OmaR: "GH is a beacon of positivity and watching Sumail gives you confidence without having to say a word"

We’re still figuring that out. In the group stage, we looked strong and were perhaps the best team, with everyone respecting and fearing us, both at the same time. But once the playoffs began, we didn’t adapt as well as we should have. Perhaps it was nerves, stage discomfort, or simply a lack of flexibility in our approach. Without trying to justify anything, the simplest explanation is that we just played worse when it mattered most.

The biggest positive was the way we played together as a team in the group stage. Our movements were connected, our playstyle was overwhelming for opponents, and we played as a cohesive unit. We were performing really well until it all fell apart.

Another takeaway was strategy. Our coach [Kuroky] puts in a lot of work, and his ideas gave us a real edge. He cooks a lot [strategies] and at this level, where mechanical skill is equal across teams, preparation and smart strategies play an important role. That’s something we want to keep building on, and for Kuroky to keep cooking.

It’s an amazing feeling to qualify for The International 2025, and even more special to do it with Nigma Galaxy, who are back on the TI stage after a six-year absence. It’s surreal because growing up, TI was always the tournament I dreamed about.

Even though the prize pool has changed over the years, the prestige is still huge. Just the word “TI” makes players aim higher. I qualified once before, but it wasn’t the best experience; this time, though, I want it to be different. I really want us to do well at TI14.

He’s the complete package. Kuroky helps us with in-game decisions, drafts, and also supports us outside the server. He’s smart and hardworking, and drafting is one of his strongest areas. He gives us various ideas, but beyond that, he shapes the way we think about the game.

He makes us see the game in a way we may not have imagined. He doesn’t just give ideas, he explains them, shows us why they work, and makes us believe in them. He basically approves the ideas, you know?

I’d say we’re a bit inconsistent. For example, in groups, we can beat everyone, but then suddenly we drop two series in a row and we’re out. Our synergy is decent, not the best, but not bad either. We share the same ideas on almost all major aspects of the game, but it’s also normal for people to have different ideas when it comes to the smaller details.

What matters the most is that we work through those as best as we can without letting it affect our gameplay. That’s how we evolve as a team, and hopefully, we reach our full potential by the time The International 2025 (TI14) approaches, as this roster is an exciting mix to be part of.

It’s honestly inspiring. GH is a beacon of positivity under any situation. Come what may, and you’ll see him bring good and positive energy to the team. Sumail, on the other hand, is full of confidence. Just watching him gives you confidence without him having to say a word.

It’s a huge boost to play alongside them; one brings good vibes, the other brings confidence. Together, they are the perfect combination, I would say.

For me, it’s about playing my best and enjoying the experience. I just want to go out there, play good Dota, and appreciate the moment.

We’re taking a short break right now. In a couple of days, we’ll grind solo queues and practice before heading to Jordan for a couple of weeks before The International 2025. We originally planned to boot camp in Germany, but some minor visa issues have prevented us from going to Germany early. Luckily, everyone got their visas sorted, so now the focus is fully on preparation.