For the new or uninitiated, the League of Legends World Championship is the biggest esports events of the year. Last year's grand finals boasted nearly 60 million viewers and a $5 million prize pool.

So, what is it?

Over the span of a month, 24 of the best teams across the globe will be competing for the most prestigious title in the game. This is the NBA Finals of League of Legends.

What do the winners get out of it?

That big prize purse, bragging rights, skins (in-game cosmetic costumes that change the look of the characters) and a huge trophy.

Where is it?

Worlds is returning to South Korea this year. This is the second time it's being hosted there (the last time was 2014).

When does it take place?

The play-in (pre-group stage) stage kicks off in Seoul on Oct. 1-4 and Oct. 6-7.

The group stage and quarterfinals will take place in Busan on Oct. 10-17 and Oct. 20-21, respectively.

The semifinals will take place in Gwangju on Oct. 27-28.

The finals will take place in Incheon on Nov. 3.

How do I watch?

On ESPN+ and Twitch. Check our Twitter each day for a link to the stream.

Who's playing?

North America

Team Liquid

100 Thieves

Cloud9

Europe

Fnatic

Team Vitality

G2 Esports

South Korea

KT Rolster

Afreeca Freecs

Gen.G

China

Royal Never Give Up

Invictus Gaming

EDward Gaming

Taiwan/Hong Kong/Macau

Flash Wolves

MAD Team

G-Rex

Vietnam

Phong Vũ Buffalo

International

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

Brazil

KaBuM! e-Sports

CIS

Gambit Esports

Latin America (North)

Infinity eSports

Latin America (South)

Kaos Latin Gamers

Turkey

SuperMassive eSports

Japan

DetonatioN FocusMe

Oceania

Dire Wolves

South East Asia

Ascension Gaming

What are the pools?

The 2018 World Championship Play-In Stage Group Draw #Worlds2018 pic.twitter.com/5O4xSyYEkD - lolesports (@lolesports) September 23, 2018

Who do I root for?

Depends what you value in a team. Do you want to root for the team with the best odds? South Korea may be your best bet. Or a team that'll make waves? Consider a team from China. Maybe a team that's closer to being a dark horse? Consider Brazil or Turkey. Or are you a sucker for a good Cinderella story? Vietnam may be a good choice here. Or maybe you just want a team with a good logo. In that case, go for G-REX.

What about North America?

Poor North America has a history of disappointing when it matters most on the international stage, so we won't bet on that to change. If you really want a team to root for, Team Liquid is your best bet.

What else do I need to know?

South Korea is the favorite heading in (they've won the past five World Championship titles). China comes in as a close second, having won the Mid-Season Invitational (a mini-World Championship that takes place -- as you've probably guessed it -- in the middle of the season). Europe could make a splash, given the right circumstances, but everything else is up in the air.