Riot Games, the organizer of the "VALORANT Challengers Japan 2024," and RAGE, Japan's largest esports entertainment company and tournament operator, co-hosted the VALORANT Challengers Japan 2024 Split 2 Playoff Finals for the tactical FPS "VALORANT" on Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28, 2024. The event, held at Ariake GYM-EX, marked the first time the tournament was held in a Tokyo venue in two years and drew a packed house.
After a fierce battle, RIDDLE ORDER won their first championship, earning a ticket to the international tournament, VCT Ascension Pacific, scheduled for September 2024.
RIDDLE ORDER Wins First Championship!
PR TIMESThe "VALORANT Challengers Japan 2024 Split 2 Playoff Finals" took place on Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28, 2024. Held at Ariake GYM-EX, it was the first time in two years that the event was hosted in a Tokyo venue, drawing a packed house.
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PR TIMESThe Semi-Final on Offline Day 1 featured a match between Sengoku Gaming and FENNEL, teams that had fiercely battled in the Split 1 Semi-Finals. FENNEL took revenge against Sengoku Gaming, the team they had lost to on the Main Stage, winning with a map score of 3-1 and advancing to the Grand Final.
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PR TIMESThe Grand Final on Offline Day 2 was a battle between RIDDLE ORDER and FENNEL. RIDDLE ORDER was initially cornered by FENNEL, falling behind with a map score of 0-2. However, this is where RIDDLE ORDER's comeback began. They ultimately won their first championship with a map score of 3-2, earning a ticket to the international tournament, VCT Ascension Pacific, scheduled for September 2024. We are eagerly looking forward to RIDDLE ORDER's future success! You can watch the broadcast archive of the fierce battle on Twitch and YouTube.
Comments From the Winning Team Interview
PR TIMESComment From JoXJo (@JoXJo_by)
It was tough. Starting from NORTHEPTION, then FENNEL, and now RIDDLE ORDER, I've had good members and good coaches, which is why I've been able to win three years in a row. I think I've become the strongest IGL.
(Translated from Japanese)
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Comment From Seoldam (@SeoldamTwit)
I am the happiest I've ever been in my life, and I'm happy beyond words. The team has good balance; we have the best IGL in the world, and everyone showed strong mental fortitude after going down 0-2. We are the best team.
(Translated from Japanese)
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Comment From Aace (@Aaceful)
Winning my first offline event feels like the best thing ever. I think my clutch on Bind and my shot calls were spot on, and I am the unanimous MVP.
(Translated from Japanese)
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Comment From Caedye (@CaedyeuS)
I was so happy I couldn't stop crying. I'm really glad we were able to win with this team.
(Translated from Japanese)
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Comment From yatsuka (@yatsuka_07)
I'm happy! Even when the team's scrims weren't going well, I always made an effort to show respect and gratitude to everyone. I really wanted to win with this team, so I'm glad we did.
(Translated from Japanese)
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Comment From Vorz (Coach) (@v6rzu)
Our start was poor today, and we made some initial mistakes, but I enjoyed watching from behind the scenes. I think everyone grew not just in terms of gameplay, but also as people. Since it was an offline tournament, things didn't go as usual, and we missed some fundamentals. The result was good because, starting from Map 3, we fought as a team, not as individuals. If we continue with positive energy, I believe we can also win VCT Ascension Pacific in Tokyo.
(Translated from Japanese)
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The Atmosphere at the "VALORANT Challengers Japan 2024 Split 2 Playoff Finals" Venue
PR TIMESOfficial merchandise sales, team booths, sponsor booths, and a food area were set up in the community area. Despite the heat, lines formed at each area, and many visitors enjoyed the event in various ways.
[ RIDDLEORDER - #VALORANT ]
Challengers Japan 2024 Split 2Playoff Finals Day 2🏆Grand Final
vs FENNEL @FENNEL_official
3-2 WINWE ARE THE CHAMPIONS 👑
ASCENSION PACIFIC TOKYOも応援よろしくお願いします！#RIDWIN ツ pic.twitter.com/iKtY3BLyx6— RIDDLE (@RIDDLEORDER) July 28, 2024
