On August 2025, our community gathered to welcome the arrival of Unmatched: Battle of Legends Volume 3 with a special casual showdown. Sixteen fighters entered the arena, including Loki, Chupacabra, Blackbeard, and Pandora — the new blood from the latest set. The result? A day of surprises, upsets, and early signs of how these new challengers might reshape the Unmatched meta.
Winner Highlights
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Joel stole the spotlight with a dominant run, piloting Yennefer & Triss, Blackbeard, and Ancient Leshen to claim the top of the standings. His ability to switch seamlessly between new and classic fighters made him the day’s most consistent competitor.
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Hans showcased the power of Yennefer & Triss, knocking out heavy favorites like Blackbeard and Geralt to secure multiple wins.
Meta Takeaways
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Yennefer & Triss = immediate impact – They were one of the most successful fighters of the day, showing staying power, consistent damage, and great flexibility.
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Blackbeard survives the storm – As one of the most banned fighters, Blackbeard still pushed through for multiple wins, proving why he’s feared.
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Loki & Chupacabra are wildcards – Both scored solid wins in their debut outings. While not yet dominant, they showed explosive potential when opponents weren’t prepared.
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Pandora underperformed – Despite hype, Pandora struggled in actual matches, often falling quickly against more aggressive opponents.
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Eredin & Ancient Leshen need refinement – They had flashes of power but inconsistent results. They might take time to fully figure out.
Final Standings Snapshot
| Rank | Participant | Wins | Picks during the game |
| 1 | Joel | 4 - 0 - 0 | Yennefer & Triss, Blackbeard, Ancient Leshen, Yennefer & Triss |
| 2 | Hans | 3 - 1 - 0 | Yennefer & Triss, Blackbeard, Yennefer & Triss, Ciri |
| 3 | Jay-Em | 3 - 1 - 0 | Blackbeard, Ancient Leshen, Blackbeard, Eredin |
| 4 | Benedict | 3 - 1 - 0 | Ciri, Blackbeard, Eredin, Eredin |
| 5 | Gabriel | 3 - 1 - 0 | Blackbeard, Ciri, Ancient Leshen, Blackbeard |
| 6 | Markus | 2 - 2 - 0 | Ancient Leshen, Chupacabra, Geralt of Rivia, Geralt of Rivia |
| 7 | Cid | 2 - 2 - 0 | Eredin, Eredin, Ancient Leshen, Eredin |
| 8 | Taj | 2 - 2 - 0 | Chupacabra, Loki, Chupacabra, Chupacabra |
| 9 | Erine | 2 - 2 - 0 | Pandora, Pandora, Pandora, Pandora |
| 10 | Clyde | 2 - 2 - 0 | Yennefer & Triss, Ciri, Ciri, Yennefer & Triss |
| 11 | Noel | 2 - 2 - 0 | Philippa, Philippa, Pandora, Pandora |
| 12 | Zed | 1 - 3 - 0 | Ancient Leshen, Yennefer & Triss, Loki, Ancient Leshen |
| 13 | Paul | 1 - 3 - 0 | Eredin, Yennefer & Triss, Philippa, Eredin |
| 14 | Alphon | 1 - 3 - 0 | Yennefer & Triss, Ciri, Eredin, Ciri |
| 15 | Coralyn | 1 - 3 - 0 | Ciri, Chupacabra, Chupacabra, Ancient Leshen |
| 16 | Fred | 0 - 4 - 0 | Geralt of Rivia, Geralt of Rivia, Ciri, Geralt of Rivia |
The Most Banned Fighters
Yennefer & Triss, Blackbeard, and Ciri all ate up bans across the rounds. Even when they weren’t played, their very presence shaped draft strategies — a sure sign they’ve already shaken the meta.
What can we learn from here?
New Blood wasn’t just a casual meetup — it was the community’s first real test of the latest set. The new fighters made waves, bans revolved around them, and players quickly learned that these aren’t just flavor picks; they’re here to compete.
With Battle of Legends Volume 3 officially unleashed, the future of Unmatched looks bloodier, fresher, and more unpredictable than ever.
Where to next?
The Unmatched community continues to grow with new tournament venues! Stay tuned for upcoming events. For our store-hosted tournaments, check the schedule below so you can plan ahead!
| Date | Day | Event | Venue |
| August 23 | Sat | Unmatched Main | Uptown |
| September 7 | Sun | Unmatched Casual | Greenbelt |
| September 20 | Sat | Unmatched: Main | Greenbelt |
| October 18 | Sat | Unmatched: Casual | Greenbelt |
Note: Future schedules may change due to operational adjustments. For the most reliable dates, always refer to the tickets posted on the Tournaments page.
See you at the next one!
