West 3

West 3 was an ad-hoc League of Legends squad formed from Western competitors for an exhibition or showcase occasion, and it never functioned as a conventional, season-spanning organisation. Rosters carrying names like this are typically stitched together for one-off broadcasts, all-star festivities or promotional matches before being quietly retired.

Two Names, One Temporary Banner

The line-up centred on Dumbledoge and Jiizuke, both of whom carved out reputations in European competition. Jiizuke in particular became known as one of the continent’s most electric mid-lane playmakers, a competitor whose willingness to gamble on high-risk plays made him a fan favourite across several top-tier rosters. Dumbledoge added further Western experience to a side that, by design, prioritised recognisable talent over the deep chemistry a full-time team would spend months cultivating.

Why Showcase Teams Exist

Because West 3 operated outside any formal league, it has no domestic standings, playoff runs or championship history to its name. Teams like this exist to serve a specific moment: a festival of stars, a charity stream, or a special-event bracket where the draw is the unusual pairing of players rather than the pursuit of a title.

With its event concluded, West 3 was disbanded, following the same pattern as similar temporary collectives. Its brief run means the team’s identity is defined almost entirely by the individuals who briefly represented it.

In hindsight, West 3 is best remembered as a fleeting curiosity rather than a competitive force. The lasting legacies belong to its players, who continued to be judged by their achievements with the established organisations that shaped their careers long after this short-lived banner was set aside.