On May 11, the Turkish organization Eternal Fire made a loud statement by announcing a new lineup for CS2 , consisting entirely of local talent. The team is headed by Bugra “Calyx” Arkin and Omer “imoRR” Karatas, experienced players who have already proven themselves on the international scene. The pair has played many matches together for EF, including appearances at the PGL Antwerp Major 2022, where the team reached the playoffs. Their return should provide a stable foundation for the young core, which has been supplemented by players from the PCIFIC team.

The new roster includes in-game leader Emrekan “ emstar ” Çalışkan, known for his tactical flexibility, sniper Baha “lugseN” Emir Shengül, who is known for his accurate shots, and aggressive rifleman Berat “jresy” Özcan, whose energy will add to the dynamic. The team will be coached by Kadir “ElPrincipe” Sivri, a former Eternal Fire Academy coach who previously worked with emstar , as well as players such as Ali “Wicadia” Haidar Yalcin and Samet “jottAAA” Köklü.

Buğra “Calyx” Arkın
Ömer “imoRR” Karataş
Emrecan “ emstar ” Çalışkan
Baha “lugseN” Emir Şengül
Berat “jresy” Özcan
Kadir “ElPrincipe” Sivri (coach)

Ambitious goals and the legacy of the previous team
Eternal Fire does not hide their plans, emphasizing that the new roster is not only an attempt to return to the top level, but also a step towards the promotion of Turkish esports. This statement came amidst significant changes, as the previous EF lineup, which moved to aurora , left a high standard. According to Özgür “woxic” Eker, one of the key players of that team, the departure was due to the limited sponsorship conditions in Turkey. That team had reached the finals of two major tournaments, which puts a lot of pressure on the newcomers.

Developing a new style
The new Eternal Fire roster combines the veteran experience of Calyx and imoRR with the potential of young players. Calyx, known for his stability, and imoRR, who adds creativity, have already proven their worth at the majors. The young core, on the other hand, will need time to adapt to the high level. emstar , as the in-game leader, will take responsibility for the tactical direction, while lugseN and jresy will have to strengthen the offensive game. Under the leadership of ElPrincipe, the team plans to develop a unique style based on the strengths of each player.

The new Eternal Fire project is causing both excitement and skepticism among fans. The previous lineup left behind the memory of bright performances, and now it's up to Calyx, imoRR, and their young partners to prove that they can compete with the tops. ElPrincipe, who has experience working with young people, will be a key figure in this process. Fans are eagerly awaiting the first games to see if the team can regain its lost glory.