The CS2 off-season has once again delivered a major rumor that quickly divided the community. According to insider Ozzy, citing Offstage, Eternal Fire are reportedly considering a shift toward an international lineup built around Calyx and jottAAA. The potential departure of jottAAA from Aurora Gaming sits at the center of the discussion and immediately triggered confusion and backlash from fans.
What the rumor is about
According to the report, Eternal Fire could move away from their traditional Turkish roster model and attempt to relaunch the project with an international lineup. In this scenario, Calyx would act as one of the core pieces, while jottAAA would take on the role of a high-tempo entry fragger from the new generation.
On paper, the idea reflects a broader trend in CS2. Many national lineups now give way to hybrid or international rosters in search of higher ceilings. However, the rumor lacks concrete details. No information has surfaced about additional players, coaching staff, or a timeline for changes. This uncertainty has only fueled speculation.
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Community reaction: “a step backward”
The replies under Ozzy’s post quickly turned critical. The main argument is clear: a move from Aurora to Eternal Fire does not look logical for jottAAA. Many fans believe jottAAA currently stands at a point where he should move forward, not sideways. They expect him to target a stable Tier 1–2 European project rather than join a team that risks remaining in Tier 2. Others add that leaving Aurora would only make sense if it came with a larger role or a clearer long-term structure.
Some reactions went further and dismissed the rumor entirely. According to those voices, the move does not fit the development path of the player or the strategic direction of either organization.
The xANTARES factor
Almost every discussion eventually circles back to xANTARES. For many fans, Eternal Fire without him simply does not feel like the same team. For years, he has represented the organization both competitively and symbolically.
Because of that, many view the idea of an international roster as a loss of identity rather than an upgrade. Several community members argue that without xANTARES, any international project would feel artificial and lack a clear competitive advantage.
Aurora and jottAAA: why the timing feels wrong
From Aurora Gaming’s side, the rumor raises just as many questions. jottAAA continues to grow into an active and trusted piece of the lineup. He receives consistent opportunities and space to develop.
As a result, many fans expect Aurora to explore roster adjustments or coaching changes before considering the loss of a promising player. Others point out that if jottAAA does leave, the move should clearly represent a step up rather than a jump into an uncertain rebuild.
A classic off-season rumor
The lack of confirmations, names, and structure makes this story a textbook off-season rumor. Still, the scale of the reaction shows how sensitive the topic remains. Discussions around Eternal Fire, Aurora, and the future of the Turkish CS scene continue to draw strong emotions.
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Current status
At the time of writing, no party involved has issued an official statement regarding a potential jottAAA transfer or Eternal Fire’s move toward an international lineup. All information currently comes from the Offstage report and community reaction.
Whether this rumor turns into real roster changes remains unclear. If confirmed, however, it would rank among the most controversial roster decisions of late 2025, with major consequences for both Eternal Fire and Aurora Gaming.
