Join MonteCristo and Thorin for more in-depth discussion about League of Legends esports! They explore the latest roster rumors across the LCK, LTA, LEC, and LPL, discuss the history of the Dade Award, and respond to the large fanbases and individuals who continue to be upset with ongoing discussions about their favorite teams and players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 13, 2024•3 hr 18 min•Ep. 44
Get ready for an in-depth discussion with MonteCristo and Thorin as they recap the League of Legends Worlds Final between T1 and BLG! They explore the future of the top teams and debate Faker's place in the pantheon of esports legends. This is a must-watch for any fan of competitive gaming! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 06, 2024•2 hr 53 min•Ep. 43
MonteCristo and Thorin react to League of Legends Worlds and discuss the Dade Award for 2024, where Chovy and Ruler could end up next year, Faker's Worlds glow up, narratives around T1, the LCK format and what it tells us about "MSI," thoughts on a fearless draft tournament, analysis of T1 vs GenG and WBG vs BLG, predictions for the Worlds Final, and more! Thank you to our sponsors for powering today's episode! This episode is sponsored by Opera GX, a browser intended for gamers! Download now at...
Oct 29, 2024•3 hr 4 min•Ep. 42
We react to the League of Legends Worlds matches. Other topics include GenG narrowly defeating FlyQuest, the potential knight vs Chovy Grand Finals matchup, how Faker's clutch factor could get T1 to another Worlds Final, layoffs at Riot Games, updates on a new League of Legends client and engine that were in development, the latest roster news, and more! Thank you to our sponsors for powering today's episode! EXPRESSVPN now sponsors Summoning Insight! Get THREE free months of service with our li...
Oct 22, 2024•3 hr•Ep. 41
We discuss results of League of Legends Worlds, what's next for G2, Dplus, and Team Liquid, ongoing issues with the Swiss format, the lack of NA vs EU matchups at this year's Worlds, predictions for the Worlds Quarterfinals, and more! Thank you to our sponsors for supporting today's episode! This episode was sponsored by MeUndies. Get 20% off your first order, plus free shipping, at https://www.meundies.com/summoning Get 50% off FACTOR meals at https://www.factormeals.com/lfn50 with code LFN50. ...
Oct 14, 2024•2 hr 23 min•Ep. 40
We discuss every team in the League of Legends World Championship, reactions to the video released with Spawn and CoreJJ, potential winners for this year's Dade Award, Yone's place in the Worlds meta, the G2 vs T1 matchup, and more! Thank you to our sponsors for powering today's episode! Manscaped skincare products are designed for your most delicate parts! Grab 20% OFF + Free Shipping with code LFN at https://www.manscaped.com Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your ...
Oct 08, 2024•3 hr 14 min•Ep. 39
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss the League of Legends World Championship, potential candidates for this year's Dade Award, 100 Thieves bombing out of Worlds Play-Ins, Riot's new global power rankings, the opening matchups at the Worlds Swiss Stage, updates from TSM, Zaboutine's hot take on 100 Thieves, the 2024 Worlds anthem: "Heavy is the Crown" by Linkin Park, and more! Thank you to our sponsors for powering this episode! Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For...
Sep 30, 2024•2 hr 26 min•Ep. 38
We are joined by Aux, Dagda, Nyamaera, and Cubby to preview League of Legends Worlds 2024! Topics include the statuses of all 4 major regions, favorites and dark horse picks, and which players and champions will thrive in this Worlds meta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 24, 2024•3 hr 36 min•Ep. 37
We discuss Rekkles being named T1's Worlds sub, the release of Deadlock and the slow death of the MOBA genre, the lack of LPL representation in the Worlds talent announcement, new information on Jojopyun's exit from Cloud9, why NRG made the correct move in leaving the LCS, the LNG and Scout drama coming into Worlds, and more! Thank you to our sponsors for powering today's episode! Manscaped skincare products are designed for your most delicate parts! Grab 20% OFF + Free Shipping with code LFN at...
Sep 18, 2024•3 hr 8 min•Ep. 36
Reactions to our recent Zeka hype video, lies that Redditors continue to tell about us, the LCK and LCS Finals, T1 failing to reach the Finals, Peanut stepping up, the League of Legends patch going into the final matches, the overall viewership of global leagues, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 09, 2024•3 hr 10 min•Ep. 35
We discuss backlash from T1 and Faker fans, Cloud9's options following their disappointing 2024 run, Chovy's current era, the LEC Season Finals roadshow, Fnatic and G2's chances at Worlds, analysis of the LPL Regional Finals, and more! Thank you to the sponsors for today's episode! Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get 15% off your Raycon order, plus free shipping! Thank you to INTOTHEAM for sponsoring this week's episode! You must use our link to receive 10% discount on anything you ...
Sep 04, 2024•3 hr 39 min•Ep. 34
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss LEC, LCS, LCK, and LPL playoff updates, Riot Games backpedaling on their 2025 update promises, why Adam caused BDS to miss out on Worlds, the underrated Knight vs Chovy rivalry, problems at Cloud9, the lackluster in-person experience at League of Legends events, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 28, 2024•3 hr 7 min•Ep. 33
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss playoffs in the LCS, LEC, and LPL, Riot discovering that Twitch subs exist, Chovy winning LCK MVP, what the lack of roadshows combined with VALORANT's schedule says about Riot's priorities, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 21, 2024•3 hr 19 min•Ep. 32
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss new esport team emotes in the League of Legends shop, Faker's surprising choice on T1 socials, KT defeating Gen.G, upcoming LPL and LEC matches, Team Liquid's dominance in LCS, the struggles of 100 Thieves, and more! Thank you to our sponsors for supporting today's episode! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code SUMMONING at https://www.shopmando.com! #mandopod Get 50% off FACTOR meals ...
Aug 14, 2024•3 hr 8 min•Ep. 31
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss the T1 vs Gen.G match, the infamous Faker video, how the new patch will affect LCK Playoffs and Worlds, Riot Games and their history of favoring Arcane over esports narratives, Cloud9 vs Team Liquid, previews for LPL Playoffs and LEC Season Finals, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 07, 2024•3 hr 1 min•Ep. 30
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss Naz Aletaha stepping down as the Global Head of LoL Esports, the business practices and failures of Riot Games in esports, the disastrous LEC Summer Playoffs, the state of top lane globally, updates on Cloud9 in the LCS, results from LCK and LPL, and more! Thank you to our sponsors for this episode! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code SUMMONING at https://www.shopmando.com! #mandopod HELL...
Jul 31, 2024•3 hr 39 min•Ep. 29
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss the new Olympic Esports Games, KC's recent success, the baffling priority on Renekton, previews and predictions for the LEC Playoffs, the latest drama featuring Caedrel, KC fans, and Faker, T1 losing multiple matches, the latest from the LCS and LPL, and more! Thanks to this episode's sponsors! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code SUMMONING at https://www.shopmando.com! Get 50% off FACTOR...
Jul 24, 2024•3 hr 19 min•Ep. 28
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss Riot Games subtweeting at us with more misleading information from Chris Greeley's account, IWDominate's treatment by Riot, Viper's strong recent performances, the LPL and LEC Playoffs, rumors of Rogue being bought out by Team Falcons, VALORANT and VCT's impact on LoL esports scheduling, and more. Get 50% off FACTOR meals at https://www.factormeals.com/lfn50 with code LFN50. High-quality, never-frozen meals delivered to your home! Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Jul 17, 2024•3 hr 4 min•Ep. 27
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss the Esports World Cup (EWC), why Riot Games lied when they said they weren't involved in the EWC, why there may never be another event called "MSI" in future years, lane swaps in the current League of Legends professional meta, T1 and their performance at the EWC, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 10, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Ep. 26
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss why Riot Games and other game developers ought to be the target of fan frustrations over the Esports World Cup, T1's upset loss to KT, silly Twitter drama involving Dom and Jankos, the longest ever series winning streak in pro LoL esports history, why League of Legends may already be in a death spiral, the banger upcoming LPL matches, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jul 03, 2024•2 hr 52 min•Ep. 25
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss this Gen.G's lineup potential to be the greatest of all time, Chovy's significant role in his team's success, Twitter drama surrounding talent announcements for the Esports World Cup, results from LCS, LEC, and LPL, the fantastic content being made this split for LCS, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 26, 2024•2 hr 43 min•Ep. 24
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss the Esports World Cup (EWC) talent tease, Dash turning down invitations to attend EWC, reactions to the LCS Finals taking place at the YouTube Theater, Cloud9's first week of play, LCK week 1, a lack of hype surrounding LEC, praise for the LPL format, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 19, 2024•3 hr 8 min•Ep. 25
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss the announcement by Riot Games regarding the potential merger between LCS, CBLOL, and LLA, a brand new annual international LoL esports event, reactions from Brazilian fans, Team Liquid's ownership's response to criticism of joining the Esports World Cup, the Esports Awards partnering with Saudi Arabia, analysis of LEC and LPL, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 12, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Ep. 22
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss controversy around Faker's Ahri skin for the Hall of Legends, changes coming to the LCS, Fearless Draft in the NACL and LPL, roster moves at Dignitas and Shopify Rebellion, how the Esports World Cup has affected pro teams' marketing exercises during LGBT+ Pride Month, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 05, 2024•2 hr 49 min•Ep. 21
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss MSI 2024, Gen.G and their potential to Golden Road this year, Faker and T1 defeating G2 despite looking shaky, the future of League of Legends, Chovy's status as a bonjwa, Jensen being benched b FlyQuest, Esports World Cup and Riot Games shenanigans, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 20, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Ep. 20
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss MSI 2024, Team Liquid vs Fnatic, the rivalry between NA and EU, Noah's lackluster performance, BLG vs T1, Caps potentially being one of the best mid-laners at MSI, the hype matchup of BLG and GenG + knight vs Chovy, Riot Games's subpar star-building strategy, LS's take on bracket resets, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 13, 2024•3 hr 3 min•Ep. 19
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss MSI 2024, FlyQuest's shocking early exit, leaks for a Faker Ahri skin to go with his induction into the "Hall of Legends," Fnatic, G2, and Team Liquid's chances of winning a match against an LPL or LCK squad, the reveal of "Club Support Program" teams for the Saudi-backed Esports World Cup, a common flaw in LEC broadcast talent, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 06, 2024•3 hr•Ep. 18
MonteCristo and Thorin are joined by YamatoCannon, Damonte, Memento, and RandomMinionCaster to preview MSI 2024, discuss the goals of FlyQuest at this event, ponder the role that lane swaps will have, roast Doublelift, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 29, 2024•4 hr 2 min•Ep. 17
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss the League of Legends regional finals in LCK vs LEC and LCS, more Doublelift drama, why the current broadcast meta may be changing, the economics of professional esports, the Chovy bonjwa debate, the upcoming MSI event, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 16, 2024•2 hr 41 min•Ep. 16
MonteCristo and Thorin discuss why Monte thinks G2's lane swap strategies were leaked, the G2 vs BDS series, Faker's statements regarding the ongoing DDoS attacks on T1, Sjokz stories, controversy regarding Inspired's recent interview with dGon, Korean top laner Thanatos joining Cloud9, the future of Fudge's career, potential changes to the LCS, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 09, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Ep. 15
