The Rolldown - A TFT Esports Podcast

Jack Hopkins
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Hosted by TFT commentators CLE and Gangly, The Roll Down is your go-to show for everything happening in the pro TFT scene. From grassroots to the pro circuit, from the couch to the crown, we break down tournaments, highlight the biggest plays, and dive into the stories that define the game’s top players.

  1. 6D AGO

    Set 10 Milala is Back | Demacia Cup Preview w/ Ripple & Milala | The Rolldown | S16 E7

    Support our show by supporting our sponsor, Citadel Gaming:Citadel Mech Store (use Code CLE for 10% off) - https://citadelctg.com/storeCitadel Socials - https://x.com/CitadelCTGCitadel Discord - https://discord.gg/XMuBg9sb6U In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by Set 10 Champion Milala and TPC contender Ripple Overdrive to break down Tactician’s Cup 2, TFT Pro Circuit chaos, and the evolving race to Regionals, plus a deep dive into what it really takes to win on the biggest TFT stages. We cover: - Milala’s dominant Cup 2 run and his return to tournament winning form - Pressure, expectations, and how mindset impacts performance - Ladder grind vs Tier 1 comfort and whether hunger is the real edge - Pro Points math, Damacia Cup implications, and the race for Tactician’s Crown - The rise of Maikel and shifting perceptions in the Americas hierarchy - Rolldown Rankings movement and who’s climbing, who’s falling, and why - Worlds droughts, the Chud Club, and the invisible ceiling in competitive TFT - What it takes to succeed at a TFT Open Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:37 - Riftbound Content 00:06:51 - Tactician's Cup Review 00:25:22 - Decmacia Cup Preview 00:37:18 - Rolldown Rankings 01:23:58 - TFT Open Success 01:30:40 - Looking Forward 01:35:30 - Outro Follow us on all platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088 Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcast Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203

    1h 39m

  2. FEB 4

    AMER has STOLEN from EMEA | Bilgewater Cup Review w/ Darth Nub & Chunington | The Rolldown | S16 E9

    Support our show by supporting our sponsor, MetaTFT: Visit their Website - https://www.metatft.com/ Download the In-Game App - https://www.metatft.com/download In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by Darth Nub and Chunington to break down one of the most loaded weeks of TFT Pro Circuit action yet. The Bilgewater Cups were full of mixed-region chaos, checkmate drama, and major Tactician's Crown implications on both sides of the bracket. We cover: - AMER vs EMEA Home Cups and why the drafts created wildly different tournaments - Darth Nub’s checkmate win, risky cashout decision, and locking a spot at Tactician’s Crown - Chunington ’s breakout run, consistency under pressure, and rise in Pro Points - Regional playstyle differences, ping & timezone disadvantages, and format debates - Final lobby storylines, missed cuts, and surprise performances across both Cups - Pro Points math, auto-qualifiers, and what it means for Regionals - Rolldown Rankings movement and which players are earning real respect this set

    1h 42m

  3. JAN 27

    Competitive TFT is Absolute Cinema | TPC#2 Preview w/ Broseph | The Rolldown | S16 E5

    Support our show by supporting our sponsor, Citadel Gaming: Citadel Mech Store (use Code CLE for 10% off) - https://citadelctg.com/store Citadel Socials - https://x.com/CitadelCTG Citadel Discord - https://discord.gg/XMuBg9sb6U Sign up for the Columbus Convergence: https://forms.gle/iNvZzX85KgWUkBCs6 In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by Broseph, one of the most plugged-in coach-competitors in TFT, to break down a week that had everything, snowed-out LANs, checkmate chaos, and one of the wildest tournament endings we’ve seen all set. We recap the Tristate Invitational, including the last-minute shift from LAN to online, a stacked final lobby, and an all-time checkmate finish that saw Appies win the entire event on a trackpad with a clutch Ambessa 3. Broseph shares insight into tournament prep, playing from behind, and how elite players actually find winning outs when variance is stacked against them. The conversation expands into BoxBox Bash, where Broseph coached a team through a silent-auction draft, team-based formats, and bounty mechanics, breaking down when to sack boards, chase three-star five-costs, and balance content with real competitive decision-making. We also zoom out to the broader Pro Circuit picture, covering recent Tactician’s Cup results, ladder snapshot races, and what Rivalry Week means for the Americas vs EMEA. Broseph gives his early read on the new B-patch, how it reshapes the meta heading into TPC, and which comps and units are actually worth playing. We also cover: - The Tristate Invitational checkmate finish and why it was pure cinema - BoxBox Bash coaching strategy, draft dynamics, and bounty decisions - Tactician’s Cup results and Regional Finals implications - Ladder snapshot pressure and qualifying through consistency - Rivalry Week previews and cross-region Pro Circuit stakes - Early B-patch meta shifts and what’s realistically playable - Rolldown Rankings Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:00 - Tristate Invitational 00:14:55 - BoxBox Bash 00:25:10 - Tactician's Cup 1 & Ladder 00:35:10 - Bildgewater Cup Preview 00:49:58 - Rolldown Rankings 01:21:02 - Looking Forward 01:25:21 - Outro If you care about competitive TFT, tournament storytelling, or understanding how top players think under pressure, this is a must-listen.

    1h 29m

  4. JAN 14

    Shurima Cup Review with Wasianiverson & PockyGom | The Rolldown | Season 16 Episode 4

    Support our show by supporting our sponsor, MetaTFT: Visit their Website - https://www.metatft.com/ Download the In-Game App - https://www.metatft.com/download In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by PockyGom and Wasianiverson, fresh off a wild opening weekend of the TFT Pro Circuit. We break down the Shurima Cup, the chaos of competing on a brand-new patch, and what it takes to prep for a Tier 1 tournament with almost no lead time. Pocky walks through his second-place finish and mental approach to bouncing back after rough games, while Wasian dives into his path to winning the final lobby and locking in the first Americas spot at the Tactician’s Crown. The conversation spans everything from scrim prep, high-cap decision making, and checkmate pressure to global TPC results, rising stars, surprise eliminations, and how consistency is rewarded at the highest level of competitive TFT. We also cover: - Final lobby storylines and clutch moments - The impact of two-day patches on tournament variance - APAC, EMEA, and global TPC results - Tactician’s Trials and the Tier 2 path back to the Pro Circuit - Rolldown Rankings fallout and fantasy draft chaos - Gangly’s homework for the Tri-State Invitational If you care about TFT esports, tournament prep, or what separates good players from championship-level ones, this is a must-listen.

    1h 31m

  5. JAN 4

    We Ranked Every Pro TFT Player | The Rolldown | Season 16 Episode 3

    Support our show by supporting our sponsor, Citadel Gaming:Citadel Socials - https://x.com/CitadelCTGCitadel Discord - https://discord.gg/XMuBg9sb6UIn this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly go live on Twitch for a deep dive into the start of Set 16 competitive TFT.We cover everything kicking off the new Pro Circuit season, including a full Shurima Cup preview, format changes, patch timing, and what to expect from the first Tier 1 tournament of the set. Gangly also shares a major personal announcement that will impact casting for the rest of Set 16.The centerpiece of the episode is the debut of The Rolldown Rankings presented by Citadel Gaming, a brand-new power ranking system for all 32 TFT Pro Circuit players built from ballots submitted by pros, commentators, and community leaders. We break down the rankings tier by tier, debate the biggest surprises, and unpack what they mean heading into the season.To close it out, we run a live fantasy draft featuring CLE vs. Gangly vs. Twitch Chat, drafting full TPC rosters to follow across all three cups this set.If you’re locked into TFT esports, the Pro Circuit, or the stories shaping Set 16 from the couch to the crown, this episode is for you. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 02:10 - Headlines 06:35 - Set 16 Competitive 19:07 - The Rolldown Rankings 01:06:42 - TPC Fantasy Draft 01:36:32 - Outro

    1h 40m

  6. 12/18/2025

    The CN GOAT won the Greatest TFT Event of All Time | The Rolldown ft. Frodan | Set 16 Episode 2

    In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by Frodan, one of the most influential voices in TFT esports, for a wide-ranging conversation fresh off the Paris Open. We break down what made Paris the biggest and best TFT event yet, why Set 16 is shaping up to be one of the most skill-expressive sets of all time, and how the competitive scene is evolving heading into the next Pro Circuit season. Frodan also shares insights from competing at both the Paris Open and the Houston Riftbound Regional, plus his perspective on co-streaming, main broadcast coverage, and what the future holds for TFT esports. From tournament formats and checkmate debates to GOAT conversations, community growth, and what’s next on the TFT roadmap — this episode is a must-listen for anyone invested in competitive TFT. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:55 - Riftbound Houston Regional 11:13 - TFT Paris Open Review 56:27 - Who is the GOAT? 01:06:55 - Looking Forward 01:17:05 - Set 16 Competitive 01:22:08 - Outro Follow us on all platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088 Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcast Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203

    1h 26m

  7. 12/02/2025

    How Set 16 was Made | Interview with Riot Mortdog | The Rolldown | Set 16 Episode 1

    Set 16 Lore & Legends is finally here, and today we’re joined by the man behind the vision: Riot Mortdog. In this special Q&A episode, CLE and Gangly talk with Mort about the two-year journey behind the unlock system, how the team approached balance with 100 champions and 350+ augments, and why Set 16 feels like “classic TFT” again. We also break down the newly announced Competitive Roadmap, key updates to the TFT Pro Circuit, and look ahead to the biggest event of the year, the Paris Open. Whether you’re a hardcore competitor or just excited for a fresh set, this episode gives you the clearest look yet at what TFT Set 16 is trying to be and how Riot built it. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:23 - Set 16 Competitive TFT 07:20 - Mortdog Q&A 01:04:55 - The Paris Open 01:18:23 - Outro Follow us on all platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088 Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcast Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203

    1h 20m

  8. 11/23/2025

    We Reviewed & Ranked the Top 15 AMER Players in Set 15 | The Rolldown | Set 15 Episode 13

    In this post-Tactician’s Crown episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly sit down with Worlds representatives Dehua and jdzielinski to unpack APAC’s dominance, NA’s struggles, and what this performance says about the global state of TFT. We discuss: - APAC’s statement win and why their depth of talent is terrifying - NA’s performance at Worlds, burnout, prep, and structural challenges - Brazil’s breakout stars and CN’s uneven results - Final lobby review and how WithoutYou claimed the crown - End-of-set Americas Power Rankings (Top 15 players of Set 15) - Early Set 16 impressions heading into the Paris Open Whether you’re following the pro scene or catching up after Worlds, this episode delivers a clear look at where every region stands and who’s rising heading into Set 16. Follow us on all platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088 Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcast Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203

    1h 58m
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Hosted by TFT commentators CLE and Gangly, The Roll Down is your go-to show for everything happening in the pro TFT scene. From grassroots to the pro circuit, from the couch to the crown, we break down tournaments, highlight the biggest plays, and dive into the stories that define the game’s top players.

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