Gen.G and Anyone’s Legend enter as the clearest favorites to post 3-0 Swiss records, reflecting LCK and LPL dominance in domestic play plus favorable early seeding against Pool 4 opponents. Gen.G’s macro control, led by Chovy and Canyon, has translated into consistent international results, while AL’s summer form positions it similarly among top LPL sides. Bilibili Gaming and Hanwha Life Esports follow closely due to strong rosters and bracket positioning that limits early upsets in best-of-ones. T1’s historical Worlds resilience adds another contender, though variance in the 16-team Swiss format—where three wins advance and three losses eliminate—means any early loss drops a team out of flawless contention. Play-In results and the Round 1 draw on October 18 will further shape matchups before Swiss begins October 23.