T1 Superstar – Doran Receives ‘Bad News’ Live on Stream
For professional League of Legends players, the reality of having to retire due to injury can be daunting but is manageable. However, in the LCK, players also face the prospect of being called up for mandatory military service under the country’s laws. Yet, no one, especially T1 fans, expected that this situation would apply to their rookie superstar Doran.
Accordingly, while streaming, Doran unexpectedly received a call from the Military Manpower Administration. He confirmed this information himself, and Doran’s expression appeared more reserved and contemplative than usual.
Fans Also Worry for T1’s Superstar
According to some Korean fans, receiving a call from this agency means a notification regarding military service obligations or possible military-related issues. Currently, Doran (born in 2000) is theoretically of age for mandatory service.
Moreover, the possibility of Doran having to fulfill military duties in the future is entirely plausible. Even with the upcoming Esports Olympics or ASIAD, he is not the only option for the Top Lane position as Kiin is still available. Not to mention, no one can guarantee that Doran can maintain his performance level in the future. Thus, it is understandable that both he and T1 fans are worried.
However, one thing is certain: Doran will not have to serve this year, and he still has plenty of time to prove himself. In the event that he reaches peak performance while wearing the T1 jersey, it is entirely possible for this superstar Top Laner to create a miracle, just as his joining the 2024 World Championship-winning team was a shock to the League of Legends community at the end of 2024.