TFT Stars Collide: Riot’s Influencer Showdown Hits The Hyundai Seoul
Riot Games Brings TFT Influencer Showdown to a Department Store!
ELI5 Note: Think of this like a big celebrity game night, but instead of board games, they’re playing a popular strategy video game inside a fancy mall!
What’s Happening?
Riot Games (the company behind League of Legends) is hosting a special Teamfight Tactics (TFT) tournament featuring eight famous Korean influencers. The event is called the "TFT Chzzk Influencer Match" and it’s part of a bigger festival called "TFT Wild Fan Fest in The Hyundai Seoul."
Why is this special?
They’re playing the brand-new TFT Set 18: "Mystic Forest" before anyone else gets to try it!
When and Where?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, August 15 |
| Time | 2:00 PM (KST) |
| Location | Sounds Forest, 5th Floor, The Hyundai Seoul (Yeouido) |
| Event | Part of "TFT Wild Fan Fest" |
Fun Fact: The Hyundai Seoul is one of Korea’s biggest and fanciest department stores. They’re turning the 5th floor into a gaming arena!
Who’s Playing? Meet the 8 Competitors!
The lineup mixes streamers, former pro players, and even a model!
Streamers & Content Creators
- Kkolrangi – Popular variety streamer
- Park Hong-si – Known for entertaining gameplay
- Youngdu – TFT specialist streamer
- Spirit King – Strategy game expert
Former League of Legends Pros
- ‘Ambition’ Kang Chan-yong – 2017 World Champion!
- ‘BeryL’ Jo Geon-hee – Multiple World Championship winner
- ‘InSec’ Choi In-seok – Legendary jungler, famous for "InSec kick"
Special Guest
- Jung Hyuk – Famous Korean model
ELI5: Imagine putting pro athletes, Twitch streamers, and a fashion model all at one table playing the same game!
What Game Are They Playing?
Teamfight Tactics (TFT) is Riot’s auto-battler strategy game. Think of it like chess meets poker:
- You buy "units" (characters) with gold
- Place them on a board
- They fight automatically against other players
- Last person standing wins!
Set 18: "Mystic Forest" is the newest "season" with:
- New units, traits, and mechanics
- Little Legends – cute avatar pets (core to this set!)
- Fresh strategies to discover
How Can You Watch?
You have multiple ways to tune in:
Official Broadcast
- Platform: Chzzk (Naver’s streaming platform)
- Channel: Official Chzzk Game Channel
Individual Streamer Channels
- Watch from any of the 8 participants’ personal Chzzk channels
- Each streamer adds their own commentary & reactions!
Co-Streaming Allowed!
- Any Chzzk streamer can re-broadcast the match on their own channel
- Find your favorite streamer watching along!
Pro Tip: Watching different perspectives lets you see how each player thinks!
Fun Events & Prizes for Viewers!
Audience Mission Voting
How it works:
- Each match reveals Mission Cards featuring Little Legends
- YOU vote on which mission the 8 players must attempt
- Voters for the winning mission enter a raffle
Raffle Prizes Include:
- TFT Statues (collectible figures)
- ‘TFT Pengu Featherknight Spatula Plush’ (super cute stuffed toy!)
- Various other goodies
In-Game Rewards Just for Watching!
Watch for 30+ minutes and get FREE Little Legends:
| Watch Here | Get This Reward |
|---|---|
| Official Riot Games Korea Chzzk Channel | Puppy Dragon Little Legend |
| Any Participant’s Personal Channel | Raptor Little Legend |
ELI5: Little Legends are your cute little avatar pets that dance around on the game board. Everyone wants the rare ones!
IMPORTANT: Tickets Sold Out in 3 SECONDS!
CALLOUT: ON-SITE ATTENDANCE IS CLOSED
- Pre-registration opened August 11
- Sold out in ~3 seconds
- Only pre-registered people can attend in person
- Fan meeting follows the match (for attendees only)
Don’t worry! You can still watch everything online and get all the viewing rewards!
Summary
| What | TFT Chzzk Influencer Match |
|---|---|
| When | Aug 15, 2:00 PM KST |
| Where | The Hyundai Seoul (5F) + Online on Chzzk |
| Who | 8 influencers (streamers, ex-pros, model) |
| Game | TFT Set 18: Mystic Forest (NEW!) |
| Watch | Official Chzzk channel OR any player’s channel |
| Rewards | Free Little Legends for 30-min watch |
| Events | Vote on missions, win physical prizes |
| In-person | SOLD OUT (3 seconds!) |
FAQ
1. What is Chzzk?
Chzzk is Naver’s live streaming platform (like Twitch or YouTube Gaming), popular in Korea. You can watch for free with a Naver account.
2. Do I need to play TFT to enjoy this?
Not at all! The streamers make it entertaining with reactions, jokes, and explanations. It’s like watching a fun board game night with celebrities.
3. Can I get BOTH Little Legends (Puppy Dragon AND Raptor)?
Yes! Watch the official channel for 30 mins → get Puppy Dragon. Switch to a streamer’s channel for another 30 mins → get Raptor. (They’re different rewards from different channels.)
4. What if I miss the live broadcast?
Check the official TFT website and social media for VODs (replays) and highlights. But you must watch live to get the viewing rewards!
5. When does Set 18: Mystic Forest release for everyone?
The article doesn’t specify the exact public release date, but this event is ahead of the launch. Keep an eye on official TFT channels for the global release announcement!
Final Thought: Whether you’re a hardcore TFT player or just curious about the hype, this is a perfect chance to see the new set in action with entertaining personalities. Grab some snacks, pick a stream to watch, and maybe win a cute Little Legend!
Source: Riot Games / Inven Global (translated from Korean)