The KeSPA Cup, which wrapped up on the 14th, was a bit of a rollercoaster. While the organizers certainly left us with plenty to grumble about regarding the event's execution, the games themselves were, dare I say, a proper treat. T1, in particular, brought us some delightful news by securing their first-ever KeSPA Cup title, largely thanks to the stellar performance of their new signing, 'Peyz' Kim Su-hwan.

During the tournament, 'Peyz' proved that his signature kill-securing instinct hasn't dulled one bit. He slotted into the squad with surprising ease, playing a pivotal role in their triumph. It is worth noting that T1 competed despite a hectic post-League of Legends World Championship schedule that left them with next to no time for proper practice. Achieving their 'first KeSPA Cup win' under such conditions is no small feat, making the upcoming season—where they'll surely be in peak form—all the more tantalizing.

As for the runners-up, Hanwha Life Esports took the silver. With 'Kanavi' Seo Jin-hyeok pulling the strings, they maintained a blistering pace throughout their matches, though the inconsistency between their high and low points remains a glaring issue they'll need to iron out.

Finally, Gen.G struggled to find their footing without key pillars 'Chovy' and 'Ruler', both of whom were away fulfilling their military training obligations. It was a rather underwhelming showing, but since the core roster remains intact, the expectations for next year remain as high as ever.