Astralis Reboot: device Transfer Plans, Magisk Exit, Key Match Stats

Astralis reboot begins as device and Magisk exit

Dec 30, 2025

At last, the reset is official. Astralis have confirmed that Nicolai “device” Reedtz and Emil “Magisk” Reif are leaving, and the club is already talking about a rebuild that runs through 2026. Get the full breakdown and the stats that explain why this reboot was unavoidable.

Confirmed changes: device’s transfer plans (reported 100 Thieves link) and Magisk’s contract expiry

Astralis announced on December 28, 2025 that device will transfer to a new team, while Magisk departs after his contract expired. The organization said it is exploring a “potential new, international outlook,” and will not limit recruitment to one market as it rebuilds through 2026 with “quality and the overall direction of new additions” as the priority.

HLTV has also reported where device is headed next: a 100 Thieves project that is expected to include Håvard “rain” Nygaard and head coach Lukas “gla1ve” Rossander. Device called the decision difficult in Astralis’ statement, but said he has been “hungry to try something new,” and stressed that he leaves on good terms.

Why these moves matter: results from device’s second stint and Magisk’s stand-in return

Astralis are resetting after two key players left: device is preparing a transfer, and Magisk departed when his contract expired. Their recent results show a team that could reach big stages, but did not secure a title.

Key matches from device’s second stint and Magisk’s stand-in return:

Match	Astralis result	Top performer	device	Magisk
PGL Astana 2025 final vs Spirit	Lost 1-3 (Dust2 5-13, Nuke 10-13, Mirage 13-5, Train 13-16 overtime)	donk 86-58, 1.51	49-54, 0.89	Not played
FISSURE Playground 1 final vs TYLOO	Lost 1-3 (Inferno 13-10, Nuke 4-13, Mirage 14-16, Ancient 10-13)	JamYoung 90-56, 1.49	65-63, 1.00	Not played
FISSURE Playground 2 Swiss round 5 vs GamerLegion (Sept 17)	Won 2-0 (Overpass 13-9, Nuke 13-10)	Staehr 42-28, 1.50	37-27, 1.11	31-28, 1.11

Two finals ended 1-3, so Astralis were close but could not finish. Device struggled in the Astana final, then steadied against TYLOO, but neither run ended with a trophy.

Magisk’s short return helped in a Swiss elimination match where one bad half can end the event. With Magisk free after his deal expired and device leaving, Astralis need a new AWPer and a plan for the 2026 rebuild.

What comes next for Astralis: “international outlook” recruitment and 2026 rebuild direction

Two roles open up at once: a new main AWPer and a rifler who can handle Magisk’s mix of anchoring and calm late-round decisions. Astralis’ stated “international outlook” suggests the club is ready to widen the search, accept the growing pains that come with language and system changes, and pick players who fit the plan rather than the passport.

With the rebuild said to continue through 2026, expect a phased approach: fill the gaps, test under pressure, then commit once the chemistry holds. Return for stavn is unlikely, putting even more weight on the next two signings.