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In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly sit down with Bryce Blum, the new Director of TFT Esports at Riot Games, to talk about his return to TFT and where competitive TFT is headed. We cover: - Why Bryce stepped away from TFT and what brought him back - What the Director of TFT Esports actually oversees - What he is hearing from pros, tier two players and creators - Format changes for Set 19 and the bigger overhaul planned for Set 20 - Bringing ladder back to life and keeping TPC players engaged - Building more bridges between tier one and tier two - Making the final day of regionals hype again - Keeping the couch to crown dream alive - The future of co-streams and the main broadcast - The possible return of a Summit style event Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:55 Why Bryce Left and Came Back 00:06:20 The Role 00:12:30 Community Feedback 00:15:05 Priorities for Set 19 and 20 00:19:45 The Future of TPC 00:24:20 Couch to Crown 00:29:59 Co-streams and Broadcast 00:36:24 Co-stream Concerns 00:47:43 Summit 2.0 Try Neuroptima, use code ROLLDOWN for 20% off: https://neuroptima.us/rolldown Follow us on all platforms: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therolldowntft/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therolldown Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203 #TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet18 #BryceBlum #RiotGames #TPC #TeamfightTactics

In this episode of The Rolldown, Gangly is joined by Cambulee and UpsetMax of Final Lobby Gaming, fresh off Cambulee's win at the Blossom Cup, while CLE is out on a pontoon boat. Follow Final Lobby Gaming on X: https://x.com/FinaLobbyGaming Try Neuroptima, use code ROLLDOWN for 20% off: https://neuroptima.us/rolldown We cover: - First impressions of Set 18, charms, wisps and Unreal Engine bugs - Patch 18.4 and the ranked queue being disabled - Box Box Bash, with UpsetMax coaching and CLE as a student - The AMER ladder snapshot race to regionals - Blossom Cup Day 1, Max's hot start and Cambulee's bounce back - Final lobby strategy and the race to checkmate - The Games 5 and 6 showdown and the one HP Rammus moment - What the win means for Cambulee, plus tournament mental and resilience - Dishsoap locking his 7th Worlds, and advice for Worlds prep - Pro points, week one qualifiers and our fantasy results Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:04 Set 18 and Patch 18.4 00:09:36 Box Box Bash 00:15:29 Ladder Snapshot Race 00:19:44 Blossom Cup Day 1 00:32:27 Final Lobby 00:39:43 The Showdown 00:50:45 Rolldown Rankings 00:56:59 Worlds Prep 01:01:36 Pro Points and Week One 01:12:49 Fantasy Results Follow us on all platforms: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therolldowntft/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therolldown Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203 #TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet18 #BlossomCup #Cambulee #UpsetMax #TeamfightTactics

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by ArtixRx, one of the most quietly impressive performers this set, to preview the final Blossom Cup, break down the updated Rolldown Rankings, and dig into the pro points and relegation races heading into the end of Set 18.We cover:- Convergence Fest attendee passes selling out instantly and what that means for the event going forward- The new TFT client delayed to the end of Set 18- Keystone Cup results and CLE's embarrassing performance on mobile- Trials Week 2 results, the eight players locked into regionals, and the names just outside the cutoff- ArtixRx's story of losing his TPC spot and fighting his way back this set with two top eight cups- The pro points race heading into Blossom Cup, Dishsoap in the lead, GG9 and Chunington right behind- Soju's relegation watch and what has to happen for him to avoid planes- Roll Down Rankings full reveal, Wigwugg's massive jump to 6th, Chunington at 4th, and Dishsoap jumping to number oneChapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:04:22 - Convergence Fest Attendee Pass Sellout00:12:31 - New TFT Client Delay00:14:35 - Keystone Cup Update00:18:21 - Trials Week 2 Results00:23:55 - Pro Points Race00:36:30 - Rolldown Rankings00:59:33 - OutroTry Neuroptima, use code ROLLDOWN for 20% off: https://neuroptima.us/rolldownFollow us on all platforms:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therolldowntft/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therolldownSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet18 #EnchantedWilds #TFTCompetitive #BlossomCup #RollDownRankings

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by Elderwood Cup winners Wigwugg and Chunington, fresh off punching their tickets to Tactician's Crown, to break down both cups, the pro points race heading into TPC3, and the MetaTFT stats corner.Follow Final Lobby Gaming on X: https://x.com/FinaLobbyGamingDownload the MetaTFT app to level up your game: https://www.metatft.com/downloadTry Neuroptima, use code ROLLDOWN for 20% off: https://neuroptima.us/rolldownWe cover:- Set 18 impressions from two of the set's best performers, wisps, charms, and stage balance- AMER vs EMEA format discussion and the sleep schedule debate- Elderwood Cup EMEA recap, Wigwugg winning and how he approached Dishsoap going into check- Wigwugg's first ever tournament win and what it means to finally close one out- Elderwood Cup AMER recap, Chunington winning on home soil- Cambulee and Soju both going out on day one, Soju now on relegation watch- Pro points standings heading into TPC3, Dishsoap in the driver's seat with GG9 and Ripple chasing- Relegation race and what the TPC top 16 cutoff might look like- MetaTFT stats corner on Chunington's breakout run since set 16Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:01:38 - Updates & Announcements00:07:21 - Set 18 Impressions00:15:06 - EMEA Recap00:39:11 - AMER Recap01:17:48 - Pro Points Race01:27:34 - MetaTFT Stats Corner01:34:30 - Rankings & Fantasy Review01:41:48 - OutroFollow us on all platforms:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therolldowntft/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therolldownSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet18 #EnchantedWilds #TFTCompetitive #ElderWoodCup #TacticiansCrown

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by newly promoted TPC players DankMemes and JukeYou to preview the upcoming Elderwood Cups, AMER vs EMEA matchup, and reveal the full Roll Down Rankings for Set 18 TPC2.We cover:- Set 18 meta discussion, the flexibility of the early set vs the augment balance issues at 2-1- Citadel Gaming pausing all TFT operations and DankMemes becoming a free agent- Final Lobby Gaming signing Marcel P- K3Soju Kick Invitational recap, $100k prize pool- The JukeYou documentary "It Takes a Village" dropping September 17th- Keystone Cup number 3 announced for September 28th and 29th - SIGN UP HERE: https://forms.gle/ZeSDs5pmyWQUPn5a7- JukeYou accidentally not leveling to 9 in tournament- Vegas Open snapshot coming up and how to qualify- Rolldown Rankings full reveal for the Elderwood Cup- AMER vs EMEA format, schedule frustrations, and why both DankMemes and JukeYou are looking forward to itChapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:11:48 - Announcements00:20:25 - K3soju Kick Invitational Recap00:29:00 - TPC1 Recap00:32:39 - Elderwood Cup Preview00:37:45 - Rolldown Rankings01:14:04 - OutroSign up for the Keystone Cup: https://forms.gle/ZeSDs5pmyWQUPn5a7Try Neuroptima, use code ROLLDOWN for 20% off: https://neuroptima.us/rolldownFollow us on all platforms:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/therolldowntft/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therolldownSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet18 #EnchantedWilds #TFTCompetitive #ElderWoodCup #RollDownRankings

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by Wasianiverson, fresh off winning the Riftbeast Cup, to recap the first TPC event of Set 18, break down the bugs, the checkmate format, and the Frodan coverage problem.Follow Final Lobby Gaming on X: https://x.com/FinaLobbyGamingDownload the MetaTFT app to level up your game: https://www.metatft.com/downloadTry Neuroptima, use code ROLLDOWN for 20% off: https://neuroptima.us/rolldownWe cover:- Set 18 first impressions- The bug situation, JorC and Me1stor8th losing loot from a Stage 5 bug in the same game- Tacticians Gauntlet cancelled- Convergence Fest update, prize wall, side events, and what we still don't know about TFT-specific rewards- Riftbeast Cup Recap- The new three-games before cut Day 2 format and why it's better- GG9 making top eight after the callout video- Final Lobby Breakdown Presented by Final Lobby Gaming: Wasian's War Path game, the Inferno tech to beat Ripple, and how he knew he won on 3-5- Zyk00 winning EMEA, Seoill winning APAC- MetaTFT Stats Corner: Wasian's final lobby stats, 3.0 AVP in finals vs 3.74 in group stage across his four wins- The Frodan coverage problem, no spectator mode, no co-stream, and what happens when he's gone- The K3Soju Kick 4v4 Invitational announcementFollow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet18 #EnchantedWilds #RiftbeastCup #TFTCompetitive #Wasianiverson

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly sit down with Dylan Fraley, Global Product Manager for TFT Esports at Riot, for everything you need to know about Convergence Fest, the biggest open in TFT history.We cover:- What Convergence Fest is and why TFT and Riftbound are combining into one event- Fan First registration, over 10,000 sign-ups and why it happened- Scaling to 1,024 competitors and what that required operationally- Day one format changes, 43 stations, top two advance, no more top cut leaderboard- Side events, prize wall, exclusive cosmetics, and what attendees can expect- What the spectator experience looks like across both games in one venue- Is Convergence Fest a one-time experiment or the new standard?Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:01:54 - What is Convergence Fest?00:05:53 - Fan First Registration00:11:55 - Scaling to 1,024 Competitors00:15:40 - How to Compete00:28:07 - Day 100:30:48 - Side Events & Prize Wall00:35:47 - TFT + Riftbound Together00:39:18 - Why You Should Come00:48:40 - OutroTry Neuroptima, use code ROLLDOWN for 20% off: https://neuroptima.us/rolldownFollow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #ConvergenceFest #TFTSet18 #RiftBound #TFTCompetitive #VegasOpen

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by Brazilian TPC Pro and content creator Toddy to break down Set 18, preview the first Rift Beast Cup, roll out the Set 18 rankings, and run a live fantasy draft with chat.We cover:- Set 18 first impressions: why this might be the most balanced launch patch ever- Convergence Fest breakdown: the new format combining TFT and Riftbound, Set 19 music set hints- The Gauntlet format debate: is $39 for a best-of-one tournament fair?- Toddy's Paris Open top eight run- RollDown Rankings Set 18 presented by Citadel Gaming- Live fantasy draft with chatFollow CTG on X: https://x.com/CitadelCTGJoin the Citadel Discord: https://discord.gg/taz4bGMdZKTry Neuroptima -- use code ROLLDOWN for 20% off: https://neuroptima.us/rolldown 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:01 - Set 18 Launch 00:09:42 - Convergence Fest 00:27:00 - Competitive Schedule 00:35:09 - Roll Down Rankings presented by Citadel Gaming 01:17:07 - Fantasy DraftFollow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet18 #EnchantedWilds #TFTCompetitive #ConvergenceFest #RollDownRankings

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly sit down with Gina Hope (Tech Director, TFT) and Matthew "Witti" Wittrock (Set Lead, Set 18) to go deep on the switch to Unreal Engine. What it took to get online, what it unlocks, and what players should actually expect from TFT going forward. We cover: How long the Unreal migration has been in the works and how the team was built over timeWhy Set 18 was originally planned as Set 17What Hextech engine limitations actually looked like from the insideWhy the PBE delay happened and what the team has been fixing since launchWisps vs Charms: what changed and why the system was rebuiltMac support: it's coming during Set 18 as a native buildTournament realm and spectator mode updates for the esports sceneWhat Unreal enables for future game modes, tools, and featuresCLE and Gangly's post-interview reactionThe Molediver elimination cutscene pitch, attempt #4 00:00 - Intro01:55 - Unreal Engine13:02 - Set 1823:53 - Looking Forward38:07 - Post-Interview Reaction Try Neuroptima: https://neuroptima.us/rolldown Follow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sKAmazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by UpsetMax and BruhBruhBruhWho, two Americas representatives fresh off Tactician's Crown. They react to the tier list, break down every stage of the tournament, and tell the stories behind their journeys to the world stage.We cover:- Mortdog tribute — what he meant to the community and the future of TFT without him- Set 18 Enchanted Wilds first reactions — charms are back and the guys are cautiously hyped- Tier list accountability — how accurate were the predictions and who got disrespected- Tournament breakdown — day by day cuts and Americas dominance through day two- Soju's final lobby appearance and what it means for his all-time legacy- Huanmie winning the Crown — the 33% win rate across 57 games, the emotional interview, and what made his run specialChapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:03:00 - Set 18 Reaction00:06:38 - Convergence Fest00:15:33 - PSA: Let's Keep Our Friends Safe00:19:55 - Mortdog Tribute00:27:03 - Tier List Review00:34:05 - Tactician's Crown Breakdown01:13:07 - The Jedusor Drama Explained01:22:50 - BruhBruhBruhWho's Journey01:29:47 - UpsetMax's Story01:37:30 - Closing thoughtsTry Neuroptima: https://neuroptima.us/rolldownFollow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet17 #TacticiansCrown #TFTWorlds #UpsetMax #TFTCompetitive

In this episode of The Rolldown, Gangly is joined LIVE from Alicante, Spain by ImpetuousPanda and Clement to tier list all 40 competitors ahead of the Set 17 Tactician's Crown. We cover: Full 40-player tier list — every region, every competitor ranked ahead of Tactician's Crown Soju debate — is he actually the best player in the Americas, and will his playstyle hold up against Vietnam's aggressive tempo players? Darth Nub in S tier — the case for the reigning champ going back-to-back APAC is stacked — why Panda and Clement expect APAC to outperform and CN to underperform The Seoill conversation — why Korea's youngest star might be the most generational talent in the field Dankmemes debate — does his dominant tier two run translate to Tactician's Crown? Dark horses: Safo, Ringo, UpsetMax, and who each host is championing to outperform

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by newly promoted tier one players Dankmemes and UpsetMax. Fresh off qualifying through regionals week one to break down the week one results, preview regionals week 2, and tier list all 32 players competing for Tactician's Crown slots in AMER.We cover:- Meta breakdown heading into regionals | Fast Nine, Anima, Vanguard vs Vex AP and what performed best- Play-ins recap | the most stacked bottom eight in history including Filip and Bossoskills- Week 1 results | who made TPC and who got relegated, including Maikel and Prestivant going out early- Dankmemes and UpsetMax on their journeys to finally breaking into T1- Double getting relegated from EMEA for the first time ever- Brazil now having six TPC spots and the newcomers making waves- Full 32-player tier list for regionals week 2 | who's winning worlds and who has something to prove- Regionals week 2 format breakdown and why consistency beats flippingChapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:02:57 - Meta breakdown heading into regionals00:12:44 - Play-ins recap00:19:55 - Week 1 Recap00:51:44 - Tierlist01:39:40 - OutroFollow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet17 #TFTRegionals #TacticiansCrown #TFTCompetitive #TierList

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by Marcel P and Soju to break down Cup 3 of the TPC, relive the first-ever 7-game checkmate final lobby in Americas history, and preview who's got what it takes heading into Regional Finals. Oh also, CLE hasn't had his baby yet. But soon™ We cover: - Marcel's crazy comeback in Pro Points and the Tiebreaker ruling. - How Soju won Cup 3 on five hours of sleep while watching the CS2 Major - The first 7-game checkmate lobby in Americas TFT history - Qualifier Point slots to Tactician's Crown & whether the system should change - Regionals Week 1 preview - TFTManager.com (go check it out and tell your favorite streamers to play) - Fantasy draft final standings 00:00 - Intro & Guests 05:00 - Cup 3 Standings 18:00 - Marcel's Tiebreaker 38:00 - The 7-Game Lobby 58:00 - Pro Points & Tac Crown 1:12:00 - Fantasy Recap & TFT Manager 1:28:00 - Regionals Preview Follow us on all platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088 Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcast Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TacticionsCrown #TFTRegionals #ProPoints #Soju

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by two-time world champion Dishsoap to break down the #PauseGate ruling, preview the final TPC cup of Set 17, and run through the updated Roll Down Rankings. We cover: - #PauseGate ruling — what Jedusor lost, why communication was the real issue, and Dishsoap's take - EWC global qualifier recap - Final TPC preview — the new patch, what changed, and how Dish is prepping - Pro points race — who's locked in, who's on the bubble, and can anyone catch Darth? - Roll Down Rankings — Darth surging to second, Chunington's historic rise, Jose Deleted's comeback Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:11 - EWC Global Qualifier Recap 00:05:28 - #PauseGate — The Ruling and Reactions 00:28:44 - Anima Cup Preview 00:44:51 - Rolldown Rankings 01:13:12 - Outro Follow us on all platforms:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203 #TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet17 #Dishsoap #TFTCompetitive #AnimaCup #PauseGate

In this episode of The Rolldown, CLE and Gangly are joined by reigning Tactician's Crown champion and Dark Star Cup winner Darth Nub to break down both Dark Star Cups, the controversial pause incident in the EMEA home cup, the pro points race heading into the final TPC, and what it means for Darth to be heading back to Worlds.We cover:- Darth and Fnatic qualifying for EWC Paris- AMER Dark Star Cup breakdown — Darth winning in five games and Travis's checkmate near-miss- #PauseGate - what happened, Jedusor's explanation, and what should happen next- The pro points race - who's in danger of relegation and what the final cup means- MetaTFT stats corner- Does Darth ruin the Pro Points slot for Soju or Wasianiverson?- Fantasy draft updateChapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:02:00 - EWC00:07:18 - AMER Dark Star Cup00:31:00 - EMEA Dark Star Cup00:40:27 - #PauseGate01:00:13 - Where does Darth Nub Rank?01:03:13 - Pro Points Standings01:08:00 - Meta TFT Stats Corner01:12:15 - TPC Fantasy01:15:46 - OutroFollow us on all platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/56LvyMtaiTNwDtfHaJY3sK?si=e664e1d027c34088 Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c531695-810a-4861-9d77-9284f650f403/the-rolldown---a-tft-esports-podcast Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rolldown-a-tft-esports-podcast/id1835770203#TFT #TFTEsports #TheRolldown #TFTSet17 #TacticiansCrown #DarthNub #TFTCompetitive #DarkStarCup