Riot Games, the developer of the popular game League of Legends, is set to launch a new virtual boy group called “Heartsteel,” much to the anticipation of fans. This will be Riot Games’ third venture into the virtual band industry, featuring characters from their own game, Runeterra.
The group will consist of six popular champions from League of Legends: Aphelios, Ezreal, K’Sante, Sett, Kayn, and Yone. Fans can expect their debut single, titled “PARANOIA,” to be released on October 23, 2023. The song is already available for pre-save on various music streaming platforms such as Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Music, and Deezer.
One notable member of the virtual band is Baekhyun, known for his association with the KPop group EXO. Baekhyun will be lending his voice to the character Ezreal. Fans are excited about this casting choice, as Baekhyun is known for his passion for gaming and his skills in games like PUBG and League of Legends. In fact, Baekhyun has previously played Ezreal in the S.M. Super Celeb League, showcasing his knowledge and expertise in the game.
Aside from Baekhyun, fans are also eager to hear the voices of the other members of Heartsteel. Kayne will be voiced by Cal Scruby, K’Sante by Tobi Lou, and Sett by ØZI. These real-life musicians will be making their respective debuts through Heartsteel’s first song.
While it is unclear if Aphelios and Yone will have voice actors, they still hold important roles within the band. Aphelios is the band’s songwriter and instrumentalist, while Yone is reported to be the band’s producer. It remains a mystery if these characters will be featured in the group’s debut song.
Overall, the announcement of Riot Games’ Heartsteel virtual boy band has generated much excitement among League of Legends and KPop fans. With a talented lineup of champions and real-life musicians, fans are eagerly awaiting the release of their first single, hoping for an unforgettable musical experience.
Sources:
– Riot Games (https://www.riotgames.com/)
– League of Legends (https://na.leagueoflegends.com/)
