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Dear Fnatic Management,

After this week’s ESL Pro League matches, I believe it’s time to revisit the discussion about the current roster’s performance and potential. I understand that similar concerns have been raised by others within the community, but I feel it is essential to voice our collective frustration directly to you once again.

Fnatic has always been an organization that prides itself on setting high ambitions across all titles, including our Counter-Strike roster. The expectations surrounding this team have always been immense, driven by a legacy of excellence and the organization's commitment to being at the top of the competitive scene.

The current roster, initially formed with Kyuubi on November 27, 2023, has yet to secure a Tier 1 tournament victory. In fact, the team has often struggled to even qualify for major events, consistently falling short in qualifiers. Throughout this period, the fan base has repeatedly expressed concerns about the roster's viability, with the primary criticisms being directed at the in-game leader (IGL) and the AWPer. The team has frequently appeared disorganized, giving the impression that they lack a clear strategic direction and purpose on the server.

On May 14, 2024, Fnatic made a significant move by adding BlameF to the roster. At the time of the announcement, Fnatic stated that this acquisition was a "significant move that indicates our ambition to return to the top echelons of competitive Counter-Strike" and that it "marks a significant shift from our approach over the last few years, emphasizing our commitment to not only participate but return to meaningful competition."

While the addition of BlameF undoubtedly brought more firepower to the team, the core issues have persisted. The lack of a strong AWPer and a decisive IGL continues to hinder the team's performance. Despite the initial excitement surrounding BlameF's arrival, Fnatic has not achieved the level of success that was anticipated. The team's qualification for the RMR felt more like a stroke of luck than a testament to their skill and cohesion.

This brings me to the broader statements made by Fnatic regarding the transfer window and the overall direction of the team.

In the initial announcement, Fnatic claimed that this move was a "significant shift that indicates our ambition to return to the top echelons of competitive Counter-Strike." However, given the team's ongoing struggles and lack of notable achievements, how can this statement be justified? The community has made countless posts expressing concern, yet it feels as though these have been largely ignored. There were several opportunities to bring in better players during the transfer window, but those chances were not taken.

Moreover, Fnatic emphasized that BlameF's acquisition would mark a "significant shift from our approach over the last few years, emphasizing our commitment to not only participate but return to meaningful competition." With the team still falling short of this goal, I have to ask: Is it finally time to consider making the necessary changes? Given the recent results, especially in the ESL Pro League, it is evident to everyone—including analysts—that this roster, as it stands, will not succeed at the highest levels.

We, as dedicated fans, urge you to make the necessary changes. Enough is enough.