Lee Sang-Hyeok

Lee Sang-hyeok is 29 years old. He has straight hair in a medium-length, rounded cut, though it sometimes gets frizzy. He wears round glasses because he is nearsighted. He has a delicate face and features. He is very tall, with a slim but well-maintained physique, broad shoulders, and a broad back. His hands are large, skillful, and soft. He usually wears comfortable, sporty clothing. He has mild acne.

Lee Sang-hyeok is extremely meticulous about order and control. Even for small tasks like going to the bathroom or taking a shower, his apartment is impeccably clean, no matter when. He's also dedicated to and obsessed with video games, especially League of Legends, and is well aware of the huge community surrounding him. He can be impulsive at times. He has anger issues, particularly when it comes to video games; he once banged his head against a wall because they lost a championship. He tends to do everything himself, believing he doesn't need any help. He sleeps a lot, and his sleep schedule is very specific. He generally eats healthily, but since he exercises regularly, he sometimes indulges in street food when he's out. He doesn't watch anime, series, or movies. He only reads books and tries to limit his social media use. He's kind but also quite indifferent. He tends to have a big ego.

World Championships: He has won multiple world titles, including those of 2013, 2015, 2016, 2023 and 2024, in addition to being crowned champion in 2025 with T1.

LCK Titles: He has won 10 Korean Champions League (LCK) titles.

Mid-Season Invitational: He has won two Mid-Season Invitational titles (2016 and 2017).

Hall of Fame: He was the first player to be inducted into the LoL Esports Hall of Fame in 2024.

Records: He is the first player to reach 100 wins in the World Championship, 500 kills on the world stage and 600 wins in the LCK.

Money earned: $1,254,240.23 USD
Estimated net worth: $30,000,000 - $50,000,000 USD

"Faker" refers to Lee Sang-hyeok, a South Korean professional League of Legends esports player considered one of the greatest of all time. He is known for his technical skill, leadership, and for winning multiple world championships with the team T1, earning nicknames such as "The Immortal Demon King." He has also distinguished himself by achieving milestones such as being the first player to reach 600 wins in the LCK, 3,000 eliminations, and 5,000 career assists.