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. DIG’s Last Chance at Playoffs & LCS Roster Changes | The Dive Driven by Kia

    2D AGO

    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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. Patch 26.7, Farming Supports & LCS Spring Preview! | The Dive Driven by Kia

    APR 2

    Patch 26.7, Farming Supports & LCS Spring Preview! | The Dive Driven by Kia

    It’s no April Fools’ joke, The Dive driven by Kia is back! First, we look back at LYON and G2’s performances at First Stand. Next, Patch 26.7 is here and we’ve got everything you need to know, whether you’re playing on the LCS stage or playing against Scrub Daddy 400 in solo queue (Looking at you, Jojopyun). Farming supports are back. Kobe is no longer banning Graves. Cassiopeia has found her footing, or she would if she had any. We’ve also got updated LCS Power Rankings and a preview of opening weekend, starting with a Finals rematch between C9 and LYON. LCS Spring Split starts this weekend and tickets are available now! Come see the games live at the Riot Games Arena in Los Angeles including a pre-game April Fools’ tailgate: https://www.tixr.com/groups/lcs/ Grab your April Fools merch here: https://merch.riotgames.com/en-us/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro + LYON at First Stand 11:57 - G2’s Finals run at First Stand 17:43 - Jojopyun on solo queue vs VOD review 27:04 - Patch 26.7, April Fools’ merch, Farming support changes 38:37 - Get your tickets for LCS Opening Weekend! 39:26 - LCS Spring Split Power Rankings 59:14 - LYON vs C9 1:01:09 - SEN vs DSG 1:06:37 - TL vs FLY 1:10:14 - DIG vs SR

    1h 15m
  7. LYON's Fight & NA's Chance to Bounce Back at First Stand | The Dive Driven by Kia

    MAR 12

    LYON's Fight & NA's Chance to Bounce Back at First Stand | The Dive Driven by Kia

    On this episode of The Dive Driven by Kia we’re graced with a special guest; Commissioner MarkZ stopped by to chat about Spring Split details and help our hosts find the silver lining after Americas Cup. While NA teams didn’t have their best showing, there were important learnings and stress tests leading up to First Stand and MSI. There’s always a rebound angle, right? And speaking of First Stand, the tournament kicks off next week! We’re looking to our leading Lyons to bring us to victory, though there’s definitely some TOUGH competition ahead of us from the other regions (looking at you, GenG!)  Get ready for 6 straight days of double best-of-5s- more League of Legends than you could even dream of! Finally, though there will be no new episodes of The Dive until April… you CAN keep up with our hosts as they may or may not taking over the @LCSOfficial socials to bring you content straight from Brazil during First Stand! We’ll see you there. Timestamps: 0:00 - INTRO & Welcome to Mark! 1:06 - Americas Cup Review 10:01 - Americas Cup Takeaways 19:53 - Spring Split Primer 23:38 - First Stand Preview 25:06 - Lyon vs Loud 35:48 - GenG vs JDG 43:48 - BNK vs BLG 56:44 - G2 vs TSW 1:09:27 - Life Updates!

    1h 12m
  8. Patch 26.5, Lock-In Finals Recap & Americas Cup Preview! | The Dive Driven by Kia

    MAR 2

    Patch 26.5, Lock-In Finals Recap & Americas Cup Preview! | The Dive Driven by Kia

    This week’s episode of The Dive Driven by Kia begins with a lengthy conversation about the play-off finals: Lyon vs Cloud9 Kia. After battling through three separate Bo5s this weekend, Lyon caused quite the upset in our hosts’ week one power rankings. Two teams have punched their tickets to the Americas Cup, while one powerhouse team is headed to First Stand… but it may not be who we originally thought! Plus, the players will be working with the newest release: Patch 26.5. With plenty of item buffs, Kobe is looking forward to more flexibility in builds for a wide range of characters. There's also midlane nerfs, could it be enough to shake up the pro scene? Finally, our hosts noted how many amazing fans of The Dive they were able to meet this past weekend! Seeing the energy and support at the live events means the world to both the casters and players. Thanks for coming by! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Cloud9 vs LYON Finals Review 19:07 - Closer Look at LYON Saint 25:06 - Revisiting Power Rankings 28:06 - Americas Cup Lookahead 33:22 - Scrims vs Stage 39:35 - Patch 26.5

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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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