Those who are choosing to ignore the new League of Legends Hall of Fame skins are fighting a losing battle. The game’s “whales” – big spenders – have shown just how much demand there is for Faker’s expensive Ahri skin, with over $600,000 worth of bundles sold in just an hour.

On June 23, Faker, along with Bin and Elk, appeared on a Douyin stream to promote various physical and in-game League of Legends products. According to a report by Sohu, more than 100,000 concurrent League viewers tuned in to watch the stream and try to get their hands on these exclusive items. Some of these items were sold at a discount but were available only in limited quantities.

During the stream, Faker spent time showcasing the Hall of Fame Ahri skin and its custom effects. He mentioned that he was considering using the skin, but so far, he hasn’t used his Ahri skin in an official match, staying true to his stance on skins.

After an hour of answering questions and promoting the items, every version of the bundle available on the Douyin stream had sold out.

In total, including the bundle’s base and signature versions, Sohu reported sales figures as high as 4.81 million yuan, which is approximately $660,000 USD. Considering the sale of these products only started an hour before the stream began, this is an impressive number.

It shows that despite the significant online backlash the bundle has received, Faker and the Ahri Hall of Fame bundle remain hugely popular, especially among Chinese fans.

Many players have publicly committed to critize the purchase of the bundle, calling its high price tag an “insult” to the League of Legends community and its esports fanbase. However, if the figures from the Douyin stream are correct, it is clear that there is still a massive market for even the most expensive versions of the skins.

This does not look promising for those hoping the backlash would be enough to force Riot Games into lowering the price of future Hall of Fame bundles. In the meantime, we will keep an eye out to see if Faker will stick by his word and use his Ahri skin in a match.

T1’s League of Legends team has been suffering from DDoS attacks for several months, forcing them to completely alter their practice routines and cancel their streams. The team has now openly called out Riot Games, demanding immediate action.

This announcement follows the news that T1 must cancel all its League of Legends streams. When Faker attempted to stream for the first time since returning from MSI, he experienced immediate disconnects and connection issues due to DDoS attacks.

“It is with deep frustration that we must announce the indefinite suspension of our players’ streams due to the ongoing DDoS attacks”

“For nearly six months, these attacks have persisted, and we hoped that Riot Korea and Riot Games would devise a long-term solution to allow our players and other affected teams to resume normal training schedules. Regrettably, this has not yet occurred.”

T1 acknowledged Riot’s efforts to implement countermeasures at their HQ while the team was abroad competing at MSI 2024, but noted that these measures only protected players playing from their HQ.

After T1’s loss against HLE, which relegated them to the lower bracket of the LCK playoffs, Faker spoke about the continuous DDoS attacks during the post-match conference. He highlighted how these attacks significantly impact their overall performance.

In response to the DDoS attacks, the league had to introduce pre-recorded matches, playing them at an offline LoL arena server that foreign networks cannot affect.

T1 urged Riot Korea and Riot Games to “fulfill their responsibilities and stop these attacks” to return to normalcy and ensure a fair and competitive environment for Korean esports players for the rest of the year. At the time of writing, Riot has not provided a statement on social media.

Felix ‘xQc’ Lengyel is currently one of the most popular streamers. Even though thousands of people watch him every time he goes live, he sometimes breaks the rules while gaming.

During a broadcast in May 2024, xQc logged into League of Legends and got a message saying that a player he reported for abusive text chat had been punished. The French Canadian streamer admitted he reported the player out of frustration, calling it a “false report.”

“Dude, the only person I reported, I falsely reported them. What?”

As his chat accused him of snitching on another player, xQc explained more about the false report.

“The only person I reported, I was malding and I falsely reported them. He didn’t say anything bad!”

This isn’t the first time the famous streamer has misused a report feature. In 2017, he was banned from Overwatch for a similar issue.

While streaming, the former Overwatch League pro received a message from Blizzard stating his account would be banned for 72 hours for “misuse of reporting system” to stop innocent Overwatch players from being banned.

xQc would fill out his reports with comments like “ur such a piece of sh*t,” which led to Blizzard giving him a three-day suspension.

Since xQc only reported one player in League of Legends, it doesn’t seem like Riot will suspend his account like Blizzard did. However, that could change now that he has admitted to making a false report.

This revelation, which came to light in September 2023, prompted him to reassess various aspects of his life. Despite initial concerns, Rekkles expressed that understanding his diagnosis has brought clarity and improvement to his life.

“In September, I get my diagnosis. I have high-functioning autism, or I’m on the autism spectrum,” 

“I wish I knew sooner that I had this, but I’m also just happy that I know now. Because, from now on, I feel like I can make my life much better.”

He attributed his diagnosis to providing valuable insights into past career decisions, particularly highlighting the importance of stability in his practice environment.

Rekkles emphasized his need for routine and structure, acknowledging that changing teams frequently didn’t suit him well in the past. He compared his mind’s functioning to a computer experiencing a “bluescreen,” requiring a reset to regain functionality.

This newfound understanding has enabled him to let go of past anxieties and embrace his individuality more confidently.

Furthermore, Rekkles praised T1 for accommodating his preferences and creating a detailed schedule tailored to his needs. Despite facing challenges during T1’s debut in the LCK CL split, the organization supported Rekkles and adjusted to ensure his success. He expressed gratitude for the team’s efforts, noting that it significantly reduced his stress and panic.

Looking ahead, Rekkles intends to continue his career with T1, expressing a desire to play until at least the age of 30. He emphasized that he doesn’t plan on retiring before achieving certain milestones, including playing alongside Faker.

Throughout the interview with Caedrel, Rekkles provided insights into various topics, including his tenure in the LEC and the challenges faced by T1 due to DDoS attacks. His candid discussion about his autism diagnosis has offered fans and the League community a deeper understanding of his journey and experiences.

Despite his deep-rooted connection to League, his curiosity led him to explore the realms of Palworld, where creativity knows no bounds.

Faker creates Ryze in Palworld

Transitioning from the familiar lanes of Summoner’s Rift to the untamed wilderness of Palworld, Faker’s journey took an unexpected turn as he delved into the intricacies of character creation.

Palworld’s customization options allowed Faker to unleash his imagination, sculpting characters with exaggerated features and whimsical designs. With boundless possibilities at his fingertips, he embarked on a quest to recreate one of his beloved champions from League of Legends: the runic archmage Ryze.

In homage to Ryze’s iconic blue skin tone, flowing beard, and penchant for arcane scrolls, he meticulously crafted his Palworld avatar, infusing it with the essence of the EQ-spamming magus he knows so well from his professional gaming career.

As the character took shape, Faker’s fnas for role-playing ignited, propelling him and his T1 comrades into a series of thrilling escapades across Palworld’s enchanting landscapes.

From assembling a diverse menagerie of Pals, starting with the endearing Chikipi, to embarking on daring expeditions to confront formidable Alpha Pals, the T1 midlaner journey was filled with laughter, camaraderie, and boundless discovery.

Indeed, his taste in gaming extends far beyond the realms of League of Legends, reflecting a desire for diversity and exploration in his gaming endeavors. As Palworld captured the hearts of T1 players, and a captivated audience of fans, it became evident that this survival title had found a place in his gaming repertoire.

As the curtains closed on yet another stream, filled with unforgettable moments and shared laughter, one thing became clear: Palworld had left an indelible impression on Faker and his legion of followers.

Within the community, LoL has earned a reputation for harboring a somewhat unfriendly player base, where instances of intentional feeding and griefing are regrettably commonplace, particularly in high ranks.

Despite Riot’s ongoing efforts to address toxicity through the implementation of new reporting features and stricter penalties, it is evident that the game’s reporting system still grapples with inherent flaws.

In a recent revelation on Reddit, a user shed light on a LoL player who brazenly sabotages games while live streaming, with an astounding commitment to maintaining a 24-hour presence.

What sets this behavior apart is the player’s audacious tactic of managing multiple accounts simultaneously, clicking around the screen to evade detection and disconnection. The user disclosed that the LoL player openly declares their intent to troll in each lobby, articulating sentiments such as “Riot bad, dodge or lose,” a clear indication of deliberate disruption.

Further elaborating on the situation, the user detailed how the account would implore others to “join the Turing test” when sharing links to their streams in chat, a phenomenon witnessed even in the streams of renowned professional player Sneaky.

Despite amassing a staggering 24 consecutive losses with dismal KDA ratios, the player continues to operate with impunity, evading bans and consequences.

While instances of teammates being AFK are not uncommon in the volatile landscape of League of Legends, the calculated efforts of this player to create and sustain multiple disruptive accounts, all the while live streaming their exploits, have sparked widespread concern and scrutiny within the community.

In a departure from his usual content of climbing League of Legends rank, Faker has been diversifying his streams with intriguing activities such as book reviews and tests. However, the unexpected twist came when he decided to take on the challenge of solving university exams in Korea.

During the evening stream on December 27th, Faker dedicated nearly 3 hours to working through two sets of university exams, one in Korean and the other in English. Immersed in the task, he approached the questions with the intensity and focus like a real exam candidate. Surprisingly, the performance yielded commendable results, scoring 54/100 in Korean literature and an impressive 72/100 in English.

Korean netizens noted that Faker’s scores exceeded expectations, surpassing candidates in Literature by 50% and outperforming over 80% of candidates in English. Remarkably, the English score equated to a level 3 proficiency, higher than 45% of the entire Korean population.

Fans were astounded by this unexpected feat, considering Faker’s prolonged absence from formal education. Despite his extended hiatus from academia, the gaming legend demonstrated exceptional abilities in exam-solving without prior preparation.

The T1 mid laner even casually pondered the idea of taking college exams in the upcoming year, musing on the simplicity of playing games compared to academic endeavors.

“Looks like next year 2006 will have the university exams, right? So should I take college exams next year? When I went to school I didn’t study, when I came home, I thought “I have to solve my homework” but I just played games. Haiz, after all, playing games is still the easiest.”

Faker’s unique content, revolving around his exam-solving session, rapidly captured the attention of the global League of Legends community and those interested in Korean entertainment. This display underscored Faker’s enduring talent, showcasing that even after 11 years, he can adept and conquer tests with unparalleled finesse.

While League of Legends boasts a massive fan base that loves the game, a significant portion of the players harbors strong discontent when stepping into a match.

Tyler1 on the current state of League of Legends, again

Tyler1, who has achieved top-ranking status in multiple roles across various regions, found himself reaching a breaking point due to the sheer volume of games he’s had to play. This frustration culminated in a passionate rant where he directed his ire towards the League of Legends devs, criticizing them for the perceived flaws in the game’s current state and expressing skepticism about the proposed changes for Season 2024.

“To be honest, I can’t play this piece of s***. This is a terrible game. The devs have f***ing killed it, everyone is miserable playing it. People are miserable because the balance is so bad it tilts everybody. I probably have like one game a day on a silver account just to post on YouTube.”

During the heated stream, Tyler1 not only highlighted his discontent but also went on to elaborate on specific aspects of the game’s balance that he felt wrong. From champion to gameplay mechanics, he passionately argued that the forthcoming Season 2024 alterations would not be sufficient to address the overarching issues he sees in the game.

“Season 14 they’re gonna change all the items, it’s going to be the same thing. There’s going to be broken s*** again.”

“Shame. You have completely f***ing killed any passion or play-ability of this game for me. Congrats guys.”

This outburst has ignited discussions within the League of Legends community, with players and fans sharing their opinions on Tyler1’s sentiments.

Some agree with his critiques, while others defend the developers’ efforts to enhance the gaming experience. As the controversy unfolds, it underscores the complex relationship between players and developers in the landscape of League of Legends.

Former World Champion “Ambition” reached Challenger after 5 years of retirement

This impressive feat, recorded in a livestream on October 10 and subsequently shared on Reddit, showcases Ambition’s enduring skill and determination, proving that he can still compete at the highest level even without being part of a competitive team.

The 30-year-old veteran, renowned for his tenure with various LCK teams, including the illustrious Samsung Galaxy, claimed the World Championship title in 2017 before bidding farewell to professional play in 2018 following a final season with Gen.G. Despite stepping away from the international stage, Ambition remains associated with Gen.G in his current role as a League streamer.

The joy Ambition expressed upon achieving Challenger status was palpable, especially considering reports that he had faced challenges in climbing beyond Diamond and Master ranks for several years. The livestream captured a genuine sense of accomplishment for the seasoned player, whose journey has been closely followed by fans.

Notably, this climb to Challenger marks Ambition’s return to the top of the South Korean ladder after an eight-year hiatus, as indicated by a Reddit user. However, the elation was relatively short-lived, with subsequent games pushing him back to the Grandmaster tier.

Despite this setback, Ambition’s initial success after such a prolonged absence from the pinnacle of the ladder garnered attention and admiration from the community.

League players have engaged in spirited discussions about the optimal timing of such a feat, speculating that the ongoing 2023 World Championship may have created a unique window of opportunity.

With the region’s top players intensively focused on preparation for the prestigious tournament, the ladder competition might be perceived as comparatively less challenging during this period. Ambition’s recent journey serves as a testament to his enduring skill, resilience, and ability to make a mark in the fiercely competitive world of League of Legends.

Until September 18, it was widely believed that this gacha Jhin skin could exclusively be obtained from Cosmic 2023 Capsules. However, League of Legends streamer and content creator I Keep It Taco has debunked this notion.

Bug that allows you to get Dark Cosmic Erasure Jhin through Hextech chest

“There’s a bug that allows you to unlock Dark Cosmic Erasure Jhin ($200) with regular Hextech Chest and Keys. If you’ve been saving them for years, abuse it.”

Apparently, there’s a glitch that allows you to acquire this Mythic Variant skin using a regular Hextech Chest and some keys.

Unfortunately, the odds of getting it this way are not in your favor, and the drop rate is exceptionally low. I Keep It Taco, a dedicated Jhin player, had only a 0.0003% chance of getting Dark Cosmic Erasure Jhin. Even after opening over 600 chests and more than 50 orbs, he still didn’t get it.

“Someone did the math and the chances of me getting it in the hextech chest are 0.0003%. I opened 600+ boxes and 50+ orbs. We couldn’t open 1000+ cause we ran out of chest so we got more keys for next year when we get more boxes. WE TRY AGAIN NEXT YEAR”

When questioned about this bug by MattyLoveGaming, I Keep It Taco mentioned that Riot had made an error, which is why you won’t find this skin in the regular Hextech Chest loot pool.

If you’re hoping to obtain this skin through Hextech chests, it’s advisable to open as many as you have, especially if you’ve been saving them for a special occasion. However, the chances of obtaining it through rerolls are next to impossible.

Sadly, according to the content creator’s post, this interaction has already ended in 19 September. So, your best bet is to focus on opening Hextech chests and hope for some luck for the next year occasion.

However, if you prefer not to exploit glitches, you can still obtain Dark Cosmic Erasure Jhin by opening the limited-time-only capsules. But act quickly, as the event is coming to an end with the arrival of patch 13.19 on September 27.