Some say second place stings more than third — but not in our world.
CBL believes every warlord who battles to the end deserves cheers!
For only when faced by such formidable rivals does victory gain true meaning.
Silver glory never bows before a golden crown!
Let us look back through custom tributes — to see how our runner-ups marched steel-hearted into their final duels:
[Take It Easy] — WSS
"Why So Serious" — the kings of enigmatic strategy; their name blends playful defiance ("play hard and laugh harder"). Their classic quip — "If we lose it was never because of weather!" — baffles rivals every time. A mainstay on EU servers — they wield Imperial Pike Guards like artists waltzing through carnage: dazzling yet deadly!
[North American Battle Flag] — COPE
COPE claimed the Americas champion last year — and fought fiercely again this year. Though halted at runner-up by new powerhouse ZOD — their hunger remains undiminished; no one doubts COPE will return as contenders of the crown next year!
[Blessed Oath Divine] — BOD
Though they fell unluckily last year — they fused old guard CNC veterans plus ex-champions YYY this time around, regarded as prime challengers throughout interviews. Even after falling valiantly versus PAE — they remain formidable adversaries. In this video BOD shares raw voice comms (adjust your volume!) Don't miss their fiery shouts on command!
[Yamas of the Ten Palaces] — SDYL
Last year's Chinese Mainland runners-up, known for ruthless tactics top-to-bottom ("From commander to sub — all are berserkers!"). When Yamas draws the blades — all enemies yield!
SDYL attacks swift as thunder without mercy — and defends in unbreakable formations. Their Orochi Samurai sweep forward like crimson tides leaving foes no escape!
Though fate denied them gold — forged champions know victory lies along rocky paths too.
Just as Conqueror's Blade has braved six years alongside its warlords,
We hear your hopes — and criticisms too.
Through storm or strife — we march ever onward:
For this is what it means to be part of CBL, what it means to fight for Conqueror's Blade — Champions win crowns, but those who never yield earn glory just as eternal!
May all warlords break through hardship — and stride tall for victory next year!