The Winter Championship in Dallas, Texas, from March 15-17 will include an invite-only, 32-player, StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm exhibition tournament just days after the game is released. The 28 players who win their Winter Season Showdowns will join the top four (Life, Leenock, Flash, Bomber) from the MLG 2012 Fall Championship to compete in a single elimination bracket for $75,000 and a first place prize of $25,000.
All matches will be broadcast via two streams.
Note: the Winter Championship will not include an open-bracket tournament for Starcraft II.
The MLG Winter Championship kicks off Friday, March 15 at 5pm CST. The three-day action packed tournament will be broadcast LIVE on majorleaguegaming.com, free in up to 720p HD.
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Don’t miss the first MLG Pro Circuit event of the year as the best eSports players in the world compete for $170,000 in prizes! How to Watch
The MLG Winter Championship will be broadcast over four streams (two StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm, one Call of Duty: Black Ops II, and one League of Legends). To watch the streams, just head over to majorleaguegaming.com. The streams will be featured front and center on the home page. To switch between streams, click on the tabs at the top of the video player.
VOD will be available shortly after each match. You can access the spoiler-free archive by clicking the “VOD” button above the video player. In addition, the streams will be rebroadcast starting immediately after each day’s conclusion.
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This upgrade is a monthly subscription, meaning you get all these perks for 30 days from the time of purchase. After the Winter Championship, you can enjoy multiple shows per week for League of Legends, Call of Duty: Black Ops II, StarCraft II: Heart of the Swam, and other MLG exclusives, all streamed in 1080p, as well as 24/7 rebroadcasts.
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Spectator Passes:
Spectator passes for the Dallas event are now available for sale, online, in the MLG Store.
Spectator Passes- General Admission $35 Online- Available online until March 14th at 11:59 PM EST. After this time, passes will be available for purchase at the door. $50 at the door
VIP Pass – StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm - limited quantity* - $250
VIP Perks
VIP credential
Priority check in line
Reserved seating in the first few rows at the StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm competition area
Early admission to the show – Friday, March 15 at 12:30pm
Friday venue tour with Sundance DiGiovanni – Friday, March 15 at 12:45pm
Friday pre doors open reception with players – Friday, March 15 at 1-2pm
Limited edition MLG Nike hoodie
Chance to win one of 10 iBUYPOWER gaming PCs used on the MLG 2012 Pro Circuit. - Raffle will be conducted on site at 1:30pm during the VIP reception. Winners will have the PC shipped to their house post event, however side panels of the PCs will be provided on-site for player autographs.
Dallas Convention Center (http://www.dallasconventioncenter.com/) 650 S. Griffin Street Dallas, TX 75202
Hotel Information:
Please keep in mind that there are multiple conventions at the Convention Center over the same weekend, so the area hotels will be booked extremely fast. So book your hotel room as soon as possible.
The Adolphus (http://www.hoteladolphus.com/) 1231 Commerce Street Hotel Rate: $139 s/d/t/q + 13% tax Book your room online now! (https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=10530812&utm_source=3293939&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=22609381) Reservation phone: 800-221-9083 Reservation cutoff date: Feb 26, 2013 Additional Information: Full service 4 diamond hotel, complimentary internet included Parking: $26 per day for overnight Distance to venue: 2 blocks
Crowne Plaza Dallas (http://www.crownedallas.com/) 1015 Elm Street, Dallas Hotel Rate: $139 s/d/t/q + 13% tax Book your room online now! (https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_gi_new&groupID=19168788) Reservation Phone: 214-742-5678 Reservation cutoff date: Feb 28, 2013 Additional Information: Self parking is $12 overnight Distance to venue: 2 blocks
The invite-only, Winter Season Showdowns features 56 of the top StarCraft II players in the world playing StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm before it is released to the public on March 12.
From Monday, February 4 through Friday, March 8, each weeknight, and select Sundays, at 5pm ET, MLG will broadcast one Showdown at www.majorleaguegaming.com and www.twitch.tv/team/MLG. The complete broadcast schedule is available here.
The 28 players who win their Showdowns will advance to an invite-only, exhibition tournament at the Winter Championship.
All Broadcasts begin at 5pm ET online (http://www.majorleaguegaming.com/) and Twitch (http://www.twitch.tv/team/MLG). Schedule below and online.
Monday, 2/4: Parting vs Fantasy Tuesday, 2/5: Roro vs Hero Wednesday, 2/6: Innovation vs Ty Thursday, 2/7: Soulkey vs Last Friday, 2/8: Rain vs Flying Sunday, 2/10: Sase vs Snute Monday, 2/11: Nerchio vs BabyKnight Tuesday, 2/12: Stephano vs Titan Wednesday, 2/13: Mana vs Bly Thursday, 2/14: Socke vs Thorzain Friday, 2/15: Ret vs Feast
Broadcast dates for the following matchups will be announced soon:
Grubby vs Dimaga Sen vs Moonglade MC vs Alive Taeja vs Violet Hero vs Polt Creator vs Nestea Mvp vs Curious Sniper vs Seed MarineKing vs Gumiho DongRaeGu vs Jjakji Scarlett vs Goswser Idra vs Ddoro Fenix vs State Vibe vs Illusion Suppy vs Maker Killer vs Qxc Huk vs Sasquatch
Akilon Wastes Bifrost Cloud Kingdom Daybreak Entombed Valley Korhal City Newkirk City Ohana Planet S Star Station Whirlwind
Note: In each Winter Season Showdown match, both Players will veto three Maps. The Map Pool will be trimmed down to seven for the Exhibition Tournament at the Winter Championship.
The 28 winners will receive placement at the Winter Championship in Dallas from March 15-17 where they will compete with Life, Leenock, Flash and Bomber.
How did DeMuslim not qualify by the way? Im sure he could of been placed into the NA bracket instead of a few players who i don't think deserve spots Sad panda
Spectator Passes- General Admission $35 Online $50 at the door
VIP Pass – StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm - limited quantity* - $250
VIP Perks
VIP credential
Priority check in line
Reserved front row seating at StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm competition area
Early admission to the show – Friday, March 15 at 12:30pm
Friday venue tour with Sundance DiGiovanni – Friday, March 15 at 12:45pm
Friday pre doors open reception with players – Friday, March 15 at 1-2pm
Limited edition MLG Nike hoodie
Chance to win one of 10 iBUYPOWER gaming PCs used on the MLG 2012 Pro Circuit. - Raffle will be conducted on site at 1:30pm during the VIP reception. Winners will have the PC shipped to their house post event, however side panels of the PCs will be provided on-site for player autographs.
On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
Well now, let's see. I'm on Quantic, and guess how many of our players got invited? Well, 1, but he turned down the invite.
Of those not invited that REALLY surprise me: Hyun (for obvious reasons) and Hwangsin (7/8'th at MLG Dallas. Really not at least invited to showmatch?).
For me it hits home hard, considering all of the work that I have put into HOTS over the past month and a half. Some of the players invited have yet to even download the game - and yet there they are, playing in an invitational.
But then again, I'm not going to continue on. What's done is done - and while I would love it for MLG to do a late open bracket (online) where ~4-8 qualify, its not going to happen. So, go IPL!
On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
Well now, let's see. I'm on Quantic, and guess how many of our players got invited? Well, 1, but he turned down the invite.
Of those not invited that REALLY surprise me: Hyun (for obvious reasons) and Hwangsin (7/8'th at MLG Dallas. Really not at least invited to showmatch?).
For me it hits home hard, considering all of the work that I have put into HOTS over the past month and a half. Some of the players invited have yet to even download the game - and yet there they are, playing in an invitational.
But then again, I'm not going to continue on. What's done is done - and while I would love it for MLG to do a late open bracket (online) where ~4-8 qualify, its not going to happen. So, go IPL!
If you don't want to attend or watch, don't, but please stop following us around into every thread bashing us.
On February 05 2013 01:16 MLG Deimos wrote: Spectator Pass Details
Spectator Passes- General Admission $35 Online $50 at the door
VIP Pass – StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm - limited quantity* - $250
VIP Perks
VIP credential
Priority check in line
Reserved front row seating at StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm competition area
Early admission to the show – Friday, March 15 at 12:30pm
Friday venue tour with Sundance DiGiovanni – Friday, March 15 at 12:45pm
Friday pre doors open reception with players – Friday, March 15 at 1-2pm
Limited edition MLG Nike hoodie
Chance to win one of 10 iBUYPOWER gaming PCs used on the MLG 2012 Pro Circuit. - Raffle will be conducted on site at 1:30pm during the VIP reception. Winners will have the PC shipped to their house post event, however side panels of the PCs will be provided on-site for player autographs.
On February 05 2013 01:16 MLG Deimos wrote: Spectator Pass Details
Spectator Passes- General Admission $35 Online $50 at the door
VIP Pass – StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm - limited quantity* - $250
VIP Perks
VIP credential
Priority check in line
Reserved front row seating at StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm competition area
Early admission to the show – Friday, March 15 at 12:30pm
Friday venue tour with Sundance DiGiovanni – Friday, March 15 at 12:45pm
Friday pre doors open reception with players – Friday, March 15 at 1-2pm
Limited edition MLG Nike hoodie
Chance to win one of 10 iBUYPOWER gaming PCs used on the MLG 2012 Pro Circuit. - Raffle will be conducted on site at 1:30pm during the VIP reception. Winners will have the PC shipped to their house post event, however side panels of the PCs will be provided on-site for player autographs.
Does that mean its 35$ to watch the stream?
No sir, $35 to spectate live for 3 days. Stream is free
On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
Well now, let's see. I'm on Quantic, and guess how many of our players got invited? Well, 1, but he turned down the invite.
Of those not invited that REALLY surprise me: Hyun (for obvious reasons) and Hwangsin (7/8'th at MLG Dallas. Really not at least invited to showmatch?).
For me it hits home hard, considering all of the work that I have put into HOTS over the past month and a half. Some of the players invited have yet to even download the game - and yet there they are, playing in an invitational.
But then again, I'm not going to continue on. What's done is done - and while I would love it for MLG to do a late open bracket (online) where ~4-8 qualify, its not going to happen. So, go IPL!
Unfortunately one of the major downsides to starcraft 2 at this point is the lack of a proper ranking system due to how tournaments are structured as of this point. When I am watching tennis for example, you have a good idea where everyone stands with their ranking but starcraft 2 has some real issues that need to be addressed.
Hopefuly this will be fixed in the upcoming years so players are picked based on their results instead of a seemingly random qualification process. Many players on the NA list are extremely good and deserve to be there but on the other hand several of the choices feel very weak.
And it's completely besides the point that it is highly likely NA or EU players will lose to a Korean in the main bracket. Arbitrary invite lists are detrimental to up and comers who had a solid chance in a qualifying tournament but aren't necessarily a household name.
On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
Well now, let's see. I'm on Quantic, and guess how many of our players got invited? Well, 1, but he turned down the invite.
Of those not invited that REALLY surprise me: Hyun (for obvious reasons) and Hwangsin (7/8'th at MLG Dallas. Really not at least invited to showmatch?).
For me it hits home hard, considering all of the work that I have put into HOTS over the past month and a half. Some of the players invited have yet to even download the game - and yet there they are, playing in an invitational.
But then again, I'm not going to continue on. What's done is done - and while I would love it for MLG to do a late open bracket (online) where ~4-8 qualify, its not going to happen. So, go IPL!
If you don't want to attend or watch, don't, but please stop following us around into every thread bashing us.
So next time MLG makes a decision the fans don't like, we'll just shut up and let things be.
On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
Well now, let's see. I'm on Quantic, and guess how many of our players got invited? Well, 1, but he turned down the invite.
Of those not invited that REALLY surprise me: Hyun (for obvious reasons) and Hwangsin (7/8'th at MLG Dallas. Really not at least invited to showmatch?).
For me it hits home hard, considering all of the work that I have put into HOTS over the past month and a half. Some of the players invited have yet to even download the game - and yet there they are, playing in an invitational.
But then again, I'm not going to continue on. What's done is done - and while I would love it for MLG to do a late open bracket (online) where ~4-8 qualify, its not going to happen. So, go IPL!
Unfortunately one of the major downsides to starcraft 2 at this point is the lack of a proper ranking system due to how tournaments are structured as of this point. When I am watching tennis for example, you have a good idea where everyone stands with their ranking but starcraft 2 has some real issues that need to be addressed.
Hopefuly this will be fixed in the upcoming years so players are picked based on their results instead of a seemingly random qualification process. Many players on the NA list are extremely good and deserve to be there but on the other hand several of the choices feel very weak.
And it's completely besides the point that it is highly likely NA or EU players will lose to a Korean in the main bracket. Arbitrary invite lists are detrimental to up and comers who had a solid chance in a qualifying tournament but aren't necessarily a household name.
The invitations were done based on the players results in 2012. We did an internal ranking of players taking into account every single global event in 2012 and selected out the regional invites based on that hierarchy. So in the end, the invitations were based on 2012 global performance.
Has the ticket price always been this high at the dallas venue? My favorite thing about MLG Orlando was the extremely cheap ticket $20 ticket prices. Of course I would still pay the 35$ but 50$ at the door is harsh and I hope people can get their tickets in advance.
On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
Well now, let's see. I'm on Quantic, and guess how many of our players got invited? Well, 1, but he turned down the invite.
Of those not invited that REALLY surprise me: Hyun (for obvious reasons) and Hwangsin (7/8'th at MLG Dallas. Really not at least invited to showmatch?).
For me it hits home hard, considering all of the work that I have put into HOTS over the past month and a half. Some of the players invited have yet to even download the game - and yet there they are, playing in an invitational.
But then again, I'm not going to continue on. What's done is done - and while I would love it for MLG to do a late open bracket (online) where ~4-8 qualify, its not going to happen. So, go IPL!
Unfortunately one of the major downsides to starcraft 2 at this point is the lack of a proper ranking system due to how tournaments are structured as of this point. When I am watching tennis for example, you have a good idea where everyone stands with their ranking but starcraft 2 has some real issues that need to be addressed.
Hopefuly this will be fixed in the upcoming years so players are picked based on their results instead of a seemingly random qualification process. Many players on the NA list are extremely good and deserve to be there but on the other hand several of the choices feel very weak.
And it's completely besides the point that it is highly likely NA or EU players will lose to a Korean in the main bracket. Arbitrary invite lists are detrimental to up and comers who had a solid chance in a qualifying tournament but aren't necessarily a household name.
If you follow tennis, you also know that there are plenty of wild-cards given to players based on criteria other than "place on ATP/WTA ranking-list".
On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
Well now, let's see. I'm on Quantic, and guess how many of our players got invited? Well, 1, but he turned down the invite.
Of those not invited that REALLY surprise me: Hyun (for obvious reasons) and Hwangsin (7/8'th at MLG Dallas. Really not at least invited to showmatch?).
For me it hits home hard, considering all of the work that I have put into HOTS over the past month and a half. Some of the players invited have yet to even download the game - and yet there they are, playing in an invitational.
But then again, I'm not going to continue on. What's done is done - and while I would love it for MLG to do a late open bracket (online) where ~4-8 qualify, its not going to happen. So, go IPL!
If you don't want to attend or watch, don't, but please stop following us around into every thread bashing us.
So next time MLG makes a decision the fans don't like, we'll just shut up and let things be.
There's a time and place to voice your concerns with MLG and how they run their events. This isn't the place for that. It ruins the mood for people who want to get excited for an event to have upset people putting a damper on every OP MLG makes on TL. They have a delightful website with representatives that I'm sure are willing to listen to well though out criticisms from those who feel the need to speak up.
On February 05 2013 01:16 MLG Deimos wrote: Spectator Pass Details
Spectator Passes- General Admission $35 Online $50 at the door
VIP Pass – StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm - limited quantity* - $250
VIP Perks
VIP credential
Priority check in line
Reserved front row seating at StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm competition area
Early admission to the show – Friday, March 15 at 12:30pm
Friday venue tour with Sundance DiGiovanni – Friday, March 15 at 12:45pm
Friday pre doors open reception with players – Friday, March 15 at 1-2pm
Limited edition MLG Nike hoodie
Chance to win one of 10 iBUYPOWER gaming PCs used on the MLG 2012 Pro Circuit. - Raffle will be conducted on site at 1:30pm during the VIP reception. Winners will have the PC shipped to their house post event, however side panels of the PCs will be provided on-site for player autographs.
Does that mean its 35$ to watch the stream?
No sir, $35 to spectate live for 3 days. Stream is free
I should learn to read, my bad, sorry! Thanks for the clarification though! I don't understand the extremes of MLG. Either its stream free or stream expensive haha. Just an observation. If you just would make it 5$ I think a lot of people would buy it ! Thanks for caring for your thread, too often we see an OP and no answers to the before-posted OP !
On February 05 2013 01:16 MLG Deimos wrote: Spectator Pass Details
Spectator Passes- General Admission $35 Online $50 at the door
VIP Pass – StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm - limited quantity* - $250
VIP Perks
VIP credential
Priority check in line
Reserved front row seating at StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm competition area
Early admission to the show – Friday, March 15 at 12:30pm
Friday venue tour with Sundance DiGiovanni – Friday, March 15 at 12:45pm
Friday pre doors open reception with players – Friday, March 15 at 1-2pm
Limited edition MLG Nike hoodie
Chance to win one of 10 iBUYPOWER gaming PCs used on the MLG 2012 Pro Circuit. - Raffle will be conducted on site at 1:30pm during the VIP reception. Winners will have the PC shipped to their house post event, however side panels of the PCs will be provided on-site for player autographs.
Does that mean its 35$ to watch the stream?
No sir, $35 to spectate live for 3 days. Stream is free
I should learn to read, my bad, sorry! Thanks for the clarification though! I don't understand the extremes of MLG. Either its stream free or stream expensive haha. Just an observation. If you just would make it 5$ I think a lot of people would buy it ! Thanks for caring for your thread, too often we see an OP and no answers to the before-posted OP !
Thanks for your support we have some exciting stream details to share soon.
Oh whew, I thought the stream would be pay to view also, but luckily, MLG cleared that up Looking forward to seeing some great StarCraft, conflict about qualifiers and seeds be damned.
On February 05 2013 03:12 BisuDagger wrote: Has the ticket price always been this high at the dallas venue? My favorite thing about MLG Orlando was the extremely cheap ticket $20 ticket prices. Of course I would still pay the 35$ but 50$ at the door is harsh and I hope people can get their tickets in advance.
Yes, it was $20.00 several years ago; however, the spectator passes for the past few years have been $35.00 (and still are ONLINE). However, door prices will now be $50.00.
If anybody is interested in being a Brand Ambassador, and attends a college near Dallas, please send me a PM. As a brand ambassador for the Dallas event, you would help us promote the MLG Event on your campus or at near by businesses.
The invitations were done based on the players results in 2012. We did an internal ranking of players taking into account every single global event in 2012 and selected out the regional invites based on that hierarchy. So in the end, the invitations were based on 2012 global performance.[/QUOTE]
Curious as to how you rated them and if the public would be able to see those 'internal' rankings. Something like this would be a value add to fans of MLG.
The invitations were done based on the players results in 2012. We did an internal ranking of players taking into account every single global event in 2012 and selected out the regional invites based on that hierarchy. So in the end, the invitations were based on 2012 global performance.
Curious as to how you rated them and if the public would be able to see those 'internal' rankings. Something like this would be a value add to fans of MLG.
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It will only introduce more drama. What's done is done - I made the mistake of trying to argue and unarguable situation, when it is best just to move on.
Accept what has happened - I think MLG realizes that the community heavily dislikes this format of invite-only, so we can only hope that the rest of the MLGs won't be the same.
ahh.. im not trying to start drama..im just curious. I am a huge rankings/stats fan.. always interested in how orgs come up with their rankings.
Of course the only accurate tournament ranking system is www.esportranks.com
I just have to get it updated to reflect all of 2012 and the upcoming 2013 events. So much to do.. so little time
I will say though.. in agreement that 'invite' events are not healthy for growth in eSports... but MLG has a business to run and their model is about supporting their brand. You are right about just having to accept it and move on.
On February 07 2013 06:40 ES_JohnClark wrote: ahh.. im not trying to start drama..im just curious. I am a huge rankings/stats fan.. always interested in how orgs come up with their rankings.
Of course the only accurate tournament ranking system is www.esportranks.com
I just have to get it updated to reflect all of 2012 and the upcoming 2013 events. So much to do.. so little time
I will say though.. in agreement that 'invite' events are not healthy for growth in eSports... but MLG has a business to run and their model is about supporting their brand. You are right about just having to accept it and move on.
i would also like to see the rankings just for the hell of it. Heh and glon, stop sounding like me, you really dont want to go down my path lol...
Also what are gold memberships good for now? as the stream is free, and the 10$ discount on championship competitor passes isnt being honored as there isnt a competition to compete in. Despite being a championship in the category.
On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
Well now, let's see. I'm on Quantic, and guess how many of our players got invited? Well, 1, but he turned down the invite.
Of those not invited that REALLY surprise me: Hyun (for obvious reasons) and Hwangsin (7/8'th at MLG Dallas. Really not at least invited to showmatch?).
For me it hits home hard, considering all of the work that I have put into HOTS over the past month and a half. Some of the players invited have yet to even download the game - and yet there they are, playing in an invitational.
But then again, I'm not going to continue on. What's done is done - and while I would love it for MLG to do a late open bracket (online) where ~4-8 qualify, its not going to happen. So, go IPL!
If you don't want to attend or watch, don't, but please stop following us around into every thread bashing us.
I agree with you Adam, that dude's post is super annoying and I hate people that do stuff like that.
That being said someone is going to get hurt if there is no Columbus event this year... turning your back on Ohio, what would your mother say. T_T
Superduper pumped for Dallas either way, but i'm keeping my eye on you!
General Admission spectator passes for the Dallas event are on sale now. Get yours now for $35.00. If you wait to purchase at the door, they will be $50.00
Solid lineup (both casters and players)- I wonder who will be able to take down Life, Leenock and PartinG? Can't wait to see SaSe drop some OP skytoss in here
I live no where near dallas but that VIP pass looks so tantilzing. If I were able to go I might spluge for it even though that is about two months income for me....
On February 18 2013 22:59 Crownlol wrote: Solid lineup (both casters and players)- I wonder who will be able to take down Life, Leenock and PartinG? Can't wait to see SaSe drop some OP skytoss in here
Remember that they will be playing HoTS. The meta for zergs has changed quite a bit and mass ling will no longer work hellbats plus medivacs drops are tough to deal with. And PartinG is still focused on WoL due to GSL.
Deadline to book your hotel room is fast approaching. There are numerous other conventions at the same time, so make sure you book ASAP before they are all sold out.
Deadline to book at the Adolphus in the MLG block is in just 2 days.
On February 19 2013 01:32 stjartrov wrote: At first glance 250 $ sounded like a lot but the perks do make a solid case! The tour, reception with players and hoodie sounds cool.
No chance of going to MLG though, a bit too far. Have fun ya'll who plan on going!
On February 19 2013 01:32 stjartrov wrote: At first glance 250 $ sounded like a lot but the perks do make a solid case! The tour, reception with players and hoodie sounds cool.
No chance of going to MLG though, a bit too far. Have fun ya'll who plan on going!
Sc2 VIP is almost sold out. Just over 10 left.
Mind answering how many there were to begin with?
Also, if you are reserving with the Adolphus, you have to give them a call, as their website will say that they are full and unavailable. (last checked 10 days ago).
Parking will be $26 x 2 ($52 for both nights) which is steep, and tipping the valet will only make it worse.
I have budgeted out $800 for this trip altogether (driving) and am a bit worried about the lack of open bracket, and this being my first MLG, I hope that the experience will be the same or better than previous MLGs.
MLG this looks sick, I can't wait for this tournament. Also if its not too late please try to come back to the Northeast like you did with Providence last year, I want to go again but with a VIP pass this time ^.^
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On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
Well now, let's see. I'm on Quantic, and guess how many of our players got invited? Well, 1, but he turned down the invite.
Of those not invited that REALLY surprise me: Hyun (for obvious reasons) and Hwangsin (7/8'th at MLG Dallas. Really not at least invited to showmatch?).
For me it hits home hard, considering all of the work that I have put into HOTS over the past month and a half. Some of the players invited have yet to even download the game - and yet there they are, playing in an invitational.
But then again, I'm not going to continue on. What's done is done - and while I would love it for MLG to do a late open bracket (online) where ~4-8 qualify, its not going to happen. So, go IPL!
If you don't want to attend or watch, don't, but please stop following us around into every thread bashing us.
So next time MLG makes a decision the fans don't like, we'll just shut up and let things be.
The guy obviously has a personal vendetta.
Invite only tournaments are going to happen sometimes and undoubtedly someone's favorite will be left out, they can't invite everyone. Deal with it.
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Although it isn't my favorite format all the time, I'm pretty pumped for a big single elimination bracket.
No talk of extended series, just straight up win or go home.
Again, I wouldn't want this every tournament but it will be fun to see what these guys come up with on the spot knowing that you have to get off the plane ready to go or your tournament is over. Should be a great event.
So excited to be going to my first MLG event! I've got my bracket to fill out =). I'll also be writing an article about the event for Examiner.com to get the word out - yay, eSports!
On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
Well now, let's see. I'm on Quantic, and guess how many of our players got invited? Well, 1, but he turned down the invite.
Of those not invited that REALLY surprise me: Hyun (for obvious reasons) and Hwangsin (7/8'th at MLG Dallas. Really not at least invited to showmatch?).
For me it hits home hard, considering all of the work that I have put into HOTS over the past month and a half. Some of the players invited have yet to even download the game - and yet there they are, playing in an invitational.
But then again, I'm not going to continue on. What's done is done - and while I would love it for MLG to do a late open bracket (online) where ~4-8 qualify, its not going to happen. So, go IPL!
If you don't want to attend or watch, don't, but please stop following us around into every thread bashing us.
I guess it is not a professional or necessary way to handle such stuff openly by a gaming league (which by the way wants to go mainstream). What kind of employee does that to its league?
On February 19 2013 01:32 stjartrov wrote: At first glance 250 $ sounded like a lot but the perks do make a solid case! The tour, reception with players and hoodie sounds cool.
No chance of going to MLG though, a bit too far. Have fun ya'll who plan on going!
Little confusing the way that is set up. It shouldn't be read top 2, it should be 2nd. Not top 4, but 3-4. At least that is what i assume since I am pretty sure life has a higher than 13% chance of catching his flight to Dallas.
On March 14 2013 08:03 Qikz wrote: How is Flash only at 2% to win? I'm confused how you've worked that out :p
Because Flash isn't that high up on that ranking system, largely because he hasn't played against all that many great players, plays a lot in Proleague against not very high ranking people and doesn't always win. He's still quite high up in that list.
I just got a HD Code for MLG. Anyone knows why? I have not paid anything and I there was no transaction from my account or PayPal (of that I am sure, because it's one day before paycheck and I don't even have 1€ there :D). I am not complaining, just wondering why I got it
On March 14 2013 09:01 Ammanas wrote: I just got a HD Code for MLG. Anyone knows why? I have not paid anything and I there was no transaction from my account or PayPal (of that I am sure, because it's one day before paycheck and I don't even have 1€ there :D). I am not complaining, just wondering why I got it
I also got one and was wondering the same. I did have like a full year gold membership (or something of that kind) last year so maybe it's connected to that in some way.
Yeah I just was able to navigate the mlg site and it says my gold membership ends on March 24, 2013. You probably have something similar, I had completely forgot about it.
On March 14 2013 09:18 nihlon wrote: Yeah I just was able to navigate the mlg site and it says my gold membership ends on March 24, 2013. You probably have something similar, I had completely forgot about it.
lol indeed, I am the same. I completely forgot that I paid for gold membership year ago and I just checked the page and it says 'Your membership term ends on May 06, 2013.'
On March 14 2013 09:18 nihlon wrote: Yeah I just was able to navigate the mlg site and it says my gold membership ends on March 24, 2013. You probably have something similar, I had completely forgot about it.
Yep, gold members get it free....
For existing MLG Gold League Members, and Dallas Winter Championship purchasers, check your email for your Twitch.tv HD voucher code.
i lucked out and got saturday and sunday off of work so i'll be watching a ton of MLG this weekend. will miss the first couple hours tho. got my hd code today too! can't wait for some sexy 1080p HotS action
On February 05 2013 01:32 Glon wrote: T.T would be so hyped if there was a fair invite/qualification process. Now won't bother watching much except for top 8 - the skill won't be there
Out of curiosity who of those who won't be attending do you think really would've had a shot at making top 16 or so? I wish there was an open bracket too but other than some of the weaker NA players invited the invites are all pretty solid. I suppose more Koreans?
Well now, let's see. I'm on Quantic, and guess how many of our players got invited? Well, 1, but he turned down the invite.
Of those not invited that REALLY surprise me: Hyun (for obvious reasons) and Hwangsin (7/8'th at MLG Dallas. Really not at least invited to showmatch?).
For me it hits home hard, considering all of the work that I have put into HOTS over the past month and a half. Some of the players invited have yet to even download the game - and yet there they are, playing in an invitational.
But then again, I'm not going to continue on. What's done is done - and while I would love it for MLG to do a late open bracket (online) where ~4-8 qualify, its not going to happen. So, go IPL!
Be realistic, 90% of the viewers would replace Hwangsin for Flash any day. Hyun not being invited is too bad, but he doesn't have a lot of stardust either.
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