RRq isn't really a wildcard. They are maybe top 5 even top 4 possibly at this point. GE and NS are like middle of the pack with potential to go on a run
I think the challenge is whether the run with Aspas was a fluke or if this team means business. It's like football is R16 is where it matters but you get there by consistently winning in the group stage. Same goes for Kru.
biggest wildcard in china is WOL they have so much talent but can fall apart so easily, also liquid is the true wildcard of EMEA, they might not make another event or might even make a grand finals