Rodion “fear” Smyk has announced his departure from the Passion UA CS2 roster, sparking speculation about his rumored move to Fnatic’s active lineup in 2025. Earlier, fear stated in an interview that he would remain with the team as long as the roster stayed intact. However, with s-chilla leaving and rumors circulating about Jambo being courted by other organizations, fear has opted to move on.
Impact of fear’s Exit
Fear’s departure could have a significant effect on Passion UA, as the team began achieving notable success only after his arrival. Some argue that the credit for their rise might also belong to their coach, Kane. The question of who will replace fear remains unanswered, but one possible candidate could be byr9, who recently exited kONO.ECF. However, this is purely speculative, and only time will reveal the team’s next move.
fear’s Farewell Message
Upon leaving, fear addressed the community, expressing his gratitude:
“Hello, everyone! I’m sure many of you have already seen the news. I want to thank the Passion UA organization, my teammates, coach, staff, and, most importantly, the fans. Your support was felt throughout the season. It has been an unforgettable journey, and we’ve made our mark in the history of Ukrainian CS. Please continue supporting Passion UA, and I’ll do my best to honor our flag on the international stage. Everything will be Passion, everything will be Ukraine!”
Kane’s Reflections on fear
Passion UA’s legendary coach, Kane, also shared his thoughts, praising fear’s contributions and wishing him success:
“Rodion has always been an exceptional leader, and it was clear from the start of our partnership. He gave his all to the team, and for that, we are deeply grateful. We are proud to have been part of his journey and to see him reach for new heights. He belongs among the best, and perhaps our paths will cross again. Good luck to him, and see you on the server!”
fear’s Performance and Future
Over the last six months, fear has delivered impressive performances in S-tier tournaments, boasting a 6.6 rating, with a 6.1 overall rating across all events—a strong showing for a team captain. This upward trajectory has made his move to a new team seem inevitable.
Insiders report that fear is set to join Fnatic as their captain, a role recently vacated by bodyy. For fear, this marks an opportunity to showcase his leadership and skills at a higher level alongside elite players.
Statistical comparisons highlight fear as a stronger performer than bodyy across multiple aspects, further validating his promotion to Fnatic. Although fear had expressed a willingness to stay with Passion UA if the roster remained intact, the team’s decisions led to his departure. In his own words, fear emphasized that his next step would involve joining a team stronger than his previous one, and Fnatic appears to fit the bill.
