The Dive | Driven by Kia - A League of Legends Esports Podcast

Welcome to The Dive Driven by Kia, a weekly podcast hosted by Kobe, Azael, and Meteos that takes a closer look at the world of League of Legends esports and the LCS. Every week, the gang will be diving into the biggest international news, meta shifts and solo queue trends, and in-depth analysis of the LCS.

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Thursday · 1 hr 41 min
Patch 26.15, League Classic Release, and LCS Underdogs | The Dive Driven by Kia
Welcome back to The Dive Driven by Kia! This week, Azael, Kobe and Meteos give their thoughts on League Classic, Patch 26.15 and Summer Week 1 Matches. This episode kicked off with a discussion on the most recent patch. While there was an entire dissertation of adjustments, we can thank RiotPhroxzon for his thorough summary (https://x.com/RiotPhroxzon/status/2082516264170447262). A key point: Locke, our newest champion, has had some changes (ahem, nerfs.) After, our hosts recapped the LCS matches from this past week. The FLY vs LYON series was an absolute bloodbath (despite Armao subbing in for Inspired), while DIG was able to take a game off of Sentinels and avoid a clean sweep. TL’s Quid showed us just why Locke needed those nerfs, and our hosts remain confused about Cloud9 Kia’s 7-man roster. Azael, Kobe, and Meteos leave us with one final question to ponder ahead of this week’s matches: what does “underdog” even mean?? Leave your best guesses in the comments below! Tickets to the Summer Finals in Georgia are going quickly, don’t miss your chance to the Championship LIVE! https://www.ticketmaster.com/lcs-summer-finals-twoday-bundle-duluth-georgia-10-03-2026/event/0E0064F0E6BF3CB6 Timestamps: 0:00 - League Classic 10:27 - RiotPhroxzon’s Patch Breakdown 26:10 - Patch 26.15 40:43 - Summer Finals Tickets are on sale now! 41:45 - FLY vs LYON Recap 54:38 - DIG vs SEN Recap 1:07:05 - TLAW vs C9 Recap 1:25:29 - SR vs DSG Recap 1:33:34 - Week 2 Predictions
July 23 · 1 hr 30 min
League Classic & Summer Split Power Rankings | The Dive Driven by Kia
Welcome back to the Dive Driven by Kia! In this episode, we talk League Classic, the upcoming TSM vs CLG Showmatch, and Summer Split Power Rankings with special guest Emily Rand! Kobe, Meteos and Emily kicked off with some nostalgia as they give their thoughts on League Classic and who they’re excited to see in the upcoming showmatch. Tickets for that are sold out already, but will be streamed right here on the LCS Youtube and Twitch channels. Next, we jumped into the Summer Split Power Rankings and did a deep dive into each team’s status going into the split. With LYON’s Inspired taking a break, will this upcoming match give FlyQuest the chance to make a move against them? Can Shopify Rebellion finally create a team of NA superstars? And who will make it to Worlds? Leave a comment below and let us know your thoughts and who you think will take the first victory of the split! Opening week tickets are still available for this Sunday, 07/26! Click the link below to claim your spot and we will see you there! http://lcs.tixr.com Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Welcome to Emily! 2:48 - NA Classic Showmatch 6:32 - Summer Split Power Rankings 9:06 - LYON & Inspired’s Break 16:50 - Team Liquid Alienware Deep Dive 28:56 - Cloud9 Kia Deep Dive 38:25 - FlyQuest Deep Dive 45:24 - LCS tickets for Sunday are still available! http://lcs.tixr.com 45:47 - Sentinels Deep Dive 54:54 - Shopify Rebellion Deep Dive 1:07:32 - Disguised Deep Dive 1:12:21 - Dignitas Deep Dive 1:16:40 - Opening Week Predictions!
July 12 · 46 min
MSI Finals Recap from Korea | The Dive Driven by Kia
The Dive Driven by Kia comes to you straight from Korea as Azael and Kobe break down the MSI Finals! The gaps between regions continue to shrink, with international series becoming more competitive, longer, and filled with players who can go toe-to-toe in lane. The Finals delivered a thrilling back-and-forth battle, and the hosts were still buzzing from the action. With an unexpected ending, this series quickly earned a spot among Azael’s all-time favorites. Turning the spotlight to LYON, the team has shown exceptional growth over the past few months. While they didn’t get the opportunity to go up against TOP Esports or T1 at MSI, that chance could come sooner rather than later. The Dive hosts are looking forward to watching LYON’s continued development as they fight to qualify for Worlds. The past few days have been an emotional, adrenaline-filled ride, and The Dive will return ahead of the LCS Summer Split! In the meantime, leave a comment below with predictions or questions for Azael, Kobe, and Meteos to discuss on the next episode! We can’t wait to be back home with our LCS teams. See you there! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro, MSI Finals: BLG vs HLE 7:06 - Drafting at MSI 10:45 - Road to Worlds 20:13 - LYON’s Growth 27:22 - LYON vs HLE 36:47 - LCS is so back! 40:06 - LYON vs G2
July 6 · 59 min
MSI Play-In & Bracket Breakdown | The Dive Driven by Kia
*Bracket Stage continues July 8th at 8PM PT with LYON vs TSW, followed by G2 vs T1. Reporting live from Korea! On this episode of The Dive Driven by Kia, Azael and Kobe break down everything happening at MSI and look ahead to the rest of the tournament. Our hosts note that, while Pyke may not be a frequent page in LYON’s playbook this split, each game in LYON’s series against BLG remained competitive. When matches come down to clutch moments, they make for some of the most exciting series to spectate. TLAW unfortunately bowed out of MSI, and while T1 definitely taught them some tough lessons, they were still able to put together a dominant series against KC. From there, our hosts shifted their focus to the performances of the other regions, with a particular attention given to Europe. International experience itself seems to be playing a major role this year, impacting teams from every region. Do those long, rigorous hours competing in front of global audiences against the world’s best truly prepare players for high-pressure moments like these? And can untested rookies make up for that lack of experience and still find success on the international stage? Looking ahead, only three matches have been decided thus far. First up is TSW vs. LYON, a matchup that could play into LYON’s preferred style (though Pun is looking especially dangerous in the top lane). Next comes G2 vs. T1, where the biggest questions are: Who will rise to the occasion? Which team will adapt its strategies to exploit the other’s weaknesses… if any can be found. Finally, HLE vs. BLG promises to be a fast-paced showdown unlike any other. According to Azael and Kobe, the deciding factor is simple: which talented roster performs better on the day. To wrap up this episode, our hosts revealed their ideal MSI matchup but tell us in the comments below: what matchup would you like to see before the tournament comes to a close? Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - LYON at MSI (so far) 8:40 - Pressure at The Top 15:02 - Play-In Recap (TLAW) 18:24 - Circling Back to LYON 21:59 - TOP Esports 26:29 - Europe’s MSI Showing 31:59 - TSW vs LYON Lookahead 40:32 - G2 vs T1 Lookahead 51:41 - HLE vs BLG Lookahead
June 25 · 1 hr 37 min
MSI Preview & Worlds Skins Reactions! | The Dive Driven by Kia
Welcome to the MSI Preview presented by The Dive Driven by Kia! If you’ve only been following the LCS so far this year, this episode provides all the background you need as our teams head to Korea and face off against the world’s top talent. The first game of MSI features TLAW vs T1. T1 has been a consistently dominant force but peak TLAW has pushed them to competitive series in the past. The question is whether TLAW can reach that level once again. Jose, in particular, has been a standout performer this split, but TLAW will need every player firing on all cylinders if they intend to defeat T1 and advance to the bracket stage. On that note, MSI main-stage brackets have yet to be released. In the meantime, our hosts analyse each region’s no.1 seed. These teams represent the very best their regions have to offer: the sharpest tools in the shed, the brightest bulb on the chandelier, the cream of the crop. The result? Consistently exciting, aggressive, fast-paced, and entertaining matchups between the elite teams. The road ahead will be difficult, but our hosts remain optimistic about LYON’s chances for success. Azael, Kobe, and Meteos also gave their opinions on the latest and greatest T1 Worlds Skins (and, to quote, “they go hard”). The striking team colors and rich history behind the designs make for detailed and eye-catching skins. Beyond their visual appeal, the skins feature additional sound effects that may just inspire you to play, and win, like T1! As impressive as these fresh skins are, we’re curious about your opinion: do you feel like skins are deviating too far from the original silhouettes of champions? Let us know in the comments below! Thanks for tuning in to this episode of The Dive Driven by Kia! We’ll be back on July 6th to break down all the action and excitement from the first week of MSI. Until then, enjoy the games, and we’ll see you there! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & T1 Worlds Skins Reactions 8:31 - MSI Play-Ins 10:55 - T1 Analysis 23:11 - TLAW vs T1 33:37 - KC vs DCG 47:51 - BLG Analysis 57:52 - TES Analysis 1:07:35 - HLE Analysis 1:15:07 - G2 Esports Analysis 1:22:19 - LYON Analysis 1:27:18 - TSW Analysis 1:32:44 - FURIA Analysis
June 18 · 1 hr 27 min
Locke, MSI Patch, and Spring Finals Recap with RiotPhroxzon! | The Dive Driven by Kia
RiotPhroxzon joins us for a special episode of The Dive Driven by Kia! He shares behind-the-scenes insight into the development of Locke, League’s newest champion, including the core goals that shaped the champion’s design and abilities. Our four hosts also debated whether the new mid-lane assassin is likely to make an impact in professional play or if he’ll be a solo queue menace. Looking ahead to MSI, the conversation turns to the upcoming patch and how its changes could influence the competitive meta. Fearless Draft remains a major topic of discussion, but the experimentation may be far from over (Freljord-only draft, anyone?). Azael, Kobe, and Meteos also break down the Arizona Spring Finals. C9 had a difficult series against TLAW, only for TLAW to suffer a similar fate against LYON the following day. While the hosts argue that pro-level games are often decided by team fights, what do you think are the key factors that separate the top teams from the rest? With the Spring Finals now complete, LYON advances directly to the MSI Bracket Stage, while TLAW heads to the Play-In Stage, where they’ll face T1 on the first day of matches. Be sure to join us next week on The Dive Driven by Kia as we take a closer look at MSI’s Play-In and Bracket Stages. Thanks for tuning in! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Locke w/ RiotPhroxzon 20:28 - MSI Patch 37:47 - Top Lane in Pro Play 44:51 - LCS Spring Finals Recap 47:16 - Cloud9 Kia Spring 2026 1:01:54 - Spring Grand Finals (TLAW vs LYON) 1:23:22 - MSI Play-In Lookahead
June 11 · 1 hr 35 min
The Spring Kia MVP Revealed! | The Dive Driven by Kia
This is it… the final Dive Driven by Kia episode before Spring Finals, and BOY is there a lot to unpack! First up: the highly anticipated Kia MVP reveal! Our hosts discuss the winner, the runners-up, and take a look at how the voting unfolded. What set the MVP apart from the rest of the players, and just how close was the race?If you’ve been keeping up with the latest champion announcement, then you’ve already heard about Locke, our favorite Ashen Exorcist. Meteos gave us a closer look at some of Locke’s abilities, but there’s even more to come! Next week, we’ll be joined by a member of Locke’s development team, who will provide deeper insight into his design and how he could impact both solo queue and professional play.Next, our hosts broke down Week 3 of Playoffs. The Fearless format continues to prove that success at the highest level requires more than just mechanical skills on the Rift. TLAW came in with a smart draft strategy, targeting Gryffinn’s top picks and forcing FlyQuest into some questionable compositions. Fans also got to see how the legacy C9 roster fared against a later season LYON squad. The LYON players might be apex predators, but is there something else shaking C9’s when the stakes are highest? And how will they show up when they face TLAW in Arizona?With Spring Finals just days away, now is the time to secure your seat at ASU’s Mullett Arena. Don’t miss your chance to witness the battle for North American dominance. Single-day and weekend tickets are still available, and be sure to check out the Spring Finals Fan Guide before heading to the event. Click the links below, and we’ll see you there! https://lolesports.com/en-US/news/fans-guide-to-the-lcs-spring-finalsTimestamps:0:00 - Intro1:04 - On Locke8:09 - Kia MVP Reveal 21:40 - FLY vs TLAW Recap 44:50 - C9 vs LYON Recap 1:14:12 - Finals Lookahead1:32:10 - Grand Finals Predictions
June 4 · 1 hr 40 min
Kia All-Pro Team Reveals! | The Dive Driven by Kia
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Kia All-Pro Teams are ready to be revealed! Azael, Kobe, and Meteos couldn’t be more hyped to announce them live on this episode of The Dive Driven by Kia! Our hosts also take a closer look at each role and break down the voting results— some major decisions came down to fan votes, giving one player the edge over another. Other major news: there’s only one more weekend before the roadshow at ASU’s Mullett Arena! Don’t forget to get your tickets! Single-day and two-day passes are still available, so don’t miss your chance to see LCS’s top 3 teams battle for the title and the opportunity to represent North America at MSI. https://mullettarena.com/event/legendschampionship/ Returning to our current season, these past two series flew by, but our experts still found plenty to discuss. From champion picks to team fights, they break down what worked, what didn’t, and why a favorable lane matchup doesn’t always translate into a winning team comp. The race to secure the third spot in Arizona is still on. Will the pressure get to LYON? Will APA decide to take his chances in /all chat? Can TLAW achieve the goals set for themselves, or will FlyQuest earn the opportunity to compete internationally? See the action in person as the Riot Games Arena in Los Angeles welcomes fans back for another weekend of high stakes competition. Tickets for Saturday and Sunday are going fast, and you don’t want to miss these riveting series. We’ll see you there! https://www.tixr.com/groups/lcs/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Arizona Tickets! 1:36 - Gryffinn’s Hype Comms 9:04 - Kia All-Pro Team Reveals 10:48 - Kia All-Pro Support Breakdown 18:52 - Kia All-Pro Bot Lane Breakdown 21:35 - Kia All-Pro Mid Lane Breakdown 27:44 - Kia All-Pro Jungle Breakdown 37:18 - Kia All-Pro Top Lane Breakdown 41:12 - FLY vs SEN Recap 55:24 - C9 vs LYON Recap 1:08:30 - Winners Semis + Lower Round 2 Lookahead!
May 28 · 1 hr 47 min
Patch 26.11, Coaching Staff of the Split, & LCS Playoffs! | The Dive Driven by Kia
You still have time to get your tickets to Spring Finals! https://mullettarena.com/event/legendschampionship/ Patch 26.11 is here, and Azael, Kobe, and Meteos have a LOT of opinions. On this episode of The Dive Driven by Kia, the crew kicks things off by discussing the most recent game-changing adjustments, namely enchanter nerfs and some long-overdue tweaks to under purchased items. They also dive into the Quinn buffs but, rest assured, Kobe isn’t worried about it (or so he says). On the LCS front, both series from Week 2 of Playoffs went the full five games, delivering plenty of gameplay for the gang to unpack. TLAW’s CoreJJ seemed determined to push Inspired’s buttons, forcing him to pivot through aggressive tactics. FlyQuest continues to show up with high energy and creative strategies, entertaining audiences and casters alike. C9, on the other hand, showed a masterclass in team coordination, highlighted by a game-winning Ashe play by Zven. Looking ahead, Week 3 begins with a competitive face-off between FlyQuest and Sentinels. We already know the SEN roster is stacked with talent, but will the fearless Bo5 format open the door for FlyQuest’s inventive drafting to steal the spotlight? We’ll find out this weekend! LCS is back on stage and tickets are available now— we hope to see you there! https://www.tixr.com/groups/lcs/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Ticket Callout 1:16 - 2026 Coaching Staff of the Split 5:29 - Patch 26.11 29:58 - FLY vs C9 Recap 53:48 - LYON vs TL Recap 1:24:51 - FLY vs SEN Lookahead 1:36:58 - TLAW vs SR Lookahead
May 21 · 1 hr 11 min
Ban Nasus Jungle | The Dive Driven by Kia
The regular season is over and Spring Playoffs are finally here! On this episode of The Dive Driven by Kia, Azael, Kobe, and Meteos open with a deeper discussion about LYON’s in-game comms. While it may seem toxic to some, there’s a level of understanding between the pros- friendship & flaming can go hand in hand when players aren’t afraid to step on eggshells while communicating. How do you prefer to express yourself with your teammates? Dhokla and Saint are still competing for LYON’s top lane spot, while FLY’s Gryffinn pulled out a Nasus jungle that hasn’t been seen in LCS pro play since 2013. Despite C9’s undefeated regular season, one of the rarer accomplishments in the LCS, the team is still trying to earn back fans’ trust after their performance at Americas Cup. Meanwhile, the top five teams all look dangerously competitive heading into playoffs, and even with Contractz bringing out his signature Olaf, SR still enters the bracket as the underdogs. After breaking down last week’s matches, our hosts lock in their Round 1 Playoff predictions. Can FLY’s champion pool find a way past the seemingly unconquerable C9? And in the highly anticipated rematch between TLAW and LYON, will revenge be on the table? Oh, and leave a comment for what Kobe should paint on Raz’s face on broadcast this Saturday. We’ll see you there! Single-day tickets for Spring Finals are available now! Experience two days of high-stakes LCS action live at Arizona State University’s Mullett Arena. Click the link below to secure your spot! https://lolesports.com/en-US/news/buy-lcs-spring-finals-2026-tickets-here Timestamps:0:00 Intro 3:17 LYON comms 6:31 LYON vs FLY Recap 19:39 DIG vs SEN Recap 27:18 C9 vs TLAW Recap 42:22 SR vs DIG Recap 49:20 Playoffs Predictions: C9 vs FLY 57:52 Playoffs Predictions: LYON vs TLAW 1:09:23 Kia MVP + All-Pro Voting Now Open!
May 14 · 1 hr 53 min
Jynxzi Tournament, LYON Comms, & Patch 26.10 | The Dive Driven by Kia
Get your single-day Spring Finals tickets here! https://www.ticketmaster.com/artist/1943936?venueId=205261&_gl=1*1j2xizo*_ga*MTU3NzQzODczOC4xNzc4NzI4MTcy*_ga_TEHJR60KD9*czE3Nzg3MjgxNzIkbzEkZzEkdDE3Nzg3MjgxNzIkajYwJGwwJGgxMTQyOTQyMDE3 To the new league players coming from Jynxzi’s tournament stream, hello! Welcome to The Dive Driven by Kia, hosted by none other than Azael, Kobe, and Meteos. This tournament illuminated the fact that there is so much to learn for newbies, while reminding veteran players of their love of the game— and how it can bring the gaming community together. With their years of League of Legends experience under their belts, our hosts gave tips and advice to those who are just starting their League journeys. And as promised by Kobe, here’s the “Press R, Marlon!” clip: https://youtube.com/shorts/mTwsUQJlaXg?si=0RnGFB1FdJeZaJJP During the weekly LCS recap, Kobe and Meteos broke down two key moments from the final game of an incredible series between TLAW and LYON. Those big clutch moments, the confidence to make the huge plays, and listening into the comms of game-changing moments… is that what it takes to be the most valuable player in the LCS? Regardless, this upcoming Saturday begins the last week of the regular season— the battle for first begins! Playoffs can’t come soon enough! Finally, this jam-packed episode concludes with an overview of Patch 26.10. What do you think about the change to minion aggro? If you’re looking for more LCS content after finishing this episode of The Dive Driven by Kia, check out the PROS episode our hosts referenced here: https://youtu.be/nFEFDCizlkA?si=EU3TwKNs5YMTfaMr Timestamps: 0:00 - Jynxzi Tournament 7:35 - Tips for New Players! 15:00 - DIG eXyu’s Interview 27:39 - Remaking Scrims & Lyon Comms 44:07 - SEN vs SR Recap 53:59 - DIG vs DSG Recap 1:01:34 - FLY vs C9 Recap 1:13:03 - TLAW vs LYON 1:26:40 - Week 7 Predictions 1:40:28 - Patch 26.10
May 7 · 1 hr 36 min
DIG’s Last Chance at Playoffs & LCS Roster Changes | The Dive Driven by Kia
Don’t miss out on watching Spring Finals LIVE at ASU’s Mullett Arena! https://www.ticketmaster.com/lcs-spring-finals-twoday-bundle-tempe-arizona-06-13-2026/event/1900648DDD868888 On this episode of The Dive Driven by Kia, LCS roster changes are the opening subject- and for good reason! Srtty may or may not be a permanent addition for DSG, though we all know where Castle is headed. LYON’s top lane spot is up for grabs and, as our hosts said, part of being a pro is being replaced. While there are competing feelings in the excitement for Castle and recognition of Dhokla’s battle, one question remains: Who will be this year’s Kia MVP and claim a spot on Kia’s All-Pro team? Azael, Kobe, and Meteos then recapped Spring Week 5, breaking down an impeccable Nexus fight that almost took a series to three games. Looking ahead, we’re moving into the last two weeks of the regular season. High pressure matches are ahead… who will make it to playoffs? This week is DIG’s last chance to go to Arizona, so they better bring their A-game! Fans are also getting a rematch between C9 Blaber and FLY Gryffinn- time to see who is really king of the jungle. Our hosts gave their predictions, but leave a comment letting us know whether or not you agree- we’re always curious to hear the thoughts of The Dive listeners! We’ll see you Saturday! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro + Roster Changes 16:28 - Kia All-Pro and Kia MVP 29:37 - Get your Spring Finals tickets! 31:40 - DIG vs C9 Recap 40:53 - DSG vs TLAW Recap 47:52 - LYON vs SEN Recap 1:02:02 - SR vs FLY Recap 1:12:51 - Week 6 Lookahead
April 30 · 1 hr 49 min
Off-Meta Bans, Jynxzi's Climb & Patch 26.9 | The Dive Driven by Kia
Don’t miss out on watching Spring Finals LIVE at ASU’s Mullett Arena! https://www.ticketmaster.com/lcs-spring-finals-twoday-bundle-tempe-arizona-06-13-2026/event/1900648DDD868888 On this episode of The Dive Driven by Kia, MarkZ joins Azael, Kobe, and Meteos for a Roadshow discussion. The crew delves into the recent decisions made at the Riot Games Arena in Los Angeles, all made with a larger goal in mind: to bring you, the fans, the best LCS experience we can! Our hosts then tackled the controversial “Off-Meta Banning,” breaking down the balance between creative champion picks and the pressure to stick to proven, win-rate-driven strategies. Another hot topic: Jynxzi’s first attempt at League of Legends under the guidance of content creator Tyler1. And, of course, Patch 26.9! With the start of a season, this update brought more freedom to role quests, impactful champion changes across ranked and pro play, and rune adjustments. Last but never least, episode 13 wraps up with a recap of Spring Week 4 and the hosts’ predictions on this next week of intense LCS matchups. Got thoughts or questions? Leave a comment below! We’re always looking for more fan input & MarkZ might even return to answer a few…! Timestamps:0:00 - Intro0:59 - Fan-less Arena & Roadshows with MarkZ14:48 - Off-Meta Banning33:11 - Jynxzi and Tyler142:20 - Patch 26.91:09:07 - DIG vs FLY Recap1:18:32 - SR vs C9 Recap1:23:16 - LYON vs DSG Recap1:31:50 - TLAW vs SEN Recap1:40:37 - Week 5 Predictions!
April 23 · 1 hr 30 min
The Art of Tanking, Rank Reset, and LCS Spring Week 3 Recap! | The Dive Driven by Kia
Welcome back to The Dive Driven by Kia! To begin, Meteos gives listeners a behind-the-scenes peek inside the QA team and the play testing they’ve done on the announced Season 2 changes. Alternate builds, more versatility and creativity, item adjustments- looks like we’re gearing up for an exciting next step in Demacia! Next up: one of the hottest topics for high ELO-players: rank and MMR reset. With every reset comes the age-old debate… shorter queue times or perfect matchmaking? You can’t have both, so which would you choose? Our hosts also recapped LCS Spring Week 3, where C9 and TLAW have solidified themselves as undefeated leaders. Sentinels, on the other hand, picked up their first win. Could this be the momentum they need to push toward playoffs? Teams like DSG, DIG, and FLY still have more to show, this stage is far from over! After breaking down last week’s matches, Azael, Kobe, and Meteos shared their predictions heading into Week 4. DON’T FORGET! LCS Spring Finals tickets are on sale for all viewers! Claim your spot at ASU’s Mullett Arena to see which team will lift the trophy- we’ll see you there! https://lolesports.com/en-US/news/lcs-spring-finals-heads-to-asu-at-mullett-arena Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Kobe’s lucky number 1:50 - Meteos’ Season 2 Thoughts! 17:30 - Rank Reset for Apex Players 27:46 - Short Queue Times or Perfect Matchmaking? 32:42 - Spring Finals Tickets are Live! 33:44 - C9 vs DSG Recap 48:33 - FLY vs SEN Recap 59:44 - SR vs LYON Recap 1:08:36 - TLAW vs DIG Recap 1:16:05 - Week 4 Lookahead!
April 16 · 1 hr 20 min
Patch 26.8, Dev Update, & LCS Spring Week 2 with Raz! | The Dive Driven by Kia
Do YOU think a modern Masters player could go back to earlier League of Legends seasons and make rank 1? This episode of The Dive Driven by Kia kicks off with that exact debate (and yes, Kobe is VERY confident he could do it). We’re also joined by special guest Raz, who brings fresh insights and opinions on Patch 26.8 and the latest dev updates- including Tahm Kench’s “adjustments” and the addition of WASD controls in ranked. Turning to the Spring Split, our hosts break down Week 2’s matches and look ahead to Week 3, posing a striking question: are we training our rookies to play TOO safe? Raz shared stories of his travel show experiences and the indescribable feeling of being in an arena packed with passionate League of Legends fans so… DON’T FORGET! LCS Spring Finals tickets go on sale on FRIDAY (4/17, for Mastercard holders only) and SATURDAY (4/18, for general sale). Claim your spot at ASU’s Mullett Arena to see which team earns the chance to represent LCS at MSI! https://lolesports.com/en-US/news/lcs-spring-finals-heads-to-asu-at-mullett-arena To wrap up this episode, our hosts answered a different question from our YouTube comments- shoutout to @MrDukejt for submitting! Keep them coming, we love hearing from you! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:52 - Reddit Mind Benders 12:39 - Dev Update + Patch 26.8 30:23 - Spring Finals Tickets 33:59 - DSG vs C9 Lookahead 46:25 - SEN vs FLY Lookahead 56:02 - LYON vs SR Lookahead 1:05:09 - DIG vs TLAW Lookahead 1:12:02 - Thoughts on Week 3/Current Top Teams 1:16:02 - Fan Question!
April 9 · 1 hr 28 min
C9's Road to Redemption & Fan Questions! | The Dive Driven by Kia
On today’s episode of The Dive Driven by Kia, we kick things off with fan questions! Diving into intriguing topics like which role feels the most different in pro play, Meteos’ take on a Lissandra jungle angle, how Fearless functions best on stage, and the big question everyone has been thinking: is C9 back? From there, the crew breaks down Week 1 of the Spring Split, beginning with the Lock-In Finals rematch! Could C9’s win signify the start of their comeback, or was LYON just having an off day? Azael, Kobe, and Meteos share their takes and what it could mean moving forward. After addressing some of the biggest blunders of Week 1 across the region, our hosts wrap things up with their predictions for Week 2 and their hopes for the rest of the split (more post-match Castle interviews, please!) Got any questions for the show? We’ll be picking more conversation starters to feature in upcoming episodes, so post them in the comments! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:20 - DiamondProx on the Pro Lifestyle 8:03 - Fan Question Segment 34:52 - C9 vs LYON Recap 42:32 - Discussing TLAW 47:24 - Discussing FLY 54:36 - DIG vs SR Recap 1:03:49 - DIG vs LYON Lookahead 1:08:01 - Discussing DSG 1:20:09 - Discussing SEN
April 2 · 1 hr 14 min
Patch 26.7, Farming Supports & LCS Spring Preview! | The Dive Driven by Kia
It’s no April Fools’ joke, The Dive driven by Kia is back! First, we look back at LYON and G2’s performances at First Stand. Next, Patch 26.7 is here and we’ve got everything you need to know, whether you’re playing on the LCS stage or playing against Scrub Daddy 400 in solo queue (Looking at you, Jojopyun). Farming supports are back. Kobe is no longer banning Graves. Cassiopeia has found her footing, or she would if she had any. We’ve also got updated LCS Power Rankings and a preview of opening weekend, starting with a Finals rematch between C9 and LYON. LCS Spring Split starts this weekend and tickets are available now! Come see the games live at the Riot Games Arena in Los Angeles including a pre-game April Fools’ tailgate: https://www.tixr.com/groups/lcs/ Grab your April Fools merch here: https://merch.riotgames.com/en-us/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro + LYON at First Stand 11:57 - G2’s Finals run at First Stand 17:43 - Jojopyun on solo queue vs VOD review 27:04 - Patch 26.7, April Fools’ merch, Farming support changes 38:37 - Get your tickets for LCS Opening Weekend! 39:26 - LCS Spring Split Power Rankings 59:14 - LYON vs C9 1:01:09 - SEN vs DSG 1:06:37 - TL vs FLY 1:10:14 - DIG vs SR
March 12 · 1 hr 11 min
LYON's Fight & NA's Chance to Bounce Back at First Stand | The Dive Driven by Kia
On this episode of The Dive Driven by Kia we’re graced with a special guest; Commissioner MarkZ stopped by to chat about Spring Split details and help our hosts find the silver lining after Americas Cup. While NA teams didn’t have their best showing, there were important learnings and stress tests leading up to First Stand and MSI. There’s always a rebound angle, right? And speaking of First Stand, the tournament kicks off next week! We’re looking to our leading Lyons to bring us to victory, though there’s definitely some TOUGH competition ahead of us from the other regions (looking at you, GenG!) Get ready for 6 straight days of double best-of-5s- more League of Legends than you could even dream of! Finally, though there will be no new episodes of The Dive until April… you CAN keep up with our hosts as they may or may not taking over the @LCSOfficial socials to bring you content straight from Brazil during First Stand! We’ll see you there. Timestamps: 0:00 - INTRO & Welcome to Mark! 1:06 - Americas Cup Review 10:01 - Americas Cup Takeaways 19:53 - Spring Split Primer 23:38 - First Stand Preview 25:06 - Lyon vs Loud 35:48 - GenG vs JDG 43:48 - BNK vs BLG 56:44 - G2 vs TSW 1:09:27 - Life Updates!
March 2 · 57 min
Patch 26.5, Lock-In Finals Recap & Americas Cup Preview! | The Dive Driven by Kia
This week’s episode of The Dive Driven by Kia begins with a lengthy conversation about the play-off finals: Lyon vs Cloud9 Kia. After battling through three separate Bo5s this weekend, Lyon caused quite the upset in our hosts’ week one power rankings. Two teams have punched their tickets to the Americas Cup, while one powerhouse team is headed to First Stand… but it may not be who we originally thought! Plus, the players will be working with the newest release: Patch 26.5. With plenty of item buffs, Kobe is looking forward to more flexibility in builds for a wide range of characters. There's also midlane nerfs, could it be enough to shake up the pro scene? Finally, our hosts noted how many amazing fans of The Dive they were able to meet this past weekend! Seeing the energy and support at the live events means the world to both the casters and players. Thanks for coming by! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Cloud9 vs LYON Finals Review 19:07 - Closer Look at LYON Saint 25:06 - Revisiting Power Rankings 28:06 - Americas Cup Lookahead 33:22 - Scrims vs Stage 39:35 - Patch 26.5
February 26 · 1 hr 27 min
LCS LOCK-IN FINALS PREDICTIONS AND FAN Q+A! | The Dive Driven by Kia
This week’s episode of The Dive Driven by Kia kicks off with the latest LCS news: our hosts recapped this past week of swift matches, each winning team dominating and showing the world what NA could be. C9 Zven continues to stack several massive leads- gold leads, that is. Meanwhile, Inspired shared his true thoughts about FlyQuest’s jungler during a post-match interview following the sweep, prompting a reaction tweet from Gryffinn. To wrap things up, audiences from every platform submitted questions for our first FAN Q+A segment of the year. Thank you to everyone that sent one in! Don’t forget: new merch is live! Check the link below for the latest wearables and plushes. LCS returns on Friday, February 27th at 1pm (PT) for Team Liquid Alienware vs LYON live from the Riot Games Arena in Los Angeles. Come see the pros play in person, tickets are on sale now! Get your tickets here: https://www.tixr.com/groups/lcs/ Merch: https://merch.riotgames.com/collection/league-s26-kickoff/?utm_source=thedive&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=lols26kickoff Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:26 - Inspired via Sheep Esports 9:38 - LYON vs FLY Recap 32:12 - TLAW vs DSG Recap 47:36 - LYON vs TLAW Predictions 51:20 - SEN vs C9 Recap 1:03:07 - New Merch Just Dropped 1:04:00 - Fan Q+A!

The Dive | Driven by Kia - A League of Legends Esports Podcast

Patch 26.15, League Classic Release, and LCS Underdogs | The Dive Driven by Kia

League Classic & Summer Split Power Rankings | The Dive Driven by Kia

MSI Finals Recap from Korea | The Dive Driven by Kia

MSI Play-In & Bracket Breakdown | The Dive Driven by Kia

MSI Preview & Worlds Skins Reactions! | The Dive Driven by Kia

Locke, MSI Patch, and Spring Finals Recap with RiotPhroxzon! | The Dive Driven by Kia

The Spring Kia MVP Revealed! | The Dive Driven by Kia

Kia All-Pro Team Reveals! | The Dive Driven by Kia

Patch 26.11, Coaching Staff of the Split, & LCS Playoffs! | The Dive Driven by Kia

Ban Nasus Jungle | The Dive Driven by Kia

Jynxzi Tournament, LYON Comms, & Patch 26.10 | The Dive Driven by Kia

DIG’s Last Chance at Playoffs & LCS Roster Changes | The Dive Driven by Kia

Off-Meta Bans, Jynxzi's Climb & Patch 26.9 | The Dive Driven by Kia

The Art of Tanking, Rank Reset, and LCS Spring Week 3 Recap! | The Dive Driven by Kia

Patch 26.8, Dev Update, & LCS Spring Week 2 with Raz! | The Dive Driven by Kia

C9's Road to Redemption & Fan Questions! | The Dive Driven by Kia

Patch 26.7, Farming Supports & LCS Spring Preview! | The Dive Driven by Kia

LYON's Fight & NA's Chance to Bounce Back at First Stand | The Dive Driven by Kia

Patch 26.5, Lock-In Finals Recap & Americas Cup Preview! | The Dive Driven by Kia

LCS LOCK-IN FINALS PREDICTIONS AND FAN Q+A! | The Dive Driven by Kia