Keria re-signs with T1 but grabs attention for a “strange” detail
On November 14, T1 became the first team in LCK to announce its roster situation for the upcoming 2025 season. Accordingly, Support player Keria has re-signed a multi-year contract lasting until 2026, allowing him to continue wearing the colors of the 2024 World Champion. Additionally, T1’s announcement could be a positive signal, indicating that the ZOFGK roster may continue into next year.
Moreover, this new contract helps Keria surpass Wolf, becoming the Support player who has played with Faker the longest in the history of T1 and LCK in general, as well as in League of Legends.
However, there is a detail that is even more noteworthy about Keria. Specifically, the 2002-born Support has cut his signature hair and has to wear a hat to cover his new look. Keria’s new appearance has genuinely surprised many. However, there is always a reason behind everything, and this time, the “Genius Monster”‘s new haircut is no exception.
The real reason behind T1’s Support’s haircut
In fact, Keria will have to embark on mandatory community service during the break in the season. According to South Korean law, even though Keria has won a Gold Medal at ASIAD and is exempt from mandatory military service, he is still required to serve the community, and this work will last for a certain period. Of course, Keria, like anyone fulfilling their responsibilities, must meet appearance standards. Therefore, whether he wants to or not, this player had to get a haircut.
Besides Keria, players like Zeus and Faker will also “follow suit”, and fans are likely looking forward to the appearance of the “Demon King” once it’s time for him to fulfill his community service. It is highly probable that T1 players will choose the timing after all contracts are finalized before they can embark on their responsibilities.