Thunderpick reveals invites for TWC NA Series 1

Thunderpick have announced the 12 teams invited to the Thunderpick World Championship 2026 NA Series. The online event has a solid prize pool of $15,000, with half going to the eventual winner.

Teams who've received direct invites to the playoff stage include 2025 Series #2 champions M80, as well as Wildcard, BOSS, and Zomblers. According to Thunderpick's website post, "The BOSS lineup is subject to change, with ben1337, marekiew, and WUMBO reportedly signed by Marsborne."

The group stage begins April 26th, the same day as ESL Challenger League Season 51 Cup #4. FarmVille and Aether have received invites to both. Additionally, April 26th will also mark the final day of FRAG 20, which TWC group-stage team InControl is slated to attend.

The full team list for the TWC 2026 NA Series is: