Maniak on how he started playing MLBB: “I didn’t want to study; I’d sit around all day playing video games.”
CyberHero’s jungler Stepan “Maniak” Mikhailov recalled how he started playing Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, explained why he decided to compete on the professional mobile MOBA scene, and discussed his choice of the jungler role. The interview with the esports player was published on the club’s Telegram channel.
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On Getting Started with MLBB
I started playing MLBB in ninth or tenth grade. I didn’t want to study; I’d sit around all day playing games. I was searching for something on the Play Store and found Mobile Legends. What kept me hooked? Well, the same thing—I just played 24/7, and somehow I never got tired of ML.
On the reasons for entering the pro scene
I’ve played sports since I was a kid (professional volleyball), and I’ve always had a fierce competitive spirit. That’s why I’ve always wanted to compete in tournaments and experience it all firsthand.
On why I play the experience lane
I really like the hero rotation on the experience lane: you can pick almost any hero to fit the team and win, you can move with the team, or you can play solo. Basically, there’s a lot of variety.
On my goal at CyberHero
To strive for nothing but victories. And I’m ready to contribute whatever it takes for us to win.
On my wish for the roster
My wish for the team is that Reaper doesn’t punch anyone in the face at the tournament in August. From the team, of course. Basically, I wish Reaper patience.
Earlier, CyberHero mid-laner Amir “Reaper” Ismailov spoke in an interview with the esports club about the circumstances that led him to start playing Mobile Legends: Bang Bang and shared the reasons behind his journey to becoming an esports player.
Photo: MOONTON Games.
Victor Kolosov
