Acend has recruited in-game leader Santeri “BOONECOLD” Sassi, according to the organization's statement today.
BONECOLD has been part of the VALORANT team since it was founded in January 2021 under the name Don't Even Ask. Their ascent to victory began shortly thereafter under the Acend banner.
Acend's consistent performance throughout 2021 has earned them a spot in the VALORANT Champions through Circuit Points (CP). At Champions, Acend found himself in the background against Brazilian rival Vivo Keyd. But an illegal camera used by JhoW gave Acend seven rounds and brought the victory on map three.
Acend won the rest of their matches until they reached the grand final against Gambit. The five-map series between the two European giants decided who would be the first winner of VALORANT Champions. Acend finally took the title of VALORANT Champions and sat on top.
BONECOLD's move to the bench came after Acend failed to qualify for the 2022 VCT Stage One Challengers One playoffs. Acend will now prepare for a Stage Two run with a new in-game leader at the helm.
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