Reasons for XotiC 's Departure

XotiC explained his decision as a need to fully focus on other areas of his life. He stated that balancing professional Counter-Strike with managing multiple businesses was becoming increasingly difficult, negatively impacting both pursuits.

After much thought, I've decided to leave NRG . Balancing competitive CS with managing several businesses was becoming harder, and trying to split my focus meant neither got the attention it deserved. It wouldn't be fair to the team.

Zechrie 'Zack' " XotiC " Elshani  

The player emphasized that he felt a responsibility to the team and believed it was right to make way for someone who could fully dedicate themselves to the game.

oSee's Return to the Starting Lineup

oSee returns to replace XotiC —a player well-known to NRG fans. He had been on the bench since summer, when he was replaced by XotiC , and decided to take a break to explore other career paths.

oSee's return means a reunion with former teammate from Extra Salt and Cloud9 , Aran “Sonic” Groesbeek, who joined NRG in the fall. The club expects this move to bring stability and experience to the team.

NRG 's Plans for the Season Start

The first tournament for NRG with the updated lineup will be Fragadelphia Miami, taking place from January 2 to 4. This will be oSee's first official match back in the starting lineup.

The current NRG CS2 roster is as follows:

• Nick “nitr0” Cannella
• Jeorge “Jeorge” Endicott
• Alexander “br0” Bro
• Aran “Sonic” Groesbeek
• Josh “oSee” Ohm

Coach: Damian “daps” Steele

The changes in NRG 's lineup appear to be a logical step before the new season begins. XotiC 's departure closes a short but important chapter in the team's life, while oSee's return symbolizes a new attempt to build a stable roster at the start of 2026. Fragadelphia Miami will be the first test for the revamped team.