# K/DA virtual group comeback and 'Firestarter' EP release

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> Updated: 2026-10-27T02:14:37.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 3.

Speculation regarding a potential comeback for the virtual K-pop group K/DA began following updates to their official social media accounts. These updates, which included new profile and banner images featuring pink and magenta flames, coincided with datamined leaks suggesting a ‘Firestarter’ skin concept and a new song registration.

Riot Games subsequently confirmed the group’s return with the announcement of a new single titled ‘FIRESTARTER’. This release marks the group’s first major musical project since 2020. The comeback features a new aesthetic inspired by haute couture and a music video produced by Fortiche Production. While some original members remain, the lineup includes new voices for the characters Evelynn and Kai'Sa, while SOYEON of (G)I-DLE returns as Akali.

The project has since expanded into the ‘Firestarter’ EP, a four-track release containing the title track, ‘WATCH ME’, ‘NEVER GOING BACK’, and ‘GIRLS’, the latter of which features a collaboration with DJ Sona. The vocal lineup for the EP includes Miyeon and Soyeon of (G)I-DLE as Ahri and Akali, Sophie Powers as Evelynn, and British artist Mimi Webb as Kai'Sa.

In addition to the animated music video for ‘Firestarter’, the release includes a visualizer for ‘NEVER GOING BACK’ produced by Histeria!. The comeback is set to culminate in a scheduled performance at the opening ceremony of the 2026 League of Legends World Championship Finals at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-27: Riot Games virtual group K/DA releases 'Firestarter' EP

Riot Games' virtual group K/DA has returned with the 'Firestarter' EP, featuring new vocalists and music videos ahead of their 2026 League of Legends World Championship performance.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/riot-games-virtual-group-kda-releases-firestarter-ep

### 2026-10-19: K/DA announces comeback with new single ‘FIRESTARTER’

Riot Games' virtual pop group K/DA returns with a new single, ‘FIRESTARTER’, featuring a mature aesthetic and new vocalists for Evelynn and Kai'Sa.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kda-announces-comeback-with-new-single-firestarter

### 2026-10-13: K/DA social media updates fuel comeback rumors

Official social media updates and datamined leaks have fueled rumors of a comeback for the virtual K-pop group K/DA after a six-year hiatus.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kda-social-media-updates-fuel-comeback-rumors

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