Honor of Kings Leagues Begin, World Cup Spot at Stake

As summer approaches, the excitement for the Esports World Cup in Riyadh intensifies, with the road to the championship now clearly mapped out. Today marks a significant milestone as the first of the Regional Leagues for Honor of Kings kicks off, igniting the competitive spirit among players worldwide.

Seven regional leagues are set to unfold across diverse locations, from the Philippines to Brazil, each hosting teams vying to be crowned the best in their region. More importantly, these teams are battling for a prestigious spot in the Honor of Kings World Cup later this year in Riyadh.

The Kings World Cup (KWC) itself will feature an intense showdown among 18 teams, all competing for the ultimate prize. This year's tournament introduces an exciting twist, as qualifiers from the Regional Leagues will face off against the champions of the KPL Spring season, ensuring a thrilling clash of titans.

**Gold, always believe in your soul**

The start dates for each league are as follows:

• Indonesia Kings Laga: Group Stage (11th-18th May), Playoffs (30th May, 1st June)
• MY Honor of Kings League: Group Stage (18th April-25th May), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
• Philippine King League: Group Stage (11th April-25th May), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
• Wildcard King Series: Group Stage (16th May-1st June), Playoffs (6th-8th June)
• Major East League: Group Stage (17th-20th April, 24th-27th April), Knockout Stage (2nd-3rd May), Major Last Call (4th May)
• Major West League: Group Stage (17th-20th April, 24th-27th April), Knockout Stage (2nd-3rd May), Major Last Call (4th May)
• Honor of Kings Brazil Championship: Group Stage (16th-18th May, 22nd-25th May), Playoffs (31st May-1st June, 7th-8th June)

If this news has sparked your interest in trying Honor of Kings and perhaps aspiring to be the next esports champion, now is the perfect time to dive in. For guidance on which characters to master, be sure to check out our comprehensive tier list of Honor of Kings characters, helping you decide who to play and who might be better left on the sidelines.