Kings of the big stage. They are adored by the public at all LAN tournaments
It’s not for nothing that LAN tournaments are very different from online battles. After all, to the usual conditions on the server, additional pressure and responsibility are added due to the game in front of the public. And most often, spectators have a great impact on the game: they can support the team in difficult times and boost morale, or even suggest the necessary decision in the clutch. To properly take advantage of their presence, you need to position your fans in the right way. But there are quite a few players who use this to the maximum, because esports players are usually private people. They rarely communicate with people and in front of a large public most often close themselves off. However, in the professional Counter-Strike 2 scene there are several personalities that are loved by absolutely all viewers. Today we will talk about the players who put on a real show on the big stage.
Danil donk Kryshkovets
First, let’s discuss one of the youngest stars of the competitive scene. Danil donk Kryshkovets appeared quite unexpectedly and became a problem for other esportsmen not only on the server, but also on big stages. He mentally crushes his opponents not only with his brilliant performance in matches, but also with his heart-rending shouts and criticism towards his opponents. Excessive emotions can be attributed to his young age, but donk has earned the right to show them, because he is the best player of the beginning of 2024 and the main candidate for the top 1.
IEM Katowice 2024 was the first major LAN for Danil donk Kryshkovets and it was there that he was remembered for his hot character, which led the team to the coveted trophy. And already at BetBoom Dacha Belgrade 2024, the organizers began to fine Team Spirit for shouting the main star, so he began to behave calmer.
Finn karrigan Andersen
The show and the captain of the FaZe Clan roster are inextricably linked. Finn karrigan Andersen has a unique talent for getting the crowd going and winning over his team. He made a big deal after the devastating fiasco at ELEAGUE Major Boston 2018, when the local fans destroyed them with their support in the grand final against Cloud9. Since then, Finn karrigan Andersen has gained experience and learned how to properly communicate with the public between rounds and cards. There is not a single player on the professional stage who does this as masterfully as he does.
Dan apEX Madesclaire
The captain of Team Vitality does not have the same moral fortitude and is loved by fans precisely because of his hot-tempered character. Dan apEX Madesclaire allows himself to shout loudly, jump up from behind the computer and even show obscene gestures to his opponents. Without his bright performances, he would hardly be remembered so much, so they definitely add up to his media image, and without this he obviously would not be such a famous esports player.
Casper cadiaN Meller
The former captain of HEROIC absorbed the main qualities of both Finn karrigan Andersen and Dan apEX Madesclaire. He also screams a lot, hits chairs, tables and devices, but at the same time he is a crowd favorite because he always interacts with fans with warmth and care. It’s hard not to support him, because he’s not afraid to show real feelings and even tears. This approach often helped the team, which was rarely a favorite. In Team Liquid, he has not yet been able to reveal himself as a captain, but the team still needs time.
Oleksandr s1mple Kostyliev
It’s time to remember the legendary player, who is currently inactive. Oleksandr s1mple Kostyliev knew how to flirt with the crowd, although he often showed toxicity towards them. He was always a camera favorite and always came up with something new to interact with the audience. Everyone remembered his «smooya» chant at ESL One: Cologne 2018. He also brought playing cards with him to one of the LANs, and during one of the highlights he showed the Joker into the camera. Such performances are remembered for a long time and it is not for nothing that Kostyliev is a fan of the public.
Every year more and more talents appear on the professional stage. Soon we may see not only new promising newcomers, but also strong personalities who will captivate fans in stadiums with their performances and loud cries. However, they are unlikely to be as young as Danil donk Kryshkovets, this is a unique case, because usually at his age esportsmen do not allow themselves to behave like this in official matches.