The Rise of Shopify Rebellion in North American League of Legends
Shopify Rebellion, an upcoming esports organization, has announced its entry into the North American League of Legends scene. The team is set to join the LCS in 2024 as one of the league’s 10 franchised partners. In an exciting development, Shopify Rebellion has acquired TSM’s current slot in the league for approximately $10 million.
Shopify Rebellion’s Expansion into League of Legends
Shopify Rebellion’s expansion into League of Legends is a significant move for the organization, which has been making waves in various esports including StarCraft, Dota 2, Halo, Street Fighter, and Rocket League. Additionally, the team boasts a highly talented VALORANT Game Changers roster, achieving multiple top-three finishes at domestic and international events over the past two years. Shopify Rebellion’s strong presence in the esports world positions them as a formidable contender in the LCS.
Changes for the Newcomers and TSM’s Departure
As Shopify Rebellion takes over TSM’s LCS slot, the team will face decisions regarding player contracts. While jungler Lee “Bugi” Seong-yeop maintains a contract until 2024, the remaining three players on TSM’s active roster will see their contracts expire in November. This means that Shopify Rebellion must either sign free agents or renegotiate contracts with the existing players. Furthermore, TSM’s departure from the LCS has been confirmed, marking the end of an era for one of League of Legends’ iconic North American teams.
Excitement and Opportunities Ahead
Both Shopify Rebellion and TSM have expressed enthusiasm for the changes ahead. Dario “TLO” Wünsch, Shopify Rebellion’s esports program development lead, stated that joining League of Legends felt like a natural step for their organization’s growth in the esports industry. TSM CEO Andy “Reginald” Dinh believes that the acquisition of their LCS slot by Shopify Rebellion will ignite fresh success and elevate the competitive landscape of esports.
Over the past decade, TSM has achieved numerous victories and accolades, including seven LCS championships, a trophy at IEM Season Nine, and multiple appearances at World Championships and Mid-Season Invitationals. The organization has been home to renowned players such as Mingyi “Spica” Lu, Yiliang “Doublelift” Peng, Heo “Huni” Seung-hoon, and Søren “Bjergsen” Bjerg, solidifying its status as one of North America’s top teams.