EVER SINCE Robert Remar “Hito” Candoy really was demoted to Omega Esports’ reserves, supporters and teams really have regarded him lovingly as the PH Mobile Legends: Bang Bang scene’s walking meme.

After all, he’s almost always the punchline to Omega’s jokes.

Omega Esports tweeted a photo with the caption, “Teeeeeeeeka, bakit parang may naiwan.” ASAN SI HITO???” [“ Waiiiiiiit, why does something seem to be left behind. “WHERE IS HITO???”]

Twitter social media content:

Smart Omega ML

about 2 weeks ago

“Bound for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia! ✈️

Ingat kayo team! One Shot, Pilipinas! 🇵🇭

Teeeeeeka, bakit parang may naiwan. ASAN SI Hito??? 🤔

#OneShotPilipinas

#OneShotOmega

#SmartAko

#SmartOMG

#OMGML

#MAYA

#UnleashTheBeast

#PinasLangMalakas”

The club’s “CEO” flew with the squad to Kuala Lumpur, which surprised everyone because he wasn’t on the primary roster, with Billy “Z4pnu” Alfonso picked ahead of him.

After the game versus EVOS SG yesterday, Hito served as Duane “Kelra” Pillas’ interpreter for the post-game interviews with Mara Aquino, wearing a shower robe inside the stadium.

Coach Jomie “Pakbet” Abalos explained to Spin.ph that despite his many meme-worthy actions, he plays a larger role in the squad.

Hito is a great morale booster.

“Si Hito kase yung nagche-cheer up sa mga players kapag talo. Makita mo yung mukha niya, matatawa ka eh,” “[Hito is the one who cheers up the players when they lose. You can see his face, you’ll laugh,”] he remarked.

Despite their well-deserved reputation for constantly clawing back from the brink, uncertainties lingered over the squad during their MSC campaign like gloomy clouds. After a tie versus IDNS, Omega Esports skipped the post-game press conference, and a loss against Todak Esports consigned them to the dreaded bottom bracket.

Fans even questioned their possibilities, with some blaming Patrick James “E2MAX” Caidic’s Julian for their demise.

Coach Pakbet was obliged to wear his characteristic coat against EVOS SG, stating, “Parang last day na namin so sige suotin ko nga ulit. Baka swertehin.” [“It looks like it’s our last day, so I’ll wear it again.” “Perhaps lucky.”]

And luck was on the team’s side as Omega easily defeated EVOS SG. This finally led to Kelra’s funny post-match interview, in which she stated, “Same lang naman yun kahit upper or lower bracket, parehas lang yun. Kung malakas, malakas.” [“It’s the same even if the upper or lower bracket, it’s the same. If strong, strong.”]

Hito’s English translation? “Lower bracket is destiny!”

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Karl “Rockhart” To
@rockhartgg

“Same same lang naman yun kahit upper o lower bracket, parehas lang yun. Kung malakas, malakas.” – Kelra

“Lower Bracket is destiny.” – Hito

@OmegaEsportsPH wins 3-0 against RSG Singapore in the lower bracket. They will move forward in #MSC2022 🇵🇭”

Coach Pakbet confessed to Spin.ph that he is his favorite player because of the humorous relief he provides.

“Si Hito paborito ko, kahit hindi na siya naglalaro! Makulit talaga si Hito!” [“Hito is my favorite, even if he doesn’t play anymore! Hito is really annoying!”]

He added: “Maraming talent, pati mukha niya talent! Ayun yung binabayaran doon! Talo mga K-Pop!” [“Lots of talent, as he faces talent!” he said. What a waste of money! Thank you, K-Pop!”]

Then it was found that teams were eavesdropping on Hito.

“Maraming team ang kumukuha kay Hito,” said the Omega mentor. “Sabi ko nga, ‘Lipat ka na doon!” [“A lot of teams are hiring Hito,” said the Omega mentor. “I said, ‘Move over there!’]

Despite the possibilities to refine his talents and gain more playing time, Hito has stayed faithful to Barangay Omega.

“Sabi niya, ‘Hindi! Stay lang ako dito!” [“He said, No! I just stay here!”] said Pakbet.