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Tyler 'sym' Porter, a prominent figure in the Valorant esports community, died at the age of 21 in a car accident, which also claimed the life of his close friend, Austen. The news was shared on social media by a mutual friend, leading to an outpouring of grief from fans and fellow gamers. sym began his esports career in 2020 with Phoenix1, later joining Team Serenity and TSM's academy team, and became a founding member of Moist Moguls in 2023. He was known for his skills in the VCT Challengers circuit and recently served as a stand-in for Windthrop University's Valorant team. He was remembered for his warm personality and deep connections with others.