This article is purely for fun and not to be taken seriously. It imagines various esports teams as characters from the Dragon Ball series. Let’s dive into this entertaining comparison!
Fnatic is Goku
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Fnatic, the heroes of our story, were once villains, but in season 2, they turned over a new leaf and fought for the greater good. They have evolved and now seek greater challenges after absorbing the skills of their former enemies.
Team SoloMid is Vegeta
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Team SoloMid, known for their talent and arrogance, strive to be the best in the west. However, they often struggle to keep up with their rivals and resort to desperate measures, like absorbing the power of Korean teams, to secure victories.
Origen is Broly
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Origen, a European team, relies on their aggressive and chaotic playstyle. They prioritize brute force over tactics, which makes them similar to the character Broly: strong but lacking strategic thinking.
H2k-Gaming is Piccolo
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Known as “The Nameless Team,” H2k-Gaming rebuilt their roster and became stronger. They are fighting to protect the good and defeat evil, with their support player, KaSing, making impactful plays.
SK Telecom T1 is Majin Buu
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SK Telecom T1, formerly seen as villains, have become the dominant force in League of Legends. They have defeated numerous challengers, including the rising Chinese teams, but face a formidable new evil.
Now, SK Telecom T1 might be our only hope to stop the Chinese overlords. They have the desire to dominate and won’t let anything stand in their way. They must restore balance to the competitive scene.
Edward Gaming is Perfect Cell
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Edward Gaming, known for their flawless play, is the epitome of perfection. They absorbed the power of Korean teams and now dominate their competition with confidence. However, their cockiness may lead to their downfall.
LGD Gaming is Frieza
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LGD Gaming, characterized by their early struggles and surprising comebacks, are similar to the character Frieza. They may stumble along the way but always rise to the occasion at important moments.
Qiao Gu is Mr. Popo
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Qiao Gu’s playstyle is unpredictable, similar to the character Mr. Popo. They may confuse their opponents with unique strategies. Though they may seem carefree, they possess immense power.
Counter Logic Gaming is Mercenary Tao
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Counter Logic Gaming, once celebrated, has fallen behind their rivals. They have made efforts to regain their former glory by incorporating Korean players into their roster, hoping to create a new superpower.
Enemy / NME is Hercule Satan
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Enemy, much like Hercule Satan, may not have great relevance on the world stage, but they have a heroic spirit. They defy the odds and continue to make their mark.
Riot Games is the Supreme Kai
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Riot Games, the creators of League of Legends, strive to be heroes and fight for good. They play a behind-the-scenes role in shaping the game but lack the power to directly intervene. They rely on the strength of the game’s champions.
Faker is Beerus, God of Destruction
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Faker, once a villain, now holds immense power in the League of Legends universe. He determines the fate of teams and sometimes shows mercy to maintain balance. Other characters fear his skill and dominance.
Cloud9 is Gohan
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Cloud9, once a formidable force, has seen better days. They have lost their strength and influence as time goes on.
Unicorns of Love (UoL) is Krillin
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Unicorns of Love (UoL) often surprise us with their unconventional strategies. They may appear unorthodox but believe in the power of love to overcome evil.
ahq e-Sports Club is Future Trunks
ahq e-Sports Club emerged from Taiwan, much like Future Trunks from the future. They saved the day by defeating LGD, but their subsequent performances fell short.
Team Dignitas is Yamcha
Team Dignitas, once a force to be reckoned with, now plays a lesser role in the competitive scene, similar to Yamcha’s decline in the Dragon Ball series.
Credit to Riot Games and Akira Toriyama, all images belong to their respective owners.
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