Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• IG defeats GRF in the quarter-finals, sparking worldwide discussions and viewership records.
• Chu Ran's post-victory interview and Weibo post target Uzi and FPX's mid-jungle duo, causing online uproar.
• DWG defeats their opponents in a close BO5, advancing to face IG in the semi-finals.

Character Developments

• Chu Ran continues to display his confidence and arrogance, targeting Uzi and FPX's players.
• Uzi and FPX's players react with anger and frustration to Chu Ran's provocations.
• DWG's players show remarkable resilience and skill, earning respect and attention.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance and confidence: Chu Ran's unapologetic and confident attitude stirs up controversy and reactions from other players and regions.
• Resilience and skill: DWG's players demonstrate exceptional resilience and mechanical skill, earning respect and raising expectations for their match against IG.

Character Interactions

• Chu Ran continues to taunt Uzi and FPX's players, causing them to react with anger and frustration.
• DWG's players express admiration for IG's top and jungle players, setting up an intriguing dynamic for their upcoming match.
• Riot Games executives discuss strategies to manage Chu Ran's influence on the game's popularity and longevity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The upcoming match between IG and DWG garners massive hype and attention.
• Canyon, DWG's jungler, publicly challenges God Chu, IG's jungler, to a Nidalee match-up.
• The match venue is filled with IG and Chu Ran fans, with DWG receiving less support.
• The match begins with both teams making passionate declarations.

Character Developments

• Showmaker, DWG's mid-laner, demonstrates confidence and determination to rebuild the LCK's glory.
• Chu Ran, IG's mid-laner, responds to Showmaker's declaration, expressing his unshakeable dominance.

Significant Themes

• The rivalry between the LCK and LPL regions.
• The pressure and expectations on the players to perform at the World Championship.
• The impact of fame and fandom on players' mental states and performances.

Character Interactions

• Showmaker and Chu Ran exchange verbal challenges, raising the stakes for their match.
• DWG and IG players exhibit confidence and determination, setting the stage for an intense match.
• The audience, both in the venue and online, engage in lively discussions and cheering, creating a charged atmosphere.

Key Plot Points and Events

• IG and DWG face off in the first game of the World Championship.
• IG does not ban Jayce, allowing DWG to pick it for flex.
• IG counters with Lucian for top and mid flex, and Nidalee jungle.
• DWG picks Jayce top, Graves jungle, Galio mid, and Jhin Bard bot.
• IG locks in Lucian top, Nidalee jungle, Sion mid, and Xayah Rakan bot.

Character Developments

• Chu Ran (Chu God) shows confidence and aggression by picking Nidalee jungle.
• Rookie surprises by picking Sion mid, demonstrating versatility.
• Canyon vows to counter Chu Ran's Nidalee.

Significant Themes

• Flexibility and adaptability in champion selection.
• Confidence and aggression in competition.
• Unexpected strategies and counter-strategies.

Character Interactions

• Chu Ran and Canyon face off with their respective Nidalees.
• Rookie and Showmaker face off with Sion and Galio.
• DWG and IG showcase their strategies and counter-strategies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Both teams start with minimal early-game friction, focusing on stability.
• IG's Chu Ran plays Nidalee, demonstrating exceptional farming speed and efficiency, outpacing DWG's Canyon playing Graves.
• Chu Ran secures first blood by diving DWG's Nuguri in the top lane, with IG's Theshy providing assistance.
• IG's top-mid-jungle trio attempts a second dive on Nuguri, successfully killing him again despite him using Flash and Teleport.

Character Developments

• Chu Ran (IG's Jungler): Proves his exceptional skill and aggressive playstyle, demonstrating excellent farming, ganking, and decision-making abilities.
• Nuguri (DWG's Top Laner): Struggles against IG's aggressive strategy, showing vulnerability in his positioning and decision-making under pressure.

Significant Themes

• Aggressive jungle play and early-game dominance.
• The importance of efficient farming and decision-making in the jungle.
• The impact of aggressive dives and tower pressure on lane dynamics.

Character Interactions

• Chu Ran and Theshy (IG's Top and Jungler): Show strong synergy, coordinating their dives on Nuguri effectively.
• Nuguri and Showmaker (DWG's Mid Laner): Struggle to provide adequate support to Nuguri due to IG's aggressive jungle pressure and tower dives.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chu Ran's Nidalee survives a tower dive by using precise mechanics and cooldown management.
• Canyon and Beryl attempt a gank on Theshy's Lucian, leading to a kill and a roam by Beryl's Bard.
• Chu Ran's Nidalee solo-kills Nuclear's Jhin, while Jackeylove and Meiko kill Showmaker's Galio in a gank.
• IG takes the Rift Herald and switches lanes, catching DWG off guard and taking their mid lane turret.
• The game reaches 8 minutes 30 seconds, with IG having a significant gold and experience lead.

Character Developments

• Chu Ran demonstrates exceptional game awareness, strategic thinking, and mechanical skill, turning the tide of the game in IG's favor.
• Canyon shows greed in attempting to take both IG's top and bottom jungle camps, leading to DWG's mid and top lanes being caught off guard.
• Beryl's Bard proves to be a powerful roamer, significantly impacting the game with his ganks and roams.

Significant Themes

• Strategic decision-making and adaptation: Both teams show strategic thinking, with IG's lane switching and resource management proving effective, while DWG struggles to adapt to IG's unconventional plays.
• Individual skill and teamwork: Chu Ran's exceptional Nidalee play and IG's coordinated ganks highlight the importance of individual skill and teamwork in winning team fights and objectives.
• Resource management: Both teams manage resources (e.g., jungle camps, TPs, and objectives) differently, with IG making more efficient use of their resources to gain an advantage.

Character Interactions

• Chu Ran and Theshy communicate effectively, with Chu Ran providing strategic advice and Theshy adapting his playstyle accordingly.
• Canyon and Beryl work well together, with Beryl's roams setting up Canyon's ganks and vise versa.
• IG's bot lane and mid lane coordinate to catch DWG off guard, demonstrating strong teamwork and communication.

Key Plot Points and Events

• IG summons the Rift Herald, forcing DWG to defend mid lane.
• IG pushes lanes aggressively, with Theshy and Rookie causing trouble in top and bottom lanes respectively.
• IG decides to engage in a team fight at the dragon pit, despite DWG's lack of poke damage.
• Canyon attempts to flank and kill Chu Ran's Nidalee but is outplayed and killed instead, leading to a team wipe for DWG.
• IG aces DWG and takes the Infernal Dragon, pushing their lead.
• Chu Ran's Nidalee continues to dominate, camping Canyon's jungle and causing chaos for DWG.
• IG wins the game convincingly, leading 1-0 in the BO5 series.

Character Developments

• Canyon struggles against Chu Ran's Nidalee, failing to make an impact and costing his team crucial fights.
• Chu Ran's Nidalee becomes a dominant force, snowballing and carrying IG to victory.
• Beryl's Bard has a subpar performance, struggling to provide vision and utility.

Significant Themes

• The power of snowballing and fed champions (Nidalee).
• The importance of vision control and map awareness.
• The struggle between aggression and caution in decision-making.

Character Interactions

• Canyon and Chu Ran's Nidalee have a tense rivalry, with Canyon failing to outplay Chu Ran in key moments.
• IG's team fights are well-coordinated, with each member playing their role effectively.
• DWG struggles to adapt to IG's aggressive playstyle, making poor decisions in key team fights.

Key Plot Points and Events

• IG wins the first game with Chu Ran's (Ran) exceptional Nidalee performance, causing DWG to lose and face criticism.
• DWG strategizes for the second game, focusing on containing IG's top laner and improving mid-jungle coordination.
• IG and DWG have a tense back-and-forth during the Ban and Pick phase, with IG surprising everyone by picking Vi and Titan mid, and DWG responding with Angel top and Sion mid.

Character Developments

• Ran's confidence and trash-talking grow after IG's win, leading to increased pressure on DWG.
• DWG members show resilience and determination after their loss, focusing on improving their strategy for the next game.
• Uzi, a former pro player, expresses jealousy and disdain towards DWG, particularly their AD carry.

Significant Themes

• The pressure and expectations that come with being the favorite team (IG) and the underdog (DWG).
• The importance of adaptability and strategic thinking in competitive gaming.
• The impact of trash-talking and confidence on the dynamics between teams and players.

Character Interactions

• Ran and Uzi have a subtle rivalry, with Uzi expressing jealousy and disdain towards Ran's success.
• DWG members support each other and strategize together after their loss, showing team cohesion.
• IG members express confidence and camaraderie, with Jackeylove suggesting a more team-oriented playstyle to Rooike.

Key Plot Points and Events

• DWG KIA (DWG) plans a surprise gank in the bot lane, securing First Blood for IG.
• IG's Easy (Chu Ran) invades DWG's jungle, while DWG focuses on pressuring IG's lanes.
• IG's Easy and Theshy (Rumble) counter-gank DWG's Canyon (Lee Sin) and secure a triple kill, followed by an ace.

Character Developments

• Easy (Chu Ran) demonstrates exceptional game sense, decision-making, and mechanical skill, turning the tide of the game.
• Theshy shows improved team play and adaptability, supporting Easy's plays.
• DWG's Canyon and Beryl (Rakan) struggle with decision-making and positioning, leading to their deaths.

Significant Themes

• The importance of team coordination and communication in turning around a disadvantageous situation.
• The impact of early game decisions on the overall game outcome.
• The role of individual skill and game sense in clutch moments.

Character Interactions

• Easy and Theshy exhibit strong teamwork, coordinating their movements and abilities to secure kills.
• DWG's Canyon, Beryl, and Showmaker struggle to adapt to IG's aggressive plays, leading to their deaths.
• The LCK and LPL commentators react emotionally to the game's twists and turns, reflecting the excitement of the match.

Key Plot Points and Events

• IG leads 2-0 against DWG in the World Championship Finals.
• IG's jungler, Chu Ran (Easy), plays exceptionally well, using his ability to predict opponents' movements to great effect.
• DWG is frustrated and confused by IG's strategies, feeling helpless and unable to counter.
• The third game begins with both teams fielding strong lineups, including top-tier champions like Fiora, Aatrox, and LeBlanc.

Character Developments

• Chu Ran (Easy): Solidifies his status as a world-class jungler with his exceptional gameplay and strategic thinking.
• Canyon (DWG): Struggles against Chu Ran, feeling helpless and unable to counter his strategies.
• Uzi (Commentator): Struggles with his emotions, feeling anger and frustration towards Chu Ran and IG.

Significant Themes

• The clash of titans: Both teams bring out their strongest lineups, leading to a highly anticipated match.
• Prediction and adaptability: Chu Ran's ability to predict opponents' movements is a significant factor in IG's success.
• Frustration and helplessness: DWG players feel frustrated and helpless in the face of IG's strategies.

Character Interactions

• Chu Ran vs. Canyon: Chu Ran's superior gameplay and strategic thinking put Canyon at a disadvantage.
• Uzi vs. Guan Zeyuan: Uzi feels anger and frustration towards Guan Zeyuan's comments, which he perceives as provocative.
• DWG vs. IG: Both teams show respect for each other by bringing out their strongest lineups, setting the stage for an intense clash.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The game starts with an early skirmish, resulting in a 2-for-2 trade.
• Showmaker's LeBlanc secures a double kill, putting DWG at an advantage.
• IG's top laner, Nuguri, is caught off guard and killed by Chu Ran's Evelynn.
• IG's bot lane fakes a recall to bait DWG into pushing, then ganks mid lane, killing Showmaker's LeBlanc.

Character Developments

• Showmaker initially seems dominant with his early double kill but is later caught off guard and killed.
• Chu Ran demonstrates unexpected jungle pathing and timing, securing a kill and setting up a successful gank.
• Jackeylove and Meiko show strategic play, faking a recall to bait DWG into pushing.

Significant Themes

• The importance of adaptability and unexpected strategies in competitive gaming.
• The impact of early game advantages and how they can shift the course of a game.
• The role of teamwork and communication in executing successful ganks.

Character Interactions

• Showmaker and Chu Ran's mid-jungle synergy leads to a successful gank, killing LeBlanc.
• Jackeylove and Meiko's bot lane feint and gank coordination disrupt DWG's momentum.
• Uzi and Miller's commentary reflects the tension and excitement of the game, with Uzi initially critical of IG's play and Miller defending them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• DWG KIA is at a disadvantage but sees an opportunity with Canyon's Kayn ganking top.
• IG's Chu Ran anticipates this and sets up a trap, leading to Canyon and Nuguri's deaths.
• DWG's Showmaker's LeBlanc secures a double kill in bot lane, but IG retaliates with a 2v2 in top lane, killing Canyon and Nuguri.
• Both teams trade blows, with IG gaining more resources.
• A dragon fight ensues, with DWG aiming to kill IG's fed Evelynn (Chu Ran) to secure the dragon.
• Rookie's Azir disrupts DWG's teamfight with an Imperial Wall, leading to a team wipe and IG's victory.

Character Developments

• Beryl (DWG's Nautilus) shows strategic thinking and quick decision-making, initiating the dragon fight.
• Showmaker (DWG's LeBlanc) demonstrates exceptional mechanics, securing a double kill but ultimately falling to IG's counter.
• Rookie (IG's Azir) proves his worth with a game-changing ultimate, pushing back DWG's entire team and turning the fight.
• Chu Ran (IG's Evelynn) showcases his ability to read the game and set up traps, securing crucial kills.

Significant Themes

• Anticipation and counterplay: IG's players anticipate and counter DWG's moves, turning the tide of the game.
• Teamfight disruption: Rookie's Imperial Wall disrupts DWG's teamfight, leading to their collapse.
• Resource management: Both teams try to gain resources, but IG's steady play and anticipation lead to more gains.

Character Interactions

• Beryl and Showmaker work together to secure kills in bot lane.
• Canyon and Nuguri fall for IG's trap, leading to their deaths.
• Rookie's Azir disrupts DWG's teamfight, leading to a team wipe and IG's victory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• DWG loses a crucial dragon fight, handing IG a significant advantage.
• IG secures multiple kills and objectives, widening the gold and experience gap.
• Canyon attempts a desperate play, initiating a fight with a flash-knockup, but it ultimately leads to his death and a penta-kill for Chu Ran's Evelynn.
• IG takes down DWG's nexus, winning the game and the series 3-0.

Character Developments

• Canyon tries to turn the tide with a risky play but fails, leading to his team's defeat.
• Chu Ran's Evelynn secures a penta-kill, solidifying his status as a formidable mid-laner.
• Uzi, though not playing, expresses his disdain for DWG's performance and his confidence in IG.

Significant Themes

• The underdog's struggle and eventual downfall (DWG).
• The power of a well-coordinated team (IG).
• The pressure and expectations of representing a region (LPL vs LCK).

Character Interactions

• Canyon attempts to rally his team but fails to find openings against IG's disciplined play.
• Chu Ran coordinates with his team, securing objectives and eliminating DWG's carries.
• Uzi expresses his disapproval of DWG's performance, contrasting with the confidence of the LPL commentators.

Key Plot Points and Events

• IG defeats DWG 3-0 in the semifinals, securing their spot in the World Championship finals.
• Chu Ran secures another pentakill and is named MVP of the match.
• The LPL region celebrates IG's victory, while other regions react with a mix of praise and criticism.
• Uzi, Doinb, and Xiao Tian express their envy and frustration at IG's success.
• Various clubs start considering poaching IG's players to weaken their team.

Character Developments

• Chu Ran shows confidence bordering on arrogance, stating he doesn't care if his opponent is strong and that he will win the championship.
• Uzi, Doinb, and Xiao Tian grapple with their envy and frustration at IG's success.
• Clubs start considering poaching IG's players, showing their determination to weaken IG.

Significant Themes

• Confidence and arrogance in competition.
• Envy and frustration in the face of success.
• The cutthroat nature of professional esports and the strategies clubs employ to gain an edge.

Character Interactions

• Chu Ran and his teammates celebrate their victory together.
• Uzi, Doinb, and Xiao Tian express their frustration with IG's success.
• Clubs consider poaching IG's players, showing their determination to weaken IG.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• IG's victory over DWG sets them up for a potential three-peat.
• Chu Ran (Easy) publicly declares he wants to stomp on Faker in the finals to achieve his third championship.
• SKT defeats G2 in a tense BO5 to reach the finals, setting up a rematch with IG.

Character Developments

• Chu Ran (Easy) shows growing confidence and arrogance, fueling the rivalry with Faker.
• Faker demonstrates his mental fortitude and determination to win his fourth championship.
• Uzi and Doinb feel humiliated and motivated by Chu Ran's words, vowing to prove themselves.

Significant Themes

• Rivalry and competition between Chu Ran and Faker.
• The pressure and expectations that come with being a professional esports player.
• The importance of mental fortitude and resilience in high-pressure situations.

Character Interactions

• Chu Ran and Faker engage in a war of words, with Chu Ran taunting Faker and Faker vowing to defend his title.
• Uzi and Doinb feel disrespected by Chu Ran's comments and are motivated to prove themselves.
• The IG team is confident in their chances of winning the championship, while SKT is determined to defend their title.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Faker's confident interview reignites the hype and debate between fans of Faker, Chu Ran, and their respective teams, SKT and IG.
• SKT's press conference reveals their confidence in their practice match victories against IG.
• The finals venue is packed with fans, and the atmosphere is intense.

Character Developments

• Faker: Maintains his confidence and composure, fueling the hype for the finals.
• Chu Ran: Remains unfazed by the online debates and focuses on preparing for the finals.
• Jackeylove: Shows nervousness about the finals but maintains his confidence and humor.

Significant Themes

• Rivalry and competition between Faker and Chu Ran.
• The impact of fan opinions and online debates on players and teams.
• The pressure and expectations surrounding the World Championship finals.

Character Interactions

• Faker vs. Chu Ran: The rivalry between the two players is the central focus, with fans on both sides engaging in heated debates.
• Jackeylove and Meiko: They exchange banter and support each other, showing their camaraderie as teammates.
• Chu Ran and his teammates: They display unity and confidence in their abilities, with Chu Ran remaining calm and focused despite the online noise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Both teams' players take the stage amidst cheers and hype.
• Each player makes a declaration, with Faker and Chu Ran's statements being particularly impactful.
• The promotional videos, or "trash talk," are played, further fueling the excitement.
• Both teams' pick and ban strategies are analyzed, with SKT focusing on engage and late-game power, and IG focusing on roaming and mid-bot synergy.
• The final team compositions are revealed: SKT with Gnar, Lee Sin, Galio, Kaisa, and Alistar; IG with Gnar, Nocturne, Orianna, Xayah, and Rakan.

Character Developments

• Faker: Confident and dominant, he vows not to lose and to prevent Chu Ran from becoming a three-time champion.
• Chu Ran: Arrogant and confident, he declares that he needs no one's permission to win the three-time championship.
• Khan: Determined to prove himself against Theshy, he locks in Jayce.
• Theshy: Confident in his ability to play a tank, he locks in Gnar.
• Rooike: Shows strategic thinking by picking Orianna to counter Galio.
• Daeny: Demonstrates understanding of the meta and team dynamics by picking Xayah and Rakan, and later, Nocturne.

Significant Themes

• Confidence and arrogance: Both Faker and Chu Ran display immense confidence, bordering on arrogance, in their declarations.
• Competition and rivalry: The intense competition between the two teams and their star players is a central theme.
• Strategic thinking: Both teams show strategic understanding of the meta and each other's playstyles in their pick and ban phases.

Character Interactions

• Faker vs. Chu Ran: The rivalry between the two star players is the most prominent interaction, with both making strong statements against each other.
• Khan vs. Theshy: The top lane matchup between these two formidable players is anticipated.
• Rooike vs. Faker: The mid lane matchup between these two legendary mid laners is another key interaction.
• Daeny and Chu Ran: Their strategic discussions and decision-making process are shown, highlighting their teamwork.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The game begins with Clid planning to invade IG's jungle to counter Nocturne's early weakness.
• Chu Ran (IG) anticipates Clid's move, sets a trap, and successfully kills Clid, securing First Blood for IG.
• Clid's death disrupts SKT's early game plans, and he struggles to find opportunities to gank due to IG's disciplined play.
• Faker (SKT) faces difficulties in mid lane against Rooike (IG), who dominates the lane with his superior laning ability and outplays Faker.

Character Developments

• Clid (SKT): Struggles to find his rhythm and make plays, leading to frustration and a change in strategy. His early aggressive play backfires, and he has difficulty adapting.
• Chu Ran (IG): Proves his strategic prowess by anticipating Clid's move and setting a trap, showcasing his understanding of the game and his teammates' abilities.
• Faker (SKT): Struggles in mid lane against Rooike, demonstrating that his dominance in mid lane is not as strong as it once was. He faces challenges adapting to the current meta and his opponents' improved skills.
• Rooike (IG): Dominates the mid lane against Faker, showcasing his improved laning ability and outplaying Faker in several exchanges.

Significant Themes

• Time and Age: The chapter emphasizes the passage of time and its impact on players' skills and dominance. Faker, once the unchallenged mid lane king, now faces difficulties against younger, more adaptable opponents.
• Adaptation and Strategy: The game highlights the importance of adaptation and strategic thinking. Chu Ran's anticipation of Clid's move and Rooike's ability to outplay Faker demonstrate the value of understanding one's opponents and the game's meta.
• Discipline and Teamwork: IG's disciplined play, particularly Theshy's and Jackeylove's improved discipline, allows them to minimize mistakes and capitalize on SKT's missteps.

Character Interactions

• Clid and Faker: Clid's early aggressive play backfires, leading to frustration and a change in strategy. Faker, while not blaming Clid, faces difficulties in mid lane, which impacts SKT's overall game plan.
• Chu Ran and Rooike: The duo works together to anticipate and counter SKT's moves, showcasing their understanding of the game and their teammates' abilities. They successfully secure First Blood and dominate their respective lanes.
• Faker and Rooike: The mid lane matchup between Faker and Rooike highlights the passage of time and the improvement of younger players. Rooike's ability to outplay Faker demonstrates the changing landscape of competitive League of Legends.

Key Plot Points and Events

• SKT's early game strategy fails, with neither top nor bottom lane having an advantage.
• Faker and Clid attempt a dive on Theshy's Gnar, but Chu Ran's Nocturne counter-ganks, turning the fight into a 3v3.
• SKT loses Faker and Clid, while IG secures two kills, gaining a significant advantage.

Character Developments

• Faker struggles to find a breakthrough, leading to a risky dive on Theshy.
• Clid's jungle role is ruined due to IG's control and his failed gank attempts.
• Chu Ran demonstrates exceptional awareness and reaction speed, saving Theshy and securing kills for IG.

Significant Themes

• The importance of early game control and vision.
• The risks and rewards of aggressive plays.
• The impact of individual skill and awareness on team dynamics.

Character Interactions

• Faker and Clid discuss and agree on the top lane dive, leading to a disastrous outcome.
• Chu Ran and Theshy work together to counter-gank and secure kills.
• IG's team voice chat erupts with excitement and praise for Chu Ran's play.

Key Plot Points and Events

• IG's Chu Ran's Nocturne reaches level 6 and ults Faker's Galio, catching him off guard.
• Faker retreats, but IG's Orianna and Nocturne combo him, leading to his death.
• IG targets Faker's Galio repeatedly, suppressing his roaming and effectiveness.
• SKT attempts to secure the Rift Herald, but IG fights and wipes SKT, securing the Herald and a team fight victory.
• Faker is caught out again, leading to the loss of the mid lane turret.

Character Developments

• Faker struggles to adapt to the constant pressure and ganks, leading to his deaths and reduced effectiveness.
• Chu Ran's Nocturne dominates the mid lane and jungle, showcasing his strategic prowess.
• Clid's Lee Sin falls behind in farm and has little impact on the game, drawing criticism.
• Teddy's Kaisa struggles in the bottom lane, with Mata expressing frustration at his lack of reaction in the team fight.

Significant Themes

• The power of strategic targeting and team coordination, as seen in IG's repeated ganks on Faker's Galio.
• The importance of individual performance and adaptation, as seen in Faker's struggle to adapt to the pressure.
• The consequences of poor decision-making and lack of communication, as seen in SKT's failed Rift Herald team fight.

Character Interactions

• Faker and Chu Ran's mid lane rivalry intensifies as IG targets Faker's Galio repeatedly.
• Mata and Teddy's bottom lane dynamic is strained due to Teddy's lack of reaction in the team fight.
• Clid's Lee Sin is criticized for its lack of impact, leading to frustration among SKT members.
• IG members coordinate effectively, leading to successful team fights and objectives.

• SKT is in a dire situation, with Faker's Galio crippled after losing the mid lane's first tower.
• IG secures the first Dragon and several towers, leading the game economically.
• Faker leads a successful gank in the bottom lane, resulting in a double kill for Teddy's Kaisa and a significant gold lead.
• IG secures Baron Nashor at 20 minutes and wipes SKT in a counter-initiation, leading to an ACE and a swift victory.
• The game ends with IG winning the first game of the Finals BO5, and Chu Ran's statement about ADCs not being able to carry a game is proven correct.