Leo Faria
@lhfaria
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Creator and builder. Global Head of @ValorantEsports at @RiotGames . I’m into games, music and good stories. aka Noharris.
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After working directly with the players, reviewing the process, and giving ourselves more time to think through the problem, we've landed on a path that gives them a chance to compete in the VCT Americas league next year. I want to thank everyone for their support of the players.
An update regarding the players impacted by The Guard's decision to not move forward with VCT Americas 2024-25
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I appreciate the passion with which you all showed up to advocate on behalf of the players. We hear you. There are still significant risks our team needs to dig into, but we’re working through this and hope to find a positive outcome for the players. We’ll update you all when we
Hey everyone. This situation is very unfortunate and none of us wanted this outcome. We designed Ascension hoping to see new teams and players joining our International Leagues every year, and it’s disheartening to see this happening in year one. That said, I want to share some
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Welcome to VALORANT Masters Madrid!
@LOUDgg
@Sentinels
@TeamHeretics
@KarmineCorp
@GenG
@pprxteam
@EDG_Edward
@FPX_Esports
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Next week we’re launching a brand-new esports hub in VALORANT that will make tournament information available directly in-client. Teams, matches, schedule, standings and everything you need to know. Excited for this one!
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Thoughts on last night’s draw show and the pick your own opponent mechanic? Should we do it again in future events? How can it be improved?
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The stage is set. Welcome to Masters Tokyo!
Americas
@LOUDgg
@EvilGeniuses
@NRGgg
EMEA
@FNATIC
@NAVIValorant
@TeamLiquid
@FUTesportsgg
Pacific
@DRX_VS
@T1
@pprxteam
China
@EDG_Edward
@ASEsports111
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I always say “thank you” to ChatGPT and Google assistant for giving me answers and controlling things in my house. My wife calls me silly, but let’s see who’s laughing when robots take over, start decimating humanity and choose to spare me. 💀
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They made it! Huge congrats to
@Sentinels
for a massive and well deserved win!
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Hey everyone. This situation is very unfortunate and none of us wanted this outcome. We designed Ascension hoping to see new teams and players joining our International Leagues every year, and it’s disheartening to see this happening in year one. That said, I want to share some
An update regarding the teams participating in VCT Americas 2024.
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The speculation that we're currently reevaluating certain teams partnership status in the VCT is false. We do a performance review of every team at the end of each season, and will reevaluate all teams ahead of the new partnership cycle starting in 2027.
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Leaving Madrid incredibly proud of our community. Thanks to all teams and especially Sentinels and GenG for giving us some of the best VALORANT we’ve ever watched. And a huge thank you to the Spanish community for being the best hosts we could ask for.
#VALORANTMasters
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I'm incredibly saddened to hear about the passing of Twisten. A young man full of energy and potential, who in a short amount of time left a big mark in our community. You'll be remembered.
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@paulwall918
@Sentinels
@Zellsis
@robmooreEsports
We’re offering something better, the winner will have their capsule featured in the game client store!
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It’s time to kick off the Champions festivities! We’ve got so much in store for the next month and a half — music, events, activations, competition, the dopest in-game stuff, plus a few surprises and 2025 season updates. Can’t wait for you to see it all!
#VALORANTChampions
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I hope you enjoyed Masters! While you were all watching grand finals yesterday I was welcoming my baby boy into this world. Little guy chose quite a day to arrive 🙂 I’ll be off work and Twitter for a while to spend time with the family. See you all in about a month for Champs!
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Seeing lots of discussion on VAL tier 2 today. Want to let you know that we hear you and that we have a plan! Sustainability is just one challenge. We’re implementing a slew of changes for next year, including a fully revised calendar with more opportunities for teams to compete.
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The best 16 teams in the world! Welcome to VALORANT Champions!
@LOUDgg
@EvilGeniuses
@NRGgg
@KRUesports
@FNATIC
@LiquidValorant
@FUTesportsgg
@NAVIValorant
@GiantsGaming
@pprxteam
@DRX_VS
@T1
@zetadivision
@EDG_Edward
@BilibiliGaming
@FPX_Esports
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VCT palooza this weekend crowning all four 2024 International League champions! Also, these trophies slaaaaaaaaps!
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I realize this is poor expectation management from my part, but… Champions LA is by far our most ambitious event yet! It’s going to be bonkers and I can’t wait for you all to see everything we have in store!
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LOUD saw the upsets in Pacific and EMEA and said — not here! Congrats for the historic win to all three first-ever VCT International League champions
@LOUDgg
@LiquidValorant
@pprxteam
!
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Thank you for an unforgettable Champions! It’s very special and inspiring to see everyone putting their hearts and souls into this sport and this community, and we do not take it for granted. Much love to you all.
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(Crossposting from )
Hi everyone! Leo here on behalf of the VCT team.
We’re quickly approaching the end of 2023, and I’d like to take a moment to recap and celebrate all the great results our community achieved together this year.
Our most successful
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Super excited to welcome
@Mastercard
as the new global partner of the VALORANT Champions Tour! Having such a staple brand believing in our vision and supporting the ecosystem is a testament to the strength of our sport and the amazing future of
@ValorantEsports
.
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Game Changers is an event that holds a special place in our hearts. This one was special. And what makes me most proud is seeing the conversation online focused on the game, the plays, the meta, the stats, the players. Not people’s genders or any other bullshit. Let’s celebrate
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I’m down in Brazil visiting friends and our new esports studios. The team is absolutely killing it as usual! Can’t wait for you all to see the brand new CBLOL arena packed with fans, and the exciting stuff we have cooking for WRE! 🇧🇷
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We have several updates on the 2024 season lined up for the next several weeks! The OFF//SEASON announcement went live a bit earlier than planned, but now that you’ve all seen it, I’m excited to share that we have 40+ events planned for this year! More to come.
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You can’t script this 🙂
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Super encouraged by the response to the capsules today. Sustainability in esports has been a topic of conversation for some time, and I hope this, alongside everything else we do, reinforces our commitment to it. A big thank you to all esports teams for collaborating with us and
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We’re inviting more creators to co-stream LOCK//IN. While we want diversity and variety of languages, we don’t want to stop folks who are committed to our sport from creating content and being part of this moment with us. Thanks for your feedback, I hope you have a ton of fun!
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VCT team capsules are available today! Go get yours and support your favorite teams. CN capsules will come in June around Masters Shanghai.
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Pro players have also shared greatly in that success. From the $33 million in digital items shared this year, teams distributed close to $12 million to players and coaches (35% on average). Riot also paid a total of $4.5 million in prize pools, of which over $3 million were
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PRX and Sentinels at the top! VCT team capsules rankings are coming live soon, go support your favorite team!
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At this pace I won’t even get a “10%” title 😂 Did anyone’s brackets survive this madness?
#VALORANTChampions
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After two years of incredibly successful Champions collections, we're launching the
#VCTLOCKIN
capsule to allow fans to celebrate and support the esports teams they love. 50% of revenues will be shared with all 30 partnered teams. Available Feb 8th!
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This is why we came to Brazil! For the community, the passion and the energy of the crowd. You did not disappoint! Que orgulho! 🇧🇷
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KRU bringing out the big guns for the match today!
MUCHAAAAAAAAACHOOOOOS
Compartimos los colores y también la pasión por la competencia.
El mejor de la historia ya tiene equipo para la final de hoy 🤟
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Still riding high after Champions grand finals! We've been dreaming about this moment for a long time. A moment when we'd bring all things VALORANT together — the game, the sport, the community, the culture. Yesterday was everything we dreamed of and more.
New music, new map, new winners- but VALORANT evolves most through you.
Thank you Los Angeles for an amazing
#VALORANTChampions
!
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Masters Shanghai is coming! Get ready to learn Chinese buddy 🙂
#VALORANTMasters
Shanghai takes place May 23 - June 9!
Here’s everything you need to know about the tournament format.
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Congrats to
@GenG
and
@vctpacific
for their very first international trophy! Thanks to the best team in the biz for another great show, and of course to the Chinese community for embracing VAL with so much passion and being such great hosts. Until next time!
THE MASTERS TROPHY IS COMING HOME TO THE PACIFIC!
GEN.G ESPORTS ARE THE
#VALORANTMasters
SHANGHAI WINNERS!
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To make it up to ticket holders for missing the event at The Shrine on Sunday, additionally to a refund, we’ll offer everyone a complimentary ticket to The Forum on Thursday! I hope you can make it.
For everyone’s safety we’ll have no live audience for the matches at The Shrine tomorrow. All ticket holders will get a refund, and we’ll continue monitoring weather conditions. Stay safe out there everyone.
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Today will go down as one of the best days in VCT history! One of the best series ever, during our biggest tournament ever. A huge congrats to
@FNATIC
for the win! Thanks also to
@LOUDgg
and all the other 30 teams for such a phenomenal kickoff to our season!
#VCTLOCKIN
Emotions of a 2-year journey!
@OfficialBoaster
shares his thoughts on the
@Verizon
Post-Match Interview.
#VCTLOCKIN
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@areniego_cj
Ok I’ll just say it — there’s no Aespa at Champs. One of their new songs just happens to be named Supernova which is also the Champions campaign creative thematic. Pure coincidence. The Champs anthem is called Superpower, we’ve already announced the performers it’s so dope!
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We’re implementing a few changes, big and small, including canceling a bunch of comp tickets and putting it all on sale, getting rid of the event card for concessions, reducing the half-time duration a bit, refining the audio mix, and more. Thanks for your feedback!
First round of matches completed at
#VCTLOCKIN
! What do you like? What can be better? Share your feedback.
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The Paris metro is looking good promoting the upcoming
@TeamVitality
vs
@KarmineCorp
match on
#VCTEMEA
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@Sentinels
@sen_sacy
Thanks for everything and congrats for writing your name in the history of VALORANT. 🇧🇷❤️
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The biggest esport in the world, breaking records 13 years in! What a special Worlds this was. Congrats to my best friend
@NazAletaha
and the entire team! I’m so proud. And a little jealous. 🙂
#Worlds2023
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Thank you for marking Masters Madrid VCT’s most successful event to date!
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Safe travels to all Alpha bracket teams flying to São Paulo for
#VCTLOCKIN
! Let the hype begin.
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Welcome to VCT EMEA
@gentlemates
! 🇫🇷 And kudos to all teams around the world for taking part in Challengers and Ascensions! Stay tuned for updates on how we’re evolving VAL tier 2 next season.
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Swiss will be back for Masters Shanghai, with a twist — the 1st seeds from each league who get a bye to the playoffs stage will get to pick their own opponents for the first round, live on stage. Full format explainer coming soon. Also, go say hi to
@RiotPanzzzzz
!
Plenty more to look forward to in the VCT!
Here's a quick check-in with
@lhfaria
and
@RiotPanzzzzz
ahead of
#VALORANTMasters
Shanghai.
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For everyone’s safety we’ll have no live audience for the matches at The Shrine tomorrow. All ticket holders will get a refund, and we’ll continue monitoring weather conditions. Stay safe out there everyone.
In anticipation of tomorrow's severe weather in Los Angeles, we will not be facilitating a live audience at the Shrine.
Refunds will be available for all impacted ticket holders.
#VALORANTChampions
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I joined Plat Chat today to talk about Ascensions and all things Challengers. Go check it out, the guys are still live! PS: I didn’t get the mustache memo 🥸
North America’s DOWNFALL was GREATLY EXAGGERATED (feat.
@lhfaria
)
We are LIVE with Plat Chat VALORANT episode. 134
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We'll do everything we can to honor him, provide emotional support to everyone close to him, and make any accommodations necessary for Vitality, their players, and staff.
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@Bo_Hoogland
Details on the 2023 offseason are coming, but the big change comes next year with an overhaul of the tier 2 ecosystem with competitions year-round and a strong connection with Premier. I acknowledge this year is a bit tough, but we're very committed to making tier 2 thrive.
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The last spot at Champs on the line tomorrow between
@100T_VAL
and
@KRUesports
!
Make sure to tune in to the VCT Americas grand finals on Sunday to watch the Champs group draw live.
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We'll follow up soon with information on how you can join Riot in supporting mental health programs around the world.
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Cute seeing you all posting your s-tier vandals, but there's only one right answer.
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Less than one month to go! It’ll be worth the wait 🙂
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@Bo_Hoogland
Yes absolutely. Teams still need to meet our criteria for partnership, but there's no question that orgs in Challengers are the first in line whenever slots open up.
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I know the debate comes from a place of passion and desire to the part of the VCT ecosystem. We appreciate you all for that. Stay tuned for a full update later this month, I think you’ll be exited about it!
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Masters is coming to Madrid! 🇪🇸
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OMG IT’S POTTER!
Is this the dopest skin or what?!
You can lift the trophy too
This is the Champions 2024 skin collection narrated by
@omgitspotter
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Welcome to the 2023 VALORANT Game Changers Championship in São Paulo! Less than a month to go.
#VCTGameChangers
@EvilGeniuses
@version1gg
@BBL_esports
@G2VALORANT
@TeamLiquidBR
@KRUesports
@TeamSMGofficial
@EDG_Edward
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I’m very saddened by the tragedy in Turkey and Syria, and the passing of pro-player Gizem "Luie" Harmankaya. We were just in Istanbul for Champions and the Turkish people were incredible hosts, showing nothing but love to all of us visitors who were amazed by the country.
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VCT LOCK//IN was awesome, but it was just the start of the season! We'll see you in less than a month for the historical kickoff of our three brand-new international leagues! VCT Americas: Apr 1, VCT EMEA: Mar 27, VCT Pacific: Mar 25.
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The road to VALORANT Champions starts now! Summer will be packed with a ton of competition, and it all leads to Los Angeles! Can't wait for you all to see what we have in store. Check it all out here:
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Was this one of the best series in VCT history??! Holy shit. What a moment to witness! Huge kudos to both teams, such an amazing rivalry brewing between these two rosters.
WHAT AN UNBELIEVABLE SERIES 🔥
@LOUDgg
wins 2-1 to advance in the ALPHA bracket!!!
#VCTLOCKIN
#goLOUD
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Come hang out tomorrow and chat all things VCT
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Your favorite creators, a show match in the new TDM mode, aaaaaand a sneak peek of the new agent. 👀 You don’t want to miss this one!
The Showmatch is back at the
#VALORANTMasters
Grand Finals!
Watch stars from Japan take on global talent in VALORANT’s newest high-octane game mode: Team Deathmatch 🔥
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@LudwigAhgren
That'd be hype indeed! Ludwig x Tarik was dope and I'm happy to support you doing more. Let us know what you need.
And hey I'd love to see The Guard winning. The whole point of guest slots is seeing those cinderela stories and new teams/pros making it all the way to the top!
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Looking forward to kicking off
#VCTEMEA
in the beautiful new Riot Games Arena in Berlin next month!
POV: You're about to play in the new Riot Games Arena
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@robmooreEsports
@Sentinels
Haha this is awesome! To be clear we’ll release usage rankings, not just sales. Fans can only buy a capsule once, but they can spam it in game to help their team climb the ranks 🙂
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@LudwigAhgren
Ok.. we got to that point where you folks will be mad no matter what I say. So this will be my last note on the topic.
I'm not saying The Guard is a cinderella story, I'm saying that's why we created the system for. Look at Gentle Mates in EMEA, the team didn't exist 6 months
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@valynfps
Love me some G2
@valynfps
You should all be very proud. I’m ever so grateful for having had the opportunity to fix that promo situation and for having you guys in VCT Americas. Stories like yours is why we created Ascension in the first place, and seeing you thrive is very inspiring. GL at Champs!
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Get hyped!!
#VALORANTMasters
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