LCK teams hold the strongest implied probability at 65% to claim the Demacia Cup Global Invitational title due to the region's top global power ranking and consistent international edge, even among its 5th- through 7th-place squads that missed Worlds 2026 qualification. LPL representatives sit at 36% on the back of comparable depth and recent split results that keep Chinese mid-table sides competitive in cross-regional play. Lower odds for LEC, LCS, LCP, and CBLOL reflect their regional strength scores trailing well behind the East Asian leagues, along with historical records showing limited success against LCK or LPL opponents in best-of series. The October 3–17 Swiss-to-knockout format with Fearless Draft will test these mid-tier lineups directly, with slot allocations tied to MSI 2026 placements.