The quarterfinals came to an end, and the semifinals were decided.
The majority of Chinese players and netizens were extremely satisfied with this result.
Although it was still a pity for Spear Water to be eliminated, the commentator Old Mi had said that it was a glorious loss. They were the third seed in the LPL region. This was their first time participating in the S Series World Finals, yet they were able to fight their way into the top eight. They were even able to go head-to-head with the veteran European powerhouse, Legend, and force the other party into a dangerous situation. It was already an amazing feat.
Moreover, for a rookie team like Rapid Water, there was still a long way to go. This year was their first challenge, and they had accumulated enough experience and lessons. Next year, they might be able to make a comeback and achieve better results.
As for the other two teams in the LPL division —
Even though they had already qualified for the semifinals in the first two days of the quarterfinals, now that the top four had been decided, the Chinese players and netizens were still filled with joy when they saw the results of the list.
KG。
God。
Their second seed and first seed had joined hands to make it to the semifinals!
Even if they did not achieve their original ideal blueprint, occupying two spots in the semifinals was already the highest record in the entire LPL division so far in the world finals.
Moreover —
This was still not the end.
Occupying two spots in the semifinals was not just a simple matter of pride. More importantly, the LPL division would have a greater advantage and initiative than the other European and Korean divisions in the final stage of this year's finals.
Think about it, the simplest possibility was that if Team KG and Team God were placed in the same group when they drew lots for the semifinals, it would mean that they would at least be guaranteed a spot in the finals. After all, the number of times the LPL had entered the semifinals was pitifully low. Entering the finals meant that they would at least be able to secure a second place in the World Championship. They would also be able to fight for the third place.
But …
If it was in the past, the majority of Chinese players might really just have this kind of conservative idea.
But now it was different.
Guaranteed second place?
Hoping that the two teams in the semifinals would be placed in the same group?
What kind of joke was this!
This year's LPL division was focused on the World Championship Trophy. What were the second and third place trophies?
Some experienced netizens even wrote a long and detailed analysis of the two teams. The final conclusion was that both KG and God- Hand of God were almost impeccable in all aspects. Either of the two teams definitely had the strength and confidence to challenge for the championship.
That was what the vast majority of Chinese players and netizens thought as well.
From the group stage of this year's finals to the quarterfinals, KG and God's performance was clear for all to see. It was the strength displayed by these two teams that gave the local players confidence. It was even the wildfire of hope that finally began to burn in everyone's hearts.
The original plan was for three out of the top four.
It was more than half done.
In that case … the next step would be to continue with the planning.
If KG and God were to be matched against Legend and SSK in the semifinals, and they were to win against each other —
Just as this thought flashed across the minds of countless Chinese players, they could not help but feel excited!
F * ck!
If that was really the case …
The final finals of this year's S League would become an unprecedented grand carnival for the LPL players on the local server!
On the stage of the finals, the two LPL teams would face off against each other.
In the end, they would work together to pick up the championship and second place trophies!
What the f * ck …
This was simply beautiful, wasn't it?!
With such a blueprint in mind, the Chinese players and netizens began to delve deeper into the groups for the semifinals. Of course, they did not want their two teams to meet each other so early in the semifinals. However, if the groups were to be staggered, then who would be pitted against SSK and who would be pitted against Legend would have to be paid more attention to.
Logically speaking, SSK was definitely stronger than Legend. In that case, it would be more appropriate to leave the stronger team to God, and then let KG deal with Legend.
But then again, even though KG had lost to SSK twice in the group stage, those two losses were only by a hair's breadth. Moreover, KG had two similar experiences against SSK, so he might have a better chance of winning against SSK if he learned his lesson from those two losses.
Also, if God were to face Legend, it would be more stable …
These two scenarios were repeatedly discussed by the Chinese players on the internet. Each side had their own standpoint, and the debate was endless, but no conclusion could be reached.
At the same time, far away in Paris, France, the players of the three LPL teams happened to be talking about this topic.
…
"I think it might be better for God to fight against Legend."
"SSK, let KG try again."
At the dinner table, Shi Hang took the initiative to express his opinion.
After the quarterfinals of the last group of the day ended, the team did not return to the hotel to have dinner at the buffet like they did a few days ago. Instead, they went to a Sichuan-style hotpot restaurant in Chinatown in the city center. On one hand, it was to celebrate after the quarterfinals, and on the other hand, it was to send off Shi Hang and the others from Team Rapid Water, who would be leaving the next day.
Although he was regrettably eliminated, Shi Hang felt more relaxed this time. He could stand on a more objective point of view and express his opinion.
Beside him, Li Shiyi subconsciously nodded in agreement.
"Yes."
"Previously, God won most of the matches against Legend."
"Now that Ah Xing has made a breakthrough, it will be easier for him to deal with Phoenix. Judging from the overall strength of the team, they should be able to restrain Legend."
In fact, Team Legend's condition was not much different from that of MLG.
In the previous MLG, God- Hand of God was the perfect counter. Therefore, if Legend were to go up against Team God, they would probably not be much stronger.
If this was the case for this group, the situation would be very optimistic.
But when the members of Team King heard this, they could not help but feel bitter.
"Sigh, that's true …"
"But it's still very scary to go up against SSK, okay?"
Indeed.
Logically speaking, King seemed to be a more suitable opponent for the world's strongest team than God. But after all, SSK was the world's strongest team that had dominated the esports industry for many years. Last year, King also suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of SSK. Even now, he was still traumatized.
At the thought of going up against SSK in the semifinals, no matter how determined and courageous the members of King were, it was inevitable that they would feel a little uncertain.
Moreover …
In yesterday's quarterfinals, although SSK did not seem to be in peak condition, there was a strange and sinister aura emanating from him —
It was even more unfathomable and flustered.
Picking up the glass of juice and placing it back on the table, Morning Star said calmly,
"As for me —"
"It doesn't matter."
"It's good to go up against SSK in the semifinals."
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