Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng, a high school student, is a skilled League of Legends player who has reached the King rank in just two months.
• He occasionally takes on boosting jobs to help his family financially.
• Xu Cheng prefers playing Normal games for fun and challenges himself by playing without starting items or intentionally falling behind.
• He suspects he might have played against a professional player in his last Normal game.
• Riot Games announces the closure of the ranked system and the switch to a matchmaking system, causing uproar among players.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng: Shows his skill and dedication to the game, as well as his responsibility towards his family. He also demonstrates his competitive spirit by challenging himself in Normal games.
• Xu Cheng's Deskmate: Shows concern for Xu Cheng's well-being and is envious of his gaming skills and grades.

Significant Themes

• The hierarchy among League of Legends players, from professional players to Normal game players.
• The value and environment of the S6 ranked system in the LPL region.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and his Deskmate: They share a friendly and supportive relationship, with the deskmate showing concern for Xu Cheng's well-being and being envious of his skills.
• Xu Cheng and his Boosting Clients: They have a business-like relationship, with Xu Cheng providing boosting services for money.
• Xu Cheng and his Potential Professional Opponent: They have an unknowingly competitive relationship, with Xu Cheng suspecting he might have played against a professional player and feeling challenged.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ah Shui, a top-ranked player, is bored with the current matchmaking system that pairs him with low-level players.
• He encounters Xu Cheng, a new player using Blitzcrank, who surprises him with skilled plays and intentional feeding to Ah Shui.
• Xu Cheng taunts Ah Shui in the chat, questioning his skills and provoking him.

Character Developments

• Ah Shui: Initially arrogant and dismissive of lower-ranked players, he becomes frustrated and determined to prove himself when challenged by Xu Cheng.
• Xu Cheng: Shows exceptional skill and strategic thinking as a new player, using intentional feeding to disrupt the enemy team's economy and psychology.

Significant Themes

• Skill disparity and the challenges of matchmaking systems.
• The psychology of competitive gaming and the impact of provocation.

Character Interactions

• Ah Shui and Xu Cheng: Their interaction is tense and competitive, with Xu Cheng's skilled plays and taunts pushing Ah Shui to defend his reputation.
• Ah Shui and Bao Lan: Bao Lan supports Ah Shui but also acknowledges Xu Cheng's skill, adding to Ah Shui's frustration.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng, playing as Blitzcrank, intentionally gifts kills to weak opponents, enraging his King-tier opponents.
• After the match, Xu Cheng's opponents try to find out his identity, while he joins a group of female LOL enthusiasts.
• Later, Xu Cheng discovers that his opponents are preparing for an All-Star matchmaking event.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng: Shows exceptional skill as Blitzcrank, demonstrating confidence and a unique playstyle. He also joins a group of female LOL fans, revealing his cross-dressing identity.
• Ah Shui: A King-tier player who is enraged by Xu Cheng's playstyle and becomes determined to find out his identity.

Significant Themes

• Skill and confidence in gameplay.
• The impact of unique playstyles on opponents and viewers.
• The allure of competitive gaming events.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng interacts with his opponents, enraging them with his playstyle.
• Xu Cheng joins a group of female LOL fans, interacting with them through messages and photos.
• Ah Shui interacts with his friends, trying to find out Xu Cheng's identity.

Key Plot Points

• Tonight's stream features top players Ah Shui, Uzi, Xi Ye, Xiao Hu, and Factory Director from Penguin.
• Xu Cheng, the player Ah Shui had a grudge against, is matched with them.
• Xu Cheng picks Thresh as his champion, despite having Niu Tou (LeBlanc) in the team, indicating he's still playing for fun.

Character Developments

• Ah Shui is eager to face Xu Cheng again and taunt him, feeling insulted when Xu Cheng doesn't recognize him.
• Uzi and the others decide to switch roles to play against Xu Cheng.
• Xu Cheng remains indifferent to the identities of his opponents, focusing only on the game.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance and pride (Ah Shui, Xu Cheng)
• Indifference to external factors (Xu Cheng)
• Excitement and anticipation for grudge matches (viewers)

Character Interactions

• Ah Shui taunts Xu Cheng, but Xu Cheng ignores him and reports him.
• Uzi and the others discuss their strategy, deciding to switch roles to play against Xu Cheng.
• Xu Cheng's teammates are confused by his champion pick.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ah Shui and Xu Cheng (Brother! We're rich now!) face off in a match.
• Xu Cheng records skill cooldowns, base stats, and damage calculations for all ten players in the game.
• Ah Shui is astonished by Xu Cheng's abilities and realizes they're not playing the game the same way.

Character Developments

• Ah Shui: Realizes the extent of Xu Cheng's abilities and starts to question his own understanding of the game.
• Xu Cheng: Shows off his extraordinary memory and calculation skills, hinting at his unique approach to the game.

Significant Themes

• The vast differences in playing styles and skill levels among professional players.
• The importance of understanding and adapting to one's opponent's strategies.

Character Interactions

• Ah Shui and Xu Cheng: Their conversation reveals the gap in their understanding of the game, with Xu Cheng's superior knowledge and skills leaving Ah Shui stunned and questioning his own abilities.
• Viewers and Commentators: They are amazed by Xu Cheng's abilities and start to doubt their own understanding of the game.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng, playing Hecarim, reveals he records teammate stats and skill cooldowns for fun and to predict when they'll fall behind, so he can feed them kills.
• Xu Cheng saves Hecarim from a gank by Lee Sin and Riven using Thresh's skills, interrupting their combos twice.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng: Shows off his strategic thinking and game awareness, further demonstrating his skill and unconventional playstyle.
• Ah Shui: Realizes Xu Cheng's skill and starts taking him more seriously.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding and predicting teammates' abilities and cooldowns in team games.
• Xu Cheng's unique approach to gaming, prioritizing fun and strategy over pure competition.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Ah Shui: Ah Shui starts to see Xu Cheng's skills and takes him more seriously after the impressive save.
• Xu Cheng and the audience: The audience is shocked and impressed by Xu Cheng's play and explanation of his tactics.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng, playing Thresh, makes a spectacular play, stunning the audience and his teammates.
• He uses his ultimate to trap Uzi and Xiye, then stalls them by circling around, not attacking.
• Instead of fighting, he throws a lantern to Uzi, causing confusion and frustration among his opponents.
• Xu Cheng then proceeds to auto-attack Xi Ye to death, humiliating him and Uzi, before finishing the game seriously.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng demonstrates his exceptional mechanical skill and showmanship with his Thresh play.
• He shows arrogance and disregard for his opponents, humiliating Uzi and Xiye.
• After realizing the intensity of the match, Xu Cheng becomes more serious and focused on winning.

Significant Themes

• The theme of exceptional skill and showmanship is highlighted through Xu Cheng's Thresh play.
• The humiliation and frustration of Uzi and Xiye is emphasized, showing the impact of Xu Cheng's antics on his opponents.
• The shift in Xu Cheng's attitude, from arrogance to seriousness, highlights the importance of adaptability in competitive gaming.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng interacts with Uzi and Xiye, humiliating them by not fighting and auto-attacking Xi Ye to death.
• He communicates with his team, including Ah Shui and the Factory Director, over voice chat.
• The Factory Director, Clearlove, expresses interest in recruiting Xu Cheng for a professional career.

Key Plot Points

• Xu Cheng, a young and naive player, receives an invitation from a club, but the manager asks for a deposit of 5000 yuan first.
• Xu Cheng, now known as Data Monster, refuses to pay and argues with the manager, who is later revealed to be Clearlove (Factory Director), a famous professional player.
• Clearlove tries to prove his identity but fails to convince Xu Cheng, leading to a comedic exchange.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng: Starts as a naive and ambitious young player, but shows determination and pride, refusing to be scammed.
• Clearlove (Factory Director): Initially portrayed as a scammer, later revealed to be a famous professional player, struggles to prove his identity.

Significant Themes

• Pride and determination: Xu Cheng's refusal to be scammed shows his pride and determination.
• Identity and recognition: Clearlove struggles to prove his identity, highlighting the theme of recognition and validation.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Clearlove: Their interaction is filled with humor and tension as Clearlove tries to prove his identity and Xu Cheng remains skeptical.
• Other players (Xi Ye, Ah Shui, etc.): They watch the exchange between Xu Cheng and Clearlove, adding comedic elements and reactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng, known as "Data Monster," gains fame after a breathtaking performance in a match.
• His unique playstyle and impressive skills catch the attention of the esports community and professional clubs.
• The LPL region sees hope in Xu Cheng as a potential prodigy player who could help them break through the quarterfinals barrier.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng's skills and potential are recognized by Factory Director and Abu, leading to discussions about recruiting him.
• Xi Ye reports Xu Cheng's performance to his club, and other clubs also take notice, starting to investigate him.
• Xu Cheng's wealthy patron, Cheng Cheng, continues to support him, and their relationship deepens.

Significant Themes

• The potential of a prodigy player to change the fortunes of a region in esports.
• The impact of a single impressive performance on a player's career and the esports industry.
• The dynamics of a mentor-mentee relationship, as seen between Cheng Cheng and Xu Cheng.

Character Interactions

• Factory Director and Abu discuss the possibility of recruiting Xu Cheng.
• Xi Ye reports Xu Cheng's performance to his club, leading to discussions about signing him.
• Cheng Cheng and Xu Cheng's wealthy patron continue to interact, with Cheng Cheng showing support and concern for Xu Cheng's progress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng discovers that Data Monster's stream has gone viral, with professional clubs showing interest.
• Xu Cheng receives numerous friend requests after the match, including one from the Factory Director (Ming Kai) using 15 different accounts.
• Xu Cheng accepts Ming Kai's friend request, and Ming Kai immediately asks if Xu Cheng wants to play professionally.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng remains humble and doesn't let the attention go to his head.
• Ming Kai's persistence in trying to befriend Xu Cheng highlights his determination to sign him as a professional player.

Significant Themes

• The power of talent and skill in esports.
• The impact of going viral on an individual's life and career.
• The lengths people will go to achieve their goals, such as Ming Kai's relentless pursuit of Xu Cheng.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and his sisters in the Female Bodhisattvas group chat discuss the Data Monster stream and Xu Cheng's potential as a professional player.
• Xu Cheng and Ming Kai finally connect via friend request, with Ming Kai immediately expressing his interest in signing Xu Cheng.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Factory Director successfully adds Xu Cheng on WeChat after a week of persistence.
• Xu Cheng agrees to accept boosting jobs from the Factory Director.
• They agree to start training the next day, with the Factory Director asking Xu Cheng to teach him Camille.

Character Developments

• The Factory Director becomes more determined to recruit Xu Cheng after understanding his hesitation and caution.
• Xu Cheng remains wary of the Factory Director due to his recent scamming experience.

Significant Themes

• Persistence and patience in achieving goals (shown by the Factory Director).
• Caution and wariness due to past experiences (shown by Xu Cheng).

Character Interactions

• The Factory Director and Xu Cheng begin to communicate directly, with the Factory Director trying to build trust with Xu Cheng.
• Xu Cheng remains cautious but agrees to take on boosting jobs, showing a willingness to engage with the Factory Director while maintaining his guard.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng and Factory Director (Ming Kai) have a wager; Xu Cheng claims to know all champions and can play any role.
• They play several games, with Ming Kai picking obscure and challenging champions for Xu Cheng to play top lane.
• Xu Cheng impressively plays and wins with each pick, demonstrating mastery over a wide range of champions.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng: Proves his skill and knowledge by playing various champions proficiently.
• Ming Kai: Realizes Xu Cheng's potential and changes his attitude, wanting to learn from him.

Significant Themes

• Mastery and versatility in gaming.
• Respect for skill and talent, regardless of age or experience.
• The thrill of competition and discovery.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Ming Kai: Initially competitive, they develop a mutual respect and desire to learn from each other.
• Xu Cheng and Spectators: Impresses the viewers with his skill and knowledge, gaining their respect and admiration.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng agrees to duo queue with Ming Kai (Factory Director) for a monthly fee.
• Xu Cheng reveals he's learning champions on the fly during games.
• Ming Kai tries to gather information about Xu Cheng's personal life.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng: Shows his adaptability and quick learning ability in-game. Maintains a calm and collected demeanor despite Ming Kai's attempts to pry into his personal life.
• Ming Kai: Initially confident and boastful, he becomes increasingly anxious and desperate to impress Xu Cheng. His attempts to gather information about Xu Cheng's personal life reveal his growing attachment and admiration for Xu Cheng's skills.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of excellence and dedication to improvement, as seen in Xu Cheng's approach to learning champions.
• The power dynamics and relationships between mentors and mentees, or in this case, between a professional player and a fan/aspiring player.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Ming Kai: Their interaction is marked by a power struggle, with Ming Kai trying to maintain his dignity while also being eager to please Xu Cheng. Xu Cheng, on the other hand, remains calm and collected, occasionally teasing Ming Kai but ultimately respecting their professional arrangement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng, the Data Monster, admits to being a student, sparking excitement among the major clubs.
• The Factory Director, Ming Kai, tries to befriend Xu Cheng, offering to be his scout, but Xu Cheng declines, stating he doesn't need one.
• Xu Cheng decides to go offline, promising to teach Ming Kai how to play Lee Sin the next day.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng: Shows his serious and conscientious nature, deciding to teach Ming Kai Lee Sin as a reward for the money he's earned.
• Ming Kai (Factory Director): Becomes more humble and eager to please Xu Cheng, hoping to gain his favor.

Significant Themes

• The strict age requirements in esports and the prime age for professional players.
• The competitive nature of the esports industry and the desire to poach talented players.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Ming Kai: Xu Cheng treats Ming Kai as a little brother, while Ming Kai is eager to please Xu Cheng and gain his favor.
• Major Clubs: All clubs are interested in Xu Cheng, with each club trying to poach him for themselves.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng (Data Monster) starts a livestream and interacts with Factory Director.
• Xu Cheng expresses his lack of knowledge about professional LOL and his opinion on EDG and Clearlove.
• Factory Director, a fan of Clearlove, is angered by Xu Cheng's blunt words.
• Xu Cheng shares his deskmate's opinion about Clearlove and EDG.
• Factory Director asks Xu Cheng how he would play if he were a professional.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng: Shows his blunt and honest nature, lacks knowledge about professional LOL.
• Factory Director: Reveals his fandom for Clearlove, gets upset when Xu Cheng criticizes Clearlove.

Significant Themes

• Honesty vs. Diplomacy: Xu Cheng's bluntness contrasts with the Factory Director's desire for diplomacy.
• Knowledge Gap: Xu Cheng's lack of knowledge about professional LOL highlights the gap between casual and competitive players.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Factory Director: Their interaction is filled with tension due to Xu Cheng's bluntness and the Factory Director's sensitivity about Clearlove.
• Xu Cheng and his deskmate: Xu Cheng's deskmate's opinion influences his view on EDG and Clearlove.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng and the Factory Director (FD) discuss playing Camille.
• Xu Cheng performs an innovative Camille play (E flash E) in a match, stunning the FD and viewers.
• They decide to play a custom game so Xu Cheng can show more of his unique plays.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng demonstrates his creativity and skill with Camille.
• The Factory Director shows enthusiasm and eagerness to learn from Xu Cheng.

Significant Themes

• Innovation and creativity in gameplay.
• The learning process and exchange of knowledge between players.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and the Factory Director engage in friendly banter and discussion about gameplay.
• The Factory Director expresses admiration for Xu Cheng's skills and asks to learn from him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng plays Fiora in a custom game against professional players.
• He reaches level six and kills the enemy Camille with a flashy combo, securing First Blood.
• The Factory Director, a professional player, is shocked by Xu Cheng's aggressive and intuitive playstyle.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng: Shows off his raw talent and intuitive playstyle, surprising the professional players.
• The Factory Director: Realizes Xu Cheng's immense talent and potential.

Significant Themes

• Talent vs. Skill: Xu Cheng's natural talent allows him to play at a high level without relying on complex strategies or mechanics.
• Aggressive Playstyle: Xu Cheng's aggressive and reckless laning style pressures his opponents despite his lack of experience in high-elo games.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and the Factory Director: Xu Cheng's unconventional playstyle surprises and impresses the Factory Director, leading to a mutual understanding and respect.
• Livestream Chat and Professional Players: Everyone watching the livestream is shocked and amazed by Xu Cheng's performance, leading to discussions about his talent and playstyle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng, playing Fiora, performs a seemingly impossible combo, killing Camille in one second.
• Factory Director, Ming Kai, is astonished and asks Xu Cheng how he did it.
• Xu Cheng reveals that it's an "Auto Attack Flash" technique, applicable to any champion.
• Ming Kai tries to replicate the technique but fails, leading to a humorous exchange.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng demonstrates his exceptional skill and innovative thinking.
• Ming Kai, initially arrogant, is humbled and learns to appreciate Xu Cheng's talent.
• Ming Kai's friends, Xi Ye and others, also try the Auto Attack Flash and fail, adding to the comedic effect.

Significant Themes

• The theme of hidden talent and humility is explored through Xu Cheng's character.
• The power of innovation and thinking outside the box is shown through Xu Cheng's Auto Attack Flash technique.
• The theme of learning from failure is demonstrated through Ming Kai's attempts to replicate the technique.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Ming Kai interact as mentor and mentee, with Xu Cheng unintentionally teaching Ming Kai a valuable lesson.
• Ming Kai's interactions with his friends, Xi Ye and others, highlight his influence and their mutual respect, despite the comedic situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng and Factory Director discuss game sense, macro play, and teamwork.
• Xu Cheng demonstrates his lack of understanding in these areas but shows potential.
• Factory Director becomes convinced of Xu Cheng's talent and begins teaching him.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng: Starts to understand the importance of game sense and macro play, begins learning from Factory Director.
• Factory Director: Realizes Xu Cheng's potential, decides to mentor him despite his team prejudices.

Significant Themes

• Talent vs. Systemized Learning: Xu Cheng's reliance on talent vs. Factory Director's emphasis on structured learning.
• Mentorship: Factory Director takes on the role of mentor to Xu Cheng.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Factory Director: Despite their initial differences, they form a mentor-mentee relationship, with Factory Director teaching Xu Cheng about game sense and macro play.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng's Fiora A Flash goes viral, making him an overnight sensation.
• Clubs start searching for Xu Cheng, leading to Principal Wang issuing a bounty for information about him.
• Xu Cheng receives a job offer from Xiao Yu for a director position at LPL.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng gains massive popularity and recognition for his gaming skills.
• Clubs and fans realize Xu Cheng's immense talent and potential.
• Xiao Yu shows concern and care for Xu Cheng, trying to help him find a better job.

Significant Themes

• The power of talent and its recognition in the esports scene.
• The impact of going viral and sudden fame.
• The importance of connections and opportunities in career advancement.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng interacts with fans and clubs through his online presence.
• Xiao Yu and Xu Cheng discuss job opportunities and their friendship.
• Clubs and fans discuss and search for Xu Cheng, highlighting his influence in the scene.