The Beijing Riftbound TCG Regional Open brought together over 500 players and once again showed just how powerful the current Tempo meta really is. Much like the recent Guangzhou event, the finals came down to two familiar champions: Kai’Sa and Master Yi.
In the end, 闪闪 (Kai’Sa) claimed first place, while JHM 高冷白 (Master Yi) secured the runner-up spot. Let’s take a closer look at their decks, strategies, and what this means for the competitive scene.
First Place – Kai’Sa (闪闪)
The winner, 闪闪, piloted a Kai’Sa Tempo deck that blended aggression with clever sideboard options. Kai’Sa once again proved why she’s considered a top-tier champion right now.
Highlights of the deck:
- Champions: Both Kai’Sa, Daughter of the Void and Kai’Sa, Survivor provide pressure across multiple phases of the game.
- Board control: Tools like Stupefy, Hextech Ray, and Falling Star kept opponents in check.
- Tech cards: One-of inclusions such as Progress Day added late-game flexibility.
- Sideboard answers: Thermo Beam and Icathian Rain gave options to swing key matchups.
📋 Full Decklist – Kai’Sa Tempo (闪闪)
1 Kai’Sa, Daughter of the Void
3 Kai’Sa, Survivor
3 Stupefy
2 Cleave
3 Hextech Ray
2 Retreat
3 Ravenbloom Student
3 Falling Star
2 Smoke Screen
3 Watchful Sentry
2 Lecturing Yordle
3 Void Seeker
3 Noxus Hopeful
2 Sprite Mother
3 Darius, Trifarian
1 Progress Day
2 Thousand-Tailed Watcher
1 Targon’s Peak
1 Void Gate
1 Reaver’s Row
7 Fury Rune
5 Mind Rune
Sideboard:
1 Cleave, 1 Smoke Screen, 1 Sprite Mother, 2 Thermo Beam, 2 Icathian Rain, 1 Dr. Mundo, Expert
Second Place – Master Yi (JHM 高冷白)
The runner-up, JHM 高冷白, brought Master Yi Tempo — a deck that continues to show strong performance across large events. With a mix of efficient disruption and resilient threats, it nearly took the crown.
Highlights of the deck:
- Flexible disruption: Defy, En Garde, and Charm kept the opponent’s tempo in check.
- Durable threats: Qiyana, Victorious and Carnivorous Snapvine forced answers.
- Sideboard versatility: Unyielding Spirit and Sabotage provided strong counters against slower, spell-heavy strategies.
📋 Full Decklist – Master Yi Tempo (JHM 高冷白)
1 Master Yi, Wuju Bladesman
1 Master Yi, Honed
3 Defy
3 En Garde
3 Charm
3 Pit Rookie
3 Stalwart Poro
3 Discipline
3 Clockwork Keeper
3 Zhonya’s Hourglass
1 Wielder of Water
1 Sunlit Guardian
3 First Mate
2 Primal Strength
3 Qiyana, Victorious
3 Carnivorous Snapvine
2 Whiteflame Protector
1 Grove of the God-Willow
1 The Dreaming Tree
1 Obelisk of Power
6 Calm Rune
6 Body Rune
Sideboard:
3 Unyielding Spirit, 2 Sabotage, 1 Rune Prison, 1 Wielder of Water, 1 Whiteflame Protector
What We Learned from Beijing
The Beijing Regional confirmed what many players suspected after Guangzhou: Kai’Sa and Master Yi are defining the current meta. Here are some key takeaways:
- Kai’Sa remains on top.
Back-to-back Regional wins show that she’s the deck to beat. Players need specific answers if they want to avoid being overwhelmed. - Master Yi is still close behind.
With efficient tools and strong mid-game threats, Yi decks remain consistent finalists. - Tech choices matter.
From 闪闪’s Progress Day to JHM’s sideboard Unyielding Spirit, single-card decisions continue to swing entire matchups at the highest level.
Takeaways for Players
- If you want to compete, be prepared for Kai’Sa and Master Yi — you’ll face them often.
- Think carefully about your sideboard cards. These small choices can be the difference between winning and losing.
- Don’t just copy the lists — study how these players used their decks. Their tempo decisions and timing are as important as the cards themselves.
The Beijing Riftbound Regional Open was another exciting showcase of high-level play. With over 500 players and familiar champions rising to the top, the message is clear: if you want to win, you need a plan for Kai’Sa and Master Yi.
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