Foreword: The S16 season has officially kicked off, and most players are closely monitoring the recent matches. As the finals approach, the eliminated LPL teams have gradually entered the offseason transfer period. Currently, WBG stands out as a team receiving significant attention from fans. According to insider reports, WBG now has only one player remaining, making it impossible to meet official event requirements. Meanwhile, the LGD roster surprisingly omits support Crisp, though after communication with the team, it appears he hasn't left—his contract extends until November. Additionally, Faker's golden signed card soared to a million in just one hour of auction. Is it truly worth that price?

WBG down to one player, Crisp removed from LGD roster

Most players are highly attentive to this offseason period. Although the finals haven't started, many teams have already entered their break. In particular, top-tier players likely want to rest early to prepare thoroughly for the winter transfer window and join new teams. In recent days, WBG has become the focal point of discussion among all players. As the ultimate all-Chinese team in the LPL this season, their investment has been enormous. At the start, they were considered a top-four or even top-three team. However, their results were disastrous, worsening with each split.

After being eliminated early from the Rebirth Group in the third split, WBG entered an extended break lasting nearly half a year. At that time, many insiders predicted a massive roster shake-up. No one expected adjustments to happen so swiftly. In the past two days, it was openly revealed that almost all WBG players have terminated their contracts, leaving only Xiaohu. With official activity requirements, Xiaohu must participate, but the league mandates that each team send one player for fan interaction. Consequently, the team cannot find a second person to fulfill this task, putting them in an awkward spot.

Simultaneously, netizens discovered that LGD's roster no longer includes support Crisp. Honestly, LGD's performance in the third split owes much to him—he injected tremendous energy into the team, and fans widely acknowledged his contributions. While everyone was puzzled, insiders provided the latest update.

According to multiple sources, LGD likely won't change supports; Crisp will still participate in the Demacia Cup. The reason for his absence from the roster might be a bug or a pending contract update. It seems likely a contract issue—a system glitch wouldn't remove only him.

Recently, Faker's golden signed card has topped the trending charts. As the undisputed greatest player in League of Legends, his commercial value is well-known. Yet no one expected the number 001 signed card to reach one million yuan in just one hour of auction, and it's still ongoing. Will people really pay this much for an esports player? I have to question that. Or have most people underestimated Faker's commercial value? Otherwise, why would T1 give him shares, find jobs for his family, and refuse to let him go?

Goodbye's take

No one anticipated WBG's rapid moves. Before the playoffs even concluded, all four starting players had already left. How must Xiaohu feel now? Next season, this team will likely face a steep decline, and Xiaohu is nearing the end of his career. More and more veteran players are stepping away from the professional stage. I truly wonder about the future of the LPL.

What do you, the audience, think about this situation?