Envy Gaming pledges action after Dallas Fuel’s ‘Fearless’ speaks out about racism he, teammates have - The Dallas Morning News

Envy Gaming leadership is taking action after Dallas Fuel player Lee “Fearless” Eui-Seok spoke out this week about racism he and his Korean teammates say they have faced in Dallas.

Mike Rufail, the organization’s founder and Chief Gaming Officer, said Envy is looking to ramp up security and asked others to battle racism when they see it.

Rufail wished Envy leadership knew about the incidents with Lee and the Fuel earlier so they could possibly pursue action, but was pleased with Lee’s response in his video.

We’ve already discussed with security in our building, who will, when they are able to, will try to make sure the players are safe when they are outside and around the building,” Rufail said.

Being part of the Dallas Fuel has helped Lee and his seven Korean teammates and three Korean coaches.

Rufail said the Fuel players were doing all right, and that Fearless himself was “caught off guard” by the response and concern from Envy

Rufail, who said he’s experienced racist remarks in esports himself during his multi-decade career that began as a player, wants his players to feel safe

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Sean started at The Dallas Morning News in 2020 and covers North Texas esports, focusing on the Dallas Fuel and Dallas Empire