The legendary T1 roster in League of Legends, which claimed back-to-back World Championship titles in 2023 and 2024, is officially becoming part of history as one of its core players departs.

Zeus has become a free agent, and this move may be driven by personal ambitions or salary considerations — it’s hard to imagine leaving a roster that has twice proven itself as the best. T1 has already announced Doran, known for his time with HLE, as Zeus’ replacement. It’s also possible that Zeus might head to HLE in return.

This is undeniably a weakening for T1. While Doran is among the top players in the LCK for the top lane, his individual skill level doesn’t quite match Zeus. Conversely, if Zeus joins HLE, it would mark a significant upgrade for the team.

Looking ahead, it’s important to note that the LCK is expected to dominate the international League of Legends scene next year. Western regions lack the competitive strength to pose a serious challenge, and China’s esports scene is facing turmoil due to the introduction of salary caps. Rumors suggest that organizations like Bilibili Gaming may undergo major overhauls as they struggle to maintain high salaries for their players.

A major offseason events for League of Legends are on the horizon, and these reshuffles are only the beginning.

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