Team Vitality has made waves in the VALORANT scene by signing Timofey ‘Chronicle’ Khromov, marking a significant move in the off-season. The announcement has sparked excitement and emotional reactions among fans, signaling a new era for the team.
Chronicle’s Journey and Impact
Chronicle expressed his enthusiasm on social media, stating, “This roster is insane, and I cannot wait to get started.” His achievements with FNATIC have been noteworthy, with first-place finishes at VCT 2023: LOCK//IN Sao Paulo, VALORANT Masters Tokyo 2023, and VCT 2024 EMEA Stage 2. However, 2025 saw FNATIC narrowly missing top honors, finishing second at major events like VALORANT Masters Toronto, Esports World Cup, and VALORANT Champions. Team Vitality’s acquisition of Chronicle aims to turn those close calls into victories.
Building a Superteam for 2026
Team Vitality is strategically assembling a formidable roster, with Chronicle’s addition raising expectations. Partnering him with former teammate Nikkita ‘Derke’ Sirmitev provides a promising dynamic for the upcoming season. Despite a strong start in 2025, Team Vitality missed key events, making Chronicle’s signing a potential game-changer.
The current Team Vitality roster includes:
- Nikkita ‘Derke’ Sirmitev
- Timofey ‘Chronicle’ Khromov
- Kimmie ‘Kicks’ Laasner
- Blendi ‘KovaQ’ Kovaci
- Felipe ‘Less’ de Loyola Basso
- Saif ‘Sayf’ Jibraeel
- Stefan ‘Sayonara’ Mitcu
Daniel ‘Faded’ Hwang leads as Head Coach, with Aleksy ‘slk’ Lynksov as Assistant Coach.
Reactions and Future Prospects
The move has stirred varied reactions; some fans feel Chronicle will always be part of FNATIC, while others wish him success with Team Vitality. This shift promises to impact the EMEA scene as FNATIC prepares to reveal its new roster at their OFF//SEASON event. Chronicle’s transition is a pivotal moment, likely to redefine competitive dynamics in the upcoming season.