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Hey everyone!
Just got back from MLG Providence and as my voice is still recovering I figured I'd make this blog to get some feedback!
Primarily what did you think of my casting in general?
I've been trying to work on my casting to have a style that can fit in with any one I co cast with (even if I've never even met them before) and still have it be entertaining.
While I personally think the best combination is myself with someone like Artosis or Day9, I have tried to improve the entertainment value of my co-casting with everyone else as well (casting with Rob from Blizzard is a perfect example, only having met him once before in person).
So, I ask you a simple question, 'Did you enjoy my casting at MLG Providence'.
Poll: Did you enjoy my casting at MLG ProvidenceYes (411) 89% No (49) 11% 460 total votes Your vote: Did you enjoy my casting at MLG Providence (Vote): Yes
(Vote): No
If YES: what things did you like? What was your favorite parts of my casting? Who do you like seeing me cast with most? What strengths do I have in my casting?
If NO: What didn't you like? What can I improve on? Is it issues as a whole or personal preference? Are the issues you have good or bad for ESPORTS?
Thanks!
Edit: Bonus.
 
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Keep up the good work husky!
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From the matches I was able to catch you did great. I also was really impressed with how friendly you were towards the mass of fans asking for autographs/photos.
The only critique I have is sometimes you speak really fast, but its clearly due to your excitement being raised and is honestly forgivable.
Good job Husky, you deserve all the praise people give you.
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Husky, you are awesome. But sometimes I feel you don't give yourself enough credit.
You succeeded for a reason. Please keep up the good work.
Thanks.
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You keep getting better. It's amazing to compare you today to how you were in the HDH Invitational. It's quite obvious you take improvement seriously and it is paying off. I hope those anti-fans from last year are willing to give you another chance.
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Your casting has improved a lot!
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Keep your voice next time :~D!
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You are doing very well now. You have obviously taking a lot of time and work to improve your casting and it shows. Just keep up the good work and you will keep getting better!
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Every event your casting improves exponentially, and I actually had no complaints whatsoever of your casting for this MLG.
Nice humor segments, pretty much on the ball in terms of commentating.
Tastosis, you, and Rob were the top for me. :D
Absolutely despise Mr. Bitter's unfathomable bias, and djwheat just misses too much/is weak.
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You were great and maybe pairing you with, for the lack of a better term, more boring casters is good for the whole stream itself. I enjoy you more when you are with someone who just has great chemistry with you or is also great themselves. So naturally I lean towards Day9, Tasteless and Artosis.
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I definitely enjoyed your casting. Your casting during the Leenock Huk game on Xel Naga was quite impressive. Just remember to not bash your sponsors 
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didnt like your casting to start but you keep improving every MLG keep it up now I like it
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Your casting really cracked me up, lots of good points but also hillarious gigling like a girl with funny jokes, i really enjoyed it. But i like how you are much more serious and analysing when cocasting at big events
Great job! I know husky-haters who liked your casting with artosis, they said you stepped it up nicley
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I'm not going to lie, I've never been the biggest fan of your casting. I thought it was very superficial, and not the analytic style that I appreciate. You've grown as a caster so freaking much though, especially in the last MLG's. Your casting has improved over the last few MLG's, but I feel that Providence you were just on fire.
You have charisma now. You can tell that you are so much more confident now. Not saying that you weren't in previous tournaments, but now, you have no fear, and the things you say are funny and witty and just plain work. Keep improving. I could appreciate your comments this MLG, even though they weren't profound and extremely involved. They made sense.
Keep it up!
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Your casting was excellent Husky it adds some much needed entertainment and humor so keep up the great work.
My only slight criticism would be that sometimes you get too carried away with a joke or something and miss something important in the game and don't comment on it. It doesn't really bother me but I feel constructive criticism is always helpful, so maybe that's something you can work on.
Keep up the great work and the casting on YouTube!
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Was not a fan of you pre TSL, since then you've impressed me time over time. Keep up the great casting. You and artosis was especially awesome!
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And on that day not a single NO was given!
Oh i just wana bro hug you Husky you are the guy who got me into SC2!
oh and ps. I love your enthusiasm during the cast the most. You make boring stuff really interesting
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Russian Federation18 Posts
Certainly did, really like your work man, keep it up!
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I actually think you did fantastic at providence. <3
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The "nos commercial" was gold :D.
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For the finals I was watching you and DjWheat. You two cast really well together! Your excitment comes through more clearly for me. I guess just take care of your voice. glhf in the future!
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Overwhelming results in the poll I guess!
I've to recognize, at first I was one of your haters because you were more focused on being funny and cheesy than analyzing the gameplay, even tho you practically introduced me to the game (thing that I'm really thankful for ), but since you've been casting in MLG events, I've to say that I really like you when you're on duo, especially with Sean, but I guess you have synergy with everyone you cast with. There were some funny momments with MrBitter and so on.
I can't say anything bad about your casting, maybe that sometimes you say obvious stuff, but every caster is starting to do that because of people being introduced in the game, so that's not a real problem.
Anyway, for me you'll always represent a really kind, hard-working and inspiring image of eSports! Keep up the good job!!
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Husky what I love about your casting is the energy and passion that you show. It captivates the viewer and further enhances the experience. Even when your voice was going, you soldiered on and It didn't bother me one bit. Keep it up!
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You keep getting better and better with every event. Also I think you did really well with all the other casters. You manage to click with each individual.
Much love and respect
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I've really grown to like your casting as it has gotten way better over time. Your a very high energy caster who doesn't analyze the games that much. I feel like your best casting partners are exactly as you said, Day9 and Artosis. They are very intellectual casters with a deep understanding of the game and I feel that fits really well with your style. You have gotten very good at producing in the high energy moments while laying low and letting your co-caster fill in the slower moments of the game with very insightful breakdown of the current match. You are also very good at filling in dead air time with funny jokes and entertaining comments.
I say stay energetic and funny as always (that is your biggest strength), and leave the extremely in depth commentary to guys like Artosis and Day9 (your biggest weakness). Not trying to say you are bad and stupid when it comes to this game, it is just incredibly difficult to get on the same analytical level as people like day9 and it makes you look silly if you try.
I love when even if a battle looks totally one sided you cast with amazing energy and charisma right to the last unit. I really dislike when casters call gg before the players do and you are amazing at casting right to the last second.
Keep up the good work.
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I admit I used to be a sceptic regarding Husky. I did liked his channel, as it was what really got me into competitive SC2 due to its beginner friendliness, but this same quality led me to think that he wouldn't be suited to commentary of truly high end gaming.
I was wrong. Husky does a phenomenal job at MLGs, his motor-mouth commentary makes games far more exciting and, as has been said by many, his knowledge and analysis has improved so much over the past year or so. Moreover, he plays the role of 'presenter' very well, prompting analysis from his co-caster to provide a great ebb-and-flow between him and whoever he's partnered with.
Keep up the great work Husky! Can't wait for your next event!
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Ill be honest I actually used to dislike your casting but as time has gone on I've really grown to love it and this weekend was pretty damn awesome, keep up the hard work and everything you do and thanks.
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Husky you were a true boss this event. You are a completely different caster than you were a year ago; so much more insight! That was the only thing you were lacking, but now it's pretty much perfect! I like your humor a lot, and you are a baller for being able to come up with good jokes on the spot.
The best thing about you though is that you work well with any caster! There is no real "problem" or really awkward moments that occur when you cast with people you haven't casted before. Well, not as awkward as it could be, judging from other caster combos! :D
I enjoy your casting a lot these days, keep up the good work! The only thing you could improve is the same as any caster, insight, but there is really no end to that subject so just the more the better.
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I love your casting, keep the good work up. I feel you were more enthusiastic than in Orlando which was very nice to hear!
We need casters who makes the audience feel (not only think) that something fantastic happens in the game.
Korean enthusiasm for the win!
Good job.
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Love your stuff, looking forward to future MLG's featuring you!
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Seeker
Where dat snitch at?37025 Posts
5/5. It's Husky, how can you give him anything less?
You're so awesome dude XD
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Although I only saw some of the games you casted (due to time zone differences and the IPL4 qualifiers being at the same time) I can quite easily say that you were easily my favourite caster of the event, you make a great team with Mr Bitter and Day[9] (even though he wasn't there). All I can really say is that you are a baller and a great part of this awesome community.
♥
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Hi Husky~
I've been a big fan of yours since your "No sleep commentary" (Pylo the Pylon FTW XD). I can tell you that you really are a funny guy and I really enjoy watching you casting with Day9 the most!
As for Artosis or Tasteless, it's no offence to you but it's better not to divide the archon back into 2 dark templars (or 2 high templars) once they have been merged XD I just enjoy too much them casting together
But back to you, as I said I think that the best person you go with is Day9, you guys are both funny and have a deep knowledge of the game. I've noticed that you tend to comment more on the Protoss (when there's one) maybe because you're Protoss, which is very good for Toss players (I'm TERRAN YO, just kidding) XD But I couldn't watch all of your casts this week end so I can't really juge your recent global performance.
The thing I liked with that MLG is that they tried to give everyone a chance to cast with everyone, but honestly, you and day9 at previous MLG was a BLAST!!!!! Your voice and day9 are really nice to hear and go together very well!!!! I could listen to you both all day long without even looking at the matches xD!
Also, I am French, and I really have no problems whatsover with your accent, you speak very clearly even when you're going fast! Well I do have a bachelor's degree in English but I must confess that sometimes when English people talk I can't really follow because obviously I'm not seing any English people on a daily basis  ..
Hmm I dunno what to say for you to improve cause I'm very biased and used to listen to you for a very long time now, you make such funny jokes and I just enjoy watching you too much x) Is that even legal? (xD)
Well now I wish you good luck for the future and hope to see you next MLG with day9 ♥ Hope my comments will be a little useful xD!
Take a good rest and take care!
Husky hwaiting!
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Great great job. I can't think of anything you could have done better.
Bring Sean next time?
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i took two days leave from work (asked for it about a month earlier )so i can see u casting this mlg.of course i was hoping for day 9 to cast with u (u both make such an awesome duo).but u was awesome as usual and just made me staying till 7 am worth it .wt i like about ur casting is the genuine excitement and the focus on details (due to high wpm that u have ).wt i don't like is some times u repeat certain sentences in a short time (like time and time again ...overall u r the reason i bought sc2 and me following esports(which really changed my life )thanks soo much husky and soo much luv and respect ♥.
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Husky, when it came to the finals and both you, Mr.Bitter and Tasteosis were casting, origanally I chose to listen to Tasteosis. However, halfway through I decided to switch to you and Bitter. I love tasteosis, but when Leenock came marching down for a winning blow on Naniwa, they simply stated the obvious and calmly called Leenock the winner. You on the other hand, were screaming your head off with your voice already gone, emphasizing of the situation. This made the games much more exciting. All I can say is to keep up the enthusiasm and keep putting that energy into the games. It is appreciated.
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Overall nothing offensive came to mind, so I would say pretty well.
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You have turned into one of my absolute fav casters. Keep it up man!
I started off watching the finals with Tastosis, but switched to your stream halfway though.
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Husky, A+ for you, but im a fan so its biased a little... i would say though, if you want something to work on, sometimes you do speak too fast not spelling it clearly enough.
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I miss you playing and casting Rock and Roll Racing but I guess your SC2 stuff is good as well.
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absolutely good stuff is all i can say, i think the only thing i could suggest to improve is to be able to deliver different styles but what you did their was solid entertaining casting.
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I have to say, you really improved A LOT over the year. I can feel the passion you bring into your casts, keep it up!
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I was pondering whether to dig up one of your old feedback threads - but - no need!
You were great. Damn, watching your improvement gives me faith in the potential for growth in everyone.
Inspiring! An overhaul.
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you were awesome
with the nos commercial and the casting overall has improved so much^^
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Keep up the good work !
Too bad Day9 wasnt there but your duo cast with MrBitter was excellent too ( kudos to him too )
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Bitter really threw you under the bus on that sponsor plug
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Every tournament I see you at you do better. The only thing I honestly felt was missing was the great synergy you have with Day9. K9 is second only to Tastosis in terms of awesome casting duos. You guys are awesome. There are no specific things you need to improve, just keep working on game knowledge and keeping track of whats happening on screen. Great work.
I really want "K9" to catch on, btw
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Enjoyed it a lot, I bursted laughing at those "commercials". :D
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On November 23 2011 08:44 prabhbhambra13 wrote:
Bitter really threw you under the bus on that sponsor plug
lol ya that was not very smooth but Husky handled in nicely.
Anyways, Husky u did an amazing job and I actually think u outshined tastosis which is a pretty big compliment :D
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Used to dislike your style.
Now I'm hoping you turn up to tournaments.
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The good: very energetic, entertaining, you make for a great play-by-play commentator. While I agree with you when you say that you're better comboed with an analyst, the quality of the cast with either MrBitter or Rob was still high: you didn't trample over each other and had nice synergy.
The not so good: first of all, there's always room for improvement. The only field I'd really have to say something about, however, is the sheer speed at which you talk and occasionally inconsistent volume of your voice (I don't know if MLG uses compressors, but if it does you probably wrecked them all :p ). Nothing really major, and perhaps one would argue that's the Husky-style. And I'd agree to that.
Also, uuh, brush up on the spontaneous-sponsor-plugging skills :p
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I'll be honest I haven't always been a big fan but I definitely enjoyed your casting this past weekend. I lawled out loud several times, particularly at the reactored homework line. Solid nerd gold.
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You've improved a lot.
Your grammar is still very mediocre, but much, much better than you were even six months ago.
Keep at it!
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I PMed you after I saw you cast the finals, but I guess I'll reiterate in the thread too. I used to really hate your casting - I found your style to be generally annoying. After Providence though, I can say that I find you one of the more entertaining casters - really enjoyed you and DJ Wheat together most! I think your biggest strength ishyping what is happening at the moment up a lot.
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Husky! I thought your casting at MLG Providence was better than ever. In my opinion you have one of the best voices for casting out there. (Even if it did start to give way at the end there after all that enthusiasm :D)
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my friend swears by you as a caster and he doesnt even play sc2.
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You managed to keep it original and very classy. I see you have become very analytical (nice thing to learn from day[9]) but without losing the entertaining touch that caracterize you. Keep believing in yourself. BTW thank you very much for consulting us, this kind of interaction means a lot for your fans. GL HF
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United States12235 Posts
You are doing quite well now. I would even go so far as to claim that you've officially transformed into an Objectively Good Caster. This is an honor not thrown around lightly! Really impressive job at Providence, keep it up!
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Liked it, would watch again
You seem to work really well with anyone which makes caster rotations so much more enjoyable.
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I thought the casting was fine, just personally prefer Artosis/Tasteless better ^^
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It was great, but prefer the chemistry between you and day9 as tastosis and don't like much random pairs as we've seen from the latest streams as it makes it somehow unpersonal.
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Husky you have grown so much in this year. Keep it up, you are awesome.
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I hope you like the new TL shirts , much <3 <3 <3
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This was your best outting yet Husky, really enjoyed your casting, and you have really good synergy with other casters as well. <3
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For a long time I wasn't too fond of your commentating just based off of a couple of YouTube videos of yours. For the most part I haven't had much experience, but you did great. Good job!
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Sweden5554 Posts
I loved the sony ericsson xperia play plugging even more than the nos ones, sooo awkward and obvious it was so endearing.
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On November 23 2011 08:05 Dalguno wrote:
I'm not going to lie, I've never been the biggest fan of your casting. I thought it was very superficial, and not the analytic style that I appreciate. You've grown as a caster so freaking much though, especially in the last MLG's. Your casting has improved over the last few MLG's, but I feel that Providence you were just on fire.
You have charisma now. You can tell that you are so much more confident now. Not saying that you weren't in previous tournaments, but now, you have no fear, and the things you say are funny and witty and just plain work. Keep improving. I could appreciate your comments this MLG, even though they weren't profound and extremely involved. They made sense.
Keep it up!
Exactly what I was going to say. Keep it up Husky, it's really paying off.
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honestly man, you are becoming such a great caster. Keep it up!
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You did a great job, and you've been improving a ton. Your hard work is certainly shining through. I think you speak well to the casual gamer and bring entertainment and a good understanding of the game to the hardcore viewer. Keep up the good work!
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You've become much better at casting, but you still need to work on your game knowledge.
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I thought the casting was great Husky! The fact that your voice was only proving that you give everything you have to cast the games.
Maybe you should drink more NOS next time so you don't dry up. 
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Really loved it! Didn't get to catch as much as i'd like (not just of your casting but of Providence entirely) but as far as I can see it's improving every MLG you go to.
It feels like you're more close to the community, and more aware of the scene, and I really loved it. Keep it up!
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I've watched dozens of your casts and your biggest strength seems to be your enthusiasm and taking the viewer through an emotional journey, pumping up his emotions as he watches. You're more of an emotional, exciting caster, rather than intellectual and analytic. I love it!
Also, your sense of humor seems to work extremely well when you're casting with day9. You two make for an excellent duo!
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I thought Husky's casting was great, I particularly liked the husky Artosis combination. Husky is always so excitable and it makes for great hype. Also, he has improved every single time I hear him cast. So gratz Husky, keep up the good work!
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I love you man <3
Keep with the good work
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You're awesome, Husky.
Was a blast working with you.
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Like others have said, it is obvious that you are putting a lot of hard work into improving your casting and that effort is showing.
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Loved your casting with Mr.Bitter.
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United Kingdom14464 Posts
Your casting rocked man, keep it up.
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you should have worn a boss purple tie.
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I voted "no", although i wish there was something in between. I think you improved a lot over the year and you did a fine job at this event.
It might be just personal preference and not a "this is wrong" kind of thing but this is what i do not like about your casting:
-very, very poor game knowledge. I'm going to give JP as a very good example of how someone can get from zero to hero. He worked extra hard to actually learn the game, by playing (JP and friends for example). I'm gona be a dick and say that now, after more then one year, i aspect a full time caster to be high diamond random level player minimum. The key part being the "random" (on NA).
-i'm ok with "enthusiastic" casting but, to much screaming for me. This was especially evident when you partnered with DjWheet. At every storm, baneling explosion, etc there was a TON of screaming. This is actually made worse by the lack of knowledge (acting like it's a crucial event when in fact it is not even close) Some screaming makes it entertaining, a lot of screaming makes me turn the sound off.
You are going to be a great, great caster in the near future i'm sure, just keep killing nerds on bnet :p
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you were great! i loved it, especially finals with djwheat.
hope to see more of you in the large events!
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I thought that you were really good, and I really like you and Mr. Bitter together. I will admit that i'm not a fan of solo casting in general so I don't really watch your youtube videos very much, but you always impress me at MLG's. Keep it up
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I rewinded/rewound/replayed/whatever the stream several times just for the NOS + Sony plug, thank you.
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I have four years of experience as a vocalist (I'm 17). You need to be more gangsta in your shit.
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On November 25 2011 02:46 Sapphire.lux wrote:
-very, very poor game knowledge. I'm going to give JP as a very good example of how someone can get from zero to hero. He worked extra hard to actually learn the game, by playing (JP and friends for example). I'm gona be a dick and say that now, after more then one year, i aspect a full time caster to be high diamond random level player minimum. The key part being the "random" (on NA).
I disagree wholeheatedly with this. I can't think of any instance where this was apparent. But if you strongly believe this, provide examples of what you're talking about here, so that Husky knows what you mean. This is a feedback thread after all.
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On November 25 2011 22:13 Zorkmid wrote:Show nested quote +On November 25 2011 02:46 Sapphire.lux wrote:
-very, very poor game knowledge. I'm going to give JP as a very good example of how someone can get from zero to hero. He worked extra hard to actually learn the game, by playing (JP and friends for example). I'm gona be a dick and say that now, after more then one year, i aspect a full time caster to be high diamond random level player minimum. The key part being the "random" (on NA).
I disagree wholeheatedly with this. I can't think of any instance where this was apparent. But if you strongly believe this, provide examples of what you're talking about here, so that Husky knows what you mean. This is a feedback thread after all.
Agree to disagree then. I'm not going to go through every game or keep tabs on every mistake that was due to lack of understanding/ knowledge. Sure if Husky would want me to expand on it i would. No reason to expand at this time though, it already sounds more negative then i would want it to.
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On November 25 2011 23:29 Sapphire.lux wrote:Show nested quote +On November 25 2011 22:13 Zorkmid wrote:On November 25 2011 02:46 Sapphire.lux wrote:
-very, very poor game knowledge. I'm going to give JP as a very good example of how someone can get from zero to hero. He worked extra hard to actually learn the game, by playing (JP and friends for example). I'm gona be a dick and say that now, after more then one year, i aspect a full time caster to be high diamond random level player minimum. The key part being the "random" (on NA).
I disagree wholeheatedly with this. I can't think of any instance where this was apparent. But if you strongly believe this, provide examples of what you're talking about here, so that Husky knows what you mean. This is a feedback thread after all. Agree to disagree then. I'm not going to go through every game or keep tabs on every mistake that was due to lack of understanding/ knowledge. Sure if Husky would want me to expand on it i would. No reason to expand at this time though, it already sounds more negative then i would want it to.
Well allow me to counter then. Husky doesn't often guess what is coming next, as many other casters do (based on what you'd call game knowledge), and are incorrect as often as they are right. Husky paints broad strokes with his knowledge, talks about the metagame on the various servers (something I really like when casters do, because I only get to see the trends on NA.). I like that he doesn't beat us over the head with technical stuff.
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On November 25 2011 23:53 Zorkmid wrote:Show nested quote +On November 25 2011 23:29 Sapphire.lux wrote:On November 25 2011 22:13 Zorkmid wrote:On November 25 2011 02:46 Sapphire.lux wrote:
-very, very poor game knowledge. I'm going to give JP as a very good example of how someone can get from zero to hero. He worked extra hard to actually learn the game, by playing (JP and friends for example). I'm gona be a dick and say that now, after more then one year, i aspect a full time caster to be high diamond random level player minimum. The key part being the "random" (on NA).
I disagree wholeheatedly with this. I can't think of any instance where this was apparent. But if you strongly believe this, provide examples of what you're talking about here, so that Husky knows what you mean. This is a feedback thread after all. Agree to disagree then. I'm not going to go through every game or keep tabs on every mistake that was due to lack of understanding/ knowledge. Sure if Husky would want me to expand on it i would. No reason to expand at this time though, it already sounds more negative then i would want it to. Well allow me to counter then. Husky doesn't often guess what is coming next, as many other casters do (based on what you'd call game knowledge), and are incorrect as often as they are right. Husky paints broad strokes with his knowledge, talks about the metagame on the various servers (something I really like when casters do, because I only get to see the trends on NA.). I like that he doesn't beat us over the head with technical stuff.
"It might be just personal preference and not a "this is wrong" kind of thing" This is what i said in my first post. Agree to disagree?
EDIT: lets not use this feedback thread for arguing with each other, i will send you a PM if you want clarification
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On November 26 2011 00:01 Sapphire.lux wrote:Show nested quote +On November 25 2011 23:53 Zorkmid wrote:On November 25 2011 23:29 Sapphire.lux wrote:On November 25 2011 22:13 Zorkmid wrote:On November 25 2011 02:46 Sapphire.lux wrote:
-very, very poor game knowledge. I'm going to give JP as a very good example of how someone can get from zero to hero. He worked extra hard to actually learn the game, by playing (JP and friends for example). I'm gona be a dick and say that now, after more then one year, i aspect a full time caster to be high diamond random level player minimum. The key part being the "random" (on NA).
I disagree wholeheatedly with this. I can't think of any instance where this was apparent. But if you strongly believe this, provide examples of what you're talking about here, so that Husky knows what you mean. This is a feedback thread after all. Agree to disagree then. I'm not going to go through every game or keep tabs on every mistake that was due to lack of understanding/ knowledge. Sure if Husky would want me to expand on it i would. No reason to expand at this time though, it already sounds more negative then i would want it to. Well allow me to counter then. Husky doesn't often guess what is coming next, as many other casters do (based on what you'd call game knowledge), and are incorrect as often as they are right. Husky paints broad strokes with his knowledge, talks about the metagame on the various servers (something I really like when casters do, because I only get to see the trends on NA.). I like that he doesn't beat us over the head with technical stuff. "It might be just personal preference and not a "this is wrong" kind of thing" This is what i said in my first post. Agree to disagree?
I spose, but if you just wanted to say that you didn't like Husky's casting without qualifying your dislike, then you should have posted in the MLG feedback thread and not here.
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I like Husky's casting style. I think that casters are really hung up on analysis, and while that's all good and well, I don't think it's necessary for tournament games. Casters like Day[9], Artosis and MrBitter are all great analysis casters but good hype casters are tough to come by. This is especially true when you consider that most of the SC2 audience has a relatively short attention span, so the type of casting style you see in hockey, soccer or football isn't as strong in SC2. I think that Husky fills an excellent niche in the casting styles of the casters and is best paired with a caster with strong game knowledge.
I think the greatest strength of Husky's casting style is his humility. He's capable of laughing at himself and isn't afraid of self-deprecating humour. This allows him to laugh with his co-caster and the two casters almost feed off each other if Husky is paired with a good caster. I find this to be in contrast with most of the IPL casters (except CatsPajamas) who I think have an awkward casting style where they make fun of each other and have tense moments. The energy of an IPL cast seems very tense compared to any Husky cast, which is a lot of the reason why I like Husky's casts so much.
I would also like to comment on Husky's game knowledge. A lot of people say that Husky has low game knowledge and as such, he makes a lot of mistakes in his analysis. I think this used to be the case on his YouTube channel, but it is definitely not the case in live casts where he tends to hype up the moment and make short-term predictions so that the other caster can comment on long-term play. This dynamic is very obvious and strengthens the energy between the two casters. This is in contrast to the NASL casters who try to make high-level analysis commentary, but who clearly fall flat thanks to racial balance or low understanding. The job of the caster is one of the toughest and most demanding, and they might not have time to crunch through replays and play games like the viewers do. I don't fault casters for having a lower understanding than the players, but it is very frustrating when they make obviously poor predictions. Husky avoids this ugly casting style very elegantly and I don't think these types of analyses are necessary in every cast because the viewer can often figure it out by looking at the production tab if they play enough.
Overall Husky, you are a 5/5 caster and I hope to see you at more events in the future.
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Whoever made recorded that video of you is pretty awesome! 
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I thought you did really nice Husky. Your energy and enthusiasm is fantastic for esports, I always find myself getting excited when watching games you cast.
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I thought you did great, man. I wish you were at DreamHack.
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you are really great caster. I didn't like you at first in beta, but now you really improved and you are awesome. Just make sure you keep improving your game knowledge!
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