Honor of Kings is strengthening its connection with Filipino players after hosting a vibrant Festival of Lanterns celebration in the Philippines, highlighted by a major esports announcement, a packed community event, and several upcoming local programs for 2026.
Held at Eastwood Central Plaza, the gathering brought together fans, content creators, and esports personalities to celebrate the growing Honor of Kings community while unveiling new plans designed specifically for the Philippine player base.
Festival of Lanterns Event Brings the Community Together
The Festival of Lanterns celebration took place last Saturday in Quezon City and focused on community creativity, fan interaction, and esports excitement. The event featured activity booths, stage games, and a dedicated PKL Watch Party that kept the crowd engaged throughout the day.
Fans who attended the event also had the chance to win exclusive in-game prizes, limited title cards, and themed rewards, while the festive atmosphere reflected the game’s growing popularity in the Philippines.
Filipino Esports Star Oheb Officially Joins Honor of Kings
One of the biggest highlights of the event was the official announcement that Filipino esports icon Oheb has joined the Honor of Kings family. Widely known as the “Filipino Sniper,” Oheb has built a strong reputation as one of the region’s most consistent and skilled Marksman players in mobile MOBA esports.
His arrival signals a major push by Honor of Kings to expand its competitive scene in the Philippines and Southeast Asia. With his experience in world-level tournaments and strong fan following, Oheb is expected to play a key role in growing the game’s esports presence locally.
PKL Watch Party and Special Event Highlights
Aside from the esports announcement, the Festival of Lanterns event featured several memorable moments, including the lighting ceremony and the long-awaited reveal of the mysterious “Mr. 1.” The reveal created a lot of excitement among attendees and added a storytelling element centered around unity and hope — a theme that matched the spirit of the festival.
The event also included appearances from well-known local creators and personalities, helping strengthen the bond between the game’s community and its creators.
Honor of Kings Reveals More Local Events for 2026
The Honor of Kings Philippines team also used the event to announce a full lineup of upcoming community programs planned for 2026. These include:
- Creator Cup Season 2
- Barangay Roadshow Season 2
- Expanded Content Creator Program
- New Play-to-Earn benefits for players
- More community events and fan gatherings
These initiatives show that Honor of Kings is continuing to invest heavily in the Philippine gaming community, especially as the mobile MOBA market becomes more competitive in the region.
New Arnis-Inspired Skin Celebrates Filipino Culture
Another major highlight was the reveal of a brand-new in-game skin inspired by the Philippines’ national martial art, Arnis. The new skin, titled Ascension: Arnisadora, is designed for Arke and reflects local culture while giving players something unique to look forward to in the game.
This kind of cultural representation has become increasingly important in global games, and the new skin is expected to resonate strongly with Filipino fans.
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