Next week, all eyes in the League of Legends community will be on Seoul, South Korea, as the champions from five major regions gather to compete in the highly anticipated First Stand 2025. This article will delve into all the essential details about the event, ensuring you're fully prepared to enjoy the action.

Table of Contents

• Who is playing in First Stand 2025?
• What is the format of First Stand 2025?
• Why is First Stand 2025 important?
• What is the First Stand 2025 schedule?
• Where to watch First Stand 2025?

Who is playing in First Stand 2025?

The champions representing the five major regions at First Stand 2025 are:

• CTBC Flying Oyster (LCP)
• Hanwha Life Esports (LCK)
• Karmine Corp (LEC)
• Team Liquid (LTA)
• Top Esports (LPL)

Riot Games has generously set up a $1 million prize pool for the event, with a balanced distribution: the champion team will claim 30% of the total, while even the last-place team will secure $130,000.

What is the format of First Stand 2025?

The tournament kicks off with a round-robin stage, where each team will face off in a best-of-three (Bo3) series against every other team. The team with the lowest record will be eliminated, and the remaining four teams will advance to a single-elimination playoff, competing in first-to-three matches.

A notable aspect of First Stand 2025 is the use of the Fearless Draft system, where once a champion is picked in a series, it cannot be used again. This rule has stirred discussions among fans and players alike. While it promotes variety and experimentation, it can also prevent players from showcasing their skills on their signature champions. However, as the first international event of the season, it's an ideal setting for teams to experiment and adapt.

Why is First Stand 2025 important?

Though First Stand 2025 might appear as a mere warm-up tournament, its implications are significant. It's akin to a butterfly effect, where a strong performance here can pave the way for success at the World Championship later in the year.

The winner of First Stand 2025 will secure their region’s second seed an automatic slot in the group stage of the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI). Moreover, the two best-performing regions at MSI will earn an additional slot for the World Championship, making this event crucial for regional representation. Teams are not just competing for personal glory and the prize money but also for the future of their entire region.

What is the First Stand 2025 schedule?

The tournament will feature two matches per day (all times in CET), except for the final day:

• March 10
  • 9:00 — TL vs. KC
  • 12:00 — HLE vs. TES
• March 11
  • 9:00 — CFO vs. KC
  • 12:00 — TL vs. TES
• March 12
  • 9:00 — CFO vs. HLE
  • 12:00 — KC vs. TES
• March 13
  • 9:00 — TL vs. CFO
  • 12:00 — HLE vs. KC
• March 14
  • 9:00 — CFO vs. TES
  • 12:00 — HLE vs. TL
• March 15
  • 9:00 — Semifinal 1
  • 12:00 — Semifinal 2
• March 16
  • 9:00 — Grand Final

Where to watch First Stand 2025?

Riot Games offers multiple ways to enjoy the First Stand 2025 action. Head over to lolesports.com to choose your preferred viewing option, including a variety of co-streams to enhance your experience.