Summary:
- Fnatic has officially parted ways with mid laner Marek “Humanoid” Brázda following a benching during the Summer Split.
- While Humanoid never captured a domestic title with Fnatic, he consistently stood out as one of the LEC’s most reliable and skilled mid laners, cementing his reputation in the region.
- With Humanoid gone, Sungwon “Poby” Yun steps into the starting mid lane role, aiming to carry Fnatic through the next stage of competition.
Fnatic has officially confirmed the departure of Marek “Humanoid” Brázda, who served as the team’s mid laner since 2022. The org shared a farewell video, thanking him for three years of “absolute cinema.” The news isn’t too surprising—Humanoid was already benched during the recent LEC Summer Split as Fnatic gave rookie mid laner Sungwon “Poby” Yun more time on stage, hinting that a roster change was coming.
Three Years with Fnatic
Humanoid joined Fnatic in 2022 after winning two LEC titles with MAD Lions. He was already seen as one of Europe’s best mid laners, known for his strong laning and clutch plays. From the start, he helped Fnatic reach playoffs almost every split and qualify for Worlds multiple times. He also reached 1,000 career kills in the LEC during his time with the team.
Despite those achievements, Fnatic never managed to win a domestic title while he was their mid laner. Still, Humanoid often carried the team through tough periods. However, fans often criticized him for being inconsistent in big playoff matches.
This inconsistency seemed to be what led to Humanoid being replaced by Poby in Summer 2025. Poby is a rookie mid-laner who first played for T1’s academy team in the LCK Challengers League before joining Fnatic. His arrival made it clear that Humanoid’s time with Fnatic was nearly over.
Fnatic’s Farewell
Fnatic made the news public on September 8, through social media. The org posted a short tribute video showing Humanoid’s best plays and biggest moments with the team. While the news is sad, the org thanked Humanoid for incredible plays, memories with the team, and the legacy he created over the past three years.
After 3 years of absolute cinema, today we say farewell to @Humanoidlol
For all the incredible plays, unforgettable moments, and the legacy you leave behind – thank you, Marek 🧡#ALWAYSFNATIC pic.twitter.com/CjmyTsJmWL
— FNATIC (@FNATIC) September 8, 2025
Fnatic’s CEO, Sam Matthews, said he was “super sad” the team never managed to win a championship with Humanoid. Still he thanked him for his hard work and dedication, saying he knew how much effort Humanoid had put into his work and contributed to the org. Razork, Fnatic’s jungler, also thanked him, saying he valued the years they spent together and the memories they built as teammates.
Will Humanoid Transfer to a New Team?
Humanoid’s exit closes a major chapter for Fnatic, but his career is far from over. The big question is what comes next. He could stay in the LEC with a new roster, find a new team overseas, or even take a short break from competition.
As of now, it seems that Humanoid will not immediately be joining another team. The player shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) quoting Fnatic’s farewell video, where he thanked the team and wished them luck in their upcoming matches. In the replies, he added that he plans to spend some time streaming while he’s on break and see what opportunities might come next year.
Thank you to everyone at FNC for the amazing time, coming so close to winning so many times is a little bit sad but I still enjoyed going through it all. I wish the team good luck and hopefully some throphies in the future 😊 https://t.co/q4GaU1uRQc
— Marek Brázda (@Humanoidlol) September 8, 2025
However, the chances of other teams recruiting him are very high, whether within the LEC or in other regions. Many teams that need a strong mid laner might try to recruit him as rosters prepare for the 2026 season. In fact, some fans are already hoping he joins squads like paiN Gaming or other strong contenders.
Conclusion
Three years without a domestic title may seem rough, but Humanoid remains one of the most reliable and skilled mid laners in the league despite it. There’ll certainly be more opportunities opening up for him, and now, fans are looking forward to where he goes next. Whether he stays in Europe or looks for a fresh start elsewhere, there’s no doubt that the Fnatic Humanoid legacy in the LEC will stay.
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