The core of Fnatic has changed, leaving only Olof “olofmeister” Kajbjer Gustafsson and Dennis “dennis” Edman. The famous duo of olofmeister and Freddy “KRiMZ” Johansson is no more. Despite their recent success, Fnatic lost to Virtus.Pro in the finals of ELEAGUE and was defeated by the runner-up at the Major tournament. So, what caused this roster change?
Reasons behind the Roster Change
It is puzzling to see the breakup of the LGB core within Fnatic, especially since Olof and KRiMZ had great synergy playing together. However, just like the duo of NEO and TaZ, who had broken records together, sometimes tensions arise that cannot be resolved. The breakup between the LGB core and the olof-KRiMZ duo is surprising considering their history and success.
JW, another player within Fnatic, had also faced some problems with the team in the past. There were rumors that JW was planning to leave Fnatic to join NiP, but the move never materialized. Despite the team’s recent success, JW has not been performing at his best. However, it is important to remember that changing a winning formula, even if it means replacing the weakest player with the best player in the world, is not always the right choice.
Fnatic’s recent lack of success can be attributed to a combination of factors. Olofmeister’s wrist injury forced the team to play with a stand-in, which affected their performance. When Olof returned, he struggled to regain his confidence and form. This, coupled with other players like KRiMZ and flusha performing poorly, led to Fnatic’s decline.
The Outlook
Despite the roster change, Fnatic has the potential to bounce back. Joining GODSENT, the exiting Fnatic players have the opportunity to regroup and find their footing once again. GODSENT provides the players with a long-term connection to esports even after their playing career is over.
On the other hand, GODSENT players joining Fnatic bring a mix of talent and potential. While some players like twist have been sought after for their skills, others like Lekr0 are young and unproven. The initial phase after the roster change might be challenging for both teams as they adapt to new dynamics and styles.
Ultimately, time will tell whether the roster changes prove successful for Fnatic and GODSENT. It is important to remember that teams can go through phases and sometimes a change can bring new opportunities for growth. Fnatic players are not old, and with the right support and adaptation, they have the potential to reclaim their former glory.
The Broken Empire
Like the division of the Roman Empire, the division of Fnatic marks the end of a dominant era. The future of both Fnatic and GODSENT is uncertain, but history shows that empires can rise and fall. It remains to be seen whether Fnatic was truly a great empire and unlike anything else.
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