Understanding the S15 Season of the League of Legends Championship: A Comprehensive Overview

S15 Season: The New Era of the League of Legends Championship

After T1’s historic victory in the S14, the League of Legends Championship (LoL) is poised for a significant shift. The S15 season could mark the end of the era of the wildcard regions, leading to a restructured format with new events, new systems, and revised qualification slots. Let’s explore the implications of these changes.

LCK: The Unchanged Giant

As the nine-time champion region, the Korean LCK remains the strongest in the LoL landscape. The dominance of Faker and T1’s five-冠连冠 further solidified their status. For the S15 season, the LCK maintains its 10-team lineup, and expansion is not on the horizon. Teams seeking entry must purchase slots at high costs. The current roster includes T1, GenG, HLE, DK, KT, DRX, KDF, NS, FOX, and BRO.

LPL: Possible Stability Amidst Challenges

The Chinese LPL, with its 17 teams, seems overpopulated, especially considering its dwindling performance over recent years. Despite this, the LPL continues to hold significant popularity in the esports domain. There are no immediate plans for LPL expansion or restructuring, thanks in part to the S15 tournament being held in Chengdu, China.

LEC: Europe’s Continued Independence

The European Championship Series (LEC) has merged the former CIS and Turkish regions, creating a unified pan-European region. Despite challenges, Europe remains an independent region with 10 teams, including SUP. The LEC’s stability ensures that European teams will continue to compete at the highest level.

LTA: A New Chapter for the Americas

The merger of the North American LCS, Latin American LLA, and Brazilian CBLOL into the League of Legends Championship of The Americas (LTA) aims to revitalize the region’s esports scene. The LTA features 16 teams, including the highly anticipated performance of FLY in the global finals, bringing new hope to the region’s fans.

LCP: The New Home for Ex-Wildcard Teams

The Vietnamese PCS has been merged into the new League of Legends Championship Pacific (LCP), which includes teams from港澳台LMS, Japan LJL, Australia LCO, and Vietnam VCS. This new region, with only eight teams, represents a consolidation of former wildcard regions.

The End of the Wildcard Era

The wildcard era is effectively over, though some teams have been absorbed into larger regions. These teams face a tougher path to qualification for the World Championship, but they still retain their clubs, offering hope for fans. The S15 season will bring new World Championship formats, including a rumored new series, adding to the excitement.

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