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Challenger TFT

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

@jeessh_ Yes but just to pass time

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

@MaxKetchum_ I had a lot of faith in TFT’s future solely because Mortdog was at the frontlines

[Mortdog @Mortdog]

My time at Riot and on TFT as a Game Designer has come to an end. Just under 10 years, and to be honest I thought it was going to be longer, but sometimes things change.
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I’m so grateful for what I was able to be a small part of, and able to accomplish in the last decade. It’s been a dream career, and I have got to do so much thanks to Riot. Even trying to list it all feels insane what I managed to do in this time. And the crazy 7 years on TFT where I got to design, balance, teach, lead, and more for my job, but then also build a community, stream, cast, go to events…it’s just been amazing. Ending on stuff like the Unlock system and a couple other things…I’m heading out proud.

To everyone I worked with over the years, thank you for letting me be a part of everything we accomplished. I hope I managed to teach you something or bring you joy in some way. I genuinely hope our paths cross again in the future.

To everyone who supported TFT or me over the years, you have no idea what it means to me. I cherish all the moments over the years, and they’ll keep me going. I am so blessed to have been a part of your lives and thank you for letting me bring some fun into your world.
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So…what’s next for me? I’m trying to figure that out.
First off, since I was on sabbatical and am terrible at relaxing/not working, I have been making my own small indie game. I’m about 2 months into development and have already had folks playtesting some early builds. I’d say the game is like 20-30% done, but my goal is to release it as a full game. It’s been fun keeping my skills sharp in a different space, and I hope to share it with you all someday.

Beyond that, I’m keeping my eyes open for other opportunities. I’ve had a few conversations here and there already during my Sabbatical. It’s a brutal industry right now, so I’m taking one day at a time and figuring out what’s next for me, whether it’s working on another studio’s game or even my own thing.

And I’d love to find a space to do some content creation and be able to share my knowledge of game development. But that may take some time to figure out how to do it right.
-------------------------------------------------------Again, thank you for everything these last 10 years. It’s a big change and I’m nervous but hoping it all works out. Until next time, take it easy!
-Mort

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

@scarlet25122 Ggs you’re a beast

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

Grind pays off

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

@BepoCarrot I’ll always remember him for forcing Kled reroll way back when. He will be missed

[lea @lvstations]

the ultimate #tft humiliation ritual is when you get executed by that one disgusting bastard who contested you

[Void @gsmVoiD]

Now that Worlds is over I have a confession..

i watched every stage from play-ins to finals

and i still have no idea what atakahn does like at all LMAO IDK MAN I TRIED TO FIGURE IT OUT ALL I KNOW IS PEOPLE FIGHT AND DIE OVER IT and thats good enough for me

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

@katieguo Tywin would be challenger

[ioki @i0ki_LoL]

WAIT I'm just learning that TFT's lead developer is consistently CHALLENGER at his own game, is active on social media, frequently streams it AND has daily uploads to his YouTube channel with extremely informed commentary?

Okay this game might be GOAT'd

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

The TFT animators have been going crazy the past few releases like what video game trailer is this from?

[Teamfight Tactics @TFT]

You stand in the presence of the God-King... and K/DA. Behold their epic majesty in Patch TFT 14.4.

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

@salvatore_slate It’s either full on hoodie or a tank top there’s really no in between

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

In anticipation of Set 14 coming out you should always slam Shojin, play around Annie/MF, play Renekton/Zed if you’re fast 9 o7

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

@MaxKetchum_ Where can I sign up for these TFT tourneys 👀

[Dishsoap @Dishsoaptft]

I WON WORLDS AGAIN WTF

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

Dishsoap is the GOAT of TFT

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

@salvatore_slate Goated pika

[GZ @GZ_SSB]

@SAUCE2121 You’re turning into a true Val player