Haha Milkis ya need to chill out more, you're like Sheth when it comes to appearance and manor; It shines through that you're a really nice and great guy, so don't worry so much! People do like/love you and those who don't are in the very few minority.

Oh and I might've missed it but is there a topic regarding Korean reactions to Anaheim? Would love to know their impressions!

Badboyrune

Sweden2247 Posts

August 05 2011 14:26 GMT

#132

Brilliant write up. Been waiting for this since the event was over, and sure didn't disappoint!

And even though it's been said before and it probably wont have any effect: You really shouldn't be so hard on yourself, you do an awesome job for the community!

asendent88

United Kingdom63 Posts

August 05 2011 14:43 GMT

#133

Very good article ... Good the passion on maximum dude ... I didn't like your responces on one more game but you do a lot for TL and translating at MLG that it wayyyyyy over compensates for one slip up. Much esports love :D

Crais

Canada2136 Posts

August 05 2011 14:44 GMT

#134

Milkis another amazing job as always.

hordeau

United States157 Posts

August 05 2011 14:52 GMT

#135

Wow Milkis. If your passion manifested its self into a ball of light, it would be brighter than the sun.

ReturnStroke

United States801 Posts

August 05 2011 14:54 GMT

#136

Awesome. I wish I could have been there to give you a hug! Keep being great.

Senx

Sweden5901 Posts

August 05 2011 14:54 GMT

#137

Wow that slayers shirt.. soo amazing. Me WANT!

Stanlot

United States5742 Posts

August 05 2011 15:01 GMT

#138

Great write up :D

And oh my god, that SlayerS shirt. I WANT.

sang

United States251 Posts

August 05 2011 15:04 GMT

#139

Hey Milkis this is Ted from ESFI, first of all I know I already said this to you at the after-party, but you did a amazing job. I hope this write-up gives people an idea of how freaking busy you are during these events. Hopefully Danny and I did not to bother you too much as we really tried to let you do your thing. That being said, I have two pointers for fans and media/press who want to meet or interview the Koreans.

First, bring your own translator - I cannot stress how important this is, because Milkis and everyone else is constantly running around helping the Koreans at the venue. If you think for one second they have 10-15 minutes to put aside you are dead wrong.

Second, be respectful. I'm sure the Korean players want to interact with the fans as much as possible, but you have to understand the condition they are in while at the event. More often then not, they will be extremely tired and thus will either be practicing or resting. For example, after MVP was kind enough to spend a few minutes allowing us (ESFI) to interview him on day 2, he asked if he could sleep in one of the rooms in the press room. So basically he slept in one of the side rooms from around 2pm till his first match of the day around 5pm. (h/t the rest of the guys in the press room, especially the StarNation documentary folks, for allowing MVP to sleep in there.) There were a couple other things like Danny getting tea for DRG and MVP before their match and BoxeR some beef jerky as well, but you get my point. These guys are human, they get tired and hungry like the rest of us. Finally, try not to bother the players too much when they are practicing or sleeping (yes they were sleeping) in the players area, eating, or look like they are walking brisk-fully somewhere (like to match).

Overall, as Milkis outlined, the event is total whirlwind and he is extremely busy. On the last day, DRG was almost late to his consolation match against Rain, but thankfully Danny and I got to him and made sure he was at the right playing station in time. Major props to Milkis for doing a fantastic job throughout all the chaos. My only hope is MLG brings on more staff to lighten the load a bit.

allowicious

United States972 Posts

August 05 2011 15:10 GMT

#140

I actually enjoyed reading about what they ate/drank while here in America. Especially when they first arrived and were recommended some nice restauraunts/steakhouses, but they decide to eat at Panda Express instead ^^.

Also, all the little player interaction is great. qxc telling Ganzi about his opponents, MVP joking around with DRG, Boxer talking with MMA before their matches. Boxer seems like such a humble guy, and is the perfect centerpiece for esports. Thorzain must be happy to hear that Boxer studies his replays

. Glad to hear he is also trying so hard to bring Yellow back into SC2, and also how he wouldn't allow MMA to throw his match for him just so he could get code S. Awesome writeup milkis!