Summary:
- Los Ratones disbanded on February 12, 2026, after their LEC Versus 2026 elimination, with founder Caedrel confirming the decision.
- The team won three NLC splits and two EMEA Masters titles, becoming one of Europe’s most successful tier-two rosters.
- Caedrel stated the project will not return in any future form, calling it a chapter that “starts and ends” with that specific lineup.
The story of Los Ratones has officially come to an end. On February 12, 2026, founder Marc “Caedrel” Lamont confirmed in a farewell video that the organization would disband following its heartbreaking elimination from LEC Versus 2026. In just under two years, Los Ratones went from a bold content-driven experiment to one of Europe’s most talked-about League of Legends teams. What started as a passion project became a dominant force in the NLC and a genuine contender on bigger stages.
A Dream Roster That Worked
When Los Ratones formed in November 2024, the roster immediately caught attention. It blended streaming personalities with experienced professionals, creating a team that looked unconventional on paper but electric in practice.
The team’s lineup featured Simon “Baus” Hofverberg, the famous solo queue streamer turned professional top laner. Alongside midlaner Tim “Nemesis” Lipovšek, a former Fnatic star returning to competitive play. Veteran ADC Juš “Crownie” Marušič, support Martin “Rekkles” Larsson, a legend of European esports playing an unfamiliar role, and jungler Veljko “Velja” Čamdžić completed a roster.
Three NLC Titles and Two EMEA Masters
Los Ratones didn’t just played, they dominated the esports scene. They swept all three NLC splits, Winter, Spring, and Summer. Completing a regional “Golden Road” that demonstrated sustained excellence rather than a single fortunate run.
Their regional dominance carried into the international tier-two scene, where they secured two EMEA Masters championships in Winter and Summer. They weren’t just popular, they were winning. And they were drawing massive audiences while doing it. The NLC Spring Split Final peaked at over 220,000 viewers, numbers rarely seen at the tier-two level.
The LEC Versus Rollercoaster
Los Ratones received recognition for their sustained excellence when selected as one of only two ERL organizations invited to compete in LEC Versus 2026. The invitation represented both validation of their tier-two achievements and an opportunity to prove themselves against Europe’s elite competition. However, the experience began disastrously with four consecutive losses that seemingly ended their playoff aspirations before the season truly began.
The team refused to surrender. They responded to their 0-4 start with four straight victories, including impressive wins over Movistar KOI and G2 Esports. This reignited playoff hopes and captured the imagination of fans watching their comeback unfold. Their match against Team Vitality drew a peak of 591,691 viewers, a remarkable figure that demonstrated the lasting power of their brand even at the LEC level.
Ultimately, a final-day loss to Team Vitality combined with unfavorable results elsewhere eliminated them from playoff contention. Their fate is slipping away despite needing just one favorable scenario to advance.
Caedrel’s Farewell
In his announcement, Caedrel described the ending as “bittersweet.” He acknowledged the team’s early struggles and admitted their fate ultimately slipped from their own hands. More importantly, he made one thing clear: Los Ratones will not return.
He emphasized that the project “starts and ends with that group,” confirming there will be no reboot, no rebuild, and no second chapter under the same name. Several players also hinted at stepping away from competitive play, marking this as not just a team ending, but potentially the close of multiple careers.
Final Thoughts
Los Ratones proved something rare in modern esports: that authenticity and competitiveness can coexist. Los Ratones may disband, but their influence on European League of Legends won’t disappear overnight. From NLC dominance to EMEA Masters glory and a thrilling LEC Versus run, they showed that bold ideas and strong personalities can reshape the competitive scene.
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