LCK 2026 Season Opening: Role-Based Teams Announced

The Korean League of Legends Championship (LCK) is preparing for its 2026 season opening with a unique format featuring role-based teams. The lineups were officially announced on Monday, January 5, 2026, ahead of the tournament's start this Friday, January 9. This format represents a continuation of the LCK's recent approach to season openings, building on the structure used in previous years. The role-based team format allows for creative roster compositions based on player positions rather than traditional organization-based teams, providing an exciting start to the competitive season. This opening tournament serves as a precursor to the main LCK split and gives teams and players an opportunity to showcase their skills and chemistry early in the year.