While so many people are waiting to see what moves the main LCS teams will make, it is their Academy teams that make moves that determine the LCS’ future. Some of the next jojopyuns, Dannys, Spicas and more have to make their way through Academy to be the next LCS stars. Who will be these potentially next great stars? Well here is the likely 2023 Cloud9 Academy Roster with players who they believe could help them now and in the future.
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The path to the LCS has gone through significant changes heading into the 2023 season. The new North American Challengers League will look very similar to the new VALORANT Franchising format. There are the 10 LCS Academy teams and then six Provisional Teams or more specifically, former Amateur teams. The 10 Academy teams will be permanent while the six Provisional Teams have to fight to keep their spots.
Listed below is how the season will go with a Promotional Tournament twice a year.
Below is the team that Cloud9 will be sending through that gauntlet.
Top: Fakegod
Jung: Tomio
Mid: EMENES
Bot: Lost
Sup: Zeyzal
There is no doubt that fans will be excited about some of these players. Particularly Tomio and EMENES. Both players are still unproven and have shown plenty of promise in the past. While Tomio is not expected to supplant Blaber, the rumor of Diplex joining Cloud9 leaves the door open for EMENES should he not perform. Completing the roster is Fakegod, who had moments in the LCS during his time with Dignitas but was not able to hold onto his position. Also Lost, who has slowly fallen down the ranks but will look to be a strong option behind Berseker. Lastly, Zeyzal, the former 2022 Coach for Cloud9 will likely back up Zven.
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