Unicorns,
Today we have really sad news to share with you guys.
Our Russian friend Danil "Diamondprox" Reshetnikov will not be part of the team this week, and probably for the next incoming weeks, due to visa issues.
Despite working closely with Riot, a visa specialized agency, German authorities and the German Ambassy, we have not been able to get a long time permit.
The status of pro-gamer is hard to identify for governements, between "artist", "performer", "sportsman", "technician"... and the German law has currently no answer for a Russian esport player.
We are currently working with high profile people to make eSport an accepted job in Germany so cases like this will not occur again and the rules will change for better.
Looking forward, we wish Danil best on the way as we will miss out on not only a great player but also a close fan.
As for us, we will be actively looking for a good replacement in near future.
We will stay active and keep you updated.
Love and authorities,
Comunicado de Diamond: https://www.facebook.com/GambitDiamondprox/posts/776044585833172
Comunicado de UOL: https://www.facebook.com/UnicornsOfLove/posts/472568529601348
Resumen: El gobierno Alemán no considera trabajo el hecho de jugar en un equipo de e-sports y le deniegan el visado.