After the core of this roster was knocked out in two straight games during the last Invitationals while known as ROOM FACTORY, the Russian majority squad of Team Empire has since had a truly incredibly six months. The lineup has been crowned CCS, Challenger League, Russian, and Euro Cup Champions with just two losses since their formation after the Paris Major. They now sit at the top of the Pro League table as the only flawless team in Europe.
The Team Empire roster lifting the Euro Cup trophy. From second to the left to the right: JoyStiCk, ShepparD, Scyther, karzheka and Shockwave
We previously spoke with Shockwave about the team's composition in which he stated:
And now, as we approach the Six Invitational 2019 we caught up with the lone Estonian on the otherwise Russian lineup to ask how they're preparing for the event and what we can expect from them:
Firstly can you introduce yourself?
Your team currently sit in 1st in Europe, did you expect to perform this well?
A record held in early December via @Shockwaver6
Your one close matchup was a draw against G2, what could you have done differently to get a victory?
The statistics between Team Empire and G2 Esports during play day five of Season 9
Other than yourselves who do you think is the strongest team coming into the Six Invitationals?
What sets Empire apart from other teams around the World?
How is your roster preparing for the Six Invitationals 2019?
At the Invitationals you will play Immortals followed by either Rogue or SSG; what results can we expect in these games?
The groups for the Six Invitationals. Empire can be found in Group B
What is your career highlight so far?
The European Pro League standings after seven play days
What one change would you make to R6 gameplay and esports?
Any messages to your fans?
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