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Braavos36374 Posts
http://www.majorleaguegaming.com/news/naniwa-and-thorzain-are-going-to-korea/
MLG is very pleased to announce that three top finishers from MLG Columbus have accepted Code A status and will be heading to Korea to compete as part of the League Exchange Program. Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL, as a part of Korean pro team WeMadeFox. The third participating player will be announced shortly. Full expenses for all three players will be provided by the GSL.
Once again, MLG would like to thank the GSL for helping to make this historic program possible, and we’d like to congratulate Naniwa and Thorzain on being among the first players to participate. We wish them the best of luck in the GSL, GSTL, and future MLG Pro Circuit Competitions.
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Hell it's about time.
Gratz and good luck.
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ALLEYCAT BLUES49984 Posts
Mr.Chae already spoiled this news for us but nice to see the official statement out..
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Interested to see if they will find it worth it to stay or not.
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very excited to see thorazain/naniwa in gsl A. both can make to r08 at the least I believe.
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Omg so amazing! Love GSL, and MLG.
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OMG OMG OMG *CHEER!!!!!!*
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Great players, great opportunity. Represent guys! Foreigners Fighting!
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cool!
Top players of TSL3: check
Top players of MLG Columbus: check
Top players of code A...
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Of course it'd be those two. Good luck! Who's the third one?
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HUGE! GO TZAIN!!!!!!!
oh and NANIWA is fking scary good so I am SURE he will do well.
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Having a GSTL to play in on top of Code A makes the Code A invite much more appealing. If it was just Code A it would be pretty weak.
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who could the third player potentially be?
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awesome! its great that theyre going to korea. I hope they do well so they'll stay there for a jinro length of time
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Fucking decent. I think Thorzain will prove to be a powerhouse.
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My best of luck to them, hope they give a good showing
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Wonder who the third person will be. Must not have a response from them yet.
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On June 14 2011 12:08 Hot_Bid wrote:http://www.majorleaguegaming.com/news/naniwa-and-thorzain-are-going-to-korea/Show nested quote +MLG is very pleased to announce that three top finishers from MLG Columbus have accepted Code A status and will be heading to Korea to compete as part of the League Exchange Program. Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL, as a part of Korean pro team WeMadeFox. The third participating player will be announced shortly. Full expenses for all three players will be provided by the GSL.
Once again, MLG would like to thank the GSL for helping to make this historic program possible, and we’d like to congratulate Naniwa and Thorzain on being among the first players to participate. We wish them the best of luck in the GSL, GSTL, and future MLG Pro Circuit Competitions.
We would also like to congratulate SlayerSMMA, the MLG Columbus Champion, for making it to the Finals of the GSL Super Tournament. Be sure to watch the Finals on June 18 on GOMtv.net to see if MMA's impressive streak of wins will continue.
That's a lot earlier than I expected. Who talked them into going into Code A instead of S? o: Maybe they thought their time is now and I couldn't agree more. They'll get good results.
On June 14 2011 12:12 dcemuser wrote:
Wonder who the third person will be. Must not have a response from them yet.
I think it will be Slush.
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Good news, but I hope things are as profitable for them in Code A as it would be in the tournaments they might be missing, both money- and fame-wise. =)
GL to them both, and GL to MMA this weekend as well!
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oh and it is pretty awesome that WEMADEFOX will also be playing in the GSTL!!!
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I only know of lyn and moon on wemadefox who else is there?
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Good luck guys 
Although i am a bit disappointed they are playing for WeMadeFox, i always saw Naniwa as an ace player for either IM or Slayers ( Thats right MMA, i said Naniwa )
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MLG is very pleased to announce that three top finishers from MLG Columbus have accepted Code A status and will be heading to Korea to compete as part of the League Exchange Program. Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A Augu...
Is that just a mistake or is there a third?
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We'd be hard pressed to find two more talented individuals to send to Korea. Good luck to both of you!
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Haha that's sick, playing on WMF. Small lineup but powerful, wonder If third invitee will play on WMF too
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On June 14 2011 12:13 Jaeger wrote:Show nested quote +MLG is very pleased to announce that three top finishers from MLG Columbus have accepted Code A status and will be heading to Korea to compete as part of the League Exchange Program. Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A Augu... Is that just a mistake or is there a third?
Read the rest of the paragraph before you rush to post?
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ThorZaiN, NaNiwa, Moon & Lyn. O boy. I just became a happy person.
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Hoping for a foreign Code A champion now ^_^
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Yes!!
Absolutely cannot wait for this. I really hope they go far ;D ;D ;D
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who plays for wemadefox besides moon and lyn?
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On June 14 2011 12:13 Jaeger wrote:Show nested quote +MLG is very pleased to announce that three top finishers from MLG Columbus have accepted Code A status and will be heading to Korea to compete as part of the League Exchange Program. Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A Augu... Is that just a mistake or is there a third?
read betta cuz he said the 3rd will be announced later.
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Cool!!! I am really happy for Thorzain and Naniwa! Hope they do well.
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I think that Sase will probably join his countrymen in playing in the GTSL and that Sheth will be the third MLG player in code A.
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GL HF
Good fortunes
Enjoy the experience!
Dignitas.Naniwa & MouzThorzain hwaiting!
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FULL EXPENSES Foreigners Hwaiting!
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playing for an organization like wemadefox is just....what a great opportunity! maybe they get to meet Baby?!
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Sweet a month of naniwa and thorzain! going to be an awesome GSL season
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so keen for Thorzain to tear it up!
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Awesome news
Best of luck to all 3
Naniwa fighting!
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On June 14 2011 12:15 last.resistance wrote:
I think that Sase will probably join his countrymen in playing in the GTSL and that Sheth will be the third MLG player in code A.
dude what? dont just spew nonsense. sheth is quote to have already said he will not participate in GSL code a.
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This is awesome news, Naniwa and Thorzain could potentially hit Code S!
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All the more reason to watch GSL, GSTL. So excited to see ThorZaIN and NaNiwa play, gogogogo foreigners!
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On June 14 2011 12:16 Golgotha wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:15 last.resistance wrote:
I think that Sase will probably join his countrymen in playing in the GTSL and that Sheth will be the third MLG player in code A. dude what? dont just spew nonsense. sheth is quote to have already said he will not participate in GSL code a.
I thought he said he wouldn't be there for the qualifiers, but would accept an invite for winning MLG.
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Awesome, my interest in GSL has been waning but I always love to watch the foreigners duke it out over there in Korea. : )
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got spoiled on GSL results  MMA won? I'm on the 3rd game, and MKP is up 2-0...
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Hooray! Great news, so excited.
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United States7483 Posts
On June 14 2011 12:08 Hot_Bid wrote:http://www.majorleaguegaming.com/news/naniwa-and-thorzain-are-going-to-korea/Show nested quote +MLG is very pleased to announce that three top finishers from MLG Columbus have accepted Code A status and will be heading to Korea to compete as part of the League Exchange Program. Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL, as a part of Korean pro team WeMadeFox. The third participating player will be announced shortly. Full expenses for all three players will be provided by the GSL.
Once again, MLG would like to thank the GSL for helping to make this historic program possible, and we’d like to congratulate Naniwa and Thorzain on being among the first players to participate. We wish them the best of luck in the GSL, GSTL, and future MLG Pro Circuit Competitions.
We would also like to congratulate SlayerSMMA, the MLG Columbus Champion, for making it to the Finals of the GSL Super Tournament. Be sure to watch the Finals on June 18 on GOMtv.net to see if MMA's impressive streak of wins will continue.
Hells yeah! Thorzain and Naniwa hwaiting!
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Imagine one of them hitting Jinro in the first 2 rounds of Code A :o that would succkkkk
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On June 14 2011 12:12 jtbem wrote:
I only know of lyn and moon on wemadefox who else is there?
One other player who hasn't qualified for the GSLs so far, as far as I know. I think he plays Protoss?
In any case, duddeeeeee. This is sick. Moon, Lyn, Nani, and Thorzain? Hells, yeah! (And now Moon and Lyn have more people to practice with! This is great!)
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I love you both.
GL HF GUYS
<3
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WeMadeFox? SICK!! I wonder if they'll reveal a line-up of hidden talent, or it it'll just be the players we've seen out of them so far.
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this is awesome, i was wondering when wemadefox would make an appearance in the gstl, and now they're doing it with naniwa and thorzain :D
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On June 14 2011 12:08 Hot_Bid wrote:http://www.majorleaguegaming.com/news/naniwa-and-thorzain-are-going-to-korea/Show nested quote +MLG is very pleased to announce that three top finishers from MLG Columbus have accepted Code A status and will be heading to Korea to compete as part of the League Exchange Program. Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL, as a part of Korean pro team WeMadeFox. The third participating player will be announced shortly. Full expenses for all three players will be provided by the GSL.
Once again, MLG would like to thank the GSL for helping to make this historic program possible, and we’d like to congratulate Naniwa and Thorzain on being among the first players to participate. We wish them the best of luck in the GSL, GSTL, and future MLG Pro Circuit Competitions.
We would also like to congratulate SlayerSMMA, the MLG Columbus Champion, for making it to the Finals of the GSL Super Tournament. Be sure to watch the Finals on June 18 on GOMtv.net to see if MMA's impressive streak of wins will continue.
omg SWEET!!!!
let the battle begin!!!!
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Awesome. Sweden fighting?
Make us proud boys!
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On June 14 2011 12:15 last.resistance wrote:
I think that Sase will probably join his countrymen in playing in the GTSL and that Sheth will be the third MLG player in code A.
Sheth didn't place high enough at MLG Columbus to qualify, unless they went way down the list. You probably mean Slush, in which case I agree. I'd love to see IdrA in the GSL again, but it probably isn't happening. I figure he might accept Code S status if he wins an MLG, but he's expressed his disdain toward the idea of having to play through Code A in the past.
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On June 14 2011 12:13 GenoZStriker wrote:
ThorZaiN, NaNiwa, Moon & Lyn. O boy. I just became a happy person.
This: WeMadeFox instantly becomes a contender. Not at IM or SlayerS or oGs level but above some of the weaker GSTL teams, and definitely above FXO.
Looking forward to seeing a fifth member: Slush Idra Ret obviously not accepting. HayprO next after TZ but don't see him accepting cause he just left.
Fenix
Sjow
Sheth
Next up. Something tells me Sheth is taking the Code A spot since he's going over to Korea anyway. Fenix and Sjow I don't see accepting.
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WMF: Moon, Lyn, Naniwa, Thorzain --> all former WC3 pros.
It's nice that Moon and Lyn will finally have some more practice partners. They really would benefit from it.
More importantly, Naniwa and Thorzain in korea!@!@!@??? Awesome. I think everyone knew these 2 would be going, but it is still exciting nonetheless.
I wonder why they aren't announcing the third player yet...
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Just to feed GSL's marketing engine: I'll probably buy a season pass to watch Naniwa, Thorzain, Huk and Jinro all in the GSL. Can't wait <3
Curious to see how they work with WeMadeFOX too! Wonder if they'll do a lot of training together :O
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Wasn't Moon knocked out of Code A? Could he possibly be the third player?
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And yea, there is a player named Soccer on WMF as well. But he plays more WC3 than anything.
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So hyped for Nani and Thorzain. The format should allow for Thorzain's strengths to come through.
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wow FOX is already stacked GOGO!
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On June 14 2011 12:12 StarStruck wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:08 Hot_Bid wrote:http://www.majorleaguegaming.com/news/naniwa-and-thorzain-are-going-to-korea/MLG is very pleased to announce that three top finishers from MLG Columbus have accepted Code A status and will be heading to Korea to compete as part of the League Exchange Program. Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL, as a part of Korean pro team WeMadeFox. The third participating player will be announced shortly. Full expenses for all three players will be provided by the GSL.
Once again, MLG would like to thank the GSL for helping to make this historic program possible, and we’d like to congratulate Naniwa and Thorzain on being among the first players to participate. We wish them the best of luck in the GSL, GSTL, and future MLG Pro Circuit Competitions.
We would also like to congratulate SlayerSMMA, the MLG Columbus Champion, for making it to the Finals of the GSL Super Tournament. Be sure to watch the Finals on June 18 on GOMtv.net to see if MMA's impressive streak of wins will continue. That's a lot earlier than I expected. Who talked them into going into Code A instead of S? o: Maybe they thought their time is now and I couldn't agree more. They'll get good results. Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:12 dcemuser wrote:
Wonder who the third person will be. Must not have a response from them yet. I think it will be Slush.
Ya also makes me believe Slush is the FXO pickup that FXOBoss mentioned.
This is so effing exciting. Sick good players and some swedish company for Jinro
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Awesome! Can't wait to see how they'll do.
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great news all around, hope more western players see this as an investment in his game and not just a loss of money.
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Very cool. Will be very entertaining to watch and i am sure that they could both make Code S!
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Wow FXO may have a shot now. I think unless they get unlucky (like have to play MMA or something) they'll easily both get top 8 in Code A.
EDIT: I'm an idiot... I know.
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awesome news! cant want to see naniwa and thorzain tear up the gstl
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On June 14 2011 12:20 GenoZStriker wrote:
Wasn't Moon knocked out of Code A? Could he possibly be the third player?
No, only non-Koreans qualify for the GSL-paid exchange part of the agreement.
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On June 14 2011 12:20 GenoZStriker wrote:
Wasn't Moon knocked out of Code A? Could he possibly be the third player?
Not likely. They said all expenses paid for all 3 players... what expenses would Moon have? He already lives in korea.
Then again they could have just worded it poorly. Moon technically should be getting a Code A spot.
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Thorzain gonna show up all the foreigners, especially idra, who is the best. I can see it.
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On June 14 2011 12:22 DoomsVille wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:20 GenoZStriker wrote:
Wasn't Moon knocked out of Code A? Could he possibly be the third player? Not likely. They said all expenses paid for all 3 players... what expenses would Moon have? He already lives in korea. Then again they could have just worded it poorly. Moon technically should be getting a Code A spot.
No it isn't allowed to go to Koreans. I think the Code S spot can go to Koreans in future tourneys though. Not sure.
Moon has gotten a lot better though, hope he can break into Code A, one of the hardest tournaments to get into because of its style (just ask players like DongRaeGu).
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Couldn't pick two stronger players to send.
Therefore, if they both fail then it will be a punch in the gut to the foreign community. Code A is crazy though so it will be a great challenge.
The GSTL addition is AWESOME. Putting them on a team and letting them play on that adds so much to going to Korea. Just Code A is meh. This is much cooler.
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WeMadeFOX? In the GSTL?! With THORZAIN AND NANIWA!?!!??!?!? WHAT THE FUUUUUCK
And yea, there is a player named Soccer on WMF as well. But he plays more WC3 than anything.
Don't Lyn and Moon still play WC3, and they just happen to also play SC2?
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On June 14 2011 12:21 sjschmidt93 wrote:
Wow FXO may have a shot now. I think unless they get unlucky (like have to play MMA or something) they'll easily both get top 8 in Code A.
What does this have to do with FXO? They don't get these players on their team.
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I love the idea of Thorzain and Naniwa doing this together. I feel like they have a growing, extremely-friendly rivalry going (frenemies?); I think they'd both like to face each other again, and I feel like they both feel like they have stuff to prove against the Koreans. And they both have a case for calling themselves the best foreigners for their respective races.
I think they're probably the best representatives of the foreigner scene that we can send right now.
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Even if Sheth decides to come to Korea he will play for FXO and not WMF so lets drop him out of the arguments.
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Yesssss go Thorzain :D :D :D
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Damn this is huge. They are indeed capable players at GSL level. Soon they will be all in GSL code S.
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Where will they live? With wemade or in the foreigner house (which I understand fxo is using).
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Btw MYM.SaSe will also be joining them from Rakaka thing i believe, although im pretty sure hes the 4th guy that will come, the 3rd one is from MLG.
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Oh my goodness!
so excited to see Dignitas players going to Korea AND joining forces with WEMADE! So awesome!
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Thank you GomTV for the "Free Agent" clause incentive!
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at least we'll definitely see them play for WeMade in GSTL
didn't know WeMade had enough SC2 players to field a team even with the addition of Naniwa and Thorzain
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On June 14 2011 12:24 SuperStyle wrote:
Even if Sheth decides to come to Korea he will play for FXO and not WMF so lets drop him out of the arguments.
But he could be the third player getting an invite to Code A, no? Results would suggest that is the case.
If that happens though, not sure if 4 players is enough for GSTL. WMF might need to add one other player.
Such a sick lineup though, best foreign Toss/Terran (arguably, some would say Happy or Select), ex-Code S Terran (Lyn), rising SC2 Zerg Star (Moon). I'm honestly super excited, definitely WMF will be my favourite team in the GSTL.
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On June 14 2011 12:26 udgnim wrote:
at least we'll definitely see them play for WeMade in GSTL
didn't know WeMade had enough SC2 players to field a team even with the addition of Naniwa and Thorzain
Yeah, only four players? I think they have at least one more person in the lineup, but they're trying to keep it secret until the appropriate time for announcement.
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On June 14 2011 12:25 ehalf wrote:
Damn this is huge. They are indeed capable players at GSL level. Soon they will be all in GSL code S.
I'm actually a little worried for them... lose in the first round of Code A and you're out. Anything can happen in a BO3... don't think either TZ or Nani will lose round 1 but if they do it's a long ride back in...
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CONGRATS!!!
Thats going to make for some Awesome Code A matches. I love it! Best of luck guys, I will be cheering for you.
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WHOOOO this is great news. I wish both of them the best of luck. I know they'll do great!
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That's so awesome to hear!
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On June 14 2011 12:13 SuperStyle wrote:Good luck guys Although i am a bit disappointed they are playing for WeMadeFox, i always saw Naniwa as an ace player for either IM or Slayers ( Thats right MMA, i said Naniwa )
Yeah the whole WeMadeFox is a surprise. Especially since (unless it was somehow fake) Naniwa was in Cella's stream asking how to contact him a few days ago.
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Fuck! yeah, so excited to see naniwa and thorzian in Korea!1
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 ......Shit just got real.....
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Great stuff, nothing better than seeing foreigners vs koreans in a LAN setting!
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Wait what. WEMADE in gstl? Bigger news than naniwa and thorzain imo.
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On June 14 2011 12:12 VashTS wrote:
Good news, but I hope things are as profitable for them in Code A as it would be in the tournaments they might be missing, both money- and fame-wise. =)
GL to them both, and GL to MMA this weekend as well!
Not sure they're really missing anything, both are still going to Dreamhack and Homestory Cup. NASL LAN finals are around and with $50k they don't want to miss that (that's assuming Thorzain even qualifies by winning the Open, not an easy feat with some amazing players in there). Otherwise, not sure they're missing much: MLG is fun but the prize pool is tiny. Rest they can probably play online...
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Awesome news, can't wait for GSL and GSTL.
Also doesn't WeMadeFox need Kespa's permission to join?
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How did they pick which team to put the players on? Was Fox unable to field a full team without these players? Haven't been following team leagues.
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On June 14 2011 12:29 thebig1 wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:13 SuperStyle wrote:Good luck guys Although i am a bit disappointed they are playing for WeMadeFox, i always saw Naniwa as an ace player for either IM or Slayers ( Thats right MMA, i said Naniwa ) Yeah the whole WeMadeFox is a surprise. Especially since (unless it was somehow fake) Naniwa was in Cella's stream asking how to contact him a few days ago.
lol I don't think it makes a lot of sense though, WMF has Moon and Lyn, two stalwarts in the foreign scene who could probably get along with foreigners. SlayerS is great but I don't think it would be the right fit for Naniwa, I could see him getting angry about being left out of games.
Being a part of WMF means that Naniwa and Thorzain will probably play every if not almost every match for the team, which is great for their practice. And a cool WC3 connection lol.
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Awesome! Can't wait to see them competing with koreans, will be interesting to see how good they do.
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WeMadeFox eh? Add Naniwa and Thorzain to Lyn and Moon and they actually have a pretty decent 4 player line up.
I also wonder who the last player is that accepted.
This is some sick fucking news though.
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On June 14 2011 12:31 On_Slaught wrote:
How did they pick which team to put the players on? Was Fox unable to field a full team without these players? Haven't been following team leagues.
Fox technically doesn't have any SC2 players or a SC2 team. Moon and Lyn are listed as WC3 players, they play SC2 now though. So two of them + Thorzain/Naniwa = 4.
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Very interesting news! Looking forward to seeing how they (and Wemade Fox) perform. I wonder how Wemade Fox being in the GSTL will work . . . looking forward to it at any rate.
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On June 14 2011 12:11 Jinsho wrote:
Of course it'd be those two. Good luck! Who's the third one?
IdrA? Lol, jk! 
My guess is that third one will be a foreingner who got seeded to code S
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WeMade stepping the fuck up, so excited to see another Korean team reach out to foreign community. I guess Moon + his manager got along well with thorzain and nani at mlg. :D So happy right now, words cannot explain.
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The only thing that could ruin my day was if we found out that the bracket seeding for code A made the first round a foreigner team kill with two of Jinro, Naniwa, or Thorzain
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On June 14 2011 12:33 FairForever wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:31 On_Slaught wrote:
How did they pick which team to put the players on? Was Fox unable to field a full team without these players? Haven't been following team leagues. Fox technically doesn't have any SC2 players or a SC2 team. Moon and Lyn are listed as WC3 players, they play SC2 now though. So two of them + Thorzain/Naniwa = 4.
+ SaSe, + 3rd player from MLG = 6 players on WMF to play in GSTL.
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Jesus ... My prayers have been answered ! Thorzain and Nani ftw ! Totally awesome, Hope Thorzain gets to pay some visits to the Slayers house for some monster terran fun.
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On June 14 2011 12:27 Snausages wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:26 udgnim wrote:
at least we'll definitely see them play for WeMade in GSTL
didn't know WeMade had enough SC2 players to field a team even with the addition of Naniwa and Thorzain Yeah, only four players? I think they have at least one more person in the lineup, but they're trying to keep it secret until the appropriate time for announcement.
They have a protoss called SocceR who hasn't qualified for a GSL yet, seems like a likely candidate.
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Hehe, Ex-warcraft 3 players sticking together, like it's meant to be :p
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I would love to see a FXO vs Fox match-up now.
Going to be a lot of foreigner power in that series.
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Let's show them what TSL finalists can do!
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On June 14 2011 12:34 SuperStyle wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:33 FairForever wrote:On June 14 2011 12:31 On_Slaught wrote:
How did they pick which team to put the players on? Was Fox unable to field a full team without these players? Haven't been following team leagues. Fox technically doesn't have any SC2 players or a SC2 team. Moon and Lyn are listed as WC3 players, they play SC2 now though. So two of them + Thorzain/Naniwa = 4. + SaSe, + 3rd player from MLG = 6 players on WMF to play in GSTL.
Forgot SaSe, that's 5.
I think 3rd player from MLG is Sheth, if you look at MLG standings Sheth is next unless Fenix or SjoW accept. And since Sheth is playing for FXO...
I think 5 is enough though. Excited to see who the Ace is for the team. All four of them are baller... seriously any of them would be the Ace and you couldn't complain.
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I wanna see some sick ceremonies from the foreigners in the GSTL, especially if one of them all kills.
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This is incredibly exciting! These two will do amazing! :D
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What would make it even more interesting is if Grubby decides to move to Korea and compete with WeMadeFox too, so we can have a star former WC3 turned SC2 team XD
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Wow awesome! Good luck to them. Represent the foreigners!
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I guess all the WC3 fanboys just found a team to root for. Good luck to F.United.
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Yeah... Idra was the highest placed Non-Korean but I don't think he wants to go back...
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This is really awesome. I hope nani and thorzain do really well in code a. I'm also stoked to see wemade since they all played wc3. I wonder if we'll see soccer from wc3 in the gtsl.
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Amazing news! Can't wait to see how they go. I think they can both get into Code S.
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On June 14 2011 12:36 FairForever wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:34 SuperStyle wrote:On June 14 2011 12:33 FairForever wrote:On June 14 2011 12:31 On_Slaught wrote:
How did they pick which team to put the players on? Was Fox unable to field a full team without these players? Haven't been following team leagues. Fox technically doesn't have any SC2 players or a SC2 team. Moon and Lyn are listed as WC3 players, they play SC2 now though. So two of them + Thorzain/Naniwa = 4. + SaSe, + 3rd player from MLG = 6 players on WMF to play in GSTL. Forgot SaSe, that's 5. I think 3rd player from MLG is Sheth, if you look at MLG standings Sheth is next unless Fenix or SjoW accept. And since Sheth is playing for FXO... I think 5 is enough though. Excited to see who the Ace is for the team. All four of them are baller... seriously any of them would be the Ace and you couldn't complain.
FOX actually have a 3rd player Soccer, who plays Protoss. I believe their last War3 team had a 4th player also who might have been Lucifer (WC3)'s brother. I'm not sure if he plays SC2 though.
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wonder if sase's going to be playing on FOX too...
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On June 14 2011 12:36 FairForever wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:34 SuperStyle wrote:On June 14 2011 12:33 FairForever wrote:On June 14 2011 12:31 On_Slaught wrote:
How did they pick which team to put the players on? Was Fox unable to field a full team without these players? Haven't been following team leagues. Fox technically doesn't have any SC2 players or a SC2 team. Moon and Lyn are listed as WC3 players, they play SC2 now though. So two of them + Thorzain/Naniwa = 4. + SaSe, + 3rd player from MLG = 6 players on WMF to play in GSTL. Forgot SaSe, that's 5. I think 3rd player from MLG is Sheth, if you look at MLG standings Sheth is next unless Fenix or SjoW accept. And since Sheth is playing for FXO... I think 5 is enough though. Excited to see who the Ace is for the team. All four of them are baller... seriously any of them would be the Ace and you couldn't complain.
GUYS STOP POSTING STUPID SHIT PLEASE !!!
Sheth is playing for FXO, as in FXO and NOT WMF. Come on... They even announced that Sheth is playing for them.
http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=233294
Please please please get yourself informed before posting something
edit: sorry for raging but i think it was answered like 20 times in this thread that Sheth is playing for FXO and isnt the 3rd player thats coming from MLG.
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On June 14 2011 12:34 SuperStyle wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:33 FairForever wrote:On June 14 2011 12:31 On_Slaught wrote:
How did they pick which team to put the players on? Was Fox unable to field a full team without these players? Haven't been following team leagues. Fox technically doesn't have any SC2 players or a SC2 team. Moon and Lyn are listed as WC3 players, they play SC2 now though. So two of them + Thorzain/Naniwa = 4. + SaSe, + 3rd player from MLG = 6 players on WMF to play in GSTL.
There is Soccer who tried to play in GSL open, so it makes 7.
But team still needs one more i believe.
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Exciting... I hope Naniwa makes a strong showing in Korea
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Either Fenix or Slush would be the third, if going by MLG finish spot.
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this is pretty cool. i'm just praying that thorzain, naniwa and jinro don't meet early in code a.
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glad to see they're taking the risk :D
i now respect these guys 100x more.
gl to both!
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Great news! I don't think you could have picked two better foreigners. Hopefully they will take full advantage of the practice environment over there and improve their skills even more.
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They did say that Slush wasn't joining Complexity.. Slush to FXO + Code A??
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Good luck naniwa and thorzain
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if they want to compete well in a Bo7 format, they will need a full roster of 7 players. Seriously hoping that WMF has some recruits waiting in line, otherwise they will run out of players to field. Also, they need variety: naniwa, tzain, moon, every match will mean they will get dissected and sniped. Still, I'm hoping they can make playoffs.
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Holy crap man. Exciting. Can't wait to see how they will do. Hopefully they don't drop out early
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Super excited. I'm actually going to start watching the GSL just to see Naniwa and Thorzain. Awesome!
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this thread needs korean netizen reactions
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WOOO more foreigners in GSL. I LIKE!!!
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On June 14 2011 12:39 SuperStyle wrote:GUYS STOP POSTING STUPID SHIT PLEASE !!! Sheth is playing for FXO, as in FXO and NOT WMF. Come on... They even announced that Sheth is playing for them. http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=233294Please please please get yourself informed before posting something edit: sorry for raging but i think it was answered like 20 times in this thread that Sheth is playing for FXO and isnt the 3rd player thats coming from MLG.
Before you embarass yourself by raging, try reading the posts and the MLG statement. Three players have accepted invites and TWO of them have been announced as teaming up with WeMadeFOX for the GSTL. People are simply making the perfectly reasonable speculation that the reason the third player invited hasn't been mentioned is that it's Sheth and hence he can't play with WMF.
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On June 14 2011 12:39 SuperStyle wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:36 FairForever wrote:On June 14 2011 12:34 SuperStyle wrote:On June 14 2011 12:33 FairForever wrote:On June 14 2011 12:31 On_Slaught wrote:
How did they pick which team to put the players on? Was Fox unable to field a full team without these players? Haven't been following team leagues. Fox technically doesn't have any SC2 players or a SC2 team. Moon and Lyn are listed as WC3 players, they play SC2 now though. So two of them + Thorzain/Naniwa = 4. + SaSe, + 3rd player from MLG = 6 players on WMF to play in GSTL. Forgot SaSe, that's 5. I think 3rd player from MLG is Sheth, if you look at MLG standings Sheth is next unless Fenix or SjoW accept. And since Sheth is playing for FXO... I think 5 is enough though. Excited to see who the Ace is for the team. All four of them are baller... seriously any of them would be the Ace and you couldn't complain. GUYS STOP POSTING STUPID SHIT PLEASE !!! Sheth is playing for FXO, as in FXO and NOT WMF. Come on... They even announced that Sheth is playing for them. http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=233294Please please please get yourself informed before posting something edit: sorry for raging but i think it was answered like 20 times in this thread that Sheth is playing for FXO and isnt the 3rd player thats coming from MLG.
Good job listening to what I wrote. I noted Sheth can get the invite from MLG due to placing, that doesn't mean he's playing for WMF. Read what I wrote,
"Forgot SaSe, that's 5."
Count:
Moon
Lyn
SaSe
Thorzain
Naniwa
Note I didn't include Sheth. Sheth can get a Code A spot from MLG Columbus while he's playing GSTL.
Now do you understand? Does it get through your head?
GET THAT STUPID SHIT OUT OF YOUR HEAD! :p
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Good luck to the both of them cant wait to see these guys do great
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great news
but isnt it supposed to be GSL July ?
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GOGOOGOGGO
GOMTV<3
MLG <3
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WMF also has SocceR he got the last round of Code A quals last time.
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Oh. my. god.
Such good news. I will definitely be cheering my heart out for them.
Naniwa&Thorzain fighting!
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Lol, isn't it pretty much final that Sase will be the 3rd player? It was said that he would be in Code A no? For winning some tournament, most likely he'll be the 3rd player in the gstl, which is kinda disappointing since he's not a great player like Thorzain and nani
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On June 14 2011 12:40 s4life wrote:
Either Fenix or Slush would be the third, if going by MLG finish spot.
Slush was given an invite, because he was one of the original Top 3 non-Koreans (Idra Naniwa Slush). He said on his stream that he's not taking it. Thorzain (#9 MLG) managed to get the seed because Slush(#5), Ret (#7), and Idra (#4) declined their invites.
The following is the list of foreigners based on their placings after Thorzain:
Haypro (#10) - just returned from Korea, unlikely to take invite
Fenix (#11) - not sure
Sjow (#13) - said a long time ago that he was interested in going to Korea. Not sure if he still is
Sheth (#14) - Sheth will be unable to make Code A qualifications. However, unless I'm wrong, he should be able to make Code A if he is given a direct seed.
Machine (#15) - hasn't shown interest.. and his association with Idra makes it unlikely.
Major (#16) - at the tail end of BW, he was hoping to come to Korea to train with eSTRO. Not sure if he still is
KawaiiRice (#17) - has a KR ladder account, but has not made any intentions of going to Korea public
CrunCher (#18) - not sure
Tyler (#19) - said on SotG that he won't go.
Select (#20) - has been to Korea to qualify for GSL before. Is Korean. However only can stay 6 months due to visa obligations
Kiwikaki (#21) - tried to qualify for GSL 3, not sure if he still is.
Incontrol (#22) - has said he's not interested.
And with that I'll end this list... have a look at it and speculate guys.
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On June 14 2011 12:50 Shooks wrote:
Lol, isn't it pretty much final that Sase will be the 3rd player? It was said that he would be in Code A no? For winning some tournament, most likely he'll be the 3rd player in the gstl, which is kinda disappointing since he's not a great player like Thorzain and nani
No, Sase won't get the seed from MLG since he won the road to korea tourney -.-
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Naniwa and Thorzain are going to be great. Can't wait to see what kind of damage they can do in Korean Code A! =)
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That is so awesome. The two best non-Koreans will play and compete in Korea ))
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Are Nani and Thorzain competing in the GSTL/GSL coming next week or do we really have to wait til August? ;-;
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OP has spoiler.............
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LETS GO FOREIGNERS WOOWOWOOO!!
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this looks great! naniwa and thorzain fighting!!!
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On June 14 2011 12:51 MechKing wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:50 Shooks wrote:
Lol, isn't it pretty much final that Sase will be the 3rd player? It was said that he would be in Code A no? For winning some tournament, most likely he'll be the 3rd player in the gstl, which is kinda disappointing since he's not a great player like Thorzain and nani No, Sase won't get the seed from MLG since he won the road to korea tourney -.-
But he can be the third player for WMF if the MLG Code A third spot falls to Sheth.
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On June 14 2011 12:52 Dakure wrote:
Are Nani and Thorzain competing in the GSTL/GSL coming next week or do we really have to wait til August? ;-;
GSTL play starts June 23rd aka next week and runs into August.
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On June 14 2011 12:52 Dakure wrote:
Are Nani and Thorzain competing in the GSTL/GSL coming next week or do we really have to wait til August? ;-;
"Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL"
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Hurrah this will be great, I hope they're on opposite sides of the bracket :D
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best gstl ever!!!!!!
User was warned for this post
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definitely will be buying the ticket for the first time to watch these guys play
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Wow the addition of participating in the GSTL is awesome! I really can't wait now.
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On June 14 2011 12:54 Dingobloo wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:52 Dakure wrote:
Are Nani and Thorzain competing in the GSTL/GSL coming next week or do we really have to wait til August? ;-; GSTL play starts June 23rd aka next week and runs into August.
GSTL starts in the next two weeks, but F.United, the team that Thorzain/Naniwa are on, don't play until six weeks into the competition. Probably for the both of them and the other person joining them to get to Korea, get friendly with their new teammates at WeMade and prepare.
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Code A becomes watchable again :D
Seriously, couldn't go to any better foreigners. Thorzain makes me want to switch to Terran, but Nani keeps me a loyal toss player
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same here im buying the ticket i just can't miss any matches anymore
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On June 14 2011 12:55 Sackings wrote:
definitely will be buying the ticket for the first time to watch these guys play
dittoooo im pretty pumped. GSL making good business decisions :p
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On June 14 2011 12:54 ShynZ wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:52 Dakure wrote:
Are Nani and Thorzain competing in the GSTL/GSL coming next week or do we really have to wait til August? ;-; "Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL"
Just to mention, the new GSTL is a 10 week league, and WeMadeFox is scheduled to play in the latter half of its duration; all their games are in weeks 5-10. So they are participating in the same team league, but are going to play in the august gsl rather than the July one.
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On June 14 2011 12:13 SuperStyle wrote:Good luck guys Although i am a bit disappointed they are playing for WeMadeFox, i always saw Naniwa as an ace player for either IM or Slayers ( Thats right MMA, i said Naniwa )
IM... the same team with MVP and Nestea?
The same players that have won GSL championships?
I'm sorry but you are WAY too foreign biased.
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On June 14 2011 12:58 Adsee wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:54 ShynZ wrote:On June 14 2011 12:52 Dakure wrote:
Are Nani and Thorzain competing in the GSTL/GSL coming next week or do we really have to wait til August? ;-; "Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL" Just to mention, the new GSTL is a 10 week league, and WeMadeFox is scheduled to play in the latter half of its duration; all their games are in weeks 5-10. So they are participating in the same team league, but are going to play in the august gsl rather than the July one.
On the other hand FXO is playing weeks 1 - 5 so that there's always 3 games a week, makes sense so FXO can pack up and head off after 5 weeks, only issue is if they make the playoffs or something but from the looks of it I guess no one (FXO included) sees that happening, better chance of WMF making it.
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On June 14 2011 12:59 SSLPrism wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:13 SuperStyle wrote:Good luck guys Although i am a bit disappointed they are playing for WeMadeFox, i always saw Naniwa as an ace player for either IM or Slayers ( Thats right MMA, i said Naniwa ) IM... the same team with MVP and Nestea? The same players that have won GSL championships? I'm sorry but you are WAY too foreign biased.
And MMA finished #1 in MLG too... not sure how Naniwa could be the ace of any of those teams. Not even sure if I'd put him as Ace on teams like fOu (sc) or MvP (DongRaeGu)...
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On June 14 2011 12:16 Golgotha wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:15 last.resistance wrote:
I think that Sase will probably join his countrymen in playing in the GTSL and that Sheth will be the third MLG player in code A. dude what? dont just spew nonsense. sheth is quote to have already said he will not participate in GSL code a.
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You might want to take that advice yourself, he said he coudlnt participate in code a QUALIFIERS, not the code a TOURNAMENT. So yes, he could take the code A invite.
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Naniwa & thorzain in the GSL AND THE GSTL ? Oh wow. WTB new underpants pm me pls. GLHF!
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Yes! I can't wait to watch these two tear up code A.
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On June 14 2011 12:12 dcemuser wrote:
Wonder who the third person will be. Must not have a response from them yet.
Idra, he definitely the top 3. lol
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On June 14 2011 13:00 FairForever wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:59 SSLPrism wrote:On June 14 2011 12:13 SuperStyle wrote:Good luck guys Although i am a bit disappointed they are playing for WeMadeFox, i always saw Naniwa as an ace player for either IM or Slayers ( Thats right MMA, i said Naniwa ) IM... the same team with MVP and Nestea? The same players that have won GSL championships? I'm sorry but you are WAY too foreign biased. And MMA finished #1 in MLG too... not sure how Naniwa could be the ace of any of those teams. Not even sure if I'd put him as Ace on teams like fOu (sc) or MvP (DongRaeGu)...
Agreed, I don't think it would be the best idea to put a foreigner as an ace on a korean team right now, just due to many of the implications that could happen/pressure(any match is a pressure though). Only situation where I could see that idealy happening is with ogs, but neither of them are qualified ace players for ogs.
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how come they didn't go to liquid? there are already liquid guys over there.
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Fantastic news for the players the fans and FOX! Code A just got so much better!
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On June 14 2011 13:03 emc wrote:
how come they didn't go to liquid? there are already liquid guys over there.
Liquid plays with oGs so HuK and Jinro could theoretically play for oGs...
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So what does this mean for Mouz and Dignitas? Will they be getting mentioned at all?
On a more serious note, will the Street Fighter voice announce them as F.U.Naniwa, and F.U.Thorzain?
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Good to see WeMadeFOX getting serious about SC2.
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OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OGMGMOGMOGM <3<33<<3
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Hope that Naniwa and Thorzain won't end up like the Liquids before them.
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Best News Ever
Thorzain Naniwa Fighting! =D
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On June 14 2011 13:11 skullhoof wrote:
Hope that Naniwa and Thorzain won't end up like the Liquids before them.
all they need is a huk-esque run through Code A and they will be set
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On June 14 2011 13:12 EchelonTee wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 13:11 skullhoof wrote:
Hope that Naniwa and Thorzain won't end up like the Liquids before them. all they need is a huk-esque run through Code A and they will be set
Don't forget the gorilla terran of GSL open 3 and Code S season 1.
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Whooooaaaaaa I think the biggest news is that they're playing for Fox!
Good luck to both of them. GSL is due for some fresh blood. :D
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Excellent! Can't wait to see 'em play!
Now, they better not play too much WC3 with the WeMadeFox guys...
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With the GSTL set to take off, and teams like WeMade going out of their way to recruit enough talent to compete, is anyone else wondering what ForGG is up to? That's a tremendous amount of RTS skill just floating around out there. A retired player so recently competitive at the A team level in BW is a pretty big loose end so I'm really surprised there's been no news. In fact no news makes me think he's truly gone since I'm sure some team would have made a run at him by now.
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As much as I love WeMade it's really disappointing to see Nani and Thorzain playing for them instead of being picked up by an established team. I think they'd get a lot more out of Korea that way, but we'll see what happens. If WeMade is finally putting together a serious sc2 roster then I'll be happy
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Let's go Naniwa and Thorzain! Mess those nerds up!
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Naniwa to win !! man im excited to see naniwa in korea, he is going to be the best Protoss after training with koreans
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On June 14 2011 13:18 Blitzkrieg0 wrote:As much as I love WeMade it's really disappointing to see Nani and Thorzain playing for them instead of being picked up by an established team. I think they'd get a lot more out of Korea that way, but we'll see what happens. If WeMade is finally putting together a serious sc2 roster then I'll be happy
If they do play for oen of the bigger team, it will limit their chances of playing in the GSTL.
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YES MY DREAMS HAVE LITERALLY COME TRUE
I LOVE YOU THORZAIN (and naniwa of course)
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Now all that needs to happen is for Code A prize money to be like tripled so its actually worthwhile for them to stay there
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It will be interesting to see how these two are able to compete. For some reason I have a feeling that Thorzain will be more successful.
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My jaw dropped when I read this. This is such amazing news, I am SO STOKED
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This is amazing for the foreign scene. We are seeing probably the two best foreign players currently in the game, going to the GSL. When Jinro, Huk, Haypro, and the rest of them went, they were not top competitors before they got there, so when they didn't have a lot of immediate success it was quite accepted and not necessarily a huge detrement to the western e-sports scene. When Jinro did have success in the beginning, it was a huge surge of pride for the western e-sports scene and he wasn't the "best" foreigner when he left. But with these two I think we will truely see how western e-sports players can measure up to the Korean scene. With both of these players playing very safe/standard but with great mechanics, and great understanding, this could be AMAZING. Especially for Thorzain who we have seen, is an absolute MONSTER when he is given time to prepare for any specific match-up.
This is hugely exciting.
Also, so many pro's claim "there is more and easier money to be made in western e-sports for western players" yet when we look at the site for the prize pool earning, the top 20 are all korean players from their results in Code S, so obviously it still rings true that IF! you can compete and be semi-successful Korea is still where you want to be.
If you believe you simply cannot compete, than Korea is not for you though, I completely agree. So this will be hugely exciting to see these two western Titans competing with the best in the world.
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both round of 8 and above if they play to their potential!
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gonna be sick. good luck to them both!
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Wow! I'm very excited to see Thorzain own some Code A players in the GSL! MVP is Code A, right? MVP vs Thorzain will just be so epic! )
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Dimaga dimaga? They need a zerg to compliment them xD
actually i dont even know if he was there at mlg haha
anyways, cool that they invited foreigners even tho they didn't technically get "top 3"
Wow didn't realize that wemadefox was moon's team (or used to be?) and that they are into other esports than just BW
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On June 14 2011 13:29 Zeiryuu wrote:Wow! I'm very excited to see Thorzain own some Code A players in the GSL! MVP is Code A, right? MVP vs Thorzain will just be so epic! )
IM_MvP is code S.
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Could be moon for third seed if its not only foreigners
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Super excited to see this, though I had hoped they would be let into a more established team. moon+lyn and the three foreigners doesn't really compare to being let into an already established practice environment as in the other pro houses.
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On June 14 2011 13:31 Jeity wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 13:29 Zeiryuu wrote:Wow! I'm very excited to see Thorzain own some Code A players in the GSL! MVP is Code A, right? MVP vs Thorzain will just be so epic! ) IM_MvP is code S.
There is a chance for MMA vs Tzain/Naniwa
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I hope Nani makes a good showing of himself. Thorzain too But, tbh i'm kinda worried
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Wonder who the 3rd will be...
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Its kinda bitter sweet for me. Code A? Now neither player will compete in anything other than GSL? Again, bitter sweet.
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So glad that Naniwa and Thorzain accepted. Although I consider myself a total n00b, from what I hear, these two have styles that should allow them to compete with the Koreans as easily as a foreigner could hope to do!
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cant wait to see them playing!
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YES NANIWA FIGHTING!!!!!! fox.naniwa just sounds cool
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The Sweden invasion of Korea....
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Yay! Damn now i have no excuse to not watch the team league anymore.
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great news...except for the spoiler of the match i haven't had time to watch...
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On June 14 2011 13:42 Sobba wrote:
Yay! Damn now i have no excuse to not watch the team league anymore.
Good. The team league has had some of the best SC2 games I have ever seen. You've been missing a ton my friend but atleast you won't anymore :p
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Greatest Sc2 related news i've heard in a long time, so happy when I heard this.
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WMF Fighting!!
So excited for this team league.
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WOWZA.
Thorzain and Naniwa are pretty much taking over ... SHIT JUST GOT REAL.
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Not sure if anyone else has mentioned this. Just thought I'd say again that the line about the GSL super tourney in the OP should be spoilered.
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The idea of these two training fulltime in a pro house is scary. GL HF in Korea guys!
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Wait is it 6 player requirement or 8 for GSTL? I guess if its 6 the #s work out with soccer, lyn, moon, naniwa, thorzain, and mystery player..
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this will be sick.. thorzain is a real boss, man.
/e well, nani as well, ofc.
XD
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Woah awesome! So interested to see them play in Korea's booths
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Man this is awesome, for sure cheering for them next team league.
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I have no doubt that Naniwa will do a lot of damage in the GSTL, but I'm not so sure about Thorzain. I seem to think that his strengths come in prepared matches. Either way, it's good that foreigners are representing up in the GSTL. So what if they get destroyed 0-4 every time? They still have the balls to stick a team inside the toughest team league out there.
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Yeah! Foreigner represent!
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Actually kind of interesting to me that they both chose to take it instead of trying for Code S at Anaheim, since that's such a bigger deal. Guess they gave the players to WeMade due to lack of players.
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i wish both of them the best of luck
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Damn, this is great news. Good luck to both Thorzain and Naniwa. I may have been living under a rock for the last few weeks, so can someone tell me when did WeMadeFox has a SC2 team and what is their roster?
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On June 14 2011 13:57 Caphe wrote:
Damn, this is great news. Good luck to both Thorzain and Naniwa. I may have been living under a rock for the last few weeks, so can someone tell me when did WeMadeFox has a SC2 team and what is their roster?
Lyn and Moon have been playing for a while. I think they're alone though
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On June 14 2011 13:57 Caphe wrote:
Damn, this is great news. Good luck to both Thorzain and Naniwa. I may have been living under a rock for the last few weeks, so can someone tell me when did WeMadeFox has a SC2 team and what is their roster?
FOX.Lyn and FOX.Moon, both top tier WC3 players. Last I heard, they were part time WC3/SC2
Both Lyn and Moon showed up in Code A for a bit, then got eliminated (both). Moon showed up at MLG Columbus where he did relatively well for a Korean and surprisingly well for TL-expectations of him (can't remember if he placed ahead of ST.July, I think he did).
Those are the only two players, along with (someone mentioned earlier) some guy named SocCer (sp?)
Him, Lyn, and Moon + Naniwa + Thorzain rounds out the 5.
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On June 14 2011 12:12 VashTS wrote:
Good news, but I hope things are as profitable for them in Code A as it would be in the tournaments they might be missing, both money- and fame-wise. =)
GL to them both, and GL to MMA this weekend as well!
GSL has been and is more profitable for players who have proven to be very very good _consistently_. It is a monthly tournament after all, and those who have what it takes to remain in the top all the time have that valuable Code S prize money secured.
Both Naniwa and Thorzain are powerhouses with great ambition and great talent and I have no doubt they will adapt and do very well in Code A<3.
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GL HF GG.
Wish them the best. Represent the foreigner community!
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On June 14 2011 13:55 DystopiaX wrote:
Actually kind of interesting to me that they both chose to take it instead of trying for Code S at Anaheim, since that's such a bigger deal. Guess they gave the players to WeMade due to lack of players.
They are in the August GSL which starts on the 8th of August. Anaheim is July 29-31, so they should be able to play in both. It'll be interesting though, because it seems that GSL are pushing the MLG seeds back one season (these seeds were meant for the July GSL), which makes me wonder if the Anaheim winner is seeded into GSL August or the following GSL.
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maybe idra will take code A status LOLL!
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On June 14 2011 13:59 StyLeD wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 13:57 Caphe wrote:
Damn, this is great news. Good luck to both Thorzain and Naniwa. I may have been living under a rock for the last few weeks, so can someone tell me when did WeMadeFox has a SC2 team and what is their roster? FOX.Lyn and FOX.Moon, both top tier WC3 players. Last I heard, they were part time WC3/SC2 Both Lyn and Moon showed up in Code A for a bit, then got eliminated (both). Moon showed up at MLG Columbus where he did relatively well for a Korean and surprisingly well for TL-expectations of him (can't remember if he placed ahead of ST.July, I think he did). Those are the only two players, along with (someone mentioned earlier) some guy named SocCer (sp?) Him, Lyn, and Moon + Naniwa + Thorzain rounds out the 5.
Oh, thank you! I totally forgot about Lyn and Moon lol. That makes sense now.
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On June 14 2011 13:58 425kid wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 13:57 Caphe wrote:
Damn, this is great news. Good luck to both Thorzain and Naniwa. I may have been living under a rock for the last few weeks, so can someone tell me when did WeMadeFox has a SC2 team and what is their roster? Lyn and Moon have been playing for a while. I think they're alone though
WeMadeFOX's SC2 TLPD: http://www.teamliquid.net/tlpd/sc2-korean/teams/7_WeMade_FOX
As you can see there's a third player, who most people probably never even realized:  SocceR.
He was last seen in SC2 trying to qualify for the GSL May, where he lost in the 2nd last round to Moon (how ironic that they had only 2 players qualifying and they met each other in a nearly 200 player qualification bracket).
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Two great choices to represent foreigners in Korea. Best of luck to both of them. I really have a reason to watch code A again. I haven't really watched it since Tasteosis stopped casting it.
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Cool, Thorzains a really nice guy, hope him the best. Good luck hanging with WMF ~
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On June 14 2011 13:59 StyLeD wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 13:57 Caphe wrote:
Damn, this is great news. Good luck to both Thorzain and Naniwa. I may have been living under a rock for the last few weeks, so can someone tell me when did WeMadeFox has a SC2 team and what is their roster? FOX.Lyn and FOX.Moon, both top tier WC3 players. Last I heard, they were part time WC3/SC2 Both Lyn and Moon showed up in Code A for a bit, then got eliminated (both). Moon showed up at MLG Columbus where he did relatively well for a Korean and surprisingly well for TL-expectations of him (can't remember if he placed ahead of ST.July, I think he did). Those are the only two players, along with (someone mentioned earlier) some guy named SocCer (sp?) Him, Lyn, and Moon + Naniwa + Thorzain rounds out the 5.
what, Lyn made Code S.
Despite Moon's GSL woes, I'd say he can still particpate decently in a GSTL format.
Soccer beat Yonghwa in a small tourny, before losing to Cezanne, if that means anything to you guys.
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On June 14 2011 14:04 pdd wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 13:58 425kid wrote:On June 14 2011 13:57 Caphe wrote:
Damn, this is great news. Good luck to both Thorzain and Naniwa. I may have been living under a rock for the last few weeks, so can someone tell me when did WeMadeFox has a SC2 team and what is their roster? Lyn and Moon have been playing for a while. I think they're alone though WeMadeFOX's SC2 TLPD: http://www.teamliquid.net/tlpd/sc2-korean/teams/7_WeMade_FOXAs you can see there's a third player, who most people probably never even realized: SocceR. He was last seen in SC2 trying to qualify for the GSL May, where he lost in the 2nd last round to Moon (how ironic that they had only 2 players qualifying and they met each other in a nearly 200 player qualification bracket).
he was also on their WC3 roster i believe!
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this is so siiiiiiiiiiick
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im guessing idra didnt accept?
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I am so so so so so so so so so excited about this.
GSTL will be so great to watch with two foreigners teams involved.
Hopefully they produce a good showing. I really feel Naniwa and Thorzain can compete with the best.
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i've been waiting for naniwa to move for a long time. Can't wait for him to be the first foreignerto win a gsl
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The third "secret" player should be MYM.SaSe.
He won a Swedish tournament where the winner would get an all-expenses-payed trip to Korea, payed for by Logitech, to participate in the GSL.
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this is such good news. I wish best of luck to both players and hope both do really well.
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Nooooooooo, why would they take that offer? They have so much more to win in the foreign countries
Well, since they already took the offer, I am REALLY hoping they can make it through code A, which is no easy feat. If they won't make it out of code A, they just wasted months for this %!$§.
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For you it might be a waste, Shirohige.
To them it is a dream come true.
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Awesome news, can't wait to see these guys in action!
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On June 14 2011 14:07 Illusionnist wrote:
im guessing idra didnt accept?
Idra has no point to going back to Korea. He was there for 3-4 years? He got his shot and the best he can do is Code S for several seasons which is very good.
We need new blood, Thorzain and Naniwa are just perfect for the job.
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Do you think WEmade's SC2 team could "borrow" some of it's SCBW players? I'm sure a few players from the broodwar team have dabbled in SC2 and from what we've seen even B teamers can be at the top of the heap when it comes to SC2. Maybe they have some B teamers that could play for their SC2 team. That would be certainly interesting to see.
On another note I'm imagining the winner of the trip to Korea GSL tourney in Sweden will play for them, as well as of course the third member of the GSL invites. That would bring the roster to Moon, Lynn, Soccer, Naniwa, Thorzain, 3rd MLG ticket, and Sweden ticket. Seven players, and not a bad roster either.
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On June 14 2011 14:11 Shirohige wrote:Nooooooooo, why would they take that offer? They have so much more to win in the foreign countries Well, since they already took the offer, I am REALLY hoping they can make it through code A, which is no easy feat. If they won't make it out of code A, they just wasted months for this %!$§.
Nani has said his reasons for wanting to go to Korea-it goes beyond the money.. He said the best progamers are in Korea, and to develop into the best gamer you have to compete in that environment. It is most certainly not a waste but an opportunity of a life time. The Western scene isn't going anywhere, and a month to achieve what you've been hoping for your entire life is a pretty awesome shot.
Imagine if they make it into Code A; just that would be amazing. Even if they don't make it far, the things they will learn will most certainly be useful.
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Here's hoping that neither of them get MMA first round of code A. Sweden Fighting!!!
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On June 14 2011 12:19 Slivered Skin wrote:
WeMadeFox? SICK!! I wonder if they'll reveal a line-up of hidden talent, or it it'll just be the players we've seen out of them so far.
Fairly certain that Moon and Lyn are the line-up.
WMF's Sc2 division is quite underdeveloped it seems.
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LOL MOON LYN NANIWA SOCCER THORZAIN SASE
NICE WC3 LINEUP
User was warned for this post
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On June 14 2011 14:17 bkrow wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 14:11 Shirohige wrote:Nooooooooo, why would they take that offer? They have so much more to win in the foreign countries Well, since they already took the offer, I am REALLY hoping they can make it through code A, which is no easy feat. If they won't make it out of code A, they just wasted months for this %!$§. Nani has said his reasons for wanting to go to Korea-it goes beyond the money.. He said the best progamers are in Korea, and to develop into the best gamer you have to compete in that environment. It is most certainly not a waste but an opportunity of a life time. The Western scene isn't going anywhere, and a month to achieve what you've been hoping for your entire life is a pretty awesome shot. Imagine if they make it into Code A; just that would be amazing. Even if they don't make it far, the things they will learn will most certainly be useful.
On top of all of the awesome gaming experience it is an all expenses paid trip to Korea!!! Awesome! How many chances do you have to do that AND hang out with some of the best SC2 minds around?
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On June 14 2011 14:21 hi im new wrote:
LOL MOON LYN NANIWA SOCCER THORZAIN SASE
NICE WC3 LINEUP
True dat!
It will be so sick if they win GSTL.
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On June 14 2011 14:10 Ciubhran wrote:
The third "secret" player should be MYM.SaSe.
He won a Swedish tournament where the winner would get an all-expenses-payed trip to Korea, payed for by Logitech, to participate in the GSL.
No. There are three Code-A seeds from MLG Columbus, which is what the announcement is referring to, seeing as how it is news from MLG. Sase winning the Rakaka Road-to-Korea tournament thing is separate.
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good luck and have fun Naniwa, Thorzain
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On June 14 2011 14:23 canikizu wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 14:21 hi im new wrote:
LOL MOON LYN NANIWA SOCCER THORZAIN SASE
NICE WC3 LINEUP True dat! It will be so sick if they win GSTL.
Nothing against them but I will be sick if they win GSTL. Still hoping they do well though!
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Its too bad we have to wait until August
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On June 14 2011 14:32 RmoteCntrld wrote:
Its too bad we have to wait until August
Indeed, just like waiting for Deus Ex :O
This is sick news, can't wait!
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cant wait this will be awsome
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Great news
I really hope they'll stream some games for us from the far far away land. It'd be great to see them tackling with Korean strategies and game styles. GL guys.
Looking for some good interviews as well
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Jinro can finally get some Swedish love.
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This is so exciting! Can't wait to see them in Code A.
Wouldn't it be epic if they faced off in the finals?
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Oh Christ, does this mean I'm gonna need to pay gom to watch naniwa play? Is there really no other way -.-
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sick, go naniwa and thorzain! fighting!
but who else is WEMADEFOX going to front in their team league? as far as i know this is going to be lyn, moon, naniwa, thorzain?
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On June 14 2011 14:46 n.DieJokes wrote:
Oh Christ, does this mean I'm gonna need to pay gom to watch naniwa play? Is there really no other way -.-
And why would you not support GOM?
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On June 14 2011 14:17 bkrow wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 14:11 Shirohige wrote:Nooooooooo, why would they take that offer? They have so much more to win in the foreign countries Well, since they already took the offer, I am REALLY hoping they can make it through code A, which is no easy feat. If they won't make it out of code A, they just wasted months for this %!$§. Nani has said his reasons for wanting to go to Korea-it goes beyond the money.. He said the best progamers are in Korea, and to develop into the best gamer you have to compete in that environment. It is most certainly not a waste but an opportunity of a life time. The Western scene isn't going anywhere, and a month to achieve what you've been hoping for your entire life is a pretty awesome shot. Imagine if they make it into Code A; just that would be amazing. Even if they don't make it far, the things they will learn will most certainly be useful.
Yeah, sounds reasonable. I am just worried ..
And I'm not sure what you mean by "The Western scene isn't going anywhere", but nevermind.
I will cheer for them in Code A, for sure.
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On June 14 2011 14:47 Kazeyonoma wrote:
sick, go naniwa and thorzain! fighting!
but who else is WEMADEFOX going to front in their team league? as far as i know this is going to be lyn, moon, naniwa, thorzain?
WeMade also has another x warcraft three pro named SocceR who plays protoss, they are a very small team, but 5 is enough to play, but they just don't have a lot of choice that way.
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OMG.
DUDe. NANIWA & thorzain Hwaiting!!!
they will do sooo soo well.
i have no doubt
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How does WeMadeFoX plan on playing Bo7 and Bo9 with only 5 players?
Edit: Oh right, with their format, you only need 5 players for Bo9's, silly me..
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I can easy see them wining code a or atleast going in to code s.Code A is full with terrans and Naniwa and Thor are beastly good vs T
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On June 14 2011 14:52 Nevarix wrote:
How does WeMadeFoX plan on playing Bo7 and Bo9 with only 5 players?
you only need 5 players for a bo9.... its winner stays so 5 players is the max to play for each team.
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On June 14 2011 14:52 Nevarix wrote:
How does WeMadeFoX plan on playing Bo7 and Bo9 with only 5 players?
It's the round robin format that every GSTL has used so far. Keep playing to 4/5 wins or lose and get eliminated.
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Finally. And WeMadeFox in GSTL is awesome news too.
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Awesome news. Both of these guys really deserve it and I'm sure they'll do well. I'll definitely be tuning in.
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My bet is on sheth taking that 3rd slot, he is already going to korea with FXO so given no one ranked above him took it then it's his.
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Its good now that there not just there for code A, they get to go in the team league aswell. Good luck boys! kick some ass
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Thank you MLG and GSL for providing this awesome news and opportunity to three worthy players. Joining wemade is a great move and I hope they can all learn off each others skills. They now have all 3 races to practice countless hours. Wemade also has the most $$$ to provide them with a good treatment. I cannot wait!!!
Everyone needs to give these players props for not "staying back" for the easier money like other players. I respect Naniwa so much ever since he said publicly that he just wants to test himself and prove that he is amongst the best. I believe Thorzain said something to that affect as well.
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On June 14 2011 12:12 Golgotha wrote:
oh and it is pretty awesome that WEMADEFOX will also be playing in the GSTL!!!
Finally Moon will have more players to train with ( hopefully, i mean they're in the same team.. they should be training together .. right? )
WEMADEFOX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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On June 14 2011 14:48 arQ wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 14:46 n.DieJokes wrote:
Oh Christ, does this mean I'm gonna need to pay gom to watch naniwa play? Is there really no other way -.- And why would you not support GOM?
People are just cheap.
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Can't wait to see how Naniwa performs in Korea
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On June 14 2011 14:46 n.DieJokes wrote:
Oh Christ, does this mean I'm gonna need to pay gom to watch naniwa play? Is there really no other way -.-
How cheap are you. Its 10 bucks for a pass with minimal ads.
You get access to the best games in the world in a league filled with players of MMA, MCs, Julys, and LosirA's talents and skills.
I honestly don't watch a lot of NA/Euro stuff because I am spoiled by Korean play.
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I wodner if it is still 10 bucks
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Can't wait ^^. Its going to be amazing :D
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This news is too good to be true. Cheering for these swedish ballers.
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On June 14 2011 14:52 Severus_ wrote:
I can easy see them wining code a or atleast going in to code s.Code A is full with terrans and Naniwa and Thor are beastly good vs T
(Because EU at the top was loaded with infinite amount of terrans up until a few months ago) =P
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this is like a birthday present for me!!
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Holy crap, next seaon Code A going to be godly
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I hope they will be able to practice against Korean progamers often rather than among themselves or Western gamers living in Korea, if not this trip wouldn't as productive. The Code A prize pool is really mediocre for such a prolonged and intense competition.
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Awesome news indeed! Really hope they do well and curious to see who the third one is going to be.
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This is awesome, way more psyched for GSL/GSTL between this news and the FXO guys heading over. Hopefully perhaps maybe we could see oGs take advantage of the new team league rules and run Huk and/or Jinro in their lineup? In any case, gogo Naniwa <3
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I'm a little sad that they joined WeMade FoX as it's... kind of a bad team.. where will they be practicing? In the wemade house, in the gom house or in another progaming house?
Would be cool to see them with IM or so.
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On June 14 2011 15:27 Euronyme wrote:
I'm a little sad that they joined WeMade FoX as it's... kind of a bad team.. where will they be practicing? In the wemade house, in the gom house or in another progaming house?
Would be cool to see them with IM or so.
Them beeing in this team is actualy a good thing in my eyes, because this way we get to see them playing for GSTL allways ^^
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As a spectator, I'm super stoked. I can't wait to see these guys test their mettle against the best Korea has to offer in Code A and the GSTL.
If I were to remove myself from the fan position however, I can't help but wonder if moving to Korea is the best decision financially for these two players.
Regardless, I'm sure they have both given plenty of thought to the matter and know better than I do. Good luck to both of them! Show everyone that foreigners know how to throw down!
Also, WeMadeFox <3 Gogogo Baby!
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I'm soooooooooooo HAPPY!
Thorzain and Naniwa are some of my favorite players. They are both beasts and I'm really looking forward how they are both doing in Korea.
Best of luck guys! <3
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Bah
This news make me sad.
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Great news~ Now imagine how cool it would be if their Zerg addition was DIMAGA!!!
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I wish IdrA would go back to Korea and compete and practice hard to be the best once again. Just imagine it, the "big three" foreigners of each race. Thorzain, Naniwa, and IdrA. If all three were to live in the GOM house amazing things could be achieved.
That being said, sadly this is probably just a dream.
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nice, wemadefox has a sc2 team now?
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Pretty nice. Already pretty stoked to see the GSL July, with the new GSTL on Thursdays + Fridays.
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I have no doubt that both of them can make the Top 8 of Code A, I think the real challenge will be learning the Korean meta-game and learning how to adapt to their style of play.
Both of them can do it of course, but is it enough time? We'll see.
Still, I can't wait! So unbelievably excited for this.
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Congratulations guys, and good luck in code A and the team league
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very very excited GL guys
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I'm confused, are they seeded into GSL July or not? Is it supposed to say July and August just a mistake or what?
What about SaSe, what is he seeded into?
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Nice , I hope they'll do well.
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This is going to be freaking sweet. Time to buy a season pass
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lol is group A an insane group in the GSTL
Slayers, TSL, oGs, Prime, MVP, FoxUnited
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cool news, gl in korea guys :D
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I will be cheering so hard!! ^_^
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I have nerd chills Tasteless!
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This is sick news! So hyped, gogo NaniThor!
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Heck yes! I've always wondered how Naniwa would do in the GSL. Hopefully someone doesn't cheese him out.
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Out of all foreigners I want to see in the GSL, Thorzain and Nani are in my top 3 Such high class players, hope they do well!
Gl guys
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Awesome news, The best of the best need to be competing.
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Tzain to Korea! :D Show them nubs how to play
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On June 14 2011 15:50 RPR_Tempest wrote:
I'm confused, are they seeded into GSL July or not? Is it supposed to say July and August just a mistake or what?
What about SaSe, what is he seeded into?
It seems like August, because that's when FUnited are scheduled to play their GSTL games as well.
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They will rip through code A like a lasersword through darth maul.
And then....one day in Code S the will knock out Huk.
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On June 14 2011 15:50 RPR_Tempest wrote:
I'm confused, are they seeded into GSL July or not? Is it supposed to say July and August just a mistake or what?
What about SaSe, what is he seeded into?
Why would you be confused? The post clearly says they'll play in GSL August.
It will be great to see Naniwa and Thorzain in Code A, hopefully they'll be able to at least stay in Code A, if not qualify for Code S.
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So as far as i know WeMadeFox has 3 players:Moon,Lyn and Soccer.So with Naniwa and Throzaine its 5.Isn't this number kinda low for a team in the GSTL?
Does anyone know how many players now are you required to register in order to compete in the GSTL?
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On June 14 2011 16:35 TheKefka wrote:
So as far as i know WeMadeFox has 3 players:Moon,Lyn and Soccer.So with Naniwa and Throzaine and i guess 1 more there will be 6.Isn't this number kinda low for a team in the GSTL?
Does anyone know how many players now are you required to register in order to compete in the GSTL?
I think it was 7 or 8 players.
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On June 14 2011 12:11 Doof wrote:
Great players, great opportunity. Represent guys! Foreigners Fighting!
This right here pretty much sums it up!
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This is going to make GSL so much better to watch!!
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On June 14 2011 12:12 Golgotha wrote:
oh and it is pretty awesome that WEMADEFOX will also be playing in the GSTL!!!
Wait, what? WeMadeFOX in GSTL? Who is going to play for them? Moon, Lyn, Nani, ThorZain, Soccer, RohJinWook maybe? WTF? That lineup won't even be able to beat ZeNEX.
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On June 14 2011 17:01 Djagulingu wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:12 Golgotha wrote:
oh and it is pretty awesome that WEMADEFOX will also be playing in the GSTL!!! Wait, what? WeMadeFOX in GSTL? Who is going to play for them? Moon, Lyn, Nani, ThorZain, Soccer, RohJinWook maybe? WTF? That lineup won't even be able to beat ZeNEX.
LOL you couldn't be more wrong.
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Good luck brave swedes. Sase, Thorzain and Naniwa fighting!
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oh fuck yeah this is awesome
Glad thorzain, nani and sase realize an opportunity to go to korea is always worth it if only for the fact that you're actually competing with the best, in order to become the best.
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Fuck yeah! Sooo many swedes in GSL! :D And they actually have a shot at competing as well. Good luck guys, wish you all the best. Prove these other moneygrubbing lazy foreigners wrong. Korea is the place to be if you want to be the best!
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Pretty much the best players the western world has to offer. If they can't make it in the GSL, we are doomed! But Naniwa is way better than HuK and ThorZain is no comparison to Jinro at his current state.
So they should at least make it to the Up&Down Matches in their first try.
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Naniwa is going to be the first Non-Korean to win a GSL and than win Code S.
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Wow that's awesome, WeMadeFOX is like the WC3 veteran team now.
I just hope they don't get tempted to practice WC3 for nostalgia instead of SC2. :p
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On June 14 2011 12:11 Doof wrote:
Great players, great opportunity. Represent guys! Foreigners Fighting!
No pressure! ^^
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On June 14 2011 17:08 RPR_Tempest wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 17:01 Djagulingu wrote:On June 14 2011 12:12 Golgotha wrote:
oh and it is pretty awesome that WEMADEFOX will also be playing in the GSTL!!! Wait, what? WeMadeFOX in GSTL? Who is going to play for them? Moon, Lyn, Nani, ThorZain, Soccer, RohJinWook maybe? WTF? That lineup won't even be able to beat ZeNEX. LOL you couldn't be more wrong.
ZeNEX isn't that bad at all..
I personally don't think that this new team will do too well in the Team league. Sure Naniwa, Thorzain and Lyn are great players. Even Moon is quite decent, but compared to other teams having only this 3 great players might not be enough.
But we'll see, I hope I'm proven wrong 
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On June 14 2011 17:13 Nesquik wrote:
Naniwa is going to be the first Non-Korean to win a GSL and than win Code S.
Imo Huk is the better foreign protoss.
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This is awesome! really don't enjoy watching the GSL when HuK and Jinro are out, really only wanna watch when there are foreigners playing so this will be great :D
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On June 14 2011 12:12 Golgotha wrote:
oh and it is pretty awesome that WEMADEFOX will also be playing in the GSTL!!!
that was the biggest news to me actually. i hope they do well
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Sweden fighting! (and HuK ofc)
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Sounds pretty awsome to me, both players surely deserve a chance to show there stuff. They kick so much ass all over the place I wonder how far they will go. GL to both of them!
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I'm bouncing off the god damn walls I'm so pumped just by reading this news! If you were to ask me who I want to see play in the GSL if I could pick any three foreigners, I know these two would be the first two things to come to mind. Hard to pick a third person who hasn't already played in GSL during the normal seasons or world tournament though. Can't wait to find out who will complete the trifecta!
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FOX playing in team league yayayay ^^ good to see more foreigners over there as well
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this is indeed great news, cant wait for GSL august :D
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Nani hwaiting!!!!!!
Awesome news
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On June 14 2011 17:22 baoluvboa wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 17:13 Nesquik wrote:
Naniwa is going to be the first Non-Korean to win a GSL and than win Code S. Imo Huk is the better foreign protoss.
Right now maybe but I bet if Naniwa stays as long as Huk has in Korea, he'll show better results. Not sure how commited Naniwa is to stay there though. I guess that depends if he gets knocked out of Code A or not in his first try.
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Looking at the GSTL schedule, I think we can really be grateful to GOM for making this happen, and pushing all the matches of FOX to the end of the season!
Naniwa and Thorzain playing code A and GSTL will be the most awesome thing to watch this summer!
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I do believe were gonna see some white boys whooping ass in Korea!
I think These are both the best Protoss and Terran outside Korea, very good representatives. Naniwa is just rock solid, and give Thorzain a week to prepare and he may very well be the best Terran in the world, YES, in the world.
Both will make code 'S' first try, and I would not be surprised to see both go deep in code 'S', round 8 or better.
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waaaaaaaatsUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUP SWEDEN!!!
I'm so fucking hyped for next season of code GSL and GSTL. Looking forward to the mystery third player as well.
And oh yeah, a third player from sweden is going to the GSL from winning the Road to korea tournament by logitech and rakaka, Sase. HYPED!!
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Awesome news! Congrats to both players!
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That's one scary duo going to korea right there !!
I hope they make the code s final on day, and nani gets his revenge for tsl
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I will be cheering for Naniwa in the hopes that he shows Huk who the best non-korean Toss really is. Never been a Huk fan and never felt like he was going to be the one to show the korean scene what foreigner Protoss are really all about. GLGL Thorzain and Naniwa!!
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WeMadeFox? How was this not in the news section earlier? Will NaDa join back up?
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I hope Major gets the last spot. The guy really likes to play in Korea and given his work ethic, he's gonna do very well.
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Too bad Morrow didn´t place higher at MLG, he would be a perfect 3rd guy. 2 Swedes is already a bit much though. The more nationalities in Korea the better but most americans don´t seem to want to go unfortunately. I´m happy for Thorzain and Naniwa, they know it´s going to be tough to do well but they go because they want the challenge and it´s a great opportunity to visit the Mecca of Esports.
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On June 14 2011 17:22 baoluvboa wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 17:13 Nesquik wrote:
Naniwa is going to be the first Non-Korean to win a GSL and than win Code S. Imo Huk is the better foreign protoss.
Lol.....no
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On June 14 2011 17:56 Omigawa wrote:
WeMadeFox? How was this not in the news section earlier? Will NaDa join back up?
You realize there have been SC2 players in WeMadeFox for many many months right? Why would NaDa leave oGs?
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WOW epic news, gogogo ppl !
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Very exciting news, nice to see more white dudes in Korea, even if only, for one month
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OMG I Got my nerdchills , and started to move like nervous , OMG WE MADE FOX ON THE GSL TL!!! SO FUCKING AMAZING
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Wow, exciting. Hope to see some great play and some good interactions.
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On June 14 2011 18:09 Jochan wrote:
Very exciting news, nice to see more white dudes in Korea, even if only, for one month
The team league is 10 weeks
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On June 14 2011 18:03 Ansalem wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 17:56 Omigawa wrote:
WeMadeFox? How was this not in the news section earlier? Will NaDa join back up? You realize there have been SC2 players in WeMadeFox for many many months right? Why would NaDa leave oGs?
For a better pay check and the fact that he has already been a part of WeMadeFox in BW .
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That's so awesome, omg I can't wait now, I hope they both do great!
Also really looking forward to seeing them in the GSTL ^_^
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Exciting news, too bad they still didn't find the third guy (I guess?).
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Nice to hear about that, hope to see some go to Code S!
about the last seed,
foreigners in the top 10:
IdrA (said he wouldn't be taking it)
Slush (apparently on his stream he said he wouldn't be taking it.)
Naniwa (has already taken it)
Ret (just got back out of Korea, don't expect him to take it)
ThorZaIN (has already taken it)
Haypro (also just got back out of Korea, so I don't expect him to take it)
So it will be probably be someone from the top 14:
Fenix
Sjow
Sheth (is in Korea for the team league, will most likely want the spot if he can get it)
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Nice! They're so gonna win! (at least I hope so!)
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On June 14 2011 18:03 Ansalem wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 17:56 Omigawa wrote:
WeMadeFox? How was this not in the news section earlier? Will NaDa join back up? You realize there have been SC2 players in WeMadeFox for many many months right? Why would NaDa leave oGs?
NaDa wasn't allowed to play for WMF due to KeSPA v. Blizzard, it was just Moon and Lyn. Now that the KvB lawsuit is settled I would assume that WMF will be able to fully sponsor a SC2 team, and NaDa was the face of their BW team.
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Wow will be super awesome seeing ThorZain and Naniwa in the GSTL. ! :D
And in Code A ofc
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Both very solid players. I'm sure they will have good results.
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This is so awsome. I love Nani and Thor and I really like WeMadeFox!! Cant get any better.
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Awesome news ! But why are they playing for WeMadeFox? o_O
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Russian Federation61 Posts
Super awesome news, hope they do well. TSL finalists represent!
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at least we're guaranteed to see them play in every match, if they played for any other team they might not get in the lineup
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On June 14 2011 18:36 Reapher wrote:
Awesome news ! But why are they playing for WeMadeFox? o_O
Because they lack SC2 players for a full team perhaps?
Anyway I'm really happy to see that some foreigners are going. Was getting so tired of the moneygrubbing americans sitting on every podcast saying how it's not worth going because you can make more money elsewhere. The truth is that if you want to be considered good you have to play with the best and you won't ever do that unless you go to korea.
GL Naniwa and Thorzain!
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This is amazing. Best of luck to both Thorzain and NaNiwa in the GSL.
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Lyn, Moon, Naniwa and Thorzain ex-Warcraft pros unite!
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Thats such amazing news! I really wish them both all the best but I think they will do well anyways!
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On June 14 2011 17:22 baoluvboa wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 17:13 Nesquik wrote:
Naniwa is going to be the first Non-Korean to win a GSL and than win Code S. Imo Huk is the better foreign protoss.
Umm... Barely staying in Code S, Hasn't done well at all. Naniwa gets time to prepare before each game which will benefit loads same for Thor. Huk won't be in Code S for much longer sorry to burst yo bubble.
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Naniwa and Thorzain in Korea should be awesome. I think i recall MC mentioning the he would like to have them playing there aswell meaning those foreigners would have what it takes to do well in Korea.
Best of luck for Naniwa and Thorzain and now im waiting for the 3rd player to be annoued
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SaSe will go to korea too, if im not mistaken
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Amazing news! Looking forward to see them play in gsl!
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Best of luck guys
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On June 14 2011 18:53 Killmouse wrote:
SaSe will go to korea too, if im not mistaken
Oh yeah I also heard someone mentioning on a European stream that SaSe wanted to go to Korea so we'll see I suppose
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Those 2 are the best foreigners IMO. Aren't they both swedish? I see the beginnings of a country to country rivalry as opposed to korea vs world one as the scene continues to thrive in sweden.
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Woot Naniwa!! Have a fun and safe flight. Enjoy the experience with your countrymen, I think it's amazing you are able to go with someone who speaks your native language, that must really help a lot. Work hard and do well, I'm rooting for you. Show MC who's the real boss!
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This is soooo fucking awesome! Hopefully this means that WeMadeFox will get more active in SC2 as well.
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Looking forward to more foreigners in the GSL. I hope that they will be successful!
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Yaaaaaaaaaaaaay ThorZaIN to Korea! :D:D::D:D:D:D:D:D:D::D:D
Also Naniwa.
On June 14 2011 18:55 SiDX wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 18:53 Killmouse wrote:
SaSe will go to korea too, if im not mistaken Oh yeah I also heard someone mentioning on a European stream that SaSe wanted to go to Korea so we'll see I suppose
He won a seed through the Road to Korea tournament that Rakaka (?) hosted, so I imagine he'll be going relatively soon.
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Finally. I can't believe people were saying "hurr durr no foreigns will goto Korea". Just because IdrA and pals who all have big commitment here said they wouldn't go doesn't me awesome players like Nani and Thorzain wouldn't jump at the opportunity!
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On June 14 2011 18:20 Omigawa wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 18:03 Ansalem wrote:On June 14 2011 17:56 Omigawa wrote:
WeMadeFox? How was this not in the news section earlier? Will NaDa join back up? You realize there have been SC2 players in WeMadeFox for many many months right? Why would NaDa leave oGs? NaDa wasn't allowed to play for WMF due to KeSPA v. Blizzard, it was just Moon and Lyn. Now that the KvB lawsuit is settled I would assume that WMF will be able to fully sponsor a SC2 team, and NaDa was the face of their BW team.
you got any facts to supprt this? Because it seems highly unlikely for me that a team like WMF would care about kespa if they see a good oppertunity to expand their team.
anyway good news for nani and thorzain! I hope they'll tear it up in korea!
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On June 14 2011 18:53 Killmouse wrote:
SaSe will go to korea too, if im not mistaken
correct, he won "Road to Korea" over Naniwa, so it's 2 protoss and a Terran
hopefully the last one is a zerg(gogo Slush!)
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Will we see thorzain and naniwa at the next MLG or will there be scheduling conflicts? Because they are likely to reach the code A finals and spend that 1500$ like there were no tomorrow!
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All combined, very cool news.
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woot! GL to both of them :D.
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On June 14 2011 18:47 Nesquik wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 17:22 baoluvboa wrote:On June 14 2011 17:13 Nesquik wrote:
Naniwa is going to be the first Non-Korean to win a GSL and than win Code S. Imo Huk is the better foreign protoss. Umm... Barely staying in Code S, Hasn't done well at all. Naniwa gets time to prepare before each game which will benefit loads same for Thor. Huk won't be in Code S for much longer sorry to burst yo bubble.
You realize Huk beat MMA to stay in Code S, right? That doesn't say anything to you?
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On June 14 2011 18:47 Nesquik wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 17:22 baoluvboa wrote:On June 14 2011 17:13 Nesquik wrote:
Naniwa is going to be the first Non-Korean to win a GSL and than win Code S. Imo Huk is the better foreign protoss. Umm... Barely staying in Code S, Hasn't done well at all. Naniwa gets time to prepare before each game which will benefit loads same for Thor. Huk won't be in Code S for much longer sorry to burst yo bubble.
Huk did pretty good in foreigner tournaments too. GSL is a big step up, we'll have to see how Nani does before we can compare them again.
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Except for Nani, every MLG winner thus far is, or has been, in code S. I'm absolutely sure he can make it.
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Japan6199 Posts
This is unreal, i hope they do well!
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I hope Jinro hooks them up with some good practice partners!
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Not very surprising, but still amazing news! Thorzain and naniwa will own Code A (hopefully).
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Gonna check the price of the ticket, even if i´m quite poor at the moment Gom definitely deserves it !
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Isn't SaSe swedish aswell? The swedes are invading Korea with Jinro as their recon man.
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Hope they do well, represent the foreign scene!
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A swedish prohouse in korea with jinro, thorzain, sase and naniwa... make it happen ;D
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Three? Slush? I wonder if they are waiting for a team announcement before they publicly announce him going to Korea. Anyway this is amazing news and best of luck to all of them!
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On June 14 2011 12:17 kagemucha wrote:got spoiled on GSL results MMA won? I'm on the 3rd game, and MKP is up 2-0...
My advice is to not read TL news comments until you watched late matches, if you don't want to get spoiled...
People are trying not to spoil other readers, but it's hard to think of every single tournament results and be like: "Has it been enough time so I can say out loud the winner of the semi finals?"...
It's kinda like reading the newspaper the day after the superbowl and not wanting the get spoiled... Just don't read the damned newspaper!
Anyway, grats to Naniwa and Thorzain! I wish you to have a great trip in Korea, and good luck in the tournaments!
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OH MY FING GOD!!!
best of luck to our champions!
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SVERIGE KÄMPAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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On June 14 2011 19:20 alexhard wrote:
Except for Nani, every MLG winner thus far is, or has been, in code S. I'm absolutely sure he can make it.
MMA is Code A Times have changed, qualifying for Code S at the moment is extremely difficult. You won't see players like Bitbybit or TheBest anymore.
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On June 14 2011 19:39 Ysellian wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 19:20 alexhard wrote:
Except for Nani, every MLG winner thus far is, or has been, in code S. I'm absolutely sure he can make it. MMA is Code A Times have changed, qualifying for Code S at the moment is extremely difficult. You won't see players like Bitbybit or TheBest anymore.
Buy only because he lost to previous MLG champion HuK :p
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I'd rather these two awesome players stayed in Sweden and participated in the foreigner scene.
But I'll still cheer for you two more than anyone else in GSL and GSTL, I really hope and I know you guys will do well! Sweden hwaitiiiing :D
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Russian Federation676 Posts
On June 14 2011 19:39 Ysellian wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 19:20 alexhard wrote:
Except for Nani, every MLG winner thus far is, or has been, in code S. I'm absolutely sure he can make it. MMA is Code A Times have changed, qualifying for Code S at the moment is extremely difficult. You won't see players like Bitbybit or TheBest anymore.
OH I hope so much "theworst" wont be able to cheese his way into code A.
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The GSL format should fit both Naniwa and Thorzain perfectly
Awesome news! :D Sweden hwaiting!
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This is gonna be so awesome, can't wait. Sweden fighting!!
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Naniwa, Thorzain, Sase, HuK, Jinro and Slush(?). Korea better watch out
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This is mostly for experience... I mean playing 1 month tournament for $1500. Priceless.
It is just my opinion, but I think that prize range in CODE S is just ridiculous... 40$k difference between 1st and 2nd?
It should be:
Code A:
1st: $10.000
2nd: $5.000
3rd: $2.500
Code S:
1st: $40.000
2nd: $20.000
3rd: $10.000
Simple.
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Although there have been doubts that this is profitable for European players with all the tournaments (live and online) going on, i still love this step.
Hope it works out for them, a) with success in the GSL, b) that their join with WemadeFOX will be good and c) that they might get even better while playing fulltime in Korea.
<3
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So Lyn, Moon, Naniwa, ThorZaiN and SocceR? Haha so damn nice ^^
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This is awesome! Wicked! I hope they will playing good as they do here in Europe.
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The experience and improvements they'll get is well worth it. I don't see why anyone who aspire to become the best of the best wouldnt take this shot if they have not already done it. Sure I can understand the economical choice to win EU/NA tournaments, but they're not free money or anything so why not just be away for a month~ and come back even stronger and tear shit up?
Anyway, I'm VERY happy to see you guys going and I'll follow closely. GL!
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4 of the 12 GSTL teams have foreigners on the roster, this is history in the making.
So pumped.
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they gonna need full-time english translator then
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On June 14 2011 19:58 whereismymind wrote:
This is mostly for experience... I mean playing 1 month tournament for $1500. Priceless.
It is just my opinion, but I think that prize range in CODE S is just ridiculous... 40$k difference between 1st and 2nd?
It should be:
Code A:
1st: $10.000
2nd: $5.000
3rd: $2.500
Code S:
1st: $40.000
2nd: $20.000
3rd: $10.000
Simple.
It is not that simple yo..
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WOW Amazing news!! two of my favourite players!!! GL
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im definetly going to pay more attention to the gsl now, so much cool stuff happening
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On June 14 2011 19:58 whereismymind wrote:
This is mostly for experience... I mean playing 1 month tournament for $1500. Priceless.
It is just my opinion, but I think that prize range in CODE S is just ridiculous... 40$k difference between 1st and 2nd?
It should be:
Code A:
1st: $10.000
2nd: $5.000
3rd: $2.500
Code S:
1st: $40.000
2nd: $20.000
3rd: $10.000
Simple.
Great idea! Can't finish in the Code S top 3? Just drop down to Code A and win $10,000! Justice and logic shall reign supreme. Godspeed. Faram.
EDIT: To actually contribute to the thread, it's definitely awesome to see Naniwa and Thorzain trying out the Code A. Let's hope they have some time to acclimate themselves to Korean playing style.
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On June 14 2011 19:58 whereismymind wrote:
This is mostly for experience... I mean playing 1 month tournament for $1500. Priceless.
It is just my opinion, but I think that prize range in CODE S is just ridiculous... 40$k difference between 1st and 2nd?
It should be:
Code A:
1st: $10.000
2nd: $5.000
3rd: $2.500
Code S:
1st: $40.000
2nd: $20.000
3rd: $10.000
Simple.
Code A is a glorified qualification round for the real tournament.
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I goddamn hope Slush accepts the spot.
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On June 14 2011 20:15 greggy wrote:
I goddamn hope Slush accepts the spot.
I'm 90% sure he said he was not going to go to korea.
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Awesome, these are some of the very few players who would actually have a chance. Naniwa and Thorzain fighting!!
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Statistically speaking, going to Korea is a necessary step if you want to become one of the best. It's simply not possible with the environment and practice you get in the west. I'm sure both Thor and Nani has what it takes to make full use of their time spent there and, perhaps, go all the way. Don't forget SaSe either. He's got just as much potential.
Anyway, this is great news!
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Fuck,WMF got team wc3 ready to rip faces!
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Northern Ireland2557 Posts
WMF ftw
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Amazing. I think it really shows how much dedication for improvement these two have. Best of luck.
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good news. During the last weeks we heard way too many "progamers" talk about how it is not "worth" to go to korea. Glad to see that at least some think different. Nani and Thorre, I hope you enjoy your trip to Korea and learn something for your game and for life. Play with the best, learn from the best, aim for the best! GL~~
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not that big of a fan from thorzain but rly hyped about naniwas performance over there
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Awesome! 2 players with great work ethic. I'm super interested to see how much they can improve in a Korean Style Training environment. (I'm expecting/hoping they will be training in/with the WeMadeFox house/crew and not exclusively with the GOM foreigner house residents only).
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On June 14 2011 19:58 whereismymind wrote:
This is mostly for experience... I mean playing 1 month tournament for $1500. Priceless.
It is just my opinion, but I think that prize range in CODE S is just ridiculous... 40$k difference between 1st and 2nd?
It should be:
Code A:
1st: $10.000
2nd: $5.000
3rd: $2.500
Code S:
1st: $40.000
2nd: $20.000
3rd: $10.000
Simple.
Code A isn't a month long anymore. When will people learn this?
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On June 14 2011 20:12 DigitalisDestructi wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 19:58 whereismymind wrote:
This is mostly for experience... I mean playing 1 month tournament for $1500. Priceless.
It is just my opinion, but I think that prize range in CODE S is just ridiculous... 40$k difference between 1st and 2nd?
It should be:
Code A:
1st: $10.000
2nd: $5.000
3rd: $2.500
Code S:
1st: $40.000
2nd: $20.000
3rd: $10.000
Simple. Great idea! Can't finish in the Code S top 3? Just drop down to Code A and win $10,000! Justice and logic shall reign supreme. Godspeed. Faram. EDIT: To actually contribute to the thread, it's definitely awesome to see Naniwa and Thorzain trying out the Code A. Let's hope they have some time to acclimate themselves to Korean playing style.
YEA MAN!!!! Because winning Code A is so EASY! FREE 10K GODSPEED!!!!!!
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Really good news....cant help but wonder who's going to be the third player and if he also is going to play for WMF (probably if its not sheth) but so far FOX has a good line up and I didnt even know they were going to play in the GSTL tho its somewhat expected since having FXO there would mean that there were uneven numbers in teams.
Glad to see this deal from MLG and GSL doing good and Im now unsure about who to root for...WMF or SlayerS? Hum hope they end up in different groups or something so I can cheer for both (yeah I havent read the format and schedule yet, read this one first )
GL to both in both codeA and TL
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Iam so looking forward to this! it would be great if Thorzain or Nani would actually win CodeA!
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it's not fair to put them in code A, I hope they fight they way to codeS
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Best of luck, this will be great!
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This is awesome!! Congrats both of you!
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This is sad news for foreign Starcraft. No more Naniwa or Thorzain replays T_T
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this will be huge, i hope they will be quiet succesful unlike many other before
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can't wait for GSL august now!!! i thought the league exchange program sounded like a good idea, but now actually hearing that (those two particular) players are going to be in code A... SICK!
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Good luck to Thorzain and naniwa. I hope they do well. Although I think they will, they're both crazy talented.
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Fantastic news. Best of luck to both!
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hopefully they will get their chance at gstl and don't just sit around all the time
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Well i hope they will be doing great ! Grats to both.
I wonder though when will they go there ? i know they will paticipate in august, but if they arive 3 days before i would be somewhat worried, It would be good to see them like team liquid and oGs, praticing among koreans learn from them and prepare together well in advance both for the team and Code A matchups, hell even do korean laddering and see korean style play on a daily basis.
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nAni is ridiculously skilled and I think he'll get it np.
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HELL YES, nani and thorzain gonna show the koreans that sweden is at their skill level! :D
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I wish a lot of luck to both of these brave men.
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To me the bigger news seam to be that wemadefox will be in the GSTL. What will happen with there BW team? Is BW really going to die in august? makes me kinda sad but I have to hope for the best...
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On June 14 2011 20:55 Zerum wrote:
To me the bigger news seam to be that wemadefox will be in the GSTL. What will happen with there BW team? Is BW really going to die in august? makes me kinda sad but I have to hope for the best...
Well so far there is no Starcraft affiliation with the wemadefox team other than the name, they only have wc3 players playing so.
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On June 14 2011 20:55 Zerum wrote:
To me the bigger news seam to be that wemadefox will be in the GSTL. What will happen with there BW team? Is BW really going to die in august? makes me kinda sad but I have to hope for the best...
Lol don't be stupid, the only FOX players are the wc3 kids.
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Oh man, incoming Thorzain vs Naniwa Round 2!
Brace yourselves!
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On June 14 2011 21:07 57 Corvette wrote:
Oh man, incoming Thorzain vs Naniwa Round 2!
Brace yourselves!
They will be on the same team :S Dreamhack and Homestory will allow a round 2 if there is to be one.
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On June 14 2011 20:58 Chickenlegs wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 20:55 Zerum wrote:
To me the bigger news seam to be that wemadefox will be in the GSTL. What will happen with there BW team? Is BW really going to die in august? makes me kinda sad but I have to hope for the best... Well so far there is no Starcraft affiliation with the wemadefox team other than the name, they only have wc3 players playing so.
what? is this a different team with the same name? because there currently is a wemade fox in proleague and I'm just assuming that kespa wont let a team have players for SC2 and still play in BW. But I really haven't followed what happen to kespa after SC2 release and if they still has that iron grip on the players and teams but I assume they still do.
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this is absolutely amazing. wc3 heroes united in wemadefox :D gogogo nanizain!
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Probably the best 2 foreign players for GSL atm.
GL HF Naniwa and Thorzain!
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HOLY CHECK!!
HYPE LVL > 9000
I already love WeMade Fox for getting them to play on their team for GSTL as well!
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As Tychus would say: "Hell...it's about time"
Congrats to both.
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My face is now on :3 status.
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Fuckin awesome news!! These two should be able to hit the ro8 easily I hope. Can't wait to see the GSTL action this coming season, its gonna be so damn fcking epic!!!
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On June 14 2011 21:12 Zerum wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 20:58 Chickenlegs wrote:On June 14 2011 20:55 Zerum wrote:
To me the bigger news seam to be that wemadefox will be in the GSTL. What will happen with there BW team? Is BW really going to die in august? makes me kinda sad but I have to hope for the best... Well so far there is no Starcraft affiliation with the wemadefox team other than the name, they only have wc3 players playing so. what? is this a different team with the same name? because there currently is a wemade fox in proleague and I'm just assuming that kespa wont let a team have players for SC2 and still play in BW. But I really haven't followed what happen to kespa after SC2 release and if they still has that iron grip on the players and teams but I assume they still do.
They don't allow BW players play SC2.
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That's great for Naniwa and Thorzain, best of luck to you! =)
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On June 14 2011 21:12 Zerum wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 20:58 Chickenlegs wrote:On June 14 2011 20:55 Zerum wrote:
To me the bigger news seam to be that wemadefox will be in the GSTL. What will happen with there BW team? Is BW really going to die in august? makes me kinda sad but I have to hope for the best... Well so far there is no Starcraft affiliation with the wemadefox team other than the name, they only have wc3 players playing so. what? is this a different team with the same name? because there currently is a wemade fox in proleague and I'm just assuming that kespa wont let a team have players for SC2 and still play in BW. But I really haven't followed what happen to kespa after SC2 release and if they still has that iron grip on the players and teams but I assume they still do.
Moon and Lyn have been playing SC2 professionally for ages. Pretty sure there won't be a problem. They're not getting their BW players to play SC2.
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Yeah great news, another Sweden guys in Korea. That's crazy! Show some power from Europe!
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How did Thorzain get a Code A spot? Wasn't he seeded ~20th? Is it by virtue of other players seeded before him not accepting the invite?
Either way, best of luck to both players : D
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Great news I hope they tear it up! And I hope Jinro might get some motivation and improve his game now that 3 swedes will be in korea! Sweden Hwaitiiiing!!!
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^and they have SocceR, another wc3 player.
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YES YES YES YES YES YES YES F***ING YES!!!!!
So pumped for this its insane. I love the team league matches and its great to see some top foreigners in the GSL
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Yes Finally !!!!!! I'll be cheering for them.
I'm tired to support cowards not wanting to leave their comfort to compete in the best league...
If you want to be the best compete with the best and stop looking for excuses
I'm sure this two are going to do a fantastic job
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didnt they say a 3rd player would be joining Nani and Thorzain?? whooo will it be?
SaSe??
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Fuck yeah! Fingers, toes, legs and everything else possible crossed. I really hope they do well! Thorzain hwating! Naniwa hwating! Sweden hwating!
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Wooohooo, awesome. If it's all paid for I would go without a doubt. I would put my life on hold for a month or two for a chance to live the pro life with WeMadeFox... Practice with Moon, sounds like a good time to me.
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Canada13387 Posts
GL guys have fun in korea and rip up the GSL code A matches and GSTL :D
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This is going to be awesome. I'm glad to see that Naniwa and Thorzain aren't passing up this opportunity, since there were doubts that any foreigners would be willing to go to Korea just for code A.
Naniwa gogo!
Thorzain Hwaiting!
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ThorZain is gonna own it up in GSL! Awesome.
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Damn having 2 foreigners going to code A IS GOING TO HURT ESPORT!!!!1!!!!1!!!!!!!!!!
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I'm so excited to see some foreigners competing in GSL...but I don't want to be too optimistic...the past Code A winners are big names like Losira and Bomber...it's not easy to do well in code A at all
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Nice! Gogogogo Naniwa ! GLHF.
For ESPO-RTS !!
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Awesome news.
How can people doubt the worth of their decision.
"He trained in korea with we made fox" is a pretty good stat to have.
I hope we really see a foreign community in the GSL/GSTL this season.
foreign on foreign action in the GSTL ;p
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i think that thorzain will have a lot more success than naniwa simply due to the fact that his preparation for matches is insane. Both should make it to up/down on their first try though. I also believe that if they don't they will stay in Korea simply because both of them have hunger to be the best(naniwa posting on his stream that he was MLG Dallas winner then having TSL3 loser, showing that anything but 1st is unacceptable) and Korea is the best place to become the best.
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On June 14 2011 21:37 TheSubtleArt wrote:
How did Thorzain get a Code A spot? Wasn't he seeded ~20th? Is it by virtue of other players seeded before him not accepting the invite?
Either way, best of luck to both players : D
He was 9th. The 5th foreigner.
MMA
LoSirA
MC
IdrA
SLush
NaNiwa
Ret
Moon
ThorZaIN
HayprO
Fenix
July
Sjow
Sheth
Machine
MajOr
KawaiiRice
CrunCher
Tyler
SeleCT
KiWiKaKi
iNcontroL
Drewbie
ViBe
mOoNan
qxc
Gretorp
TLO
Agh
Axslav
Namhcir
MorroW
http://wiki.teamliquid.net/starcraft2/2011_MLG_Pro_Circuit/Columbus
Since IdrA and Ret probably said no, first glance would be Slush to Code A (dunno whats going on with him leaving root) then Fenix, Sjow, Sheth, Machine, Major, KawaiiRice, etc.
I'd actually like Sheth to take the spot, since he's going to korea for the GSTL as well.
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United Kingdom14464 Posts
I am excite, this should be awesome! Moar foreigners in the GSTL is really cool as well.
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YES! It's gonna be legend... wait for it... -
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What does "full expenses" cover?
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so glad its nani and thorzain.. 2 players currently who actually want to strive to best the koreans.
grats
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On June 14 2011 22:16 Qibla wrote:
What does "full expenses" cover?
What does "full" sound to you?
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I guess it'll be a fun, yet short-lasting spell for them.
Korea just doesn't seem to be worth it in SC2, unless you're the best in the world.
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i think if thorzain can get used to korea fast he will do fine as he showed in the tsl3 that he is really good at preparing for a specific matchup. if he stays focused he should do fine~ gonna cheer for him
naniwa...not so sure if he is a player who is better with prep time..i always think of him as the guy who can play solid in a tourney like mlg with no real preparation at hand.
anyone knows who the 3rd player might be?
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Wow! Good job Nani and Thorzain, what an honor to be playing on the same team with legendary progamers :D You do good now, show them some swedish steel.
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Sweden fighting! gogo code A TSL3 finals repeat, but this time nani wins D:!
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Ha ha "Top finishers", Obviously Naniwa deserves this (as does Thorzain, he is a sick, nerd baller) but I think this is actually an indication of how Code A only appeals to those already committed (as both of these players have said they were) to going to Korea for a significant amount of time to train.
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Let me just also add that I am super excited for both of these players to get the chance to go to Korea and up their skill levels, I think both of them would really benefit from making this move, and there is no one I want to succeed more than these guys as their TSL performances were both absolutely stellar. I want Thorzain to go show the Koreans that Sweden and foreigners can dominate even their best players.
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These two always seem to meet each other.. everywhere!
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On June 14 2011 12:12 jtbem wrote:
I only know of lyn and moon on wemadefox who else is there?
Soccer I believe.
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Sick! GL to them both. I hope they smash code A/up&down matches, I wanna see more foreigners in code S. ^_^
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On June 14 2011 12:26 FairForever wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:24 SuperStyle wrote:
Even if Sheth decides to come to Korea he will play for FXO and not WMF so lets drop him out of the arguments. But he could be the third player getting an invite to Code A, no? Results would suggest that is the case. If that happens though, not sure if 4 players is enough for GSTL. WMF might need to add one other player. Such a sick lineup though, best foreign Toss/Terran (arguably, some would say Happy or Select), ex-Code S Terran (Lyn), rising SC2 Zerg Star (Moon). I'm honestly super excited, definitely WMF will be my favourite team in the GSTL.
couldn't you maybe expect Jinro and Huk joining in as well? i meen they aren't getting picked up by oGs it seems and i'd bet they'd want to play GSTL as well for more playing time.
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sheth is not gonna compete in Code A. he Said that on TL attack.
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I didnt watch ThorZaIN play b4, did he use Thor alot? or it is just his nick.
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On June 14 2011 21:32 Sein wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 21:12 Zerum wrote:On June 14 2011 20:58 Chickenlegs wrote:On June 14 2011 20:55 Zerum wrote:
To me the bigger news seam to be that wemadefox will be in the GSTL. What will happen with there BW team? Is BW really going to die in august? makes me kinda sad but I have to hope for the best... Well so far there is no Starcraft affiliation with the wemadefox team other than the name, they only have wc3 players playing so. what? is this a different team with the same name? because there currently is a wemade fox in proleague and I'm just assuming that kespa wont let a team have players for SC2 and still play in BW. But I really haven't followed what happen to kespa after SC2 release and if they still has that iron grip on the players and teams but I assume they still do. Moon and Lyn have been playing SC2 professionally for ages. Pretty sure there won't be a problem. They're not getting their BW players to play SC2.
Lyn is playing WC3 now.
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On June 14 2011 22:58 AndersR. wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:26 FairForever wrote:On June 14 2011 12:24 SuperStyle wrote:
Even if Sheth decides to come to Korea he will play for FXO and not WMF so lets drop him out of the arguments. But he could be the third player getting an invite to Code A, no? Results would suggest that is the case. If that happens though, not sure if 4 players is enough for GSTL. WMF might need to add one other player. Such a sick lineup though, best foreign Toss/Terran (arguably, some would say Happy or Select), ex-Code S Terran (Lyn), rising SC2 Zerg Star (Moon). I'm honestly super excited, definitely WMF will be my favourite team in the GSTL. couldn't you maybe expect Jinro and Huk joining in as well? i meen they aren't getting picked up by oGs it seems and i'd bet they'd want to play GSTL as well for more playing time.
both have already said they are not interested in playing for anyone other than oGs-TL
happy for both, but the lack of training partners i think will be an issue. WMF has like no known players aside from moon to be honest and that is only cause he's played in some foreign tournaments. if naniwa and thorzain had joined a better korean team, i think it would be more exciting to see how much better they could get.
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"Hell, it's about damn time"
These guys definitely deserves to play in Korea, what ballers they are!
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Sick! Thorzain and Nani fighting!
It wouldn't be too surprising if the third player is SaSe, seeing how he won "the road to korea" and was promised a trip to korea to stay in the GSL house in either June/July or August.
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On June 14 2011 22:19 zaii wrote:What does "full" sound to you?
Well it's probably just flights and accomodation. I doubt they'd pay for food/living expenses/etc. At least not all meals.
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On June 14 2011 22:58 AndersR. wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:26 FairForever wrote:On June 14 2011 12:24 SuperStyle wrote:
Even if Sheth decides to come to Korea he will play for FXO and not WMF so lets drop him out of the arguments. But he could be the third player getting an invite to Code A, no? Results would suggest that is the case. If that happens though, not sure if 4 players is enough for GSTL. WMF might need to add one other player. Such a sick lineup though, best foreign Toss/Terran (arguably, some would say Happy or Select), ex-Code S Terran (Lyn), rising SC2 Zerg Star (Moon). I'm honestly super excited, definitely WMF will be my favourite team in the GSTL. couldn't you maybe expect Jinro and Huk joining in as well? i meen they aren't getting picked up by oGs it seems and i'd bet they'd want to play GSTL as well for more playing time.
Jinro and Huk play for oGs. Just they aren't good enough to make the roster for the GSTL.
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Weird that they're playing for WeMadeFox in the GSTL.
But the Code A stuff is awesome! You just know they can smash it. Both for Code S!
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On June 14 2011 23:12 FairForever wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 22:58 AndersR. wrote:On June 14 2011 12:26 FairForever wrote:On June 14 2011 12:24 SuperStyle wrote:
Even if Sheth decides to come to Korea he will play for FXO and not WMF so lets drop him out of the arguments. But he could be the third player getting an invite to Code A, no? Results would suggest that is the case. If that happens though, not sure if 4 players is enough for GSTL. WMF might need to add one other player. Such a sick lineup though, best foreign Toss/Terran (arguably, some would say Happy or Select), ex-Code S Terran (Lyn), rising SC2 Zerg Star (Moon). I'm honestly super excited, definitely WMF will be my favourite team in the GSTL. couldn't you maybe expect Jinro and Huk joining in as well? i meen they aren't getting picked up by oGs it seems and i'd bet they'd want to play GSTL as well for more playing time. Jinro and Huk play for oGs. Just they aren't good enough to make the roster for the GSTL.
In previous GSTLs I don't believe they were actually allowed to play for oGs, but with this new (as far as I am aware) mercenary rule they can play for any Korean team that'll take them but only want to play for oGs. Jinro and HuK are definitely good enough to play for oGs, who haven't exactly got the deepest roster in terms of skill...
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On June 14 2011 23:12 FairForever wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 22:58 AndersR. wrote:On June 14 2011 12:26 FairForever wrote:On June 14 2011 12:24 SuperStyle wrote:
Even if Sheth decides to come to Korea he will play for FXO and not WMF so lets drop him out of the arguments. But he could be the third player getting an invite to Code A, no? Results would suggest that is the case. If that happens though, not sure if 4 players is enough for GSTL. WMF might need to add one other player. Such a sick lineup though, best foreign Toss/Terran (arguably, some would say Happy or Select), ex-Code S Terran (Lyn), rising SC2 Zerg Star (Moon). I'm honestly super excited, definitely WMF will be my favourite team in the GSTL. couldn't you maybe expect Jinro and Huk joining in as well? i meen they aren't getting picked up by oGs it seems and i'd bet they'd want to play GSTL as well for more playing time. Jinro and Huk play for oGs. Just they aren't good enough to make the roster for the GSTL.
Defietnly not about skill level. the former rules of GSTL didn't allow Huk or Jinro to play for OGs
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On June 14 2011 23:10 zev318 wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 22:58 AndersR. wrote:On June 14 2011 12:26 FairForever wrote:On June 14 2011 12:24 SuperStyle wrote:
Even if Sheth decides to come to Korea he will play for FXO and not WMF so lets drop him out of the arguments. But he could be the third player getting an invite to Code A, no? Results would suggest that is the case. If that happens though, not sure if 4 players is enough for GSTL. WMF might need to add one other player. Such a sick lineup though, best foreign Toss/Terran (arguably, some would say Happy or Select), ex-Code S Terran (Lyn), rising SC2 Zerg Star (Moon). I'm honestly super excited, definitely WMF will be my favourite team in the GSTL. couldn't you maybe expect Jinro and Huk joining in as well? i meen they aren't getting picked up by oGs it seems and i'd bet they'd want to play GSTL as well for more playing time. both have already said they are not interested in playing for anyone other than oGs-TL happy for both, but the lack of training partners i think will be an issue. WMF has like no known players aside from moon to be honest and that is only cause he's played in some foreign tournaments. if naniwa and thorzain had joined a better korean team, i think it would be more exciting to see how much better they could get.
I can't see a situation where they'd call on HuK or Jinro given the number of oGs players, snipers and depth their team has. Unless it's maybe the first bloke.
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Yess!! They will become soooo good if they can train with koreans!
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Slush finished higher than both of these players, wtf?
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On June 14 2011 23:24 Kqpro wrote:
Slush finished higher than both of these players, wtf?
Maybe Slush didn't want to go?
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He still couldve taken it. there is a 3rd player not mentioned. Thorzain finished 9th and top 4 were definite NO so a few people pussed out declined. Once the 3rd player is named, you will know who said no.
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On June 14 2011 23:06 Lohse wrote:
sheth is not gonna compete in Code A. he Said that on TL attack.
Didnt sheth say that he was not gonna compete in the code A qualifiers because of schedule conflicts? I could see him in code A since hes gonna compete in GSTL which is at the same time.
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On June 14 2011 23:26 Lohse wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 23:24 Kqpro wrote:
Slush finished higher than both of these players, wtf? Maybe Slush didn't want to go?
Lower than naniwa
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On June 14 2011 23:29 TheResidentEvil wrote:
He still couldve taken it. there is a 3rd player not mentioned. Thorzain finished 9th and top 4 were definite NO so a few people pussed out declined. Once the 3rd player is named, you will know who said no.
because moving to a country across the world to play in a tournement that is tougher than almost anything you have ever done, and if you win you would have been making 50$ a day is pussing out right? right? (lets not even talk about all the cups that you can play in weekly too.)
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On June 14 2011 23:29 BobMcJohnson wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 23:06 Lohse wrote:
sheth is not gonna compete in Code A. he Said that on TL attack. Didnt sheth say that he was not gonna compete in the code A qualifiers because of schedule conflicts? I could see him in code A since hes gonna compete in GSTL which is at the same time.
ah, that's true. Thanks for refreshing my memory on that one. They announced that the three invited players would play for WeMadeFox in the GSTL, and that's clearly not gonna happen with Sheth.
- So i still don't see him getting the invite.
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On June 14 2011 23:30 Rarak wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 23:26 Lohse wrote:On June 14 2011 23:24 Kqpro wrote:
Slush finished higher than both of these players, wtf? Maybe Slush didn't want to go? Lower than naniwa
No,Slush finished 5th and Naniwa was 6th...Slush probably declined the invite.
I'm really having a blank here but is Moon in code A? And are the code A invites only for the foreigners?
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On June 14 2011 23:30 Rarak wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 23:26 Lohse wrote:On June 14 2011 23:24 Kqpro wrote:
Slush finished higher than both of these players, wtf? Maybe Slush didn't want to go? Lower than naniwa
Slush finished 5th, higher than Naniwa. He didn't want to go.
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On June 14 2011 23:44 Elvedeta wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 23:30 Rarak wrote:On June 14 2011 23:26 Lohse wrote:On June 14 2011 23:24 Kqpro wrote:
Slush finished higher than both of these players, wtf? Maybe Slush didn't want to go? Lower than naniwa No,Slush finished 5th and Naniwa was 6th...Slush probably declined the invite. I'm really having a blank here but is Moon in code A? And are the code A invites only for the foreigners?
No and Yes. So Moon isn't allowed to take the spot unfortunately
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On June 14 2011 23:44 Elvedeta wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 23:30 Rarak wrote:On June 14 2011 23:26 Lohse wrote:On June 14 2011 23:24 Kqpro wrote:
Slush finished higher than both of these players, wtf? Maybe Slush didn't want to go? Lower than naniwa No,Slush finished 5th and Naniwa was 6th...Slush probably declined the invite. I'm really having a blank here but is Moon in code A? And are the code A invites only for the foreigners?
I dont think Moon is on Code A, yet (he still might qualify) and yes, the Code A invites was for foreigners only
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my bet would be either Sjow or Sheth for the other spot.
Slush was unlikely to go anyway.
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OMG ! WEMADEFOX IN GSTL! Thats huuuuuge!!!!
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On June 14 2011 23:50 monx wrote:
my bet would be either Sjow or Sheth for the other spot.
Slush was unlikely to go anyway.
Sjow is pretty unlikely to go as well, considering that he recently moved in to the swedish pro house with TLO & Co.
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:D:D:D hope they do amazing, gl guys!
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Thorzain fighting, Naniwa Fighting
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Thorzain should do pretty good since GSL is all about preparing builds against specific opponents... Looking forward to seeing them both compete.
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Sweet news!
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Fox grabbing some mercenaries. Sweet! Bigger GSTL will be awesome.
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this news is awesome! I hope T-Zain will take care of his wrist, i don't wanna see a TLO repeat...
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from comments on this announcement on another sc2 site, it is said that there will be a third player coming too, yet to be announced ( some saying it was sase ) and that they will not participate in the weMadeFox team but that wemadefox (or the company, what's its name) will create a temporary team called F.United, only for/during the GSTL
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awesome. looking forward to some swedish ownage in the gsl. best of luck to nani and thorzain ^^
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best of luck to these guys, i got a feeling they'll make a good showing, and the foreigner scene needs some fresh blood in the GSL.
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A third swede would be awesome. Nice to be able to communicate in native language and they all know eachother anyways.
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On June 14 2011 21:26 antilyon wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 21:12 Zerum wrote:On June 14 2011 20:58 Chickenlegs wrote:On June 14 2011 20:55 Zerum wrote:
To me the bigger news seam to be that wemadefox will be in the GSTL. What will happen with there BW team? Is BW really going to die in august? makes me kinda sad but I have to hope for the best... Well so far there is no Starcraft affiliation with the wemadefox team other than the name, they only have wc3 players playing so. what? is this a different team with the same name? because there currently is a wemade fox in proleague and I'm just assuming that kespa wont let a team have players for SC2 and still play in BW. But I really haven't followed what happen to kespa after SC2 release and if they still has that iron grip on the players and teams but I assume they still do. They don't allow BW players play SC2.
why would sc1 gamers even want to play sc2 until thes under contract ? i am sure they allowed in their free time to play whatever they want ^^
just fox have a sc2 team (former wc3 gamers) not mean their bw team switch!
its like you have a soccer club who also plays basketball dont mean they stop play soccer
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On June 15 2011 00:31 CoR wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 21:26 antilyon wrote:On June 14 2011 21:12 Zerum wrote:On June 14 2011 20:58 Chickenlegs wrote:On June 14 2011 20:55 Zerum wrote:
To me the bigger news seam to be that wemadefox will be in the GSTL. What will happen with there BW team? Is BW really going to die in august? makes me kinda sad but I have to hope for the best... Well so far there is no Starcraft affiliation with the wemadefox team other than the name, they only have wc3 players playing so. what? is this a different team with the same name? because there currently is a wemade fox in proleague and I'm just assuming that kespa wont let a team have players for SC2 and still play in BW. But I really haven't followed what happen to kespa after SC2 release and if they still has that iron grip on the players and teams but I assume they still do. They don't allow BW players play SC2. why would sc1 gamers even want to play sc2 until thes under contract ? i am sure they allowed in their free time to play whatever they want ^^ just fox have a sc2 team (former wc3 gamers) not mean their bw team switch! its like you have a soccer club who also plays basketball dont mean they stop play soccer
I didn't explained enough(but you probably know what i meant).
KesPA Doesn't allow any associated BW pro(all of them), to make part of any SC2 tournament, even if they could win with just a little bit of practice without harming their BW skills.(not saying it would happen, just giving the possibility)
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These are undoubtedly the two guys I'd pick to represent foreigners at the present time. They got the skills and level of commitment necessary. Too many others going to school or doing other stuff on the side.
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TSL3 finalists>? hells yeah
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On June 14 2011 22:03 Beyonder wrote:Now lets hope thorzain meets a lot of protosses and terrans :D Awesome awesome news. Korea will only make them better and it will be a great time for them to learn. GL guys
Do you think that he is not good against Zerg? He beat FruitDealer in the TSL and IdrA at MLG.
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I personally think ThorZain will not be doing that good in Korea, however I think Nani has big chances of success though.
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On June 15 2011 00:49 Overpowered wrote:
I personally think ThorZain will not be doing that good in Korea, however I think Nani has big chances of success though.
Have you seen how ThorZain plays? If so, what about his play makes you doubt him?
I'm genuinely curious.
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On June 15 2011 00:55 Karakaxe wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 00:49 Overpowered wrote:
I personally think ThorZain will not be doing that good in Korea, however I think Nani has big chances of success though. Have you seen how ThorZain plays? If so, what about his play makes you doubt him? I'm genuinely curious.
didn't someone mention that he has a wrist problem?
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On June 15 2011 00:49 Overpowered wrote:
I personally think ThorZain will not be doing that good in Korea, however I think Nani has big chances of success though.
Can you explain yourself? What makes you doubt Thorzain?
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Thorzain is undoubtly a very good player. But he is really deadily when he has time to prepare for an opponent. So I think he'll do better in Code A, than in the GSTL.
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O M G! Good luck to them both.
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On June 15 2011 01:05 SuperNomad wrote:
Thorzain is undoubtly a very good player. But he is really deadily when he has time to prepare for an opponent. So I think he'll do better in Code A, than in the GSTL.
Didn't he say at MLG that he didn't think that was true? I know he didn't place super high but he beat some good players at Columbus.
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Gogo Swedish wounder boys HWIGHTING!
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On June 15 2011 00:44 Paragleiber wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 22:03 Beyonder wrote:Now lets hope thorzain meets a lot of protosses and terrans :D Awesome awesome news. Korea will only make them better and it will be a great time for them to learn. GL guys Do you think that he is not good against Zerg? He beat FruitDealer in the TSL and IdrA at MLG.
He also lost to Ret (and some claim that Idra wasn't trying, but who knows if this is true). Thorzain is very good in all matchups, but by far his best is TvP, I think TvZ is his worst.
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On June 15 2011 00:55 Karakaxe wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 00:49 Overpowered wrote:
I personally think ThorZain will not be doing that good in Korea, however I think Nani has big chances of success though. Have you seen how ThorZain plays? If so, what about his play makes you doubt him? I'm genuinely curious.
Well even MMA hasn't managed to get into Code S yet, and MMA is considerably better than Thorzain.
If Thorzain and Naniwa make Code S they will have done well for themselves, I wouldn't bank of either of them doing so.
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Thoughts on who the 3rd guy is? appar slush turned it down. maybe major? i doubt machine will.
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ThorZain has a great chance to make it. gl to him
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On June 15 2011 01:08 The KY wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 01:05 SuperNomad wrote:
Thorzain is undoubtly a very good player. But he is really deadily when he has time to prepare for an opponent. So I think he'll do better in Code A, than in the GSTL. Didn't he say at MLG that he didn't think that was true? I know he didn't place super high but he beat some good players at Columbus.
He also gave a pretty god damn good excuse for not doing all that well at columbus (he still kicked ass though).. He couldn't leave the place, as the scheduling was completely random and could be off with as much as an hour. He had to stick around and eat whatever came close.. That's not a good tournament environment if you're there for 3 days.
It was worse as he was in the open bracket.
I think Naniwa said he had the same problem last MLG and he had to get someone fetch him burgers and whatnot cuz he couldn't go away.
I think they both will do amazingly well at GSL as they've both probably improved even more since TSL.
I'm fucking pumped!
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On June 15 2011 01:13 Blasphemi wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 00:55 Karakaxe wrote:On June 15 2011 00:49 Overpowered wrote:
I personally think ThorZain will not be doing that good in Korea, however I think Nani has big chances of success though. Have you seen how ThorZain plays? If so, what about his play makes you doubt him? I'm genuinely curious. Well even MMA hasn't managed to get into Code S yet, and MMA is considerably better than Thorzain. If Thorzain and Naniwa make Code S they will have done well for themselves, I wouldn't bank of either of them doing so.
I think the oGs team slip something into MMA's drink, the builds he used against Huk were really strange.
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I'm excited for Naniwa! He's always been talking about competing in Korea - he's just one of those guys who wants to play with the best
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On June 15 2011 01:17 godemperor wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 01:13 Blasphemi wrote:On June 15 2011 00:55 Karakaxe wrote:On June 15 2011 00:49 Overpowered wrote:
I personally think ThorZain will not be doing that good in Korea, however I think Nani has big chances of success though. Have you seen how ThorZain plays? If so, what about his play makes you doubt him? I'm genuinely curious. Well even MMA hasn't managed to get into Code S yet, and MMA is considerably better than Thorzain. If Thorzain and Naniwa make Code S they will have done well for themselves, I wouldn't bank of either of them doing so. I think the oGs team slip something into MMA's drink, the builds he used against Huk were really strange.
Not strange, just poorly executed
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foreigners fighting! This is so good for the foreign scene
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On June 15 2011 01:19 ShamTao wrote:
I'm excited for Naniwa! He's always been talking about competing in Korea - he's just one of those guys who wants to play with the best
and he has the skillset. hes mechanics are really good.
Also nice to see some wc3 players together! SaSe is joining FOX as well i heard, so with SaSe Moon Lyn SocceR ThorZaIN and NaNiwa, they are ALL ex wc3 players! And yes i know pretty much every other team is 100% BW, but this is exciting for me coming from wc3 : D
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On June 14 2011 22:04 two.watup wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 21:37 TheSubtleArt wrote:
How did Thorzain get a Code A spot? Wasn't he seeded ~20th? Is it by virtue of other players seeded before him not accepting the invite?
Either way, best of luck to both players : D He was 9th. The 5th foreigner. MMA LoSirA MC IdrA SLush NaNiwa Ret Moon ThorZaIN HayprO Fenix July Sjow Sheth Machine MajOr KawaiiRice CrunCher Tyler SeleCT KiWiKaKi iNcontroL Drewbie ViBe mOoNan qxc Gretorp TLO Agh Axslav Namhcir MorroW http://wiki.teamliquid.net/starcraft2/2011_MLG_Pro_Circuit/ColumbusSince IdrA and Ret probably said no, first glance would be Slush to Code A (dunno whats going on with him leaving root) then Fenix, Sjow, Sheth, Machine, Major, KawaiiRice, etc. I'd actually like Sheth to take the spot, since he's going to korea for the GSTL as well.
Thanks for clearing that up. As for Slush, he said he wouldn't be going to Code A
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On June 14 2011 12:12 Golgotha wrote:
oh and it is pretty awesome that WEMADEFOX will also be playing in the GSTL!!!
We finally gonna watch Soccer on televized match !
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On June 14 2011 18:20 Omigawa wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 18:03 Ansalem wrote:On June 14 2011 17:56 Omigawa wrote:
WeMadeFox? How was this not in the news section earlier? Will NaDa join back up? You realize there have been SC2 players in WeMadeFox for many many months right? Why would NaDa leave oGs? NaDa wasn't allowed to play for WMF due to KeSPA v. Blizzard, it was just Moon and Lyn. Now that the KvB lawsuit is settled I would assume that WMF will be able to fully sponsor a SC2 team, and NaDa was the face of their BW team.
The funny thing is, towards the end of his career, just before his switch to SC2, NaDa was probably worst A-teamer on WMF. I remember in Nal_rA's old boy, the only A-teamer he beat when he went over to the WMF headquarters to train was NaDa. It was pretty embarrassing to say the least.
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I think the real winners here are Moon and Lyn. Fox is such a small SC2 team—they'll benefit from the practice partners
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Exciting news.
I can see GSTL suddenly just got even better!
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The second swedish invasion! I hope it's as successful as the first.
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On June 14 2011 12:16 Golgotha wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 12:15 last.resistance wrote:
I think that Sase will probably join his countrymen in playing in the GTSL and that Sheth will be the third MLG player in code A. dude what? dont just spew nonsense. sheth is quote to have already said he will not participate in GSL code a. ironically that's wrong, and makes zero sense since FXO is playing in gstl. what was actually said is that he isn't going to be in korea to play in the qualifiers, so he would definitely take the spot if possible (i'm guessing he will be the 3rd).
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Pretty awesome that they are going.. but was hoping for a better team. I hope they do well though.
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Great stuff, hopefully it will build up their skill to even higher levels, honing their game against the korean pro-gamers.
SC2 is the paragon of world-wide progaming! And it will only get better.
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Thorzain <333333 gl both of yah!
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On June 15 2011 01:36 Qaatar wrote:Show nested quote +On June 14 2011 18:20 Omigawa wrote:On June 14 2011 18:03 Ansalem wrote:On June 14 2011 17:56 Omigawa wrote:
WeMadeFox? How was this not in the news section earlier? Will NaDa join back up? You realize there have been SC2 players in WeMadeFox for many many months right? Why would NaDa leave oGs? NaDa wasn't allowed to play for WMF due to KeSPA v. Blizzard, it was just Moon and Lyn. Now that the KvB lawsuit is settled I would assume that WMF will be able to fully sponsor a SC2 team, and NaDa was the face of their BW team. The funny thing is, towards the end of his career, just before his switch to SC2, NaDa was probably worst A-teamer on WMF. I remember in Nal_rA's old boy, the only A-teamer he beat when he went over to the WMF headquarters to train was NaDa. It was pretty embarrassing to say the least.
Jesus Christ people have you no respect left for what is holy? It's freaking NaDa.
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Hoping the best for both of them
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THORZAIN AND NANIWA FIGHTING!!!!!
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So there are 4 swedish in code a. More than 10%!
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Great news!
Best of luck to Thorzain and Naniwa, really hope for you two guys to have a deep run in there.
And this league exchange thingie, really shows the passion of the management to push SC2 worldwide, my respect to them.
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I didn't think I would be buying the next couple seasons of GSL. That just changed!!
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Is there anything Thorzain can't do? First he rolls up wc3 now sc2, gg.
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On June 15 2011 02:47 Liight wrote:
Is there anything Thorzain can't do? First he rolls up wc3 now sc2, gg.
I wouldn't say Thorzain rolled up WC3... but definitely making a mark in SC2.
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can u just imagine naniwa vs thorzain code a finals.. omg
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Its so awesome for all the parties involved. WMF get 2 great players that will definitely strengthen their squad and allow them to compete in the GSTL, and Naniwa and Thorzain get some good practice and the chance to shine on a team, as opposed to being benched most games on an already star studded team.
Any word on where they'll be living? I'd assume in the GOMtv foreigner house, but thats pretty full with the FXO guys and Torch, or the WeMade house, where I presume Fox, Lyn and Soccer live.
Looking down the list of MLG finishers I'd guess Slush is the 3rd player. He was the 2nd highest placing foreigner and didn't join Complexity in the merge with Root, which would be explained if he new he was going to Korea. The only other players in the top 16 who haven't already been to Korea, haven't already got some form of training house outside of Korea or aren't already in Korea are Major and possibly Fenix, depending on whats happening to the Root house. (I'd guess its staying as it was before the merge)
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No offense to huk but I think if he could make code S both of these guys will be able to do it too.
And WMF.....first I was like wtf why them do they even have enough players....oh wait. Since they won't have enough playErs, our foreign heroes will have a much higher chance or being fielded!
Gl guys!
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On June 15 2011 03:01 Mioraka wrote:
No offense to huk but I think if he could make code S both of these guys will be able to do it too.
And WMF.....first I was like wtf why them do they even have enough players....oh wait. Since they won't have enough playErs, our foreign heroes will have a much higher chance or being fielded!
Gl guys!
I think they have barely enough players so Naniwa and Thorzain get to play in like every GSTL match >_>
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On June 15 2011 03:02 Welmu wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 03:01 Mioraka wrote:
No offense to huk but I think if he could make code S both of these guys will be able to do it too.
And WMF.....first I was like wtf why them do they even have enough players....oh wait. Since they won't have enough playErs, our foreign heroes will have a much higher chance or being fielded!
Gl guys! I think they have barely enough players so Naniwa and Thorzain get to play in like every GSTL match >_>
I think they will always get to play (atleast 100% if the end up losing the series as a team).
Only Lynn andMMoon are from wemadefox right? Liquipedia page says they also have SocceR but idk if that is accurate. Never heard of him but he can still get to play, he did try to qualify for the latest GSL hmm.. so then atleast 1 of our guys, who will probably get picked over SocceR anyway
It's Bo7 format in the round robin stage, and then afterwards top 3 of each group advances. In which Bo9 gets played. They would have just the right amount with 5 players. But again what up with Soccer. And they will have to beat 3 of the following teams: slayers, prime, tsl, ogs, mvp. Gonna be some awesome games.
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On June 15 2011 03:02 Welmu wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 03:01 Mioraka wrote:
No offense to huk but I think if he could make code S both of these guys will be able to do it too.
And WMF.....first I was like wtf why them do they even have enough players....oh wait. Since they won't have enough playErs, our foreign heroes will have a much higher chance or being fielded!
Gl guys! I think they have barely enough players so Naniwa and Thorzain get to play in like every GSTL match >_>
That's why it's awesome, as much as I want them to be in winning teams like IM, but they already have enough new players waiting in line to make their debut in the GSTL that the chance of foreigners making an appearance will be slight to none. While WMF still has decent players, enough room for new ones, and all of these guys play WC3 XD.
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Man, that's really great! I'm hoping for great results for Thorzain, Naniwa and the whole WMF-Team. Good luck to you!
And yeah, the sheer amount of foreigners from Sweden in Korea is really impressive.
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Oh damn this should be pretty awesome. Can't wait to see how this turns out, hope they can make some pretty deep runs!
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...MMA RYUNG JINRO SAN NANIWA THORZAIN
all in code A...
uh oh...
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This is awesome.
HEY TL, WHEN CAN WE GET SC2 TEAM ICONS. I wanna represent WeMadeFox.
Gl Thor and Naniwa!!!!!!
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On June 15 2011 03:20 SpecFire wrote:
...MMA RYUNG JINRO SAN NANIWA THORZAIN
all in code A...
uh oh...
Good point lol......code A is getting better than Code S.....especially after MMA winning this weekend.
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On June 15 2011 03:01 Mioraka wrote:
No offense to huk but I think if he could make code S both of these guys will be able to do it too.
A lot easier said than done.
Need to win ro32 and 16... and then either
1) Win Code A (highly unlikely, seeing as some amazing players like MMA are still down there
2) Go to up-and-down pool play and beat some stars there (4th place in pool Code S, other Code A's).
Will be hard. Not going to rule it out. My guess is for first season Naniwa makes it to Code S, Thorzain/SaSe is gonna get stuck in Code A, Sheth (assuming he gets the third MLG spot because technically the spot should fall to him, and yes I know he plays for FXO) going to drop out of Code A unfortunately
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On June 15 2011 03:27 Mioraka wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 03:20 SpecFire wrote:
...MMA RYUNG JINRO SAN NANIWA THORZAIN
all in code A...
uh oh... Good point lol......code A is getting better than Code S.....especially after MMA winning this weekend.
Can't tell if you're trolling, Code S is much better than Code A. MMA is amazing but he did have two Bo3 chances to get to Code S and lost 2-0 to HuK. Jinro San also fell. Sure Naniwa and Thorzain are good but do they match up to Nada/MKP/MC? Not really.
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lets just hope they don't have to play mma next code A before ro8.
some notable people who are/could be in code A next season
mma
ryung
san
DRG
stc
min
line
naniwa has a better chance to do well because none of those are vP specialist, while if thorzain runs into mma his chances look bleak.
any one know when the code A qualifiers are?
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gl nani
you should do great, just don't dance.
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Awesome news for Esports! Can't wait to see the up and down matches!
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Code A Tournament should not be underestimated. Even Code B is full of closet gosus like DRG, MMA, oGsHero, MVP_HwangSin ect. And that's without even mentioning the code S giants who have dropped down. Thorzain and Naniwa are both very good players but they will likely have extremely tough matches every step of the way.
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On June 15 2011 03:30 FairForever wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 03:27 Mioraka wrote:On June 15 2011 03:20 SpecFire wrote:
...MMA RYUNG JINRO SAN NANIWA THORZAIN
all in code A...
uh oh... Good point lol......code A is getting better than Code S.....especially after MMA winning this weekend. Can't tell if you're trolling, Code S is much better than Code A. MMA is amazing but he did have two Bo3 chances to get to Code S and lost 2-0 to HuK. Jinro San also fell. Sure Naniwa and Thorzain are good but do they match up to Nada/MKP/MC? Not really.
Technically, if you count the RO8 of the super tourney, Code A and Code S divided it up pretty evenly. If MMA wins this GSL, which is highly likely, then dropping out in ups and downs is really not a big deal.
And by better I mean better for the spectators, foreigner vs Koreans are always the best show in my eyes.
By the way, it seems like I was wrong, nani and tzain are going to play in august, so by that time I'd imagin MMA Ryung and DRG will be in code S alrdy...
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this will be amazing! glgl
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Oh shit, hot stuff! Gogo Thorzain and Naniwa! I bet they're like the best of friends now!
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This is great news!! Cant wait to see how those two fair against the Korean competition! GL to both, and TY MLG for helping make this a reality!
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Well this was always going to happen the question just was when? I think both Nani and Thorzain will prove to be excellent competitors in Code A and I am glad to see them going sooner rather than later as I feel the skill level of the majority of korean progamers is starting to increase rapidly with all of the team houses about and I think sadly they may greatly surpass all foreigners. I hope these guys and our pros from TL can prove me wrong! :D
Also, doesn't each team in GSTL need to have 8 players so... WeMade FOX will have... a lot of guys that we have never heard of?
Anyone know who the third player will be for Code A? Someone mentioned Slush, which I think is a bit of a surprise, although he did have an impressive run at MLG Columbus. LOL if it's IdrA.
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On June 15 2011 03:39 iNcontroL wrote:
gl nani
you should do great, just don't dance.
lol gl swedes!
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Thorzain can defintely do well in korea...Idra...not so sure about.
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This is amazing. NaNi/Thor would definitely be two of my top choices for who I'd like to see compete in Korea.
Do some work guys. GL HF!
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On June 15 2011 04:19 BushidoSnipr wrote:
Thorzain can defintely do well in korea...Idra...not so sure about.
IdrA got to the Round of 8 in GSL Code S. There isn't anything to not be sure about. It's already occurred.
I think ThorZain and NaNi can do very well for themselves too. Looking forward to watching them progress.
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Much credit to naniwa and thorzain for actually wanting to improve themselves and challenge themselves.
Thorzain will do great I think.
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AWSOME! Good luck over there guys. I will cheer for you!
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ThorZain and Naniwa ... (nerd chills) code A 1st and 2nd
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good luck in code A to both Nani and Thorzain, hope they can represent for all the foreigners!
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Good luck! Lets try to get 10 Code S foreigners some day! (and make code A worth it to more people)
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Fantastic news. Congrats to both players, well deserved imo
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On June 15 2011 04:19 BushidoSnipr wrote:
Thorzain can defintely do well in korea...Idra...not so sure about.
you do know Idra was in the GSL for a long time right? He qualified for every single one and made ro32 minimum each time. Furthest he got was ro8 when he lost to jinro.
He won't go to korea anyway he already said no as he left when he was in code S why would he go back and go to code A?
I do wonder who the third one well be though, would be cool if it was slush :D
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Good luck everyone! Hope it's a great season for you two.
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A few points to be made:
From the Scheduale it seems Nani and Thorz will only participate in teh GSTL during GSL august, wich willl put it after MLG Anaheim, So there whould be another 3 Code A invites to foreginers by then
So F.United should easily have around 8 players to feild.
Does this also mean Nani and Thorzain will not participare in Code A during July, but rather in Agust?
I wonder i that case wich Code A tournamante SaSe will participate in then....
Another thing to consider, with the new Scheduale for GSL (A/S/TL) Code A Ro32 and R16 is played during the first 5 days of the season. Meaning any foreginer participateing that won't make it to up and down matches (Ro8) only has to stay for the first week. This should make the Code A invite from MLG alot more attractive. At worst you get a Paied week in Korea, at best you get a month with a shot at the Code S up and Down matches.
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Once... they were mortal enemies, at each other's throats fighting for champion of TSL3 in SC2 and other fine games.
Now... they must put aside their past differences and animosities ("Terran imba!") in order to become comrades and win the team league.
Soon... a wonderful friendship will blossom, one that will transcend ages. PvT imbalances will be set aside. Previous competitions will be forgotten. A dynamic duo will be created from Naniwa and Thorzain that perhaps will someday become the Swedish Tastosis, assuming they take up casting.
I'm salivating at this very thought. Quite excited about this news.
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sick news, I hope they do great in Korea!
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Thorzain is gonna kick some butt over there. Can't wait to see him up in code s :D
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Awesome go swedes Jinro, Naniwa, Thorzain and Sase
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Glad to see these guys fight against the best! Hope they really get to learn and improve quite a bit there as well.
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And to think Thorzain went from being an underdog to winning the TSL, becoming a "big name" in only a few short months. I hope he gets all the stardom he deserves.
Foreigners FIGHTING!!!
Thank you GSL and MLG for making this possible. <3
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Full expenses for all three players will be provided by the GSL.
I thought they were not doing that they change their minds?
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Damn, this should be sweet. Not to get too ridiculous but I could honestly see one of them winning Code A.
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On June 15 2011 06:16 Get.Midikem wrote:
Awesome go swedes Jinro, Naniwa, Thorzain and Sase
Is SaSe confirmed?!
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This whole announcement is awesome, great to see two amazing foreigners moving to Korea, and the fact that they're playing with We Made Fox is even more awesome. Grats to everyone involved!
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On June 15 2011 06:26 Lohse wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 06:16 Get.Midikem wrote:
Awesome go swedes Jinro, Naniwa, Thorzain and Sase Is SaSe confirmed?!
SaSe is not confirmed to play for WeMadeFox but he will most likely go to Korea since he won the tournament "The road to Korea" where the players competed to win a trip to Korea.
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On June 15 2011 03:39 iNcontroL wrote:
gl nani
you should do great, just don't dance.
LOL so true
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On June 15 2011 03:39 iNcontroL wrote:
gl nani
you should do great, just don't dance.
oh yea, I watched that live and almost woke up my neighbors at 3 in the morning, because of that dance.
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cooler than the code A is them playing for wemade in GSTL, that's baller status.
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On June 15 2011 06:20 Nerski wrote:I thought they were not doing that they change their minds?
No that was always the plan, some random american player talking about stuff he doesn't know shit about on a podcast doesn't make it true.
Only thing you have to buy is food but you buy food no matter where you are cause you know you need to survive so it's not really an expense.
GOGO NANI, THOR AND SASE MAKE US PROUD YOU ARE AWESOME FOR GOING EITHER WAY.
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On June 15 2011 06:23 FuzzyJAM wrote:
Damn, this should be sweet. Not to get too ridiculous but I could honestly see one of them winning Code A.
Some extremely good players in the next Code A.
MMA, San, Jinro, Ryung, Creator, Boxer, Min.
Plus potentially Ace, Squirtle, DonRaeGu, Leenock, Moon and Line coming through from Code B.
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Holy shit, there'll be 4 swedes in Code A. They better not knock each other out :[
(And imagine the awesomeness if all 4 got into up/down matches)
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On June 15 2011 07:09 Blasphemi wrote:
Some extremely good players in the next Code A.
MMA, San, Jinro, Ryung, Creator, Boxer, Min.
Plus potentially Ace, Squirtle, DonRaeGu, Leenock, Moon and Line coming through from Code B.
I think MMA got Code S Status due to winning at Columbus, not completely sure though
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On June 15 2011 07:29 Z_DartH wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 07:09 Blasphemi wrote:
Some extremely good players in the next Code A.
MMA, San, Jinro, Ryung, Creator, Boxer, Min.
Plus potentially Ace, Squirtle, DonRaeGu, Leenock, Moon and Line coming through from Code B.
I think MMA got Code S Status due to winning at Columbus, not completely sure though
No. That rule only comes into effect next MLG.
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this would be the only reason to buy a pass.
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WeMade.Naniwa and WeMade.Thorzain. Sorta has a nice ring to it.
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THorZain baby!
I am so happy for him. I am sure both Swedish players will do very well in the GSL
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Awesome! I like both players so I hope they do well!
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On June 15 2011 07:32 ZAiNs wrote:
No. That rule only comes into effect next MLG.
Oh, thanks for clarifying that sir!
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Sjow, Morrow, Bischu and Haypro should sell their house in Sweden and move to Korea to form a swedish SC2- colony with Jinro, Thorzain, Sase and Naniwa
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One of the Koreans already said they thought ThorZain would do really well in Korea.
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On June 15 2011 08:26 Zikeman wrote:
One of the Koreans already said they thought ThorZain would do really well in Korea.
Yeah wasn't it MMA at MLG or something? This is the most exciting news this month ^^
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On June 15 2011 08:26 Zikeman wrote:
One of the Koreans already said they thought ThorZain would do really well in Korea.
he needs to work on his tvz tho
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Don't know if this has been mentioned before, but maybe IM decides to keep either Thorzain or Naniwa (or maybe even both).
IM stated they want a foreigner in their team a while ago and I think there's noone better to wish for than Thorzain or Naniwa.
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wow, pure awesomeness, here's hoping they will go and become even better for some time in korea, WEMADEFOX must be pretty damn happy too
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Naniwa hwaiting, that guy rocks. I think they'll get plenty of practice in the WMF haus, haha.
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Good luck Gents! Thorzain fighting!
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wow cool! interesting that WMF now has both a BW and an SC2 team... (though Moon has been playing SC2 for a while with Fox I guess?)
gl to both!
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The 3rd player in WeMade FOX is ''Soccer'' but he isn't a GSL player according to liquipedia. Sheth said he wants to goto korea, but Sjow is a good bet aswell, seeing him and Naniwa is teammates
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Sheth is going to Korea in 5 days to join his teammates from FXO this is nothing new.
But he never said that he wants to play Code A
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Thorzain hwaiting, let's keep that skill level gap between Koreans and Foreigners bridged!
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Update from Mousesports twitter:
Mousesports: Actually Major League Gaming revelead false information all of a sudden yesterday, so we need to clarify. Our very own Marcus 'ThorZaIN' Eklöf has accepted GSL Code A status and will compete in GSL Code A in August 2011, however he will NOT compete at the upcoming GSTL for team F.United. We don't know what's about Naniwa, tho.
Source: http://www.facebook.com/mousesports/posts/10150203935430906
Interesting.
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On June 15 2011 17:05 Dingobloo wrote:Update from Mousesports twitter: Show nested quote +Mousesports: Actually Major League Gaming revelead false information all of a sudden yesterday, so we need to clarify. Our very own Marcus 'ThorZaIN' Eklöf has accepted GSL Code A status and will compete in GSL Code A in August 2011, however he will NOT compete at the upcoming GSTL for team F.United. We don't know what's about Naniwa, tho. Source: http://www.facebook.com/mousesports/posts/10150203935430906Interesting.
that rly sucks. i dont understand it :/
whats the matter?
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On June 15 2011 16:52 iNViCiOUZ wrote:
Sheth is going to Korea in 5 days to join his teammates from FXO this is nothing new.
But he never said that he wants to play Code A
...All of FXO is trying out of Code A, and Sheth just happens to not be there. FXO have said that Sheth would try to qualify if he was there, and Sheth himself stated that he hopes he can get into Code A via the MLG seeding.
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Now I will consider buying Premium! :D
It is sooo nice to see some foreigners in the GSL!
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Does anyone know who the additional player is yet?
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so epic to see more swede's going to korea! With thorzain's results lately i doubt he'd do nothing but epic games in the gsl! :D
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Respect for ThorZain and Naniwa, they actually have the guts to try and compete with the best instead of going for the easy money in the west.
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Yay! Swedes to Korea, great news, good luck to both of you!
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SWEDEN FIGHTING! It will be fun to follow these 2
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can korean buy season ticket?
my poverty notwithstanding, wanna aid a bit to this epic plan.
GOM hwaiting!!!
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I'm actually more interested in the GSTL appearance. Moon, Lyn, Thorzain, Naniwa and ???
That is a weird, yet awesome mix.
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According to Mouseport facebook, looks like Thorzain will be competing for Wemadefox afterall.
So..
Thorzain hwaiiting!!
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On June 15 2011 23:40 Mentor wrote:
I'm actually more interested in the GSTL appearance. Moon, Lyn, Thorzain, Naniwa and ???
That is a weird, yet awesome mix.
As said several times in the thread already, Soccer is probably the 5th member, if he still plays sc2.
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I believe KiwiKaki is also going and I would imagine would play for F.United's GSTL team. It mentions it briefly in this thread here about him joining Reign. Although they could be speaking about way back in the past, but I don't remember him going before. Take it as you will.
+ Show Spoiler +http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=233557
Kiwikaki has also travelled to Korea for Code A qualifiers and can currently be seen playing in the NASL.
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On June 16 2011 00:24 fire_brand wrote:I believe KiwiKaki is also going and I would imagine would play for F.United's GSTL team. It mentions it briefly in this thread here about him joining Reign. Although they could be speaking about way back in the past, but I don't remember him going before. Take it as you will. + Show Spoiler +http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=233557
Kiwikaki has also travelled to Korea for Code A qualifiers and can currently be seen playing in the NASL.
That bit is a bit misleading. He went there to qualify for GSL3 not Code A. Made it to the final qualification round before losing. That btw, is that season that Incontrol and Select both tried to qualify (both also missed out by 1 match).
Incontrol only went there to try out and was actually expecting to leave early. I think Kiwikaki was sort of in a similar boat where he only went there to try out.
Select had long term plans to stay but decided to go back to the US because of how difficult qualifying for the GSL became after the open seasons.
Kiwikaki hasn't made any plans on going back and if he did it would have been big news.
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On June 16 2011 00:24 fire_brand wrote:I believe KiwiKaki is also going and I would imagine would play for F.United's GSTL team. It mentions it briefly in this thread here about him joining Reign. Although they could be speaking about way back in the past, but I don't remember him going before. Take it as you will. + Show Spoiler +http://www.teamliquid.net/forum/viewmessage.php?topic_id=233557
Kiwikaki has also travelled to Korea for Code A qualifiers and can currently be seen playing in the NASL.
Sheth would take Code A before Kiwikaki could get the code A invite. I believe the original post had to do with his previous experience when a bunch of foreigners tried out for GSL.
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gl for them both, hopefully they do well!! thorzain + nani fighting
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Code a is like terran only... and thorzain is really good in TvT so i think he can do very well.
I dont know how good naniwas PvT is, but the Protoss player in GSL struggle recently versus terran.
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Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL, as a part of Korean pro team WeMadeFox.
This I was not expecting. I am aware that other teams are allowed to take other players from foreign teams as "mercenaries" in the GSTL but I was certainly not expecting the two TSL3 finalists to be playing for WeMadeFox.
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On June 16 2011 01:34 Clbull wrote:Show nested quote +Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL, as a part of Korean pro team WeMadeFox. HOLY CHECK!This I was not expecting. I am aware that other teams are allowed to take other players from foreign teams as "mercenaries" in the GSTL but I was certainly not expecting the two TSL3 finalists to be playing for WeMadeFox.
They are not playing for WeMadeFox, they are playing for Team F.United.
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OMG Awesome news! Neat-o!
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YESSSSSSSS!
I'm excited to see how they do in the TEAM LEAGUE!!! FXO vs. WEMADE FOX!
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On June 16 2011 01:35 dignitasNewmaN wrote:Show nested quote +On June 16 2011 01:34 Clbull wrote:Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL, as a part of Korean pro team WeMadeFox. HOLY CHECK!This I was not expecting. I am aware that other teams are allowed to take other players from foreign teams as "mercenaries" in the GSTL but I was certainly not expecting the two TSL3 finalists to be playing for WeMadeFox. They are not playing for WeMadeFox, they are playing for Team F.United.
Wait what who?
So they're actually not mercenaries playing for WeMadeFox?
What's F.United?
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On June 16 2011 07:06 Euronyme wrote:Show nested quote +On June 16 2011 01:35 dignitasNewmaN wrote:On June 16 2011 01:34 Clbull wrote:Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL, as a part of Korean pro team WeMadeFox. HOLY CHECK!This I was not expecting. I am aware that other teams are allowed to take other players from foreign teams as "mercenaries" in the GSTL but I was certainly not expecting the two TSL3 finalists to be playing for WeMadeFox. They are not playing for WeMadeFox, they are playing for Team F.United. Wait what who? So they're actually not mercenaries playing for WeMadeFox? What's F.United?
WeMadeFox combined with whatever foreigners go over from mlg. They'll rep their own teams and sponsers but compete together
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On June 16 2011 07:09 425kid wrote:Show nested quote +On June 16 2011 07:06 Euronyme wrote:On June 16 2011 01:35 dignitasNewmaN wrote:On June 16 2011 01:34 Clbull wrote:Dignitas.Naniwa and MouzThorzain will be competing in GSL Code A August and will also participate in the August GSTL, as a part of Korean pro team WeMadeFox. HOLY CHECK!This I was not expecting. I am aware that other teams are allowed to take other players from foreign teams as "mercenaries" in the GSTL but I was certainly not expecting the two TSL3 finalists to be playing for WeMadeFox. They are not playing for WeMadeFox, they are playing for Team F.United. Wait what who? So they're actually not mercenaries playing for WeMadeFox? What's F.United? WeMadeFox combined with whatever foreigners go over from mlg. They'll rep their own teams and sponsers but compete together
sounds good also wemadefox would know these guys from WC3
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On June 16 2011 00:46 Fatekeeper wrote:
Code a is like terran only... and thorzain is really good in TvT so i think he can do very well.
I dont know how good naniwas PvT is, but the Protoss player in GSL struggle recently versus terran.
Thorzain is good. But TvT is considered his weakest matchup. He even stated it himself.
http://www.teamliquid.net/tlpd/sc2-international/players/detailed-elo
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More vikings heading over to Korea! Norse invasion!
This is awesome.
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On June 16 2011 12:39 00Visor wrote:Show nested quote +On June 16 2011 00:46 Fatekeeper wrote:
Code a is like terran only... and thorzain is really good in TvT so i think he can do very well.
I dont know how good naniwas PvT is, but the Protoss player in GSL struggle recently versus terran. Thorzain is good. But TvT is considered his weakest matchup. He even stated it himself. http://www.teamliquid.net/tlpd/sc2-international/players/detailed-elo
Thorzain has been great in TvT ever since he started practice it for Kas in TSL. His weakest MU now is TvZ.
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T-Zain's been pretty good at TvT recently. He beat Kas, and 4-0 Select at MLG. But to be honest, he's probably gonna have real trouble against the Korean Terrans, they're in a class of their own.
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On June 17 2011 05:28 Eury wrote:Show nested quote +On June 16 2011 12:39 00Visor wrote:On June 16 2011 00:46 Fatekeeper wrote:
Code a is like terran only... and thorzain is really good in TvT so i think he can do very well.
I dont know how good naniwas PvT is, but the Protoss player in GSL struggle recently versus terran. Thorzain is good. But TvT is considered his weakest matchup. He even stated it himself. http://www.teamliquid.net/tlpd/sc2-international/players/detailed-elo Thorzain has been great in TvT ever since he started practice it for Kas in TSL. His weakest MU now is TvZ.
thorzain tvt is good but its far from great
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i really can't wait to see naniwa and thorzain tear up korea. i think it's really gonna show ppl how western e-sports is just as competitive as korea
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On June 16 2011 12:39 00Visor wrote:Show nested quote +On June 16 2011 00:46 Fatekeeper wrote:
Code a is like terran only... and thorzain is really good in TvT so i think he can do very well.
I dont know how good naniwas PvT is, but the Protoss player in GSL struggle recently versus terran. Thorzain is good. But TvT is considered his weakest matchup. He even stated it himself. http://www.teamliquid.net/tlpd/sc2-international/players/detailed-elo
Naniwa's PvT record before the TSL final was a 92% win ratio, and I believe it's still his statistically best match-up. I don't think he'll have too much trouble.
EDIT: Confirmed, it is his best match-up statistically.
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On June 17 2011 05:25 Obbeskrutt wrote:
More vikings heading over to Korea! Norse invasion!
This is awesome.
You are a hero among men.
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On June 17 2011 06:00 Skank wrote:Show nested quote +On June 16 2011 12:39 00Visor wrote:On June 16 2011 00:46 Fatekeeper wrote:
Code a is like terran only... and thorzain is really good in TvT so i think he can do very well.
I dont know how good naniwas PvT is, but the Protoss player in GSL struggle recently versus terran. Thorzain is good. But TvT is considered his weakest matchup. He even stated it himself. http://www.teamliquid.net/tlpd/sc2-international/players/detailed-elo Naniwa's PvT record before the TSL final was a 92% win ratio, and I believe it's still his statistically best match-up. I don't think he'll have too much trouble. EDIT: Confirmed, it is his best match-up statistically.
He said Thorzain, not Naniwa. :p
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Three Swedes in Code A!? Let's hope they all advance to code S immediately.
Seriously though, as much as I think they're all awesome I don't expect them to tear Code A apart.
Thorzain hasn't been dedicated to sc2 for THAT long, and sure he's awesome despite that, but he still needs more time before he has a chance to dominate in GSL.
Naniwa seems to be unstoppable when he's on a roll, but he's not good enough to continually dominate every player in GSL like he did when he won MLG. So the question is if his confidence is good enough to play solid every game even when feeling mortal. If so, he's got a chance to go far in Code S, even win if he adjusts well to korean play and his own living situation over there.
And of course Jinro who is already over there, I don't really know but I think maybe what MC said about Jinro needing to control his anger is what's been troubling him. Maybe if he sorts that out he will stop making silly mistakes and such.
Also, it will be really cool to see Naniwa and Thorzain participate in the GSTL with WeMadeFox. I hope they do well.
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Did they ever announce the third Code A participant?
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Is Thorzain going to participate in the GSTL? I saw a thread earlier saying he wasn't but it seems to be deleted so I'm thinking maybe it was false?
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On June 18 2011 15:42 Dragonmaster26 wrote:
Is Thorzain going to participate in the GSTL? I saw a thread earlier saying he wasn't but it seems to be deleted so I'm thinking maybe it was false? He is now. Apparently MLG/GOM announced he would play in it without asking him or his team, but they worked something out and now he will play.
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On June 17 2011 05:51 MCDayC wrote:
T-Zain's been pretty good at TvT recently. He beat Kas, and 4-0 Select at MLG. But to be honest, he's probably gonna have real trouble against the Korean Terrans, they're in a class of their own.
Select is Korean
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On June 15 2011 23:40 Mentor wrote:
I'm actually more interested in the GSTL appearance. Moon, Lyn, Thorzain, Naniwa and ???
That is a weird, yet awesome mix.
They should get Grubby so they can be the official TeamWC3 lol
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On June 16 2011 12:39 00Visor wrote:Show nested quote +On June 16 2011 00:46 Fatekeeper wrote:
Code a is like terran only... and thorzain is really good in TvT so i think he can do very well.
I dont know how good naniwas PvT is, but the Protoss player in GSL struggle recently versus terran. Thorzain is good. But TvT is considered his weakest matchup. He even stated it himself. http://www.teamliquid.net/tlpd/sc2-international/players/detailed-elo
From ELO statistics we can see that his TvT is the strongest MU lol.
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On June 19 2011 09:30 TheDougler wrote:Show nested quote +On June 15 2011 23:40 Mentor wrote:
I'm actually more interested in the GSTL appearance. Moon, Lyn, Thorzain, Naniwa and ???
That is a weird, yet awesome mix. They should get Grubby so they can be the official TeamWC3 lol
Or Kiwikaki.
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Now the real question will be how they can acclimate to Korea
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On June 20 2011 04:14 Krogan wrote:
Now the real question will be how they can acclimate to Korea
No, can korea aclimatise to the awesome that is nanizain?
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ThorZain in Slayers house now, he training with MMA
![[image loading]](http://i.imgur.com/ACOJd.jpg)
and he come back to Sweden 8th September
![[image loading]](http://i.imgur.com/8eriK.png)
TSL Coach said
![[image loading]](http://i.imgur.com/epXTM.jpg)
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I wish Thorzain would join a Korean team, I think that if he did that he could be one of the best in the world.
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ThorZain in Slayers would be awesome. Boxer seems to like him alot so I guess it's possible.
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EPT
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