Introduction: The S16 season is underway, and the majority of players have been paying attention to the recent clashes. The LCK region's matches have been fierce. Following the conclusion of the Super Week, some key LCK statistics have been released, especially the solo kill rankings. The results surprised fans greatly: topping the list is T1's top laner Doran, while at the very bottom is HLE's double World Championship-winning top laner Zeus. These two players present a stark contrast. Before their team changes, their situations seemed quite similar, but after joining T1, Doran has firmly established himself as one of LCK's elite pros.

LCK First Split Solo Kill Rankings Released

Most players remain highly focused on the LCK region, especially on T1, the premier professional team in LCK. They boast numerous honors, including six World Championship titles and three consecutive championships in the last three years, with no team able to withstand their pressure. Whenever the World Championship arrives, it's as if the players are replaced — the entire team's performance elevates dramatically. Last season, they fought all the way from the play-in stage to the finals, showing no mercy to LPL teams and repeatedly eliminating them, widening the gap between the two major regions. Their pace remains steady as the new season begins.

Before Super Week, there was much discussion about the LCK format. Given the situation, T1 was likely to start from the play-in stage with a 5-0 record. Fortunately, KT showed great sportsmanship by losing, so T1 had no worries. After HLE was eliminated, the latest solo kill rankings for the first LCK split were revealed. Fans were surprised that T1's top laner Doran claimed first place for solo kills. In just one year, T1 has developed him into a world-class top laner who even won the World Championship with his teammates. This really showcases T1's star-making ability, explaining why people keep asking, "Who still has a dream?"

After several matches, Doran achieved eight solo kills, with a significant gold lead in the first 15 minutes. Close behind was Gen.G's top laner Kiin with seven solo kills. Scrolling down the list, the last place was held by HLE's top laner Zeus, who only secured one solo kill this season, ranking last among top laners. Of course, he is not the absolute last among all LCK pros—many have zero solo kills. Nonetheless, the transformation between these two players in just one year is remarkable, almost like a complete role reversal, a cosmic cycle.

Many players joke about the pre-season agreements made by HLE. Zeus's goal is now invalid; he aimed to win the first split or the VCS championship. Kanavi aimed for an LCK title, Zeka for a Worlds championship, Little Rumble for MSI, and Delight also for Worlds. Judging by current performances, HLE’s goals seem out of reach. Honestly, I think coach Redmi’s drafts were decent, but the problem lies in player coordination. Each has their own ideas, causing a lack of unity and many mistakes on stage.

Farewell Thoughts

Who would have imagined that in just one year, the status of these two top laners would be completely overturned? Before joining T1, Doran was considered LPL's most loyal rival, often struggling against LPL teams and helping us win. But after a year with T1, he became the solo kill king on the stage. This growth isn’t just about the player—it might really be the magic of T1. Let’s shout together once more, "Who still has a dream?"

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