Hauntzer

Early Career and Rise with Gravity Gaming

Hauntzer began his professional career in Season 3 with The Gentleman's Guild. His major break came in 2015 when Curse Academy rebranded as Gravity Gaming and qualified for the LCS. Hauntzer quickly became a key player for the new team, with his performances helping Gravity reach the top of the NA LCS rankings in April of that year.

Gravity finished fifth in the Spring Split regular season, qualifying for the playoffs where they placed 5th-6th. The team continued to show promise in the Summer Split, securing a fourth-place finish in the regular season before again finishing 5th-6th in the playoffs. This period marked Hauntzer's emergence as a promising North American top lane talent.

Championship Success with Team SoloMid

In November 2015, Hauntzer joined the prestigious Team SoloMid, replacing the retired veteran Dyrus in the top lane. His first tournament with TSM, Intel Extreme Masters Season X in San Jose, resulted in a 5th-8th place finish. However, Hauntzer's rookie season with TSM in 2016 was a resounding success, marking him as an up-and-coming star.

He spent three years with the organization, winning three titles. The top achievement came in the 2016 Summer Split where TSM finished first in both the regular season and the playoffs, securing the NA LCS championship. This success earned the team a spot at the 2016 World Championship, where they finished 9th-12th. Hauntzer grew into a premium North American talent and a world-class player during his TSM tenure, also taking on shot-calling responsibilities for the team.

His run with TSM ended after the 2018 season when the organization failed to qualify for the World Championship and he was released.

Later LCS Years and Academy

For the 2019 season, Hauntzer was signed by Golden Guardians. He spent two years with the organization before financial troubles forced the team to drop its entire roster, including Hauntzer. Following this, he was unable to secure a spot on an LCS starting roster.

Hauntzer returned to the TSM organization by accepting a position on their Academy team for the 2021 season. After competing in the Academy league that year, he was released from the team. His most recent professional engagement was as the top laner for Shopify Rebellion before becoming a free agent.

Playstyle and Legacy

Over his nine-year LCS career, Hauntzer developed a reputation as North America's top laner to beat. He was known for his ability to step up in crucial moments and force plays for his team. His growth from a rookie on Gravity to a championship-winning player for TSM exemplified a successful career path in North American League of Legends.

Hauntzer reflected on his career, noting his seven appearances in LCS finals, five World Championship participations, and the countless memories made with teammates and fans. His journey from a new talent to a veteran leader demonstrated his longevity and adaptability in the competitive scene.

Tournament History

Hauntzer's career includes several notable placements across North American and international competitions. His early results with Gravity Gaming include a 5th place finish in the 2015 Spring Regular Season and a 5th-6th place in those playoffs, followed by a 4th place Summer Regular Season finish.

With Team SoloMid, his achievements include a 2nd place finish in the 2016 Spring Regular Season, and his championship victories in the 2016 Summer Regular Season and Playoffs. His international results feature a 5th-8th place at IEM San Jose and a 9th-12th place at the 2016 World Championship.