history has told us that early bloomers don't go far enough to worlds, that's why there's no golden road. I wouldn't be surprised if early dominance from BLG or LYON = burnout = out in groups stage at worlds.
LCK is most interesting. GenG just lost to KT, and KT actually look good I guess idk hard to say since drafts were pretty troll from GenG side. Ive always loved BFX but cant in good faith say Clear or Vicla throw. Short version: GenG sure, but it's like top 4 roulette come summer
Casting Has Not Evolved. It Has Deteriorated.
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