​DBLTAP caught up with Fnatic AD Carry Martin "Rekkles" Larsson for a written interview about his opinion about the current state of the role he plays, his time with Fnatic and the future, and much more. Check it out.

Everyone: "You can't carry with Ezreal"

Rekkles: "Hold my Quadra!"



Take a closer look at @RekklesLoL's Quadra Kill from Week 9 of the #EULCS! pic.twitter.com/Lt5znq2lpp — lolesports (@lolesports) March 19, 2018

You signed a 3-year with Fnatic. What makes you feel confident that Fnatic is the organization for you?





Martin "Rekkles" Larsson: Post my time in Alliance/Elements, I've felt like Fnatic is one of the best organizations within EU, so when my contract ran out last year I made sure to keep in touch as they remained a prime candidate. After neither TSM or Chinese teams picked up on my presence, I decided to start negotiations with Fnatic. Three years wasn't expected, but we came to an agreement and my parents gave me their blessing so I went for it.





DBLTAP: You received MVP last summer split. How do you hope to reclaim that title this split?





ML: Honestly, I didn't feel like I deserved to claim MVP during the 2017 summer split, but maybe for the 2017 spring split or this one. So if I were to win it (again), I would probably be a lot happier as I consider my performance much better during either spring split than last summer split.



DBLTAP: You are considered one of the best AD carries in Europe. With the departure of Zven, do you believe you are for sure the best AD in EU?





ML: I think the only player in Europe that currently stands a chance is Hans Sama. There's a lot of potential in players like Minitroupax and Upset, but I think they need at least a year (like the French Superman) to get on my level. So I would say the debate for best AD in EU stands between me and him this time around.





DBLTAP: Jesiz moved to the substitute position with Hylissang joining your side. How has the change affected your play style? How have you two meshed?





ML: I think Jesiz and Hylissang are really different players and shine during different periods of the game. Jesiz was much more solid when it came to the macro aspect of the game, meanwhile Hylissang is micro. For example, with Jesiz I had an easier time playing team fights and late game, and with Hylissang I have an easier time during the laning phase and skirmishes .





DBLTAP: From rookie to veteran, what is it like being the veteran of the team after playing on Fnatic as a rookie?





ML: I have a lot more responsibilities now than I did previously. As a rookie the only thing you need to do is perform and everything else is " excusable " because you're new, meanwhile as a veteran playing the game is the least of your issues as you're much more focused on the personal aspects of yourself.





DBLTAP: Besides the current roster, which Fnatic player did you enjoy playing with the most in the past?





ML: I've been lucky enough to play together with some of the best players to date, but my absolute favorite has to be Febiven. He's not only one of the best mid laners we've ever produced, but also a great guy. Out of the 1.5 years we spent playing together, there's barely a single moment where I doubted him. GG S04! #EULCS



14-4  & 李 pic.twitter.com/E26yRt5HIR — Martin Larsson (@RekklesLoL) March 17, 2018 DBLTAP: Your Kennen AD carry pick has quickly become iconic for you. In what situations do you think Kennen is the right champion for the team?

ML: After several nerfs I don't think Kennen is viable anymore, which frustrates me. Back when Riot Games released the changes, it was clear to me that they were personal and not for reasons stated.

DBLTAP: You and Deft seemed to have a great friendship going in the past, are you still in contact with him? Do you hope to face him once again?

ML: We speak from time to time, but not as frequent as back in the day because we've been quite unfortunate with our performances and missed out on each other during 2016 worlds (he qualified, I didn't) and 2017 worlds (I qualified, he didn't).

DBLTAP: What are you thoughts about the current state of the ADC position? Is it too weak? What improvements do you think would be great for the overall game?

ML: I think the role is fine, but only a few champions are playable. I think it's a shame that so many ADs that used to be playable either moved to other roles, got remade or nerfed to the ground.

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Photo courtesy of Riot Games





This article is part of a partnership between DBLTAP and Fnatic and is independent of the rest of DBLTAP's coverage.