I wanted to use the kick-ass music we all know and love from the sick promos many of you have already seen. That ALSO means I went into this knowing the video would be demonetized. Please make sure to leave a like, comment, and share around for ya boi. I need to eat. Not this month, but, next month for sure. 😬 For those asking, full music playlist for the video (in the order they appear) can be found here ---> bit.ly/FakerPhoenixMusic
@@XDeej Hey man, huge respect. I'm curious, when you upload a video to your channel that gets demonetized for copyrighted content, are you still able to monetize all your other videos without issue and still be qualified for RUclips Partner?
Yeah, it doesn't affect anything other than this video. Some music will automatically block it from being shown in certain regions, some will automatically get a video demonetized, and some simply can't be used at all. Just depends on the rights holders and their standing instructions through the content ID system. I did something similar for a video I did on Overwatch where I used all Overwatch soundtrack music. Unless you go out of your way to skirt the rules, it's not usually an issue as long as you're careful with what you're using.
He is not the Unkillable Demon King because he never loses, he is the Unkillable Demon King because no matter how hard you hit him, he always come back.
You absolutely shouldn't have skipped over the 2024 run. It is his most important run. That run is what makes him the goat forever, it's like Jordan's sixth ring, even if it's so recent the odds were so high, so much stacked against him yet Faker showed the world.
I feel like there were a fair few things that happened in 2024 that definitely would have changed the tone of the video in a way that conflicted with the tone I was looking to deliver. If nothing else, I left some things out there to cover if I end up doing a follow up, but there was also a ton of stuff that already got cut from the original edit. This video could have been almost an hour if I kept everything in.
Funny enough, I'd actually much prefer to do longer form content that doesn't have as much cut out of it... But, my production and editing team are always after me to trim everything down lol
Well, I'd never hope to be able to contend with their tools, budget, or access... but, hopefully my presentation offers something you can throw somewhere in your top 5 or something lol
As a faker fan since 2015, i have heard and seen his story multiple times but as his story is still being told alot of times, i always enjoy new ways nad perpectives of the story being told (by big channels and smaller channels alike), you deserved a like a subscribe my friend! Amazing storytelling, vibe and editing :D
The most unfortunate aspect of creating this video now is that it will likely be 'out of date' come the 2025 season, for better or worse lol. Even still, as someone who isn't really into league myself, I felt like I had to dive into the legacy a bit more once I realized it wasn't just a typical "he's the GOAT" level of simplicity. Hopefully you felt *my* take did the journey justice.
14:22 this part really hurts as a T1 fan, the loss against DRX was way too painful like the loss against SSG man. It's like your long old scar opening up and aching all over again. Anyone will be filled with despair with a close 2 year back 2 back worlds loss like that.
The pain is absolutely justifiable. Though, wining the next 2 certainly takes some of the sting off. If only I could rush the stage and tell Keria that his time is coming in that moment. 😔
Oh look, another XDeej video that made me ugly cry despite me knowing nothing about the game. Music, production, scripting...there's something really special about an already great story being elevated by a great story-teller. Fantastic video!
I myself, know relatively little about the game... Sooooooo... Ugly crying was pretty much the only tool I had in the toolbox for this one I'm afraid. #SorryNotSorry
I'm consistently impressed by the quality of storytelling in Deej's videos. The time and effort put into learning the details, intricacies, and nuance of each story really shines through 💙
If there's one thing I enjoy, it's diving deep into a story. If there's two things I enjoy, it's telling that same story like I'm the one who came up with it. That said, thank you... This definitely took like, a WHOLE month to edit. lol
Using music that you knew would get you demonetized, but doing it anyway was a legendary move. I felt something so intense in my cold, dead heart when the nexus exploded right with the drop of Legends Never Die.
I think at this point, League and Faker's big moments almost have a default soundtrack built into people's minds. It felt off trying to deliver this story using anything else.
Amazing video and great story telling, Reaching the top is by no means an easy path, many have tried, and failed, but staying in the top for so long despite injuries, aging, mental breakdown, failures, and yet still there, is something that only a handfull of person did(including every sport category existing) Faker is the Goat not only in LoL, but a model to follow in real life also, Thank you for your amazing video
I'm never going to be a League analyst or commentator... and I barely know the game... but I've always known how to tell a story. Glad to know that the major points translated well and still held onto some value for you. Thanks for the kind words!
The segment starting from 14:00 is awesome. Really great shots and music choices used to tell Faker's story. I too, will be keeping my eye on the upcoming 2025 season with T1's new lineup
I'm glad you liked it! I wasn't a fan/player of league before this project, but now that I've done a ton of research and investigation, I'll for sure be tuning it to cheer him on right alongside you in 2025.
It's possible that lots of people who know the game far better than me focus more on the game than the story underneath it? Regardless of why, I'm super pumped you were able to enjoy it even after having gotten your fill on other takes on the subject. Thank you for the kind words. 😊
I actually considered doing a video on just that season for DRX after digging into the research. That season for them was like a movie. Absolutely wild.
I’d never really cared for esport, even as a 50yo gamer. But then Arcane hit. It still wasn’t enough to fuel my interest when Season 1 ended, but after watching Season 2, a 2-part, 3-hour long documentary on this Faker guy popped up in my feed. Watched that one, then another, then started to watch the LCK replays and what do you know? I am now a T1 fan. This video showcases once again the mettle displayed by champions, regardless of discipline. Faker really stands out in terms of achievement , work ethics and personal character.
I really love watching the best in the world do what they do... Even if it's not something I'm normally into. I think once you get to a point where you're not just world class, but you're a cut above all of those that are, just watching them do their thing is something special. I don't play league, and I'm not overly familiar with it by any means, but good stories resonate with folks regardless. I completely agree with you.
That segment was one of the first that I worked on for this video, and was the proof of concept that originally inspired me to make the whole project! Glad to know that the value I saw in that segment translated well in the finished version!
Awesome documentary! Great job! As a Faker fan, I'm pretty familiar with his story but you did a great job recounting it in a fresh way. I would definitely like to see a documentary on T1's 2024 run as well. More power to you! God bless!
I had considered covering 2024 in greater depth, but since the video was already getting long, and I cut a TON of stuff out of both 2017 and 2022, I figured either I'd end up doing a follow up, or I'd end up covering 2024-202? at some point on its own. Either way, definitely LOTS of great stuff that I had already written out and edited that didn't make the cut for the final.
Since I don't really have a League following on the channel, I wanted to cover a large swath of ground that felt open and accessible to all. If anyone here maintains an interest, I could definitely see myself telling more of these stories in the future.
What a great video, its clear that you put a lot of effort judging by the whole quality of the video. It was very pleasant and exciting to watch. Great job dude 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
Fortunately, Riot already does an amazing job, so there was a lot of great footage to pull from, but I'm super appreciative of the kind words and that you were able to enjoy the journey.
That's exactly why I love doing what I do, and comments like this are exactly why I find it so fulfilling. Thank you for the kind words and encouragement.
Having known little about Faker before this project, I can absolutely see why now that I've done a bit of research. Hopefully you felt what I was able to offer did the story justice.
Thank you for the kind words and encouragement! Editing took a long time, so I'm glad to know that it came together as a standout. Remember to share around if you're able.
Of all the things I've liked that have come out of Riot, the music has got to be right up there at the top. It sucked working on this video knowing there was no chance I could monetize it, but it still ended up fitting the tone and narrative in a way that I don't think I could have produced otherwise. So... Hopefully my next video does well too lol
I think the reason that many like to root for an underdog is more to do with the fact that we just all love to see people overcome adversity. During the video, Faker certainly overcame plenty of it... and I wanted to capture the emotion that journey made me feel when I discovered it. Glad to know I hit the mark.
26:15 tbh no one thought it was fakers final year. Despite having injuries he himself assured everyone that he found a treatment for it and the thought of retiring is still too far for him
By all accounts from those close enough to offer actual insight, he was diagnosed with CTS, which has a range of treatments from something as simple as physical therapy all the way up to surgery, and has an notoriously difficult to determine prognosis. Now, I'm sure LOTS of people didn't want Faker to retire... and Faker was probably number 1 on that list. But, I've done the research... and I promise you lots of people were also confident (at the time) that 2023 was likely to be his last shot at a world championship, and for super reasonable considerations. There were questions about his salary vs. value, his declining performance in previous years, and his age compared to the league average. After just barely limping into worlds, no one was expecting them to win, let alone Faker having another shot down the line. I'm glad it wasn't his last year, and I'm glad he healed and ended up winning even more, but the speculation wasn't just surrounding his injury.
Me encanto el video; resumio de una manera muy detallada, precisa y agradable "el viaje a través del tiempo" sobre la vida profesional de Faker. Grandes momentos, momentos tristes pero sobre todo, la esencia de lo que ha sido Faker para las generaciones, para los jugadores y para sus fans. Gracias por el video
Going back to the beginning to research this, it seems like every couple of years there was a new 'Faker killer' that was supposed to be the new new and it just never materialized that way. The GOAT is truly the GOAT for a reason.
Nice vid and storytelling. It would really be nice if you included the part after faker returned from injury they managed to crawl back up to qualify for the playoffs and still able to reach summer finals and be defeated again by genG..
The original edit was just a hair over 42 minutes... and it wasn't quite as tightened up or polished as the video you've seen. I'm almost certain *no one* is clamoring for my first draft stuff lol
Faker is Michael Jordan of our time. Michael Jordan after Michael Jordan. Great video. Didn't know you only have less than 3k subs. Top material. Subscribed.
I use a lot of different titles and thumbnails in the early life of a video to see what is the most effective to give people a chance to see it. I'm sorry you didn't like it, but that's ok... Not everyone's going to.
@@hikari1690 1. Saying you're disappointed does indicate you didn't like it. 2. You've heard everything I offered here, but I can't guarantee you it isn't 'no one'. based on the comments alone 3. "you scammed us" is a straight up weirdo mentality to have in regards to a YT video.
@@XDeej naw, I'm disappointed cause I actually believed someone so well documented as Faker would still have "a hidden story I didn't know about". Almost no one then. Hey, it's RUclips. Just commenting is already weird lol, commenting "ah, I've been scammed" or "damn, I've been clickbaited" or "drats, I fell for another one" is actually pretty normal considering
0:40 in competitive pro hands down faker but in solo queueing a rivalry between him and apdo in mid but overall apdo since he can play each every role in a top tier manner
how to know if you become a legend? when every road leads to him? not just that when every story of every gaming youtube channel leads to him!! different style of story different languages but same person...
That is correct. Since I was referencing their 2017 loss as part of that transition, I didn't update the year in my mind and gave the incorrect totals in that context.
Samsung team wasn't that young they where at that time a team looking for there 2nd wolds championship since the blue and white days, they even got a crazy story after the sister team was disallowed and only one team only
I don't think they were 'young' per se, but after the restructure, the team as it existed took place in 2015. Since the sequence took place in 2017, it means that that iteration of the team had only existed 2 years, which in my opinion, is relatively new compared to most of the teams they were going up against. Maybe you disagree with the framing, but I don't feel it's entirely inaccurate to refer to them as a 'newer' team in the context provided.
@XDeej i think its fair and i think the word could be after a rebuilding of the franchise after they won the worlds and restructuring of league of legends eSports that disallowed sister teams was probably another good way to describe that, cause o how historical two of tho franchise where.
I think the only person who can truly make that call is Faker... and he's gone on record to say he intends to play until he can't anymore. So, with 2 world championships behind him in just the last 2 years, I think the smart money is on giving him the benefit of the doubt. So, no... I don't think it's time.
I thought this is a story that we don't know but I think majority of this has just been clipped from other Faker documentaries. I was a bit baited lol, I thought you know something that we don't know that's why I watched.
I know my version and perception of the story. That's all. I just wanted to deliver it in a way I hadn't seen done. And yes, I had to use footage from T1 and Riot at times. It turns out that the people in the video did not in fact want to offer exclusive interviews for me.
18:48 I strongly disagree. You here say "he simply wasn't Faker". Yes it is ofc true Pobe isn't Faker, they are different dudes, yeah sure. But you say it to mean, in a way, that he wasn't good enough and so is the main reason T1 wasn't winning as much as when it's Faker playing. And here is where i disagree, Pobe was, individually, "good". He didn't throw games and did a good job. The problem was not coming from his skill etc, but from the entire team. ZOFGK was very special, mostly at that time, because 4 were kinda "rekless rookies", their play-style was very agressive and unique (comparing to typical LCK players), and they all have champion-pool that match that specific style. And this wouldn't work in any other team, no other team in the world can have 4 players going ultimate-bravery on professional competitive games. The only thing that allowed them to play that way is Faker, because of his leadership and game knowledge. First, he just knows everything. He knows if they can take a risk, if it will be punished or not, he knows where opponents will be before they even think about moving to. Second, he offers 4 others the space they need to play their style. He is able to attract 2, 3 or even 4 ennemies to him alone, and survive and/or even trade-kill, offering lot of space and time to his mates on the map. Having the "global taunt" effect helps others a lot to play the way they like to, on risky and/or exotic champions. And third, all those combined, with his legendary name, provides those 4 young over-talented headless-chikens a lot of confidence. They know they can play freely because they can count on him if it turns bad, they know he is here to guide them etc. And that aspect is very important for players who are kinda "new" to the professional scene (second season only for some of them). So it is not because Poby was playing bad and that they missed Faker skills to win games, it is mostly because they missed his aura. If you watch those games, like i did, Poby wasn't bad at all, like, for real the dude would 1v9 every games in LEC or LCS. But the 4 others were clearly not playing the way they used to. They were hesitating and scared of every move etc. Just because they lost the self-confidence that they have when Faker is here. Actually, Poby wasn't the one who was the worst during that month, the botlane was seriously questionnable for exemple. Faker is no more a skill based player that 1v9 games and solo-wins trophy (don't get me wrong, it often happens as we saw in 2024 Worlds, he was a machine), but a tactical leader and a captain who unleashs his team-mates potential. And here is the problem : T1 can't replace him. Like, they could have picked the most skilled player in the world, the guy wouldn't have made better than Poby did. And when Faker will retire, T1 will have to adjust their game-style and strategy.
1-7 with Poby... 8-2 with Faker... Despite me saying in the video that Poby was plenty skilled in his own right, he simply wasn't Faker. You can slice that 1,000 different ways if you want to, but it doesn't make what I said any less true.
@@XDeej "1-7 with Poby... 8-2 with Faker... " Yeah, so ? At what moment does it make all i said wrong ? And at what moment does it prove that Pobe was the problem, more than just other team-mates not performing as well as they used to because of synergy and confidence issues ? As you said : it doesn't make what I said any less true 🙃
22:49 my tears😭♥️ 24:34 absolute cinema🙌🏾🔥 26:55 I can't take it anymore, you want me dead with this video.😭🔥 The end of Worlds 2024 is rushed as fuck. Why? However, thank you for this magnificent video and for the emotions.
2024 had a lot more to it in terms of context, and also would have resulted in a sharp shift in tone for the video. In the end, the decision was made to remove a lot of what we had for the 2024 season (as well as other sections throughout the video) to keep the story I was trying to deliver tight while providing an opportunity to dive deeper into 2024 and beyond if I was able to do a follow up at some point. When/if that day comes, the other 15 minutes or so of already edited segments will probably get used for a proper sequel project.
he really snuck in the ruler varus vs faker azir clip and edited it to make it look like the game 4 moment and thought actual league fans who know their history won't notice it
I'm a storyteller... I didn't 'sneak' anything in. And it absolutely wasn't that I 'thought actual league fans wouldn't notice'... as it was more so, I didn't think anybody would be so cringe as to have an issue with it. Like, surely there isn't someone in such desperate need of grass touching that they'll "um actually" 1 clip in a 30 minute video... Right? Right? Turns out I was wrong.
I wanted to use the kick-ass music we all know and love from the sick promos many of you have already seen. That ALSO means I went into this knowing the video would be demonetized.
Please make sure to leave a like, comment, and share around for ya boi. I need to eat. Not this month, but, next month for sure. 😬
For those asking, full music playlist for the video (in the order they appear) can be found here ---> bit.ly/FakerPhoenixMusic
Damn making a banger video that you know will get demonetized is actually a crazy giga chad move
@@acads6059 There's no SHOT this video hits the same with generic music from the YT creator library. Had to do it to'em.
@@XDeej Hey man, huge respect. I'm curious, when you upload a video to your channel that gets demonetized for copyrighted content, are you still able to monetize all your other videos without issue and still be qualified for RUclips Partner?
Yeah, it doesn't affect anything other than this video. Some music will automatically block it from being shown in certain regions, some will automatically get a video demonetized, and some simply can't be used at all. Just depends on the rights holders and their standing instructions through the content ID system. I did something similar for a video I did on Overwatch where I used all Overwatch soundtrack music.
Unless you go out of your way to skirt the rules, it's not usually an issue as long as you're careful with what you're using.
u got a subcribe for me mah boi
He is not the Unkillable Demon King because he never loses, he is the Unkillable Demon King because no matter how hard you hit him, he always come back.
Real
You absolutely shouldn't have skipped over the 2024 run. It is his most important run. That run is what makes him the goat forever, it's like Jordan's sixth ring, even if it's so recent the odds were so high, so much stacked against him yet Faker showed the world.
I feel like there were a fair few things that happened in 2024 that definitely would have changed the tone of the video in a way that conflicted with the tone I was looking to deliver. If nothing else, I left some things out there to cover if I end up doing a follow up, but there was also a ton of stuff that already got cut from the original edit. This video could have been almost an hour if I kept everything in.
@XDeej i love your content, i would also love to watch the 1 hour video hehe 😅. Ill wait for the part 2 or rather a follow up video!
Funny enough, I'd actually much prefer to do longer form content that doesn't have as much cut out of it... But, my production and editing team are always after me to trim everything down lol
@@XDeej I need the unedited version like the dc boys needed the snyder cut
I'll see if I can talk my producer into releasing the 52 minute cut lol
It always give me chills and tears whenever I hear Faker's story. I've watched T1's documentary like a thousand times already.
Well, I'd never hope to be able to contend with their tools, budget, or access... but, hopefully my presentation offers something you can throw somewhere in your top 5 or something lol
As a faker fan since 2015, i have heard and seen his story multiple times but as his story is still being told alot of times, i always enjoy new ways nad perpectives of the story being told (by big channels and smaller channels alike), you deserved a like a subscribe my friend! Amazing storytelling, vibe and editing :D
The most unfortunate aspect of creating this video now is that it will likely be 'out of date' come the 2025 season, for better or worse lol. Even still, as someone who isn't really into league myself, I felt like I had to dive into the legacy a bit more once I realized it wasn't just a typical "he's the GOAT" level of simplicity.
Hopefully you felt *my* take did the journey justice.
i am just bored of not getting matches from lck n lec so watching it😂
It's the same for me omg ,i still have the skt t1 2015 world champion icon
This is Grade-A editing, boss man.
Much appreciated! It took long enough... I definitely hope it came out well! lol
14:22 this part really hurts as a T1 fan, the loss against DRX was way too painful like the loss against SSG man. It's like your long old scar opening up and aching all over again. Anyone will be filled with despair with a close 2 year back 2 back worlds loss like that.
The pain is absolutely justifiable. Though, wining the next 2 certainly takes some of the sting off. If only I could rush the stage and tell Keria that his time is coming in that moment. 😔
25:12 caster Jun epitomized what all T1 fans were feeling after this win.
It takes a true diehard to know that kind of pain... AND relief.
Oh look, another XDeej video that made me ugly cry despite me knowing nothing about the game.
Music, production, scripting...there's something really special about an already great story being elevated by a great story-teller. Fantastic video!
I myself, know relatively little about the game... Sooooooo... Ugly crying was pretty much the only tool I had in the toolbox for this one I'm afraid. #SorryNotSorry
He has ascended twice,
First in incomparable prowess and
2nd,
in unbreakable will.
Your Emperor has returned.
There is only one.
As long as Faker is playing, I'll be watching :D
I won't really be able to tell what's going on, but... I'll be in the same boat lol
I'm consistently impressed by the quality of storytelling in Deej's videos. The time and effort put into learning the details, intricacies, and nuance of each story really shines through 💙
If there's one thing I enjoy, it's diving deep into a story. If there's two things I enjoy, it's telling that same story like I'm the one who came up with it.
That said, thank you... This definitely took like, a WHOLE month to edit. lol
Using music that you knew would get you demonetized, but doing it anyway was a legendary move. I felt something so intense in my cold, dead heart when the nexus exploded right with the drop of Legends Never Die.
I think at this point, League and Faker's big moments almost have a default soundtrack built into people's minds. It felt off trying to deliver this story using anything else.
Such a great video! Reliving all of those emotions with all of the splits, MSI and Worlds is Incerdible. This Video realy deserves more Views
Well, it only just came out yesterday. Hopefully with a little more time it'll continue to grow. 😊
Ive seen so many documentaries on faker but none hold a candle to the storytelling you provide. insta subscribed
I'm glad you felt I did the story justice! Thank you for the kind words!
“Resilience, dedication, and mental toughness.” You have it in spades.
Thank you for telling a great story once again.
Party on, my friend.
I'll always try to deliver my best and bring good vibes where I can. Hopefully it adds up to enough most days.
Amazing video and great story telling,
Reaching the top is by no means an easy path, many have tried, and failed, but staying in the top for so long despite injuries, aging, mental breakdown, failures, and yet still there, is something that only a handfull of person did(including every sport category existing)
Faker is the Goat not only in LoL, but a model to follow in real life also,
Thank you for your amazing video
I'm never going to be a League analyst or commentator... and I barely know the game... but I've always known how to tell a story. Glad to know that the major points translated well and still held onto some value for you. Thanks for the kind words!
The segment starting from 14:00 is awesome. Really great shots and music choices used to tell Faker's story. I too, will be keeping my eye on the upcoming 2025 season with T1's new lineup
I'm glad you liked it! I wasn't a fan/player of league before this project, but now that I've done a ton of research and investigation, I'll for sure be tuning it to cheer him on right alongside you in 2025.
Incredible editing, I have seen almost all Faker and T1 analysis videos under the sun and this one come out on top of most of them 🎉
It's possible that lots of people who know the game far better than me focus more on the game than the story underneath it? Regardless of why, I'm super pumped you were able to enjoy it even after having gotten your fill on other takes on the subject. Thank you for the kind words. 😊
Drx win still gives me goosebumbs
I actually considered doing a video on just that season for DRX after digging into the research. That season for them was like a movie. Absolutely wild.
I’d never really cared for esport, even as a 50yo gamer. But then Arcane hit. It still wasn’t enough to fuel my interest when Season 1 ended, but after watching Season 2, a 2-part, 3-hour long documentary on this Faker guy popped up in my feed.
Watched that one, then another, then started to watch the LCK replays and what do you know? I am now a T1 fan.
This video showcases once again the mettle displayed by champions, regardless of discipline.
Faker really stands out in terms of achievement , work ethics and personal character.
I really love watching the best in the world do what they do... Even if it's not something I'm normally into. I think once you get to a point where you're not just world class, but you're a cut above all of those that are, just watching them do their thing is something special. I don't play league, and I'm not overly familiar with it by any means, but good stories resonate with folks regardless. I completely agree with you.
This is exactly what happened to me
28:20 this section is bittersweet now…
Strong shoulders end up carrying great weight. I'm just hoping that he's in a good place going into the new season.
That Ashes and Blood segment was absolute peak editing. Good job bro. Also, love the hat. Subbed and liked.
That segment was one of the first that I worked on for this video, and was the proof of concept that originally inspired me to make the whole project! Glad to know that the value I saw in that segment translated well in the finished version!
Awesome documentary! Great job!
As a Faker fan, I'm pretty familiar with his story but you did a great job recounting it in a fresh way.
I would definitely like to see a documentary on T1's 2024 run as well. More power to you! God bless!
I had considered covering 2024 in greater depth, but since the video was already getting long, and I cut a TON of stuff out of both 2017 and 2022, I figured either I'd end up doing a follow up, or I'd end up covering 2024-202? at some point on its own. Either way, definitely LOTS of great stuff that I had already written out and edited that didn't make the cut for the final.
Nice video! Very epic. Faker goated. Both the 2023 and 2024 t1 runs deserve their own video
Since I don't really have a League following on the channel, I wanted to cover a large swath of ground that felt open and accessible to all. If anyone here maintains an interest, I could definitely see myself telling more of these stories in the future.
amazing video! really enjoyed it
you slayed it man
Much appreciated! I'm glad you enjoyed the ride! More to come hopefully!! 😊
What a great video, its clear that you put a lot of effort judging by the whole quality of the video. It was very pleasant and exciting to watch. Great job dude 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
The only reason I'm assuming this isn't sarcasm is because you would otherwise sound like a paid chatter lol
Great documentary and great editing too!
Fortunately, Riot already does an amazing job, so there was a lot of great footage to pull from, but I'm super appreciative of the kind words and that you were able to enjoy the journey.
Great Video!! Your story telling was really good.
That's exactly why I love doing what I do, and comments like this are exactly why I find it so fulfilling. Thank you for the kind words and encouragement.
I see a faker documentary, I click.. Man I'm a sucker for faker documentaries‼️ THE GOAT
Having known little about Faker before this project, I can absolutely see why now that I've done a bit of research. Hopefully you felt what I was able to offer did the story justice.
Great video, loved the editing!
Thank you for the kind words and encouragement! Editing took a long time, so I'm glad to know that it came together as a standout.
Remember to share around if you're able.
Great job! Thanks for your hard work and sharing. I like the music arrangement most
Of all the things I've liked that have come out of Riot, the music has got to be right up there at the top. It sucked working on this video knowing there was no chance I could monetize it, but it still ended up fitting the tone and narrative in a way that I don't think I could have produced otherwise. So... Hopefully my next video does well too lol
5 times champion? I thought its impossible. But I was wrong
Ok, but hear me out on this... 6-time?
6th ks for Doran@@XDeej
this video was peak, man. great job!
Glad you liked it and appreciative of the kind words. Remember to share it around where you can. 😊
He's really just the hero of every League of Legends gamer.✨
It feels like there's no better role model to plug into that spot for sure.
this was great genuinely
The feelings I felt in this moment.
This is so beautiful. Im actually crying
I think the reason that many like to root for an underdog is more to do with the fact that we just all love to see people overcome adversity. During the video, Faker certainly overcame plenty of it... and I wanted to capture the emotion that journey made me feel when I discovered it. Glad to know I hit the mark.
Thank you for the video sir and Happy New Year
Cheers to you and yours as well. Thank you for watching! 😊
Great video man!
Much thanks and appreciation!
Sheeesh. What a roller coastal that was. I got goosebumps
26:15 tbh no one thought it was fakers final year. Despite having injuries he himself assured everyone that he found a treatment for it and the thought of retiring is still too far for him
By all accounts from those close enough to offer actual insight, he was diagnosed with CTS, which has a range of treatments from something as simple as physical therapy all the way up to surgery, and has an notoriously difficult to determine prognosis. Now, I'm sure LOTS of people didn't want Faker to retire... and Faker was probably number 1 on that list. But, I've done the research... and I promise you lots of people were also confident (at the time) that 2023 was likely to be his last shot at a world championship, and for super reasonable considerations. There were questions about his salary vs. value, his declining performance in previous years, and his age compared to the league average. After just barely limping into worlds, no one was expecting them to win, let alone Faker having another shot down the line.
I'm glad it wasn't his last year, and I'm glad he healed and ended up winning even more, but the speculation wasn't just surrounding his injury.
Whatever any Chanel told faker story, Ryu always there to reminding people his face.
If there was faker, there will always be Ryu.
ez arcanas perfect prediction
This was spectacular!
The kind words and support are deeply felt. Thank you for taking the time.
Comment to help the algorithm! Thanks for the wonderful video
Not all heroes wear capes.
Me encanto el video; resumio de una manera muy detallada, precisa y agradable "el viaje a través del tiempo" sobre la vida profesional de Faker. Grandes momentos, momentos tristes pero sobre todo, la esencia de lo que ha sido Faker para las generaciones, para los jugadores y para sus fans. Gracias por el video
Gracias por los cumplidos. Intentare hacer todo lo posible para tener mas buenas experiencias en el futuro.
When DWG win it all in 2020, We think that ShowMaker will take the mantle what Faker did in the past season, but Faker rose up again
Going back to the beginning to research this, it seems like every couple of years there was a new 'Faker killer' that was supposed to be the new new and it just never materialized that way. The GOAT is truly the GOAT for a reason.
amazing video bud! party on
Much appreciated. Big salutes for making it to the end.
Nice vid and storytelling. It would really be nice if you included the part after faker returned from injury they managed to crawl back up to qualify for the playoffs and still able to reach summer finals and be defeated again by genG..
The original edit was just a hair over 42 minutes... and it wasn't quite as tightened up or polished as the video you've seen. I'm almost certain *no one* is clamoring for my first draft stuff lol
T1 is the only team in league where their minimum expectations is the highest expectations of every other team
The crowd cuts no breaks for those on top unfortunately.
Wow, great video. ❤❤❤
So glad you liked it!
Faker is Michael Jordan of our time. Michael Jordan after Michael Jordan.
Great video. Didn't know you only have less than 3k subs. Top material. Subscribed.
can someone tell me the name of the song in the background? 20:00
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@lennartspdrn966 thx
I assembled a playlist for the full soundtrack in the video and put the link in the description. Hopefully that helps.
Only a minute in and a sub like and comment is in order. Great content. Faker is Forever!
A minute is pretty quick... Hopefully you got through the remaining 29 lol
@@XDeejonly my 3rd time watching. Happy new year!
Hopefully you're still finding joy in it then lol
Remember to help ya boy out and share around where you can! 😊
I'm disappointed that I fell for the obvious lie in the title. If a scammer called me saying Faker's car warranty expired I'd probly pay it
I use a lot of different titles and thumbnails in the early life of a video to see what is the most effective to give people a chance to see it. I'm sorry you didn't like it, but that's ok... Not everyone's going to.
@XDeej Never said I don't like it. Just saying this story is one no one hasn't heard of. You have scammed us
@@hikari1690 1. Saying you're disappointed does indicate you didn't like it. 2. You've heard everything I offered here, but I can't guarantee you it isn't 'no one'. based on the comments alone 3. "you scammed us" is a straight up weirdo mentality to have in regards to a YT video.
@@XDeej naw, I'm disappointed cause I actually believed someone so well documented as Faker would still have "a hidden story I didn't know about".
Almost no one then.
Hey, it's RUclips. Just commenting is already weird lol, commenting "ah, I've been scammed" or "damn, I've been clickbaited" or "drats, I fell for another one" is actually pretty normal considering
Our Unkillable Demon King 🔥
He's a supernatural being. 🔥
Nice fucking VID!!!! It IS not much, but you earn me as a subscriber for now on! Hoping for a full 2024 worlds expansion
All good things are often just the collections of many much smaller things. You're doing you're part, and I appreciate it.
Damn
im crying
Me too. It's the onions.
0:40 in competitive pro hands down faker but in solo queueing a rivalry between him and apdo in mid but overall apdo since he can play each every role in a top tier manner
I guess if I make a video on solo queueing, I'll have to keep that in mind.
Ya you’re wrong
you’re wrong, chovy probs best solo q player
thanks KT for picking T1
how to know if you become a legend?
when every road leads to him? not just that
when every story of every gaming youtube channel leads to him!! different style of story different languages but same person...
FAKER FOREVER
Damn dude, i watched 25min of this before looking to see you only have like 3k subs? This is so good you deserve much more. Subbed
Welllllll... in 100 more I'll be at 3k lol
Be sure to share around lol
6:30 You made a mistake here they didn't win 3 of the last 4 they also didn't win 2014. Its more correct to say 3 of 5.
That is correct. Since I was referencing their 2017 loss as part of that transition, I didn't update the year in my mind and gave the incorrect totals in that context.
Samsung team wasn't that young they where at that time a team looking for there 2nd wolds championship since the blue and white days, they even got a crazy story after the sister team was disallowed and only one team only
I don't think they were 'young' per se, but after the restructure, the team as it existed took place in 2015. Since the sequence took place in 2017, it means that that iteration of the team had only existed 2 years, which in my opinion, is relatively new compared to most of the teams they were going up against. Maybe you disagree with the framing, but I don't feel it's entirely inaccurate to refer to them as a 'newer' team in the context provided.
@XDeej i think its fair and i think the word could be after a rebuilding of the franchise after they won the worlds and restructuring of league of legends eSports that disallowed sister teams was probably another good way to describe that, cause o how historical two of tho franchise where.
@@agreatquestion8830 I definitely think that's how you should say it in your video then.
Comment for algorithm
Kingly behavior.
T1 vs GEN G T1 WIN SUMMER 2024
I figure I'll cover 2024 in greater detail when I do a follow up in 10 years on the second half of his career lol.
Wouldnt it be time for faker to retire he's old now
I think the only person who can truly make that call is Faker... and he's gone on record to say he intends to play until he can't anymore. So, with 2 world championships behind him in just the last 2 years, I think the smart money is on giving him the benefit of the doubt. So, no... I don't think it's time.
@@XDeej yes
I thought this is a story that we don't know but I think majority of this has just been clipped from other Faker documentaries. I was a bit baited lol, I thought you know something that we don't know that's why I watched.
I know my version and perception of the story. That's all. I just wanted to deliver it in a way I hadn't seen done. And yes, I had to use footage from T1 and Riot at times. It turns out that the people in the video did not in fact want to offer exclusive interviews for me.
18:48
I strongly disagree.
You here say "he simply wasn't Faker". Yes it is ofc true Pobe isn't Faker, they are different dudes, yeah sure. But you say it to mean, in a way, that he wasn't good enough and so is the main reason T1 wasn't winning as much as when it's Faker playing. And here is where i disagree, Pobe was, individually, "good". He didn't throw games and did a good job. The problem was not coming from his skill etc, but from the entire team.
ZOFGK was very special, mostly at that time, because 4 were kinda "rekless rookies", their play-style was very agressive and unique (comparing to typical LCK players), and they all have champion-pool that match that specific style.
And this wouldn't work in any other team, no other team in the world can have 4 players going ultimate-bravery on professional competitive games. The only thing that allowed them to play that way is Faker, because of his leadership and game knowledge.
First, he just knows everything. He knows if they can take a risk, if it will be punished or not, he knows where opponents will be before they even think about moving to.
Second, he offers 4 others the space they need to play their style. He is able to attract 2, 3 or even 4 ennemies to him alone, and survive and/or even trade-kill, offering lot of space and time to his mates on the map. Having the "global taunt" effect helps others a lot to play the way they like to, on risky and/or exotic champions.
And third, all those combined, with his legendary name, provides those 4 young over-talented headless-chikens a lot of confidence. They know they can play freely because they can count on him if it turns bad, they know he is here to guide them etc. And that aspect is very important for players who are kinda "new" to the professional scene (second season only for some of them).
So it is not because Poby was playing bad and that they missed Faker skills to win games, it is mostly because they missed his aura.
If you watch those games, like i did, Poby wasn't bad at all, like, for real the dude would 1v9 every games in LEC or LCS. But the 4 others were clearly not playing the way they used to. They were hesitating and scared of every move etc. Just because they lost the self-confidence that they have when Faker is here. Actually, Poby wasn't the one who was the worst during that month, the botlane was seriously questionnable for exemple.
Faker is no more a skill based player that 1v9 games and solo-wins trophy (don't get me wrong, it often happens as we saw in 2024 Worlds, he was a machine), but a tactical leader and a captain who unleashs his team-mates potential.
And here is the problem : T1 can't replace him. Like, they could have picked the most skilled player in the world, the guy wouldn't have made better than Poby did. And when Faker will retire, T1 will have to adjust their game-style and strategy.
1-7 with Poby... 8-2 with Faker...
Despite me saying in the video that Poby was plenty skilled in his own right, he simply wasn't Faker. You can slice that 1,000 different ways if you want to, but it doesn't make what I said any less true.
@@XDeej
"1-7 with Poby... 8-2 with Faker... "
Yeah, so ?
At what moment does it make all i said wrong ? And at what moment does it prove that Pobe was the problem, more than just other team-mates not performing as well as they used to because of synergy and confidence issues ?
As you said : it doesn't make what I said any less true 🙃
"Yeah, so ?"
Well... I rest my case right there, actually lol
Documentary is great. But thumbnail is too edgy clickbait!
nah
22:49 my tears😭♥️
24:34 absolute cinema🙌🏾🔥
26:55 I can't take it anymore, you want me dead with this video.😭🔥
The end of Worlds 2024 is rushed as fuck. Why? However, thank you for this magnificent video and for the emotions.
2024 had a lot more to it in terms of context, and also would have resulted in a sharp shift in tone for the video. In the end, the decision was made to remove a lot of what we had for the 2024 season (as well as other sections throughout the video) to keep the story I was trying to deliver tight while providing an opportunity to dive deeper into 2024 and beyond if I was able to do a follow up at some point. When/if that day comes, the other 15 minutes or so of already edited segments will probably get used for a proper sequel project.
he really snuck in the ruler varus vs faker azir clip and edited it to make it look like the game 4 moment and thought actual league fans who know their history won't notice it
I'm a storyteller... I didn't 'sneak' anything in. And it absolutely wasn't that I 'thought actual league fans wouldn't notice'... as it was more so, I didn't think anybody would be so cringe as to have an issue with it.
Like, surely there isn't someone in such desperate need of grass touching that they'll "um actually" 1 clip in a 30 minute video... Right? Right?
Turns out I was wrong.
your vid is really blurry btw
K
Change the @ riot in description, should be @ riotgames
Too true. There's a lot of checklist items that gotta get checked off before a video releases, and that one was a miss. I've updated it now. Thanks!
@@XDeej no worries, just happened to notice it, love the video!