CN Franchising Wishlist

1. EDG (Obvious)
2. BiliBili (Better than NRG, not in good form right now however)
3. FunPlus Phoenix (Solid roster than is already ready for franchise with only 1 import)
4. Rare Atom (Need to solve IGL issue if yoman is cut)
5. Trace Esports (Not sure of the logistics of CN franchising, but this roster is full of contenders. FengF > Zekken)
6. Attacking Soul Esports (Inconsistent but a very fun team)
7. Weibo gaming (Most likely will buy their way in)
8. Ninja in Pyjamas (Same as 7)
9. JDG (Brand Recognition + Vici)
10. Top Esports (Sylvan and Eko will be tough to choose between)

Ascension Winner/ Dark Horses - Dragon Ranger, Royal Never Give Up

where LGD

T1 gonna swoop in for Stew (saya down form) and Sylvan (proper smokes player) + 1 more random signing to make 10 person roster.

Tanmayyy [#2]

where LGD

In all honesty I'd prefer them over NIP, but I think NIP are already locked in

where tyloo

cocoluna [#6]

where tyloo

Stuck in t2 sadly, I think they need better coaching because the roster is honestly good enough for low and even as high as mid Tier 1, but their performance lately has been lacking severely

Personally I can't find fault in this list. Good job!

yawnster [#5]

y0y

shut up yay

Warlordwibz [#3]

T1 gonna swoop in for Stew (saya down form) and Sylvan (proper smokes player) + 1 more random signing to make 10 person roster.

Plausible but I'd like to see stew stay in China.

That win against NRG is just a matchup problem bruh, NRG literally always wins against DRX, the team that destroyed BLG

RNG is suffering from back pay issues, according to some channels of information. It seems that all the roster might sell at a marked price (ignore this sxxt team). I hope that DRG and TEC can get the temporary seat (idk if TEC could go up as a temporary seat team, or being purchased). And I think Tyloo might get a seat, replacing JDG, WBG or NIP (although tylose everyday).

dont forget LNG now has a valorant team, i have basically the same wishlist but

-ASE
+LNG (brand recognition)

ASE my goat hfmi 🙏

geospliced [#10]

Plausible but I'd like to see stew stay in China.

sadly the world is run by money :(

Obsidian_Echo [#15]

sadly the world is run by money :(

Very true. But I do know that CN Esport market is very big, so maybe...

rosso4000 [#13]

dont forget LNG now has a valorant team, i have basically the same wishlist but

-ASE
+LNG (brand recognition)

If LNG actually gets franchised I can see them buying a bunch of T2 players from teams like TYLOO, NWG, or even TEC

Crorcrorc [#12]

RNG is suffering from back pay issues, according to some channels of information. It seems that all the roster might sell at a marked price (ignore this sxxt team). I hope that DRG and TEC can get the temporary seat (idk if TEC could go up as a temporary seat team, or being purchased). And I think Tyloo might get a seat, replacing JDG, WBG or NIP (although tylose everyday).

That stinks if thats the case, hate it that money does indeed impact a lot of this

ZettGundam [#11]

That win against NRG is just a matchup problem bruh, NRG literally always wins against DRX, the team that destroyed BLG

Keep coping bro. Losing 0 4 is crazy.

Warlordwibz [#3]

T1 gonna swoop in for Stew (saya down form) and Sylvan (proper smokes player) + 1 more random signing to make 10 person roster.

saya is t1 franchise player they won't replace him

geng will grab sylvan back tho once they realize signing a ranked player is stupid

Is it about orgs or about players?
If it's about players, then 7-9 are jokes.
If it's about orgs then all "wishes" can be irrelevant, except for EDG, BLG, FPX, RNG, IG, LGD and maybe RA, ASE, NIP, TYLOO

Miting [#21]

Is it about orgs or about players?
If it's about players, then 7-9 are jokes.
If it's about orgs then all "wishes" can be irrelevant, except for EDG, BLG, FPX, RNG, IG, LGD and maybe RA, ASE, NIP, TYLOO

I'm sure both are considered in some sense.

geospliced [#22]

I'm sure both are considered in some sense.

maybe Riots/Tencents will say: RA is too small organisation for us. We let LNG our slot (team has 25 points for 3 tournaments) and players will look for a new "house" etc. Or maybe Them to force LNG to buyout roster of RA. Names were taken spontaneously as an example
It all will depend on the rules and agreements

geospliced [#22]

I'm sure both are considered in some sense.

No, much like the other regions the focus is on the organization and what they can contribute to the VALORANT esports scene long-term. The roster is irrelevant to partnerships, but having a track record of competitive rosters is an added plus for your chances getting in.

BoDork [#24]

No, much like the other regions the focus is on the organization and what they can contribute to the VALORANT esports scene long-term. The roster is irrelevant to partnerships, but having a track record of competitive rosters is an added plus for your chances getting in.

I think I get it now. Thank you so much for the knowledge!

Miting [#23]

maybe Riots/Tencents will say: RA is too small organisation for us. We let LNG our slot (team has 25 points for 3 tournaments) and players will look for a new "house" etc. Or maybe Them to force LNG to buyout roster of RA. Names were taken spontaneously as an example
It all will depend on the rules and agreements

They might, but imo RA's built up quite a fanbase in the Valorant scene, and they're also a partnered LPL team, so I think there's a good chance RA gets in. I think LNG's also a brand recognition type team that's well known in the CN esports scene in general and they might very well take the slot from a team like RA if RIOT deems them not good enough for whatever reason.

geospliced [#26]

They might, but imo RA's built up quite a fanbase in the Valorant scene, and they're also a partnered LPL team, so I think there's a good chance RA gets in. I think LNG's also a brand recognition type team that's well known in the CN esports scene in general and they might very well take the slot from a team like RA if RIOT deems them not good enough for whatever reason.

then you should add IG in the context of the strong organizations too

Miting [#27]

then you should add IG in the context of the strong organizations too

I don't remember where I saw it but I did read an article just a bit ago that said IG isn't making franchise.

EDG, BBG, WBG and FPX is probably locked in for franchise.
personally i want tyloo to get in but... it seems rough for them.

Miting [#21]

Is it about orgs or about players?
If it's about players, then 7-9 are jokes.
If it's about orgs then all "wishes" can be irrelevant, except for EDG, BLG, FPX, RNG, IG, LGD and maybe RA, ASE, NIP, TYLOO

I agree with your stance on 7-9

Ullyr [#19]

Keep coping bro. Losing 0 4 is crazy.

even if its true, NRG rent free in BLG fans head

sh1nj1 [#20]

saya is t1 franchise player they won't replace him

geng will grab sylvan back tho once they realize signing a ranked player is stupid

Karon isn't a ranked player tf

Nisham [#32]

Karon isn't a ranked player tf

Karon is someone who did well in tryout.
https://twitter.com/arnoldwh/status/1727537813430878468

ZettGundam [#31]

even if its true, NRG rent free in BLG fans head

The same can be said for NRG fans...

Subwaywang [#7]

Stuck in t2 sadly, I think they need better coaching because the roster is honestly good enough for low and even as high as mid Tier 1, but their performance lately has been lacking severely

Looks like imma have to step in