Peanut, League’s best jungle, ends 11‑year career, says goodbye in final stream

South Korea’s compulsory military draft is one of the few forces that can abruptly halt an esports career, regardless of a player’s skill level or legacy. This week, that reality struck one of the most iconic figures in League of Legends’ competitive scene: Han Wang‑ho, universally known as Peanut, bid farewell to his fans during a final livestream before commencing his service in the Korean army. His 11‑year journey, which began in 2015 when he was just 16, culminated in an illustrious record that includes seven LCK titles, a Mid‑Season Invitational championship, and a First‑Place finish at the World Championship.

Peanut’s influence on the jungle role is unparalleled; he set a new benchmark for aggression, mechanical skill, and map awareness that has shaped an entire generation of players. His tenure with ROX Tigers propelled the team to the 2016 World Championship semifinals, where they faced a memorable defeat at the hands of SK Telecom T1. Later, as a replacement for SKT’s legendary roster, Peanut proved he could perform at the highest level in any environment.

His career was also marked by a series of high‑profile team changes that sparked controversy at the time but ultimately reflected a relentless pursuit of fresh challenges. From Longzhu Gaming—where he helped secure the 2017 LCK title—to Gen.G, Nongshim RedForce, and his final professional stints, Peanut amassed a total of seven LCK championships, a feat that places him among the most decorated players in League of Legends history.

Legendary Korean jungler Peanut has bid farewell to his fans with a heartfelt final stream, announcing his imminent departure to fulfill mandatory military duty. “Goodbye, goodnight 👋,” he signed off, marking the end of an era for the esports community.