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MLG 2011 Circuit Prize Money Announced - Page 7

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aike
Profile Blog Joined July 2010
United States1629 Posts
February 03 2011 16:58 GMT
#121
On February 04 2011 01:56 compscidude wrote:
Show nested quote +
On February 04 2011 01:52 bLooD. wrote:
Wow thats sick. 50k?!!! How much does the 1st at Code S get?


Code A, 1st prize is around 2k? w.e it was very low considering how dissapointed the GSL4 Code A champion was, saying the prize is only same as Round 32 player from Code A.

If i was in Code A, i'd definetly think about flyin to Dallas to compete for 50K as this is the closest thing there is to 85K (GSL 1st prize)


Code S 1st prize isn't 87k anymore, I think they dropped it down around 40k
Wahaha
ptbl
Profile Joined January 2011
United States6074 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-02-03 17:01:25
February 03 2011 16:59 GMT
#122
On February 04 2011 01:52 bLooD. wrote:
Wow thats sick. 50k?!!! How much does the 1st at Code S get?


The first place for Code S gets about 50k. There are 7 Code S tournaments in a year, so you can conceivable win up 350k. This is highly unlikely, but still possible.
Don't mind me
Vehemus
Profile Joined November 2010
United States586 Posts
February 03 2011 17:00 GMT
#123
On February 04 2011 01:58 aike wrote:
Show nested quote +
On February 04 2011 01:56 compscidude wrote:
On February 04 2011 01:52 bLooD. wrote:
Wow thats sick. 50k?!!! How much does the 1st at Code S get?


Code A, 1st prize is around 2k? w.e it was very low considering how dissapointed the GSL4 Code A champion was, saying the prize is only same as Round 32 player from Code A.

If i was in Code A, i'd definetly think about flyin to Dallas to compete for 50K as this is the closest thing there is to 85K (GSL 1st prize)


Code S 1st prize isn't 87k anymore, I think they dropped it down around 40k


It's $45k, give or take some depending on exchange rate.

The super tournament (one time per year, 64 players instead of 32) is still $87k.

GSL still has a higher prize pool, but once again you must realize that you've got to play many games over the course of a month to win this tournament, compared to playing a grueling schedule for a single weekend at MLG for a pretty nice prize.
This space for rent.
gogogadgetflow
Profile Joined March 2010
United States2583 Posts
February 03 2011 17:01 GMT
#124
Back off, that money is mine.
dacthehork
Profile Blog Joined February 2008
United States2000 Posts
February 03 2011 17:03 GMT
#125
On February 04 2011 01:56 compscidude wrote:
Show nested quote +
On February 04 2011 01:52 bLooD. wrote:
Wow thats sick. 50k?!!! How much does the 1st at Code S get?


Code A, 1st prize is around 2k? w.e it was very low considering how dissapointed the GSL4 Code A champion was, saying the prize is only same as Round 32 player from Code A.

If i was in Code A, i'd definetly think about flyin to Dallas to compete for 50K as this is the closest thing there is to 85K (GSL 1st prize)


Code A make about 1.5k, Code S players get a salary of that much just for being code S


Code A is the minor leagues of GSL, it's not sposed to be an actual tournament, but rather a way to earn Code S.

The way GSL is structured is that eventually the best players make their way up to code S (most have). It just takes a few months. Also look at SC:BW, you had MSL/OSL that took 3 months+ each, and if you failed out of both you would have nothing to do (individual tourney wise).

GSL is a pretty awesome tournament, and the people complaining about code A prizes are just foolish because code A is really just a B team tournament to get into the salaried / top league. So factor in that getting top 8 in code A, and then winning up/down match gets you a salary and for sure top 32 spot in a 85,000 tourney, the prize is actually pretty damn high.
Warturtle - DOTA 2 is KING
compscidude
Profile Joined December 2010
176 Posts
February 03 2011 17:03 GMT
#126
On February 04 2011 02:00 Vehemus wrote:
Show nested quote +
On February 04 2011 01:58 aike wrote:
On February 04 2011 01:56 compscidude wrote:
On February 04 2011 01:52 bLooD. wrote:
Wow thats sick. 50k?!!! How much does the 1st at Code S get?


Code A, 1st prize is around 2k? w.e it was very low considering how dissapointed the GSL4 Code A champion was, saying the prize is only same as Round 32 player from Code A.

If i was in Code A, i'd definetly think about flyin to Dallas to compete for 50K as this is the closest thing there is to 85K (GSL 1st prize)


Code S 1st prize isn't 87k anymore, I think they dropped it down around 40k


It's $45k, give or take some depending on exchange rate.

The super tournament (one time per year, 64 players instead of 32) is still $87k.

GSL still has a higher prize pool, but once again you must realize that you've got to play many games over the course of a month to win this tournament, compared to playing a grueling schedule for a single weekend at MLG for a pretty nice prize.


True, MLG is designed for players who can think on the spot. Its play play play play eat play play.
No thinking between you dont even know who your opponents is going to be until maybe 15 mins before the match.
Deleted User 124618
Profile Joined November 2010
1142 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-02-03 17:05:40
February 03 2011 17:04 GMT
#127
On February 04 2011 01:58 aike wrote:
Show nested quote +
On February 04 2011 01:56 compscidude wrote:
On February 04 2011 01:52 bLooD. wrote:
Wow thats sick. 50k?!!! How much does the 1st at Code S get?


Code A, 1st prize is around 2k? w.e it was very low considering how dissapointed the GSL4 Code A champion was, saying the prize is only same as Round 32 player from Code A.

If i was in Code A, i'd definetly think about flyin to Dallas to compete for 50K as this is the closest thing there is to 85K (GSL 1st prize)


Code S 1st prize isn't 87k anymore, I think they dropped it down around 40k


On other hand, that 40k is given 7 times a year (7 normal seasons), plus 6 team leagues a year, plus "super tournament" and finally a "world champioship".

Code S 1st price may only be 40k, but given that it's almost monthly versus "50k once a year" MLG has, GSL still takes the 1st spot in price money.
Sobba
Profile Joined August 2010
Sweden576 Posts
February 03 2011 17:07 GMT
#128
Korea just got less significant.
darmousseh
Profile Blog Joined May 2010
United States3437 Posts
February 03 2011 17:09 GMT
#129
OMG that is a huge prize pool. Definitely going to attract a lot of korea players.
Developer for http://mtgfiddle.com
Earll
Profile Blog Joined March 2010
Norway847 Posts
February 03 2011 17:09 GMT
#130
Pretty sure alot of koreans will fly out for this, I mean hasnt there already been some koreans flying out to some foreign tournaments (Dreamhack had inca and Top or something did it not?)Which was a smaller tournament than MLG. I am sure most top teams will send a top player or two assuming they think they have someone who will go far. MLG is in the weekend whereas GSL (apart from) finals?) usually is in the weekdays as far as I know\remember, so even having a MLG in the middle of GSL, most players should still be able to attend both.
Wat
Finrod1
Profile Joined December 2010
Germany3997 Posts
February 03 2011 17:09 GMT
#131
Just pure epicness incoming. MLG just outclassed GSL for every foreigner. I really hope the whole sc2 community can accomplish the sponsors expectations.
I'm so pumped! MLG, TSL3, IEM, "project X (incontrol etc.), FXLan, Dreamhack...and it's never stopping.
compscidude
Profile Joined December 2010
176 Posts
February 03 2011 17:12 GMT
#132
On February 04 2011 02:04 Greentellon wrote:
Show nested quote +
On February 04 2011 01:58 aike wrote:
On February 04 2011 01:56 compscidude wrote:
On February 04 2011 01:52 bLooD. wrote:
Wow thats sick. 50k?!!! How much does the 1st at Code S get?


Code A, 1st prize is around 2k? w.e it was very low considering how dissapointed the GSL4 Code A champion was, saying the prize is only same as Round 32 player from Code A.

If i was in Code A, i'd definetly think about flyin to Dallas to compete for 50K as this is the closest thing there is to 85K (GSL 1st prize)


Code S 1st prize isn't 87k anymore, I think they dropped it down around 40k


On other hand, that 40k is given 7 times a year (7 normal seasons), plus 6 team leagues a year, plus "super tournament" and finally a "world champioship".

Code S 1st price may only be 40k, but given that it's almost monthly versus "50k once a year" MLG has, GSL still takes the 1st spot in price money.


Theres two path laid out infront of you.

1) Go GSL, compete with the best of the best of the best to win 50k, 1 month process
2) Go MLG, compete with the best to win 50k, 1 week process

While choice 1) gives you around the same prize as 2), you will have to compete with top players from the world as top foreigners are also joining the scene. But the benefit is you get to know who your opponent is and do some research prior to gaming.

While i do not know who will be playing in MLG, i suspect some notable players from Korea and US/CAN playing. However, there is no question that MLG will not be as competitive than GSL, ( Just my prediction) On top of that you'll have to play non stop - assuming your winning. this will get tired and you might start to lose focus in the long run.

It all depends, if you are able to think quick on the foot and play 8 hours non stop, MLG.
If your the type of player that needs time to think, and know more about your opponent then definetly GSL will bring better results, ( but .... play IMMVP, oGsMC, Nestea not sure....)

So go MLG! easier faster and most of all money
Accidentus
Profile Joined October 2010
59 Posts
February 03 2011 17:12 GMT
#133
I'm pumped. Props to MLG for stepping up.
BRaegO
Profile Joined November 2010
United States243 Posts
February 03 2011 17:13 GMT
#134
I like the fact that more Korean's and other foreigners will come here instead of everyone flocking over there for events. Just think of all the big names that will travel to MLG events in the future...
_B L/IN K YOUREYES /1 FOR YES 2 F_OR NO
dacthehork
Profile Blog Joined February 2008
United States2000 Posts
February 03 2011 17:14 GMT
#135
On February 04 2011 02:09 Finrod1 wrote:
Just pure epicness incoming. MLG just outclassed GSL for every foreigner. I really hope the whole sc2 community can accomplish the sponsors expectations.
I'm so pumped! MLG, TSL3, IEM, "project X (incontrol etc.), FXLan, Dreamhack...and it's never stopping.

I'm 80% sure the incontrol thing will be a reality show type thing so I wouldn't count it.
Warturtle - DOTA 2 is KING
compscidude
Profile Joined December 2010
176 Posts
February 03 2011 17:14 GMT
#136
On February 04 2011 02:12 Accidentus wrote:
I'm pumped. Props to MLG for stepping up.


Yes Props to MLG.
Although I'm not sure where MLG is spending 8 million investement they got.
This $50k is a one time tourney in one year right?
Tricks
Profile Joined August 2010
United States252 Posts
February 03 2011 17:14 GMT
#137
hopefully koreans come
Favorite Players: Zai, Arteezy and LaNm
compscidude
Profile Joined December 2010
176 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-02-03 17:17:08
February 03 2011 17:16 GMT
#138
On February 04 2011 02:14 Tricks wrote:
hopefully koreans come


Maybe. If MLG threw in extra 20k as season opener ontop of the current 50k
70k Definetly. These Koreans are Hungry for Money but with the current GSL shinenigans, its not an individual decision, but rather Manager and team's decision.
kyla
Profile Joined November 2010
198 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-02-03 17:19:58
February 03 2011 17:19 GMT
#139
MLG, TSL3, IEM
Korea we are "coming"!!!
DX Raider
Profile Blog Joined August 2010
United States32 Posts
February 03 2011 17:19 GMT
#140
Can't wait for columbus! :D
Cool story bro.
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