League of Legends Virtual K-Pop Group K/DA Reemerge After 6 Years of Silence With New Single and Music Video From the Makers of Arcane

After six years of silence, Riot Games’ League of Legends-themed virtual K-pop girl group, K/DA, has returned with "Firestarter," a comeback single created by the animation studio behind Arcane. The single leads K/DA's new EP, set to come out on October 21, marking the group's second major release since All Out in 2020. Returning to the lineup are MIYEON and SOYEON of i-dle, alongside Sophie Powers and Mimi Webb. Behind the track are producers Kill Dave and Sebastien Najand, who have worked on the group’s music since its inception.

Behind Firestarter's music video is Fortiche, the French animation studio whose long-standing partnership with Riot dates back to the original Pop/Stars video in 2018. With Fortiche involved, the quality of the animation was never in doubt. Originally scheduled for release on Tuesday, October 20, Firestarter arrived as a surprise drop one day earlier, quickly surpassing 4.3 million views on YouTube alone in just nine hours.

The music video is a visual spectacle built around Fortiche’s signature hybrid approach, blending 3D CGI with hand-painted textures and hand-drawn 2D elements. The meticulous details include hidden references to League abilities woven into the choreography. Musically, Firestarter balances fiery attitude with melody, using catchy rhythms and punchy rap sections that build up to an explosive chorus. Beyond the animation, the costumes are high-fashion, and the choreography is inspired by drag ballroom culture—bold, precise, and theatrical. With this release, K/DA successfully combines visual ambition from Riot Games and Fortiche with a track that strikes a balance between fan service and mainstream pop appeal.