The Macedonian captain’s sought-after status was solidified by his leadership during Apeks’ impressive run at the BLAST.tv Paris Major.
Heroic’s proactive move to secure Kyxsan’s services signals a strategic step in reinforcing their competitive edge.
With this signing, Heroic completes the puzzle of their comprehensive roster rebuild, ushering in a new era that amalgamates experience and fresh talent.
The revamped dynamics within the team set the stage for Kyxsan’s leadership, marking a transformative shift for Heroic.
The departure of Casper “cadiaN” M?ller, Heroic’s legendary former IGL, leaves behind a legacy defined by strategic brilliance and exceptional leadership.
Kyxsan now faces the formidable challenge of filling the void left by CadiaN, not only in terms of statistics and individual skill but also in terms of the profound impact CadiaN had on the team’s culture and success.
As Kyxsan steps into this challenging role, he faces a time crunch with the PGL Copenhagen Major Europe RMR open qualifiers looming on January 8.
Adapting to Heroic’s gameplay, implementing new strategies, and establishing cohesion within the team become critical tasks for Kyxsan from the outset.
The urgency to form a cohesive unit adds an extra layer of pressure, requiring Kyxsan to quickly adapt to a new team dynamic, coordinate strategies with new teammates, and lead Heroic through the high-stakes qualifiers.
The esports community eagerly awaits Heroic’s debut with Kyxsan at the helm, as the narrative of the team’s journey unfolds with a mix of anticipation and curiosity.
The PGL Copenhagen Major Europe RMR open qualifiers serve as a trial by fire, testing Heroic’s mettle and revealing the extent of Kyxsan’s influence on the team’s trajectory in the post-CadiaN era.
The expectations surrounding Kyxsan’s leadership and the potential impact on Heroic’s competitive standing are substantial, and fans can only hope for the best.
Despite attracting interest from various clubs following Apeks’ success, Kyxsan opted to extend his contract with the Norwegian organization until the end of 2024.
Apeks continued to participate in notable events throughout the year, securing runners-up finishes at Elisa Masters Espoo and ESL Challenger Atlanta, propelling them to No. 11 in the ESL rankings.
Best gift ever.
Welcome @kyxsancs
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— HEROIC (@heroicgg) December 21, 2023
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nicoodoz joined the esports organization in June 2022 alongside Copenhagen Flames teammate Fredrik “?roeJ?” J?rgensen. The duo were a part of several Fnatic successes, including their Elisa Masters Espoo 2022 win.
The team also placed second in the REPUBLEAGUE Season 3 with nicoodoz on the lineup and reached the Intel Extreme Masters Rio Major 2022 quarter-finals. Fnatic, however, faced some difficulty making regular deep runs in tournaments.
According to Fnatic’s statement, nicoodoz was free to consider other opportunities while away from the active lineup.
“With the ongoing changes to our CS team, we bid our farewell to @nicoodoz as he is moved to the bench whilst he assesses his current opportunities,” the post read.
“Joining alongside his teammate RoeJ, Nico brought a fresh new identity to the server, taking on the best AWP’ers across CS and proving he is a true force to be reckoned with. We wish him the best with his future and we can’t wait to see him back again on the server. Thank you for everything Nic.”
nicoodoz posted a 1.08 rating and a 1.03 impact with Fnatic. While impressive, the figure is still a distance away from his record in Copenhagen Flames. The player averaged a 1.10 rating during his almost two-year stint with Copenhagen Flames.
Fnatic currently have only three players on their starting five following nicoodoz’s move. The team parted ways with Dion “FASHR?” Derksen earlier this summer as a result of their disappointing results in the Spring. The player is currently signed to OG.
The remaining players on Fnatic’s lineup include Freddy “?KRIMZ?” Johansson, William “?mezii?” Merriman, and Fredrik “?roeJ?” J?rgensen.
The organization did not mention who they had in mind to replace ?nicoodoz? on the starting five; however, French AWPer Aur��lien “?afro?” Drapier is expected to take up the team’s now vacant sniper position. The player was previously a part of HEET and LDLC before leaving the latter organization in May this year.
Fnatic will likely make more changes to their CS:GO lineup, so fans can expect an update soon.
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