Jojopyun Allegedly Fired From Cloud9’s League of Legends Roster Amid Work Ethic Issues
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League of Legends star Joseph Joon “Jojopyun” Pyun has allegedly been removed from Cloud9’s roster, according to rumors sparked by YouTuber and former pro player Christian “IWillDominate” Rivera. The 19-year-old mid-laner is said to have been fired due to issues with tardiness and a perceived lack of work ethic, though Cloud9 has yet to confirm the reports.
The Allegations
Jojopyun’s alleged firing has shocked the esports community, particularly fans of Cloud9. According to IWillDominate’s video, the young Canadian was terminated after being late to team practices, meetings, workouts, and other obligations at least 43 times — a number that doesn’t account for instances before Cloud9’s staff began keeping count.
Rivera detailed in his video titled “BREAKING NEWS: JOJOPYUN FIRED FROM CLOUD9” that Cloud9’s management grew increasingly frustrated with Jojopyun’s behavior. Despite being seen as one of the rising stars in North American League of Legends, Jojopyun’s pattern of lateness eventually led to the early termination of his contract. This decision left many wondering how such a promising talent could have been let go so abruptly.
Jojopyun’s Role in Cloud9
Jojopyun joined Cloud9’s roster ahead of the 2023 LCS Splits, joining a star-studded lineup that included players like Blaber, Berserker, Thanatos, and Vulcan. His addition was seen as a significant boost to Cloud9’s prospects. However, while the team performed relatively well, finishing third in the Spring Split and fourth in the Summer Split, they fell short of securing a spot at Worlds — a disappointment that heightened scrutiny around the team’s internal dynamics.
Fans had high hopes for Jojopyun when he joined Cloud9, given his reputation as a mid-lane prodigy who had previously impressed with Evil Geniuses. However, his performance on Cloud9 failed to meet expectations, and rumors of complacency during matches began circulating. This, combined with his alleged tardiness, may have contributed to his departure from the roster.
The Community’s Reaction
The news of Jojopyun’s potential firing has created a stir within the League of Legends community. Many fans expressed shock, with some initially believing Cloud9 was making a mistake by letting go of such a talented player. However, as more details about his tardiness emerged, opinions shifted.
A common sentiment among fans was that being late more than 43 times is unacceptable in any professional setting. One fan commented, “At first I thought C9 was crazy… But being tardy 43 times? And this is after he was late so many times they started tracking it so in reality it’s probably 50+? Nah, that’s crazy. No job on this planet will keep you on if you’re late for work 50+ times.” The revelation of Jojopyun’s unprofessional behavior surprised many, especially given his status as one of the highest-paid players in North America.
If you let Jojopyun get to the point where he has “terrible work ethic” that is a coaching staff problem I’m ngl
— Beora (@_Beora) September 11, 2024
Bro was not like that at EG 💀 https://t.co/h9wB1UbATb
i think if you're a team you still 100% take a chance on him (though most of the Top teams like TL, FLY, 100 have their mids locked) he at times, has demonstrated he can be one of, if not the best, players in the region
and there's no way he doesn't fix his act after this one,…— mihir (@lolmihir) September 11, 2024Advertisement
What’s Next for Cloud9 and Jojopyun?
With the transfer window set to open in November, the question remains about what will happen next for both Cloud9 and Jojopyun. Cloud9 will likely be looking for a new mid-laner to fill the gap left by Jojopyun, while the player himself will need to address his work ethic if he hopes to continue his career in professional esports.
Jojopyun’s exit also comes at a crucial time for the League of Legends scene, as North America and South America will be merging under the Americas League, creating new opportunities and challenges for all involved. While Jojopyun’s future remains uncertain, the controversy surrounding his alleged firing has already sparked discussions about professionalism and accountability in esports.
Although Cloud9 has yet to officially confirm Jojopyun’s firing, the allegations of excessive tardiness and a poor work ethic have left fans and analysts debating the player’s downfall. Jojopyun’s exit from Cloud9, if true, will likely have ripple effects throughout the offseason and the wider League of Legends scene as both the team and player prepare for the upcoming season.
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