Dplus Kia Academy's Aggression Overwhelms HANJIN BRION

The Storm Breaks in the LCK Academy Series

The LCK Academy Series 2026 Season 1st Championship is proving to be a relentless proving ground for the next generation of League of Legends talent. On April 19, 2026, the atmosphere was electric as Dplus Kia Academy stepped into the arena to face HANJIN BRION Academy. While the series context suggested a high-stakes clash, what we witnessed in the opening game was a masterclass in pure, unadulterated aggression. From the moment the minions met in the mid lane, it was clear that one team intended to dictate the tempo, leaving their opponents struggling to find any footing in a match that would ultimately last 29:18 minutes.

A Chaotic Early Game

The early stages of this encounter were defined by a frantic search for priority. HANJIN BRLEON Academy attempted to establish a controlled, scaling composition, relying on the heavy artillery of Viktor to provide late-game insurance. However, their plans were quickly disrupted by the sheer tenacity of the Dplus Kia Academy jungle. Their Xin Zhao emerged as a terrifying presence in the river, securing a massive 4/2/10 KDA that kept the enemy carries constantly on edge. This jungle pressure allowed the visiting side to secure an early dragon and begin chipping away at the map.

On the opposing side, the HANJIN BRION Academy top laner struggled to contain the incoming pressure. The Ambessa player found themselves caught in a series of unfavorable trades, finishing the game with a staggering 2/8/0 scoreline. This lack of stability in the upper lane meant that the HANJIN BRION Academy side could never truly settle into their rhythm, as the enemy's ability to roam and disrupt lanes prevented any meaningful gold leads from being established through farming.

The Turning Point

As the mid-game approached, the gap in gold and objectives began to widen into a canyon. Dplus Kia Academy surged ahead, accumulating a massive 65.2k gold compared to the 50.7k gold held by their opponents. The decisive shift occurred when the Gnar specialist in the top lane decided to end all discussions. This player delivered a legendary performance, posting an unbelievable 8/1/6 KDA and contributing a massive 37.6% of his team's total damage. Every time HANJIN BRION Academy attempted to group for an objective, this transformed beast would dive into the fray, forcing chaotic engages that favored the attackers.

This pressure was complemented by the mid-lane dominance of the Annie player. With a clinical 9/2/8 KDA, the mage provided the perfect follow-up to the frontline's aggression, dealing 26.6% of the team's damage and ensuring that no enemy player could escape the initial burst. The sheer weight of these two players made it impossible for the HANJIN BRION Academy side to mount any effective defense.

Closing Out the Map

By the time the late game arrived, the destruction was total. Dplus Kia Academy had dismantled the enemy structure, claiming 10 towers to the 0 recorded by their opponents. They controlled the river and the pit, securing both a baron and a third dragon to seal the fate of the match. The Ashe player in the bot lane, despite a shaky 2/4/9 scoreline, provided the necessary utility to keep the enemy at bay, while the Seraphine support facilitated the team's massive 24 total eliminations.

The final scoreboard told a story of a complete shutdown. HANJIN BRION Academy was left with only 12 kills and a single dragon, unable to find any way to stop the advancing tide. As the nexus exploded, it left a lasting impression on the LCK Academy tournament: when a team plays with this level of coordinated aggression, even the most prepared opponents can be swept aside.