EDG Drama Explained
A recent leak of internal WeChat messages between EDward Gaming (EDG) substitute player S1Mon and team manager Aqua has sparked controversy and raised questions about the management of the Valorant roster.
The conversation, translated by community member Mimosa1 on VLR, shows a heated back-and-forth where S1Mon expresses frustration about what he sees as unequal expectations and lack of communication from EDG’s staff.
Claims of Unfair Treatment
In the chat, S1Mon questions why he was expected to practice utility and specific agents more than the starting players, claiming that others were not held to the same standard. “They don't need to practice other things... but I have to?” he wrote, suggesting he was being singled out for responsibilities typically shared among all team members.
He also voiced concerns about being treated solely as a backup. “You're afraid they won't play well, so you're pushing all the substitute responsibilities onto me,” he told Aqua.
Accusations Fly
Aqua responded by accusing S1Mon of showing a lack of commitment—mentioning that he was on his phone during scrims and didn’t communicate with teammates during review sessions.
Aqua said, “Do I really need to tell you to have motivation and drive? Is just being on the roster meaningful to you?”
S1Mon fired back, denying the accusations and insisting that he was practicing off-role agents like Yoru when told to. He even included a screenshot of his match history to prove he had been playing Yoru. “Are these 27 games fake?” he asked sarcastically.
Surveillance, Scrims, and Miscommunication
The drama escalated when Aqua claimed he had been monitoring behavior through cameras at the team facility. “I've been watching through the cameras,” Aqua said, implying that S1Mon was not being truthful about his dedication.
S1Mon responded that he was practicing and watching matches during his downtime and that he had been excluded from team review sessions altogether. “They didn't include me during their reviews,” he stated.
What Happens Next?
Toward the end of the exchange, Aqua told S1Mon that he could compete for a spot when another player returned from vacation, or he could take time off. “After the first stage ends, I’ll register you for transfer,” Aqua said, opening the door to a possible exit for S1Mon.
While EDward Gaming has yet to issue an official statement, this public fallout raises concerns about the team’s internal management and communication.
As EDG continues its season, we all hope for the best outcome as EDG is one of the most entertaining teams to watch.
