D+ Kia defeated BNK PierX 2-1, moving closer to the Legend Group.

Coach Kim Dae-ho, whose record improved to 8 wins and 7 losses after defeating BNK PierX, said, "I am happy to have won today. It was a very tough match, but I will review everything well and work hard to deliver a good performance." 'Lucid' added, "It was a full five sets, but I'm glad we eventually won. During the first set..." "We died too many times. It is even more disappointing because it is a composition I am usually confident in," he said, evaluating today's match. With this victory, his chances of joining the Legend Group have increased, and he also shared his thoughts on this. Coach Kim stated, "It is positive that the probability of joining the Legend Group has increased. I think it would be good to practice more tightly. Also, I believe we need to keep playing against strong teams to aim for the big stage." He continued with humble self-reflection regarding the pick of 'Mid Kog'Maw,' which became a hot topic that day. "Coach Kim stated, 'While the Kog'Maw pick itself was indeed planned, there were aspects we missed in other areas.' He added, 'To be frank, I believe it was a draft that would be difficult to win even if we did it again. Modifications and improvements are necessary.'" He also expressed his conviction regarding the recent trend of showcasing challenging drafts that differentiate us from other teams. "It is absolutely not that we are deliberately insisting on picks that others do not," said Coach Kim. "These 'joker' picks are much trickier to manage, but the return is certain when successful. Even if it means accepting losses in specific lanes, these combinations are emerging as results given the direction the team is currently heading." Concluding the interview, Coach Kim Dae-ho conveyed, "We will prepare well for the remaining matches to repay the fans who support us." 'Lucid' also concluded the interview by expressing a bold ambition, stating, "I will prepare well for the next match against BFX and bring home the victory."