no denying that but also v1 isn't going to pass up on flipping zander and penny for big $$ when they are on contract for cheap. cant think from the stance of a fan who thinks all these orgs just want to win. winning doesnt equate = more $ in most cases. sure it helps brand awareness and theres value in that.
but flipping 2 players who cost you combined 400k a year for 2 million, is what investors want. plus v1 believes in their esports system that can obtain talent and develop them.
it wasnt long ago people thought penny was trash and zander was not even top 5 IGL. that value assessment can be true if they dont repeat again - which most believe v1 management wont gamble on
the guard made the whole system re-evaluate what they are doing. its 100T and SEN who are still willing to put up big $ for some players and the other orgs want to take advantage of that and make some profit