In the second round of the 2026 LoL Champions Korea (LCK) regular season, held at LoL PARK in Jonggak on the 29th, Dplus KIA emerged victorious over DRX with a 2-1 score. With their place in the Road to MSI already secured, DK decided to field their second-team jungler, Kim ‘Chabel’ Dan-woo, as the outcome of the match would not impact their standing.
Following his successful LCK debut, ‘Sharvel’ shared his feelings: “I was really eager to win my first LCK match, so I’m relieved that we secured a 2-1 victory.” He then introduced himself, stating, “I am Kim Dan-woo, also known as ‘Sharvel,’ and I am currently playing in the second division. Unlike ‘Lucid,’ who has a more aggressive playstyle, I prefer a more strategic approach.”
Reflecting on his performance with Wukong, Xin Zhao, and Jarvan IV in today’s matches, ‘Sharvel’ admitted, “I felt a bit idle during the first two games. I am disappointed with my performance in the third game as I know I could have done better; my execution of skills during teamfights was lacking. Although I felt pressure substituting for ‘Lucid,’ ‘Lucid’ and ‘Smash’ provided me with valuable advice and support.”
When questioned about being seen as a promising talent, ‘Sharvel’ expressed his confidence: “In the jungle role, experience and track record are crucial. However, among junglers with similar experience, I firmly believe that I stand out in terms of game knowledge and information, as well as my mechanical skills.”
Discussing his growth within Dplus KIA, he revealed, “I joined the team at the age of 16. Initially, it felt more like a casual experience rather than a serious commitment to improvement. However, upon joining the third-string team, I began taking things more seriously, and now I am a starting player for the second-string team.”
In conclusion, he stated, “I understand that many fans may have been surprised or concerned about my sudden appearance in the LCK. If given another opportunity, I will dedicate myself to further growth so that fans can watch with confidence, whether it’s ‘Lucid’ or ‘Sharvel’ on the field.”
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