Invent

Invent, known off the servers as Jason Ji, is a retired support player from Canada whose competitive story is closely tied to collegiate League of Legends. He is most associated with the York Lions, the varsity program representing York University, placing him within the distinctive world of North American university esports rather than the professional franchised leagues.

The Backbone of the Team

As a support, Invent played the role that often goes unsung yet remains indispensable. Supports are the enablers of a roster, responsible for vision control, protecting the bot lane’s marksman during the vulnerable early game, and initiating or peeling in teamfights. The position demands selflessness, game sense, and constant communication, as a good support reads the flow of a match and positions the team to seize advantages before they materialize. It is a role measured less by flashy statistics and more by the outcomes a player quietly makes possible.

The Collegiate Path

Competing within a university program like the York Lions reflects a pathway that has become increasingly important in North American League of Legends. Collegiate esports offers a structured, team-oriented environment where players balance academics with high-level competition, and for many it serves as both a proving ground and a formative chapter. Representing a school on the Canadian collegiate circuit means playing for something beyond an organization’s brand, competing under a banner that carries institutional identity and community support.

Legacy and Reflection

Now retired from competition, Invent leaves behind a career shaped by the collaborative spirit that defines the support role and the collegiate scene alike. Players who move on from varsity esports frequently carry forward the teamwork, discipline, and strategic thinking honed during their playing days into other pursuits. While his name may not appear on the marquee stages of professional League of Legends, his contribution to the York Lions and to Canadian collegiate competition remains part of the broader tapestry of the game’s grassroots history.