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In this episode of Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato break down another intense week of League of Legends esports action, covering everything from the LPL and LCK playoffs to the heated drama surrounding Bwipo and FlyQuest. The duo dives deep into FlyQuest’s dominant run, Bwipo’s controversial comments, and the ripple effects across the LoL competitive scene. They also analyze standout performances, strategic drafting in the Fearless format, and the challenges teams face ahead of Worlds 2025. Expect sharp insights, bold takes, and plenty of debate about player reputations, team culture, and how mental resilience shapes championship runs. Beyond the Bwipo controversy, the show dissects key playoff series across major regions, including T1’s shaky showing in the LCK, the rise of underdog teams in the LPL, and high-stakes matchups in the LEC featuring KOI, Fnatic, and Karmine Corp. With expert commentary grounded in years of esports experience, Summoning Insight delivers the context and storytelling that fans of LoL crave. Whether you’re here for the strategy talk, the inside scoops, or the drama that shakes the pro scene, this episode connects you to the heart of competitive League of Legends. If you’re looking for unfiltered insights, bold predictions, and in-depth playoff previews, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/summoning and you can get up to four extra months FREE. Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off Ridge with code SI at https://www.Ridge.com/SI Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free item for life at https://www.hellofresh.com/lfn10fm Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/LFN TODAY to get up to 20% off sitewide! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato dive deep into the state of League of Legends across multiple regions, starting with the chaos surrounding the LEC Playoffs. They tackle Riot’s scheduling controversies, format missteps, and break weeks, then break down the strengths and weaknesses of top contenders like G2, Fnatic, Karmine Corp, and KOI. Expect sharp takes on G2’s perfect split, Fnatic’s month-long break before playoffs, KC’s internal drama, and whether KOI can mount another title or a LoL Worlds 2025 run. The conversation then moves globally, with heated analysis of the LCK Playoffs picture and GenG’s historically dominant regular season, plus whether T1 can challenge them. In LTA North, the hosts unpack 100 Thieves’ surprise takedown of Team Liquid, Cloud9’s shaky form against lower-tier teams, and the looming dominance of FlyQuest. The episode also previews the high-stakes LPL playoffs and features candid opinions on player form, team building, and what it takes to perform on stage in the most competitive LoL esports environments. If you’re looking for unfiltered insights, bold predictions, and in-depth playoff previews, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SUMMONING and use code SUMMONING and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Last Free Nation’s new collaboration t-shirt with Into the AM is out now! Equip yourself with this high-quality shirt (featuring a familiar insignia) now! While you’re there, you can also shop the Into the AM Labor Day Sale! Items are up to 50% sitewide until the 7th of September. This is in addition to the 10% off you always get by using our link: https://intotheam.com/LFN-tee2 Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/LFN TODAY to get up to 20% off sitewide! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at shopmando.com! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Summoning Insight, we're tackling the big talking points in the world of League of Legends esports! First, we dive into the latest Esports Awards: was Faker the only choice for Player of the Decade? We debate the winners and the merits of the selection process. Then, we dissect the turbulent LCK! What's going on with T1? Can GenG be stopped? We break down KT's SHOCKING victory over T1 and what it means for both teams, T1's recent struggles and their crucial upcoming matches, and Gen G's DOMINANCE: their secret sauce, adaptable playstyle, and individual player brilliance (Chovy & Ruler!). We go BEHIND THE SCENES and explore the vital role of COACHING in esports. Learn about the challenges of managing star players, building trust, and creating a winning team environment. Yamato shares personal experiences and insights from his own coaching career. Don't miss out on this packed episode, including analysis from the latest matches from LTA and LPL! Tune in to get your Summoning Insight fix! Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/summoning Shop the Into the AM Labor Day Sale! Items are up to 50% sitewide until the 7th of September. This is in addition to the 10% off you always get by using our link: https://intotheam.com/lfn Eat smart with Factor! Go to https://FactorMeals.com/lfn50off and use code lfn50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thorin and Yamato discuss the state of T1 compared to LCK rival GenG, where Fnatic stands in the LEC, Shopify Rebellion's massive upset over Cloud9 in the LTA, IG's thrilling surprise victory over BLG in the LPL, and more! Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 20% off the fan-favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at shopmando.com! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Thorin and Yamato discuss Faker's spot on T1, T1's potential for more big wins following their victory over GenG in the LCK, the start of LTA Summer, MKOI's chances to stay at the top of LEC with its new Summer format, the latest from the LPL, and more! Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/summoning and you can get up to four extra months FREE.   Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 20% off the fan-favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at shopmando.com! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Thorin and Yamato discuss GenG and their victory at the Esports World Cup, the drama around Caedrel co-streaming EWC, AL's strong 2nd place finish, T1 and HLE's forms at the event, the first week of LPL Summer, NAVI's roster heading into LEC Summer, and more! Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code SUMMONING for 10% off your entire order. Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/summoning and you can get up to four extra months FREE.   Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 20% off the fan-favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic! Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free item for life at https://www.hellofresh.com/lfn10fm Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thorin and Yamato discuss the final matches of MSI 2025, the reasons why GenG are the best LoL esports team, T1 and Faker's performances at the event, what it will take for Western League of Legends teams to "bridge the gap" between them and Eastern teams, Maple un-retiring to return to PSG Talon, and more! Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code SUMMONING for 10% off your entire order. Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off Ridge with code SI at https://www.Ridge.com/SI Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at shopmando.com! Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free item for life at https://www.hellofresh.com/lfn10fm The Last Free Nation merch shop is open! Show off your fandom and support us and by purchasing  the high-quality items on our merch shop. Check our website for more info on shipping! https://go.lastfreenation.shop/summoningyt Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thorin and Yamato give thoughts and analysis on MSI 2025, preview the upcoming banger matchup between Faker and T1 vs Chovy and GenG, discuss CFO's strong performances and upset potential vs AL, assess FlyQuest's chances to get a win vs BLG, give reasoning as to why the LEC squads didn't perform as strongly at MSI this year, and more! Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off Ridge with code SI at https://www.Ridge.com/SI Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at shopmando.com! Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 15% off their best-selling Everyday Earbuds! Last Free Nation merchandise is here! To celebrate, we're giving away several items from our merch shop. To be eligible, all you need to do is head to the Last Free Nation Discord server and follow the instructions in the "merch giveaway" channel. Entries will close next Sunday (the 13th), winners will be announced next week. Thank you for supporting our network! Last Free Nation Discord server: https://discord.gg/zeWYq4JhEU Last Free Nation merch shop: https://lastfreenation.shop Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.