Next week, all eyes in the League of Legends community will be on Seoul as five winter champions clash in the thrilling First Stand 2025. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into all the essential details of this eagerly anticipated event.
Table of Contents
- Who is playing in First Stand 2025?
- What is the format of First Stand 2025?
- Why is First Stand 2025 important?
- What is the First Stand 2025 schedule?
- Where to watch First Stand 2025?
Who is playing in First Stand 2025?
The champions hail from the five major regions and include:
- CTBC Flying Oyster (LCP)
- Hanwha Life Esports (LCK)
- Karmine Corp (LEC)
- Team Liquid (LTA)
- Top Esports (LPL)
Riot Games has set up an enticing prize pool of $1 million, distributed fairly among the teams. The victor will claim 30% of the total, while even the last-place team will secure $130,000.
What is the format of First Stand 2025?
The competition kicks off with a round-robin stage where each team competes in a Best of 3 (Bo3) match against every other team. The team with the worst record will be eliminated, leaving the remaining four to battle it out in a single-elimination playoff, where matches are played to the first team to win 3 games.
The tournament employs the Fearless Draft system, meaning once a champion is selected in a series, it cannot be picked again. This format has stirred discussions within the community. While fans appreciate the diversity in champion selections, players sometimes struggle to perform at their peak without their signature champions. Yet, as the inaugural international tournament of the season, it's an excellent opportunity for strategic experimentation.
Why is First Stand 2025 important?
Although it may appear as a casual warm-up, First Stand 2025 carries significant weight. A robust showing here could be the catalyst for success at the World Championships. The tournament's winner will secure their region's second seed an automatic slot in the group stage at the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI). Moreover, the top two regions at MSI will earn an additional slot for the Worlds, making First Stand a pivotal event for regional dominance. Teams are not just fighting for personal glory and Riot's prize money but also for their region's future in the international scene.
What is the First Stand 2025 schedule?
The event spans several days, with two matches scheduled each day except for the final day (all times in CET):
- March 10
- 9:00 — TL vs. KC
- 12:00 — HLE vs. TES
- March 11
- 9:00 — CFO vs. KC
- 12:00 — TL vs. TES
- March 12
- 9:00 — CFO vs. HLE
- 12:00 — KC vs. TES
- March 13
- 9:00 — TL vs. CFO
- 12:00 — HLE vs. KC
- March 14
- 9:00 — CFO vs. TES
- 12:00 — HLE vs. TL
- March 15
- 9:00 — Semifinal 1
- 12:00 — Semifinal 2
- March 16
- 9:00 — Grand Final
Where to watch First Stand 2025?
Riot Games offers numerous viewing options for First Stand 2025, including a variety of co-streamers. Head over to lolesports.com to select your preferred and most comfortable viewing experience.
