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GOMTV GSL Ro64 Day 6 - Event Coverage
This was the day we had all been waiting for. Dario, TheLittleOne, enters his booth to set up.
Setting up white balance.
After I introduce myself to Nazgul and Jinro, I ask how they felt about Dario's soon to be performance against LosirA. "He will win, 100%." Jonathan replies with a smirk. "This is his best match up, and he is fully prepared. He will win" replies Victor. I felt their confidence. Like many followers of TLO, his creativity and skill level have shown us that he is no push over. For many, a win for Dario seemed inevitable, but his opponent isn't a nobody. LosirA was a B-team Broodwar pro, and unlike many BW crossover players, is quite young.
Chillin' out, watching their team mate put on a clinic.
Young, fresh out of BW, LosirA is hungry for a kill
If you watched Friday's games, then you know that LTO was extremely prepared for this match, and debuted some great builds that showcase his ability to leave no stone unturned when searching for an advantage. TLO's fast hellion build required constant and accurate control, but payed off in a unit composition that allowed for speed, good damage output, and a good transition into the late game.
TLO's hunger for Korean BBQ knows no bounds.
To put it short, TLO's build allowed for early harass, superior mobility, and a late game evolution that was matched to his opponents unit composition. Despite this, LosirA was no push over. Even though his army was composed primarily of roaches, LosirA applied continuous pressure that kept TLO on his toes for a majority of the game. "I didn't expect him to be that good. I was surprised" admitted TLO after the match
In many ways game two was much more standard, as TLO decided to evolve into a more marauder / medivac harass build. But, the aspect of this match that was the most remarkable to me as an audience member was something that often gets lost in the intensity of pro Esports: fun and playfulness. I could tell that while TLO was focused on the win, he was really enjoying himself. The moment became apparent was when I saw this:
Never a good thing to see as a zerg player.
TLO, dancing his medivacs all over the zerg base, decides to drop maurauders into the zerg unit ball to snipe banelings! While all of this provides a tactical advantage to TLO, this is definitely flair, which was a treat to see so early in the tournament. TLO was having a blast, and it was great to watch. Needless to say, LosirA was toast.
For possibly the first time in the entire match, TLO gets to close his eyes.
Representing for the weagook community.
The German Terran, always a gentleman.
Next up was the match between CheckPrime and NewWeRRa. Game one was, well, laughable. Let's just say ......
...Dario had no idea what was going on.
Checkprime took 7 of the 12 expansions (compared to NewWeRRa's 3), including both islands using nydus worms. NewWeRRa sat, made stalkers, and lost. While the second game showed NewWeRRa coming out of his turtle shell a bit, CheckPrime merely took advantage of the mobility of speedlings and overlord drops to increase an already 2 base advantage and take game 2. For the most part, a one sided affair.
Couldn't cut the mustard.
Next up was oGsHyperDub vs. DosWeRRa. The Team Liquid crew made sure to stay to show support for their oGs housemate.
Making sure HyperDub's skills are up to snuff.
I must have confused him when asking for a pose...
DosWeRRa opened with 5gates, 1 robo, and 1 stargate, which was confusing, but ended up being the correct choice. Hyperdub decided to go mass banshee with a small marine support, and the combination of storms, pheonixes, and observers from DosWeRRa was too much to handle.
In game two TLO, Jinro, and Nazgul all agreed that DosWeRRa's choice to send out 3 probes to assure that he enter's Hyperdub's base ASAP was a mistake. While Dos got a very fast 2 gate proxy in his enemy's base, Hyperdub reacted perfectly, building a bunker near his minerals, and sneaking out a reaper to decimate his opponent. Easy win.
Hyperdub must have not been in the mood to draw things out, as he went for the jugular in game three with a 4 rax, 2 reactor, all marine timing push that worked beautifully. A great scan to detect a warping cannon on higher ground prevented any hope for DosWeRRa's defense, and oGs gets another player into Ro32.
The studio was quite packed in comparison to the other days, with the bleachers pretty much full. Also, Fans were cheering loud for their favorites, and even brought signs!
TorcH checking out the events on his last day in Korea. We'll miss you!
The crew member with the shoulder mounted camera loves to watch the games in the downtime, and is one of my favorites. And, when he jumps up and rushes to a booth, you know someone is about to win. It adds energy to the climaxes of each round.
The final match between eScJung and justfakeWeRRa opened with eSc building 4 gates, a stargate, a council, and a robotics bay. When justfake pushed with an all-in consisting of tanks and marines, eSc's army was too thin and too spread out. Even though he managed to lift 3 tanks, eSc could not defend
A more elegant build order would have helped eSc
Electorlites, good for any sport.
Game two follows the same suit: justfake creates a superior composition and, as Artosis put it, "steamrolls" eSc into oblivion.
weRRa in the spotlight once again.
The only downside of these matches was that TheLittleOne's refreshing style made the games following seem a little dull. That dullness, combined with talking shop with members of team liquid, made the rest of the games seem like a blur. Nevertheless, some great all in strategies were shown, and we are one step closer to the Ro32.
The team in high spirits.
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niccceeeee
tlo so happy :D
really awesome job . great pics
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Awesome, thx a lot for the pics!!!!
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wow really great coverage
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wow there are a really few people watching gsl... Super daniel man was right
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Germany / USA16648 Posts
I thought you said you wouldn't be able to make it to TLO's match? Im glad you could! Instant-spotlighted  Great job
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Nice pics. I was thinking while watching his matches how TLO is such a huge fan favorite. I was wondering what the reasons are for his huge appeal, personally he is my favorite due to his tremendous creativity.
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If TLO and Tester's previous game history is any guide, RO32 can be truly amazing. Can't wait!
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is it just me, or when Jinro smiles he's totally like mr. trollface? 
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Awesome post and many plus because of the pictures!
Keep it up!
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good job!
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On September 11 2010 22:13 skAnarky wrote:Couldn't cut the mustard.
Hey, Kwanro! How you doing? Good?
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Nice pics. Always good to hear from our heroes
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i loved this pictures.
Please bring us more in the next rounds!
and thanks for the great coverage.
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Oh man you could really see TLO worried in the 1st match.Then he was like super laser concentration mode, go! So glad he didn't get an easy win and it was actually a challenging/exciting game to see.
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awesome, love the coverage
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On September 11 2010 22:42 Redmark wrote:Hey, Kwanro! How you doing? Good?
kwanro/pure hybrid perhaps?
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Great writeup! TLO spreading the love.
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lol... TLO's face is so epicly happy these words are a mere micrometer of the distance his happiness stretches.....
UNTIL HE WINS THE NEXT ROUND! CALLING IT!
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TLO's play was pretty cool, I didn't notice seeing any other mech TvZ so far? Maybe it's because I missed a few games, but it was very nice to not see reaper rushes for once
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I'd love to see the interview TLO gave to the Koreans, and with translation. (I assume the pic is not from the English interview, as I don't recall that moment)
On September 11 2010 22:51 EleanorRIgby wrote:Show nested quote +On September 11 2010 22:42 Redmark wrote:On September 11 2010 22:13 skAnarky wrote:Couldn't cut the mustard. Hey, Kwanro! How you doing? Good? kwanro/pure hybrid perhaps? I thought they were already hybrids, along with Effort.
Xel'Naga spies. >.>
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On September 11 2010 23:03 figq wrote:
I'd love to see the interview TLO gave to the Koreans, and with translation. (I assume the pic is not from the English interview, as I don't recall that moment?
It is from the English interview, but possibly from the pre-interview setup.
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Got up and watched TLO at 5 am but after Check's match i couldnt stay awake anymore so i missed the others, but honestly after TLO i knew all the other games werent going to be as appealing.
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What's with Jinro's apparent hatred of sleeves??!
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oh this was a spoiler thread, didnt know that... I guess thats what "clean sweep" means?
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Great coverage, skAnarky! Thank you very much.
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TLO is great, but where's my extra IdrA coverage?
Great nonetheless.
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On September 11 2010 22:31 Grond wrote:
Nice pics. I was thinking while watching his matches how TLO is such a huge fan favorite. I was wondering what the reasons are for his huge appeal, personally he is my favorite due to his tremendous creativity.
I think his player name TLO has a lot to do with it, it's unique, it's easy to remember, and it just sounds good.
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great news
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Great writeup. I watched it all but I so easily forget what happened.
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nice coverage TLO FIGHTING!
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On September 11 2010 22:51 EleanorRIgby wrote:Show nested quote +On September 11 2010 22:42 Redmark wrote:On September 11 2010 22:13 skAnarky wrote:Couldn't cut the mustard. Hey, Kwanro! How you doing? Good? kwanro/pure hybrid perhaps?
wow, this is so accurate that it's scary o.O
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TLO FIGHTING! i was so scared i would miss his matches when i woke up a little late but HOT DAMN! he was sooo good. TLO vs IdrA finals! me wants to see that
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Great coverage, after reading it I feel I was there. Really good job.
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On September 11 2010 22:51 EleanorRIgby wrote:Show nested quote +On September 11 2010 22:42 Redmark wrote:On September 11 2010 22:13 skAnarky wrote:Couldn't cut the mustard. Hey, Kwanro! How you doing? Good? kwanro/pure hybrid perhaps?
Haha; I can definitely see it. Jinro is the one with the superhero chin... chin?
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Good stuff, I really enjoyed the TLO games above all others and it had nothing to do with him being a foreigner. All around solid play from TLO in RO64. I hope he can keep it up. i think there is much stiffer competition in the tournament, althoug I think losira would have also gone further in the tour had he not faced TLO in RO64. Not the most amazing transition from losira, but especially in game 1 it was clear that he was in it to win it and wasn't going to tap out until he had no options left.
Some of the players like newwerra seemed very amateur in their approach, but i suppose it's no suprise as sc2 is in its infancy. I just hate seeing someone making it that far in a tournament and knowing I could do better with as little practice as i have working 60 hour weeks. /sadface
Can't wait for day 7~
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On September 11 2010 22:51 EleanorRIgby wrote:Show nested quote +On September 11 2010 22:42 Redmark wrote:On September 11 2010 22:13 skAnarky wrote:Couldn't cut the mustard. Hey, Kwanro! How you doing? Good? kwanro/pure hybrid perhaps?
Also Check like an awful lot like ZerO.
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Thanks for the pics! Go TLO!
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Awesome, thanks! Love the shitload of pics
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I just felt bad for that zerg vs TLO. He played amazing and it really wasn't that close.
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As great as TLO played, I felt like Losira played better. He adapted brilliantly, had better mechanics, and was just outstanding in general. Really wish he would have had a chance to play TLO in a later round.
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awesome read, thx for this, Team liquid fighting XD
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Nice pics. Not much of a audience in the background ;
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Who does TLO play next? CheckPrime?
Was a sick game; Grats to TLO
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Good stuff, tx. Go TL(O)! And yeah that one guy does look like a kwanro/pure hybrid. :D
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On September 11 2010 23:38 gozima wrote:
TLO is great, but where's my extra IdrA coverage?
Great nonetheless.
Apart from the video interview by Artosis it should be on the EG homepage, shouldnt it?
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Awesome report, awesome games. Hoping for lots more coverage as we move into the later rounds.
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Good pics and comments, thanks
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I don't suppose there are videos...
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TLO is just fantastic, I still remember playing him and his brother in Supcom and getting destroyed by stuff that never entered my mind as viable tactics. This kind of player is what RTS e-sports needs.
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Great coverage, its amazing how TLO managed to destroy his oponent like a diamond could vs to a bronce player.
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On September 12 2010 01:36 MasterFwiffo wrote:
I don't suppose there are videos...
Just photos for now. Also, I don't think they would like me nosing around their studio with a video camera. That's their thing, and their turf. I'm just glad I have the freedom to go where I want to take pics.
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Awesome write up. Great pictures too. TorcH is actually kinda cute XD - TorcH, Thanks for all the help you gave us to make this event enjoyable to everyone.
I'm so happy that TLO moved forward. Not many foreigners left, only TLO and Idra as far as I know. I hope they can both make it all the way to the final!
I don't really get to watch it live, since it's at 5am here -.- So all I can do is just look at the results really.
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Thanks for the great coverage!
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Really great post and pics, thanks!
/cheer TLO!
/cheer TLAF!
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Thank you ! The last pic is very nice.
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Jinroooo, why did you shave? You looked like a gigaballer. Congrats, TLO. Great play!
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Thanks for the pics! Nice job TLO.
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the players look so happy while they're playing!
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Russian Federation1132 Posts
HyperDub laughing is so cute, man.
Thanx for photos. Great.
And TLO played well, also i wanna agree that Losira played well too.
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Ahh now that I saw the matches I can look at this thread safely
Awesome pics and writeup. ThNks for helping us feel like we are there! 
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On September 11 2010 22:51 EleanorRIgby wrote:Show nested quote +On September 11 2010 22:42 Redmark wrote:On September 11 2010 22:13 skAnarky wrote:Couldn't cut the mustard. Hey, Kwanro! How you doing? Good? kwanro/pure hybrid perhaps?
So Duran's been working it seems..
(I haven't played SC2 campaign)
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On September 12 2010 00:53 fnaticAugury wrote:
As great as TLO played, I felt like Losira played better. He adapted brilliantly, had better mechanics, and was just outstanding in general. Really wish he would have had a chance to play TLO in a later round.
I thought Losira's play was pretty exciting, but if he lost 2-0, we can't really say it was better...
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A very well constructed post! It brought out the highlights of the day and a lot of nice little snippets of the atmosphere. Losira's play was definately impressive. I think tastosis overhyped TLO's build. It's a great build but it is an extremely micro intensive build from the looks of it. Many of the copycats will get decimated because they just lack the micro to keep the zerg at bay. I think the 5 rax reaper build is much more influential. TLO's drop micro in game 2 was very sweet, something most people only dream of being able to do!
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Awesome post! More like this =)
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thedeadhaji
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hmmmmmm intersting venue...
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I love the venue. It's small, for sure, but really allows fans to be close to all the players. If it was like the yongsan venue, I would rarely be able to talk to players, and could never get close shots like these. Every time I watch games I like it more and more.
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lmao at that guy making the perfect xD face after he won!!!
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thanks for the pics and coverage!
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TLO fighting! Represent Teamliquid!
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Great pictures, thanks for the write up!
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Thanks for the writeup - I really enjoyed the behind-the-scenes look at the place! :D
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DARIO FIGHTING~~~~~~
Thank you for your contributions skanarky.
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omg nice coverage, love it - thanks! <3
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Woot woot! One of the few Terran's I'll actually root for!
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On September 11 2010 23:42 Dionyseus wrote:Show nested quote +On September 11 2010 22:31 Grond wrote:
Nice pics. I was thinking while watching his matches how TLO is such a huge fan favorite. I was wondering what the reasons are for his huge appeal, personally he is my favorite due to his tremendous creativity. I think his player name TLO has a lot to do with it, it's unique, it's easy to remember, and it just sounds good.
pretty sure a lot of people started following him after his game on metalopolis against nazgul. Easily the most epic game of phase 1 beta imo.
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Weagook is now my favorite word.
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Great coverage, keep up the good work TLO Fighting!
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lmao @ super duper happy :D
asians are so funny
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Nice post with great pictures
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It'll be nice when they can get more of a crowd in there, such a small amount of people, very surprising.
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TLO!!Show those koreans how we do it in germany.We are holding our flag high!
WE'RE NOT WORTHY!
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Why were there so few people watching?
Man I gotta buy that GOMTv pass, I just wish it wasnt a program and just a fee.
Loving the esports, great that there are some non-koreans in the crowd !
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hope to see torch again soon
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Great pics, love the coverage.
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nazgul looks weird without a beard.
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