Scout Becomes LPL Resident: A Historic Event for Edward Gaming

The world of eSports continues to surprise with unusual twists. The legendary midlaner of Edward Gaming, 23-year-old Korean Lee “Scout” Ye Chan, has officially received the status of a resident of the Chinese league LPL. This is a significant event, because Scout spent six years in Edward Gaming, playing as a legionnaire, and has now become the second foreign player in the history of the league to receive this prestigious status. For the team, this decision is like opening up new horizons. Now Edward Gaming can sign another foreign player without violating the strict rules of Riot Games, which limit the number of legionnaires in the roster to two. Now the club has only one legionnaire left – shooter Park “Viper” Du Hyung, which makes it possible to significantly strengthen the roster, perhaps with another star player from Korea or Taiwan.
It is noteworthy that Scout became the second foreign player who managed to achieve such recognition. A pioneer in this regard was Kim “Doinb” Tae-sang, another Korean midlaner who became a resident of the LPL in 2019. Doinb has played for several Chinese teams and won numerous titles, including a Worlds victory with FPX Esports. The process of becoming a resident was previously simpler: until 2016, it was enough to spend four years in the country. However, with Riot Games’ tightening rules, this opportunity became available only after obtaining Chinese citizenship. This highlights the level of dedication of Scout, who has fully integrated into the local gaming community.
Over the years, Chinese teams have actively recruited players from Korea and Taiwan, known for their skill and discipline. Scout has been a real find for Edward Gaming, helping the team win numerous titles over the past six years, including Worlds 2021. Now, as a resident, he will be able to further strengthen the team’s position in the LPL, playing alongside the best Chinese professionals.
What does this mean for the LPL?
Scout’s recognition as a resident is not only an achievement for the player himself, but also a significant event for the entire league. It highlights the importance of integrating foreign players into the local community and how esports breaks down barriers, creating universal opportunities for talents around the world.
Will this be the beginning of a new era for Edward Gaming and other LPL teams? Time will tell, but one thing is for sure: Scout will continue to amaze fans with his skill and dedication to the game.