Faker, the legendary midlaner of T1, continues to surprise the League of Legends community. Despite having one of the most prestigious skins named after him, he chose not to use it during a recent LCK match.
Faker’s Surprising Decision in the LCK Summer Split
In a recent series during the League of Legends Championship Korea (LCK) Summer Split, Faker had the opportunity to showcase his exclusive Hall of Legends Ahri skin. This skin, named “Ascended Legend,” was designed to honor Faker’s induction into the Hall of Fame.
The skin’s release was a significant event last month, celebrated widely within the community. However, during the second game of the series against Kwangdong Freecs, Faker opted for Ahri’s default skin instead.
The Reason Behind Faker’s Choice
Fans and analysts were eager to see Faker use the prestigious skin, anticipating a memorable moment in the match. However, Faker’s decision to stick with the default Ahri skin caught everyone off guard. When asked about his choice, Faker explained, “I was focused on the game and I never use skins anyway, so I didn’t use it. I hope the fans enjoy it.”
This decision is consistent with Faker’s longstanding approach to the game. Throughout his illustrious 10-year career, he has rarely used skins, maintaining a strict “No skins” policy. This characteristic has become one of his trademarks, influencing fans and even other professional players.
Community Reaction and Potential Future Use
While T1’s victory over Kwangdong Freecs was celebrated, many fans expressed disappointment over Faker not using the special skin. The community’s reaction has sparked discussions about whether Faker will ever use the Ascended Legend skin in a competitive match.
Historically, Faker has used skins only on rare occasions, typically those commemorating his World Championship victories with SKT T1. The backlash from fans may push Faker to reconsider his stance, potentially leading to a historic moment where he dons the Hall of Legends Ahri skin in future games.
Upcoming Matches and Expectations
T1 is currently holding the second position in the LCK Summer Split standings, tied with Kwangdong Freecs. The reigning World Champions are closely trailing Gen.G, the dominant team of the season and the recent Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) champions.
As the LCK progresses, fans will be keenly watching T1’s upcoming matches, hoping to catch a glimpse of Faker using his prestigious skin. Here are the next matches for T1:
- T1 vs. DRX | Wednesday, June 26 | 10:00 AM (CET)
- T1 vs. KT Rolster | Saturday, June 29 | 8:00 AM (CET)
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Final Toughts
Stay tuned to see if Faker will surprise us all and finally use the Ascended Legend skin in the LCK.