Aiming LoL controversy has taken another turn after Kim “Aiming” Ha-ram left KT Rolster and joined Kiwoom DRX following an internal dispute.
The veteran AD carry released a personal statement about his KT exit, saying he wanted to explain the situation to fans after the sudden roster change. KT had already moved Aiming out of the starting lineup and promoted Park “FenRir” Kang-jun before the trade sent Aiming to Kiwoom DRX and Jung “Jiwoo” Ji-woo to KT.
The move has quickly become one of the biggest LCK talking points of the week. It brings together a public disagreement, a mid-season bot lane change, and a major player switch between two Korean organizations still trying to settle their lineups.
Aiming leaves KT after internal conflict
KT’s bot lane situation changed after the organization cited internal conflict during practice as the reason for calling up FenRir. The change first drew attention when FenRir appeared in place of Aiming while the rest of KT’s starting lineup remained intact.
Aiming later addressed the situation in a personal statement. He said he had been giving feedback because he wanted KT to move in a better direction. The conversations became more difficult as opinions within the team started to clash. What started as an attempt to help eventually became a heated exchange.
Hello this is Aiming Kim Haram,
This statement isnt to criticize someone or determine who is responsible, rather this is to share my honest feelings about this current situation that may have been sudden and worrying to my fans.
While I was giving feedback in the hopes of our team heading down a better path, we had conflict of opinions between players. In that situation, the other player said emotional remarks (this roughly translates to personal insults) to me, and as it continued we exchanged remarks that were hurtful to each other.
In this process we both did not control our emotions and used words that crossed the line. I am regretful for not approaching the situation in a more mature manner and exchanging hurtful remarks.
Aftrer, i sat down for a talk with the head coach. I expressed that beyond my personal feelings as a progamer, i want to keep a business-like relationship and keep playing with the team. However, the other player expressed that it would be too hard to play together, and the situation became difficult to resolve.
After, I accepted and respected the final decision of the org. But, in reaching this important decision i felt i was not given sufficient opportunity to share my side and my thoughts with the org before the decision was made.
Last year, idespite having many offers, i chose to come to KT because of my personal affection to the org and the great memories i had, and so this ending feels especially sad and bitter to me. However, my graitutde towards the times i spent my teammates, staff and the supportive fans will not change.
I am thankful for the support given to me, and i will try my best to continue as a more mature player.
Thank you
- Aiming
Link to post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DbathGOxFdx/?hl=en
The situation has become a major League of Legends news story because KT did not simply bench a struggling player. The organization made a sudden roster change, the player then publicly shared his side, and a trade followed almost immediately.
Head coach Go “Score” Dong-bin also took responsibility for the situation, saying he had failed to resolve the conflict earlier. He explained that trust within the previous lineup had broken down to the point where KT felt a change was necessary.
The decision came together so quickly that FenRir started against T1 without playing a single scrim with the lineup. Even under those circumstances, KT secured a 2-0 win, with Score praising his players for adjusting and saying the team would continue working to improve its synergy.
Aiming says he wanted to stay with KT
A major part of the Aiming LoL drama is that he said he still wanted to finish the year with KT. According to his statement, he met with head coach Go “Score” Dong-bin and said he was willing to put personal feelings aside to keep working with the team as a professional.
Aiming said the coaching staff felt it would be difficult to continue together, leaving the situation hard to resolve. He said he accepted the organization’s final decision, but also felt he had not been given enough time to fully explain his perspective before the call was made.
He also said the ending was especially disappointing because he had chosen KT despite having other options before the season. Aiming pointed to his affection for the organization and the memories he had built there, while still thanking his teammates, the staff, and fans for their support.
Trade sends Aiming to Kiwoom DRX and Jiwoo to KT
The next step was a trade between KT Rolster and Kiwoom DRX. Aiming moved to Kiwoom DRX, while Jiwoo went the other way and joined KT.
The switch gives Kiwoom DRX an experienced bot laner at a sensitive point in the season. Aiming has played for several major teams, including Afreeca Freecs, Bilibili Gaming, KT Rolster and Dplus KIA, before landing at Kiwoom DRX. That makes the move stand out even more, as this is an established LCK bot laner changing teams in the middle of a heated situation.
Kiwoom DRX’s broader player structure can be followed through the official DRX Challengers team page, while the current competition schedule is available through Riot’s LoL Esports tournament hub.
| Player | Team move | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Kim “Aiming” Ha-ram | KT Rolster to Kiwoom DRX | Leaves KT after an internal dispute and joins another LCK organization |
| Jung “Jiwoo” Ji-woo | Kiwoom DRX to KT Rolster | Moves to KT as part of the trade involving Aiming |
| Park “FenRir” Kang-jun | Promoted by KT Rolster | Steps into KT’s bot lane after Aiming is removed from the lineup |
| Trần “LazyFeel” Bảo Minh | Already with Kiwoom DRX | Faces a clearer roster question after Aiming’s arrival |
KT faces a new bot lane question after Aiming exit
KT now has to move forward with a changed bot lane. FenRir was promoted in sudden circumstances, and the organization then received Jiwoo in the trade with Kiwoom DRX.
That creates a complicated path for KT. FenRir was the immediate replacement, while Jiwoo arrives as another bot lane option after spending time away from Kiwoom DRX’s starting spot. KT’s next choices will show whether the organization plans to fully commit to FenRir or eventually open competition for the role.
The situation is especially delicate because KT’s original change was not framed as a form issue. It came from an internal conflict, which means the organization is also trying to stabilize practice, communication, and trust inside the roster.
Kiwoom DRX gets an experienced AD carry
For Kiwoom DRX, the trade adds a veteran AD carry with years of top-level experience. Aiming has played in Korea and China, and his arrival gives the team another high-profile option in the bot lane.
The main question is how quickly Kiwoom DRX will use him. Aiming’s name carries weight, but the timing of the transfer means the team still has to manage integration, practice, and any role decisions around LazyFeel.
The wider LCK picture now includes two teams adjusting at once. KT must prove its replacement plan is stable, while Kiwoom DRX has to decide how to fit Aiming into its lineup without turning the move into another disruption.
Why the Aiming LoL drama matters
The Aiming LoL controversy matters because it is more than a normal roster announcement. It includes a public player statement, an organization citing internal conflict, a sudden call-up, and a trade that changes the bot lane options for both teams.
It also highlights how quickly a team issue can become a league-wide story when it involves a well-known player. Aiming’s statement gives one side of the dispute, while KT’s roster decision shows the organization believed a change was necessary.
For fans following the wider esports scene, the key issue is what happens next on stage. Statements explain the breakup, but the competitive impact will be measured by KT’s form without Aiming and Kiwoom DRX’s results after adding him.
Riot’s official LoL Esports league pages remain the central place for schedules and competition information as both teams continue through the calendar.
Frequently asked questions about Aiming LoL
Who is Aiming in League of Legends?
Aiming is Kim Ha-ram, a Korean professional League of Legends AD carry who has played for teams including Afreeca Freecs, Bilibili Gaming, KT Rolster, Dplus KIA, and Kiwoom DRX.
Why did Aiming leave KT Rolster?
Aiming left KT after an internal conflict led to his removal from the starting roster. He later said he wanted to keep playing for KT until the end of the year, but the team decided it would be difficult to continue together.
What did Aiming say in his statement?
Aiming said he was not trying to blame anyone. He said feedback discussions turned into conflict, admitted that emotions escalated, and apologized for his own part in the exchange.
Which team did Aiming join after KT?
Aiming joined Kiwoom DRX after leaving KT Rolster.
Who did KT receive in the Aiming trade?
KT received Jung “Jiwoo” Ji-woo from Kiwoom DRX as part of the trade.
Who replaced Aiming on KT Rolster?
KT promoted Park “FenRir” Kang-jun after moving Aiming out of the starting lineup.
What to watch after Aiming’s Kiwoom DRX move
The next stage of the Aiming LoL controversy will depend on roster decisions and results. Kiwoom DRX must decide how quickly to use Aiming, while KT has to show that its sudden bot lane change can hold up under pressure.
The trade closes one part of the story, but it does not settle the bigger questions. Aiming now starts a new chapter with Kiwoom DRX, KT has reshaped its bot lane, and both teams will be judged by how well they move on from one of the most dramatic roster changes of the LCK season.
