Poby

Sungwon Yoon, known in the scene as Poby, is a 20-year-old South Korean mid laner who has quickly become one of the LEC’s rising names. Playing for Natus Vincere, he brings the mechanical polish that Korean-trained players are known for, even as he is still early in his professional career.

Why the Middle Matters

Players often call mid lane the hub of a League of Legends game, and the description fits. From the center, a mid laner can pressure both the top and bottom lanes with well-timed roams while still contesting a tough central duel. The role demands adaptability and fast reads, and it is often the position that delivers a decisive play when a team needs someone to step up.

A Favorite Champion With Range

Neeko is one of the champions Poby is most associated with. The Curious Chameleon thrives on deception: disguises that confuse opponents, area-of-effect bursts, and a crowd-control ultimate that can flip a fight. Playing her well means reading what the enemy expects to see and then punishing that assumption. Her central place in his pool suggests a player who enjoys outthinking opponents just as much as outmechanicing them.

Joining Natus Vincere puts Poby in a historic esports organization, competing in one of the most demanding regions anywhere. At 20, the LEC is a place where he must prove he can perform consistently against experienced opponents. The challenge now is turning moments of individual brilliance into the reliable, series-by-series output that elite teams expect from their mid laner.

Looking Ahead

Talent at Poby’s age carries real upside. Young mid laners who adjust to the European meta and develop strong rapport with their jungler often grow into long-term pillars for their teams. As he accumulates experience and widens his champion pool beyond his early favorites, Poby has the foundation to become a central figure for Natus Vincere in the seasons to come.