Rain Reflects on Transition from IGL Role at 100 Thieves

Håvard "rain" Nygaard has stepped back from his role as in-game leader (IGL) for 100 Thieves after just over six months. The Norwegian player joined the organization as part of their new European project but has since transitioned to focus on his individual gameplay after the addition of Jack "Gizmy" von Spreckelsen to the roster during the offseason.

In a recent interview, rain reflected on his decision to move away from the IGL position, stating that he had a conversation with Lukas "gla1ve" midway through the season, which prompted him to reconsider his role. He expressed satisfaction in returning to a position that allows him to enjoy his gameplay more fully, saying, "I can go back to playing my own roles. I can do what I really enjoy doing."

As the team advances to the Esports World Cup (EWC) main event, rain shared insights on their performance during the open qualifiers. He noted the team's resilience, particularly in a tense match against BC.Game, where they narrowly avoided elimination. Rain highlighted the energy and effort from the team, stating they managed the pressure well despite the intensity of the matches.

Looking ahead, rain expressed confidence in facing top-tier competition, emphasizing his preference for playing against higher-ranked teams. He acknowledged the challenges that come with integrating a new IGL but believes the team's ongoing theory sessions and adaptation to Gizmy's system will yield positive results over time. Rain concluded by indicating that while they are not yet at their peak, he is optimistic about their potential as they continue to develop.