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

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

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

    8h ago

    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

    1h 38m
  2. Locke, MSI Patch, and Spring Finals Recap with RiotPhroxzon! | The Dive Driven by Kia

    Jun 18

    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

    1h 27m
  3. The Spring Kia MVP Revealed! | The Dive Driven by Kia

    Jun 11

    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

    1h 36m
  4. Kia All-Pro Team Reveals! | The Dive Driven by Kia

    Jun 4

    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!

    1h 40m
  5. Patch 26.11, Coaching Staff of the Split, & LCS Playoffs! | The Dive Driven by Kia

    May 28

    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

    1h 47m
  6. Ban Nasus Jungle | The Dive Driven by Kia

    May 21

    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!

    1h 11m
  7. Jynxzi Tournament, LYON Comms, & Patch 26.10 | The Dive Driven by Kia

    May 14

    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

    1h 53m
  8. DIG’s Last Chance at Playoffs & LCS Roster Changes | The Dive Driven by Kia

    May 7

    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

    1h 37m
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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. #TheDiveLOL

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