From Meme to Dream: Thebausffs Sets Sights on Professional League of Legends Success
In a stunning demonstration of skill, popular League of Legends streamer Thebausffs (Simon Hofverberg) recently achieved what many thought impossible – solo killing the legendary Faker during Red Bull: League of its Own while playing his signature full AD Sion. This moment marked a turning point in how the community perceives the Swedish content creator, transforming him from a “meme player” to a serious competitive threat.
Breaking the Mold
Known for his unconventional “good death” playstyle that often results in numerous deaths per game, Thebausffs has faced his share of skepticism. His approach even led to several automated bans in solo queue. However, rather than harboring resentment, he maintains a pragmatic view of Riot’s systems, acknowledging the necessity of having automated measures against intentional feeding, even if they sometimes misclassify his legitimate strategy.
The Los Ratones Project
What sets Thebausffs’ professional journey apart is his participation in Los Ratones, a unique team assembled by Caedrel that bridges the gap between streaming and professional play. The team’s innovative approach allows players to maintain their streaming careers while pursuing competitive excellence, with most scrims being streamed to their audiences.
“I would never give up my streaming career for a pro career,” Thebausffs explains, highlighting how Caedrel’s vision made his transition possible. “That was a game-changer that we could manage both.”
Beyond the Stereotype
Despite being on a roster featuring established names like Nemesis and Rekkles, Thebausffs maintains a humble perspective about his role. “I’m not the star player,” he insists. “I’m surrounded by four amazing teammates. I would not win a single game without any of them.”
Yet his confidence shows when discussing his competitive potential. When asked about the LEC, Thebausffs boldly states he could rank among the top three top laners in the league, while criticizing some current LEC top laners as “completely boosted” and “paycheck stealing.”
Eyes on the Prize
What started as an opportunity to challenge himself has evolved into something much more ambitious. Thebausffs and his teammates on Los Ratones believe they could compete in the LEC now, though they won’t be participating in the upcoming season. Their ultimate goal? Nothing less than winning Worlds.
“I’m here to win it all,” Thebausffs declares. “Whether I do it on Sion or if I do it on Ambessa, if I do it on K’Sante tank, I don’t care. I just want to do everything I can, improve myself, and become the best I can to win everything.”
Looking Ahead
While Los Ratones’ recent victory over T1 at Red Bull: League of its Own has turned heads, Thebausffs acknowledges there’s still work to be done. The team may not currently be ready to claim the number one spot in LEC, but their unique combination of streaming presence and competitive drive presents an intriguing model for the future of professional League of Legends.
As the line between content creation and professional play continues to blur, Thebausffs and Los Ratones are pioneering a path that could reshape how we think about esports careers. Whether they achieve their lofty World Championship ambitions or not, they’re already making history by challenging conventional wisdom about what it means to be a professional player in the modern era.
