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Valorant is paying homage to the late professional player Gizem “Luie” Harmankaya by introducing a special player card in her honor. This touching tribute comes after the tragic passing of Luie, a prominent figure in the Valorant Game Changers scene and a beloved community member. The player card, aptly named ‘Luie,’ will be available as a free reward to all players, serving as a poignant reminder of her legacy in the game.
Hailing from Turkey, Luie tragically lost her life in the devastating earthquakes that struck her home country in February. During her career, she played for teams like Galakticos Sirens, Vivace Vista, and Unknownpros Female, significantly impacting the Valorant Game Changers scene. Her contributions to the game and community left a lasting impression that Riot Games is now commemorating with a special player card.
The ‘Luie’ Player Card in Valorant
Valorant has previously offered its condolences and paid tribute to Luie by releasing a player title ‘Gizem’ in her name, available in the Episode 6 Act 3 battle pass. The ‘Luie’ player card, revealed by popular Valorant data miner Shiick on Twitter, features a purple jersey with Gizem’s name and player number, along with symbolic elements such as a Killjoy beanie and bunny-ear headgear, amidst posters of agents like Jett, Sova, Raze, and Killjoy.
How to claim the ‘Luie’ Player Card in Valorant
Players logging into the game will receive the ‘Luie’ player card as a free reward, accompanied by the messages, ‘This one’s for Luie’ and ‘Celebrate the life of Gizem ‘Luie’ Harmankaya.’
Luie’s team, Unknownpros Female, confirmed her untimely death on February 8th. The tragedy of Luie being trapped under the rubble during the catastrophic earthquakes deeply moved the Valorant community. Valorant’s decision to immortalize her in the game she loved and competed in is a testament to her impact and the respect she garnered within the gaming world.
Valorant’s initiative to honor Luie with a player card is a heartwarming gesture that reflects the game’s commitment to its community. This tribute memorializes a talented player and brings the community together in remembering and celebrating her life. As players await the arrival of the ‘Luie’ player card, it stands as a symbol of remembrance and respect for a life lost too soon but never forgotten in the Valorant community.
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