Crystallis

– 2nd Place at The International 2022

– 3rd Place at ESL One Malaysia 2022

– 1st Place at PGL Wallachia Season 6 (2025)

Overview

Remco “Crystallis” Arets is a Dutch professional Dota 2 carry player currently playing for MOUZ. Known for his stable, farm-efficient playstyle, he has been a consistent presence in the European scene since his rise through Entity and Team Secret.

As of 2026, he is part of MOUZ’s international roster alongside players like MidOne, BOOM, and yamich, competing in major events such as DreamLeague and ESL Pro Tour tournaments.

Early Career

Crystallis began his professional career around 2018, playing across various European stacks and smaller teams. His early grind included teams like Creepwave and Ghost Frogs, where he steadily improved and gained recognition for his mechanical consistency.

His breakthrough came when he joined Entity, where strong performances in WEU competitions put him on the radar of top-tier organizations.

Team Secret Era (2022–2024)

In 2022, Crystallis joined Team Secret, replacing Nisha as the team transitioned into a new era.

His biggest achievement came shortly after, finishing 2nd at The International 2022, one of the most prestigious results in Dota 2.

However, the following years were inconsistent. Team Secret struggled in DPC leagues and failed to qualify for several major events, marking a difficult period in his career.

Transitions & Rebuild (2024–2025)

After leaving Secret, Crystallis moved through multiple teams, including PARIVISION and Tundra Esports. This period was marked by frequent roster changes but also helped him remain active in the tier-1/2 European scene.

In late 2025, he joined MOUZ as part of a rebuilt roster that quickly found success.

MOUZ Era (2025–2026)

With MOUZ, Crystallis achieved a major milestone by winning PGL Wallachia Season 6, marking his first major tournament victory since early in his career.

In 2026, the team continues competing in:

– DreamLeague Season 28

– ESL One Birmingham 2026

– PGL Wallachia events

Crystallis serves as the team’s primary late-game win condition, focusing on efficient farming and reliable scaling into teamfights.

Playstyle and Reputation

Crystallis is known for a low-risk, high-efficiency carry style.

Key strengths include:

– Strong farming patterns and economy management

– Consistent positioning in teamfights

– Reliable execution on meta carries

– Ability to play sacrificial or space-creating roles when needed

He is often described as a “system carry," fitting structured teams rather than playing as a flashy, solo-carry superstar.

Famous Moments

– Grand Finals run at The International 2022 with Team Secret

– Transition from Entity to a top-tier international roster

– Winning PGL Wallachia Season 6 with MOUZ

– Multiple deep runs in WEU competitions

Fun Facts

– Crystallis holds a niche stat: one of the most successful Bloodseeker players in pro Dota, with a notably high number of wins on the hero.

– He replaced Nisha on Team Secret—one of the hardest roles to fill in Dota history, which heavily shaped community expectations around him.

– During Team Secret’s rough period, he became a frequent scapegoat in the community, despite playing a more sacrificial carry style.