Rekkles Breaks Silence on Thorin's 'Narcissistic Diva' Accusations

Rekkles Breaks Silence on Thorin's 'Narcissistic Diva' Accusations

By Marcus Chen

February 13, 2025 at 05:20 PM

Professional gamer Rekkles posing

Professional gamer Rekkles posing

League of Legends pro player Carl Martin Erik "Rekkles" Larsson faces controversy following accusations about his behavior from esports journalist Duncan "Thorin" Shields. The allegations surfaced in a nearly two-hour video that portrays Rekkles as a difficult teammate with problematic behavior patterns.

Cartoon female character with purple hair

Cartoon female character with purple hair

Rekkles during 2015 LCS interview

Rekkles during 2015 LCS interview

Key Points of the Controversy:

  • Thorin's video features anonymous sources from former teammates and coaches
  • Claims focus on Rekkles' alleged mood swings and communication issues
  • Rekkles admitted to experiencing "extreme anxiety" over the situation
  • The player has previously disclosed his autism diagnosis and mental health challenges

Rekkles' Response:

  • Chose not to watch the video or its trailer
  • Acknowledged Thorin's long-standing criticism
  • Expressed significant anxiety affecting his ability to practice
  • Currently taking time away from team practice due to mental health concerns

Community Reaction:

  • Many fans criticized the video's lack of concrete evidence
  • Some called for legal action against potential defamation
  • Others defended the video as providing context for past roster changes
  • Debate continues about the ethics of publishing anonymous accusations

Current Status: Rekkles is expected to return to competition in the NLC Winter playoffs next week with Los Ratones, despite the ongoing controversy.

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