Simran Joshi
Fnatic’s top laner Oscar “Oscarinin” Muñoz Jiménez shared his thoughts following the team’s elimination from the 2023 League of Legends World Championship. Reflecting on Fnatic’s performance, Oscarinin emphasized that the team maintained a consistent playstyle, regardless of their opponents, including those from powerhouse regions like LPL and LCK. As the off-season begins, Oscarinin expressed uncertainty about the team’s future but acknowledged the need for reflection and potential changes moving forward.
Oscarinin’s Playstyle Consistency Across Regions
Oscarinin emphasized that his approach to gameplay remains consistent, regardless of whether he is facing teams from the LPL (China) or LCK (Korea). “I think I play the same against everyone,” he stated, suggesting that his individual playstyle doesn’t vary significantly based on the opponent’s region. This consistency reflects confidence in his ability and the broader team strategy, rather than adapting heavily to different regional styles.
While acknowledging that Fnatic does prepare for opponents, Oscarinin explained that their gameplay adjustments are more tactical than fundamental. “Obviously, we prep and if someone does something more or less, we know what we want to do, but we play the same way against every team,” he explained. This preparation involves studying the opposition’s tendencies but ultimately sticking to their core game plan.
Uncertain Future for Fnatic After Elimination
Reflecting on Fnatic’s recent elimination from Worlds, Oscarinin expressed uncertainty about the team’s future direction. “I don’t really know what’s next for FNC,” he admitted, signaling that the off-season will be a time for reflection and potential change. At this point, the team hasn’t outlined any specific plans, and it’s clear that the next steps are still up in the air.
Oscarinin also noted the importance of taking time to assess the year as a whole. “For now, it’s off-season. I don’t know what will really happen – we will just reflect on the year and see what to change for the next one,” he said. This suggests that Fnatic will undergo a period of evaluation, possibly leading to strategic or roster adjustments ahead of the next competitive season.
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