Perhaps, within the League of Legends community, if we had to find two regions with the most developed Esports scene in general and League of Legends in particular, China and South Korea would surely be mentioned first. In fact, at certain points, like right now, LPL is showing a slight edge over LCK by dominating both major tournaments in the League of Legends scene, MSI 2021 and the World Championship 2021. With a population in the billions, the development of LPL is entirely understandable. Furthermore, Esports is also a recognized sport by the government, and at the upcoming Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou, Esports will become a medal-contending sport for the first time.
However, on the other hand, LPL is also well-known for its high-profile dramas that have left the League of Legends community in shock. This is truly ironic because LPL is also famous for its strict penalties and harsh eliminations. What is the reason behind LPL surpassing LCK in terms of both reputation and infamy?
The Gap Between Star Players and Average Players
One undeniable truth is that in LPL, there is never a shortage of players. Remember when Tian got injured? FunPlus Phoenix didn’t waste time searching; they promoted Bo straight from the youth team. Similarly, Neny was already