EPTI decided to translate an interview done by Fomos.kr with TLO. (Korean source)
http://fomos.kr/board/board.php?mode=read&keyno=111068&db=interview
Bit ironic that I am translating an interview that was probably done in English originally.
If Fomos decides to give TL the original interview transcript in English, then please feel free to delete this translation of mine.
(I would appreciate a short message confirming it so, however =) )
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'TLO' Dario (Team Liquid) advanced to the main round in second consecutive season.
Dario advanced to main round in GSL Open Season 2 elimination day #3, held in Sin-Do-Rim Techno-mart Intel E-Stadium on October 11th, once again seizing the opportunity to show off his play to Korean fans.
- Your thoughts on advancing to RO 64
Dario: I am very happy. A bunch of famous players getting eliminated scared me, and I can't believe I advanced to the main rounds.
- How was elimination round in comparison to the last season's?
Dario: Even though it was more difficult, there wasn't a huge change. Last season's elimination round was much easier.
- You got eliminated at RO 32 last season
Dario: My goal is growing along with my skills, and I hope to get to at least RO 16 this time.
- Did living(practicing) with oGs benefit you in a significant way?
Dario: It was great help in increasing my skill, and I liked it as everyone's nice and have good relationship with each other. Instead of just getting helped, I think I am helping them out too, forming a symbiotic relationship.
- Any thoughts on joining a Korean team?
Dario: I have strong loyalty to Team Liquid. (laugh) It's a team I really like, so have no thoughts of leaving it.
- Any player you want to head-to-head against in main rounds?
Dario: Would be an honor to play against Lim-Yo-Hwan (Slayers_Boxer), but I'll be sure to give it my best whoever my opponent may become.
- There is a lower number(ratio) of foreign players advancing compared to last season, what are the thoughts of foreign players?
Dario: I do not believe that is because of increased skill-difference between Koreans and Foreigners. Many famous over-sea players did not participate, and players like myself and Greg Fields (Idra) are not with a pro-team. I believe there will be a better result in season 3 if pro-players playing in Europe participates.
- Your unique playstyled gathered a large fan base in Korea, any word to your Korean fans?
Dario: I am very happy that you guys like my games. It is a big honor for me to have Korean fans cheering me on. Despite there being many famous players in Korea, I am thankful to have them support me.
- Any other words?
Dario; There will be more players participating (in tournaments) from Team Liquid.
I do wish you guys will continue to watch out for our team member's games.
mod edit
On October 11 2010 23:46 Liquid`TLO wrote:
Just to clarify what I actually said:
-I don't think there now is a bigger skill gap between Koreans and foreigners, most people, except us Liquid guys and Greg who participated, are not really pro-gamers but many no-names, so its hard to judge how it would go if other Foreign big names would come to the GSL. (I think more would qualify)
-You will see a lot more of Team Liquid in the future, so stay tuned foe more!
Just to clarify what I actually said:
-I don't think there now is a bigger skill gap between Koreans and foreigners, most people, except us Liquid guys and Greg who participated, are not really pro-gamers but many no-names, so its hard to judge how it would go if other Foreign big names would come to the GSL. (I think more would qualify)
-You will see a lot more of Team Liquid in the future, so stay tuned foe more!
