Chapter Summaries

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng's first livestream crashes Dou Sha's server due to high popularity and excessive gifting.
• Xu Cheng plays a Ranked game with mostly King and Master players, with him being the only Diamond 1.
• Ai De Zhu, EDG's coach, spends 2 million RMB on Super Rockets, causing the server to crash again.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng shows his charisma and humor, handling the unexpected server crashes and high popularity with ease.
• Ai De Zhu demonstrates his support and affection for Xu Cheng, spending a significant amount on gifts.

Significant Themes

• The power of fandom and the impact of a world champion's popularity.
• The interaction between professional players and streamers, with Xu Cheng's stream causing a sensation.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng interacts with his fans, showing appreciation for their gifts and support.
• Xu Cheng and Ai De Zhu have a playful exchange, with Ai De Zhu giving Xu Cheng a room manager role and spending extravagantly on gifts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng's livestream gains immense popularity, reaching 70 million viewers.
• He predicts and executes a successful gank on Evelynn, demonstrating his game awareness and strategic thinking.
• Jarvan IV, played by Xu Cheng, dominates the game, controlling tempo and resources, and leading his team to victory.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng shows his ability to analyze and predict the game, proving he's more than just a mechanical player.
• He gains a massive following due to his entertaining and informative livestream.

Significant Themes

• The importance of game awareness and strategic thinking in League of Legends.
• The impact of personality and entertainment value on a player's popularity.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng interacts with his teammates and opponents in the game, predicting and countering their moves.
• He engages with his livestream audience, explaining his thought processes and answering their questions.

• Xu Cheng's first livestream was a massive success, with over 70 million viewers and an estimated income of over 3.5 million yuan.
• The 2017 League of Legends All-Star voting begins, with Xu Cheng leading the top lane votes by a significant margin.
• The LPL Dream Team for the All-Star Game is announced: EDG.Murder (Top), RNG.MLXG (Jungle), WE.Xiye (Mid), RNG.Uzi (AD), and EDG.Meiko (Support).
• Xu Cheng and Uzi discuss the possibility of Uzi joining EDG for the new season.

• The LPL Dream Team arrives in Los Angeles for the All-Star event, aiming to win the championship.
• Xu Cheng, the team's Top Laner, becomes a major target for other teams due to his S7 World Championship victory, leading to intense "fan meetings" and creative strategies from him.
• The LPL Dream Team advances to the semifinals and then the finals, facing the LCK Dream Team in a rematch of the S7 World Championship.
• On the day of the finals, the LPL Dream Team encounters foreign fans outside the stadium, leading to an unexpected interaction with a young lady who gives Xu Cheng a kiss on the cheek for good luck.
• The LPL Dream Team enters the stadium, pumped and ready to face the LCK Dream Team in the finals.

Key Plot Points

• LPL Dream Team's arrival in Los Angeles
• Xu Cheng's popularity and target status in the All-Star event
• LPL Dream Team's advancement to the finals
• Interaction with foreign fans outside the stadium
• Entry into the finals stadium

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng's growth and adaptability as a player, showcasing his diverse capabilities
• The LPL Dream Team's strong synergy and teamwork
• Xu Cheng's popularity and impact on fans, both domestic and international

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and synergy
• Individual skill and adaptability
• Fan interactions and support
• International competition and rivalry

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and his LPL Dream Team teammates' camaraderie and support for each other
• Xu Cheng's interaction with foreign fans, leading to an unexpected kiss for good luck
• The LPL Dream Team's excitement and determination as they enter the finals stadium

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The LPL Dream Team faces the LCK Dream Team in the All-Star Grand Finals.
• Xu Cheng (Ekko) and Brother Jujube (Tristana) dodge a level 1 ambush by the LCK, with Xu Cheng's quick reaction saving Brother Jujube.
• The LPL team, enraged by the ambush, decides to teach the LCK a lesson and turns back to fight them.
• Xu Cheng predicts the LCK's movements and sets up a level 1 gank, stunning four LCK members and securing First Blood for Uzi.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Ekko) showcases his quick reflexes and strategic thinking, catching the LCK off guard.
• Uzi (Tristana) demonstrates his positioning and escape skills, dodging the initial ambush.
• Ming Kai (Factory Director) critiques Xu Cheng's playstyle, calling it "starting to mess around."

Significant Themes

• The contrast between the LPL's aggressive playstyle and the LCK's macro-focused strategy.
• The importance of quick reflexes, positioning, and strategic thinking in League of Legends.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Uzi work together to escape the LCK's ambush and later secure First Blood.
• The LPL team's camaraderie and willingness to fight together, even at the cost of resources.
• Ming Kai's banter with Xu Cheng, showcasing their friendly rivalry and shared history.

Key Plot Points & Events

• It's the first standalone chapter of the month.
• The author is struggling with the pace of the story and is seeking reader support.
• The All-Star break is ending, and the author plans to focus on the new season and slice-of-life scenes.

Character Developments

• No significant character developments in this chapter as it's a meta chapter focused on the author's struggles.

Significant Themes

• Struggle and perseverance in writing.
• Reader engagement and support.
• Balancing different types of content (action, slice-of-life).

Character Interactions

• No character interactions in this chapter as it's a meta chapter focused on the author's thoughts and struggles.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The LPL Dream Team starts aggressively, securing First Blood and a level one team fight win, leading to a 5-0 kill score in their favor.
• Ekko (Xu Cheng) plays aggressively, securing a dive kill on Gnar (Smeb) with a series of impressive predictions and combos.
• The LPL Dream Team continues to dominate, taking all outer turrets and the mid inner turret by 17 minutes, with Ekko leading the charge.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Ekko) showcases his exceptional mechanics and aggressive playstyle, proving to be a significant carry for the LPL Dream Team.
• Xiang Guo (Maokai) cooperates well with Xu Cheng, demonstrating improved coordination and aggression.
• The LCK Dream Team struggles with coordination and synergy, failing to keep up with the LPL Dream Team's aggressive plays.

Significant Themes

• Individual skill and mechanics are highlighted as the LPL Dream Team's strength, with each player showcasing their prowess in lane.
• Coordination and teamwork are emphasized as crucial factors in determining a team's success, with the LCK Dream Team struggling in this aspect.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Xiang Guo form a formidable "top and jungle" duo, working together to secure kills and objectives.
• The LPL Dream Team members banter and support each other, maintaining a positive team atmosphere despite their overwhelming advantage.
• The LCK Dream Team members struggle to communicate and coordinate, leading to their disadvantage in the game.

• The LCK loses their mid lane inhibitor tower, but they refuse to retreat, pushing with a low-health Rift Herald and a massive minion wave.
• The LPL, led by aggressive plays from Uzi (Uzi) and Little Dog (Wild Little Dog), pushes onto the LCK's high ground before Baron spawns, catching the LCK off guard.
• Gnar (Smeb) flanks around and uses his ultimate, "Buddha's Palm," to initiate a team fight, but Ekko (Xu Cheng) dodges and turns the fight around with a perfectly timed ultimate and stun.
• The LPL wipes out the LCK and pushes to destroy their nexus in a one-push, winning the first game of the BO5 finals.
• In the second game, the LCK makes coordination mistakes, and the LPL secures the match, leading 2-0.
• The third and final game sees the LPL dominating the LCK, pushing their base open before twenty minutes, and winning the All-Star Grand Finals 3-0.

Key Plot Points and Events

1. The LCK's aggressive push onto the LPL's high ground before Baron spawns.
2. Gnar's flank and initiation with "Buddha's Palm."
3. Ekko's perfectly timed ultimate and stun, turning the fight around.
4. The LPL's one-push to secure the first game.
5. The LCK's coordination mistakes in the second game, leading to their defeat.
6. The LPL's dominant performance in the final game, pushing the LCK's base open before twenty minutes.

Character Developments

• Uzi (Uzi) and Little Dog (Wild Little Dog) showcase their aggressive playstyles, leading the LPL's pushes.
• Smeb (Gnar) demonstrates his ability to flank and initiate with his ultimate.
• Xu Cheng (Ekko) proves his reaction speed and game sense with a perfectly timed ultimate and stun.
• The LCK players struggle with coordination and synergy, leading to their defeat.

Significant Themes

• Aggressive playstyle and team coordination.
• The importance of individual skill and teamwork in competitive League of Legends.
• The LPL's growing dominance and confidence as a region.

Character Interactions

• Uzi (Uzi) and Little Dog (Wild Little Dog) work together to push onto the LCK's high ground.
• Smeb (Gnar) and Xu Cheng (Ekko) coordinate to initiate a team fight and turn it around.
• The LCK players struggle to coordinate and adapt to the LPL's aggressive playstyle.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG announces their new season starting roster, including Xu Cheng (Murder) and Uzi (Jian Zihao).
• The announcement shocks the LPL and international League of Legends communities.
• Xu Cheng and Uzi win the All-Star Grand Finals and Solo competition, respectively.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Murder) gains popularity and recognition after winning the All-Star Grand Finals and Solo competition.
• Uzi (Jian Zihao) decides to join EDG for the new season, despite initial disbelief from fans and the community.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and rivalries between LPL and LCK regions.
• The impact of transfers and roster changes on team dynamics and fan expectations.
• The importance of regional pride and competition.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Uzi form a bond during the All-Star event, with Uzi expressing a desire to join EDG.
• Xu Cheng and Little Dog discuss the possibility of playing together in the new season.
• EDG's management, including Ai De Zhu and Ming Kai, work to secure Uzi's transfer to EDG.

• Xu Cheng wins the "Most Popular Player" award at the LOL Awards, marking his rise to fame and recognition.
• EDG's new lineup for the season, including Xu Cheng, Xiang Guo, and Little Dog, exceeds expectations and brings pleasant surprises.
• The LPL Spring Split begins with a heavyweight clash between EDG and RNG, igniting excitement and anticipation among fans.
• EDG makes a triumphant return to the stage, carrying the S Tournament champion's trophy, symbolizing the highest honor in LOL.
• All LPL teams, both old and new, make their grand appearance on stage, marking the start of the new season.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The LPL Spring Split 2018 begins with an impressive opening ceremony and promotional video featuring Xu Cheng (EDG's top laner) as the main protagonist.
• EDG faces RNG in the opening match, with EDG winning both games in a dominant fashion.
• Xu Cheng plays Kalista in the top lane and easily defeats Letme (RNG's top laner), showcasing his mastery of long-range champions.
• EDG's new lineup, including Uzi and Xiang Guo, demonstrates exceptional synergy and strength in their first match together.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng continues to display his dominance and versatility as a top laner, playing Kalista and Jayce with ease.
• Uzi and Xiang Guo show no signs of decline and integrate well with their new EDG teammates.
• Letme struggles against Xu Cheng's Kalista, highlighting the skill gap between the two players.

Significant Themes

• The theme of dominance and strength is prevalent, with EDG demonstrating their power over the rest of the LPL.
• The idea of ambition and building a legendary dynasty is introduced, with EDG aiming to defend their S Tournament championship and achieve even greater honors.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Letme have a one-sided interaction in the top lane, with Xu Cheng dominating the matchup.
• Uzi and Xiang Guo show camaraderie with their new EDG teammates, working together to secure victories.
• The EDG coaching staff and Xu Cheng share a thought about the team's potential and their ambition for the season.

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG wins the LPL Spring Split with an undefeated record of 19 consecutive wins, setting a new record.
• EDG's champion skins are set to go on presale at the Zhujiang Creative Center, themed around Xu Cheng.
• The presale event is scheduled for 8 PM on April 14th.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng and the EDG team have grown in confidence and skill, becoming an "All-God Team."
• Ai De Zhu, the team's manager, is shown to be a savvy businessman, understanding the importance of traffic and exposure for the commercial plaza's success.

Significant Themes

• The power of esports and its influence on popular culture and the economy.
• The importance of confidence and teamwork in achieving success.
• The impact of individual achievements on a team's overall success.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and the EDG team are excited about their champion skins and the upcoming presale event.
• Ai De Zhu interacts with Abu, discussing the preparations for the event and expressing his hopes for its success.
• The EDG team is surprised and overwhelmed by the number of fans gathered at the plaza before the event even starts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG's championship skin pre-sale event at the Murder Commercial Plaza is a massive success, with over 1.5 million skins sold in the first few hours, generating over 800 million RMB.
• The event attracts a huge crowd, with many fans queuing up for autographs and photos with EDG members.
• The championship skin set, priced at 699 RMB for the Signature Ultimate Edition and 456 RMB for the regular edition, sells out quickly due to its stunning visual effects and unique features.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng and EDG members are overwhelmed by the crowd's enthusiasm and the success of the event.
• Ai De Zhu, the plaza's owner, is ecstatic about the event's success and the potential it holds for the esports industry.
• Abu, Xu Cheng's manager, is pained by the thought of sharing a portion of the revenue with other clubs but consoles himself with the idea that it's good for the esports industry.

Significant Themes

• The power of fandom and offline popularity, as seen in the crowd's enthusiasm and the success of the event.
• The potential of the esports industry, as demonstrated by the massive revenue generated from the championship skin pre-sale.
• The desire for success and recognition, as seen in the clubs', players', and fans' determination to win the upcoming World Championship.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and EDG members interact with their fans, signing autographs and taking photos.
• Ai De Zhu and Abu discuss the event's success and the potential of the esports industry.
• EDG members express their envy and admiration for Xu Cheng's championship skin.

• EDG won the LPL Spring Split, defeating IG in the semifinals and RNG in the finals. Uzi won his first championship, and Xu Cheng (Buddha Lord) won his fourth championship in half a year.
• EDG's momentum and Xu Cheng's personal achievements led to high expectations for MSI. They are seen as the favorite to win and are compared to an "evil dragon" that other teams want to defeat.
• EDG is representing the LPL region at MSI, which is being held in Berlin, Germany. They are joined by KZ (LCK), FNC (EU), and TL (NA) in the group stage.
• The public and other teams are highly anticipating the matchup between EDG and KZ, as both teams have strong performances and are considered favorites to win MSI.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG arrives in Berlin for MSI; Xu Cheng receives a global live streaming invitation.
• EDG crushes FNC and KZ in their opening matches, causing a global sensation.
• EDG continues their winning streak, defeating all teams in the group stage (8-0).
• EDG defeats EVS 29-0, causing international teams to fear them.
• EDG secures their 10th win, completing an undefeated group stage.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng is confident and dominant, leading EDG to victory.
• EDG members grow more united and motivated, driven by Xu Cheng's leadership.
• International teams begin to fear EDG and their undefeated streak.

Significant Themes

• Dominance and invincibility: EDG's undefeated streak and their overwhelming strength.
• Fear and despair: The emotions of opposing teams facing EDG.
• Global recognition: Xu Cheng's global live streaming invitation highlights EDG's international clout.

Character Interactions

• EDG members tease and motivate each other, fostering a strong team bond.
• International teams express fear and awe of EDG's strength.
• Commentators and viewers worldwide react to EDG's dominance, some in disbelief, others in admiration.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG achieves 34 consecutive wins, including 10 in the MSI group stage and 24 in the Spring Split.
• The Asian Games officially announce esports as an event, including League of Legends.
• EDG advances to the MSI Grand Finals after defeating FNC 3-0 in the semifinals.

Character Developments

• EDG members feel guilty about the excessive praise and hype surrounding them.
• Xu Cheng is considered a strong candidate for the Asian Games national team.
• EDG members express their desire to continue their winning streak and test their limits.

Significant Themes

• The power of individual skill and teamwork in League of Legends.
• The impact of public opinion and hype on professional players.
• The significance of the Asian Games inclusion for esports.

Character Interactions

• EDG members discuss the Asian Games and their chances of being selected.
• Uzi jokes about Xu Cheng and himself being selected for the national team.
• EDG members express their desire to continue playing together and not be separated.

• EDG advances to the MSI grand finals after defeating FNC, with Xu Cheng's interview about Xiang Guo's "dog" remark going viral.
• EDG's fans from China travel to Paris to support the team, creating a strong Asian presence at the Zenith arena.
• The MSI grand finals commence with a spectacular opening ceremony, featuring a live band, a recap of past MSI events, and the presentation of the championship trophy.
• EDG and KZ enter the stage amidst thunderous applause and cheers from the audience, with Xu Cheng receiving a crown from a fan, symbolizing his status as the best top laner in MSI so far.
• The atmosphere in the venue is electric, with the European audience displaying incredible enthusiasm and passion for the game and the players.
• The stage is set for the highly anticipated MSI grand finals between EDG and KZ, with both teams determined to claim the championship title.

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG's promotional video for MSI Grand Finals showcases Xu Cheng's dominance and global recognition.
• EDG bans Janna, Syndra, and Ornn; KZ picks Fiora and Jayce, then bans Scout's LeBlanc.
• EDG picks Xayah, Taliyah ( jungle), and Graves (top), surprising everyone with an unconventional strategy.
• Xu Cheng locks in Taliyah for top lane, causing a stir among casters and audience.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng gains global recognition and praise from professionals and officials.
• EDG continues to surprise with unconventional strategies, keeping opponents guessing.

Significant Themes

• Global recognition and praise for Xu Cheng.
• EDG's unconventional strategies and unpredictability.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng's praise from professionals and officials worldwide.
• EDG's BP strategy causing confusion and surprise among casters and opponents.

Detailed yet Brief Reference

• EDG's MSI Grand Finals promotional video highlights Xu Cheng's dominance and global recognition.
• EDG employs an unconventional BP strategy, picking Graves top and Taliyah jungle, with Xu Cheng playing Taliyah top.
• The first game of the BO5 series begins, with both teams eager to secure the first point.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG and KZ face off in the MSI Grand Finals, with EDG heavily favored (79.4% support rate).
• KZ surprises EDG with a level 1 invade, targeting Murder (Xu Cheng).
• A chaotic and intense level 1 team fight ensues, with both sides critically low but no kills.
• Graves and Twitch become the focus, with Graves nearly killing Twitch but being saved by Gragas's E.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Murder) demonstrates exceptional reaction speed and positioning, dodging Gragas's E-Flash and using Threaded Volley to control him.
• Graves (Xiang Guo) showcases his mechanical skill, dodging multiple skills and nearly killing Twitch.
• Little Peanut (KZ's jungler) shows decisiveness in targeting Murder but struggles in the team fight.

Significant Themes

• The theme of fear is prevalent, with the casters discussing the "Era of Korean Fear" and the "Era of Chinese Fear."
• The importance of individual skill and team coordination is emphasized during the intense level 1 team fight.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Graves work together to defend against the KZ invade, with Graves supporting Xu Cheng after he's targeted.
• Both teams show exceptional teamwork and coordination during the level 1 team fight, with each member focusing on their target and supporting their teammates as needed.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG won the first game with a level 1 team fight, wiping out KZ 5-0.
• EDG won the second game, securing a 2-0 lead.
• EDG won the third game, winning the MSI championship 3-0 against KZ.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Murder) showed exceptional game sense and prediction skills, turning the tide of the first game with a crucial Rockfall.
• EDG's teamwork and coordination improved significantly, with each member playing at a high level.
• KZ struggled to keep up with EDG's strength and teamwork.

Significant Themes

• The power of teamwork and coordination.
• The importance of individual skill and game sense.
• The impact of a team's chemistry and synergy.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng's close friendship with his EDG teammates was evident in their interactions.
• The LPL commentators' excitement and enthusiasm added to the hype of the matches.
• The global audience's reactions reflected the tension and excitement of the games.