Introduction
The League of Legends World Championship is the biggest and most highly anticipated eSports event of the year. The eighth edition of the tournament, also known as S8, was held in South Korea from October 1 to November 3, 2018. The tournament saw 24 of the best teams from across the world compete over five weeks for a chance to be crowned the world champions. This article will cover the highlights of the S8 final, where the top two teams, Invictus Gaming and Fnatic, battled it out for the ultimate prize.
The Road to the Final
The tournament began with the play-in stage, where twelve teams competed for a chance to advance to the main group stage. Eight teams from the play-in stage joined the sixteen teams that had automatically qualified for the group stage. The group stage saw these twenty-four teams split into four groups of six teams each. The top two teams from each group advanced to the knockout stage.
Fnatic and Invictus Gaming were both dominant in their respective groups, finishing with a 5-1 record to secure their spot in the quarter-finals. They both made quick work of their opponents, sweeping their way to the semi-finals.
In the semi-finals, Invictus Gaming faced Korean powerhouse G2 Esports, while Fnatic took on the Chinese team, EDward Gaming. Both matches were highly competitive, but Invictus Gaming and Fnatic emerged victorious, setting up a highly anticipated final between the two teams.
The Final
The final took place on November 3, 2018, at the Incheon Munhak Stadium in Incheon, South Korea. Over 40,000 fans filled the stadium to witness the showdown between two of the best League of Legends teams in the world.
The first game of the series showcased Invictus Gaming's explosive team fighting prowess. They took control of the game early, making decisive plays and securing objectives. Fnatic tried to fight back, but Invictus Gaming's lead proved too much to overcome, and they closed out the game in just over 30 minutes.
In the second game, Fnatic fought back and managed to take an early lead. But Invictus Gaming slowly clawed their way back into the game, led by their star player, Song "Rookie" Eui-jin. With the game in the balance, a crucial team fight broke out around the Baron pit. Invictus Gaming emerged victorious, securing the Baron buff and using it to push down Fnatic's base and take the game.
The third game saw a much more subdued Invictus Gaming. They played a patient game, waiting for Fnatic to make mistakes and then capitalizing on them. Fnatic tried to press their advantage and force fights, but Invictus Gaming's defense proved too strong. In the end, Invictus Gaming claimed victory in just over 27 minutes, securing their spot as the 2018 League of Legends World Champions.
The Aftermath
The victory was a historic moment for Chinese LoL, as Invictus Gaming became the first team from China to win the League of Legends World Championship. It was also a personal triumph for Invictus Gaming's star player, Rookie, who had dreamed of winning the tournament since he first started playing the game.
On the other hand, Fnatic was left to come to terms with their defeat. Despite their impressive performance throughout the tournament, they were unable to overcome Invictus Gaming's superior team fighting ability. Still, they can take solace in the fact that they gave their best and showed the world that they are a force to be reckoned with in the world of competitive gaming.
Conclusion
The League of Legends World Championship S8 was an exciting and memorable tournament, featuring some of the best team plays, strategies, and individual performances the eSports world has ever seen. While only one team emerged victorious, all the teams that took part deserve recognition for their hard work, dedication, and exceptional skill. We look forward to the next edition of the tournament and more thrilling moments in competitive gaming.
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