Virtus.pro Promote tO0RO from VP.Prodigy to Anchor Role, Completing Roster Revamp
Alexander Fischer
Virtus.pro Promote tO0RO from VP.Prodigy to Anchor Role, Completing Roster Revamp
Virtus.pro have announced the promotion of 17-year-old Vadim “tO0RO” Arkov from their academy (VP.Prodigy) to the main CS2 roster, where he will fill the anchor role. The move restores Virtus.pro to full roster strength following the benching of IGL electroNic, and aligns with the earlier appointment of Perfecto as the team’s new in-game leader.
Why tO0RO?
Virtus.pro highlighted that the decision resulted from hands-on trials: “Over the past few weeks, the club has been testing players from the academy roster in search of the best fit,” the statement read, continuing, “tO0RO impressed in the anchor role, and for now the choice has fallen on him.”
As a long-time member of the VP.Prodigy squad—which has secured wins against teams like Liquid and FUT in BLAST Premier Rising and claimed titles such as ESEA League Season 54 Europe Elite Cup 1 and Myskill Pro League Season 2 Finals—tO0RO comes with proven competitive experience. He averaged a solid 1.12 rating in 2025, second only to AWPer b1st, and remains one of the academy’s standout riflers alongside AquaRS.
The Current Lineup & Role Landscape
With tO0RO joining, Virtus.pro’s confirmed CS2 lineup now includes:
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FL1T, fame, ICY, Perfecto, tO0RO — anchored by Perfecto's in-game leadership
Coach: F_1N
Benched: electroNic, FL4MUS
Loaned out: n0rb3r7
This structure was detailed in both HLTV’s team overview and Liquipedia, reflecting the full transition from VP’s talent pipeline.
Strategic Importance of the Move
The promotion achieves several objectives:
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Maintains roster continuity without resorting to external signings — a deliberate strategy, as confirmed by manager Gleb “Gera” Gerasimenko: “We are not considering candidates from other teams currently.”
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Aligns with Perfecto’s new IGL responsibilities, ensuring the team's tactical structure is anchored by a capable talent familiar with VP’s system.
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Empowers organizational growth, signaling Virtus.pro’s commitment to long-term development through its academy pipeline (VP.Prodigy, and earlier with VP.Future).
What's Next: FISSURE Playground 2 Debut
tO0RO is slated for his main roster debut during FISSURE Playground 2, a high-stakes CS2 tournament streamed on BLAST’s platform from September 12. This event serves as an early test of the recalibrated VP squad, as they aim to regain competitive footing after recent struggles.
A Closer Look: VP.Prodigy’s Legacy
Since the formation of VP.Prodigy in 2020, Virtus.pro’s academy has evolved into a reliable talent reservoir. The current roster features:
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b1st (AWP), TriBorgg1 (anchor), tO0RO (rifler), AquaRS (IGL) — structured for holistic development and tactical readiness.
Summary Table
| Topic | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Promotion | tO0RO joins Virtus.pro main roster as anchor |
| Academy Role | VP.Prodigy star, 1.12 rating in 2025 |
| Current Lineup | FL1T, fame, ICY, Perfecto (IGL), tO0RO; coach: F_1N |
| Benched Players | electroNic, FL4MUS; n0rb3r7 on loan |
| Strategy | Internal recruitment, developmental consistency |
| Upcoming Debut | FISSURE Playground 2, September 12 |
| Academy Structure | VP.Prodigy mission and roster foundation |
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