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[AMA] Ask the Valorant team anything ahead of VCT EMEA Stage 1!

OfficialFnatic's avatarOfficial FnaticOfficial@OfficialFnatic• 19/03/2026

[AMA] Ask the Valorant team anything ahead of VCT EMEA Stage 1!

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Not long until the boys are back on stage! Come & ask the team anything ahead of their first game! :fnchypers:

They will answer your questions throughout Monday, March 23rd, so get your questions in early!

Please make sure to tag the player/coach you want to answer your question!

-@BoasterJ

-@kaajak

-@Crashies

-@Alfajer

-@Veqaj

-@CoachMilan

-@Szed

-@Colin

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4R170K@4R170K• 29/03/2026
Loading...Could we all take a moment and appreciate, the time the team and coaches took to answer our qestions, one by one❤️
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FNATIC THE BEST TEAM EVER@FNATIC-THE-BEST-TEAM-EVER• 27/03/2026
Loading...@CoachMilan and @BoasterJ , have y'all ever watched the full BO5 series/VOD of NS vs. PRX back in Masters Santiago? Anything y'all can implement from NS to the FNC boys' gameplay and such? I believe that NS is strong micro and macro-wise but they sometimes make individual plays that aren't necessary that can cost them the round. They sometimes lack the discipline and overheat in some rounds individually in my opinion. I hope we can see more proactiveness and rushes from the FNC boys. I'd truly appreciate your response. Thank you very much! 🤗❤️
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moly@holymolyyy• 24/03/2026
Loading...siema @kaajak ! just want to say that you're him brother! you're one of my favorite players, love to watch ur game just be you king, good luck in stage 1!
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moly@holymolyyy• 24/03/2026
Loading...@Veqaj welcome to the team veqaj! just wanna say you're a beast, and played well at kickoff! good luck in stage 1!
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Cinnamelia@Cinnamelia• 23/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ Big fan of your singing!! Was wondering if you would consider if you would make more songs like Comeback
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xstobeomnipotent@xstobeomnipotent• 23/03/2026
Loading...@kaajak I'm your Chinese fan and have been supporting you since your first official appearance on the VCT stage! I hope you can get in the right state and show your talent in the first stage! I hope we can meet in Shanghai!
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LilithchenyunVCT Champions 2022@Lil1th• 23/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ @kaajak @CoachMilan how do you feel about the new map pool? are u excited for the back of fracture? can we see some new stuff on it? and god I miss kaajak on neon…😭
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Swellash@Swellash• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Alfajer What is the best advice you'd give someone trying to rank up solo q in high diamond/low ascendant?
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LilithchenyunVCT Champions 2022@Lil1th• 23/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ What’s your dream job if you are not a pro player? and maybe what is your go-to setting for camera? Shutter-priority Mode or A mode? xddd
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dalcuore@dalcuore• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Veqaj Hi, Veqi! Just wanna ask how is your experience so far as the newest addition to the team? And how's Berlin for you? 😁
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VeqajPro@Veqaj• 23/03/2026
Loading...@dalcuore Incredibly good, I couldn't dream of anything better than being with them and Berlin is OK 🫠
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LilithchenyunVCT Champions 2022@Lil1th• 23/03/2026
Loading...@kaajak quick one :p if don’t consider the comp what agent do you wanna play on stage that u haven’t tried? (like a secret hidden experienced agent pick)
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Swellash@Swellash• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Crashies what agents would you suggest using to rankup in solo q diamond/ascendant elo?
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CrashiesPro@Crashies• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Swellash Honestly it just depends on what you are good at. I think it’s very hard to solo carry in ranked but if you have a good duo it can become easier. Initiator + Duelist duo is deadly. If solo, maybe controller.
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Swellash@Swellash• 23/03/2026
Loading...@kaajak What is a good aim routine to fix inconsistent aim?
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Swellash@Swellash• 23/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ How do you regroup and improve after a rough patch of games and when the mood is low. I'm running an elite 5 premier team and we are having multiple bad games in a row and now everyone's mental is a little off.
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Moon !@Moonyster• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Alfajer Fun question: Has roblox unbanned you yet? Serious question: What is your advice to someone who is currently having a hard time climbing ranks and which agent would be the best to help rank up quicker? Ty!!
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Moon !@Moonyster• 23/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ - With years of experience, what would you say was the important lesson or saying you learned from your coach/teammates that really helped you grow more as a person and leader? especially during difficult times whenever the team lose a game and still being able to comeback stronger for the next match :) ty!!
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AlisonFnatic Plus@alisooni• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Crashies Heyo! If you weren’t a professional Valorant player, what would you have wanted to do for your career? 🤔 ![14A21A6F-9C31-4D71-9DAE-423E2BCC6120.jpg](https://cdn.fnatic.com/community/2ece2722-cd84-4292-8fee-9b1351a34987.jpg)
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CrashiesPro@Crashies• 23/03/2026
Loading...@alisooni Honestly I have no clue! Such a hard question for me.. I liked sports and competition growing up and didn’t really have any passion/hobbies for anything else. Sometimes I think I could have pursued being a baseball player! ⚾️
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imightbetash@imightbetash• 23/03/2026
Loading...A question for all the players really, what is everyones favourite map (individually) in the current map pool? I’m super excited to see fracture return, zipline ace potential from crashies?!
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jessyFnatic Plus@fncjess• 23/03/2026
Loading...a fun question for @Crashies if you could choose one song OR album as your valorant/gaming career soundtrack, what would it be and why? thanks!!
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CrashiesPro@Crashies• 23/03/2026
Loading...@fncjess Wag1 Jessy! Chumbawamba - Tubthumping You’ll understand why when you listen to it 😉
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jessyFnatic Plus@fncjess• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Szed after not qualifying for Masters Santiago, what was the main focus and attitude you helped the team maintain post kickoff going into Stage 1? As disappointing as it is to not qualify, sometimes the vibe lowers after losing, how do you keep that momentum flowing in the team from a Performance Coach's point of view? thanks!
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SquareSquid3027@SquareSquid3027• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Szed What is one thing you do that you think is underappreciated or underutilised? Thank you!!
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SquareSquid3027@SquareSquid3027• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Colin What are your top 3 priorities for this stage? Thank you!!
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SquareSquid3027@SquareSquid3027• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Alfajer Who do you feel you have the best in-game synergy with right now? Thank you!!
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SquareSquid3027@SquareSquid3027• 23/03/2026
Loading...@kaajak What’s your go-to confidence boost before a match? So happy to see you with us to 2028!
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kaajakPro@kaajak• 23/03/2026
Loading...@SquareSquid3027 I think just playing the game works the best for me. The more reps I get the better I feel.
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SquareSquid3027@SquareSquid3027• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Crashies What’s something you’ve personally improved the most since joining the team? Thank you!!
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CrashiesPro@Crashies• 23/03/2026
Loading...@SquareSquid3027 Honestly, I would probably say just having fun while I do it! It’s such a high pressure sport and a lot can go wrong very fast, so I just try and enjoy playing and living in the moment as much as I can.
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SquareSquid3027@SquareSquid3027• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Veqaj Firstly, you've done so well for us and we love you already! Moving into a new team environment can be tough, so what’s something the boys did that made you feel comfortable/belonging straight away?
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VeqajPro@Veqaj• 23/03/2026
Loading...@SquareSquid3027 They were immediately welcoming to me, and they took me under their wing like a little brother so i was instantly comfortable
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SquareSquid3027@SquareSquid3027• 23/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ How do you decide mid-round whether to commit or rotate when the initial plan breaks down? Thank you captain!
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BossBoiBoasterPro@BoasterJ• 23/03/2026
Loading...@SquareSquid3027 From previous mistakes. Sometimes the simpler going as 5 is the better play. Other times I need to read the info the enemy has and counter their thought
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TaYeFnatic Nation@TaYe• 23/03/2026
Loading...I believe you guys can make it to the Shanghai Masters. Don’t let me down
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BrodieVCT Champions 2022@BrodieATK• 22/03/2026
Loading...@Crashies You have been a very consistent performer in the VCT. Is there anything in specific, like a routine, that you have to keep you in consistent form?
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CrashiesPro@Crashies• 23/03/2026
Loading...@BrodieATK I appreciate the kind words! I do have a disciplined life outside of the game which I like to think helps me inside the game. Gyming, eating healthy, good sleep schedule. Just having a good life routine overall! And of course, all the preparation we do before our matches also helps a lot.
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bunion 🐐Fnatic Nation@bunion• 21/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ what is the teams goal for the coming split ? I assume making London could be 1 of them but is there a goal yous have as a team. Also an answer to this question isn’t necessary but do you and the boys still play valorant with Leo every once in a while ? Thanks
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BossBoiBoasterPro@BoasterJ• 23/03/2026
Loading...@bunion The goal is to qualify for London and if we get there then I believe anything is possible. Also champs! Same as last year, just want a different outcome this year! But first we gotta win our first season game. Nah he doesn’t play anymore because he can’t
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4R170K@4R170K• 21/03/2026
Loading...@boasterj how do you deal with bouncing back from an underrated successful year? (coming up short so many times, but yet knowing you could‘ve won it all of the times)
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gman@gman• 20/03/2026
Loading...@Kaajak Congrats on the extension! I’ve loved to see you grow on this team. What players in Santiago were you watching for inspiration or to get some ideas from? For everyone else is there anything about mental resets that may change going into stage 1? Those last 2 finals Bo5s were getting pretty rough and I am wondering what you looked to change. All love to you boys and good luck!
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kaajakPro@kaajak• 23/03/2026
Loading...@gman Hey, I didnt watch much Santiago but watching Dambi was quite fun. His mechanics and movement on neon are really good.
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yahyayyy@yahyayyy• 20/03/2026
Loading...@Szed As per the results of some of the recent BO5s for FNC, do you think there is some Mental block for the boys ? Also, what steps have been taken to deal with the Mental rework of the boys after some of those tough losses and how will you like them to approach such tough situations in future. ( Personally I think Composure and Confidence should flow Naturally and it reflects in the voice of the leaders/coaches. Then the belief follows. Some good ones like to joke around in such times, some hype the team up ), whats your perspective?
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eachnyn@Lumisataa• 20/03/2026
Loading...@Kaajak I believe you will perform better in the first stage. I want to ask how you regained your condition? My friends and I like you very much. I really hope you can go to the Shanghai Championship 🤲🏻 I'll wait for you in Shanghai🥺
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kaajakPro@kaajak• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Lumisataa Hey, I feel much better than kickoff and went back to some old habits that were working for me (I enjoy running right now) Hopefully see u in Shanghai 😁
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_Garfeld@N4vi• 20/03/2026
Loading...After seeing Nongshim Redforce's performance in the lead up to Santiago as well as the masters itself, how comfortable would you feel in a match against them in current form.
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Marcel Dziądziak@marcelvlr• 20/03/2026
Loading...@kaajak how has your aim gotten so good
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Khachig@Khachig• 20/03/2026
Loading...Not a question, want to wish you all good luck for the upcoming games. Let’s win it all baby!! #alwaysfnatic
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Niri Avhad@FNC-aNt• 20/03/2026
Loading...What will we see changing in stage 1?
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Niri Avhad@FNC-aNt• 20/03/2026
Loading...@FNC-aNt Also @BoasterJ what new dances can we expect in London :D
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Krinkle@Krinkle• 20/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ Do you have any weird superstitions/methods you use to prep the team mentally before important games? Also are there any specific things you avoid doing before games as well?
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BossBoiBoasterPro@BoasterJ• 23/03/2026
Loading...@Krinkle Breathing techniques and riot lol songs is my go to. Cheeky banana too. Depends tbh I haven’t really figured it out
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unimayo@unimayo• 20/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ @CoachMilan Do you have any plans to visit Japan for a fan meeting? I need to see all Fnatic member in Japan so I can rest in peace. Sending love from Japan! Please excuse my translator-English.
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ColinOfficial@Colin• 26/03/2026
Loading...@unimayo Visiting Japan in 2026 is a priority for me this off-season. We haven’t been since 2024 and we have so many fans there.
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serendipityplaysFnatic Plus@serendipityplays• 20/03/2026
Loading...@Crashies what in the world are you typing in chat during agent select please I need to know 😭
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CrashiesPro@Crashies• 23/03/2026
Loading...@serendipityplays Hahaha, we have some things our coaches are telling us to remember during the game, so I write it down when they are speaking to help remind the boys. 😂
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yahyayyy@yahyayyy• 20/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ The Map Pool is looking very juicy for us this time. But I Am worried about the Yoru Nerf. I think Yoru was Alright and Neon should have been Nerfed instead. Some of Our Banger Maps like Bind, Split and Haven feature Yoru as the Primary duelist along with Alfa on Raze. I think the way You Macro with Yoru is really good. Do you think the Yoru Nerf ( and that too so late into this break and prep time ) will hurt us more than anybody else? And the Neon ceiling around the world is insane ( Dambi etc), do you think we'll be as insane on those Maps with Neon as we were with Yoru ?
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BossBoiBoasterPro@BoasterJ• 23/03/2026
Loading...@yahyayyy The yoru nerf is amazing for us. Kaajak is a really good neon player. Waylay too. I disliked Yoru as it made it so teams have a get out of jail free card with rotations. Now teams have to read the game and play retakes they can’t force flood
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yahyayyy@yahyayyy• 20/03/2026
Loading...@CoachMilan The Map Pool is looking very juicy for us this time. But I Am worried about the Yoru Nerf. I think Yoru was Alright and Neon should have been Nerfed instead. Some of Our Banger Maps like Bind, Split and Haven feature Yoru as the Primary duelist along with Alfa on Raze. I think the way Boaster Macros with Yoru is really good. Do you think the Yoru Nerf ( and that too so late into this break and prep time ) will hurt us more than anybody else. And the Neon ceiling around the world is insane ( Dambi etc), do you think we'll be as insane on those Maps with Neon as we were with Yoru ?
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MilanFanGirl@MilanFanGirl• 20/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ @CoachMilan Silly question, but will we ever see a Boaster and Milan dance duet? I really need it.
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a1yxaFnatic Plus@a1yxa• 20/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ would you ever consider becoming a coach if you decide to retire from playing within the next few years? (please dont retire we love you)
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BossBoiBoasterPro@BoasterJ• 23/03/2026
Loading...@a1yxa No, I don’t think I will become a coach. I’m probably going to become a streamer if I had the choice but we will see it’s a long time away maybe haha
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Kakashi-6907@Kakashi-6907• 20/03/2026
Loading...As we know now that kaajak is resigned for 2 more years but the other members have their contract till the end of this season only , so what would your plans be if we do great this season(ofc we would) but if we dont will there be major changes or not , and do you guys think that we could see some more of neon at FNC @coachmilan @colin
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GlitchyyyLmao@GlitchyyyLmao• 20/03/2026
Loading...@CoachMilan @Veqaj will we see more Veqaj Jett in stage 1?
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Ellis Cheshire@ellisss• 20/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ who do you think you will play the most during the next stage ?
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BossBoiBoasterPro@BoasterJ• 23/03/2026
Loading...@ellisss I imagine neon is going to be very popular this season. Potentially neon waylay, but you might see some yoru as well. It’s hard to say.
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vyt@vyt• 20/03/2026
Loading...@kaajak what is ur thought having to play way more neon now, with the current map pool and agent changes on yoru, are u confident and excited to destroy?
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kaajakPro@kaajak• 23/03/2026
Loading...@vyt Just perfect, finally no more yoru jail and can have some more fun on other agents.
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BrodieVCT Champions 2022@BrodieATK• 19/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ You are one of the most resilient players in the VCT. Is there anything you do to keep your mental in a good spot when it comes to a personal level when things go wrong.
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BossBoiBoasterPro@BoasterJ• 23/03/2026
Loading...@BrodieATK There was a study on athletes where the ones that were able to reset after mistakes were more likely to be successful and win more trophies. So that is all I try to do.
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BrodieVCT Champions 2022@BrodieATK• 19/03/2026
Loading...@Alfajer @CoachMilan is there any thoughts about playing the neon? We saw it on pearl in Toronto and at champs on sunset. I just think its super strong right now when put together with set strats. Obvs if you cant answer that it makes sense aha.
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ShoutVCT Champions 2022@Shout• 19/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ @milan @Szed As someone that is aspiring to compete in Valorant as a coach, what helps you build confidence to make those calls/contribute in practices? It’s been hard for me to be confident which has set me back in my career
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nionomFnatic Nation@nionom• 19/03/2026
Loading...@Colin Throughout your time managing the VALORANT team over the years, what's a core memory that you'll never forget? And what moment made you almost rethink your career path/choice?
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ColinOfficial@Colin• 26/03/2026
Loading...@nionom Winning LOCK//IN is a core memory that I will never forget. It was a validation of all of the work that Mini, Jake and I had put in and it felt like we were finally rewarded for our hard work and doing things the right way. Leo retiring made me rethink a lot. It was a very difficult period and felt like it was just so unfair on all of us. I think also being away from family and friends for almost a decade now makes me think about the future a lot. It isn’t easy.
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GirleMangoVCT Champions 2022@GirleMango• 19/03/2026
Loading...@BoasterJ Ahead of the Lotus changes, what do you think will make the biggest difference in how the map is played and why? If you don’t think it will change alot I’m also curious to hear!
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BossBoiBoasterPro@BoasterJ• 23/03/2026
Loading...@GirleMango I don’t think much has changed other than that a main jump up which is pretty big! Defenders will have a harder time keeping A main control nowadays. Certain agents stocks will be rising too!!
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ScaluxVCT Champions 2022@Scalux• 19/03/2026
Loading...@CoachMilan With the Yoru changes, do you think the team comps will change drastically ? Also, can we expect Boaster on the new agent at some point ? See you guys in London !
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CoachMilanPro@CoachMilan• 19/03/2026
Loading...@Scalux Yes, the Yoru changes make a very significant impact. It should open up the meta a little bit more with teams being able to lean into double duelist still (Neon +1, it’s still good with the cool downs of refresh abilities). It also opens the floor to sentinels being a bit more impactful without Yoru being this present and potentially even seeing some more traditional compositions make a comeback Much more healthy meta I think
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Kona@KonaVL• 19/03/2026
Loading...What was the biggest learning point that you experienced throughout kickoff and how have you improved upon it going into stage 1? - this one's for any of the players
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BossBoiBoasterPro@BoasterJ• 23/03/2026
Loading...@KonaVL Got to be able to play a variety of styles and mix them up. So you might see us take riskier plays, push more, push less, go faster, go slower. All to make opponent have no clue
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gaming__Fnatic Plus@gaming__• 19/03/2026
Loading...Do you think miks will be played in VCT? @CoachMilan
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CoachMilanPro@CoachMilan• 19/03/2026
Loading...@gaming__ Hi! In all honesty, I don’t expect to see a lot of play for him. I haven’t tried him out extensively but it seems like he doesn’t have many things going for him that he excels at