Hoya

Known to most fans as Hoya, Yongho Yoon is a South Korean top laner who suits up for Shenzhen Ninjas in Pyjamas in the League of Legends Pro League. Now 25, he brings the steadiness of someone who has already navigated several competitive seasons, filling one of the most demanding and independent roles in the game.

Holding Down the Top Side

Top lane demands a lot of lonely endurance. Stationed well away from the fighting that tends to break out near the bottom half of the map, top laners often end up in long one-on-one duels, exchanging trades and controlling waves while receiving little help in the moment. Doing the job well means pairing raw laning skill with good judgment about when to teleport across the map and when to keep pressure on at home. Depending on the current meta, a player like Hoya might be asked to front-line as a sturdy tank one week and carry games as a bruiser the next, so flexibility is non-negotiable.

A Korean Import in the LPL

Hoya’s place on Shenzhen Ninjas in Pyjamas follows a well-worn path of Korean talent heading to China to compete. The LPL is known for its aggressive, skirmish-heavy style of League of Legends, which differs from the more measured approach Korean teams are typically linked with. Succeeding there means being comfortable with frequent early fights. For a veteran import, combining Korean fundamentals with the LPL’s fast, proactive pace can set a player apart.

Ninjas in Pyjamas has roots across several esports titles, and its League of Legends squad competes in one of the deepest talent pools anywhere.

Looking Ahead

At 25, with several seasons of pro play under his belt, Hoya is the kind of reliable veteran who can give a roster stability in the top lane. How much he contributes from here will hinge on how well he adjusts to shifting champion trends and how closely he coordinates with teammates across the map. If he keeps his consistency up, he should remain a dependable anchor for Shenzhen Ninjas in Pyjamas as the team works through the LPL’s challenges.