FaZe Clan, a prominent name in esports, has made a significant move by adding Scott “Pandxrz” Maynard and Nelson “Xeratricky” Medina to their Apex Legends team. This decision comes as a strategic revamp ahead of ALGS Year 4, following their team’s drop in November 2023.
New Additions to FaZe Clan
- Former FURIA Players: Both Pandxrz and Xeratricky were previously part of FURIA and have now been brought into the FaZe fold.
- Joining Veteran Snip3down: They will team up with long-standing FaZe member, Eric “Snip3down” Wrona, who has been with FaZe since October 2022.
Snip3down’s Consistent Performance
- Notable Achievements: Snip3down’s tenure with FaZe Clan includes a 6th place finish in ALGS Champs 2023 and 5th in the 2023 ALGS Split 2 Playoffs.
- Background: An esports legend, Snip3down has been with FaZe Clan since December 2021, initially joining their Halo roster.
Pandxrz and Xeratricky’s Journey
- Rise in ALGS: The duo rose to prominence in the 2022 ALGS Championship with FURIA, known for their unconventional and aggressive playstyle.
- Post-Championship Scenario: Despite their initial success, the team’s performance dwindled post-2022 Champs, leading to their eventual split and search for new opportunities.
A new look for ALGS Year 4
Welcome to the team, @pandxrz & @Xeratricky 🤝#ALGS | #FaZeUp pic.twitter.com/Mdf11Kx1v4
— FaZe Clan (@FaZeClan) January 21, 2024
FaZe Clan’s Prospects in ALGS Year 4
- A Potent Trio: The combination of Snip3down, Pandxrz, and Xeratricky brings a blend of experience and skill, setting FaZe Clan up for potential success.
- Challenging Region: Competing in North America, one of the toughest regions in ALGS, will test the team’s capabilities.
Team Dynamics and Strategy
- Controller and MnK Players: Snip3down and Pandxrz are controller players, while Xeratricky uses mouse and keyboard.
- Current Legend Composition: In recent scrims, the team has been playing with Snip3down on Bloodhound, Pandxrz on Bangalore, and Xeratricky on Conduit, a standard setup that might evolve as the season progresses.
LFT/LF1 with @pandxrz for ALGS
we played bad obviously as a team since split 2 LAN, but it’s been a lack of cohesion thing vs any one person being bad. i still believe myself and pan to be some of the best players in the game, despite our recent performances.
we hold a PL spot
— FaZe Xera (@Xeratricky) December 13, 2023
A New Chapter for FaZe Clan in ALGS
With the ALGS Pro League kicking off this weekend, FaZe Clan’s refreshed lineup is poised to make a strong impact. The synergy between Snip3down, Pandxrz, and Xeratricky will be crucial as they strive for success in the highly competitive ALGS Year 4.