While most players complain about LP gains, autofill, and being hardstuck, V apparently just kept grinding – all the way to Master.
BTS star Kim “V” Tae-hyung is currently making waves not only in music but also in the gaming community. The singer has reportedly reached Master on the Korean League of Legends server – and he did it during BTS’ ongoing ARIRANG World Tour. The account has not been officially confirmed by Riot, but multiple reports and fan observations point to Instagram Stories in which V apparently showed his ranked progress.
From Diamond 2 to Master
V had already become a talking point in the League community in June, after he apparently shared his promotion to Diamond 2 on Instagram. That alone was already impressive. Diamond is far above the average ranked level in League of Legends, and the Korean server in particular is widely seen as one of the toughest Solo Queue environments in the world.
Now, he appears to have taken the next step. According to recent reports, fans spotted hints in a later Instagram Story that V had reached Master with 1 LP. That would mean he is no longer just playing in high Diamond but has reached the first Apex Tier in League of Legends – directly below Grandmaster and Challenger.
For many League players, that is the point where this stops being just “a celebrity plays LoL.” You do not reach Master accidentally. Even at 1 LP, the rank means a player has to perform well above the normal ladder level across many games. Mechanics, matchup knowledge, champion pool, map understanding, and mentality all need to be at a very high Solo Queue level.
Why Doing It on Korea Is Even More Impressive
League ranks are not always perfectly comparable between servers. Still, the Korean server has a special reputation. Many pros play there, Solo Queue is extremely competitive, and even high Diamond ranks are taken seriously internationally.
That is why Diamond 2 was already a major talking point. If V has now reached Master, the story becomes even bigger. There is a difference between a celebrity casually playing games and someone climbing into the upper ranks on one of the hardest ranked servers in the world.
Of course, one disclaimer remains important: as long as Riot has not officially confirmed the account, the report should be treated as community-reported. Still, the progression appears consistent. V has publicly played League before; his Diamond 2 rank was widely discussed just a few months ago, and the new Master discussion fits that same timeline.
The Tour Context Makes It Even More Absurd
What makes the story so clickable is not just the rank itself, but the timing. BTS are currently on a massive world tour. Rehearsals, travel, concerts, media obligations, and recovery usually do not leave much room for a serious ranked grind.
And yet V apparently kept climbing during exactly that phase. For anyone who plays League, that may be the funniest part of the story. Many players struggle to fit enough good ranked games into a normal daily routine. V seemingly did it between soundcheck, flights, hotels, and stadium shows.
That also explains why the reactions have been so strong. For BTS fans, it is another sign that V is notably talented not only in music and fashion but also in games. For League players, it is more of a reality check: while many have been stuck in Emerald or Diamond for years, a global superstar reportedly reached Master during a tour.
More Than Just a Funny Celebrity Moment
The story works not only as a meme. It also shows how culturally relevant League of Legends still is. When a BTS member’s ranked achievement sparks discussion in gaming communities, two huge worlds collide: K-pop fandom and competitive gaming culture.
That naturally creates friction. Some fans celebrate the rank, while some gamers argue about whether Diamond or Master is “really” impressive. In a way, that is almost perfectly League. Even when someone reaches an objectively high rank, the community still finds a reason to downplay it.
In the end, though, the basic takeaway is simple: Master on Korea is strong. For a full-time pro, it would not be unusual. For a world-famous artist on tour, it is absolutely remarkable. V does not need to be a Challenger for the achievement to matter. If the report continues to hold up, this is more than just a short social media fun fact. It is one of those moments where League briefly breaks out of its own bubble.