Rain

Early Career and Breakthrough

Rain began his professional Counter-Strike career after years at the semi-professional level. His early years were spent moving between Norwegian teams, including partyastronauts and LGB, honing his skills before his big break arrived in 2015.

That opportunity came when he was hired by Team Kinguin, an organization pioneering the concept of international rosters. This move marked the start of a significant chapter, as the team quickly proved its potential by reaching the quarterfinals of the ESL One Cologne 2015 major.

Formation of a Legacy with FaZe Clan

The promising Kinguin roster was acquired by G2 Esports, where they continued their success with another major quarterfinal appearance at DreamHack Open Cluj-Napoca 2015. The team's trajectory changed dramatically in 2016 when FaZe Clan purchased the roster for a then-record-breaking $700,000.

Over the subsequent years, FaZe underwent numerous roster changes, with players coming and going. Rain became the sole constant, the longest-lasting member of any Counter-Strike Global Offensive lineup from its original formation. His tenure with FaZe officially began when the team first formed under the Team Kinguin banner in 2015, and he remained through every iteration.

Peaks and Valleys in FaZe

Success under the FaZe banner began in earnest with a victory at Starseries i-League Season 3 in April 2017. The team later assembled a roster considered one of the most talent-dense in the game's history, achieving back-to-back flawless tournament wins at ELEAGUE CS:GO Premier 2017 and ESL One New York 2017.

Despite these highs, the team struggled with consistency. A second-place finish at the 2018 ELEAGUE Boston Major was followed by a period of dysfunction. The departure of star player NiKo in late 2020 and subsequent roster moves led to a steep decline. By June 2021, FaZe had dropped to its lowest ever ranking, being named the 39th best team in the world by HLTV.

The Major Triumph and End of an Era

Rain's perseverance was ultimately rewarded at the PGL Major Antwerp 2022. There, he won his first and only major championship with FaZe Clan, a crowning achievement in his career. His performance throughout the tournament earned him the Most Valuable Player award.

After nearly a decade as the team's central figure, Rain's time as an active player for FaZe came to an end in September 2025 when he was benched from the starting roster. This concluded a nine-year run with the organization during which he played close to 2,000 official maps.

A New Chapter with 100 Thieves

Following his bench period, Rain did not remain a free agent for long. On November 13, 2025, he signed with North American organization 100 Thieves, marking a fresh start for the veteran player. This move brought his experience and proven winning mentality to a new team and region.

Individual Accolades

Throughout his career, Rain has been consistently recognized as one of the world's top players. HLTV.org ranked him as the 4th best player globally in 2017, the 18th best in 2018, and the 13th best in 2022, the year of his major victory.

Beyond these annual rankings, he has been named the Most Valuable Player at four different tournaments. His MVP award at the PGL Major Antwerp 2022 stands as the most prestigious of these individual honors, confirming him as a player who performs on the biggest stages.