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Summoning Insight
by Last Free Nation
Summoning Insight is the longest-running, most viewed League of Legends esports podcast in the world. Each week, hosts Jakob "YamatoCannon" Mebdi and Duncan "Thorin" Shields break down the most exciting matches from LEC, LCS, LCK, and LPL as well as interviewing professional players, coaches, casters, and journalists from around the world.
Episodes
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Why Cloud9 vs KCorp is SPICIER Than You Think
Worlds 2026 play-ins: Thorin and YamatoCannon preview all six teams, with Cloud9 set to face Karmine Corp in the opening round. Play Worlds Pick'ems for FREE against fans and LFN talent for prizes and glory on the LFN Discord server! - https://discord.gg/zeWYq4JhEU Huel: 15% off your first order...
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LCS Viewership ISN'T What You Think
Thorin and YamatoCannon open on the LCS viewership spike and why nearly half of it came from one co-stream, then move through Jatt stepping back from the desk, Riot quietly killing LEC Versus, and Zuian being denied a visa for Worlds. Hims: For simple, online access to personalized and affordable...
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How Cloud9 FUMBLED Against Liquid
Thorin and YamatoCannon break down Cloud9's loss to Team Liquid in the LCS playoffs, the Demacia Cup field, the Asian Games splitting esports off in 2027, and Deft planning a comeback after military service. Shopify: Start your business with a $1/month trial period at…
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Cloud9 FINALLY Solved Inspired
Thorin and YamatoCannon on Cloud9 beating LYON to reach Worlds, Blaber finally answering Inspired in a best of five, FlyQuest crashing out in the middle of their own content controversy, and G2 looking transformed under Perkz. PrizePicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SUMMONING and use...
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BLG's Finals Collapse Is the Biggest LPL Upset Ever?!
Thorin and YamatoCannon on BLG collapsing in the LPL final, Tarzan finally lifting a trophy with Anyone's Legend, T1's worst year ending in another lower bracket exit, and Gen.G looking untouchable heading into Worlds. Hims: For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair...
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How Rookie & TheShy Are Shocking EVERYONE
Thorin and YamatoCannon on Invictus Gaming's late-career revival with Rookie and TheShy, JDG finishing dead last in the LPL playoffs, and G2 dismantling Karmine Corp in the LEC upper bracket. Huel: Limited Time Offer – Make healthy eating simple. Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF...
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The Whole LEC Collapsed And Fnatic STILL Missed Playoffs
Thorin and YamatoCannon on the LEC imploding, a hopeless Fnatic somehow still missing playoffs despite every rival collapsing, and the upcoming Gen.G vs HLE LCK Playoff match. Huel: Limited Time Offer – Make healthy eating simple. Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my...
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The MKOI Situation Just Got WORSE
Thorin and YamatoCannon break down an LEC that looks like it is falling apart, the most fragile team in the league, and why a team everyone underrated keeps proving the doubters wrong. AG1: One scoop of AG1 keeps your nutritional floor high with a multivitamin, pre and probiotics, superfoods, and...
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How Fnatic Pulled Off The IMPOSSIBLE
Thorin and YamatoCannon on Fnatic finally sweeping G2 for the first time in eight years, SK Gaming's failed vision, and T1's ongoing struggles. Factor: Chef-crafted, dietitian-designed, ready-to-eat meals in two minutes, with over 175 banned ingredients, so convenience never costs you your…
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The Hall Of Legends Is Already Getting The Third Pick WRONG
Thorin and YamatoCannon debate who deserves League of Legends' third Hall of Legends induction, whether Caps is the most ironclad regional GOAT outside Faker, and Faker's real chances at Worlds 2026. Shopify: The commerce platform behind millions of businesses, from first sale to full scale.…
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This Is The WILDEST LCK Season In Years And Here's Why
Thorin and YamatoCannon on the LCK title race between KT Rolster and DPlus KIA, and why this season's wins feel more honest than ever. AG1: One scoop of AG1 Pro delivers 80 vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and whole-food ingredients, now with creatine monohydrate, to simplify your whole supplement...
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The Telecom War Was A Mismatch and NOT How You Expected
Thorin and YamatoCannon preview the LCK Telecom War, T1 vs KT, and dig into the T1 front office drama threatening to overshadow it. Huel: Limited Time Offer – Make healthy eating simple. Get Huel today with our exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with our code LFN at huel.com/LFN. New Customers…
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Karmine Corp SHOCKED T1 And Nobody Saw It Coming
Thorin and YamatoCannon break down Caliste and Karmine Corp's stunning run past T1, Dplus KIA winning the League of Legends Esports World Cup, and the news that Dplus are up for sale. Huel: Limited Time Offer – Make healthy eating simple. Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online...
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Why Kanavi Being TERRIBLE in the MSI Finals Didn't Matter
Thorin and YamatoCannon break down HLE's MSI win, Faker's broken international streak, and G2's blockbuster move: Dylan Falco out, Perkz in as head coach. ExpressVPN: Full online privacy on public WiFi with plans from $3.49/month. Get up to four extra months free at…
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The Most Surprising Loss At MSI 2026...
Shocking MSI results have sent TES packing following losses to G2 Esports and TSW. How did it happen, and what's in store for T1, HLE, BLG, and LYON? AG1: Go to https://DRINKAG1.com/SUMMONING to get a free AG1 Travel Case with 7 free AG1 Travel Packs in your Welcome Kit with your first AG1...
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This Is The BIGGEST Problem At MSI 2026...
MSI 2026 has a big problem holding it back from being a truly excellent League of Legends esports tournament. Into the AM: Pick up our new collaboration t-shirt and shop the Fourth of July Sale with items up to 60% off sitewide. Please use our link: https://intotheam.com/lfn-tee3 ZenAI: ZenAI is...
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MSI 2026 MEGA PREVIEW (ft multiple guests)
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The Road to MSI Result That Shocked EVERYONE
T1 just knocked out Gen.G in five games to reach MSI. The episode breaks down what that loss really means for Gen.G, why BLG are the most frightening team at the tournament, and whether IG are actually putting the band back together. Hims: Personalized, affordable care for hair loss, ED, weight...
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Does SkewMond ALREADY Belong on the EU Jungler Mount Rushmore?
We break down G2's LEC Spring title, place SkewMond on the Mount Rushmore of EU junglers, and make the case that Dylan Falco is the greatest League of Legends coach in any region. FÜM: FÜM has already helped over 700,000 people take steps toward better habits, and now it's your turn! Head to...
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Why BLG's NIGHTMARE Loss Puts The Golden Road In Danger
Thorin and YamatoCannon break down BLG dropping to the lower bracket, the LPL play-in chaos, T1 finally edging Gen.G, and the national team politics threatening to undermine MSI. Hims — For your free online visit about hair loss treatment, go to https://hims.com/LFN Raycon — Get 15% off the...
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G2 Did The Impossible Again
Thorin and YamatoCannon break down G2's LEC upper bracket win, MSI qualification, and the LPL playoff chaos that nobody predicted. Hims: For your free online visit about hair loss treatment, go to https://hims.com/LFN AG1: Get a free AG1 flavor sampler and a bottle of vitamin D3+K2 (a $72 value)...
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The REAL Reason KeSPA's Asian Games Lineup Makes No Sense
We break down Korea's 2026 Asian Games roster, and why Canyon's selection makes no sense under any criteria. Shopify: Start building your business today with Shopify's all-in-one commerce platform. Use code SUMMONING at https://shopify.com/summoning Hims: Take control of hair loss with...
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The cvMax Drama That the League Community Is Getting WRONG
Thorin and YamatoCannon on whether cvMax's brutal coaching style is the real reason DPlus are imploding mid-split. Hims — science-backed hair loss and wellness treatments, with a free online visit. Go to https://hims.com/lfn Rocket Money — cancel your unwanted subscriptions and lower your bills…
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Why Fnatic Will ALWAYS Crash and Burn
Thorin and YamatoCannon build the case that Fnatic are the Manchester United of the LEC and diagnose why the same story keeps repeating. AG1 — Visit https://drinkag1.com/summoning to get a free AG1 flavor sampler and a bottle of vitamin D3+K2 in your AG1 welcome kit. Raycon — The Everyday Earbuds...
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The REAL Reason KeSPA Might Pull Out Of The Esports Nations Cup
We break down Faker's persistent wrist injury theory, whether T1 can make MSI, and why Keria's three-year re-signing might be the best news T1 fans have had all split. FUM: FÜM has already helped over 700,000 people take steps toward better habits, and now it’s your turn! Head to...
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How EVERYONE is Wrong About Creators Killing League
FlyQuest's co-streaming video fired up a real debate. Thorin and YamatoCannon dissect it before a full LEC, LPL, and LCK breakdown. Hims — Personalized care for hair loss, ED, weight loss, and more with 100% online access and no waiting room. Start your free online visit at https://hims.com/lfn...
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What Happened To G2?...
We break down why G2 are collapsing in the LEC while Vitality look like the best team in Europe. AG1 — A daily drink clinically shown to support gut health, fill nutrient gaps, and streamline your supplement routine. Go to https://drinkag1.com/summoning to get an AG1 flavor sampler and a bottle…
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How Did KT Become The Best Team In Korea?
We break down KT Rolster's shocking early-split dominance in the LCK, and whether Bdd and PerfecT are the real deal. ExpressVPN — Secure your online data TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/summoning to find out how you can get up to four extra months. Shopify — Start your business today…
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How One Streamer Brought An Entire League To Its Knees
Thorin and YamatoCannon break down whether Caedrel has made the LEC entirely dependent on his stream — and what Riot should have done differently. PrizePicks — Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SUMMONING and use code SUMMONING and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! AG1…
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The G2 Upset That Will Be In History Forever
YamatoCannon and Thorin react to G2's historic 3-0 wins over Gen.G and FearX at First Stand — is this the greatest upset in LoL history? Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SUMMONING and use code SUMMONING and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Hims: For simple, online...
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Why GenG Is Simply The Best Team Of All Time
Is this GenG the best League of Legends team of all time? Thorin and Yamato react to the latest results from First Stand, assess GenG's quick win over JDG, analyze G2 and their chances of getting wins against LPL and LCK teams, share predictions for upcoming matches, discuss a comment made by T1...
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The Biggest Match Fixing Scandal In LoL History?
Is this the biggest match fixing scandal in LoL history? LPL drama, TES match fixing allegations, BLG vs JDG finals, and First Stand previews dominate this episode as we break down the most explosive storylines in global League of Legends esports. From the shocking situation surrounding TES…
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Inspired Might Be The Best Player In North America
Inspired might now be the best player in North America after another incredible LCS title run! We break down everything from the LCS playoff upsets to LPL and LCK finals previews, plus a look at BFX at First Stand and G2 vs KCorp. We cover how Inspired consistently outperforms Blaber with elite...
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T1 Keep Losing To Weak Teams! What Happened?!
T1’s shocking playoff collapse, the cvMax controversy, and the rise of GenG, G2, and the LPL’s top contenders headline this week’s breakdown of global League of Legends action. From T1’s defeats to FearX and Dplus—described as some of the biggest upsets in years—to the explosive fan discourse...
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Is This T1's Most Shocking Upset?...
Is this T1's most shocking upset? In this edition of Summoning Insight, we break down T1’s shocking loss to FearX, the explosive rise of Diable and VicLa, draft gaps, bot‑lane dominance, and what it will take for BFX to challenge the likes of Chovy and Gen.G in the LCK playoffs. We also dive into...
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Los Ratones Didn't Deserve To Be In Playoffs (Objectively)
Los Ratones eliminated from LEC Versus, drama across LoL esports, and Playoff chaos — this video breaks down all the latest controversies shaking the competitive League of Legends scene. From the Los Ratones knockout and the LR & Kameto feud, to 113 vs Striker tensions, disastrous LEC playoff...
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Will Caedrel's Co-Stream Kill The Official LEC Broadcast?
Will Caedrel's co-stream consume the official LEC broadcast? LEC co-stream controversy, Los Ratones playoff hopes, and the future of franchising take center stage as the discussion explores whether Caedrel’s massive co-stream viewership could overshadow—and potentially end—the main LEC broadcast....
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Are We Wrong About Los Ratones?
Were we wrong about Los Ratones? LEC drama, KC superteam revelations, and LCS storylines headline this week’s massive esports recap! We cover Los Ratones’ shocking win streak, Caedrel’s emotional reaction on stream, the unexpected backlash toward Sjokz after a TikTok, Nuc’s complete mental…
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The Single BIGGEST Flaw Los Ratones Have In The LEC
LCK recap, LEC chaos, and LPL surprises take center stage in this week’s LoL esports breakdown — from DRX’s shocking early-game success with coach voice usage to GenG’s dominant form fueled by standout performances from Canyon and Kiin. We unpack Ruler’s headline‑making quote about only caring to...
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Is The LCS No Longer North American?
On a new Summoning Insight, we discuss LCS Format Changes, the 2026 LEC Talent Reveal, Dhokla stepping in for Zamudo, the new “First Selection” draft rule for LoL esports, Ruler’s fine, T1’s profitability comments, and previews for the LCK, LPL, LEC, and LCS. We break down what these shifts mean...
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This is the STRANGEST Team Playing in Professional League of Legends...
Is this the strangest professional League of Legends team ever? On this new episode of Summoning Insight, Thorin and Nymaera discuss the growing problems in the NLC, results from the Demacia Cup, the controversial LCK Cup format, League of Legends’ global login issues, and more! Visit...
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This Team's Rebranding Has Been A Nightmare... & League 2?!
Dive into this packed League of Legends talk show as Thorin and Nymaera break down the first looks at BLG and LNG in the Demacia Cup, BLG’s new roster with Xun and Viper, and what it all might mean for the LPL 2025 season. They also explore how meta picks like Maokai jungle and Aphelios vs. Xayah...
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How Did Cloud9 WIN Against GenG?! Off-season Madness! (ft Nymaera)
Ready for offseason League of Legends deep dives, spicy esports takes, and some unexpected gaming and sponsor stories? In this episode of Summoning Insight, Thorin and Nymaera break down the controversy around KeSPA Cup’s paywalled and region-locked broadcast, debate subscription models in…
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How Karmine Corp Failed Despite Having The Best Roster... (ft Zaboutine)
In this episode, Thorin welcomes Zaboutine as a temporary co-host to fill in while YamatoCannon is unable to appear on the show due to his coaching role with LoL Esports team Los Ratones. They dive into the philosophy behind Hot Take Point Made, discussing how intentionally extreme takes can be a...
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Will Professional League Of Legends Ever Recover? (ft MonteCristo)
MonteCristo returns to Summoning Insight for a one-off (for now) special episode with Thorin, and they go deep on Faker’s legacy, Riot’s format and branding decisions, and how modern esports narratives get everything backwards. This is a long-form, no-filter discussion aimed at hardcore League of...
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Top 3 League Of Legends Players of 2025 (EVERY ROLE & REGION)
Join us for a deep-dive into the League of Legends Offseason, where we break down roster moves, drama, and our own all-pro awards for LCK, LPL, LEC, and more. From Chovy’s dominant year in the LCK to the Bdd vs Faker vs Zeka debate, we cover standout performances, clutch plays, and how Worlds...
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The Craziest Offseason EVER? Biggest Roster Rumors, Changes, and Theories
In this episode of Summoning Insight, we dive into the off-season chaos, roster rumors, and the big talking point: YamatoCannon allegedly coaching Los Ratones in the LEC Winter Split. Thorin and Yamato break down the drama, the criticism, and the fan narratives surrounding Yamato’s coaching…
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Was This The BEST Worlds Ever? T1 Defies ALL Expectations For Worlds 2025
Experience an in-depth breakdown of the 2025 League of Legends World Championship with expert analysis from Summoning Insight. In this episode, the hosts dive into the controversial Worlds scheduling changes, the impact of condensed playoffs versus finals hype, and the potential benefits of a...
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How Did T1 Make The Finals AGAIN?? BUT Bdd Is The Best Player In The World!
In this episode of Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato dive deep into the League of Legends competitive scene, discussing key topics from Worlds playoffs scheduling to player transfers, roster stability, and format debates. They explore the pros and cons of condensed playoff schedules for teams...
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NA Collapsed At Worlds Again... Can The West Bounce Back?
In this episode of Summoning Insight, we dive deep into the drama, upsets, and standout performances from Worlds 2025. Thorin and YamatoCannon break down NA’s collapse, 100 Thieves’ surprise run, FlyQuest’s roster questions, Fnatic’s underwhelming showing and looming rebuild, and the strategic...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Summoning Insight is the longest-running, most viewed League of Legends esports podcast in the world. Each week, hosts Jakob "YamatoCannon" Mebdi and Duncan "Thorin" Shields break down the most exciting matches from LEC, LCS, LCK, and LPL as well as interviewing professional players, coaches, casters, and journalists from around the world.
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Summoning Insight is the longest-running, most viewed League of Legends esports podcast in the world. Each week, hosts Jakob "YamatoCannon" Mebdi and Duncan "Thorin" Shields break down the most exciting matches from LEC, LCS, LCK, and LPL as well as interviewing professional players, coaches,...
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