Pattarek

Pattarek is the competitive alias of Patrick Nickel, a German player who spent his career anchoring the support position. Now 28 and retired from active play, he leaves behind the kind of steady, team-first legacy that defines many of the players who make bot lanes function without ever chasing the spotlight themselves.

The Support Craft

Support is arguably the most selfless role in League of Legends. It demands constant vision control, protective instincts for the marksman alongside you, and the game sense to roam and influence other lanes at exactly the right moment. Pattarek’s tenure in this position speaks to a player who understood that impact is not always measured in kills, but in the enabling plays, the timely engages, and the calm shot-calling that keep a roster synchronized.

A Signature on Sett

Among his champions, Sett stands out. As a support pick, Sett trades traditional utility for physical presence, offering hard engage, a suppressing ultimate that can isolate priority targets, and the front-line durability to turn a scrappy fight in his team’s favor. Favoring a champion like this points to an aggressive, initiation-minded support who preferred to dictate the terms of engagement rather than sit back and react.

Career and Legacy

Pattarek most recently appeared with Five Kings before stepping away from competition. As a German talent, his path ran through the same domestic and regional structures that have produced a deep pool of European support players over the years. Though now retired, his career reflects the grind of regional competition, where consistency and reliability keep a player relevant. His story serves as a reminder that behind every carry performance stands a support quietly setting the stage.