Team Vitality's Derke showcased a brilliant Yoru play during the EMEA kick-off event's upper bracket final against Heretics, demonstrating why pro strategies might not always work in regular ranked games.

In a crucial bonus round on Haven's C site, Derke executed a deceptively simple yet ingenious play. Instead of using conventional utility or his available ultimate ability, he walked straight down C long without any cover – a move that would typically spell certain death.

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The brilliance lay in Derke's psychological play: by mimicking Yoru's clone ability (Fakeout), he tricked defenders into believing he was merely a harmless decoy. After selling the fake by briefly hitting a wall, he quickly eliminated both benjyfishy and Boo, who had chosen not to shoot what they assumed was a clone to avoid being flashed.

Vitality went on to win the map 13-10 and dominated Heretics 13-1 on Abyss, advancing to the VCT EMEA Kick grand final.

Key Takeaways for Ranked Players:

• Always consider shooting Yoru "clones" and turning away from potential flashes
• This high-level strategy requires precise timing and game sense
• Leave complex pro strategies to professional play
• Basic utility usage and conventional approaches are often more reliable in ranked games

While Derke's play was masterful at the professional level, attempting to replicate it in regular ranked games could be risky. Focus on fundamentals and conventional strategies for more consistent results.

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