You've only been playing for half a year, and you've already reached the finals?

Chapter 313 Wrong Jade Cut

"JieJie's Q-flash was very decisive, interrupting Azir's movement! FeiShen also Q'd in, and a burst of damage brought him down to half health!"

"Looks like there's a chance to kill him! Fei Shen is still holding onto E!"

In the scene, Yone and the others used their Flash abilities before Yone used E to rush in and use the speed boost to relentlessly attack.

Unfortunately, the Tsar grabbed a biscuit, and with Wei's monkeys also coming to the rescue, Yone was forced to retreat prematurely.

"Oh dear, what a pity." Wang Duoduo couldn't help but express his true feelings, "JieJie's Q-flash was really decisive! If it had resulted in a kill, it would have been a highlight reel play!"

GuGu, realizing his partner had misspoke, immediately tried to cover for him: "But I have to say, XiaoHu had a really big heart! The low-health Biscuit saved him!"

The amount of healing from the biscuit when it was low on health was still amazing. Everyone watched as the low-health Tsar's health bar went up and down, but he still didn't die.

Wang Duoduo realized he had misspoke and quickly changed the subject, laughing, "This reminds us of that durability patch in the middle of the season. Without that patch, even with biscuits, Xiaohu probably wouldn't have been able to save him."

Even though his level is still low, the durability patch has still given the Tsar nearly 100 more health and a few points of dual resistance.

Without this patch, the Tsar would have been certain to die.

"It's safe to say they're the biggest victims of the durability patch," GuGu laughed. "EDG has lost a chance to snowball."

The durability patch is undoubtedly a boon for teams like RNG that prefer to play defensively and focus on late-game team fights.

Xiao Hu's survival this time is a prime example.

For a team like EDG that emphasizes early-game aggression, this is a fatal nerf.

This can be seen from EDG's dramatic decline in the Summer Split.

This also reveals the true purpose of the designers in releasing the durability patch.

Adjusting the environment to restore the game's health is a pretense; the real goal is to weaken EDG!
Of course, after so many years of competition, the audience is well aware of the designers' nature.

It's perfectly normal for MSI champions and World champions to be nerfed.

If the champion isn't nerfed and can still win another title in the most comfortable version, then that would truly show that Riot Games is shameless for creating this custom champion system.

Of course, EDG wasn't thinking about all that nonsense; they were still discussing their next move.

Ming Jing looked at the low-health Tsar returning to base from the tower and had nothing to say except to sigh in regret.

Actually, he knew from the beginning that the Tsar was unlikely to die. His initial move was just to trade flashes and force the Tsar back to base.

The most comfortable rhythm for a mage is to replenish mana to 1300 and then return to town to buy the Lost Chapter. With the mana regeneration from this item, you can farm in lane for hours on end!
But it would be awkward if you got home early and hadn't made the equipment.

After all, the blue buff doesn't respawn until more than seven minutes in, and relying solely on one's own mana is far from enough to support a high-intensity laning phase.

In addition, the Tsar no longer has Flash.

A breakthrough has emerged.

Ming Jing watched as the Tsar returned to the city and re-entered the game via Teleport, and sure enough, he only had two Amplification Books in his hand. He nodded in satisfaction.

In the subsequent laning phase, Mingjing played significantly more aggressively.

Despite being behind in health and equipment, Mingjing tenaciously held onto lane control and never gave up. Moreover, he would seize any opportunity to trade blows, almost always moving upwards whenever the wind blew.

This mindless laning style will definitely cause his health to drop very quickly, but Mingjing doesn't care.

Anyway, he still has a TP scroll, and he'll be going back to base to buy equipment soon. Don't ask if trading blows is profitable. As long as you don't die from the trade and don't give the Tsar a chance to go back to base to buy supplies, then it's all profitable!
Five minutes into the game, Ming Jing, with only 30% of his health remaining, finally retreated behind the tower to return to base.

On the other side, Xiaohu's health was also not ideal, as he was worn down to only 70% health by Yone's almost self-destructive health exchange.

His test has only just begun.

Because Yone had only recently disappeared, he quickly returned to the lane via Teleport and used Teleport's minion protection effect to block the minion wave in front of the tower again.

At this point, it can be clearly seen that Yone has added a pair of attack speed boots to his equipment inventory.

For the Orphan Brothers, attack speed boots are the most crucial core item; once they get them, it's a game-changer.

The situation has reversed between the two mid laners, and Xiaohu is now the one who is behind in equipment and performance.

Although the new round of laning has not yet begun, the pressure has already started to increase invisibly, slowly pressing down on Xiaohu's shoulders.

Or rather, this is no longer called a laning phase, but a test.

Xiao Hu had a vague feeling that if he failed this test, the game would likely be over.

Is it really that hard to bear?

Xiao Hu couldn't help but complain in his heart.

This immense pressure reminded him of the 2016 MSI, when he first faced off against Faker.

Back then, he was a newcomer, while Faker was at his peak, and the pressure he felt that time was just as terrifying as it is now.

That time, RNG was defeated by SKT 3-1 in the semifinals, while SKT went all the way up to win the championship.

Six years later, at the S12 MSI, Xiaohu finally avenged his loss to Faker and T1, proving his progress over the past six years.

But that familiar pressure has returned.

This time it comes from a younger and stronger mid laner.

Xiao Hu was more focused than ever at this moment.

He really didn't believe that he could die online while playing Tsar!

The laning continues.

After being re-released, Mingjing's playstyle became even more aggressive.

With the help of attack speed boots, Yone's wind-building efficiency is significantly improved. As long as there is wind, it is a huge threat to Xiaohu.

Fortunately, five minutes have passed, and both mid laners have reached level six. Azir's ultimate is still effective against melee heroes, so it should be fine for self-preservation.

Moreover, he doesn't need to stay online for long periods of time.

"Fatty," Xiaohu said, "Come help me push this up, I'm going back to town to finish it off."

Wei had just finished clearing the jungle and was wondering what to do when he heard his older brother speak. He immediately nodded and said, "Coming."

Not long after, the monkey emerged from the grass and immediately began helping the Qing soldiers.

Mingjing looked at the monkey pushing the lane with A minions in front of him and knew that now was the last moment to make a move.

Once the Tsar returns to the city to resupply, all the previous preparations will be in vain.

Fortunately, now was the perfect moment, and he showed no sign of backing down, charging straight ahead.

Wei's first thought upon seeing Yone's movements was that the jungler had arrived.

Otherwise, why would this guy dare to be so arrogant?

But then I thought about it again and it didn't make sense. JieJie had just appeared in the top lane not long ago, so he would most likely be back in town at this time. It's almost impossible for him to be in the mid lane!
Thinking of this, Wei was not afraid at all, and used Q to smash it down!

But what he got in return was Yone's precise [Mistaken Jade Slash], followed by a basic attack slash.

Mingjing had a clear idea: this monkey was there to help with stacking Q and Lethal Tempo.

As long as the monkey can unleash four layers of deadly rhythm and wind, the Tsar will surely die!
RNG's mid and jungle players didn't quite understand how Yone was played.

Coming in one against two like that? Isn't that just feeding them?

Without hesitation, Wei charged forward with an E, chasing after the enemy with basic attacks. Xiao Hu also summoned sand soldiers with W, stabbing them from a distance.

However, he remained calm and did not use Q, because he needed to save WEQ to guard against Yone's sudden attack.

Even so, the combined damage output of the two heroes and minions is not to be underestimated, as Yone's health plummeted!
When Mingjing landed another Q on the monkey, accumulating four stacks of Lethal Tempo and a gust of wind, Mingjing was left with only half health.

However, with the help of Lethal Tempo, Yone's Q skill cooldown has been reduced to a minimum of 1.33 seconds, bringing him to a peak in combat power.

Without the slightest hesitation, Ming Jing decisively used his E skill to dash forward, heading straight for the Tsar!

The combined movement speed boost from Tier 2 boots and his E skill allowed Yone to move with incredible speed, almost instantly closing in on Azir. With [Cut Jade Slash] activated, Yone charged towards Azir like a gust of wind!

Xiaohu dared not give Yone a chance to get close, but looking at Yone's health, he also had a hint of killing intent. He turned around and used his ultimate skill [Forbidden Wall], intending to push Yone away while further reducing his health.

A cloud of yellow sand formed a shield-wielding imperial guard, charging towards Yongen's face, vowing to protect the emperor's dignity.

But at the same moment, a flash of golden light appeared!
The instant Yone completed his Q skill, he let the sword energy fly towards Azir, while he himself flashed with golden light and returned to Wukong's side!
Yone's Q-Flash has two ways of being used. The first is to press Q and Flash simultaneously, which changes the starting point of the Q skill and is usually used for chasing or surprise attacks.

Another method is to press the Q skill slowly, and then use Flash to cancel the Q skill's release animation and movement after the Q skill is cast.

The purpose is obvious: first, to dodge skills, and second, to follow up with the ultimate move from a better angle!
Yone's crucial retreat step flash not only caused the Imperial Guard Wall to push into thin air, but also placed the Monkey King and the Tsar in front of Yone.

Previously, the sword wind from [Mistake Jade Cut] was still spreading forward, sending the Tsar flying high into the air!

Taking this opportunity, Yone crossed his two swords, his body appearing as if a demon had descended!
[Sealed Dust, Severed Thoughts]!
Upon seeing this ultimate move, RNG's mid and jungle players' hearts skipped a beat.

The commentator and countless viewers stared wide-eyed, their breathing becoming rapid.

What are you trying to do?!
You think you can take on two opponents when you're at half health?!

But the ultimate move was already in place and there was no way to avoid it. Wei obviously wouldn't use his dodge ability to dodge this ultimate move, so he could only choose to take it head-on.

The twin sword spirits flashed by, their blades piercing through the two men's bodies and binding them together!
Mingjing seized the opportunity, first using Q to stack up Deadly Rhythm, then using W [Shinjin Slash] to slash horizontally, hitting two people and generating considerable shields.

Yone's Q and W cooldowns decrease with attack speed, and with full Lethal Tempo, W's cooldown is reduced to a minimum of 6 seconds.

After W, Mingjing aimed at the Tsar and swung his twin swords in succession.

Xiaohu's Tsar's health was already down to 70%, and now he's taken a full combo from Yone, putting him in a very dangerous situation.

Xiaohu had little room to maneuver at this point, so he could only use WEQ to create distance.

However, when at close range, Azir's E ability doesn't allow him to leave at will; the movement of this skill will stop when he hits an enemy hero.

While Mingjing was using basic attacks, he was also adjusting his position with small steps. The Tsar had just started to move when Yone stepped forward and blocked his retreat.

The Tsar's E didn't even get an inch away; it merely activated a shield.

Yone unleashed another QA combo, and Xiaohu's expression completely changed.

It’s over.

The next instant, Yone used his second E skill to retrieve the soul, and Tsar died on the spot.

"First blood!"

The sound of first blood echoed throughout the entire arena!

"However, Fei Shen himself is in a bit of danger! Little Wei is in pretty good condition!"

In the scene, Yone killed the Tsar, but he had been taking damage from both of them the whole time, and his health was now down to only 20%.

On the other side, the half-health monkey was fully stacked with passive armor and Conqueror's attack power, and was at the peak of its combat strength.

Wei couldn't let the low-health Yone escape like that, so Wukong flashed and used his E to follow up!
As Mingjing watched the charging monkeys, he pressed Q repeatedly while simultaneously rehearsing the next scene in his mind.

The monkey then had no Flash, no E, and no W.
There's also a Q.
Can one Q kill me?
No, it should still have a few health points left.

Then you can fight.

Yone swung his twin swords, unleashing another blade while simultaneously shifting backward.

The monkey had just rushed up to Yone's face when it was blasted away by Yone's gust of wind.

Although the E skill still dealt damage, Yone used the knock-up and the displacement from his Q skill to create distance again.

Seeing Yone widen the distance between them, Wei was filled with despair.

Are we really going to let him get away like this?

The answer is clearly no; Ming Jing never intended to run away.

1.33 seconds later, Yone turned around and unleashed a [Mistaken Jade Cut] straight strike!
The range of this Q skill is extremely tight, perfectly positioned outside of Wukong's basic attack range. Wei can only strike with his staff, hoping that this strike, imbued with Sheen, will finish off the low-health Yone!

It has to be said that the monkey's damage is indeed a bit ridiculous. With Conqueror and Sheen, one hit to the head instantly reduced Yone's health by a large amount, leaving his health bar almost completely black!
However, no kills were achieved.

Wei quickly glanced at the top left corner and clearly saw that Yone's health was down to 7 points.

Wei immediately started clicking the mouse repeatedly, even thinking of following up with another basic attack.

But Mingjing gave him no chance at all, turning around and creating distance the instant he used his Q skill!

Seeing this, Wei realized that he could no longer kill Yone.

A monkey who hasn't even bought boots yet obviously can't catch up to Yone who has attack speed boots.

Wei is a relatively rational player. Once he realized that a kill was impossible, he simply moved his mouse and turned to leave.

But to his surprise, the instant he turned around, Yongen also turned around and chased after him.

?

Wei frowned, then immediately dragged the mouse again, wanting to seize this opportunity to close the distance and deliver a blow.

But Mingjing's reaction was unparalleled; he turned back and pulled away again, giving Mingjing no chance.

The distance between the two sides remained between 175 and 450 yards, outside the range of Monkey's basic attack but within the range of Yone's Q.

Another 1.33 seconds passed, and Ming Jing thrust forward again.

After two Qs, Yone was once again enveloped in a hurricane, brimming with killing intent!
Wei finally understood what Yongen meant.

Is this person trying to turn the tables?

How could someone with only 7 HP kill me and take away half my HP?

impossible!
At the third 1.33 seconds, Yone, maintaining his distance, decisively struck with his sword!
As the sword wind howled, the monkey was knocked away again, and Yone with no blood followed closely behind, rushing to his face and unleashing a basic attack.

Wei kept clicking the right mouse button, hoping to finish off Yone with a basic attack the moment he landed.

"But Yone's W is ready!" Wang Duoduo looked at Yone's status bar in the lower left corner. "Can we kill him?"

With full Lethal Tempo, Yone's W cooldown is only a minimum of six seconds.

Yone slashed horizontally with his twin swords, and then unleashed the [Soul Slash] again, sweeping across the Great Sage's body and creating a white shield that, while not particularly thick, was enough to make Wei feel despair.

The monkey's basic attack failed to penetrate the shield.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Yone slashed twice and then thrust forward again!

【Inlaid Jade Cut】!
This was the umpteenth time Yone had drawn his sword, but each time he had never missed.

The monkey finally couldn't withstand the damage, its health bar was depleted, and it shattered into pieces on the ground.

(End of this chapter)