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Hello there!
Back in the SC2 beta I used to play random, which is something I also did in WC3. Random is fun, diverse, you get all the good stuff from all the 3 races. However in 1on1 I figured, I have to pick a race if I want to improve. Right now in terms of 1v1 I am jack of all trades, but a master of none. In 2on2s I play random, I am diamond there and it is all good since it is 2on2. But 1v1? Hell, I have to choose a race. Unfortunately: I can't, so I'd like to have advice.
Terran
I like the huge amount of strategic options you have with terran. I also find the mirror match the most fun of all mirror matches and I alos feel quite confident about it since I was good at TvT during beta and have a good sense at what to do against T as T when I play 2v2.
However, I kinda dislike Terran for some reason. When I watch pro games, I'd always cheer for the Protoss or Zerg. I don't why. T somehow feels a bit abusive to me and I am not like "Terran has such cool units, wow!". P and Z are just cooler and more stylish.
Protoss
The few games of SC:BW I played, I played Protoss. Since my favourite race in WC3 was Orc, who also have high cost, strong units as protoss, I feel naturally drawn to Protoss.
I feel comfortable playing Protoss and I love microing the Protoss units. I like the style of the race and the unit design. One thing I don't like is the feeling of being not as flexible as the other races. I always feel very defensive and scared as Protoss until mid/late game.
Zerg
Zerg is great. Love the look, love the way they are played. I like the fast units and the counter attack style as well as their harassment options. The only cons are:
1. Zerg is the most difficult to learn race, which needs lots of practice.
2. Zerg is not as cool as Protoss.
So from how I feel about the races, what do you think is what I am looking for? Please also consider my WC3 background.
I actually find this thread pretty dumb and I am kind of ashamed for it, but... I don't wanna play 2on2 anymore as random, always saying to myself: "When you made up your mind which race to play, then start playing 1on1."
So I want you guys to decide on my behalf.
Thanks for everyone not laughing at me and helping me out with this identity crisis.
Poll: Which race should I choose?Dude, just play random if you can't decide... (160) 54% Protoss (77) 26% Zerg (31) 10% Terran (28) 9% 296 total votes Your vote: Which race should I choose? (Vote): Terran
(Vote): Protoss
(Vote): Zerg
(Vote): Dude, just play random if you can't decide...
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start with random, get to know every race in depth, see which one you like most or suits your type of play and go 
Anyhow, random ftw
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There is nothing wrong with playing random  There is also nothing wrong with playing one race, then swapping to another for a while. Do whatever you get the most enjoyment from.
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Its really only possible for yourself to decide. Yes go with the one you feel most comfortable with.
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I think you should choose zerg, definitely not Terran. My opinion about Terran is the same as yours, they are good, tons of strategies, but I dislike them. I am switching between protoss and zerg a lot, (few months of this, few months of that) and playing protoss now.
I think zerg, if played correctly (Which you will learn in time) will be the most fun ^^. You do however need some endurance (my younger brother plays zerg and owns me. I'm just nog patient enough to learn zerg to its fullest  ).
good luck on picking your race though ^^
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Random, get the best of all.
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i played orc in wc3 like u and played protoss right away from beta.
no regrets till now.
playing terran as an orc it just feels like u would betray ur orc brothers just like lyn did.
so play protoss!
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I understand your situation, once you play random for a good period of time you are attached to all three races for different reasons and its hard to settle. I would just keep playing and watching pros play, eventually something will stick out to you and help you decide.
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There is no one race fits all answer. You just have to play and play and see what you enjoy the most. I currently like Protoss, although Zerg is starting to look appealing for some reason. Tastes change over time so what you pick now could be different in the future. The only way you can possibly know what race you will pick will be the one you dominate in and enjoy is if your....Tasteless...>_>.
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On January 17 2011 08:33 Liveon wrote:I think you should choose zerg, definitely not Terran. My opinion about Terran is the same as yours, they are good, tons of strategies, but I dislike them. I am switching between protoss and zerg a lot, (few months of this, few months of that) and playing protoss now. I think zerg, if played correctly (Which you will learn in time) will be the most fun ^^. You do however need some endurance (my younger brother plays zerg and owns me. I'm just nog patient enough to learn zerg to its fullest ). good luck on picking your race though ^^
Hmm, I somehow like the thought of this... Probably what I will do. Or random - as it seems what most people recommend.
Thanks for your help to all of you so far!
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I'd recommend playing random for a while, and seeing which one you are best at/enjoy most.
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Play random and find which race you feel most comfortable with - i think you get 50 games in the practice league? Figure out which one suits your style and then dominate!
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I have been there several times man, now I finally figured what race fits me and I am pretty sure it will fit you too, random. Random is gosu man. You have things you dislike because of lack of skill on all races and playing random you get to improve them. You will have the coolest portraits to brag to your friends about and in tourneys you can basically just sit there and stretch your fingers while gently picking your match-up. Random is gosu.
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Hmm.... The thing about Zerg is, it actually isn't hard to learn the build and transitions into lategame, and not even really hard to learn how to inject properly and macro (at least it wasn't hard for me.) The hard part about Zerg is learning how to not die. Terran and Protoss have so many ways to abuse you as a Zerg player and you have to know how to deal each and every way or you will lose.
Terran, it feels like you have 50 different strategies and builds you can use for each matchup, and its true... you do. imo Terran is the most complete race in the game, and it has so far actually been much harder for me to learn (I recently switched to Terran) than Zerg was because of the insane amount of build orders and transitions.
Protoss... You are right, they are not as flexible as Terran. I don't have much experience here but they seem to be the least complicated when it comes to the actual act of having a build order and macroing, but much more complicated and fun when it comes to micro. Watch HuK's stream and you'll know what I mean.
Pick Zerg if you want to learn the most about the game (you have to understand everything the enemy can do and know how to scout it and counter it. this is especially true in ZvZ)
Pick Terran if you want to have 135423 different ways to kill your opponent, but more complex build orders and transitions. Also they have Siege Tanks and Thors, which are the most badass units in the game.
Pick Protoss if you want to get mad bitches with your micro skills.
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On January 17 2011 08:40 neppi wrote:
I have been there several times man, now I finally figured what race fits me and I am pretty sure it will fit you too, random. Random is gosu man. You have things you dislike because of lack of skill on all races and playing random you get to improve them. You will have the coolest portraits to brag to your friends about and in tourneys you can basically just sit there and stretch your fingers while gently picking your match-up. Random is gosu.
This. Random gives you kickass portraits (viking anyone), and also a very good undertanding of game mechanics. It might be harder to climb the ladder as random, but if you make it it will be a real achievement.
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i guess this is a really well made poll, to see which race is most played on TL
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Zerg is so the coolest! :p
I honestly think you already know what race you wanna play. Just pick one, your first reaction, and go with it. Have fun! Nothing we are going to say can validate your choice for you, just look into your heart and you'll know what you wanna play. Good Luck!
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interesting how you group protoss with orcs, i always just went protoss right off the bat because i love being able to build a building and then just leave (probes, undead) so i always grouped protoss and undead in a similar package since the workers are similar :D
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If you can't decide, play random. But as a protoss player I have to comment that IMO the "inflexibility" is part of protoss fun. It can be worked around.
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