The Dota 2 community was taken by surprise when rumors started circulating about Nigma Galaxy’s alleged attempt to acquire a Division I slot in China from Piggy Killers. Former Chinese professional player Liu “Sylar” Jiajun revealed this information during one of his live streams, and the clip quickly gained attention on the Chinese website Bilibili after going viral on Reddit. According to the allegations, Nigma Galaxy offered a substantial sum of $100,000 to Piggy Killers in exchange for their highly sought-after spot in the Dota Pro Circuit (DPC) China 2023 Tour 3: Division I.

However, the offer was ultimately rejected by Piggy Killers due to concerns raised by some of their players. There were reservations about potentially giving up one of China’s slots for The International 12 to a foreign team.

Nigma Galaxy’s Ambitious Move and Piggy Killers’ Dilemma

Piggy Killers earned their promotion to Division I by emerging victorious in the DPC CN 2023 Tour 2. Following their success, the team began exploring potential buyers for their slot. However, the deal hit a roadblock when “one or two players” from Piggy Killers expressed hesitations about granting the opportunity to a foreign team. This hesitation ultimately led to the rejection of the offer, leaving Piggy Killers with a challenging decision to make.

This development comes on the heels of Nigma Galaxy’s former player, Sumail “SumaiL” Hassan, making a surprising move to Team Aster on loan, securing a spot in the upcoming Bali Major 2023 with Aster.

Reactions from Gorgc and 33

Popular streamer Janne “Gorgc” Stefanovski shared his thoughts on the Nigma Galaxy and Piggy Killers saga during one of his recent livestreams, calling it “huge news.” Expressing his astonishment, Gorgc discussed the situation with Neta “33” Shapira, who was joining him as a co-caster for the ongoing DPC games. Gorgc highlighted the concerns raised by one or two players from Piggy Killers regarding granting a slot for The International to foreign teams and commended their loyalty to the team and the region.

Gorgc said, “This is huge news, what the f*ck. We’re gonna discuss this with Neta (33) for sure. But one or two players from Piggy Killers were worried about what if they gave a TI slot to foreign teams, but they refused. Damn loyalty, I like that I guess, still, it’s a lot of money to say no to, $100k? for a slot?”

Adding to the conversation, 33 proposed the idea of Nigma Galaxy acquiring a North American slot instead, suggesting that the qualifiers in that region might be less challenging. Gorgc agreed, stating that China would offer tougher competition compared to North America.

The Aftermath

The Dota 2 community was left surprised by Nigma Galaxy’s attempt to secure a Division I slot in China through a buyout from Piggy Killers. Despite offering a significant sum of $100,000, the deal was turned down due to concerns from certain players on Piggy Killers about giving up a spot for The International 12 to a foreign team.

As the dust settles, it remains to be seen how Nigma Galaxy will navigate through the Dota Pro Circuit. Will they compete in the Western Europe (WEU) Division I or explore alternative options to secure a Division I slot from a different team in another region?

FAQs

What is the Dota Pro Circuit (DPC)?

The Dota Pro Circuit (DPC) is a professional Dota 2 tournament system organized by Valve. It features regional leagues and major tournaments, offering teams the opportunity to earn Dota Pro Circuit points, which contribute to qualifying for The International, Dota 2’s premier tournament.

Who is Nigma Galaxy?

Nigma Galaxy is a Dota 2 team known for its participation in the Dota Pro Circuit and other competitive tournaments. The team consists of skilled players who strive to compete at the highest level in the Dota 2 scene.

What is The International?

The International is the biggest Dota 2 tournament of the year, organized by Valve. It features the best teams from around the world competing for a massive prize pool. The tournament is highly prestigious and holds great significance in the Dota 2 esports community.

Why did Piggy Killers reject Nigma Galaxy’s offer?

Piggy Killers rejected Nigma Galaxy’s offer to buy their Division I slot in China due to concerns from some of their players. These concerns revolved around potentially giving up one of China’s slots for The International 12 to a foreign team.

What are the implications of Nigma Galaxy’s failed attempt?

Nigma Galaxy’s failed attempt to acquire a Division I slot in China means that they will need to reassess their options for participating in the Dota Pro Circuit. They may choose to compete in the Western Europe (WEU) Division I or explore alternative routes to secure a Division I slot from another team in a different region.