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Chapter 241 "The Tiger's Sleep!!!"

"We can't pick this kind of top laner anymore. If they switch lanes, our top lane will be completely unplayable!"

Tabe astutely realized that LGD's lane-swap strategy was targeting Xiaohu's hero pool.

Lucian is definitely not a viable pick. If he gets caught out again, Tabe won't be able to give any more on-the-spot commands.

Xiaohu originally switched from mid lane to top lane, so his hero pool isn't as comprehensive as someone like Flandre who has played top lane for many years.

With Lucian's signature champions being targeted and eliminated like this, there aren't many options left to choose from.

"Hmm, let's try the blue side again!"

Tabe breathed a sigh of relief. RNG's lineup had been countered by LGD's strategy, as the mid laner didn't know Zoe and the top laner's signature Lucian was banned.

RNG currently has too few viable champions.
Tabe couldn't help but look enviously at Keria's MVP results screen on the big screen in the lounge.

He was already a little envious of the team next door, Mai Zijian, because LGD's players had an excellent hero pool.

Putting Gnik aside, Zoe has already been mastered, and there's also Yone who can counter Zoe.

Although Peanut sometimes makes mistakes, with the arrival of the newcomer Keria and Gnik's overall command, Peanut's hero pool is definitely not a problem.

This team is exactly the kind of team I've always wanted to coach.

Tabe loosened his tie.

His temperature was already a bit high, and the cards in his hand were almost compressed to the limit by LGD.

Xiao Hu breathed a sigh of relief; he was completely dazed after the first match.

LGD's pre-match preparations surprised him somewhat; he didn't expect LGD to use the same tactics they used against DWG last year on him.

Lucian, my proudest hero
It's been cracked! And it might even be an open-source crack!

In the second game, RNG once again chose the blue side.

In this match, Xiaohu also picked Renekton for the top lane, wanting to play a normal team composition and protect the bottom lane while waiting for his team fight performance.

But
RNG lost their winning strategy by not playing the four-protect-one top laner.

In this match, LGD completely outplayed RNG in the mid, jungle, and support positions, securing the second victory.

When the RNG players returned to the rest room once again.

Tabe slammed his hand on the table: "What exactly do you want?"

"Didn't I tell you to keep an eye on Gnik! Put pressure on the enemy mid laner and don't let him have it so easy!"

Tabe had already taken off his coat, and sweat was starting to drip from his forehead.

LGD continued their fast-paced attack, easily defeating RNG. Although his tone was rather harsh, he didn't blame the players too much.

The BO5 series is not over yet, and LGD has top-tier players in every position.

This is definitely the strongest opponent RNG has ever faced!
"This might be our only chance! Let's try to win LGD's first game!"

"Only by winning one game can we figure out how to beat LGD!"

Tabe looked at Tiger with deep meaning.
RNG's ultimate trump card is always this: He was hailed as a prodigy from the very beginning, and now he's the longest stream and the tallest mound in the LPL!
"Little Tiger!!!"

In the second live stream, Letme and Zz1tai were already calling this RNG's last savior.

"Tiger, step up!! RNG needs you!"

Letme watched the footage before the draft phase of the third game, and the director gave a close-up of Xiaohu.

He leaned back in his seat, his hands clasped behind his head, forming an inverted triangle shape.

After being crushed by LGD in two consecutive matches, the level of excitement in this final was truly astonishing.

It wasn't even as satisfying as LGD's match against TES, perhaps due to style dominance or tactical crushing.

If RNG doesn't make adjustments soon, they might be swept 3-0 by LGD and eliminated.

"Burn yourself! Tiger, we really can't play like this this round!" Letme shouted at Tiger in front of the screen.

As if he heard Letme's shout, Xiaohu leaned back in his chair and closed his eyes slightly.

???

"Huh? Little Tiger's closing his eyes too!!!"

Lao K was the first to shout, while Zita and Letme, who were more familiar with Xiaohu, couldn't hold back any longer.

"Huh? Hahaha? Little Tiger~ He's closing his eyes to summon the gods!"

At the same time, the second stream of comments also couldn't hold back.

"Hahaha? Little Tiger! What are you doing?"

“Tiger’s sleepy sleep!!!”

"This is hilarious! Tiger is actually learning?"

"No, is Tiger asleep?"

"Tiger's eyes are closed, what a great opportunity, brothers!!"

"Even his feigned sleep is so charming; is this what a mature man's feigned sleep looks like?"

Not only the second streamers, but even Wang Duoduo and Miller on the official commentary desk almost lost their composure.

"Oh, Xiaohu! Actually, he's under a lot of pressure too, isn't he? He's being constantly targeted by LGD's tactics!"

Miller suppressed a laugh as he analyzed the current predicament RNG was facing, explaining that Xiaohu's previous comfortable performance was all thanks to his teammates' help.

Then Xiaohu can step up his efforts in lane pushing or team fights, but LGD is putting too much pressure on you right now.

Their strategy of using a fast dragon was simply too much for RNG to handle in the early game. LGD was too well-rounded, and in the mid lane, they had Gnik, whom RNG had to take seriously.

In contrast, LGD played too calmly!

Or perhaps it's too easy!
"RNG deliberately chose the red buff in this match; they wanted to use a counter pick to ensure Xiaohu's advantage in the top lane!!"

That's right, RNG, having the right to choose a side, deliberately opted to take a counter pick. Tabe, standing behind Xiaohu, adjusted his glasses. There were some things he wanted to keep hidden.

But after LGD cracked the Lucian strategy, they could no longer hide their true intentions.

If we don't bring it out now, MSI will have to stay home this year.

"Come on! We're backed into a corner now. Don't overthink it, treat every game like a best-of-one! Let's win this match!"

The two sides quickly moved on to the business plan (BP) phase.
LGD, playing on the blue side, quickly completed their first three bans.

They respectively shut down Galio, Alistar, and Titan.

RNG banned Zoe, Twisted Fate, and Hecarim.

LGD didn't hesitate much and immediately picked Kai'Sa.

With Kai'Sa picked, RNG decisively chose Senna and Tahm Kench.

This version of Senna also has a very good ecosystem in the bot lane.

There's also an older brother who's a master of Senna's skills!
With Tahm Kench present, Senna is an excellent choice.

LGD's second pick was Riel as Kai'Sa's partner.

And they locked in Udyr in the jungle position as their third pick.

RNG's third pick was Olaf.

With both sides locking in their first three picks, the second round of banning began.

LGD banned Gragas and Jayce, while RNG banned Orianna and Malphite.

If the Senna composition doesn't develop well, it will be difficult to defeat the Malphite.

"Ding!"

RNG immediately pulled out NOC as their fourth pick!

"Ok?"

"NOC?"

Di Wu narrowed his eyes slightly; indeed, this NOC strategy was a pretty good choice.

If support is available, the mid lane can reliably maintain its lane position.

"In that case, what will Gnik do? Little Tiger still has a counter-pick position as a last resort!"

"Ding!"

LGD picked Gnar first, which was also to prevent Xiaohu from picking Gnar. Xiaohu's strength with Gnar is not in the laning phase, but in his grasp of team fights and timing of entry, which is unstoppable. It's better to just give Gnar to Flandre.

"Hmm, Lucian, I guess?"

Di Wu pondered for a moment and concluded that a mage hero definitely couldn't suppress this NOC.

Support heroes have already been banned, so it's better to just pick Lucian.

"Ding!"

LGD locked in Lucian as their fifth pick!

"Huh? Lucian?"

"Even with Kai'Sa providing additional AP damage, was this a double marksman composition that RNG picked in the first game?"

In the second stream of Zz1tai's live stream, Zz1tai was also stunned for a moment when he saw LGD's last two picks.

If LGD wins this match, it will be a devastating blow to their morale.

I've figured out your double marksman system perfectly, and now I'm going to give you the double marksman system that you're best at.

Xiaohu didn't smile at all when he saw Lucian; he just breathed a sigh of relief.

"Give me Silas!"

Xiaohu didn't hesitate much; in fact, taking down Sylas was his last stand.

"Xiaohu!!! RNG's savior?"

"Top lane Sylas is here!!!"

Letme started nodding repeatedly when he saw this Sylas pick.

Back when I was with RNG, especially in crucial games like these, I didn't even have the courage to pick a carry champion.

Xiaohu's decision to pick Sylas was incredibly bold!

At this moment, all eyes were once again focused on Xiaohu.

Xiao Hu let out a long sigh and closed his eyes again.

I don't know if it's because I'm getting older or because the pressure of the competition is too great.

Perhaps they did indeed have the idea of ​​inviting the gods.

"Xiaohu closed his eyes. This legendary mid-laner of the LPL made a bold move this year to switch to top lane and save his team from dire straits!"

"Let's wait and see what this match brings."

"Little Tiger's performance!!!"

The official live chat exploded with excitement once again.

"Little Tiger is praying to Valhalla!"

"Is Tiger praying? Tiger is asleep!!"

"Little Tiger: What are you babbling about? I'm going to take a nap!"

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(End of this chapter)