An Epic Battle Unfolds
In the heart of Esports Stadium Arlington, Texas, an electrifying weekend of esports and community jubilation took center stage. The Season X SMITE World Championship reached its climax as the Jade Dragons, in a jaw-dropping turn of events, raised Thor’s Hammer to claim the coveted title.
Triumph Over Adversity
The journey to victory was far from easy for the Jade Dragons. In a nail-biting semifinal clash, they faced off against the formidable Styx Ferrymen and emerged triumphant with a thrilling 3-2 scoreline. It was a battle that had gamers and fans alike on the edge of their seats.
The Final Showdown
With the semifinals behind them, the Jade Dragons found themselves standing in the grand finals arena, ready to take on the undefeated Oni Warriors. The Warriors had been on an unstoppable rampage throughout the final phase, boasting impressive victories with scores of 2-0 and 3-0.
The prospect of facing the Oni Warriors was daunting, but the Jade Dragons were undeterred. They swiftly seized the initiative, racing to a 2-0 lead. However, the Oni Warriors mounted a fierce comeback, leveling the score at 2-2.
A Bold Choice
In the decisive match of this intense grand finals showdown, the Jade Dragons made a daring move by selecting Pele, the volcanic Assassin. Despite Pele being perceived as a counter to Ymir, the Frost Giant, and the Babylonian Warrior Gilgamesh, this audacious decision proved to be a stroke of genius.
LASBRA, the player behind Pele, executed game-changing maneuvers that ultimately paved the way for the Dragons’ victory. After a grueling battle that stretched for 32 intense minutes, the Jade Dragons emerged as the triumphant champions, leaving spectators in awe.
The Season X World Champions
From the entire Hi-Rez team and the worldwide SMITE community, hearty congratulations go out to the Season X World Champions, the Jade Dragons:
- Nika – Nika Pataraia | Solo
- LASBRA – Lasse Halkjær | Jungle
- Dardez – Bastien Proust | Mid
- PolarBearMike – Michael Heiss | Support
- VaporishCoast – Luke Russ | Carry
In a world where victory is hard-fought and well-deserved, the Jade Dragons have etched their names in SMITE history as the champions who rose to the occasion when it mattered most. With SMITE 2 on the horizon, the future of esports looks brighter than ever, and the Jade Dragons’ triumphant journey serves as a testament to the boundless excitement and skill that SMITE has to offer.
