Introduction: The S16 season is about to begin, and most players have been closely following the recent competitions. The first stage of the LPL is about to kick off, with the opening match sparking widespread discussion among fans. The clash between IG and WBG has generated huge excitement, with tickets selling out almost instantly, leaving virtually no empty seats. The official starting lineups have been revealed, and unsurprisingly, both teams are fielding their full-strength rosters. IG's graphic designers have once again delivered outstanding work, crafting a stunning opening poster that even adds three new skills for Hextech Mayhem. Extreme Tiger's live chat, one-click protection, peak performance. In contrast, WBG's poster feels somewhat lackluster.

IG's graphic design shines on the opening match poster

Most players are quite familiar with the IG team. As the first champion team of the LPL region, IG has seen frequent roster changes over the past few years. Last season, they assembled an all-star lineup that qualified for the World Championship but ended up as the first team in history to finish in 17th place. This season, due to the top laner Theshy taking a break, IG made significant roster adjustments, retaining only mid laner Rookie and jungler Wei, while the other three positions were filled by newcomers. However, their performance at the pre-season Demacia Cup was very stable, and thanks to excellent group arrangements and strong matchups, they clinched the championship.

The organizers clearly understand the hype, scheduling the IG vs. WBG match on the first day. The opening showdown has generated considerable buzz. Moreover, the mid laners of these two teams are longtime rivals. WBG is fielding a top-tier all-Chinese roster this season. Before the match, fans paid close attention to the posters, with IG's graphic team once again impressing. As leaders in design, IG's poster stands out by incorporating both teams and even creating three new talents for Hextech Mayhem, showing very innovative ideas.

Extreme Tiger's live chat: When activated, it fires a barrage rocket that deals true damage based on a percentage of the target's maximum health and grants flight distance. One-click protection: Upon taking damage, it triggers a spell shield that reduces health to 35% and grants a powerful energy decay shield. Peak performance: Grants the summoner skill "Extreme Step," allowing a blink over a distance, dealing magic damage in an area, then returning to the original position. WBG's poster is relatively simple, featuring a cat-and-dog game with little innovation. Many netizens joked that WBG's graphic team was too lazy, effectively losing the match before it even started.

On the first day, all four teams mostly deployed their main rosters. TES chose not to field AD carry AShu, which was known before the match. His injury issues remain serious, and if TES's results drop significantly, AShu might return. TES's captain is now 369. The most anticipated team is probably JDG. Previously, Tabe expressed his goal to lead this young squad to the top. The Demacia Cup was just practice; the first official stage is the real focus. Can he achieve his previous goals? If they perform poorly, it would truly be a letdown for Gala.

Farewell thoughts

As expected from a top-tier team's graphic department, IG's staff consistently deliver high-quality work. Every poster is meticulously designed, unlike some teams that just slap together simple cutouts. It seems the LPL's popularity is declining sharply, with decreasing attention on matches. Star players are crucial to the league’s vitality. It remains uncertain if Theshy will appear again in the third stage.

What do all of you viewers think about this matter?