vrcanaries Chapter 173 I still prefer your expressions just now
Chapter 173 I still prefer your expressions just now
wow——
The moment the Fist of Shadow appeared, the entire arena erupted in uproar.
This hero hasn't appeared in professional matches for a long time.
Moreover, Akali will soon receive her own complete rework, and it's unexpected to see the Fist of Shadow at this time.
"Brothers, old Akali players are moved to tears."
"Waaaaah, Fang Shen, you are my god, my ultimate Akali..."
"Hmm? That's strange. Are all the guys new here? I remember Fang Shen saying in his early streams that Akali was his signature champion?"
"Oh? Really? Are there any live stream replays or clips available to watch?"
"Yes, yes, I remember there are bloggers on Bilibili who have compiled early live stream replays."
"..."
Many new viewers and fans are unaware that Fang Han, back when he was still in RNG's youth training program, always touted himself as an Akali specialist.
The problem is that Fang Han never plays Akali, so many fans think he's joking again.
In reality, Fang Han wasn't just doing this for the sake of the show; Akali is truly his signature champion.
However, his signature champion is not the Fist of Shadow, but the Rogue Assassin!
Of course, using Shadow Fist to welcome the arrival of your main hero is also a good choice.
On the commentary stage, the three commentators from LPL stared wide-eyed, never imagining they would actually see Akali appear on the field.
"My God... Shadow Fist?"
"Not many people play this hero in ranked matches anymore, let alone in professional matches."
"The hero's strength is indeed not up to par. Although the ultimate skill has a long range, the conditions for its release are somewhat demanding."
While the three commentators were pleasantly surprised by Akali's pick, they clearly didn't think it was a good choice.
"But no matter what, this is Fang Shen's Akali, so it's worth looking forward to!"
Zeyuan chuckled, his eyes shining.
He enjoys watching Fang Han pull out unexpected heroes, and I believe many Arthur fans are here for the same reason.
Without this hilarious and entertaining gameplay, who would still be glued to Fang Shen's screen every day to watch his matches?
Watching RNG matches without watching Fang Shen's antics is like the West losing Jerusalem.
At this moment, the SKT players were drenched in sweat.
KkOma frowned.
He knew how formidable Arthur was; behind every seemingly illogical hero choice lay a unique tactical strategy.
He kept flipping through his tactical notebook, trying to decipher Fang Han's thoughts.
"This Akali definitely won't be played the conventional way; Akali is really weak in this version."
"Wait! Could he be using his weakness in the early laning phase to mislead his opponent, and then suddenly unleash his power in the mid-game?"
KkOma muttered to himself.
He looked like he had entered a state of "going into a trance" as described in martial arts novels.
It seems that Fang Han's Akali has once again disrupted his tactical plans.
He didn't understand.
Why is it that Fang Han is always able to easily disrupt his long-planned schemes?
An assassin with both targeted mobility and magic damage poses a huge threat to their team's backline!
Moreover, Darius, as a heavy armored warrior, is most afraid of agile assassins like Akali.
This is unbearable...
KkOma has a big head.
With Akali on the field, he suddenly had many more things to consider.
The most pressing issues to address right now are the top lane matchup and the selection of the fifth mage carry for our team.
The countdown above his head was like a death knell, constantly urging KkOma to think faster.
"Sang-hyeok, what are your thoughts?"
"If we use a turret like the Eye of the Void, it seems like we'll have a hard time surviving?"
Faker nodded firmly with a calm expression.
If any other RNG member were to play Akali, he would just scoff and then pick a turret mage to showcase his absolute individual skill.
But this is Arthur, the undefeated king of knights...
Akali's three extremely long-range attacks feel like she could kill him multiple times.
The SKT players couldn't help but feel nervous, after all, anything could happen when facing an unpredictable player like Fang Han.
"Coach, should I build magic resistance items first?"
T-King was already cowardly before the fight even started.
Darius vs. Akali, he's barely played that matchup in ranked games!
Can you fight?
He didn't know, and he had no idea what to expect.
This was his first time fighting Arthur.
In an instant, the high morale that SKT had previously displayed vanished without a trace, replaced by endless anxiety.
After some deliberation, Faker ultimately decided to pick Mordekaiser to supplement the team's AP damage output.
The lineups for both sides have been selected.
RNG (blue side) fielded Akali (top), Camille (jungle), Aatrox (mid), and Ezreal and Shen (bot).
SKT (Red Team): Darius (Top), Rakan (Jungle), Mordekaiser (Mid), Xayah and Alistar (Bottom).
The moment both teams completed their lineup selections, their respective tactical intentions and strategic plans were clearly displayed to the audience and professional commentators, like a scroll painting.
Each hero selection is like a chess piece being placed, and the situation on the entire chessboard gradually becomes clearer.
The audience stared wide-eyed at the ten contestants on stage, eager not to miss a single detail.
The commentators were fully focused, using their rich experience and keen insight to quickly analyze the offensive strategies, defensive priorities, and key roles that both sides might adopt in team battles.
At this moment, the competition has not yet officially started, but a tense and exciting atmosphere has already permeated the entire arena.
With these five RNG players together, it goes without saying that they're going to go all out.
On the other hand, SKT's strategy leans more towards a four-protect-one approach in team fights.
"Alright, both sides have finished their draft phases. Let's enter Summoner's Rift together!"
With the opening remarks from the doll, the second match of the Intercontinental Championship Finals officially began!
At this moment, the entire stadium was filled with deafening cheers and shouts of encouragement!
The sound was like a surging sea, one wave higher than the next, as if it were about to break through the sky.
Countless hands waving glow sticks danced in the air, creating a dazzling and colorful sea of light.
The fans, their faces flushed with excitement and shouting at the top of their lungs, were completely absorbed in the moment.
They used their loudest voices to cheer for the players or teams they supported, as if they wanted to transfer all their strength to the players on the field!
The cheers and shouts of encouragement mingled together, like a stirring symphony, resonating in everyone's ears, making their blood boil and their hearts surge!
Another clash between the two champion teams is highly anticipated!