EPTGreat writeups as always, thanks a lot for this.
[GSL] “Of Deities or Mortals” - Ro16/Ro8 Recap - Page 3
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Krigwin
1130 Posts
Great writeups as always, thanks a lot for this. | ||
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Mawi
Sweden4365 Posts
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BroOd
Austin10833 Posts
On November 09 2010 03:47 Krigwin wrote: Is there a reason why you guys are releasing these in huge block formats (ie several days in one post) instead of by the day like you did with GSL1? Sorry if this question has been answered already. Great writeups as always, thanks a lot for this. This wasn't the initial plan, we just ran into a couple of hitches and the ro16 got delayed, so we released them together. In the future we're definitely striving to get them out in a more timely manner, but the lateness of this release was my fault and I apologize. | ||
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EcterA
United States949 Posts
On November 09 2010 01:14 Ocedic wrote: The post made excuses for Idra though, saying "the win isn't that impressive for someone who admitted ZvZ isn't their best" or something. I'm kind of sick of people saying things like "Idra just needs practice at ZvZ." The only thing that matters is results. Until Idra shows actual notcieable improvement in ZvZ, people should stop giving him unwarranted credit for doing nothing. I understand this. I agree that he seemed to be shut down completely by the overseers and that given the time he's spent in Korea, and the number of tournaments he's competed in, a lot of people expected a better response than what happened. A lot of my response to the post I quoted was based on his "aggression" towards the writers. While they seemed to give IdrA the benefit of the doubt, in my reading they didn't seem to discredit Zenio's play. I am often put off by members who attack community and staff members for doing work that is largely volunteer based, and in my opinion, of a high quality. I think it's also worth noting that he's made it GSL twice, and got further the second time. Only one of two foreigners to do make it into season 1 and 2 (I believe) and TLO was eliminated in Ro64. These tournaments are incredibly difficult, especially going into future seasons, when they will only attract more high level players. All in all, I agree, IdrA is consistently favored to go far in tournaments, and it seems like more often than not he comes up short. You can call that overrated, but I think his accomplishments shouldn't be thrown out so easily. He won MLG D.C., and last season's GSL champ went down in Ro32 this season. Luck plays a large roll, and things are only going to get harder. To close out this wall of text, I understand what you're saying, and hope you understand where I'm coming from.  | ||
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andrewlt
United States7702 Posts
On November 09 2010 06:40 Mawi wrote: Very nice writing! enjoyed every text of it and the awesome Emperor Shirt, no wonder he wins alot, you gotta play like a player Boxer should start owning people in business casual next GSL, imo. Or hell, maybe in a James Bond tuxedo? | ||
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Kleinmuuhg
Vanuatu4091 Posts
Foxer vs KyrixZenith is really so far the best series I have seen in Sc2. All maps are a must see. | ||
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ragingfungus
United States271 Posts
On a side note I think people are exaggerating this whole Idra favoritism thing. The author was simply pointing out that zvz is his worst match up and that he is indeed a better player than that(which is completely true). And also no results are not the only thing that matters. You could literally be the best player in the world and not have qualified for the gsl, unlikely but possible. This game does have an element of luck in it believe it or not in both the brackets and in game. Besides Idra does have pretty good results so I don't know where thats coming from. | ||
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Chocobo
United States1108 Posts
Just pointing out an oddity, the player ratings changed from A B C D F to star ratings about halfway through. | ||
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HarryHood
United States105 Posts
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Sarang
Australia2363 Posts
On November 09 2010 12:00 HarryHood wrote: This is probably a n00b question, but I can't seem to find videos of these games and I REALLY want to watch foxer vs Kyrix. Where can I watch them? You can watch game 1 on GOMtv without a season ticket. I don't think you can watch the other games without purchasing a ticket. Link: http://www.gomtv.net/2010gslopens2/vod/1262 | ||
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thekibk
United States116 Posts
On November 08 2010 13:46 BroOd wrote: Boxer is wearing a stylish puce colored button-down shirt for the occasion. This gives him an automatic advantage over Loner, who is wearing a loose-fitting t-shirt. Kyrix even uses banelings for his trash talking. I lol'd multiple times throughout this. These write-ups are so great for people (like me) who have classes the next day. Thanks so much for all your effort guys! lookin' forward to Ro4! | ||
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brekko
United States16 Posts
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PartyBiscuit
Canada4525 Posts
Side note: I think you forgot to give an overall rating to the series of Foxer v Kyrix and ITR v Genius (since there are overall star ratings for the other Ro8 series') | ||
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Vassago
United States8 Posts
I mean Foxer did penetrated FruitDealer gameplay, I am just not sure if he can manage that againts Nestea. I am dying to see that match! | ||
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hp.Shell
United States2527 Posts
On November 08 2010 14:10 ReighT wrote: It would be very interesting to see + Show Spoiler + NesTea - the person who beat The Emporer VS. FoxeR - a rookie who came up and took down basically everyone he played so far. One of those people being the previous champ FruitDealer. Please spoiler this next time.... On November 08 2010 13:46 BroOd wrote: + Show Spoiler + ![[image loading]](http://www.teamliquid.net/blogs/images/blackstar.png) - Again a one sided route, but well played by HopeTorture.Bolded part should be replaced by rout. Sorry, I'm picky. Anyway, great writeup! I mainly wanted to point out any glaring errors because I know you love to write, and it's good to have pride in your craft. ^_^ Looking forward to the Ro4 one. | ||
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Prof.Oak
Canada24 Posts
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