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

    6d ago

    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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. Off-Meta Bans, Jynxzi's Climb & Patch 26.9 | The Dive Driven by Kia

    Apr 30

    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!

    1h 50m
  6. The Art of Tanking, Rank Reset, and LCS Spring Week 3 Recap! | The Dive Driven by Kia

    Apr 23

    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!

    1h 30m
  7. Patch 26.8, Dev Update, & LCS Spring Week 2 with Raz! | The Dive Driven by Kia

    Apr 16

    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!

    1h 20m
  8. C9's Road to Redemption & Fan Questions! | The Dive Driven by Kia

    Apr 9

    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

    1h 29m
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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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