Looks like SSL 11 is (hopefully) around the corner, new announcement about the preliminary qualifying tournament:
- SBENU is the sponsor. - OGN is once again the organizer, along with SonicTV. - The qualifying tournament will consist of 128 players. - Anyone can participate (pros, ex-pros, semi-pros). - It will be an online tournament. - Signing up for a spot requires verification of identify. They specifically say that you will be disqualified if you use someone else's identity to sign up for multiple slots. I think this is to prevent people from rigging their own wins by playing against their own fake identity. - Sign-ups from Mar 10-13 - Players must turn their web cams on so that referees/organizers can access them. Presumably this is to minimize shenanigans. - All matches are BO3s. - Map pool: Circuit Breaker, La Mancha, All Or Nothing (SBENU) - RO128 begins Mar 14 at 3PM - RO32, Finals, and Ranking Games begin on Mar 15 at 1PM - 1st~8th (!!) advance to the main tournament.
1. 타인 개인정보 도용 및 부모님 명의도용 문제가 발생함에 따라 앞으로 반드시 본인의 명의로만 대회참가 신청을 할 수 있게 되었음을 알려드립니다. 2. 따라서 실명인증 문제가 발생할 경우 대회참가가 불가능합니다.
① 홈페이지 대회 참가 페이지에서 대회참가 신청 글을 클릭합니다 ② 입력 요구사항을 모두 입력하며 종족에 Zerg 저그, Protoss 프로토스, Terran 테란, Random 랜덤 네 가지 중 반드시 하나만 선택하여 기입합니다. ③ 참가 신청을 완료하면 운영자가 확인댓글을 달아드립니다. (신상정보가 확인이되지 않을 경우 신청하더라도 참가할 수 없습니다)
☞ 2015년 3월 13일(금) 까지 접수하셔야 하며 기한을 넘길 시 참가신청이 취소됩니다.
▶ 7. 주의사항 ① 참가신청만 하면 접수가 완료되지 않습니다. 신청을 먼저 했더라도 실명확인이 되지않아 접수완료 댓글이 달리지 않을 경우 참가할 수 없습니다. ② 2015년 3월 13일(금)까지 접수&실명확인을 완료하지 않은 분은 신청이 자동 취소됩니다. ③ 네이버 id 가입자명과 참가자명이 다를 경우 대행자로 전화연락을 통해 확인 하시기 바랍니다. ④ 참가확인은 신청글 댓글을 통해 참가확인을 입력하여 확인할 수 있습니다. ⑤ 참가신청 후 서버간 데이터 처리를 위해 약간의 시간이 있은 후에 확인이 가능하며, 확인이 되지 않을 시 대행자-장진현(Ever)P(Beatles)(하단 연락처 참조)를 통해 문의하시기 바랍니다. ⑥ 2015년 3월 13일(금) 예정인 조별 참가자 명단이 발표될 경우 개인적인 사유에 의한 불참이 될시에 대행자에게 연락을 주셨으면 좋겠습니다.
▶ 8. 참가자격 프로게이머,전프로게이머를 포함한 모든 유저(준프로게이머 포함)
▶ 9. 대회방식 ① 경기방식 : 조(기본 128강)별 토너먼트 1위~8위 선발. 3판 2선승제 ② 경 기 맵 : 1Set(써킷브레이커 1.0), 2Set(라만차 1.1), 3Set(건곤일척스베누 2.0) - 맵순서 동일 ※맵 버전에 맞게 경기하셔야합니다. 다른 버전으로 경기할시 경기 무효처리입니다. ③ 명단확인 : 조별 참가자 명단및 대진표 발표 - 2015년 3월 14(토) 09시 ④ 대 진 표 : 당일 홈페이지에 공지 ⑤ 대회시작 : 2015년 3월 14일(토) 15시 128강 시작 / 2015년 3월 15일(일) 13시 32강~결승전 및 순위결정전 시작
★ 32강부터 개인방송을 켠후 경기를 진행하겠습니다.(비밀번호를 걸고 진행자에게만 방송비밀번호 공유할것) ★ 아마추어 선발전 우승자는 오프라인 활동이 가능하셔야 합니다. 자신이 오프라인 활동이 불가능하다고 생각하시는분은 신청하지 말아주십시오.
▶ 10. 문 의 : [대행자-장진현(Ever)P(Beatles)] 010-5431-2484, skysoll123@naver.com (문의전화는 9:00시~18:00시 까지만 가능합니다. 휴일에는 상담업무를 하지 않습니다)
So does this mean SBENU is still the sole sponsor? I was really hoping the success of SSL10 would have netted Sonic some financial support, as well as the confirmation other businesses are taking a possible serious interest in the scene again. With the OGN brand attached, I was sure someone else would sign up. Or are these details specifically only for these qualifiers or something?
U know SBENU is all over the place, sponsoring LOL, Sudden Attack, running events and whatnot. Sonic clearly has enough cash to do it so suddenly stepping away from the central starleague theme and letting another company take the credit would seem kinda unwise.
On March 11 2015 17:02 Stratos wrote: U know SBENU is all over the place, sponsoring LOL, Sudden Attack, running events and whatnot. Sonic clearly has enough cash to do it so suddenly stepping away from the central starleague theme and letting another company take the credit would seem kinda unwise.
I just thought he was still looking for further investment like with SSL9.
On March 11 2015 16:33 shizzz wrote: So does this mean SBENU is still the sole sponsor? I was really hoping the success of SSL10 would have netted Sonic some financial support, as well as the confirmation other businesses are taking a possible serious interest in the scene again. With the OGN brand attached, I was sure someone else would sign up. Or are these details specifically only for these qualifiers or something?
As Stratos said, Sonic is not some online shoe shop anymore where he has to take loans out to sponsor his tournaments. In fact, I would bet that sponsoring the SSL himself is a sound business decision at this point which will actually pay off financially.
- Anyone can participate (pros, ex-pros, semi-pros).
Was this the case last time as well?
No. He said he was going to this for a previous SSL (8 or 9, I don't remember), but that never happened. I was really excited for that back then and I am now too. This is the most important part of keeping Brood War running; new players.
- Anyone can participate (pros, ex-pros, semi-pros).
Was this the case last time as well?
No. He said he was going to this for a previous SSL (8 or 9, I don't remember), but that never happened. I was really excited for that back then and I am now too. This is the most important part of keeping Brood War running; new players.
Hmm but it was the case for ssl 10. by.Spire won back then.
- Anyone can participate (pros, ex-pros, semi-pros).
Was this the case last time as well?
No. He said he was going to this for a previous SSL (8 or 9, I don't remember), but that never happened. I was really excited for that back then and I am now too. This is the most important part of keeping Brood War running; new players.
Hmm but it was the case for ssl 10. by.Spire won back then.
Indeed, SSL 10 had a qualifying tournament as well. Two big differences in SSL 11:
1) 8 spots instead of 1 2) Pros allowed instead of only amateurs
With the large number of BW pros now streaming part-time on Afreeca, not all of them will automatically be seeded into the main tournament. I am guessing that the increase in the number of qualifying spots and the participation of pro players in the qualifiers has to do with the increase in the talent pool.
so, is there reason to believe the Qualification slots are not open to foreigners? Otherwise, this could be a tournament of major interest for a lot of guys.
- Anyone can participate (pros, ex-pros, semi-pros).
Was this the case last time as well?
No. He said he was going to this for a previous SSL (8 or 9, I don't remember), but that never happened. I was really excited for that back then and I am now too. This is the most important part of keeping Brood War running; new players.
Hmm but it was the case for ssl 10. by.Spire won back then.
Indeed, SSL 10 had a qualifying tournament as well. Two big differences in SSL 11:
1) 8 spots instead of 1 2) Pros allowed instead of only amateurs
With the large number of BW pros now streaming part-time on Afreeca, not all of them will automatically be seeded into the main tournament. I am guessing that the increase in the number of qualifying spots and the participation of pro players in the qualifiers has to do with the increase in the talent pool.
- Anyone can participate (pros, ex-pros, semi-pros).
Was this the case last time as well?
No. He said he was going to this for a previous SSL (8 or 9, I don't remember), but that never happened. I was really excited for that back then and I am now too. This is the most important part of keeping Brood War running; new players.
Hmm but it was the case for ssl 10. by.Spire won back then.
Indeed, SSL 10 had a qualifying tournament as well. Two big differences in SSL 11:
1) 8 spots instead of 1 2) Pros allowed instead of only amateurs
With the large number of BW pros now streaming part-time on Afreeca, not all of them will automatically be seeded into the main tournament. I am guessing that the increase in the number of qualifying spots and the participation of pro players in the qualifiers has to do with the increase in the talent pool.
Considering the sign-ups for the qualifier have already started, invited players must've been known by now, so they know not to sign up?
SSL 11 already? That came way sooner than expected, considering how long it took until SSL 10 was ready. But I guess it's because the collaboration between Sonic and OGN was already settled with the last season. Very nice, I'm looking forward to it.
On March 12 2015 01:37 Miragee wrote: SSL 11 already? That came way sooner than expected, considering how long it took until SSL 10 was ready. But I guess it's because the collaboration between Sonic and OGN was already settled with the last season. Very nice, I'm looking forward to it.
It might also be that sonic was spending more time becoming a millionaire between SSL9 and 10 and now that he's set with his partnership with OGN its coming out faster than ever.
- Anyone can participate (pros, ex-pros, semi-pros).
Was this the case last time as well?
No. He said he was going to this for a previous SSL (8 or 9, I don't remember), but that never happened. I was really excited for that back then and I am now too. This is the most important part of keeping Brood War running; new players.
Hmm but it was the case for ssl 10. by.Spire won back then.
Ah okay, didn't know. One spot is not a lot. Did the qualifier get much attention?
Whoever mentioned about ToSsGirL, yes, she will play. I heard she has been practicing on smurf account in fish server. She might want to practice new map or other maps (besides FS) with clan members such as Fengzi, Zhanhun, sina, and me. Fengzi and Zhanhun are non-korean strong players in my clan.
For the additional information, SSL 12 will begin in Summer season. I will be participating that time. See ya
On March 12 2015 05:59 LaStScan wrote: Whoever mentioned about ToSsGirL, yes, she will play. I heard she has been practicing on smurf account in fish server. She might want to practice new map or other maps (besides FS) with clan members such as Fengzi, Zhanhun, sina, and me. Fengzi and Zhanhun are non-korean strong players in my clan.
For the additional information, SSL 12 will begin in Summer season. I will be participating that time. See ya
On March 12 2015 00:30 2Pacalypse- wrote: Considering the sign-ups for the qualifier have already started, invited players must've been known by now, so they know not to sign up?
On March 12 2015 05:59 LaStScan wrote: Whoever mentioned about ToSsGirL, yes, she will play. I heard she has been practicing on smurf account in fish server. She might want to practice new map or other maps (besides FS) with clan members such as Fengzi, Zhanhun, sina, and me. Fengzi and Zhanhun are non-korean strong players in my clan.
For the additional information, SSL 12 will begin in Summer season. I will be participating that time. See ya
Very cool, thanks for sharing this.
Sounds like the qualified players, and potential participants, indeed have been notified or have been communicating with the organizers It will be interesting to see which mid-level progamers compete in this SSL 11 qualifier -- if we see some/many of the SSL 10 participants competing, I imagine that'd be an indication of their not being granted automatic berths by the organizers (i.e. being pushed out to make room for non-SSL 10 players like Bisu, EffOrt, Sea, Pusan, Rock, etc)
On March 12 2015 11:07 dbssaber wrote: Glad to hear OGN is still interested in Broodwar! Is anyone going to cast the qualifier in English? Some of those games could be pretty good...
Also, when can we expect SBENU shoes/hoodies in the TL store?
On March 12 2015 11:07 dbssaber wrote: Glad to hear OGN is still interested in Broodwar! Is anyone going to cast the qualifier in English? Some of those games could be pretty good...
Also, when can we expect SBENU shoes/hoodies in the TL store?
I can request to Sonic about that. I have some abilities ^^
But I would like to see how many people are wanting it. Need a survey to be done.
On March 12 2015 11:07 dbssaber wrote: Glad to hear OGN is still interested in Broodwar! Is anyone going to cast the qualifier in English? Some of those games could be pretty good...
Also, when can we expect SBENU shoes/hoodies in the TL store?
I can request to Sonic about that. I have some abilities ^^
But I would like to see how many people are wanting it. Need a survey to be done.
or at the very least an azubu korean source stream.
On March 12 2015 11:07 dbssaber wrote: Glad to hear OGN is still interested in Broodwar! Is anyone going to cast the qualifier in English? Some of those games could be pretty good...
Also, when can we expect SBENU shoes/hoodies in the TL store?
I can request to Sonic about that. I have some abilities ^^
But I would like to see how many people are wanting it. Need a survey to be done.
or at the very least an azubu korean source stream.
The SSL 10 preliminaries weren't even streamed, so it'd be interesting to see if this gets streamed/casted...We basically just got the bracket
Logistically, with 128 players, that's 64 opening round Bo3 matches (assuming single elimination) all, by and large concurrently, or at least on the same afternoon. Not to mention all being done online, without a controlled studio environment, so I really don't see a stream happening, except perhaps for the final few rounds
...
Unless Scan is referring to English casting of the SSL 11 main tournament itself?
If so...
Poll: Interested in an official English cast of SSL 11 by the organizers?
Yes (47)
100%
47 total votes
Your vote: Interested in an official English cast of SSL 11 by the organizers?
For reference, the snipealot Twitch re-streams (in Korean) frequently saw 200-400 folks watching live, and Sayle's delayed English casts often saw 100+ viewers.
For a professionally produced "official" English live cast, I wouldn't be surprised if there were even more folks tuning in
On March 12 2015 11:07 dbssaber wrote: Glad to hear OGN is still interested in Broodwar! Is anyone going to cast the qualifier in English? Some of those games could be pretty good...
Also, when can we expect SBENU shoes/hoodies in the TL store?
I can request to Sonic about that. I have some abilities ^^
But I would like to see how many people are wanting it. Need a survey to be done.
or at the very least an azubu korean source stream.
The SSL 10 preliminaries weren't even streamed, so it'd be interesting to see if this gets streamed/casted...We basically just got the bracket
Logistically, with 128 players, that's 64 opening round Bo3 matches (assuming single elimination) all, by and large concurrently, or at least on the same afternoon. Not to mention all being done online, without a controlled studio environment, so I really don't see a stream happening, except perhaps for the final few rounds
...
Unless Scan is referring to English casting of the SSL 11 main tournament itself?
If so...
Poll: Interested in an official English cast of SSL 11 by the organizers?
Yes (47)
100%
47 total votes
Your vote: Interested in an official English cast of SSL 11 by the organizers?
For reference, the snipealot Twitch re-streams (in Korean) frequently saw 200-400 folks watching live, and Sayle's delayed English casts often saw 100+ viewers.
For a professionally produced "official" English live cast, I wouldn't be surprised if there were even more folks tuning in
Unless Scan is referring to English casting of the SSL 11 main tournament itself?
If so...
For reference, the snipealot Twitch re-streams (in Korean) frequently saw 200-400 folks watching live, and Sayle's delayed English casts often saw 100+ viewers.
For a professionally produced "official" English live cast, I wouldn't be surprised if there were even more folks tuning in
Referring to clothes.
If you do have an inside contact, would it be possible to inquire about an English SSL 11 cast for the international audience?
Taking a glance at the Afreecan response, it looks like there are some comments noting the 128 first-come, first-serve sign-ups are unfair, something about it being too exclusive?
Then Sonic's team/staff ("moodongi") seems to have responded...
Perhaps some of our Korean experts can take a glance?
On March 13 2015 01:48 Stratos wrote: Unless you're residing in Korea don't expect to play. I mean why would you want to qualify for something you couldn't play in anyway?
have to start somewhere.
sure but online quali can play. i play better recognition Anyway who knows may make an exception. I see a lot of people want to help.
Anyway, I was just curious im working all day except sunday so cant play.
On March 13 2015 05:40 prech wrote: Taking a glance at the Afreecan response, it looks like there are some comments noting the 128 first-come, first-serve sign-ups are unfair, something about it being too exclusive?
Then Sonic's team/staff ("moodongi") seems to have responded...
Perhaps some of our Korean experts can take a glance?
On March 13 2015 05:40 prech wrote: Taking a glance at the Afreecan response, it looks like there are some comments noting the 128 first-come, first-serve sign-ups are unfair, something about it being too exclusive?
Then Sonic's team/staff ("moodongi") seems to have responded...
Perhaps some of our Korean experts can take a glance?
Apparently there is some controversy over the quality of players signed up. Some people think 8 spots is too many to give to amateurs.
How do they determine who remains in the main participant list? Does the previous SSL results even count, considering people like bisu and effort are automatically invited. Are amateurs (who were invited last round) like sea.kh and force[name] still invited or do they have to go through qualifiers again?
On March 13 2015 01:48 Stratos wrote: Unless you're residing in Korea don't expect to play. I mean why would you want to qualify for something you couldn't play in anyway?
have to start somewhere.
sure but online quali can play. i play better recognition Anyway who knows may make an exception. I see a lot of people want to help.
Anyway, I was just curious im working all day except sunday so cant play.
thanks for helping (nothing).
Np. There's a limited number of participants allowed and there's already controversy over that so I don't think anyone in their right mind would consider making an exception for someone who couldn't play in the actual tournament anyway.
On March 13 2015 01:48 Stratos wrote: Unless you're residing in Korea don't expect to play. I mean why would you want to qualify for something you couldn't play in anyway?
have to start somewhere.
sure but online quali can play. i play better recognition Anyway who knows may make an exception. I see a lot of people want to help.
Anyway, I was just curious im working all day except sunday so cant play.
thanks for helping (nothing).
Np. There's a limited number of participants allowed and there's already controversy over that so I don't think anyone in their right mind would consider making an exception for someone who couldn't play in the actual tournament anyway.
He could possibly fly to korea if he qualifies. If a foreigner qualifies I'll even pay for half the plane ticket.
Just got off a very busy week (thesis week). I thought passing that and getting my Korean visa was great, then I saw this. Now I have a huge grin on my face
I know the players are going to up their game improve this season, but I have little faith Sbenu's marketing arm can top the commercials we saw last season.
And...the prelim qualifiers are done! Results as below
apparently the first is qualified for the main ssl11 ro32 event (dual tournament format) while the other 7 are in the "challenge league"? anyone can clarify what that is?
On March 15 2015 21:20 c3rberUs wrote: So 2 , 2 and 4 huh? Is this what it felt like pre-3/3/7?
Well, anyway. I'm going to root for these 8 players really hard.
Interesting how the number of Protoss players whittled down by the final 8
In the preliminary's Ro128 the race composition was 60 Protoss, 36 Terran, 32 Zerg, but by the Ro16, it was 6 Protoss, 5 Terran and 5 Zerg
It'll be interesting to see how 2nd through 7th duel it out -- it certainly doesn't sound like all top 8 will make it to the main (dual) tournament with this new "challenge league" announcement
Maybe an OSL-like offline preliminary (e.g. 2010 Korean Air OSL) where the bottom 7 compete against the bottom SSL 10 finishers (e.g. bottom 16) for ~15 spots before facing off against the top SSL 10 finishers (e.g. top 16)...
On March 13 2015 01:48 Stratos wrote: Unless you're residing in Korea don't expect to play. I mean why would you want to qualify for something you couldn't play in anyway?
have to start somewhere.
sure but online quali can play. i play better recognition Anyway who knows may make an exception. I see a lot of people want to help.
Anyway, I was just curious im working all day except sunday so cant play.
thanks for helping (nothing).
Sziky, don't even try because at 1st round of 128 player you will get your foreigner ass raped and instantly eliminated. Even American Korean Scan admits his noobness, and pussies to enter and instead chooses to cast, so why the heck you wanna try? Playing at fish doesn't make you that smart. Have you ever won participated any Korean tournament? Only Defiler? Ah, c'mon... Don't understand you guys, why are you cheering him for nothing...
On March 13 2015 01:48 Stratos wrote: Unless you're residing in Korea don't expect to play. I mean why would you want to qualify for something you couldn't play in anyway?
have to start somewhere.
sure but online quali can play. i play better recognition Anyway who knows may make an exception. I see a lot of people want to help.
Anyway, I was just curious im working all day except sunday so cant play.
thanks for helping (nothing).
Sziky, don't even try because at 1st round of 128 player you will get your foreigner ass raped and instantly eliminated. Even American Korean Scan admits his noobness, and pussies to enter and instead chooses to cast, so why the heck you wanna try? Playing at fish doesn't make you that smart. Have you ever won participated any Korean tournament? Only Defiler? Ah, c'mon... Don't understand you guys, why are you cheering him for nothing...
I will get banned for truth, huh?
User was banned for this post.
By your logic ay korean tournament should have only like ~10 players and all the lesser players should not even participate. I think you've got a wrong idea why e-Sports exists. It is for fans who watch and cheer their favourites, not only to give $$$ for the best player out there. And if one likes competition, tournaments, playing the game, then why should he not participate?
On March 13 2015 01:48 Stratos wrote: Unless you're residing in Korea don't expect to play. I mean why would you want to qualify for something you couldn't play in anyway?
have to start somewhere.
sure but online quali can play. i play better recognition Anyway who knows may make an exception. I see a lot of people want to help.
Anyway, I was just curious im working all day except sunday so cant play.
thanks for helping (nothing).
Sziky, don't even try because at 1st round of 128 player you will get your foreigner ass raped and instantly eliminated. Even American Korean Scan admits his noobness, and pussies to enter and instead chooses to cast, so why the heck you wanna try? Playing at fish doesn't make you that smart. Have you ever won participated any Korean tournament? Only Defiler? Ah, c'mon... Don't understand you guys, why are you cheering him for nothing...
On March 13 2015 01:48 Stratos wrote: Unless you're residing in Korea don't expect to play. I mean why would you want to qualify for something you couldn't play in anyway?
have to start somewhere.
sure but online quali can play. i play better recognition Anyway who knows may make an exception. I see a lot of people want to help.
Anyway, I was just curious im working all day except sunday so cant play.
thanks for helping (nothing).
Sziky, don't even try because at 1st round of 128 player you will get your foreigner ass raped and instantly eliminated. Even American Korean Scan admits his noobness, and pussies to enter and instead chooses to cast, so why the heck you wanna try? Playing at fish doesn't make you that smart. Have you ever won participated any Korean tournament? Only Defiler? Ah, c'mon... Don't understand you guys, why are you cheering him for nothing...
I will get banned for truth, huh?
User was banned for this post.
Hello. I am not American. OMG.. I am sick of hearing that. Please :/ Once the studying is over, I am returning back to Korea.
In addition, I am preparing for SSL12 if you did not know.. I must be present to participate this Sbenu StarLeague. This is not an online tournament. I will be in Korea when SSL12 is starting. I am hoping the time matches. Please go read other forum's posts where I said I will be in it for Sbenu StarLeague Season 3 ^^. And why do you like to make up your own story that has to involve with others? It's not cool.
On March 13 2015 01:48 Stratos wrote: Unless you're residing in Korea don't expect to play. I mean why would you want to qualify for something you couldn't play in anyway?
have to start somewhere.
sure but online quali can play. i play better recognition Anyway who knows may make an exception. I see a lot of people want to help.
Anyway, I was just curious im working all day except sunday so cant play.
thanks for helping (nothing).
Sziky, don't even try because at 1st round of 128 player you will get your foreigner ass raped and instantly eliminated. Even American Korean Scan admits his noobness, and pussies to enter and instead chooses to cast, so why the heck you wanna try? Playing at fish doesn't make you that smart. Have you ever won participated any Korean tournament? Only Defiler? Ah, c'mon... Don't understand you guys, why are you cheering him for nothing...
On March 26 2015 08:44 Probemicro wrote: anyone know when ssl11 starts?
ssl10 started pretty soon after the ssl10 preliminaries so its weird this time its taking longer
I doubt they can't determine which maps they gonna use. Their crew(company), especially Sonic wanted to try some new stuff but however as one korean mapper (who is author of Demian) stated that OGN didn't like to use new maps as far as he knows. And that new map "All Or Nothing" which was included in preliminary got so many issues. IMHO it is really imba and double gas at main favors Zerg, plus weird mineral and gas counts. You can check it out yourself by downloading it in TLPD and see the strangeness. Maybe now they're testing it and want to use modified version. However, you need at least 3 more maps to select. I think maps which were used in KSL - "Avalon" and especially "Demian" - are pretty safe choices, because they're at least used in league.
Just speculation at this point, but it's quite possible something SSL11-related is happening today -- most of the Afreeca streamers are offline, apparently for a shoot/filming in Yongsan, Seoul, i.e. also the site of the OGN studio/stadium. Some tournament planning and promotional video/pictures, perhaps?
Pure speculation on my part -- Out of all these names, only Minam competed in the online preliminary (he came in second), so perhaps it makes sense if they knew they had been assured a spot...
There were rumors of SSL prize money not being distributed to the players, but the truth was that everyone got their money. The problems had to do with the players income tax being applied to the players at a much higher rate than it should have been because SonicTV didn't take advantage of all tax deductions. This apparently has been corrected since the last SSL.
On May 10 2015 16:16 nbaker wrote: Is the whole tournament online or just before ro32?
if its anything like last season then Ro32 onwards will be offline with Ro32 played in the Sonic studio and Ro16 through Semis at the Old OGN studio(with full TV broadcast by OGN) and the finals at a big venue.
Sonic has stated that SSL11 is not far away multiple times in the past week on his facebook / afreeca channel. His last message:
We will make an announcement with the press soon. It's really almost here, get ready to be overjoyed. Compared to SSL10, the invited lineup with be so much better, so get ready! I'm actively supporting / helping it to be absolutely amazing. Everyone Hwaiting!
HiyA says he just came back from profile filming (guessing it's for intro videos and stuff), then some players went to go eat/drink while HiyA came home to stream.
The names below are people he personally met at the shoot, and does not include all the participants. He was in the 10:00 time slot and others were at 12:30 and other time slots. After SBENU SL ends, HungryApp league will start right after.
He also responds to a question from the chat with: "As far as I know, NaDa won't be playing."
Someone asked about Hwasin and Hiya said that unless Sonic goes insane, he will never invite Hwasin.
On May 13 2015 13:47 Probemicro wrote: hypeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee where is challenge day held, sonic studio? will be streamed right?
Since it'll be on OGN, there should definitely be a stream No idea about the location
On May 13 2015 13:02 BLinD-RawR wrote: I feel like that could be its own thread.
Good idea -- maybe when Sonic announces things formally, which I reckon will be any moment now.
I'm surprised Sonic/SBENU's market/PR department has been so inept. I would have thought they would be building the anticipation for weeks leading up to the competition -- free press and brand advertising... Enable some word of mouth and momentum, but instead, it looks like they'll announce it at the start of play.
I think the same thing happened during the recent SC2 events... nary a word until competition commences.
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huh? Is this what it felt like pre-3/3/7?
preliminary's Ro128
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