ImperialHal announces departure from TSM in Apex Legends: what we know so far

ImperialHal has shocked the Apex Legends community by announcing his sudden departure from TSM. TSM’s official channel on YouTube released a farewell video for ImperialHal where he addressed the reason for his decision in front of the community. ImperialHal, nicknamed as the CEO of Apex Legends, has created a legacy with TSM by winning back-to-back ALGS Championships. It's no wonder the news is shocking to both his fans and those of TSM alike.

This article will discuss the reason for his departure from TSM, his farewell message to his teammates, and what Apex Legends team he might be joining.

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Why is ImperialHal leaving TSM in Apex Legends?

ImperialHal has made it clear that his decision to leave TSM has got nothing to do with money. Nor does it have to do with anything related to his contract or TSM’s management. Unlike recent assumptions by many, his decision wasn't influenced by TSM’s disappointing performance at the ALGS 2024 Split 1 Playoffs either.

ImperialHal simply felt a change was needed in his career. Understandably so, he has been involved with TSM from the very start of his career in Apex Legends in 2019. He has been playing and living with Reps and Verhulst for the longest time and considers them to be friends forever.

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What Apex Legends team will ImperialHal join in 2024?

In the most unexpected news in Apex Legends esports history, ImperialHal has left TSM to join his rival team DarkZero. He has stepped down from his his role as the in-game leader (IGL) playing for DZ. ImperialHal will be playing alongside Genburten and Zer0, where Zer0 will be functioning as the IGL.

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