Questions and Answers
What is Lee Sang-hyeok's popular gaming nickname?
Which team does Faker currently captain?
In which year did Faker first participate in the competitive scene of League of Legends?
How many times has Faker's team won the World Championship in League of Legends?
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What was the first professional team that Faker joined?
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Against which player did Faker debut in his first match with SKT T1?
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What game did Faker play before transitioning to League of Legends?
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In his debut match, which champion did Faker choose to play?
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What significant event is associated with Faker's career in 2013?
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How did Faker's performance against Ryu in the finals impact his reputation?
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What was Faker's champion of choice during the notable solo encounter with Ryu?
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What achievement did Faker accomplish with SKT T1 after the 2013 season?
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Which title is commonly associated with Faker in relation to his gaming skills?
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What was the significant outcome of Faker's performance at the World Championship Season 3?
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What has been the trend regarding champions played by Faker after his initial success?
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Despite challenges in subsequent seasons, how has Faker's influence remained?
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Study Notes
Overview of Lee Sang-hyeok (Faker)
- Born on May 7, 1996, in Seoul, South Korea.
- Known by his gamer tag Faker, a professional esports player and captain of the T1 team.
- First esports player inducted into the Hall of Fame for League of Legends.
Achievements
- Regarded as the greatest League of Legends player in history.
- Won the World Championship with SKT T1 in 2013, 2015, 2016, and 2023.
- Finished as runner-up in 2017 and 2022.
Career Beginnings
- Started gaming career with Warcraft III, playing maps such as Footman Frenzy and DotA.
- Transitioned to League of Legends upon its release in South Korea.
- Competed under the name GoJeonPa, achieving a high ELO of 2536 in season 2012, surpassing most professionals in the country.
Professional Transition
- Recruited by SK Telecom in February 2013 after impressive solo queue performance.
- Entered the second-team roster SKT T2 as a mid-laner.
- Promoted to the first team SKT T1 in June 2013, maintaining his position since.
Key Matches and Impact
- Made debut against Ambition of CJ Blaze at OGN Spring 2013, showcasing remarkable skill.
- Gained recognition for a decisive play against Ambition in the Nidalee versus Kha’Zix matchup.
- Achieved iconic 1v1 duel against Ryu during the OGN Summer 2013 finals, cementing his legacy.
Dominance in League of Legends
- Led SKT T1 to conquer domestic rivals and secured the 2013 World Championship, the first for South Korea.
- Renowned for exceptional mechanics and unique playstyle, earning the title of a gaming legend.
- Despite ups and downs in subsequent seasons, Faker's influence and popularity have remained constant.
Fan Base and Legacy
- Maintains a massive global fan base due to extraordinary individual skills and mastery of multiple champions.
- Riot Games has adjusted many champions in response to Faker’s gameplay effectiveness, reflecting his impact on the game.
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Description
This quiz explores the incredible career of Lee Sang-hyeok, known as Faker, who is celebrated as the greatest League of Legends player. Discover his journey from competing as a professional gamer to leading T1 to multiple world championships. Test your knowledge on his achievements and impact on esports.
