A New Era of Worlds Anthems: True Damage Returns for 2026
The sound of the 2026 League of Legends World Championship has officially arrived. On Thursday, October 8, Riot Games unveiled “Know My Name,” the high-energy anthem set to define this year’s tournament. This release marks a significant milestone in the history of the 2026 League of Legends World Championship, as it is the first time an established virtual music group has been tapped to create the official tournament track.
The track features a powerhouse collaboration, bringing together the talents of SOYEON from (G)I-DLE, Coco Jones, Vic Mensa, and Sofía Reyes under the True Damage banner. This comeback is particularly notable, as it represents the group’s first fresh material in seven years, following Riot’s late September announcement confirming their return to the spotlight.
Celebrating a Dynasty: The Legacy of Faker and T1
Beyond the music, the accompanying visual experience serves as a cinematic tribute to the greatest player in the history of the esport. The “Know My Name” music video is a deep dive into the legendary career of Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok. It meticulously chronicles his journey alongside T1, highlighting their unprecedented dominance on the global stage.
The narrative arc of the video centers on T1’s historic three-peat, capturing their consecutive World Championship victories from 2023 through 2025. By focusing on this era of unparalleled success, the video mirrors the “dynasty” concept often seen in traditional sports-much like the Chicago Bulls’ 1990s dominance or the New England Patriots’ sustained excellence-solidifying Faker’s status as the undisputed face of League of Legends.
Setting a New Standard for Worlds
As the 13th official anthem in the history of the tournament, “Know My Name” shifts the tradition of Worlds music. While previous years have featured solo artists or one-off collaborations, utilizing a virtual group like True Damage allows Riot to lean into the lore and aesthetic of the game itself. With the 2026 tournament already seeing record-breaking viewership projections, this anthem serves as the perfect catalyst to build hype for the final stages of the competition.
