100 Thieves have officially announced the signing of Nicolai “device” Reedtz, completing their Counter-Strike roster ahead of the 2026 season. The move confirms reports that first surfaced late last year and marks one of the most high-profile returns to the server this offseason.
A veteran core takes shape
With device on board, 100 Thieves double down on experience at the very top level. The Danish AWPer reunites with former Astralis teammate and current head coach Lukas “gla1ve” Rossander, alongside fellow veteran Håvard “rain” Nygaard. Together, the trio brings championship pedigree to a project that will start from scratch in the VRS system.
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From rumors to reality
Before officially returning to Counter-Strike, 100 Thieves explored acquiring an already-ranked core to shortcut the grind. Ultimately, the organization opted for a clean rebuild—blending proven winners with emerging talent rather than buying immediate positioning.
What device brings in 2026
Device’s résumé needs little introduction: nine HLTV Top 20 appearances and four Major titles place him among the most decorated players in CS history. While his recent years with Astralis were turbulent—his average rating dipped from 1.22 (2023) to 1.06–1.07 across the last two seasons—the expectation is that a fresh environment and a clear long-term plan can help stabilize and elevate his impact.
Community reaction
The announcement sparked an immediate wave of reactions across X/Twitter. Fans celebrated the “king of Counter-Strike” joining the lineup, while prominent figures welcomed the ambition of pairing device and rain under gla1ve’s leadership. Skeptics questioned whether star power alone guarantees results, but the dominant sentiment was excitement and curiosity around how this mix of youth and veterans will develop.
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100 Thieves roster (2026)
- Håvard “rain” Nygaard
- André “Ag1l” Gil
- William “sirah” Kjærsgaard
- Alex “poiii” Nyholm Sundgren
- Nicolai “device” Reedtz
- Coach: Lukas “gla1ve” Rossander
With the lineup finalized, 100 Thieves now turn toward the long road ahead—building chemistry, grinding VRS points, and proving that this ambitious rebuild can translate pedigree into results.
