This is the first of 2 qualifiers for our OSC Global All-Stars $1000 Tournament. We want to see who the 'best foreigner' is on the day! This qualifier will be open to the EU, NA, SEA, and Chinese regions, and require citizenship of these nations to participate. The Global All-Stars Tournament is sponsored by Eddie, PSISTORM Gaming, ADVMoto Magazine, and Saulo Silva fine photography.
Qualifier #1 starts at Friday, Jan 16 10:00am GMT (GMT+00:00) NA server
Top 4 qualify for the main event on Saturday, Jan 17 11:00pm GMT (GMT+00:00). There is no $ prize for this qualifier, only progression to the finals.
Qualifier format will be DE, Bo3 upper bracket, Bo1 lower until 7/8th placing where it becomes Bo3.
To signup, Post your NA ID, Account most known by (If different from registered account, eg EU, KR ID), Team/Clan and Country.
Example: TossImba.111 ( Scarlett ) - Team Acer - Canada
Join the Group OSC when the tournament begins
$1000 Prizepool!
1st $500
2nd $200
3rd $125
4th $75
5/6th $50 each
$ = USD
OSC Points:
(Points count towards $4000+ end of year tournament and other bonuses)
1st 350 OSC points
2nd 225 OSC points
3rd 175 OSC points
4th 100 OSC points
5/6th 75 OSC points each
7/8th 40 OSC points each
Invited Players:
MajOr, Kane, puCK, qxc
PiG, CatZ, uThermal, TargA
Pezz, XY, EnDerr, Intense
Jim, iaguz, DemiLove, Hitman
sWs, Frustration, Phog, Blysk
MacSed, Snute Harstem Astrea
Plus 8 spots open via qualifiers!
$1000 32 Player Double Elimination Finals
Saturday, Jan 17 11:00pm GMT (GMT+00:00)
Map Pool:
King Sejong Station LE, Overgrowth LE, Catallena LE, Merry Go Round LE, Deadwing LE, Foxtrot Labs LE + Nimbus LE
Both players take turns to veto 2 maps from the map pool, so there is 3 left, then they each select the map they most want if they lose, and start with the remaining map. Any problems, consult with admin.
Default server is North America, however if both players agree, their series can be played on another server, but must you notify admin before + after. In the event of disagreement, Game 1 will be played on NA, and the loser can pick the server for the next map.
Players are advised to join the in game group OSC on NA server, so they can contact their opponents and admin.
Casters:
Qualifier 1:
Metalcore
TBA
Only official tournament streams and casters are allowed to observe/stream matches. No first person streams.
Admin team: DevianT, Elusory and Namakaye
Event Sponsors
Without these companies contributing to our tournament it's fair to say the prizepool would be far smaller. But it's not just about the $'s. All these companies have a long history of supporting Starcraft 2 and esports. They care about the scene and the community. So many thanks to them all! If you esports fans, players etc can send them some love and thanks for supporting SC2 + the Oseanic Championship Series it would be appreciated in return. They all are leaders in their industry, so if it comes down to a choice between brands, pick these guys who support esports!
PSISTORM Gaming
With the catch phrase "Energizing The Game", PSISTORM GAMING, founded on the 27th of August, 2014, is a primarily Starcraft 2 organization composed of players who believe in good mannered play, enthusiastic sportsmanship, and above all, a love for the game. Originally part of KJ clan from karljay.com which has existed for over a decade from the days of BroodWar, the team has been rebranded as a new organization with sponsorship and big plans. The organization has hosted special showmatches with INcontroL, Hendralisk and EnDerr, as well casual tournaments with a significant prize pool for amateurs.
The team has grown to have 4 pro, 2 academy Grand Master players with all but 1 from the USA. The casual team consists of many players who organize tournaments, leagues and other events, being active differently with casting, writing articles, and other contributions. The also recently picked up our own local hero EnDerr! Be sure to give them a follow on twitter to stay up to date with all news and results.
ADVMoto Magazine
Adventure Motorcycle (ADVMoto) is a publication focused on the idea, "ordinary people do extraordinary things." From big to small, and to any corner of the world, ADVMoto wants everyone to explore with the most elegant, fun, efficient and versatile motor vehicle ever made. ADVMoto is available in both print and digital formats.
Direct mail paper copy subscriptions are available in North America and are found in more than 700 bookstores around the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Brazil and Puerto Rico. Digital subscriptions are offered in both online PDF download and page-flip formats.
The ADVMoto app is also available on Apple and Android marketplaces by searching "Adventure Motorcycle." Yearly digital subscription packages start at 12USD per year (6 issues) and offer fantastic value for money. Check out what makes ADVMoto the number one adventure riding magazine around the world at AdventureMotorcycle.com
Saulo Silva fine photography
Saulo Silva is a photographer, motorcyclist and Geophysicist. When off-duty from the industry, he seeks the place, the light and the angle for unique captures.
Always "armed" with a camera to not let opportunities slip away, he will strive to bring home images to please the eye, be it a brief witness of nature, a beautiful smile or a unexpected gesture.
Working under an assignment, he will define the "shooting mission" with the customer to make it the ultimate photographic experience. Assignment photography brings pictures that are guaranteed to be exclusive to the customer, adding great value to them. The possibilities are limitless.
If you're looking for a unique and really exclusive gift to give to someone special, perhaps a Saulo Silva print is just what you're looking for!
The Oseanic StarCraft 2 Championship Series (OSC) is the Oceanic, South East Asian and Chinese regional championship, which follows a yearly season format, where players earn points for placing in all partnered tournaments. (Only around the top 25% gain points from each tournament). The top 32 players ranked via the OSC Player Leader board at the end of the season are then invited to play in the 2 day minimum $4000+ Grand Finale to determine the yearly champion!
GuMiho was 2014's Champion, taking out the $3500 finals series.
PiG was 2013's Champion, taking out the $2100 finals series.