ROCCAT at All-Star 2014
Riot·3/25/2014, 9:59:56 PM·0 votes·906 views
Despite their recent struggles, ROCCAT has been arguably the most exciting team this season. They shot out of the gate with incredible upsets against some of the longest tenured teams in Europe. With unconventional picks, amazing team synergy, and top quality objective control, ROCCAT is still one of the top contenders for the spring split crown, and a trip to Paris for All Stars. While their teamwork is top notch, each player brings their own brand of excitement to the international stage.
Every great team gets one thing out of their top laner above all else - reliability. Even if they fall behind early, the team can rely on their big man up top to stay in the game and dive headlong into late game team fights. Xaxus is a player his team can count on every game, but particularly because of his innate game sense. Whether he's pushing bottom lane as Dr. Mundo or zoning opponents from a sneaky baron attempt, Xaxus knows exactly where he can be of the most use to his team at any given time. With many international teams excelling at the laning phase, ROCCAT relies heavily on Xaxus to find advantages if their lanes fall behind early.
Each jungler has different priorities throughout a match. Some focus on generating kills, while others look to create advantages for early objectives. While Jankos frequently finds ways to get his teammates advantage in lane, his true strength comes from his ability to always be generating income for himself. Jankos has the highest number of minion kills in the EU LCS, and is near the top of the charts in every gold generation statistic. With more and more assassin champions moving into the jungle, picking up key items is crucial to the success of popular champions like Kha'Zix, Elise, and Evelynn.
Jankos ability to always be farming won't just help him remain relevant against the powerful junglers he would face at All Stars, it could also make him a stand out contender in the Challenge. In duels and two man skirmishes, a gold advantage can be the key to victory. With his emphasis on personal gold generation, Jankos would go into a one on one situation with an advantage over other EU junglers.
There is no denying that Overpow is a skilled mid laner. While he does not stand atop any statistical category, fans will not be looking to Overpow at All Stars for his lane dominance. Everyone will be watching his champion selection each game to see what new champion he brings to the international stage and the plays he makes on these champions. League of Legends fans love unique picks, and All Stars would be the perfect opportunity for Overpow to unveil his next great surprise.
Synergy is a key component in the success of any bottom lane pair. Celevar may not be one of ROCCAT's stars, but he plays his role in the team to perfection. ROCCAT's style of play demands an AD carry that can follow through on initiations and contribute his damage to priority targets. It is rare to see Vander and Celaver not on the same page. Celaver's trust in his support and jungler and his willingness to follow them into battle will be critical to ROCCAT and their players' international success.
A playmaking support is one of the most exciting things to watch in professional League of Legends. Pixel perfect hooks and lanterns, sudden devastating Tibbers - few things bring fans to their feet like a support player who makes things happen for his team. Vander's Thresh has been a priority pick and ban in nearly every game ROCCAT has played this season. His hooks seem to avoid front line champions and always find their way to priority targets. His Tibbers stop teams in their tracks and allow the rest of ROCCAT to clean up. Second in KDA among supports, Vander would bring aggression, skill, and highlight reel plays to the All Stars stage.
Top: Xaxus
Every great team gets one thing out of their top laner above all else - reliability. Even if they fall behind early, the team can rely on their big man up top to stay in the game and dive headlong into late game team fights. Xaxus is a player his team can count on every game, but particularly because of his innate game sense. Whether he's pushing bottom lane as Dr. Mundo or zoning opponents from a sneaky baron attempt, Xaxus knows exactly where he can be of the most use to his team at any given time. With many international teams excelling at the laning phase, ROCCAT relies heavily on Xaxus to find advantages if their lanes fall behind early.
Jungle: Jankos
Each jungler has different priorities throughout a match. Some focus on generating kills, while others look to create advantages for early objectives. While Jankos frequently finds ways to get his teammates advantage in lane, his true strength comes from his ability to always be generating income for himself. Jankos has the highest number of minion kills in the EU LCS, and is near the top of the charts in every gold generation statistic. With more and more assassin champions moving into the jungle, picking up key items is crucial to the success of popular champions like Kha'Zix, Elise, and Evelynn.
Jankos ability to always be farming won't just help him remain relevant against the powerful junglers he would face at All Stars, it could also make him a stand out contender in the Challenge. In duels and two man skirmishes, a gold advantage can be the key to victory. With his emphasis on personal gold generation, Jankos would go into a one on one situation with an advantage over other EU junglers.
Mid: Overpow
There is no denying that Overpow is a skilled mid laner. While he does not stand atop any statistical category, fans will not be looking to Overpow at All Stars for his lane dominance. Everyone will be watching his champion selection each game to see what new champion he brings to the international stage and the plays he makes on these champions. League of Legends fans love unique picks, and All Stars would be the perfect opportunity for Overpow to unveil his next great surprise.
AD Carry: Celaver
Synergy is a key component in the success of any bottom lane pair. Celevar may not be one of ROCCAT's stars, but he plays his role in the team to perfection. ROCCAT's style of play demands an AD carry that can follow through on initiations and contribute his damage to priority targets. It is rare to see Vander and Celaver not on the same page. Celaver's trust in his support and jungler and his willingness to follow them into battle will be critical to ROCCAT and their players' international success.
Support: Vander
A playmaking support is one of the most exciting things to watch in professional League of Legends. Pixel perfect hooks and lanterns, sudden devastating Tibbers - few things bring fans to their feet like a support player who makes things happen for his team. Vander's Thresh has been a priority pick and ban in nearly every game ROCCAT has played this season. His hooks seem to avoid front line champions and always find their way to priority targets. His Tibbers stop teams in their tracks and allow the rest of ROCCAT to clean up. Second in KDA among supports, Vander would bring aggression, skill, and highlight reel plays to the All Stars stage.
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