Factory New ST

1.38

Minimal Wear ST

0.71

Field-Tested ST

0.2

Well-Worn ST

0.24

Battle-Scarred ST

0.41

Factory New

0.58

Minimal Wear

0.23

Field-Tested

0.11

Well-Worn

0.16

Battle-Scarred

0.11

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WeaponTec-9
Finish

Ice Cap

Rarity

Mil-Spec Grade

Exterior

Well-Worn

Popularity

unpopular

Tec-9 | Ice Cap (Well-Worn)
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Mil-Spec Grade

Tec-9 | Ice Cap (Well-Worn)

An ideal pistol for the Terrorist on the move, the Tec-9 is lethal in close quarters and features a high magazine capacity. It has been painted with a blue and white abstract hydrographic. Submerge the opposition
Tec-9 | Ice Cap (Well-Worn)

Community rating: 4.22★

705 Votes

Community rating: 4.22★

705 Votes
An ideal pistol for the Terrorist on the move, the Tec-9 is lethal in close quarters and features a high magazine capacity. It has been painted with a blue and white abstract hydrographic. Submerge the opposition

Factory New ST

1.38

Minimal Wear ST

0.71

Field-Tested ST

0.2

Well-Worn ST

0.24

Battle-Scarred ST

0.41

Factory New

0.58

Minimal Wear

0.23

Field-Tested

0.11

Well-Worn

0.16

Battle-Scarred

0.11

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Containers

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WeaponTec-9
Finish

Ice Cap

Rarity

Mil-Spec Grade

Exterior

Well-Worn

Popularity

unpopular

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Description

Chance of dropping

The Tec-9 | Ice Cap (Well-Worn) stands out as one of 6 skins available. With its Mil-Spec Grade rarity status, obtaining the Ice Cap is a challenge, as it boasts a mere chance of dropping.

Community Rating

The Tec-9 | Ice Cap (Well-Worn) has garnered significant attention with over 705 votes on TRUSTPILOT.COM, achieving an impressive average rating of 4.22.

Overview

The Tec-9 | Ice Cap is a unique skin with shades of icy blue and white geometrical designs, giving it a cool and crisp appearance. It is part of the Glove Collection and was released in February 2017.

Rarity

This skin is classified as 'Industrial Grade,' which means it's fairly common and has a higher drop chance than more rare skins. However, its unique design still makes it a favourite among many players.

History

The Tec-9 | Ice Cap was introduced to the CS:GO community during the Glove Case update in 2017. It quickly gained attention due to its eye-catching design.

Popularity

Despite its common rating, the skin has managed to gain popularity among players due to its unique icy design, especially in game modes which emphasize close-quarters combat where the Tec-9 excels.

Compatibility

This skin is compatible with the Tec-9 pistol.

Unique Features

The Ice Cap features a stencil-like ice crystal motif on top of a vibrant blue background, which is not common with other Tec-9 skins, making it really stand out on the battlefield.

Event

The skin was released alongside the Glove Case, attracting players to engage with new content offered by the case.

Trivia

The design of the Ice Cap skin appears to be inspired by snowflake patterns, which is fitting for the name.

Skin Designer

Designed by Valve.

Technical Features

The Ice Cap design uses a cool color palette and detailed stenciling, resulting in a high contrast and appealing skin for the Tec-9.

Reviews and Ratings

This skin has garnered positive reviews from the community for its striking color scheme and budget-friendly rarity.

Historical Significance

Despite its 'Industrial Grade' classification, the Ice Cap has gained recognition for having an exceptional design that many players appreciate.

Reasons for Popularity

It's become popular due to its affordable cost, unique design, and the fact that it can be equipped on the Tec-9, a pistol considered effective in close-quarter scenarios.

Influential Events

The release of the Glove Case sparked much interest in the community, which definitely increased the recognition of the Ice Cap skin.

Creation Story

The creation of the Ice Cap might have stemmed from a desire to create a unique and vibrant design for a common weapon that would be both affordable and aesthetically pleasing.

Symbolism and Design Elements

The skin's icy design symbolizes the cold, relentless nature of combat in CS:GO, and the blue color scheme perfectly complements the Tec-9's shape.

Emotional Connection

Many players feel connected to the skin due to its unique design that stands out despite its common classification.

Impact on Community

This skin has inspired other designers to create visually stunning skins for common weapons, providing a range of affordable yet aesthetically pleasing options for the community.

Usage in Esports

The Ice Cap is occasionally seen in professional matches, further contributing to its recognition and popularity.

Player Stories

The Ice Cap resonates with many players, with frequent stories of it being one of their first ever good-looking skins because of its affordability and unique design.