LOL: What does it mean to torture players?

Time ticked by, and the situation on the field reached a strange stalemate.

Although EDG still holds a huge economic advantage and map control, they couldn't find a good breakthrough against T1's impenetrable defense.

Forcing a tower dive is too risky. T1's lineup has a strong counter-attack capability under the tower. Kennen's ultimate, Ryze's AOE, and Aphelios's combo attacks can easily lead to a perfect team fight by T1 if not handled carefully, squandering all advantages.

After all, the former SKT team was the team that created the myth of turning a 10,000 gold deficit into a comeback.

Time ticked by, and the situation on the field reached a strange stalemate.

EDG constantly used minion waves to try and disrupt T1's defensive formation, looking for weaknesses.

T1, on the other hand, is like a stubborn rock, unmoved by wind and rain.

Although the economic gap has not been narrowed, the passage of time is itself T1's most advantageous weapon.

Their three-core carry system is slowly developing, waiting for the equipment to be fully formed.

“The situation has become tense,” Miller said, his brow furrowing slightly. “EDG is now in a bit of a bind. They have a huge advantage, but they can’t convert it into a victory. T1’s defense is excellent, and their discipline is on full display at this moment.”

Wawa nodded in agreement, saying, "Yes, the pressure is now on EDG. They have to find a way to break this deadlock. Should they force a team fight at Baron Nashor, or continue to patiently look for opportunities? This will be a huge test of their decision-making ability."

The audience's hearts were in their throats as the suffocating stalemate unfolded.

Although EDG has won countless championships, their opponent is SKT, a team whose very name represents miracles.

"We can't delay any longer." Su Mo's voice broke the silence in EDG's team voice chat, still as calm as ever. "Their equipment is catching up. In another five minutes, our advantage will be negligible. Prepare to take Baron."

"Take down Baron?" Jiejie was taken aback. "They have excellent vision control. They'll definitely know as soon as we start Baron. Then Kennen and Ryze will drive over directly, and we'll easily get surrounded."

"Who said we were really going to fight?" Su Mo's lips curled up slightly, revealing a confident smile. "Clear the vision, force the dragon out, lure them out of their shells. Meiko, come with me."

EDG's tactics became clear instantly.

Instead of engaging in pointless minion wave maneuvers, the five of them grouped up and began a thorough clearing of vision around the Baron pit.

T1's vision went completely dark in an instant, and they lost control of EDG's movements.

"EDG has started clearing vision! They're going for Baron!" Miller's voice suddenly rose. "T1 has to react! This is an open trap! They know it might be a trap, but they can't let Baron go!"

The atmosphere in T1's team voice chat was extremely tense.

"What should we do, Sang-hyeok?" Oner asked.

Faker stared intently at the pitch-black river, his mind racing.

He knew it was a trap set by the other side, but he had no choice but to fall into it.

"Get ready to engage," Faker's voice was calm and powerful. "Canna, flank and find a good position. Oner, get ready to steal the dragon. We still have a chance. If we can win this team fight, we can turn the game around!"

"understand!"

The five members of T1, like hunters in the night, cautiously made their way towards the Dragon Pit.

However, what they didn't know was that a carefully woven net had already been quietly cast for them.

Four members of EDG pretended to fight the dragon in the dragon pit. The light of their skills kept flashing and their health bars kept decreasing. Everything looked incredibly real.

Su Mo's Syndra, however, disappeared from everyone's sight.

Alone, he lurked in the bushes beside the narrow path leading to the river in the upper jungle of T1.

That was a blind spot, the most likely location for T1 to enter the river.

He was waiting, waiting for an opportunity.

Wait for that figure to step into his hunting range.

T1 is getting closer and closer.

Leading the way were Oner's Lee Sin and Keria's Thresh, who were responsible for scouting the area.

Faker's Ryze followed closely behind.

Just as Faker's Ryze was about to step out of the jungle lane, Su Mo moved!

A Q skill, Dark Orb, appeared silently at Ryze's feet.

Immediately afterwards, the W skill [Power of the Mind] grabs the orb and slams it down, causing a slow effect!
Faker's reaction time was incredibly fast!

The instant he was slowed down, he didn't hesitate and immediately pressed Flash, trying to escape Syndra's attack range!

However, Su Mo anticipated his prediction!
At the very moment Faker's Flash appeared, Su Mo's E skill, "Weaklings Begone," was also unleashed!

The magic orb didn't go to Ryze's original spot, but instead hit him precisely where he flashed!

"boom!"

Faker's Ryze had just landed and hadn't even regained his footing when he was precisely stunned in place by the orb that had predicted his position!

"Faker's stunned!!!" Miller's voice cracked with excitement. "My god!!! Mozi predicted Faker's Flash!!! That's a play only a god could pull off!!!"

This control is deadly!
Ultimate move: [Energy Unleashed]!
Seven world-destroying dark orbs, at this moment, gathered all of EDG's hopes and poured them all onto that legendary figure!
With the combined damage from the others, Faker's health bar evaporated instantly!

He didn't even have time to put on his golden body before he collapsed to the ground!

The soul of T1 is dead!

After a brief moment of deathly silence, the entire stadium erupted in thunderous cheers!
Without their leader, T1's formation fell into disarray and morale collapsed.

The remaining four members of EDG, who had been lying in ambush, rushed forward. Jiejie's Xin Zhao took the lead, Scout's Jayce fired long-range shots, and Viper's Jhin set up his sniper rifle...

T1 suffered a crushing defeat.

In the end, EDG achieved a perfect team wipe at the cost of a 0-for-5 exchange!

"It's over! The match is over!" Wawa roared excitedly. "Congratulations to EDG! They swept the legendary team T1 3-0! They won the 2021 League of Legends World Championship! We are the champions! We are the champions again!!!"

With the crisp sound of the main crystal exploding, Flandre was the first player on EDG's bench to take off his headphones, jump up excitedly from his seat, and shout with his arms raised!
Jiejie and Meiko hugged each other tightly, their eyes reddening.

Scout leaned back in his chair, let out a long sigh of relief, and a relieved smile spread across his face.

Viper pounded the table vigorously, venting his joy of victory.

Su Mo simply took off his headphones, leaned back in his chair, and looked at the huge victory emblem on the screen with a faint smile on his face.

On the other side of the stage, T1's battle area was completely silent.

Gumayusi's shoulders trembled slightly.

Oner and Keria stared blankly at the gray screen, unable to recover for a long time. Faker, on the other hand, sat quietly without saying a word.

He stared at the black-and-white image of himself dying in 0.1 seconds, his mind replaying the dizzying sensation of being predicted and flashed away.

After a long while, he slowly took off his headphones, a bittersweet yet relieved smile appearing on his lips.

He lost.

In front of that man, everything she was proud of was completely shattered.

Perhaps, times have truly changed.

After a brief celebration, the EDG players quickly calmed down after being reminded by Clearlove.

They straightened their team uniforms, their ecstasy fading slightly, replaced by a more solemn expression. They stood up and walked towards T1's battle station.

This is the demeanor of a victor and the most basic respect for a powerful opponent.

When the EDG team appeared at the entrance of the T1 soundproof booth, their victorious aura clashed sharply with the coldness of the room.

The T1 players seemed to be startled awake, and they all looked up.

Faker was the first to stand up. He took a deep breath, suppressing all his emotions, and his face regained its legendary, almost expressionless calm.

He nodded slightly to his teammates, signaling them to stand up.

The handshake began.

Su Mo was the last to be introduced.

He walked at the end of the line, unhurried and unhurried.

When he stepped into the T1 booth, everyone's eyes were involuntarily drawn to him.

He first shook hands with Canna, but Canna's eyes darted away, avoiding his gaze.

Then there's Oner, a young jungler whose eyes still hold a hint of stubbornness that refuses to admit defeat.

Next came Gumayusi and Keria, the two young people with disappointment written all over their faces.

Finally, Su Mo stood before Faker.

The king of the new era and the legend of the old era meet once again on the final stage, with the outcome already decided.

Faker's eyes were calm as still water, but Su Mo could read the turmoil hidden beneath that calm.

Su Mo's eyes were equally calm, a calm and confident expression that came from having everything under control.

He stretched out his hand.

Faker also extended his hand.

Two hands clasped tightly together under the gaze of countless cameras and viewers.

There were no polite words, nor any extra words of comfort.

Faker looked at Su Mo and saw no trace of arrogance or pity in his eyes, only pure, acknowledgment of a worthy opponent.

Perhaps, he does have his reasons for being strong.

As Faker led his teammates into the dark player tunnel without looking back, the brilliance and splendor of the entire stage were completely left to the golden ocean belonging to EDG.

Staff rushed onto the stage and removed the equipment in the shortest possible time, quickly setting up a solemn and magnificent champion's podium in the center of the stage.

"Ladies and gentlemen!" The host Sjokz's voice resounded throughout the venue through the loudspeakers. Standing to one side of the podium, she used her infectious voice to once again bring the atmosphere to a climax, "Now, let's give the warmest cheers to the champions of the 2021 League of Legends World Championship—EDG!!"

As the rousing championship theme music "Phoenix" played, the EDG players, along with coach Abu and Clearlove, walked out again through the player tunnel under the guidance of the staff.

This time, their steps were no longer the composed demeanor they displayed before the match, but rather the lightness and pride of victors.

They walked along the road strewn with gold confetti, each step feeling as if they were standing atop a peak of glory.

They stepped onto the podium, and behind them, a huge LED screen was playing footage of them lifting the trophy, as well as highlights of each player's performance in this world championship.

The Summoner's Cup, meticulously crafted by Tiffany & Co. and symbolizing the highest honor in League of Legends, stands quietly on its base in the center of the podium.

Its silver-white cup reflects the dazzling lights of the venue, and the names of the champion teams from previous years are engraved on the rim, as if silently telling the legend and glory of the past ten years, waiting for the name of the new king to be engraved on it.

Riot Games CEO Nicolo Laurent walked onto the stage with a smile and took the microphone from a hostess.

"Reykjavik! Summoners all over the world!" His voice was filled with passion. "Tonight, we have witnessed history! We have witnessed a great team, with undisputed dominance, ascend to the top of the world! They are the perfect combination of skill, wisdom, and team spirit! Now, I am very honored to announce that the champion of the 2021 League of Legends World Championship belongs to—EDG!"

As soon as the words were spoken, dry ice erupted from both sides of the stage again, and golden cannons boomed, bringing the atmosphere to its peak!
Nicolo solemnly lifted the Summoner's Cup from its pedestal; the heavy trophy symbolized the culmination of a year's hard work. He turned to the EDG players and handed them the trophy.

Meiko and Su Mo stood on either side of each other in the middle.

Their hands gripped the cold, heavy base of the trophy.

"one two Three!"

With Jiejie's shout, the entire EDG team placed their hands on the trophy and worked together to lift the 44-pound Summoner's Cup high above their heads!

"we are the champion!!!"

At that moment, time seemed to stand still.

Beneath the golden rain, seven faces brimming with excitement, joy, and pride, together with the silver-white trophy, formed the most glorious final chapter of Season 11.

Inside the stadium, the shouts of "EDG" were like a landslide and a tsunami, lasting for a long time.

After setting down the trophy, the awards ceremony moved on to the next segment.

"Now, let's reveal the FMVP of this World Championship!" Sjokz's voice rang out again, but everyone knew that there was no suspense.

On the big screen, Su Mo's calm and handsome face was magnified infinitely, and below, the ID 【EDG.Mo】 was flashing with golden light.

"He is the overlord of the top lane, the reaper of the mid lane! He conquered the world with three impeccable performances! He is our S11 World Championship FMVP—Mo!!!"

Amidst deafening cheers, Su Mo stepped forward alone and accepted the trophy symbolizing the Most Valuable Player of the Finals from Nicolo. The trophy felt slightly heavy in his hand, yet its cold touch seemed to ignite his blood.

Next came the awarding of the championship rings.

A hostess approached carrying an exquisite velvet box. Inside, seven champion rings designed by a renowned jewelry brand lay quietly, gleaming under the lights.

The ring design incorporates EDG's team logo and the S11 logo, and the side also has a reserved space for each person's ID to be engraved.

Nicolo personally placed the ring, a symbol of supreme glory, on the fingers of every EDG player and coach. When the cold, heavy ring slipped onto his finger, Jiejie could no longer contain himself. Excited like a child, he held the ring up to his eyes, turning it over and over in the light, his mouth agape in a wide grin. (End of Chapter)