Heartsteel, the all-male virtual group by Riot Games, wowed audiences at the League of Legends Worlds 2023 opening ceremony in Seoul, South Korea. The group features six popular League of Legends champions: Ezreal, Kayn, Aphelios, Yone, K’Sante, and Sett.
The ceremony showcased an incredible live performance of Heartsteel’s debut song “Paranoia” by four real-life musicians. With the help of augmented reality effects, the stage came alive, creating a truly unforgettable experience.
The electrifying performance began with American artist Cal Scruby embodying Kayn, singing and wielding a massive Darkin Scythe prop. EXO’s Baekhyun followed, dressed as Heartsteel Ezreal, with a stunning animated projection of Ezreal behind him, unleashing a spectacular Trueshot Barrage through AR technology.
Next, Ozi took the stage, channeling the essence of Sett with powerful rap lines. Tobi Lou, representing K’Sante, showcased his formidable vocals in the bridge of “Paranoia.”
The climax of the performance came as the massive LED screen shattered, revealing augmented reality versions of all six Heartsteel members. The champions and artists sang and danced together, reminiscent of Riot’s previous sensation, the all-girl group K/DA, during Worlds 2018.
Immediately after the Heartsteel spectacle, Mako and Tyler Smith, the vocalist of The Word Alive, delivered a haunting rendition of the Worlds 2018 anthem, “Rise.”
LoL Heartsteel Roles and Vocalists:
| Heartsteel Member | Role | Musical Artist Collaboration |
|——————-|———————-|——————————|
| Ezreal | Vocalist | Baekhyun |
| Kayn (Legendary skin) | Rapper, instrumentalist | Cal Scruby |
| Aphelios | Instrumentalist, songwriter | N/A |
| Yone (with Prestige Edition) | Producer | N/A |
| K’Sante | Co-leader, vocalist | Tobi Lou |
| Sett | Co-leader, rapper | ØZI |
Baekhyun, a top vocalist in K-pop and a member of EXO and SuperM, gained global popularity with his group and solo albums like “City Lights,” “Delight,” and “Bambi.”
Cal Scruby, an LA-based rapper known for clever lyrics and quirky visuals, has collaborated with brands like the NFL, EA Sports, and Ciroc Vodka, in addition to his work with Riot.
ØZI, born in LA and raised in Taipei, is a versatile Mandarin music star, earning accolades as a singer-songwriter, producer, performer, and creative director. His debut album, “ØZI: The Album,” received six Golden Melody Awards nominations.
Tobi Lou, born in Nigeria and raised in Chicago, is a multi-talented artist blending hip-hop, R&B, and pop. His breakout single, “Buff Baby,” gained him recognition as an artist to watch in the contemporary music scene.
Source: ONEESPORTS
