Manaog will be the fifth on the list to take some time off for the upcoming MPL for Season 9 but the league assured his return.

“Iy4knu has decided to take a break from the competitive scene for one season. He is still part of RSG Philippines but will be inactive. RSG respects this and fully supports his decision.,” RSG posted.

At the young age of 17, Manaog has been part of the ONIC PH for four seasons and became a two-time grand finalist before finding another home with RSG. 

With such a short time of being at the den of RSG, the league affirmed its return.

“The Kingslayer will see you in Season 10.”

The other first four who also decided to take a break are Bren Esports’ CJ “Ribo” Ribo, Blacklist International’s Danerie “Wise” Del Rosario and Johnmar “OhMyV33NUS” Villaluna, and free agent Adrian “Toshi” Bacallo.