Insightful Perspectives from League of Legends Subreddit on Player Recognition at MSI

League of Legends fans are buzzing about whether LPL and LCK teams at MSI would recognize LCS and LEC players. The thread dives deep into player recognition and fun content possibilities.

Do you think LPL and LCK team in current MSI would be able to name/identify half the LCS and LEC players who have participated in the tournament?
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Summary

• Players like Impact, CoreJJ, Umti, and Caps may be recognizable to Asian teams
• LPL players struggled to identify Western players in past clips, showing potential gaps in player recognition
• Views vary on whether LPL and LCK teams are aware of LCS and LEC players

Different Perspectives

Pelagius_Hipbone mentions recognizable players Impact, CoreJJ, Umti, and Caps, but doubts on the broader awareness.

Unlikely-Smile2449 highlights previous struggles with identifying Western players, indicating potential gaps in player knowledge.

Contrasting Opinions

PhilosoKing presents clips of LPL players trying to recognize Western players, showcasing blind guesswork and potential challenges in player identification.

Linko_98 argues that LCS and LEC are considered minor regions to Asian teams, likening it to Western fans not recognizing lesser-known players from other regions.