Meet Southeast Asia’s most promising players and breakout teams making waves in the Honor of Kings esports scene in 2025.
By Miya Kassandra Lee
Mobile MOBA Writer | Esports Addict | Proud SEA Gamer @ PH Sport News
🌏 The Rise of Southeast Asia in Honor of Kings
Not long ago, Honor of Kings (HOK) was largely dominated by Chinese teams—but in 2025, that narrative is changing fast.
Southeast Asia is stepping up—and showing the world that we’ve got the talent, tactics, and tenacity to thrive in a global MOBA like HOK.
From passionate local qualifiers to international qualifiers in Shanghai, our region is producing some serious contenders. Here’s a closer look at the players and teams from the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia who are making their mark.
🌟 Top SEA Teams to Watch
Southeast Asia is leveling up fast—with powerhouse teams making waves across Valorant, MLBB, Dota 2, and more. These are the squads turning heads and chasing glory in 2025.
🇵🇭 Gank Gaming (Philippines)
The Pinoy Phenoms.
Gank Gaming went from local scrims to regional spotlight in record time. With their signature aggressive jungle invades and fearless tower dives, this team embodies the “bahala na” spirit—calculated chaos that works.
🧠 Player to Watch: KingZane – A young jungler with incredible decision-making and map control. Dubbed the “KarlTzy of HOK” by fans.
🇻🇳 Team Flash (Vietnam)
The Vietnamese Vanguards.
Already legends in Arena of Valor, Team Flash seamlessly adapted to the Honor of Kings meta. They excel in lane control, split push pressure, and next-level macro plays. Calm, collected, deadly.
🧠 Player to Watch: LeoX – The brain of the team. His support plays and shot-calling are next level.
🇹🇭 Talon Esports (Thailand)
The Thai Threat.
Known for mechanical precision and clean drafts, Talon has taken their MLBB experience and adapted it perfectly to HOK. Their mid-game power spikes are their specialty, often flipping matches in a single rotation.
🧠 Player to Watch: NineNine – Talon’s star midlaner with quick fingers and sharp instincts.
🇮🇩 Borneo Reign (Indonesia)
The Dark Horses.
This newer team has quickly become the pride of Indonesia’s Honor of Kings circuit. With unpredictable playstyles and a knack for high-risk/high-reward comps, they’re a fan favorite on TikTok and Trovo.
🧠 Player to Watch: Feral – A flexible laner who can carry with mages or assassins.
🇲🇾 MYRAGE (Malaysia)
The Consistent Climbers.
Not flashy, but very efficient. MYRAGE focuses on clean rotations, vision control, and punishing greedy mistakes. While they haven’t broken into top-tier finals yet, 2025 could be their breakout year.
🧠 Player to Watch: AfiqSenpai – Malaysia’s rising support superstar with a 90% win rate in ranked.
📈 Why SEA is Booming in HOK Esports
- 🎯 Fast Learning Curve – SEA players adapt quickly thanks to experience from other MOBAs like MLBB and AoV.
- 🏆 Grassroots Leagues – Community-organized tournaments and university circuits are building a real esports pipeline.
- 🌐 Global Exposure – More SEA teams are now scrimming with Chinese, Korean, and Western teams—sharpening their meta sense.
- 💡 Content Creators – Streamers and TikTokers in SEA are educating the player base with guides, shoutouts, and fun skits.
👀 What to Expect Next?
2025 could be the year a SEA team breaks into the top 4 at the Honor of Kings International Championship. The region isn’t just catching up—it’s pushing boundaries.
Expect:
- More talent signings by global orgs
- Crossovers between MLBB and HOK players
- SEA-based bootcamps and regional tournaments
- Loud, proud fandoms across PH, VN, TH, and ID
🎤 Final Word from Miya Kassandra Lee
I’ve been in the esports trenches for 10 years now—from MLBB to AoV, and now HOK—and trust me: Southeast Asia is built for this moment.
We’re no longer just scrappy underdogs.
We’re architects of chaos.
Strategists of street-smart plays.
Players who grind 18 hours a day just to get that spotlight.
This is our time to rise—and I’ll be right here, covering every play, every patch, and every proud SEA moment.
📢 Know a rising SEA player? Want to rep your team, org, or community?
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Miya Kassandra Lee is a passionate gamer, seasoned writer, and lifelong sports fanatic. A proud Mobile Legends player and strategist, Miya has spent the past 16 years covering everything from esports tournaments to iGaming trends and sports headlines across Southeast Asia. With her deep knowledge of digital gaming culture and a flair for storytelling, she has become a trusted voice in the gaming and sports blogging scene.
Whether it’s breaking down the latest MLBB meta, reviewing new online casino platforms, or live-tweeting a championship game, Miya brings energy, insight, and a player’s perspective to every piece she writes. When she’s not grinding the ranks in-game or drafting her next feature, you’ll find her cheering courtside, hosting gaming streams, or diving deep into the latest game patches.
“Gaming isn’t just a hobby—it’s a lifestyle. And I’m here to tell those stories.”