As the League of Legends offseason continues globally, the LCK has already wrapped up its transfer window, with teams preparing for the upcoming preseason. Among them, T1 participated in the annual RedBull Showmatch event but this year marked a major change. For the first time in years, Gumayusi did not play as the team’s bot laner. Instead, fans saw Peyz step into the ADC role.
During one of the event’s Q&A sessions, Peyz received a sensitive question about his predecessor. Specifically, he was asked to evaluate himself now that he’s joined what many consider “the strongest roster in League of Legends history” following Gumayusi’s departure.
Peyz responded thoughtfully: “Gumayusi is an exceptionally talented player. Now, as Peyz, I will do my best to fill that role.”
The moment quickly became a hot topic across the online community. Many fans viewed the question as tactless and lacking awareness of the context. After all, Gumayusi, second only to Faker in iconic status for T1, had become a symbol of consistency and excellence in the bot lane. His legacy, achievements, and emotional connection with fans are profound making any direct comparison inevitably weighty.
Some online reactions included:
- “That was such a poor question doesn’t fit the setting, and worse, they mentioned Zeus and ignored Doran, who just won the championship with T1.”
- “Terrible question, but Peyz handled it very well.”
- “Just be yourself, Peyz. You’ve got this!”
It’s no surprise the question triggered strong responses. Peyz is acutely aware of the massive shoes he’s stepping into. Replacing the 2025 Worlds FMVP isn’t just about skill it’s about mental fortitude. While Peyz has shown immense talent during his time with Gen.G, his true test lies ahead.
As the new season approaches, only time and Peyz’s composure will determine whether he can thrive in a position long defined by the legacy of Gumayusi.
Sources: gamek