Buzz
Doinb unmistakably recognizes the indispensability of the LPL market.
A short while ago, after the conclusion of Worlds 2023, the LPL community was abuzz as the leading livestream platform in the land of a billion people - Douyu, underwent investigation by authorities. The situation intensified when Douyu's CEO got arrested, involving numerous streamers for assistance. Notably, the League of Legends community was concerned due to its association with prominent figures like Uzi and Doinb. Following this incident, Doinb literally disappeared, both on livestream and all social media platforms.
According to various sources at that time, Doinb might have returned to his homeland, South Korea, seeking 'refuge.' Speculations also suggested his purchase of a luxurious apartment in the most prestigious Asian neighborhood - Hannam The Hill. There were even rumors about Doinb's wife, Umi, spending time in Korea during the Douyu drama. However, all of these were mere speculations, and Doinb himself remained 'radio silent.' It wasn't until recently that the former 2019 Worlds champion made a surprising 'comeback.'
According to well-informed sources from the LPL, Doinb has accepted the fine and is set to return in mid-January 2024. Opinions indicate that Doinb may have realized the substantial benefits from the LPL and could fully compensate for any fines imposed. Furthermore, if he returns, amidst the unclear information, there might be a line of reasoning suggesting that Doinb didn't actually violate any LPL regulations or local laws. In that case, audience trust in the former FunPlus Phoenix star will remain intact.
In addition, according to many observers, Doinb has made his first update on Weibo since January 1, 2024. Although it could be an automated update, it cannot be denied that Doinb's Weibo account is still active. Therefore, according to various opinions, the streamer might be monitoring and eavesdropping on the LPL situation before officially making a 'comeback.'
Regardless of how, Doinb's return is a matter of sooner or later, and undoubtedly, he will still be one of the top-viewed figures in the world of League of Legends in the land of a billion people. With Doinb's capabilities, earning enough income to offset the fine (if any) is also not a difficult task.
