T1 Returns to Fortnite Esports with Powerhouse Duo Demus & Darm
South Korean powerhouse T1 has made an explosive comeback to Fortnite competitive play, unveiling its 2026 roster for the Fortnite Championship Series (FNCS).
The organization signed Polish sensations Demus and Darm, a battle tested duo who dominated 2025 together crowning themselves champions of Mistrzostwa.
Guiding the squad is Head Coach Sven (Guillaume “Sven” Mozdzynski), the French tactician fresh from XSET, bringing championship to T1’s “Breakthrough” Fortnite project.
Roster Breakdown Player
- Demus (Poland) – 2025: MP #2 Win (BIG), Ch7 S1 Duos VC Week 7 Top 4
- Player: Darm (Poland) – Same duo success; FNCS 2025 Global highlights w/ pixx
- Head Coach: Sven (France) – Ex-XSET Coach; Proven in EU FNCS circuit
This marks T1’s return after a 15 month hiatus, following the October 2024 release of their Japanese trio (Michael, ZAZI, Vall). It’s part of T1’s bold push into battle royales, hot on the heels of their December 2025 Call of Duty: Warzone squad featuring World Series winner Echo.
FNCS 2026
With FNCS 2026 kicking off January 31 via the Trial (division qualifiers), T1 dives into duos action amid a $10M+ prize pool. The path:
- Divisional Cups → Division 1 → Major 1 (April 6-26: Play-Ins, Heats, Last Chance, Finals).
- Top from Major 1 → Summit LAN (top 5 per region to Global Championship).
- Majors 2 & 3 (July/Aug, Sep/Oct) feed more qualifiers.
- Global Championship (November: 50 duos, placement + elim points).
Since: October 29, 2025
