Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points & Events

• EDG teammates are discussing their championship skin choice, with Xu Cheng revealing he'll pick Jayce because Rita likes it.
• Xu Cheng and the team joke about their net worth and future performance.
• Ai De Zhu and Abu gift the team a jersey with a pentagram, symbolizing their first S Tournament championship.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng shows his affection for Rita, causing his teammates to tease him.
• Ai De Zhu and Abu show their excitement and pride in EDG's achievements.

Significant Themes

• The commercial value and popularity of Xu Cheng and EDG.
• The significance of the pentagram jersey as a symbol of EDG's championship title.

Character Interactions

• The EDG teammates joke and banter with each other, showing their camaraderie.
• Xu Cheng and his teammates discuss their future performance and net worth.
• Ai De Zhu and Abu present the pentagram jersey to the team, expressing their pride in EDG's achievements.

Key Plot Points & Events

• EDG receives new jerseys with a star on the sleeve, symbolizing their S8 championship win.
• EDG posts a group photo in their new jerseys, sparking global attention and discussion.
• EDG arrives in Incheon for the S8 World Finals, ready to face IG.

Character Developments

• EDG members feel a surge of motivation and pressure after receiving the new jerseys.
• Ai De Zhu expresses his confidence in EDG's ability to win back-to-back championships.
• Li Ge (SKT) feels envious of EDG's new jerseys and vows to return for S9.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and confidence: EDG displays their belief in winning the championship with their new jerseys.
• Legacy and history: The star on the jersey represents a team's legacy and historical significance.
• Rivalry: The clash between EDG and IG is portrayed as a battle for the world's pinnacle.

Character Interactions

• EDG members react with excitement and pride when they receive their new jerseys.
• EDG and SKT fans express mixed feelings about EDG's new jerseys, ranging from admiration to envy.
• EDG and IG are portrayed as rivals, with global viewers eagerly anticipating their final showdown.

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG and IG members wake up early and head to the Incheon Munhak Stadium for the S Tournament Grand Finals.
• The atmosphere is intense, with fans and spectators from all over the world.
• EDG enters the venue through the staff entrance due to the massive crowd.

Character Developments

• Tian Ye shows signs of nervousness, unlike his usual confident self.
• Both EDG and IG members are under immense pressure, as winning this match could significantly impact their careers and lives.

Significant Themes

• Pressure and nerves before a major competition.
• The allure and consequences of a high-stakes match.
• The impact of Esports on society and its growing popularity.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng tries to lighten the mood by teasing Tian Ye, but Tian Ye remains serious.
• EDG members exchange glances, acknowledging each other's nervousness.

Additional Notes

• The LPL region shows unprecedented support for EDG and IG, with famous figures and even entertainment stars joining in.
• The leader of a certain unit is surprised by the sudden popularity of Esports and asks his subordinate about it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The young man's excitement about the World Championship finals leads to an early finish at work.
• The finals of the 2018 World Championship begin at 3:30 PM, with the stadium filled with hundreds of thousands of spectators, mainly from China.
• Xu Cheng's parents and Rita are present, along with other EDG team members' families and girlfriends, in the VIP area.
• Ai De Zhu joins them, despite the cold weather, and engages in small talk with Xu Cheng's parents.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng's parents show their support for his career and attend the finals.
• Ai De Zhu demonstrates his dedication to Xu Cheng by enduring the cold and maintaining a friendly demeanor with Xu Cheng's parents.
• The families and girlfriends of EDG team members show their nervousness and support for their loved ones.

Significant Themes

• Family support and presence at a crucial moment in a loved one's career.
• The pressure and excitement of a large-scale, high-stakes event like the World Championship finals.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng's parents interact with Rita, showing their acceptance of her.
• Ai De Zhu's awkward small talk with Xu Cheng's parents highlights his dedication to Xu Cheng and his attempt to ingratiate himself with his parents.
• The families and girlfriends of EDG team members share their nervousness and support for their loved ones.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The 2018 World Championship opening ceremony features IG and EDG, with IG being cheered on by Korean fans as a spiritual successor to LCK teams.
• EDG is introduced with their new uniforms, and the venue erupts in support for both teams.
• The Roaring Emperor, a popular figure, hosts the ceremony and hypes up the crowd.
• The ceremony concludes, and the stage is set for the final match between IG and EDG.

Character Developments

• IG's TheShy and Ning gain popularity during the ceremony.
• EDG's Xu Cheng (M~~~~urder~~~~) and Scout are highlighted.
• Rookie, IG's Mid Laner, reflects on his past and his desire to win the championship.

Significant Themes

• Underdog spirit (IG) vs. favorites (EDG)
• Determination and desire to win
• The importance of the World Championship

Character Interactions

• IG and EDG interact through their respective entrances and introductions, with the crowd reacting enthusiastically to both teams.
• The Roaring Emperor interacts with both teams and the audience, hyping up the crowd.
• IG and EDG members reflect on their journeys and motivations, setting the stage for their final match.

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG and IG face off in the World Championship finals, an LPL civil war.
• Xu Cheng (EDG) and TheShy (IG) are the key players, with Xu Cheng aiming to write his own legend as a two-time champion.
• The opening ceremony features explosive performances and both teams' rosters, with Xu Cheng's final line, "I'm here to write my own legend," leaving a strong impression.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (EDG): Confident and determined to win, aiming to become a two-time champion.
• TheShy (IG): Recognized as a strong player, ready to challenge EDG and Xu Cheng.

Significant Themes

• LPL dominance: The first time in LPL history that an internal match is held in the World Championship finals.
• Legend and legacy: Xu Cheng's desire to write his own legend and cement his status as a two-time champion.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and TheShy: Unspoken rivalry and mutual respect as they prepare to face off in the finals.
• EDG and IG: Both teams are portrayed as strong, with the LPL audience excitedly supporting their respective teams.

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG and IG face off in the first game of the S8 World Finals.
• EDG bans IG's top laner TheShy's signature champions Kennen, Rakan, and Jarvan IV.
• IG surprisingly leaves open their top laner Xu Cheng's signature champions Fiora, Jayce, and Camille.
• EDG picks Camille for Xu Cheng, while IG picks Tristana, Braum, Syndra, and Lee Sin.
• EDG confirms their AD Xayah and support Thresh, with IG's final pick being a direct counter to EDG's lineup.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (IG's top laner) shows confidence and strategic thinking by leaving his signature champions open.
• TheShy (EDG's top laner) demonstrates calmness and confidence in facing his strongest opponent.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strategic decision-making in competitive gaming.
• The impact of player confidence and mindset on performance.
• The significance of signature champions and playstyles.

Character Interactions

• EDG and IG exhibit mutual respect and strategic awareness during the ban and pick phase.
• TheShy and Xu Cheng show confidence and determination in facing each other as top lane opponents.

Key Plot Points and Events

• IG surprisingly picks Fiora against EDG, knowing EDG's top laner, Xu Cheng (Murder), is a Fiora specialist.
• Both teams have aggressive lineups, indicating a high-intensity match.
• The game begins with caution, but Xu Cheng's Camille invades IG's jungle, while IG's Fiora (TheShy) walks into the river, leading to a face-off.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Murder) maintains his aggressive playstyle and confidence.
• TheShy, IG's top laner, shows respect and excitement towards Xu Cheng, flashing the EDG team emblem.

Significant Themes

• Confidence and aggression in high-stakes matches.
• Respect and rivalry between top laners.
• Strategic caution versus aggressive play.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng (Murder) and TheShy (Fiora) have a face-off in the river, with TheShy showing respect towards Xu Cheng.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng (Camille) and TheShy (Fiora) engage in a taunting match at the start of the game, with Xu Cheng displaying EDG's team emblem.
• Xu Cheng uses Camille's E skill to kick TheShy's Fiora, stunning him and creating distance.
• Xu Cheng supports Xiang Guo (Mala) in the jungle, losing half a wave of minions and falling behind in experience.
• TheShy, with an experience lead, becomes increasingly aggressive, aiming to kill Xu Cheng.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Camille) demonstrates confidence and skill, kiting Fiora's Q skill and showing off his playstyle.
• TheShy (Fiora) becomes more aggressive and ambitious, aiming to shut down Xu Cheng early in the game.

Significant Themes

• The clash of top-tier players and their confidence in their abilities.
• The consequences of supporting teammates and the importance of experience in the laning phase.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and TheShy engage in a taunting match, showing mutual respect and friendly competition.
• Xu Cheng supports Xiang Guo in the jungle, demonstrating teamwork and trust.
• TheShy becomes more aggressive towards Xu Cheng, driven by a desire to kill and prove himself.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Camille, critically low on health, turns back and charges at Fiora, surprising everyone.
• She uses an extreme E (hook) flash E combo, displacing herself backward and healing with a jungle monster.
• Fiora flashes to follow up, but Camille predicts this and uses her second E to kick Fiora, stunning her.
• Camille then finishes off Fiora, securing First Blood.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Buddha Lord) demonstrates his exceptional skill and strategic thinking.
• TheShy (IG's Top Laner) is stunned and overwhelmed by Xu Cheng's play.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strategic planning and prediction in competitive gaming.
• The impact of a single, well-executed play on the overall game momentum.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng's Camille and TheShy's Fiora have a tense and skill-driven interaction, with Camille ultimately coming out on top.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Cheng (Camille) gets First Blood by solo killing TheShy (Fiora) at level 2.
• Xu Cheng secures another solo kill on Fiora at level 3.
• Xu Cheng and Scout (LeBlanc) attempt a gank on Rookie (Syndra) in the mid lane, but Syndra dodges LeBlanc's skill and escapes.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Camille) showcases his aggressive playstyle and mechanical skill, securing two early solo kills on TheShy (Fiora).
• TheShy (Fiora) struggles against Xu Cheng's aggressive play, losing two solo kills early in the game.
• Rookie (Syndra) demonstrates his reaction speed and game sense by dodging LeBlanc's skill and escaping a potential gank.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between EDG and IG, with EDG's top and mid laners dominating early in the game.
• The importance of individual skill and mechanical ability in determining the outcome of lane matchups.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng (Camille) and Scout (LeBlanc) work together to attempt a gank on Rookie (Syndra), showcasing their synergy as a duo.
• TheShy (Fiora) struggles against Xu Cheng's (Camille) aggressive play, highlighting the power gap between the two players.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Camille (Murder) predicts Syndra's Flash and stuns her, leading to a double kill with LeBlanc (Scout).
• Rookie (IG) attempts a counter-kill but fails due to EDG's exceptional coordination and movement.
• Camille secures a killing spree with three kills, but nearly dies to the turret.
• Camille survives with 9 HP, leaving the audience in disbelief.

Character Developments

• Camille (Murder) showcases her exceptional skill and game sense, predicting Syndra's Flash and executing a perfect dive.
• LeBlanc (Scout) demonstrates exceptional coordination with Camille, perfectly timing the turret aggro and dodging Syndra's ultimate.
• Rookie (IG) shows his talent but struggles against EDG's coordination and Camille's aggressive play.

Significant Themes

• Coordination and teamwork: EDG's mid and top laners exhibit near-telepathic understanding, leading to a devastating dive.
• Individual skill: Camille's prediction of Syndra's Flash and her aggressive play highlight her exceptional mechanical skill.
• Early game aggression: Camille's three kills in the first five minutes put immense pressure on IG and set the tone for the game.

Character Interactions

• Camille and LeBlanc (EDG) display remarkable coordination, executing a flawless dive and nearly securing a double kill.
• Rookie (IG) struggles against the combined pressure of Camille and LeBlanc, unable to secure a counter-kill despite his best efforts.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Camille, with three kills, dominates the game and snowballs hard, reaching 100 CS by 10 minutes.
• EDG leads by over 3000 gold against IG, with most of the advantage coming from Camille.
• Xu Cheng (Camille) invades the mid lane, hooks and kills Syndra (Rookie) with a combo of E, Q, AA, Q, AA, and Tiamat.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Camille) showcases his aggressive and dominant playstyle, demonstrating his ability to snowball and carry games.
• Rookie (Syndra) plays cautiously after an early death but still falls victim to Camille's aggressive gank.

Significant Themes

• The power of snowballing and economic leads in League of Legends.
• The impact of a dominant top laner on the entire game and team dynamics.
• The importance of vision control and awareness to prevent being caught out of position.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng (Camille) and Rookie (Syndra) have a tense mid-lane interaction, with Camille dominating and killing Syndra.
• EDG and IG teams react to the game's developments, with EDG showing confidence in their lead and IG maintaining composure despite falling behind.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Rookie panics after Camille's powerful combo, but recovers and realizes he's safe under his turret.
• EDG's mid and top laners push the mid lane, forcing Syndra to recall and giving EDG the Rift Herald.
• EDG secures the Rift Herald and pushes the mid lane turret, while IG's bot lane turret falls to Uzi.
• IG struggles to defend, and EDG takes both the mid lane tier 1 and tier 2 turrets, along with the Rift Herald buff.
• Meanwhile, IG's top lane turret falls to Fiora's push.

Character Developments

• Rookie's mental state is fragile due to Camille's pressure, leading to poor decision-making.
• Xu Cheng (Camille) demonstrates strong game awareness and aggression, securing objectives and turrets.
• Uzi secures a solo kill in the bot lane, boosting EDG's momentum.

Significant Themes

• Psychological pressure and its impact on decision-making (Rookie's fear of Camille).
• Aggressive pushing and objective control leading to snowballing (EDG's strategy).
• Struggling to defend against a powerful enemy advance (IG's situation).

Character Interactions

• Camille and LeBlanc work together to push turrets and secure objectives.
• Rookie and Syndra struggle to communicate effectively, leading to poor team coordination.
• Uzi and Little Dog work together to secure a solo kill in the bot lane.

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG, after destroying IG's turrets, decides to push straight into IG's high ground instead of recalling.
• Camille bursts down Syndra, and EDG continues pushing, destroying IG's high ground turret and mid lane crystal.
• IG struggles to defend, with only Lee Sin left to hold the high ground.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Camille) demonstrates aggressive and skillful play, dealing significant damage and pushing IG's high ground.
• Lee Sin (Ning Wang) struggles to defend IG's high ground alone after Syndra's death.

Significant Themes

• EDG's aggressive and relentless playstyle.
• IG's struggle to defend against EDG's push.
• The tension and excitement of a high-stakes World Finals match.

Character Interactions

• Camille (Xu Cheng) and Lee Sin (Ning Wang) have a tense exchange, with Camille using Lee Sin's displacement to her advantage.
• EDG members work together to push IG's high ground and destroy the mid lane crystal.
• IG players struggle to coordinate their defense against EDG's push.

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG's reinforcements arrive, and they continue pushing, refusing to retreat.
• IG's Tristana and Fiora attempt to take down EDG's Scuttle Crab but are intercepted by EDG's jungler, Xiang Guo, and mid laner, Scout.
• A fierce team fight ensues, with EDG dealing terrifying damage and IG's Ah Shui losing more than half of his health.
• Camille dives onto Tristana, but Ah Shui Flashes away, escaping death.
• EDG's Camille forces IG back, destroying their inhibitor turret and pushing into their base.
• IG's mid and top laners respawn, but EDG continues pushing, with Camille blocking IG's players in their fountain.
• EDG destroys IG's last inhibitor turret, and the game ends with EDG securing their first win in the 2018 World Championship Finals BO5.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng's Camille dominates the game, forcing IG back and blocking them in their fountain.
• Xiang Guo's early game performance is underestimated, but he deals significant damage to IG's members.
• Ah Shui's quick thinking and reaction time help him escape death multiple times.

Significant Themes

• Aggression and dominance in gaming strategy.
• The impact of a single player's performance on a team's success.
• The importance of quick thinking and reaction time in competitive gaming.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng's Camille and IG's members, with Camille dominating and forcing IG back.
• EDG's teamwork, with all members focusing fire on IG's Nexus to secure the win.
• IG's members, struggling to defend against EDG's relentless push.

Key Plot Points & Events

• EDG wins the first match against IG in the S8 World Championship finals in just 15 minutes, setting a record.
• The victory is celebrated worldwide, with EDG becoming the trending topic on the internet.
• An internet cafe owner in China celebrates EDG's victory by offering discounts and free beer to her customers.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng remains calm and focused, aware that the first match is just the beginning.
• EDG members, especially Uzi and Xiang Guo, are ecstatic about their victory.
• The internet cafe owner shows her support for EDG and their player, Murder.

Significant Themes

• The global impact and popularity of the S8 World Championship.
• The excitement and unity among fans, both in the live venue and online.

Character Interactions

• EDG members celebrate their victory together backstage.
• The internet cafe owner and her customers share their excitement about EDG's win.

Key Plot Points & Events

• The internet cafe's boss offers free services and bonuses if EDG wins the championship and Murder gets FMVP.
• Ai De Zhu, the "Silly Sweetheart" boss, recruits warm clothes and food from fans nearby, highlighting the intense support for EDG.
• Cheng Zi's parents express their worries and hopes for their son's performance in the upcoming matches.

Character Developments

• Ai De Zhu demonstrates his resourcefulness and popularity among EDG fans.
• Cheng Zi's parents show their love and concern for their son, revealing their hopes for his success.

Significant Themes

• Fan Support: The intense support and enthusiasm of EDG fans are evident in the internet cafe's promotions and Ai De Zhu's interactions with fans.
• Parental Expectations: Cheng Zi's parents express their hopes and worries, reflecting the pressure and expectations they have for their son's success.

Character Interactions

• Ai De Zhu interacts with EDG fans, showcasing his popularity and influence among them.
• Cheng Zi's parents discuss their son's performance and their hopes for his future, highlighting their close relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG members prepare for the second match, emphasizing no regrets and maintaining their state.
• The match begins, with both teams receiving enthusiastic cheers from the audience.
• Commentators Wa Wa, Miller, and Chang Mao discuss the first match and make predictions for the second.
• Xu Cheng and Rookie exchange trash talk before the match, with Xu Cheng mentioning his first-year world championship win.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng shows confidence and composure before the match, highlighting his growth as a player and team leader.
• Rookie demonstrates his competitive spirit and trash-talking skills, showcasing his determination to win.

Significant Themes

• Maintaining mental state and focus under pressure.
• The importance of confidence and composure in competitive gaming.
• Trash talk as a part of competitive banter and strategy.

Character Interactions

• Xu Cheng and Rookie exchange trash talk, highlighting their competitive rivalry and mutual respect.
• EDG members support each other before the match, emphasizing team unity and camaraderie.

Key Plot Points and Events

• EDG and IG face off in the deciding match of the World Championship.
• EDG bans several of IG's signature heroes, but IG surprisingly doesn't ban any Top Laners, leaving all open.
• EDG first picks Camille for Xu Cheng (Buddha Lord), capitalizing on IG's general amnesty.
• Both teams reveal their lineups: EDG with Camille, Rek'Sai, Rakan, Azir, and Varus; IG with Kennen, Jarvan IV, Vladimir, Sivir, and Niu Tou.
• The match begins, marking the most crucial battle of the tournament.

Character Developments

• Xu Cheng (Buddha Lord) shows confidence and eagerness to defeat EDG and IG.
• Rookie (IG's mid-laner) picks Vladimir, a late-game carry, indicating IG's mid to late-game strategy for this crucial match.

Significant Themes

• No regrets: Both teams approach the match with the mindset of giving their best and having no regrets, regardless of the outcome.
• Trust in players and coaches: The casters emphasize trusting the players and coaches' decisions, as they must have their reasons for their picks and strategies.

Character Interactions

• Wa Wa (caster) makes an awkward comment about Xu Cheng's personal life, causing laughter and booing from the audience.
• Both teams show seriousness and determination, with no signs of mental fluctuation, emphasizing the high stakes of the match.