Genting: You're supposed to teach us skills, but you're going to perform magical arts?

[After a comprehensive review and verification by the school and technical team, it was determined that the infinite economy of four-star chess pieces displayed by player Ye Fan (No. 037) during the competition was a hidden mechanism of Teamfight Tactics, and there was no cheating or hacking involved.]

[The report is false. Ye Fan's competition results are valid, and he will advance to tomorrow's elimination round as normal.]

We urge all players to respect the competition and their opponents, focus on improving their understanding of the game, and refrain from maliciously stirring up trouble.

Ye Fan remained expressionless and casually closed the text message.

He had long been certain that the truth was never in doubt.

After all, this is the game understanding from a former TOC champion.

At the same time, the campus forum caused a huge stir.

The posts that were previously cursing the "cheating dog" were instantly flooded with countless opposing opinions.

[Official confirmation! It's a hidden mechanism!]

[My god, while others are still memorizing the basic synergies, he's already figured out the hidden mechanics from the developers?]

Is this the difference between a pro and an ordinary person?

Why are those guys who were dancing the most enthusiastically yesterday so quiet now?

In the dimly lit dormitory, Lin Hao stared at the announcement on the screen, his knuckles clenched so tightly they turned white, his eyes filled with malice and resentment.

"Hidden mechanics...why...?"

He was unwilling to accept that his report had gone unanswered, and even more unwilling to accept that someone could be above him and dominate him.

But he was powerless to do anything; he even resorted to underhanded tactics like reporting Ye Fan, but still couldn't stop him.

Ye Fan was unaware of the commotion on the forum; after taking a shower, he lay down on his bed.

He played matches all day and was very tired, so he didn't want to stream.

It was a bit early to go to bed, so he watched some videos about repairing cow hooves for a while.

As we all know, these kinds of videos become increasingly addictive the more you watch them.

By the time Ye Fan had finished watching, it was already one in the morning.

He rubbed his slightly sore eyes, tossed his phone aside, and pulled the covers up to go to sleep.

Tomorrow is the knockout stage, and there are three matches, so the schedule is quite tight.

Ye Fan arrived at the venue at 9:30 a.m. the next day. There was still half an hour before the competition, and the venue was already packed with people.

Yesterday, Ye Fan's actions had already spread throughout the school, and with the official clarification, Ye Fan's popularity soared to a new high.

Many students from other schools even came specifically to see what it was all about.

A petite figure stood out in the front row of the crowd.

Wen Ruan was still wearing that bunny-ear hoodie, clutching her milk tea, her eyes sparkling as she stared at the entrance. As soon as she saw Ye Fan, she waved her little hand lightly, her soft, sweet voice brimming with excitement: "Ye Fan! Over here!"

Ye Fan walked slowly closer.

The little girl immediately looked up, her smile radiant: "Yesterday, using the fighter Bard you taught me, I went straight from Gold to Platinum I!"

"Not bad." Ye Fan's lips curled up slightly, a rare touch of warmth appearing on his face.

But this ease was shattered in an instant by a shrill sound.

"You were lucky to make it to the knockout stage, but that's where it ends."

Ye Fan turned around, saw the person who had come, and couldn't help but frown.

The person who arrived was Wang Teng, with Xie Ruyan still by his side.

Why are some people always like ghosts that just won't leave you alone?

Wang Teng walked over and arrogantly raised his head.

"Ye Fan, I admit you have some ability, but that's all you can do. Today I'm a supporting player, and with me here, you can forget about advancing. I even volunteered to be a supporting player specifically for you. With me here, you can forget about advancing."

Sure enough, their performance in the first two matches made them anxious, and they even resorted to such self-degrading tactics.

The knockout stage only has 12 players, while a Teamfight Tactics match requires eight players.

To ensure the smooth running of the competition, the organizers divided the 12 participants into two groups of six.

In addition, four assistant players were selected from the school team to form two teams for the match.

The top four teams advance to the finals.

The supporting players are just there to make up the numbers; they don't participate in the rankings.

Therefore, most school team members are unwilling to be the supporting player.

After all, there's no benefit to winning, but losing would be incredibly embarrassing.

Wang Teng was originally a reserve member of the school team, and there was no need for him to get involved in this mess. Obviously, he did this to target Ye Fan.

Although the supporting player doesn't take up a spot in the next round, he can still drag the team down.

For example, blocking your deck or something.

After all, winning might not be easy, but if you don't want to win, it's quite simple to bring someone down.

Upon hearing this, Wenruan's expression changed.

"You're shameless!"

"Hmph! Shameless? Ye Fan, you should have known your fate the day you offended me. You think you can join the school team? Don't dream about it. Trash should rot in the mud."

Xie Ruyan said, then took Wang Teng's arm and entered the venue.

Ye Fan didn't speak, but looked at her with the kind of loving gaze one would give someone with intellectual disabilities.

The other party's hostility towards her was completely inexplicable. If there was any conflict, she was the victim, wasn't she?

Moreover, do they really think they can target themselves?

Wen Ruan puffed up her cheeks in anger, turned to look at Ye Fan, and whispered, "They're so annoying."

Ye Fan patted her head, his expression calm, but a hint of coldness flashed in his eyes.

"Don't worry, it won't affect me."

With only ten minutes left before the start of the competition, the contestants entered the venue one after another for registration.

Wenruan shoved the milk tea, still covered in ice, into his hand:

"Good luck! I'll be cheering you on from the audience."

"Um."

Ye Fan entered the venue holding a milk tea, his fingertips slightly cool, but his heart was very calm.

The stadium was packed, and the list of the top twelve contestants was displayed on the big screen.

In the commentary booth, the two commentators were also having a heated discussion.

"The most anticipated player today is undoubtedly Ye Fan. I wonder if he can replicate his terrifying strategy from yesterday."

"Wang Teng is a reserve player and a veteran powerhouse of our school. The two will most likely meet in the match, and this game will definitely be interesting."

With the referee's whistle, the knockout stage officially began.

This time, the city-state effect is a gold-gold-gold journey.

In other words, all three rune enhancements in this game are at the Gold tier.

Monsters rarely appear in these kinds of matches.

In this game, Ye Fan wasn't planning on using any overpowered synergies.

Upon entering the game, Ye Fan glanced at the Ionia map and saw that it was the Path of Enlightenment.

Ionian pieces gain both attack and bonus attack, a bonus that increases with level and grants additional experience after the player's turn.

Ye Fan made a decision: this game would be transitioned to Ionia.

The monsters were quickly defeated, and they dropped a chainmail and a recurve bow.

A very versatile piece of equipment.

Next comes the rune enhancement phase.

The three runes are: Pandora's Gear 1, DD Street, and Deliberate Failure.

The first two are runes specifically for gamblers, and Ye Fan didn't want to take them.

On the one hand, the upper limit of gambling is not high enough; on the other hand, it is also because of Wang Teng.

After all, gamblers need to chase three stars, and if the opponent is determined to block your cards, it will be very difficult to play.

In the end, Ye Fan chose to deliberately lose.

You receive 2 coins and one free shop refresh after losing your match.

So, the strategy for this round is quite clear.

Closed-loop Yun Ana!

As for why it's not 7 Ionia?

The main reason is to guard against Wang Teng.

7. Ionia is okay in the early game, but once you reach 5-6 population, others can tell what you're playing at a glance.

If they manage to block you with just two cards, you'll be in a very passive position.

However, the closed-loop Yun Ana is different. Its operation is very flexible. Before the final lineup is formed, no one knows what it will do.

Wasn't Wang Teng targeting him?

Let him guess!