Koreans just aren't interested in Tier 2. Why would they seek out Tier 2 when they can bask in the glory of Tier 1? They're even more cold-minded than Riot itself, who ruthlessly abandoned Tier 2 because they're only interested in highest level competition. The same goes for wages. Koreans understand the fleeting nature of E-sports hype better than anyone else in the world, and in fact, Tier 2 players are paid accordingly.

If we're lucky, we'll be able to create an Astralis of Valorant someday, but permanent domination like league would be impossible.

Cuz there was only one Grand Final.

no. It literally means don't hurry. They said they gave it that name because the players were very young.