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Who is the most iconic esports player in League of Legends?Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok of course.
Dubbed the “Unkillable Demon King,” this Korean mid laner has garnered numerous championship titles and awards both locally and internationally, cementing his place as a legendary figure in the esports industry.
Faker began his career in 2013 when he joined SK Telecom T1 2 (later renamed T1) as its starting mid laner.
Duringhis debut match against CJ Blaze in the OGN Olympus Champions Spring 2013, the then 17-year-old rookie player impressed with his perfectly-timed spears and quick combos on Nidalee, showcasing his immense potential.
Since then, Faker has become the most decorated player in the LCK and in the world, boasting an impressive record of four World titles, two Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) titles, and 10 LCK titles over the course of his career.
His achievements have not only raised the flag for the League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) but also played a pivotal role in shaping the esports landscape as we know it today.
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