Sometimes you just can’t judge a book by its cover. NaJin e-mFire’s AD carry Gyu-min "Ohq" Oh’s small build is hardly intimidating, and his cool composure masks his personality on the Rift.
But don’t let his calm demeanor in the booth fool you, he’s an immensely gifted risk taker, a no-holds-barred potential game changer that has the potential to be absolutely dazzling.
As an AD carry he's making a name for himself as one of the biggest playmakers this side of the Dragon Pit.
RISING UP
Ohq spent much of his early career bouncing around amateur teams, never quite finding steady footing. Problems with inconsistent play plagued him, making it difficult to find a spot to call his own. He was largely an AD carry gun-for-hire, that would play wherever the opportunity presented itself.
His fortunes would change in 2013, when he was given the opportunity to play for Xenics Blast and, shortly after, their sister team Xenics Storm. These teams were a sort of breeding pool for raw talent: Eon-Young "Impact" Jeong, Jong Beom "Piccaboo" Lee, Jinyoung "CoCo" Shin, and Donghyun "Arrow" Noh had all made pit stops on the Xenics teams at points in their careers.
As such, Ohq was in very elite company. But through flashy and technically skilled play, he began living up to the huge names that had come through Xenics before. It wasn’t long before he put his stamp on the Rift with his signature aggressive playstyle, leading to many of his patented "Ohq Moments." Whether the play was an amazing mechanical feat or incredibly overzealous dive, these crazy highlights quickly defined Ohq as a player.
His performances while on Xenics Storm didn’t lead to many victories, but his individual play was impressive enough to capture interest from NaJin. Ohq’s all-in efforts showcased his potential as a big time playmaker with some serious room to grow. On top of this, Ohq was, and still is, an incredibly gifted mechanical player.
NaJin took the plunge, and rolled the dice on the young Korean AD carry.
EBB AND FLOW
With his consistency problems still hindering his development, Ohq spent most of the 2015 Spring Split trading playing time with veteran Jae-Min "Zefa" Lee. The combination of NaJin Black Sword and White Shield created a mix of team identities that led to the new squad turning in erratic performances. The team enjoyed very little success and missed the Playoffs, placing 6th.
But the 2015 Summer Split held something entirely different for Ohq -- the chance to make NaJin his.
"What the hell?"
This was the reaction of caster Christopher "MonteCristo" Mykles, who had just witnessed Ohq make his second major objective steal of the game. First it was a 3 vs. 5 Baron steal, and next it was Ohq snatching Dragon from right underneath the nose of Longzhu Incredible Miracle during Week 3 of the LCK Summer Split. Whenever Ohq is on the Rift, there’s always a chance to see some fireworks, and this is just a small blast from his explosive arsenal.
Then, of course, there was Ohq’s signature "Yeah, that just happened," smile.
But with all his upside, there were also some drawbacks. Ohq’s struggle with consistency early in the Split were indicative of NaJin’s own struggles as a team. When you have a player like Ohq whose aggression can land him out of position, it’s vital that everyone on the team is on the same page. Communication is key.
When their communication lacks, NaJin can look desperately out of sorts. They struggle to function as a cohesive team, ending up devolving into what looks like five Solo Queue stars battling to try and carry the game. It’s when the communication is on point, that NaJin becomes an entirely different team -- a great team.
When NaJin properly shot-call a game, Ohq often gives them enough firepower to earn victory. Near the end of the Summer Split, NaJin’s calls were vastly improved, allowing Ohq to turn in some seriously convincing performances. This lead to a stellar 6.6 KDA over his final 10 games, and even included a stretch of four consecutive games without a single death. This late spell of dominance by Ohq led to NaJin snatching the last Playoff spot from a faltering Jin Air team.
Relying on Ohq more heavily now than ever, Najin were going to need every ounce of his carry potential heading into the LCK’s brutal Playoff gauntlet.
BLAZING FORWARD
Even with their stellar play at the end of the Split, Ohq and crew couldn’t find a way to beat the KOO Tigers in Round 1 of 2015 LCK Summer Split Playoffs, even with a quick start in the series. Their decision-making was great in the first game, netting them an decisive win.
But their next two games were a different story as their coordination fell to pieces, costing them a chance to take the LCK crown. They lost the series 2-1 to KOO and now they have to fight through Regional Finals in order to have a shot at making it to the 2015 World Championship. It’s do or die time. Lose now and they go home empty handed.
If NaJin wants to make another unforgettable late run at a Worlds bid, they need to sharpen their shot-calling, or they risk reverting back to the inconsistent performances that have plagued their past. Solid comms equal solid performances, and if they can find that, Ohq will have the chance to carry.
NaJin are coming in the Korean Regional Qualifiers as massive underdogs, but this is the chance they fought for. The time has come to capitalize. It may take some Ohq Moments to push NaJin past the opposition, but if ever there was a time for a little bit of AD carry magic, this is it.
Will Ohq find that magic? Find out on Lolesports, and if you've missed any of his signature moments, be sure to head over to the spoiler-free VODs page.
His fortunes would change in 2013, when he was given the opportunity to play for Xenics Blast and, shortly after, their sister team Xenics Storm. These teams were a sort of breeding pool for raw talent: Eon-Young "Impact" Jeong, Jong Beom "Piccaboo" Lee, Jinyoung "CoCo" Shin, and Donghyun "Arrow" Noh had all made pit stops on the Xenics teams at points in their careers.
As such, Ohq was in very elite company. But through flashy and technically skilled play, he began living up to the huge names that had come through Xenics before. It wasn’t long before he put his stamp on the Rift with his signature aggressive playstyle, leading to many of his patented "Ohq Moments." Whether the play was an amazing mechanical feat or incredibly overzealous dive, these crazy highlights quickly defined Ohq as a player.
His performances while on Xenics Storm didn’t lead to many victories, but his individual play was impressive enough to capture interest from NaJin. Ohq’s all-in efforts showcased his potential as a big time playmaker with some serious room to grow. On top of this, Ohq was, and still is, an incredibly gifted mechanical player.
NaJin took the plunge, and rolled the dice on the young Korean AD carry.
EBB AND FLOW
With his consistency problems still hindering his development, Ohq spent most of the 2015 Spring Split trading playing time with veteran Jae-Min "Zefa" Lee. The combination of NaJin Black Sword and White Shield created a mix of team identities that led to the new squad turning in erratic performances. The team enjoyed very little success and missed the Playoffs, placing 6th.
But the 2015 Summer Split held something entirely different for Ohq -- the chance to make NaJin his.
"What the hell?"
This was the reaction of caster Christopher "MonteCristo" Mykles, who had just witnessed Ohq make his second major objective steal of the game. First it was a 3 vs. 5 Baron steal, and next it was Ohq snatching Dragon from right underneath the nose of Longzhu Incredible Miracle during Week 3 of the LCK Summer Split. Whenever Ohq is on the Rift, there’s always a chance to see some fireworks, and this is just a small blast from his explosive arsenal.
Then, of course, there was Ohq’s signature "Yeah, that just happened," smile.
But with all his upside, there were also some drawbacks. Ohq’s struggle with consistency early in the Split were indicative of NaJin’s own struggles as a team. When you have a player like Ohq whose aggression can land him out of position, it’s vital that everyone on the team is on the same page. Communication is key.
When their communication lacks, NaJin can look desperately out of sorts. They struggle to function as a cohesive team, ending up devolving into what looks like five Solo Queue stars battling to try and carry the game. It’s when the communication is on point, that NaJin becomes an entirely different team -- a great team.
When NaJin properly shot-call a game, Ohq often gives them enough firepower to earn victory. Near the end of the Summer Split, NaJin’s calls were vastly improved, allowing Ohq to turn in some seriously convincing performances. This lead to a stellar 6.6 KDA over his final 10 games, and even included a stretch of four consecutive games without a single death. This late spell of dominance by Ohq led to NaJin snatching the last Playoff spot from a faltering Jin Air team.Relying on Ohq more heavily now than ever, Najin were going to need every ounce of his carry potential heading into the LCK’s brutal Playoff gauntlet.
BLAZING FORWARD
Even with their stellar play at the end of the Split, Ohq and crew couldn’t find a way to beat the KOO Tigers in Round 1 of 2015 LCK Summer Split Playoffs, even with a quick start in the series. Their decision-making was great in the first game, netting them an decisive win.
But their next two games were a different story as their coordination fell to pieces, costing them a chance to take the LCK crown. They lost the series 2-1 to KOO and now they have to fight through Regional Finals in order to have a shot at making it to the 2015 World Championship. It’s do or die time. Lose now and they go home empty handed.
If NaJin wants to make another unforgettable late run at a Worlds bid, they need to sharpen their shot-calling, or they risk reverting back to the inconsistent performances that have plagued their past. Solid comms equal solid performances, and if they can find that, Ohq will have the chance to carry.
NaJin are coming in the Korean Regional Qualifiers as massive underdogs, but this is the chance they fought for. The time has come to capitalize. It may take some Ohq Moments to push NaJin past the opposition, but if ever there was a time for a little bit of AD carry magic, this is it.
Will Ohq find that magic? Find out on Lolesports, and if you've missed any of his signature moments, be sure to head over to the spoiler-free VODs page.
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