In a surprising turn of events, Canadian Dota 2 superstar Arteezy has announced his departure from Shopify Rebellion’s active roster. This move marks a significant shift in the North American Dota 2 scene, as Arteezy has been a prominent figure since his days with Evil Geniuses and later with Shopify Rebellion.
Arteezy’s Announcement and Future Plans
Arteezy shared his decision on X (formerly Twitter) shortly after Shopify Rebellion revealed their roster for the Elite League Season Two. In his post, Arteezy mentioned that competing without some of his closest friends and former teammates had led him to consider taking a break.
He stated, “On a personal note, competing in Dota without some of my closest friends and former teammates has made me consider taking a break.” He also mentioned his intention to remain active in the Dota 2 community through streaming on Twitch and engaging with Shopify.
A Potential Move to Europe
With the evolving landscape of competitive Dota 2, Arteezy hinted at a possible move to Europe. He expressed a desire to relocate in order to continue improving and participate more actively in competitive Dota.
This potential move aligns with a trend seen among North American players, such as Quinn and Sneyking, who have achieved notable success after transitioning to European teams. Arteezy’s previous stint in Europe with Team Secret during The International 2015 (TI5) remains a memorable chapter in his career.
Reflecting on Shopify Rebellion’s Performance
Arteezy took a considerable share of the responsibility for Shopify Rebellion’s disappointing performance over the past year. He admitted that his leadership role, granted to him after The International 2023, posed significant challenges that impacted his effectiveness and, consequently, the team’s performance.
Shopify Rebellion’s failure to qualify for key tournaments such as The International 2024 and the Riyadh Masters reflects a tough year for the team.
Changes to Shopify Rebellion’s Roster
Following Arteezy’s departure, Shopify Rebellion has made notable adjustments to their roster:
- Pakazs: The Peruvian carry player has replaced Arteezy.
- SabeRLight: Returning to the offlane role, SabeRLight takes over from MinD_ContRoL.
The rest of the roster remains consistent with their last appearance in DreamLeague Season 22, featuring Yopaj in the mid lane, Kitrak in position four, skem in position five, and BuLba as coach.
Conclusion
Arteezy’s departure from Shopify Rebellion signals a major shift in both his career and the team’s dynamics. As he contemplates a move to Europe and continues to stay engaged through streaming and community involvement, the Dota 2 landscape awaits his next move.
Shopify Rebellion, on the other hand, will look to rebuild and regain their footing with their new roster adjustments.