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A guide to getting a Korean flag on iCCupYou know you want it!
Many of you have wondered if you can get that Korean flag in front of your name on iCCup in some other way than:
a) asking some Korean to make you/hand you over an account b) asking for flag change in the iCCup forum
Each of those two have some pros and cons (choose your destiny: a) don't know any Koreans or b) wait until you grow a beard - despite that you might be asian).
Is there an other, better method? Yes. Proxy.
You might have already thought about that, but you just didn't know how or didn't bother to do it. In any case, I'll inform you that's it can be done *easily and quickly* if you follow the steps listed here. (and you'll learn how to setup a proxy in the process, if you didn't know it already )
Now you can change your flag so you can just play anonymously among a gazillion other Koreans avoiding any chance of detection from other players or just to have fun by playing a joke on your friends! 
1) Make a new e-mail address.
Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo!... you choose.
Sadly, iCCup requires each account to have a different e-mail.
2) Find a proxy server list.
Google (click it!) something like "Korean proxy servers", "Korea proxy list" or similar to get a page with lists of proxy servers from Korea.
South Korea is officially "Korea, Republic of", but some refer to it by Korea (South). Use sorting by country if needed for easier searching.
+ Show Spoiler [List of proxies] +I could have provided you with a list of proxies, but that's bound to change one day, so I thought it's better to "teach" you how to fish than feed you fish. Anyway, just for reference, I used this page: http://www.xroxy.com/proxy-country-KR.htm
3) Choose an *Anonymous* proxy server.
Now that you have a list of proxies, choose one that is labeled as "Anonymous" (or "Socks4"/"Socks5"), because those generally don't forward any information about you to iCCup (or other pages) - like IP address or that it is in fact a proxy server you're connecting trough.
ReD is your friend, much like NaDa. + Show Spoiler [Other properties] +There's other properties like SSL (secure connection, encryption - if you're shopping though the proxy) or Latency & Speed (downloading etc.), but in this guide we're just concerned about routing trough South Korea, so that's of no relevance to us.
4) Setup your browser for proxy.
Copy the IP Address and Port numbers of that server and use them to setup the proxy settings (follow the red color):
Firefox 2 + Show Spoiler +Tools->Options->Advanced->Network->Connection->Settings Enter the previously copied IP address in the "HTTP Proxy:" input box, and the port in the "Port:" input box. Internet Explorer 7 + Show Spoiler +Tools->Internet Options->Connections->LAN settings->Proxy server Enter the previously copied IP address in the "Address:" input box, and the port in the "Port:" input box.
+ Show Spoiler [Other options] +In those pictures you can see the other options (like "use proxy for all protocols" and "avoid proxy for local IP addresses") you should use. Some of them are not necessary for iCCup, but generally it's good to use them for other purposes mentioned earlier.
5) Make a new iCCup account with your new e-mail, activate it and turn off the proxy settings.
To turn off the proxy settings, follow the blue color in the last step and:
FF2 - turn on the radio button. IE7 - uncheck the checkbox.
+ Show Spoiler [Extra!] +If you want to get the maximum effect for intimidating your opponents: - Your name should be some random letters koreans use, like "hdhklr" or nonsensical names like "TamponZerg".
- To look badass, transfer stats from your other account. >

- Check this topic or just add this in your profile:
life of lively to live to life of full life thx to shield battery or just some Korean phrase in Hangul.
followed by: <your_iCCup_name_here>@hanmail.net cafe.daum.net/<your_iCCup_name_here>.
- When asked "from?", reply "kor".
If asked more, if you name is something like "TamponZerg", respond in broken english. If it's like "hdhklr" don't say anything else unless you know some Korean phrases in Hangul.
+ Show Spoiler +yeah, I know it's a pretty (pun intended) random picture, and it doesn't belong here, but I like it  So what does proxy do in practice?
You send your request for data (creation of a new account, by clicking on the link) to the proxy server in South Korea, it anonymously sends the same request to the iCCup page server.
ICCup page server detects that the IP address is in fact from South Korea. It sends data (about the iCCup page for creating an account) back to the proxy server, the proxy server sends the data to you. You get your account creation page with the South Korean flag.
Usually you send and receive data directly from the page server. But the proxy server is essentially a messenger (that hides your identity) between you and the host server for the page you're browsing (ie. iCCup or TeamLiquid). In our case, it's like you're wearing a mask when buying condoms from your local store.
+ Show Spoiler [Notes] +Note 1. The account flag changes to your country after some while. I'll try to investigate and find a way around it. Note 2. This guide is actually for setting your * browser* to use the proxy settings. This can be done for your whole internet connection (ie. other/all programs/games), but that is not our goal here. Note 3. There are proxy pages that allow you to browse other pages trough them without setting all this up, but I didn't find one for South Korea, so I decided to present you a general way. Note 4. Most public proxy servers (unlike some private/$$$ servers) are usually slow and have big latency, so I wouldn't recommend them for anything else than light surfing (no YouTube, or playing games). Note 5. For more anonymity/security, you can clear the cookies and cache before using the proxy, and change the password once you turn it off. Note 6. Technically, you don't really need to use an anonymous proxy server for iCCup, as I think that it doesn't check the the original IP address - not sure though. But it's a must have for most other purposes. Note 7. Click on the big Korean flag to learn its meaning, and all the symbols on it. DO IT! 
Have fun playing anonymously as a korean and scaring all the foreigners! 
   
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On September 11 2009 23:25 quirinus wrote:Many of you have wondered if you can get that Korean flag in front of your name on iCCup wat?
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Having people leave/ban like 20% of the games you join isn't fun at all.
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Germany2762 Posts
why would i want a korean flag?
btw there are plenty of services that provide you a temporary 24h email address with two clicks.
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On September 11 2009 23:38 jhNz wrote: why would i want a korean flag?
btw there are plenty of services that provide you a temporary 24h email address with two clicks.
I've added a new paragraph explaining some reasons. Thanks for pointing that out.
Ah, didn't know that, thanks for the info, that's handy. It might be wise to keep that email if you forget the password later.
On September 11 2009 23:30 koreasilver wrote: Having people leave/ban like 20% of the games you join isn't fun at all.
yeah, but messing with your friends is, like I pointed out in the paragraph that I added now. ;D
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Thanks for the guide, but is this really something desirable?
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close thread close thread close thread close thread close thread close thread close thread close thread close thread close thread close thread close thread !!!!!
FAKE KOREANS FTLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL TT t.T
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Wow thanks for the guide
im sure its desirable for some people
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On September 11 2009 23:43 Salv wrote: Thanks for the guide, but is this really something desirable?
You're welcome.
I don't see much problem with this; why is this so different than having a smurf account with your country flag? It only increases your anonymity - in most cases you would create that account one way or the other.
Also, I don't think this'll result in some mass transfer to the Korean flag. It's just to help some people that want to do so.
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Don't forget to get an awesome Korean ID.
crthrkglh298 for example. Kinda scary eh ?
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i think this blog would get more enthusiastic replies if you changed it to be USA
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Don't forget to practice your "fake" konglish insults as well.
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On September 11 2009 23:50 Boblion wrote: Don't forget to get an awesome Korean ID.
crthrkglh298 for example. Kinda scary eh ?
On September 11 2009 23:51 koreasilver wrote: Don't forget to practice your "fake" konglish insults as well.
It's in the extras.
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nice guide, thanks for the information.
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On September 11 2009 23:51 FragKrag wrote: i think this blog would get more enthusiastic replies if you changed it to be USA Ew.
Americans.
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I have an account that doesn't have a flag on it and only bears a black background and an x-mark!
It's possible due to my dynamic ip address! But I gotta say I really liked it 
Anyway, this is a very good guide man! thanks!
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On September 11 2009 23:51 FragKrag wrote: i think this blog would get more enthusiastic replies if you changed it to be USA Only an american would say that!
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United States11390 Posts
On September 11 2009 23:55 koreasilver wrote:Show nested quote +On September 11 2009 23:51 FragKrag wrote: i think this blog would get more enthusiastic replies if you changed it to be USA Ew. Americans. says the canadian
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I'd rather live up here than ever live back down in the States.
Korea/Canada > America.
Nooooooooo contest.
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On September 11 2009 23:51 FragKrag wrote: i think this blog would get more enthusiastic replies if you changed it to be USA
This is classified as a One-hit wonder if I remember correctly? 
Yeah, you can pretty much use this method to get any flag.
On September 11 2009 23:56 Licmyobelisk wrote:I have an account that doesn't have a flag on it and only bears a black background and an x-mark! It's possible due to my dynamic ip address! But I gotta say I really liked it  Anyway, this is a very good guide man! thanks!
Lol, I'd love to know how can that be done. :D Is there a 1x1 ladder list for no flag?
Thanks for the support!
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Singapore66117 Posts
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On September 12 2009 00:07 quirinus wrote:Show nested quote +On September 11 2009 23:51 FragKrag wrote: i think this blog would get more enthusiastic replies if you changed it to be USA This is classified as a One-hit wonder if I remember correctly?  Yeah, you can pretty much use this method to get any flag. Show nested quote +On September 11 2009 23:56 Licmyobelisk wrote:I have an account that doesn't have a flag on it and only bears a black background and an x-mark! It's possible due to my dynamic ip address! But I gotta say I really liked it  Anyway, this is a very good guide man! thanks! Lol, I'd love to know how can that be done. :D Is there a 1x1 ladder list for no flag? Thanks for the support!
hehehe... try looking for a proxy in one of these countries 
WC3 Ladder lolz
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Hong Kong20321 Posts
rofl fake koreans hahahah nice guide
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I'm pretty sure your flag changes back to your original country after playing on that account with the Korean flag. I made an account when I was at Korea and after I returned to USA, my account flag changed back to the American flag after playing a few times on it.
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I had a kor account from a friend and it changed to canada at some point when I used it
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Soon we ll have to ask Koreans to write Hungso or we ll never know if they are Koreans .... -,o
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On September 12 2009 00:21 StartAgain wrote: I'm pretty sure your flag changes back to your original country after playing on that account with the Korean flag. I made an account when I was at Korea and after I returned to USA, my account flag changed back to the American flag after playing a few times on it.
Yeah, I was informed about that.  I'll try to find the exact reason and time, and maybe a way around it. Added it as a note. Thanks for reminding me.
On September 12 2009 00:36 UFO wrote: Soon we ll have to ask Koreans to write Hungso or we ll never know if they are Koreans .... -,o
They can always install the Korean keyboard pack and write Hangul. 
On September 12 2009 00:12 Licmyobelisk wrote:Show nested quote +On September 12 2009 00:07 quirinus wrote:On September 11 2009 23:51 FragKrag wrote: i think this blog would get more enthusiastic replies if you changed it to be USA This is classified as a One-hit wonder if I remember correctly?  Yeah, you can pretty much use this method to get any flag. On September 11 2009 23:56 Licmyobelisk wrote:I have an account that doesn't have a flag on it and only bears a black background and an x-mark! It's possible due to my dynamic ip address! But I gotta say I really liked it  Anyway, this is a very good guide man! thanks! Lol, I'd love to know how can that be done. :D Is there a 1x1 ladder list for no flag? Thanks for the support! hehehe... try looking for a proxy in one of these countries WC3 Ladder lolz
LOL thanks! :D
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Lets bring down the korean standard on iccup! 
also, instead of making a new mail, which can be sort of a hassle, you can always use http://www.guerrillamail.com/ which gives you a temporary email. easy and free
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Why oh why would someone use a korean flag... i dont even understand your logic under "omg people will know my country, that leaves people know im one of the 10000 people playin on my country!"
Seriously ...
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Opponent: from? You: Korea Opponent: I see (checks iccup for your handle, founds out korean) Opponent: GOSU!
opponent has left the game
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Ergo proxy is my favorite anime ever. Anything that has post-structural philosophers' names as part of it is awesome.
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i have never wanted a korean flag lol wtf.. maybe some raging fanboys want it I dunno..
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Just make sure if you get a mate to make you an account that there are no stats on the account (unless it's only like... 5 games or something...).
When asking on forums they may check IP before your flag is changed, and I don't like people asking admins to do it because it takes time away from other admin duties or even legitimate flagchanges - et tu, VeX? n_n - just ask a friend to make one if you have to.
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Crisis man: that's cos we live in Korean timezone anyway There's no aura of invincibility from the Koreans to us cos we walk among them!
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what if i wanted an iceland flag?
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Katowice25012 Posts
haha this rules, thanks for the guide
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Proxy. Old trick.
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Proxy. Old trick.
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Protip: For easy emails, use mytrashmail.com (some other spam mail services are disabled by iccup)
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Why would you want korean flag? lol
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Bosnia-Herzegovina57 Posts
Yay I can finally say im gosu!
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can you write a guide on how to file share too? I'm having troubles figuring this internet stuff out.
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On September 11 2009 23:38 jhNz wrote: why would i want a korean flag?
btw there are plenty of services that provide you a temporary 24h email address with two clicks.
What would those be? I do not want to make another e-mail address, already make 4-5 and barely use more than 1.
Nevermind, i just saw pokebunnies post.
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hey guys i know the demand for american flags is huge and all so i can hook you up
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Don't really see the point of having a Korean flag when you are not but good guide nonetheless.
I didn't even know they even had Korean proxies
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Fake Korean with proxy.
Sounds like a new BO to me lol
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United States2822 Posts
Remember to say "18" whenever something bad happens to you, like a doom drop or getting your nat broken.
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you dont even have to learn the korean keys. just press the letters in english and they might just think that you have it left on the "english" setting
dks sud = hello
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On September 12 2009 06:45 PokePill wrote: can you write a guide on how to file share too? I'm having troubles figuring this internet stuff out.
Sarcasm?
On September 12 2009 01:06 never_toss wrote: Why oh why would someone use a korean flag... i dont even understand your logic under "omg people will know my country, that leaves people know im one of the 10000 people playin on my country!"
Seriously ...
There are countries that are small. Second, some top gamer might want to avoid other people knowing he's training hard. Or that he's online or something similar. Some people can be recognized even if they smurf. Third, there are probably other reasons that we are not aware of. Fourth, what's wrong with having some fun with that acc?
On September 12 2009 02:26 Nevuk wrote: Ergo proxy is my favorite anime ever. Anything that has post-structural philosophers' names as part of it is awesome.
Yeah, I liked it very much too.  Do you know any similar dystopian anime?
To all others that are asking: Yes, you can use this to get any flag.
And thanks for pointing out the temporary emails.
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umm wasn't there a thread on iccup to get your flag changed? I know because I tried to get my flag changed to some African country but it got changed to Argentina instead.
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