Professional Esports Team 'SCARZ' Announces SteelSeries as Title Sponsor for VALORANT Rebuild Documentary 'THE ART OF WAR'

XENOZ Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Munezane Homoto), operator of the professional esports team 'SCARZ,' announces that gaming peripheral brand SteelSeries has become the title sponsor for its new documentary 'THE ART OF WAR,' which closely follows the rebuilding of its VALORANT division and its young players.

Background of SteelSeries' Support

In recent years, SCARZ has been distant from offline tournaments. To return to the top and reclaim the podium, the team has resolved to fight hard and rebuild, recruiting new members with unwavering determination.

This strong resolve of SCARZ—'rising from the ashes,' 'seeking revenge,' and 'restarting'—resonated deeply with SteelSeries, a gaming peripheral brand that has long supported top players worldwide. As a result, SteelSeries has decided to fully support this project. Together, we will deliver to fans the intense journey of ambition, passion, and relentless pursuit of victory.

About 'THE ART OF WAR'

'THE ART OF WAR' is a real-life documentary centered on Art, the coach of SCARZ's newly formed VALORANT division, following the challenges of young players. It candidly portrays the pressure of tryouts, the frustration of defeat, and the team's growth behind the scenes of glamorous victories. Without being bound by 'win-at-all-costs' mentality, we will openly share their passion and what it truly means to live as professionals.

About Art

Head Coach of SCARZ's VALORANT Division.

Nickname: 'Ibanin'.

A passionate and tactically brilliant leader, Art has been one of Japan's top IGLs (in-game leaders), competing at the highest level. His weapon is his deep game understanding and experience gained on the global stage.

He joined SCARZ in September 2025 and retired from professional play in June 2026. As a coach, he continues to inspire the team with his exceptional communication skills and overwhelming leadership, making him a beloved figure essential to the scene.

Art: X / Twitch

Comment from Mr. Yasuhito Ishii, Sales Director, Japan, SteelSeries

We understand that SCARZ's 'THE ART OF WAR' aims not just at wins and losses, but at capturing the team's determination and growth during its rebuilding process. SteelSeries resonates with this sincere challenge and has decided to sponsor the project. We hope the players' and team's passion reaches even more fans.

Comment from Munezane Homoto, CEO of XENOZ Inc.

We are deeply grateful that SteelSeries, a long-time leader in the esports scene, has decided to fully support 'THE ART OF WAR.' The current SCARZ VALORANT division is a challenger striving once again for the top. We are truly encouraged to have SteelSeries as a strong partner who shares our gritty determination to 'rise again.' We hope you look forward to the story of a team overcoming adversity and growing into one that thrills fans once more.

Distribution Information

'THE ART OF WAR supported by SteelSeries'

Release Date: July 15, 2026 (Wednesday) at 6:00 PM

Platform: SCARZ Official YouTube Channel

Video URL: https://youtu.be/4sQEQaTuF3I

About SteelSeries

'SteelSeries' is a gaming peripheral brand founded in 2001 in Copenhagen, Denmark, focusing on quality, technology, and functionality. From the industry's first gaming mousepad at launch, to headsets, keyboards, and mice as core products, SteelSeries develops products under the motto 'FOR GLORY' to enhance performance and achieve victory for users at all levels—from casual gamers to professionals. The brand has pioneered numerous innovations in esports, including the first collaboration with a pro esports player in 2002, sponsoring esports events, and launching the industry's first gaming headset in 2004 and the first mechanical gaming keyboard. SteelSeries will continue to actively support esports culture.

◎ SteelSeries Official Website: https://jp.steelseries.com

◎ SteelSeries Japan Official X Account: https://x.com/SteelSeriesJP

About XENOZ Inc. (SCARZ)

Founded in 2012 and incorporated in 2015, SCARZ is a professional esports team and one of Japan's largest, competing in multiple titles with achievements in domestic and international tournaments. Under the slogan 'KEEP IT REAL,' we aim to operate as genuine professionals, creating a path where everyone connected to SCARZ can remain authentic and pursue their dreams together.

Company Overview Company Name: XENOZ Inc. Website: https://www.scarz.net/ X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/SCARZ5 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarz_jp/

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