In the afternoon, the four teams in the semifinals, as well as all the official staff, returned to their respective hotels to pack up and prepare to head to the next stop, Berlin, Germany, in the afternoon.
Their schedule was rushed. Unlike the previous matches where they had a few days to rest and adjust, once the group stage ended, the teams would have to immediately throw themselves into a new round of training and preparation, even though there were still a few days before the semifinals of the semifinals.
It was also because of this rushed and tight schedule that the players did not have the time to express their opinions on the results. Even when they were interviewed by various esports media after the lot-drawing ceremony, they did not easily reveal too much emotion.
However, there seemed to be an oppressive and solemn atmosphere in the air that was slowly spreading out.
The big battle … was near.
The netizens on the internet also caused an uproar with regards to the matchups of these two groups. Then, they strangely quietened down.
It was not that they were satisfied with the results.
But, in fact, no matter what the outcome of the lot-drawing was, it would not have much of an impact.
Because they had already reached this step.
They were already in the semifinals.
Whether it was an internal battle between sibling teams or a showdown between the top of the division, in the end, the final two teams that stood at the pinnacle of the finals would be determined to fight for the World Championship trophy.
Furthermore —
"It's still alright, right?"
On the Chinese server, a weak voice carefully emerged on the internet:
"God against Legend should be quite stable."
"At least we didn't let the two teams from our division clash in the semifinals. At least a few of them can guarantee a spot in the finals."
Many netizens subconsciously nodded in agreement.
That's right.
At least this way, they could avoid an early conflict in the semifinals.
With the two LPL teams in a staggered group, one of them had a high chance of advancing to the finals, while the other … could still strive for a chance.
Although —
This opportunity seemed to fall into this group, and it seemed a little hopeless.
KG against SSK …
Countless players and netizens pondered over the arrangement of the second group of the top four countless times. They subconsciously muttered and repeated it countless times, trying to find more motivation from such a line of words that would give them more confidence and support. However, in the end, it was always that faint palpitation that lingered in their hearts and could not be dispelled.
Last year, it was KG who had suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of the world's strongest team. It had been a painful lesson for all of them on the national server.
This year …
They met again.
Although KG was currently at his peak, and SSK was showing signs of declining for the first time ever, why did they still feel a sense of uneasiness in their hearts?
…
For the players of the four semifinalists, although they didn't reveal too many emotions and thoughts when interviewed by the esports media after the lot-drawing ceremony, it was inevitable that the players would have extremely complicated emotions about the results of the lot-drawing.
On the way to the airport, Phoenix, who was sitting alone in the back of the bus, looked at the scenery outside the window. She couldn't help but shake her head and smile bitterly.
"It's still bad luck.
"We've run into an iron plate."
Apart from KG, who was the most ideal opponent, it wouldn't be good news for Legend whether they met SSK or God- Hand of God.
After the matchups of this group were confirmed, Legend's prospects for the semifinals … were really worrying.
The members of KG Squad could completely empathize with the same feelings.
For them, they had hoped to meet Legend in the semifinals the most. However, they didn't expect to be assigned the worst possible outcome. They had to face SSK head-on.
"It's not the worst, is it?"
Demon Ghost, the mid laner, forced himself to cheer up.
"If I have to say it, it's better than going against God."
"It doesn't matter if we win or lose against God. But against SSK … there's still a chance of winning, isn't there?"
That was the logic.
Moreover, when KG and SSK fought in the group stages, they did not suffer a crushing defeat like they did last year. Instead, they were able to fight back and forth.
But even so, it wasn't enough to inspire confidence and optimism in the members of KG Squad.
The members of Team God could only listen in silence, looking at each other in silence. At this time, they couldn't find the right words to comfort their comrades. Snowy Nightsong patted Tian Tian on the shoulder.
"Anyway … good luck."
"I hope our two squads can face each other in this year's London finals."
Tian Tian paused for a moment before nodding vigorously.
"Definitely!"
Morning Star said slowly. "Moreover, we still have time. In the next few days, we'll increase the intensity of our training. We can try out many tactics a few more times to increase our chances of winning."
Lin Feng chimed in at this moment.
"Apart from us, the seniors said that they'll spare some time to help as well."
Everyone perked up again.
"Is that so?"
"That's great!"
"With the help of the seniors, our training efficiency will be much higher!"
"Let's start tonight! Damn it, we're already in the semifinals. Let's put the rest aside and finish this first! "
On the SSK Squad's side.
Han Shihao packed his luggage in the personal room reserved for the captain of the squad. Next to him was the club's young director, who leaned against the sofa leisurely as he watched Han Shihao pack.
He said, "This drawing of lots is very ideal."
"From the semifinals to the finals, we've beaten the two LPL teams from the second seed to the first seed. It looks like the LPL players are going to suffer another blow at the end of this year."
There was a hint of playfulness in his tone, but it was as if he had already predicted the outcome of the semifinals and even the finals.
Han Shihao was still focused on packing his luggage with his head down. His expression didn't change as he replied,
"Alright."
"Give me a little more time."
"Give that Morning Star some time too."
Late that night.
The players of the four squads arrived in Berlin, the capital of Germany.
They checked into the hotel.
On the LPL side, the players from KG and God knew that their seniors would be arriving a day later. However, it did not stop them from putting down their luggage in the hotel room and immediately heading downstairs to the training room to prepare for their training.
At this moment.
There were only three days left until the semifinals.
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