Yuri "yuurih" Boian, a member of FURIA's Counter-Strike 2 team, highlighted similarities between the universe of "My Hero Academia" and the trajectory of the Brazilian team. In an interview with The Move, yuurih explained how the anime's narrative of perseverance and overcoming challenges reflects his own journey and the spirit of FURIA, especially in preparing for and overcoming the challenges of the professional esports scene.
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The analogy comes in the context of the launch of the team's new clothing collection, inspired by the anime. According to the athlete, his admiration for "My Hero Academia" stems from the way the series celebrates the values of teamwork and personal effort, which are also fundamental in the daily lives of CS2 players. "I think without my teammates and friends in life, I wouldn't be where I am today ," he stated. In his view, the anime reflects the difficulties and the support he finds from the team, especially in decisive moments.
The journey of overcoming that inspires Yuri in FURIA
For yuurih, "My Hero Academia" is more than entertainment; it's a source of personal inspiration. The story of protagonist Izuku Midoriya, born powerless into a world of superheroes and fighting to become one of the greatest, parallels his own quest to improve and compete at a high level. Furthermore, he sees himself in the main character: "In the end, I'm always fighting against other players, some stronger, some weaker. It's never going to be easy ," the player said, reinforcing the need to constantly dedicate oneself to training to achieve one's goals.
This spirit of resilience is something Yuurih also recognizes in his colleagues, such as Gabriel "FalleN" Toledo. He compares FalleN to All Might, Midoriya 's mentor in the anime, a powerless hero who becomes the world's most famous and an exemplary leader.
"FalleN is like All Might, and the rest of the players are his students," he compared. For Yuurih, FalleN's leadership plays a motivating role within FURIA. Thus, he serves as an incentive for all players to grow in their personal and collective journeys.
Rage and Teamwork: Lessons for Competition
Teamwork, a key element in "My Hero Academia," is something Yuurih considers indispensable in the professional arena. He believes that, just as the anime's heroes rely on each other to overcome villains and challenges, he and his FURIA teammates also rely on each other to overcome the difficulties of competitive CS2. In the world of esports, collective performance defines a team's success, a concept clear in both narratives.
The connection between "My Hero Academia" and FURIA was materialized in the team's new clothing line. It features prints and references to characters from the anime, as well as the hero academy UA High School. According to yuurih, the collection represents the team's pursuit of the "next level." A desire shared by both the series' characters and the players.
