The Riftbound competitive scene has been heating up, and the Hangzhou Regional Open just made history. For the first time ever, Master Yi claimed the championship title — a huge shift in a meta that’s been dominated by Kai’Sa for months.
In this post, we’ll cover who won, what decks made the finals, and what this means for players going into future events.
Key Details
- Event: Hangzhou Riftbound Regional Open
- Date: September 2025
- Players: 3,486 registered → 512 qualified for finals
- Winner: Maverick (Master Yi)
- Runner-Up: Master Yi (Mirror Match)
- Notable Fact: First time Master Yi has won a Regional Open
Quick Summary:
- Finals were a Master Yi mirror match.
- Maverick took home the title with a control-oriented build.
- Runner-up played a tempo-focused Master Yi list.
- Kai’Sa was absent from the finals — a big change from previous Regionals.
What Happened – Finals Decklists
Here are the two decks that clashed in the finals:
Maverick’s Master Yi (Champion)
1 Master Yi, Wuju Bladesman
1 Master Yi, Honed
3 Defy
3 Charm
3 Confront
2 Discipline
3 Mobilize
3 Meditation
3 Zhonya’s Hourglass
3 Find Your Center
1 Wind Wall
1 Primal Strength
3 Catalyst of Aeons
3 Whiteflame Protector
3 Deadbloom Predator
2 Mountain Drake
3 Dazzling Aurora
1 Aspirant’s Climb
1 Sigil of the Storm
1 Obelisk of Power
6 Calm Rune
6 Body Rune
Sideboard: 2 Sabotage, 2 Rune Prison, 2 Challenge, 1 Wind Wall, 1 Volibear, Imposing
Runner-Up Master Yi (Tempo Build)
1 Master Yi, Wuju Bladesman
1 Master Yi, Honed
3 Defy
2 En Garde
3 Charm
3 Pit Rookie
3 Stalwart Poro
3 Discipline
3 Clockwork Keeper
3 Zhonya’s Hourglass
3 Find Your Center
3 First Mate
3 Catalyst of Aeons
2 Tasty Faefolk
2 Whiteflame Protector
3 Deadbloom Predator
1 Sigil of the Storm
1 Hallowed Tomb
1 Obelisk of Power
6 Calm Rune
6 Body Rune
Sideboard: 1 Unyielding Spirit, 2 Sabotage, 2 Primal Strength, 3 Qiyana, Victorious
FAQs Hangzhou Regional Open
Was Kai’Sa really absent from the finals?
Yes. Both finalists played Master Yi, making it Yi’s first Regional win and a huge meta shift.
Will Yi dominate future events?
It’s very likely. Unless other decks innovate, Yi is poised to remain a tier-one threat.
What should I tech for the mirror?
Look at Maverick’s sideboard — Rune Prison and Challenge were excellent mirror tools.
Final Thoughts
The Hangzhou Regional Open marks a turning point in Riftbound competitive play. With Master Yi finally securing a major victory, the meta is no longer just about Kai’Sa. But one thing is certain: the race between Yi and Kai’Sa is far from over.
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