Imperial signs six-time world champion women’s CS team

On May 25, 2024, Imperial Esports announced the signing of the former Nigma Galaxy women’s roster — six-time champions of the ESL Impact League, the premier all-female Counter-Strike circuit. This acquisition marks Imperial’s return to the female esports scene, bringing in a lineup rich in international experience.

According to Felippe “felippe1” Martins, founder and CEO of Imperial, the signing has broad objectives:

• • Integrate international know-how to help develop new Brazilian female players;

• • Boost the growth of the national women’s scene in the medium and long term;

• • Encourage future partnerships and bring influencers into the organization’s ecosystem.

First steps: Impact League Season 5

The new team has already debuted in the ESL Impact League Season 5, held between May 31 and June 2 in the U.S., securing a spot in the LAN stage of the tournament. Expectations are high for a tour across Brazil, with planned events and bootcamps in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.

Future structure

Imperial is already planning to establish a Brazilian women’s academy, scouting local players and providing continuous support through training as part of the organization’s expansion strategy.

Confirmed international roster

The former Nigma Galaxy roster, now named Imperial Valkyries, includes:

• • Alexandra “twenty3” Timonina

• • Ana “ANa” Dumbravă

• • Victoria “tory” Kazieva

• • Katarina “Kat” Vašková

• • Zainab “zAAz” Turkie

• • Coach: Reinis “hyskeee” Grinbergs