Former professional CS player Danylo 'Zeus' Teslenko recently provided interesting insights into the contrasting team environments he experienced while playing for Gambit and NAVI. He expressed his preference for the calm atmosphere within Gambit, highlighting the stark difference from the negativity he encountered in NAVI, especially during Oleksandr 's1mple' Kostyliev's presence on the team. Zeus shared these observations during a live stream, shedding light on the importance of a positive team dynamic in competitive gaming.
Having been a part of NAVI's inaugural lineup formed back in 2010, Zeus's journey with the team took a turn in 2016 when he was removed from the roster. His subsequent move to Gambit proved fruitful, culminating in a victory at the PGL Krakow Major the following year. Despite these accomplishments, Zeus eventually returned to NAVI, where he faced challenges arising from internal conflicts and the struggles of key players like Edward.
Throughout NAVI's competitive endeavors during the Astralis era, marked by the team's ability to clinch victories despite individual performance issues, Zeus played a pivotal role. The team's noteworthy achievement of reaching the grand final of the FACEIT London Major 2018 underscored their potential. However, a subsequent decline in performance led to Zeus's departure from NAVI at the close of 2019, signaling the end of an era for the seasoned in-game leader.
