Evil Geniuses’ Inspired Reflects on His First Experiences in LCS
Since his rise to stardom with Rogue, Inspired has become one of the most talked-about League of Legends players. At just 20 years old, the Polish jungler has already achieved an Ultraliga championship, an LEC 2021 Summer MVP award, and two World Championship appearances. In 2022, he took on a new challenge by joining an NA team.
Inspired’s 2022 LCS Lock In run ended with a loss to Team Liquid. He shared his initial impressions of the competition in the region, stating that “people are not too good here, [and] the imports of the teams are their best players.” This sentiment reflects the belief that NA relies heavily on international talent rather than developing homegrown talent.
Unlike Europe, Korea, and China, the LCS has struggled with youth development. Instead of focusing on nurturing young prospects, many NA teams have opted to spend large amounts of money on star imports. However, organizations like Cloud9, EG, and 100 Thieves have recently embraced young rising stars, giving them a chance to shine in the league.
Inspired’s journey serves as an example of what can happen when a team trusts a rookie to become a star. As an up-and-coming player himself, he has a lot of trust in new and upcoming players. This has sparked a new appreciation for the youth movement within the fanbase.
Inspired’s Role in Building a Dynasty
As one of the world’s premier junglers, Inspired brings a lot of excitement and talent to EG. With Impact and Vulcan also on the roster, the team has the potential for success. However, fielding two of the youngest players in the league may present concerns for some supporters. Inspired is no stranger to doubts surrounding rookie talent, as he faced similar reservations during his debut in Europe.
Despite these doubts, Inspired has high hopes for the rookies on EG. He is eager to share his knowledge and help them grow, taking into account the aspects he wishes he had learned earlier in his career. With his guidance, Jojopyun and Danny will have the opportunity to develop into top-tier players, benefiting both their own careers and the team as a whole.
The Importance of the Mid-Jungle Duo
The success of EG will depend heavily on the performance of its mid-jungle duo. Inspired believes in Jojopyun’s potential but thinks he needs guidance to reach his full potential. While Jojopyun’s confident aggression is a good starting point, he needs to expand his understanding of team-wide advantages. Inspired aims to prioritize seeing the game from Jojopyun’s perspective, taking on a leadership role and allowing Jojopyun to thrive.
The Path to Greatness for EG
EG still has areas to improve upon, as evident from their recent loss. Like any top team, they need time and practice to fine-tune their gameplay. Inspired points out that they tend to become overly excited and make aggressive plays that cost them in the long run. However, these improvements will come with time, just as Inspired and Rogue needed multiple seasons to find their winning style in Europe.
If EG’s strong start is any indication, they have the potential to achieve greatness in the coming year. Fans can watch Inspired and the rest of EG in action when the 2022 LCS Spring Split kicks off on Saturday, February 5th.
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