NoFear, whose real name is Yang Tao (杨涛), is a Chinese professional Honor of Kings player who currently plays support (roamer) for Beijing JDG in the King Pro League (KPL). Born on September 11, 2001, in Putian, Fujian, the 25-year-old started his pro career in 2020 as a jungler with Nanjing Hero Jiujing. He is a two-time KPL champion, a world championship bronze medalist, and a member of the KPL Dream Team that won the 2024 Honor of Kings Invitational at the Esports World Cup. Also Read:
NoFear Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Yang Tao (杨涛) |
| Known As | NoFear (无畏), also nicknamed Yang Tao (“starfruit”) and Xiao Qi |
| Birth Date | September 11, 2001 |
| Age | 25 Years Old (2026) |
| Hometown | Putian, Fujian, China |
| Nationality | Chinese |
| Profession | Professional Honor of Kings Player |
| Role | Support (Roamer), previously Jungler |
| Current Team | Beijing JDG |
| Years Active | 2020 to Present |
| Known For | KPL titles, KPL Dream Team, signature Lu Ban Master plays |
| Total Prize Money | About $947,000 |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Why Is NoFear Trending in 2026?
He is back in the spotlight because of his 2026 performances. During KPL Spring 2026, his Lu Ban Master pulled two enemies into his team in a comeback play against AG on March 18, and fans and casters called it a textbook engage. In July, he was named MVP in JDG’s win over DRG. His long and unusual career, from title-winning jungler to veteran support, keeps fans debating him every season.
NoFear Early Life
NoFear was born on September 11, 2001, in Putian, a city in Fujian province. Public details about his childhood and family are very limited. He started competing early. In 2019, at 17, he was part of a team that finished third at the World Cyber Games 2019 in Arena of Valor, which was his first recorded prize.
NoFear Career
Debut and Title Wins with Hero (2020 to 2021)
He made his KPL debut in 2020 as a jungler for Nanjing Hero Jiujing, then known simply as Hero. His first big tournament was the Honor of Kings World Champion Cup 2020, where the team finished in the 9th to 12th range. He followed that with a fifth to sixth place finish at the KPL Fall 2020 season.
His breakthrough came soon after. Hero won the Honor of Kings Champion Cup Winter 2020 in January 2021. Five months later, they won the KPL Spring 2021 title, and the team prize was about CN¥1.14 million. He also played at the World Champion Cup 2021, where Hero finished fifth to eighth.
Rebuilding Years (2021 to 2023)
Hero struggled after 2021. The KPL Fall 2021 season ended with a 13th place finish. In 2022, the team came 14th in the spring season and then 9th to 10th in the summer. They did bounce back in the Honor of Kings International Championship 2022, finishing fifth to eighth. In 2023, he helped Hero reach the playoffs in spring and then finished with a podium at the end of the year. At the Honor of Kings International Championship 2023, the team took third place and won about $180,000, which is his biggest single payout.
Switching to Support (2024)
Before the 2024 spring season, a roster change led him to move from jungler to roamer. The role change drew a lot of fan discussion, and he has played support ever since. He later joined JDG. In August 2024, he was part of the KPL Dream Team that won the Honor of Kings Invitational Midseason at the Esports World Cup in Saudi Arabia. The team beat its opponents 3:0 in the final, and the KPL Dream Team included Yinuo, Rong, Pang and Fly as well. Prize records also list him in the Chongqing Wolves lineup that finished second at the KPL Grand Finals 2024.
Beijing JDG (2025 to 2026)
He is now a regular roamer for Beijing JDG. The team finished in the top eight at both the KPL Summer 2025 and the 2025 KPL Grand Finals, then finished sixth in KPL Spring 2026. He is known for his Lu Ban Master and Zhao Huaizhen picks. Commentators often point out that his early jungle instincts help him find good engage moments on support.
NoFear Titles and Results
| Year | Tournament | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | World Cyber Games 2019 (Arena of Valor) | 3rd |
| 2021 | Honor of Kings Champion Cup Winter 2020 | 1st |
| 2021 | King Pro League Spring 2021 | 1st |
| 2021 | Huya Thunder Cup Season 3 | 1st |
| 2022 | Honor of Kings International Championship 2022 | 5th to 8th |
| 2023 | Honor of Kings International Championship 2023 | 3rd |
| 2024 | Honor of Kings Invitational Midseason 2024 | 1st |
| 2024 | King Pro League Grand Finals 2024 | 2nd |
| 2026 | King Pro League Spring 2026 | Top 6 (JDG) |
NoFear Interests and Personal Life
He keeps his personal life private. He is one of the most talked-about players in the KPL, partly because he has a very large and active fan base. Fans are known for following him closely across seasons and for debating his play online. His nicknames include “Yang Tao” (starfruit) and “Xiao Qi.”
NoFear Net Worth
His personal net worth has not been reported. His total tournament prize money is about $947,000, based on Esports Earnings data across 19 tournaments.
| Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total tournament prize money | About $947,000 |
| Biggest single prize | About $181,000 (Honor of Kings International Championship 2023) |
| Personal net worth | Not publicly reported |
10 Interesting Facts About NoFear
- His real name is Yang Tao, and his ID means “fearless” in Chinese.
- He was born in Putian, Fujian.
- He made his pro debut in 2020.
- He started as a jungler and switched to support in 2024.
- He won two titles with Hero: the Champion Cup Winter 2020 and KPL Spring 2021.
- He took third place at the Honor of Kings International Championship 2023.
- He was part of the KPL Dream Team that won at the Esports World Cup in 2024.
- His total prize money is about $947,000.
- He is known for his Lu Ban Master engages.
- His biggest payout was about $181,000 at the 2023 world event.
NoFear Recent News
On March 18, 2026, his Lu Ban Master engage helped JDG fight back from a 4,000-gold deficit against AG in KPL Spring. On July 4, 2026, he was named MVP in JDG’s 4:0 win over DRG in KPL Summer. JDG’s 2026 season is still going, and fans are following how the team does in the 2026 KPL Grand Finals.
NoFear FAQs
Who is NoFear?
He is a professional Honor of Kings player from China who plays for Beijing JDG.
What is NoFear’s real name?
His real name is Yang Tao (杨涛).
How old is NoFear?
He was born on September 11, 2001, so he is 25 in 2026.
What role does NoFear play?
He plays support (roamer). He started as a jungler.
Which team does NoFear play for?
Beijing JDG.
What has NoFear won?
He won the Champion Cup Winter 2020 and KPL Spring 2021 with Hero, and the Honor of Kings Invitational Midseason 2024 with the KPL Dream Team.
What is NoFear’s prize money?
About $947,000.
