Arena of Valor Valiant Online Community Tournament - Day 7 Round-Up

The 7th day of the tournament showcased some dominant performances from well-known teams as well as matches were the clashing teams are surprisingly even. The second round of the winners’ bracket proved to be one of the most exciting rounds in this tournament, which are enhanced by the impressive shoutcasting of TJ, AlwaysGr33n, and Apathy. Here are the breakdown for each match in this round:

Match 1: PowerRangers vs Kimochiii

The first game of the day was between PowerRangers and Kimochiii, which was ultimately won by Kimochii in a stunning, 22-2 victory.

PowerRangers opted for a more team fight heavy composition with the presence of Diao Chan, Alice, and Murad. Kimochiii had a similar lineup, but with assassin heroes such as Kriknak and Airi. It was going well for both teams in the early game, but Kimochiii’s rotation along with the excellent usage of the ultimate of Xeniel’s ultimate proved to be a big burden for PowerRangers.

Kimochiii continued killing off the heroes of PowerRangers one by one. These series of unfortunate events for PowerRangers paved the way for Kimochiii’s Kriknak to have a huge item advantage. In the final minutes of the game, Kimochiii’s Kriknak swatted a quad kill in the mid lane to complete the ace and eventually win it in a stunning fashion.

Winner: Kimochiii
MVP: ⁿ Snow. (Lumburr, 2-0-18 KDA, 16.7 MVP)

Match 2: WIL Ruthless vs Yggdrasil Imperious

Yggdrasil Imperious managed to win this tightly-contested game, 19-11, despite the presence of god-tier meta picks Superman and Tulen on WIL Ruthless

The composition of WIL Ruthless are all offensive heroes except for Lumburr. On the other hand, Yggdrasil had a balanced lineup that has a greater chance of surviving in large-scale team fights. It was a back-and-forth affair between both teams in the early-mid game, as both managed to secure kills and objectives equally.

However, Yggdrasil captured the Dark Slayer in the 12th minute mark to give them a huge advantage in team fights. They shoved down the mid lane and also killed four members of Nova PH in the process. With this, Yggdrasil forced themselves towards the core to win the second game.

Winner: Yggdrasil Imperious

MVP: 益23 (Preyta, 4-0-10 KDA, 16.0 MVP)

Match 3: Esto Dignus v.II vs EnemyE-Sports Gods

This game between Esto Dignus v.II and EnemyE-Sports Gods was interesting to say the least, as Grakk and Valhein were present in this match when Esto Dignus v.II locked them. EnemyE-Sports wants nothing of it and decides to pick a traditional team composition.

The Val-Grakk combo worked in the early stages of the game, as both of them contributed to the first blood kill in the mid lane. The Grakk also utilized his hook ability and got a few good looks off of it. Esto Dignus had the huge advantage in the early game in terms of kill and map control.

EnemyE-Sports showed signs of bouncing back in the mid game as they won their first large-scale skirmish in the 11th minute mark with Tulen fending off most of the heroes of Esto Dignus. A questionable Dark Slayer call by Esto Dignus V.II in 13 minutes into the game also gave EnemyEsports a 5-2 team fight.

It was this time that EnemyEsports started pulling away from Esto Dignus until the 15th minute mark when Esto Dignus answered back with a successful team fight in the enemy’s opposing jungle in the DS lane. They then captured the Dark Slayer to try and end the game but EnemyE-Sports pushed them back and garnered a 4-1 kill record.

In the final minutes of the game, Esto Dignus tried to get the Dark Slayer after killing Tulen of Enemy-Esports, but it was stolen by EnemyE-Sports along with four kills. They used the buff to push the DS lane and eventually seal the deal, 27-22.

Winner: EnemyE-Sports Gods
MVP: EMY•FAITH (Airi, 8-1-12 KDA, 15.5 MVP)

Match 4: M8HEXA SnP vs EurasiaSuperfly

The fourth game was an exciting match-up between two top tier teams in the Valiant Server, M8HEXA SnP and EurasiaSuperfly. Both teams had pretty solid picks that focuses on team fights and late-game scaling.

In the first minute of the game, EurasiaSuperfly showed early signs of dominating the game as they killed off two players of M8HEXA. EurasiaSuperfly continued with their aggressiveness by invading the jungle and securing objectives early. Four minutes into the game, Eurasia Superfly got an ace after a team fight in the Abyssal Dragon. This is the start of the domination of Eurasia Superfly in the game.

A six minute Dark Slayer for EurasiaSuperfly elevated the team’s power even further, pushing the high ground tower in the DS lane after. In the 13th minute mark, EurasiaSuperfly decided to push the mid lane to try and finish the game. They got a clean five-man sweep along with the high ground tower. With this, they went ahead towards the core to secure the victory in the game, 21-8.

Winner: EurasiaSuperfly

MVP: ESF.Don (Tulen, 7-1-12 KDA, 16.0 MVP)

Match 5: Enemy E-Sports Electric vs SteelWolves.Dire

SteelWolves.Dire managed to win this game, 12-7, against Enemy E-Sports Electric in an intense closely contested matchup. Both teams had good lineups to begin with, SteelWolves.Dire had a lineup that can slash through any enemy with ease. On the other side, Enemy E-Sports team composition is unparalleled when it comes to team fight and initiations.

The first minute of the game was a clown fiesta, as SteelWolves.Dire opted for a jungle invade in the AD side. Surprisingly, Enemy E-Sports also invaded the AD jungle side of the opposing team. This caused both teams to meet at the river, in which Enemy-Esports captured the first blood as they killed an unsuspecting Superman.

The game was generally tied between both teams following the small early game skirmish. It was all going well until the 7th minute mark where SteelWolves.Dire had full map control as they pushed the AD high ground tower to blast a hole on the base of EnemyE-Sports. SteelWolves then successfully went for the Dark Slayer.

With the Dark Slayer buff in their possession. SteelWolves went straight in the mid lane to try and finish the game.  They destroyed the high ground tower and four members of EnemyE-Sports to put the final nail in the coffin and secure the victory at 10 minutes.

Winner: SteelWolves.Dire

MVP: SW.BLazE (Lu Bu, 6-2-3 KDA, 11.4 MVP)

Match 6: Dominus Knights II vs EVO

The sixth game was between Dominus Knights II and EVO. Dominus Knight II had a beefy lineup with Cresht and Maloch while EVO’s team composition has an advantage in the late game because of Kil’Groth and Xeniel. Three heroes from EVO also has punish as their talents, which will greatly increase their presence in the jungle.

EVO quickly showed their strength in the first two minutes of the game as they got a 3-0 lead. EVO continued to force team fights against Dominus Knights II, forcing them to either tower hog and lose gold or risk it all and fight as well. Dominus Knights somehow got a few kills, but it still wasn’t enough to breakeven the score at 10-3 in just under eight minutes.

With no signs of backing down, EVO managed to secure the Dark Slayer at 10 minutes. Dominus Knights tried to stop the push in the mid lane but EVO went for the split push to try and destroy the high ground towers one by one. A clash ensued 14 minutes into the game in which EVO got a clean sweep and the high ground tower in the mid lane.

In the 16th minute mark, EVO regrouped in the AD lane to try and destroy the high ground tower. They managed to get the tower and three kills to ultimately finish off Dominus Knights in a dominating fashion.

Winner: EVO
MVP: EVO•Jerz (Zephys, 8-0-10 KDA, 17.5 MVP)

Match 7: Forgiven United (Squammy Version) vs Myth Choco Masters

Forgiven United’s team comprises of harass and bully heroes in the form of Zephys, Maloch, Tulen, Alice and Skud. Meanwhile, Myth Choco Masters went for a standard lineup, with Violet and Kahlii providing the long range firepower, Lumburr and Xeniel manned the support and initiating roles, and Airi completing their team for some single-target burst.

Forgiven United were on the offensive early on, pestering Myth Choco’s jungle by contesting their Sage Golem in the early goings of the match. Forgiven Untied managed to get Myth Choco’s Sage Golem, but Myth paid in kind by eliminating Maloch to get the first blood honors.

Unfazed, Forgiven United continued with their jungle invade, netting a 4-0 team kill score at Myth Choco’s Might Golem by the 1:38 mark. At 3:30, Myth Choco manages to shut down Forgiven United’s Tulen, effectively evening the score 5-5. Both teams then jockeyed for position, with Forgiven United securing Spirit Sentinel and contesting for Abyssal Dragon, winning a quick skirmish for a 9-5 lead.

Myth Choco Masters tried to cut to the gold lead, but Forgiven United proved to be too tenacious, securing objectives left and right. Ultimately, Forgiven United was able to pummel their opponents thanks to their impressive lane control for a decisive 18-10 win in 12 minutes of action.

Winner: Forgiven United (Squammy Version)
MVP: Maker (Tulen, 11-1-3 KDA, 14.1 MVP)

Match 8: Scammed Gamers vs Nova PH Ravenous

Scammed Gamers vs Nova PH Ravenous saw one of the teams utilize the vaunted Valiant Server meta that does not include Marksmen. Scammed Gamers’ team consisted of Preyta, Teemee, Xeniel, Lu Bu, and Murad. On the other hand, Nova PH’s lineup comprised of Maloch, Alice, Raz, Zephys, and Moren.

Both teams were feeling each other out for the better part of the early game, with Scammed Gamers being the more aggressive of the two teams. At 2:10, Scammed Gamers opted to take the first Abyssal Dragon of the game; Nova PH were privy to this play and proceeded to contest. This led to them getting the Abyssal Dragon.

Following this, Nova PH managed to secure First Blood on Murad thanks to some good Raz play. Afterwards, Teemee was next to be killed by Moren near the 2nd tier tower at the bot lane, with the help of Alice and Maloch. Scammed Gamers were able to turn the tide, punishing and netting kills against and overstaying Nova PH team between the bottom towers for a 4-4 score.

Meanwhile, Raz seemingly had Scammed Gamers’ number, as he got a double kill on the Preyta and Murad single-handedly. This led to a momentum swing in favor of Nova PH, as they continued to press the attack on the bottom lane and Scammed Gamers’ jungle after 5 minutes of action.

In the end, as much as Scammed Gamers fought to keep it competitive, Nova PH proved to be the better team. For the better part of the match, Nova PH did not give up the gold and kill lead, thanks in large part to their excellent lane and jungle control. This resulted in Nova PH winning against Scammed Gamers, 24-9.

Winner: Nova PH Ravenous
MVP: ⁿ HungryBox (Moren, 8-1-8 KDA, 13.4 MVP)

Match 9: Renaissance vs Myth Esports

Up next is a match between Renaissance and Myth Esports. Both teams opted to go for a non-Marksman lineup, with Renaissance using Jinnar, Airi, Teemee, Chaugnar, and Cresht. Meanwhile, Myth Esports went for Maloch, Alice, Tulen, Lu Bu and Kriknak.

Myth Esports were able to steal Renaissance’s Might Golem at the early stretch, thanks to some clever positioning. In response, Renaissance also stole Myth’s Might Golem. For the better part of the early game, neither teams were gung-ho about initiating the fight; rather, they would be busy pushing their lanes, or waiting in the bushes for someone to become careless.

At 2:20, Myth secures the Abyssal Dragon for their team, and a couple of seconds later, netted the first blood with Kriknak eliminating Cresht. This was then followed by Lu Bu defeating Jinnar as he and Chaugnar were trying to get back to the middle tower. Good rotation from Myth allowed them to get river and objective control, while Renaissance were weary to cross the lanes and continue to push.

A clash at Renaissance’s Might Golem at 4:45 saw Jinnar and Teemee fall as they tried to pick off Myth’s Kriknak who invaded the jungle yet again. However, Renaissance’s Chaugnar managed to get a double kill in the ensuing melee.

Winner: Myth Esports
MVP: MYT• Smzo (Maloch, 6-0-6 KDA, 15.7 MVP)

Match 10: Esto Dignus Esports vs PowerPuffBoys – Nova PH

For their match, Esto Dignus played a Lindis jungle composition which is complemented with heavy crowd control in the form of Alice, Ryoma, Jinnar, and Xeniel. On the other side, PowerPuffBoys ran a purely melee lineup consisting of Kil’Groth, Teemee, Maloch, Zephys, and Airi.

PowerPuffBoys began the match by going for a 3-man invade at Esto Dignus’ Might Golem, while their Kil’Groth manned the Might Golem side of their jungle. They were successful in the invade, getting the objective right off the bat and leaving Esto Dignus scrambling to retaliate.

This prompted Esto Dignus to blindside PowerPuffBoys by rushing towards their Maloch as he was busy pushing the Abyssal Dragon Lane on his own. With the help of Xeniel, Alice, and Jinnar, Lindis was able to secure First Blood for her team. However, PowerPuffBoys turned on Esto Dignus by eviscerating all four heroes handily. Afterwards, PowerPuffBoys claimed the Abyssal Dragon, which further increased their gold advantage.

Esto Dignus caught the enemy Teemee out of position at 5:07 near the Abyssal Dragon, which prompted a clash. It seemed that Esto Dignus was finally about to turn the tide of battle, but excellent positioning from Airi and Zephys resulted into a 8-2 team score.

Esto Dignus began to get some stops, winning a team fight at 9:10, as well as getting the Abyssal Dragon in the process. By 11:09, they were nipping at the heels of PowerPuffBoys, 7-9. This led to a crucial clash near the Dark Slayer, where PowerPuffBoys got the jump on Esto Dignus on their way to a 3-0 team kill.

Once they’ve secured Dark Slayer, it was only a matter of time until PowerPuffBoys routed Esto Dignus, 16-11.

Winner: PowerPuffBoys – Nova PH
MVP: RG (Airi, 8-0-6 KDA, 15.6 MVP)

Match 11: TGC.Esports vs Team Marksman

Team Marksman showed why their is “Marksman” in their name by having an impressive Lindis performance in this exciting 11th match of Day 7. The team’s ιмρrєѕѕīve is truly impressive, with his Lindis having 10 kills and 6 assists, he slowly led the way to Team Marksman’s victory against TGC.Esports.

SG RvP’s Alice also helped control the crowd during team clashes to make it easier for Lindis to hit the target, while Arduin, Tulen, and Lu Bu were also able to take down enemies on their own. It was a valiant effort for TGC.Esports as they tried to focus their offense on Murad during the endgame, but Team Marksman easily read their plans, taking out Murad early during team clashes which TGC.Esports unable to do anything on offense.

This was a close and nail-biting match between the two teams, but Team Marksman was able to the deal the last 4 out of 5 crucial kills near the end of the match, wiping out any glimpse of hope for TGC.Esports as they won with a 18-15 final score.

Winner: Team Marksman
MVP: ιмρrєѕѕīve (Lindis, 10-3-3 KDA, 11.3 MVP)

Match 12: Saiyan.Paranoia vs Hooligans

Saiyan.Paranoia prevailed against Hooligans in the second to the last match in Day 7. As soon as Hooligans lose at least one teammate in a clash, Saiyan.Paranoia takes advantage of that by overpowering them by dealing damage with a complete team lineup.

Despite having 5 deaths, Batman was one of the most important member of Saiyan.Paranoia as he was the one who was able to surprise the enemy team using his ultimate ability, which easily took out at least one damage dealer for Hooligans. Tulen was also important in the game due to his ability to help finish off certain members of the enemy team from a distance, which is why Saiyan.Paranoia were able to deal a lot of damage despite not having any marksman on their team.

In the end, Saiyan.Paranoia won mainly because of their surprise tactic of taking out one hero of Hooligans using Batman and dominating team clashes using their other heroes. With no one durable enough to withstand Saiyan.Paranoia’s barrage, Hooligans loss this match with a 12-21 final score.

Winner: Saiyan.Paranoia
MVP: Lυqυιє (Tulen, 6-1-12 KDA, 15.5 MVP)

Match 13: J3X LUCIS vs BrenEsports

It was a fairly swift 8-1 win for BrenEsports as they took J3X LUCIS’ towers down in less than 10 minutes here in this last match of Day 7.

J3X LUCIS were only able to destroy one tower from BrenEsports due to the impressive defense showcased by Bren’s Lu Bu, Maloch, and TeeMee. Violet and Tulen were also able to get the job done of stopping J3X LUCIS’ advances by taking out their damage dealers first and then proceeding to decimate the entire enemy team.

What’s also impressive about this match is that BrenEsports’ individual player final scores are close to each other, a testament to their great team chemistry. Both Violet and Maloch got 10.8, while TeeMee and Tulen had 10.2 as their score.

BrenEsports showed their overwhelming firepower in by obliterating every enemy that they encounter in this tournament. Can any team stop the dominating presence of BrenEsports in the Valiant Online Community Tournament? We will find out as they and many other teams advance to the next round.

Winner: Bren Esports
MVP: Peaceboy (Violet, 4-1-2 KDA, 10.8 MVP)

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About the Tournament:

Hosted by Kaisaya, a well known Philippine shoutcaster, the AOV Valiant Online Community Tournament is a community-based online event which provides a platform for professional and amateur teams to showcase their skills and experience an official-esque environment. This event also gives aspiring English shoutcasters the opportunity to hone their craft and build their portfolio for casting.