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How did you feel when you got invited to MLG Anaheim?I couldn't believe that I got invited to MLG Anaheim. It's taking place already, when I'm still not done getting over the emotional high from MLG Columbus. I was really happy.What kind of tournament do you want MLG Anaheim to be for you?Because I couldn't communicate with the fans and the really tight schedule, I wasn't able to spend time together with the fans very well last time. I want make up for this and make this tournament a tournament where I would be able to truly say "I was with the fans!!!" Is there any foreign players you want to meet or avoid at MLG Anaheim? And are there any Korean players you are especially careful of, or want to meet during this tournament?Out of the foreign players, I want to face  IdrA once again. Back then, due to Idra's mistake, the game that was just about to get exciting ended abruptly ^^. I want to play an entertaining match with him this time. And I also want to see how much he has learned to persevere.
Out of the [Korean] players, I want to meet DongRaeGu, Park Soo Ho. He said in an interview that he didn't lose due to skill back in the GSTL finals, and there's also the pain from him coming back and defeating us 3:4 during this GSTL Season 1. Since our head to head record is 1:1, I want to take this opportunity to see who wins ^^Now that you have the experience of going to an MLG, how are you especially preparing for this MLG?Since I'm always preparing to make sure I'm not lacking in practice, I don't think there are any difficulties with regards to preparing for the tournament. But I'm often thinking about "I wonder what I could do to entertain the fans and make good memories?". I'm preparing for an MLG where I could be with the fans ^^Your pool in MLG Anaheim consists of SLush, Ret,  Socke, and  Drewbie. How do you feel about your group?I think they are all strong players. Because of that, I've been looking for and watching their VODs and replays, and studying them ^^As foreign tournaments began getting larger, many Korean players started playing overseas. In addition we heard that the October GSL finals will be held in Anaheim also. What do you think about Starcraft 2 going global?I think of it very positively. I'm certain that there will be more new tournaments in the future, and I think that many Korean players will go overseas to compete, because foreign fans have something korean fans don't have -- heart. [T/N: Original Korean: 팬심]
We're curious what you or the Korean players learned through overseas tournaments. We're wondering if your perspectives have changed. My perspective changed a lot. I didn't know it until I went there. The idea that eSports comes from accompanying the fans. When you think of a pro in Korea, the players are evaluated and judged only by their performance and their results, but that wasn't the case in America. What is happening is America is exactly this idea. I think Korean players should learn from these tournaments and the idea should take root in Korea, so that eSports can also accompany the fans in Korea, just like America. There are four players from SlayerS going to this MLG.Out of the Korean teams, there probably aren't any teams that will have more than four players going like us. We're really blessed, and all of this is because of Jessica noona ^^Before you left for the last MLG, we heard that Jessica told you to come back victorious and don't come back if you weren't victorious. How did you feel when you heard that statement? Did it motivate you, or was it a burden?I was motivated and burdened at the same time. I was going there to represent my team, and in a certain perspective, I was going there representing Korea. The only thing on my mind was to win.Recently, there was an article that was published that talked about how SlayerS needed to do something new in order to regain their momentum. Did the team's atmosphere change since the last victory at GSTL? How is the team atmosphere right now?If you're looking at just the results, they're correct that we do need to regain our momentum. Each and every one of the players are doing their very best because we all know this. After I lost so helplessly at the Super Tournament people started saying our team was on a decline, and I want to change this atmosphere through this MLG.What do you think is different about slayers compared to other teamsI think it has to do with our habit of researching and collaborating together. As the captain of SlayerS, what kind of team do you want SlayerS to be? What role do you want SlayerS to play in Starcraft 2? I want SlayerS to be a team that no team can challenge. When someone thinks of a Starcraft 2 team, I want them to think of SlayerS first. As a strong team, as a team that accompanies the fans. I want SlayerS to play that kind of role. We're curious how you started becoming a progamer. We know that you've been active as a MMA fighter before you were a progamer. We're curious how you became a progamer from being a MMA fighter, and what your parents thought. Before I started MMA, I enjoyed games as a hobby. I enjoyed it for a bit, but after becoming obsessed with MMA, I stopped playing games for a bit. But while I was active as a MMA fighter, I severely injured my pinky, and it turned into a chronic disease and I couldn't hit the sandbag anymore. And so my hands reached for the mouse and after going at it, next thing I knew I was a progamer ^^
Whether it was sports or games, my parents were against them. If it was just an ordinary sport, I'm sure they would have allowed me, but they were against it because it was a violent sport and I was often injured. My parents were of course also against gaming, but after entering a tournament and joining a team, they started to have faith in me ^^We're curious what kind of effect your experience as a MMA fighter had on your game play, style, or life as a progamer. While I was a MMA fighter, I really liked the phrase "If I don't sweat again today, I will be crying tears tomorrow". It's a phrase that rebukes me whenever I play and get lazy and get slowly satisfied thinking "I'm sure this is good enough". Because of that I'm never content with where I am and I always push myself little by little ^^You retired as a progamer while you were playing for SK Telecom. We're curious why you retired, and what kind of mindset you had when you decided to challenge progaming once again with Starcraft 2[When I retired], it was a really difficult time. My body, my heart, my mind, everything at once. My second finger started becoming paralyzed when I played and my wrists were in terrible shape. There were also problems with my family.
When I returned to Starcraft 2, I ran into it thinking "I'll see the end of it with this". Since I gave up becoming a Starcraft 1 gamer and stopped playing games, it would take something that drastic for me to hold a mouse again.
Who is BoxeR to you? How does the fact that BoxeR is your coach provide you with strength when you need advice or have a problem?I can't express who BoxeR-hyung is to us. At times he is like our father, like a pillar, and in another way he's like a friend... you can't describe him with mere words. He has been a player for such a long time so he knows exactly how we feel. He takes care of us very thoroughly when we're having trouble, when we need something, all the miscellaneous things related to the game, and our mental health, and because he manages us so well, he is a source of enormous strength. What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player. Finally, please say something to your fans overseas.Hello ^^ I think I'm only able to remain as a gamer because there are fans like you who cheer for me in joy when I win and encourage me when I lose. I want to do something to pay the fans back! This MLG Anaheim! You should expect something!! ^^ Special thanks to Reddit Starcraft and MMA's fanclubs for helping me come up with questions. I hope all of you enjoyed the interview!
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He's back!
Both Milkis and MMA 
Love your work mate.
Edit: The idea that eSports comes from accompanying the fans.
That is so awesome. Fans for the win!
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Nice interview.
MMA shouldn't be focusing on spending more time with the fans. Instead he should be focusing on winning. -_-
I don't think he's going to repeat. New champ incoming!
It's sad to think that he wouldn't be returning if it weren't for MLG/GOM exchange program. At least he'll be able to defend it.
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Epicly awesome interview! Can't wait to see what MMA has in store for us at Anaheim!
And thank you Milkis!
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MMA gives really good interview answers.
Great interview! I hope he is successful in Anaheim this weekend.
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MMA so awesome! Super stoked to see him play again after his performance in Columbus.
Thanks for the translation of course as well.
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fantastic interview, MMA fighting ^^ :D
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Wait, he was really an MMA fighter? Can't tell if serious O_o What happened to his hand? Will he be okay long term?
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"BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player'
Enough said
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On July 27 2011 13:27 BAMK wrote:
Wait, he was really an MMA fighter? Can't tell if serious O_o What happened to his hand? Will he be okay long term?
He only trained in MMA for a short period of time. Injuries happen. Once guy's get injured many of them call it quits. So, it's more like he tried it. Enjoyed it while it lasted and moved on.
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Great interview.
Much love for Milkis and MMA <3 <3
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Once an MMA fan, always an MMA fan
You can do this MMA! 
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Thanks for the translation Milkis
Also MMA is so manner, hoping to see him do well at MLG.
Hwaiting!
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Sick Interview. MMA Hwaiting. I predict he will be Top 4 but I have to give it to DRG for Number one.
Thanks Milkis.
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MMA has so much spirit! I know he has been training harder then ever. For anyone who thinks he is "slumping" he will prove you wrong at MLG. MMA hwaiting!
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wow nice interview
talk about strong character traits, no wonder he is captain
papa boxer, not much more i can say about him.
slayers is lucky to have both of them, they will go far
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My second finger started becoming paralyzed when I played and my wrists were in terrible shape
Oh wow, guess MMA had carpal tunnel?
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gotta say i wasn't a huge MMA fan before but after this interview i've taken a much keener interest in him.
he seems like a very nice guy.
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Awesome interview. I'm loving MMA more and more. Hope he goes far at Anaheim!
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What great answers from MMA. Everything he said there just made me an even bigger fan.
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I wish I was going to this MLG! MMA fighting!
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To think if MMA did not injure his pinky, there is a small chance people might see him on UFC, lol.
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Really hoping to see him win MLG! He has always seemed just like a really cool terran in that he gets behind and then just takes back ground like none other.
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MMA is such a polite person, its really quite impressive to see him giving so much respect to foreign players.
His respect for Boxer is so great. I just realized Boxer -> Boxing, like MMA -> mixed martial arts
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On July 27 2011 13:17 Milkis wrote:
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
an e-sports player that will bring the world together as one.. sounds so epic.
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I hope MMA does really well
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Awesome article. Can't wait for anaheim!
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Wonderful interview.
Seems like a great guy. Cool that he is watching VoDs of his opponents as well even though he is on a whole different level.
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This was an awesome interview. Questions that let us know MMA as a person, not just a player.
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Great interview. It was really informative. Well done.
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Great interview. I just hope his old injury doesn't come back to haunt him in the future. GL at MLG MMA!
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On July 27 2011 13:34 emecee wrote:Show nested quote +On July 27 2011 13:17 Milkis wrote:
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
an e-sports player that will bring the world together as one.. sounds so epic.
i think Boxer kinda did that with BW. i mean, he's the first player i watched on youtube and was hooked ever since
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What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
Dude, this gives me the shivers.
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I found the section on BoxeR interesting. But what does hyung mean?
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Milkis how dare you release this interview?! MLG Anaheim hasn't even started yet! See you on next Weapon of Choice, you better call a lawyer.
Great interview, thanks for tanslating I'm definitely a fan of MMA.
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Really nice interview, thanks for posting this. Lotta nice things to say about the fans!
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Milkis♥
MMA dissing Idra's perseverance
I really hope that matchup lives up to its hype
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MMA fighting! Slayers will make a comeback, I believe!
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Really touching interview. It really puts into perspective what it means to be on a team in Korea and just how dedicated/emotional the entire concept of competition is to them. Truly incredible.
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Cool, GL to MMA, expecting big things at MLG
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On July 27 2011 13:34 emecee wrote:Show nested quote +On July 27 2011 13:17 Milkis wrote:
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
an e-sports player that will bring the world together as one.. sounds so epic.
Funny thing is that it already happened. Boxer himself is the one.
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Great job, Milkis! Did you translate this from Korean, or from English?
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Let the chanting begin :D
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woohoo! thank you for this interview, milkis! :D mma fighting! :D
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MMA studiyng his oponents, prepare for it !
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Great interview~
Ty so much Milkis :D
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oh wow, "Korean players will go overseas to compete, because foreign fans have something korean fans don't have -- heart." strong statement lol
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What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
This is the most epic thing i have ever heard.
MMA! MMA! MMA! MMA! *chant*
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lol some parts of the interview sounded so melodramatic. cool read nonetheless =)
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On July 27 2011 13:52 Nimic wrote:
Great job, Milkis! Did you translate this from Korean, or from English?
I'm pretty sure Milkis asked MMA those questions from the help of reddit.
So no he didn't translate it.
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Wow MMA is a sport that , I was wondering where he got his name. Either way, thank you Milkis!
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Thanks Milkis! The King of MLG is returning!
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I wonder if they are going to do an interview with DRG. I'd love to see what he has to say.
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On July 27 2011 13:58 AngryFarmer wrote:
I wonder if they are going to do an interview with DRG. I'd love to see what he has to say.
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On July 27 2011 13:58 Milkis wrote:Show nested quote +On July 27 2011 13:58 AngryFarmer wrote:
I wonder if they are going to do an interview with DRG. I'd love to see what he has to say.
Of course.
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On July 27 2011 13:56 RusHXceL wrote:Show nested quote +On July 27 2011 13:52 Nimic wrote:
Great job, Milkis! Did you translate this from Korean, or from English? I'm pretty sure Milkis asked MMA those questions from the help of reddit. So no he didn't translate it.
He posted that he was going to have a chance to interview MMA in the MMA fanclub and asked for people to PM him questions :o
Thanks so much for the interview, Milkies 
Yes! MMA vs Idra grudge match!
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lol even he admits to that WTF game against idra. very honorable of him
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I wonder what the korean fans reaction will be to him basically saying they have no heart? lol
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"...because foreign fans have something korean fans don't have -- heart."
I can't even express how much I love this guy.
Also, I think BoxeR gets a bad rap as a washed up pro who is innovative, but not really top level anymore. How much more impressive than winning tournaments is crafting and raising a TEAM that can win tournaments, capture the hearts of their fans, and change the face of eSports around the world. This is BoxeR. This is SlayerS.
Also. Ever since I started following Milkis on Twitter, I have become increasingly impressed with the roll he plays with the community. Way to support #eSports.
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"BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player. "
The stallion who mounts the world?
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What a beast of an interivewee MMA is. The man has learned from Boxer well.
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I think of it very positively. I'm certain that there will be more new tournaments in the future, and I think that many Korean players will go overseas to compete, because foreign fans have something korean fans don't have -- heart.
wow.
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What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
Extremely inspiring and uplifting statement. Really glad I read this interview before MLG Anaheim. After hearing about his determination to overcome injury and then the above statement, who in their right mind couldn't support MMA?
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Will you be doing one for DRG, Boxer and MVP too? :p
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Nice interview!
Loved the mindset MMA has.
Definitely wish he goes a long way in MLG Anaheim & in SC2!
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Hear that Korean fans? We have hearts.
At least we're winning in something >.>
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BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
truly amazing.
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The idea that eSports comes from accompanying the fans What a cool and different statement! Interesting to hear his thoughts on esports. Great interview.
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Who is BoxeR to you? How does the fact that BoxeR is your coach provide you with strength when you need advice or have a problem?
I can't express who BoxeR-hyung is to us. At times he is like our father, like a pillar, and in another way he's like a friend... you can't describe him with mere words. He has been a player for such a long time so he knows exactly how we feel. He takes care of us very thoroughly when we're having trouble, when we need something, all the miscellaneous things related to the game, and our mental health, and because he manages us so well, he is a source of enormous strength.
What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
Woah...
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
Sounds straight out of Naruto hahaha. But I love it so much, so epic. I ♥ MMA.
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This MLG feels like a battle between DongRaeGu and SlayerS as both sides expect to win, and both sides have come for the code S spot. I feel SlayerS has an advantage in this because they have multiple code S level players competing for the spot, and DongRaeGu has a group with two players perfectly capable of competing with him. I want DongRaeGu to get his code S spot, but I want MMA or BoxeR to get it more. Go MMA.
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Love ya MMA, really hope that one of my 3 favourite 'M' terrans can finally regain some momentum back and win big games 
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"I think of it very positively. I'm certain that there will be more new tournaments in the future, and I think that many Korean players will go overseas to compete, because foreign fans have something korean fans don't have -- heart."
That is awesome to hear coming from a korean pro gamer.
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Does anyone feel like MMA is, uhm, a bit lanky to be a ex-MMA?
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MMA! Take the championship!!!
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He is my favourite player this mlg - i just love this guy. I shed a tear when he lost at the GSL finals - i will cheer for him this MLG
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On July 27 2011 14:21 Quochobao wrote:
Does anyone feel like MMA is, uhm, a bit lanky to be a ex-MMA?
MMA has weight divisions, im sure he would have been matched up with other lanky fighters.
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Goosebumps, I will root for this guy.
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On July 27 2011 14:26 Maghetti wrote:Show nested quote +On July 27 2011 14:21 Quochobao wrote:
Does anyone feel like MMA is, uhm, a bit lanky to be a ex-MMA? MMA has weight divisions, im sure he would have been matched up with other lanky fighters.
The guy was never a professional MMA fighter. He sparred as an amateur.
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Cant wait will he be able to hold his title from players like DRG??? idk man
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"What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player. "
Most interesting part of the interview for me. Interesting that one of Korea's biggest and most loved Starcraft players would have this type of global mentality. Maybe I'm just reading too much into it.
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Thanks for the translation Milkis!
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MMA <3
Seriously have you guys seen his documentary on Gom.tv? He puts so much effort and soul into his dreams. My favorite player and person right now. Hope he goes far! Because he deserves it.
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Awesome interview Milkis. Im hoping SlayerS takes a full sweep of 1-2-3-4.
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On July 27 2011 14:39 Zeevo wrote:
MMA <3
Seriously have you guys seen his documentary on Gom.tv? He puts so much effort and soul into his dreams. My favorite player and person right now. Hope he goes far! Because he deserves it.
Mind linking?
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BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
Man, that is really inspirational...I hope I can see this in my lifetime
Reading that quote gave me some nerd-chills
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Wow those were some very good questions and very good response! Thanks for the great interview! This definitely makes me more of an MMA fan. Looking forward to how he does.
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What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
The prophecy must be fulfilled, MMA!
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On July 27 2011 13:41 lee365 wrote:
I found the section on BoxeR interesting. But what does hyung mean?
I think its a term of respect or formal speaking
I could be wrong though
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On July 27 2011 14:47 Corvette wrote:Show nested quote +On July 27 2011 13:41 lee365 wrote:
I found the section on BoxeR interesting. But what does hyung mean? I think its a term of respect or formal speaking I could be wrong though
It literally means "older brother", but it's just a way of respectfully addressing people older than you (but not by too much)
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First time I watched competitive SC2 is MLG Columbus, and have been a fan of MMA ever since. <3
MMA fighting!
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Thank you Milkis, excellent read!
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i hope he wins again, chant MMA MMA MMA once more
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Great interview. I hope MMA can win MLG again.
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Very insperational indeed. good luck at MLG !
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On July 27 2011 13:41 lee365 wrote:
I found the section on BoxeR interesting. But what does hyung mean?
attaching -hyung to the end of the name is a respectful way for a male to address an older male (not old, but just in relation to the speaker's age)
When he refered to Jessica, he used -noona, which is a respectful way for a male to address an older female
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wohoooo thx man.great interview
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What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
This!
Frankly speaking, I don't really into SlayerS. But this statement really won me over.
SlayerS HWAITINGGG!!
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Great interview by MMA :D
Really hope he does well at MLG! A DRG vs MMA finals would be so epic lol, but probably not likely :p
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Ahhh MMA my bro, you gotta show us you can take a back to back win from MLG, even with all the korean invites :D
Great interview btw, gotta love the answer he gives.
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He really did MMA? Lol me and him and pretty similar stories since the only reason I played so much SC2 was because I was injured while practicing martial arts
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i'm rooting for too many players now!
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Awsome interview with MMA, SlayerS is one the few teams that really show their passion and vision for the future of eSports. Not saying other teams don't but with all the stuff happening lately, their passion really shines through, they really show that they care.
I'm looking forward to seeing slayers perform well at Anaheim and future MLGs!!!!
SlayerS hwaiting!!!
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Great responses from a great player! I hope MMA continues to do well
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On July 27 2011 15:09 QuoteSky wrote:
i'm rooting for too many players now!
seriously, me too! :D
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Holly Cow! I was a huge MMA before this...he is amazing! hwaiting!!!!
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wow Boxer is so epic ._. bring the world together..
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milki mma fighting! awesome interview, btw.
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My god how can you not absolutely love MMA? Honestly, I don't expect him to do well at this MLG. It's just a gut feeling I have. I seriously hope I'm mistaken.
No matter how well he does though, I will be a die-hard fan.
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I really hope this is the 1st step to the path of his bonjwa career.
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thanks mma and gl!
oh, and ^^
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and oh yeah, boxer the god as usual haha
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gotta love milkisss :D
hmm lol boxer doesn't think oov was good enough
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On July 27 2011 13:33 godemperor wrote:
To think if MMA did not injure his pinky, there is a small chance people might see him on UFC, lol.
As long as he doesn't get the Carlos Condit special *face palm*
Wow so MMA's name did come from MMA... I thought it was just a coincidence that his name was MMA.
That's cool to hear!
On July 27 2011 14:58 skrzmark wrote:
noona is older girl?
yeah it's Korean manner/respect titles for older person
Guys call older girls (nuna/noona)
and older guys (hyung) for example Nestea hyung (forgot his real name >,<)
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After the last sentence of the interview ("Expect somethign!!"), I immediatly pushed this button: http://inception.davepedu.com/
It just was the right thing to do.
Thanks for the awesome interview, both of you.
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MMA is so awesome! This MLG is going to be amazing and I'd love to see him take it again.
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probably the best interview of a Korean player I've ever read
thank you for that
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MMA is such a deserving player. It almost seems to be destiny that Boxer and MMA have come to work together. I hope with all my heart that Boxer becomes the great player in SC2 that we know him as, but I definitely would not mind seeing his protege MMA becoming the next greatest thing.
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What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
This made me smile what a baller statement.
MMA seems like an awesome person! I hope he has a deep run this MLG! Good luck MMA
And thank you Milkis as always
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He does have Boxer's good looks/hair
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So Boxer made a prophecy? One player to bind them all. One who shall bring blanace to esports. The Chosen One
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Slayers FIGHTING! Always.
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On July 27 2011 16:18 JunkkaGom wrote:
So Boxer made a prophecy? One player to bind them all. One who shall bring blanace to esports. The Chosen One
John you should become a progamer and becomes this person!!!
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What a cool guy with an awesome attitude. I can't say I'll root for him in every match (HuK WHAIGHTINGGGG), but I'll definitely be cheering him on. And even if he ends up playing and beating HuK, I'll be glad HuK lost to such an awesome dude.
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So much love for Milkis and for MMA. I will have MMA's little Korean pro-babies and Milkis can tell me what they're saying. <3
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On July 27 2011 16:18 JunkkaGom wrote:
So Boxer made a prophecy? One player to bind them all. One who shall bring blanace to esports. The Chosen One
I was thinking exactly the same thing , somemone needs to photoshop this :p .
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Very nice interview! Excited to see him in anaheim!
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Hope mma performs well again actually im certain he will
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On July 27 2011 16:18 JunkkaGom wrote:
So Boxer made a prophecy? One player to bind them all. One who shall bring blanace to esports. The Chosen One
Three wins for the Golden-mouse under OSL,
Seven games for the Proleague-match in their booth of stone,
Nine years for MSL doomed to die,
One player for the Emperor on his grand throne
In the land of Korea where Esports lie.
One Player to rule them all, One Player to find them,
One Player to bring them all and in the studio pwn them
In the land of Korea where Esports lie.
- Emperor of the Games
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MMA wrote:
I think that many Korean players will go overseas to compete, because foreign fans have something korean fans don't have -- heart.
<3 MMA fighting!!
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This interview is seriously bad ass hoping great things come from MMA awaiting his arrival at MLG hope he wins! :D if not GL getting back to Code A you don't belong in Code B >_<!
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Wow, really big words coming from a Korean progamer about the foreign fans.. To the guys that are going: Don't let us down guys! Yell and cheer untill your voice is gone! gogogo, MMA fighting!
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awesome interview. awesome guy. gl mma!
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Thanks Milkis. I just became an even bigger fan of MMAs.
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MMA! MMA! MMA!
this mlg cheering was the best I ever saw, so good.. wished I could've been there
MMA fightiiiiinnng!
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i can respect that dream he has and wish him the best of luck. pity he's not a zerg or i'd really get behind him.
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wtf? MMA was really active in competitive MMA and not just a fan of it?
Forget MLG Relay race, we need an MLG cagefight!
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Asome intervierw, MMA just got another fan. Go Team Slayer!
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Such an amazing interview. I think this might be the best interview i've ever read.
His loss at the Super Tournament was disappointing, but he is an amazing player, and the way that he carries himself and speaks in interviews makes me want him to win more and more, and have faith that he is able to do so.
If i was ever rooting for someone else to win before (i wasn't) then i wouldn't be after this interview.
gl at Anaheim. Bring home the trophy champ!
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Nice interview! Thanks Milkis!
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Awesome interview. MMA is so awesome. Thanks !!
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amazing format and interview
CTS is really somewhat hard for me to detect in myself and others,
i know personally my right arm just starts getting sore after some time of playing the same way over and over
i read/heard in another interview that MMA can't really practice for long, i kind of fear for his stamina this way : ( but we're all believers
on a general note, i think it's really amazing that we're getting to know these players so well after a short amount of time. there's something new each time, and so many personalities that shined through via homestory cup, etc
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So wait, let me get this straight...
MMA is a BoxeR?
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Nice interview. Wish him the best of luck at MLG Anaheim.
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MMA so amazing :D
I will be cheering for you very hard this weekend (from home!).
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Greate guy, greate interview and really good to hype me for mlg anaheim. I am so happy it will
be my weekend off :-)
SlayerS Fightiiiing!!!
Oh and thank you for your hard work "mr. journalist" :-p
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Great interview. Thanks for it!
And ye MMA got problems with his fingers and wrist aswell, said that in the movie about him.
Sad to see so many progamers getting problems with their wrists, but playing with high apm does stress the wrists (sounds stupid, but its quite true).
Wish him and Slayers the best of luck at MLG, Slayers is a team I got alot of respect for.
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i used to brag to my friends about MMA despite not wanting to jump the bandwagon and simply calling him a legend killer
but to brag to them about how clutch of a player MMA is
all that time MMA playing as a newly seen player in GTSL and destroying face without disappointing the wish for slayers to win
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you can't describe him with mere words.
Wow i love this quote
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MMA fighting!!!
win another MLG beat MC for the best Korean in foreigner tournys!
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Well what can i say?
This guy has it all! His answers were so clever and composed. He is a great player and whats best about him is that even though he doesnt always win, he almost always delivers great games!
Now that i think about it, MMA's story is like a fairy tale or something. Initial lack of success and injuries(in MMA and BW), followed by "adoption" by great mentor(Boxer), followed by great success until major flaw(loss in Super Tournament Finals), and so on...
The guy even has a prophecy to fullfil(being the player that unites the worlds) and a rival(DRG).
Make a movie about him already :D
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Pretty awesome he's trying to interact with fans he can't talk with hehe
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hes got really good manner. hes awsome
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Ditch those old de-motivating parents MMA, just have BoxeR and Jessica adopt you!
Wait.. they're around 30-33 and MMA's around 20 (I think)... So I guess that's a little messed up, but it's totally worth it.
For real though, loved the interview, very motivating and I look forward to seeing him hopefully beat DRG.
Oh, imagine Boxer vs MMA finals @ MLG. I'm not gonna say it would be just like Boxer vs iloveoov (don't want BW fans to go and get all pissed >,> did you read Kellymilkies blog? Dear lord man) but that's what comes to mind. Too bad that *probably* won't happen.
Oh well, one can always dream. Boxer/MMA Fightiiiing!
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On July 27 2011 17:31 JustPassingBy wrote:
wtf? MMA was really active in competitive MMA and not just a fan of it?
Forget MLG Relay race, we need an MLG cagefight!
DRG vs MMA >: )....
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We love you MMA! Win lose or draw. YOu will be loved and cherished here. I don't care if you never win a game again. Well ya i do but i will always be a HUGE fan! Good luck. Unfortanately i wont be able to make it out there. But hopefully we will meet someday.
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Boxer, I'll unite the world for you! :D
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Oh Milkis, what would we do without you.
I'm going to be glued to my seat this weekend.
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Awesome interview, now I can't wait for MLG to start
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MMA! MMA! MMA!
Looking forward to seeing him play :-)
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Great interview. Awesome quotes about Boxer too. Hope MMA can become the player Boxer envisaged!
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Amazing interview, great questions and great answers. Love MMA's enthusiasm and approach to progaming, you can definitely tell he is trying to follow by Boxer's example.
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10/10 interview, already read again.
i hope the fans go wild for MMA at Anaheim, GL!
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Awesome interview.
i still remember the MMA chants in MLG columbus and i still get nerd chills from it.
i'm sooo supporting MMA all the way!!
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What the crap, Milkis? Where is your journalistic integrity? Why didn't you ask DRG for his side of the story?
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why MMA again? I know he is good and good mannered and everything but still would like to see some diversity in faces
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very nice, thanks for the input by both party
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As a zergy, i dont have much love for any players that play Terran or Protoss. But more and more interviews like this one ignite an enthusiasm for the game as a whole, regardless of what race they play.
Thank you Milkis and MMA for making me care.
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I don't post much but I'm starting to more and more.
I didn't really know MMA before this interview, his words move me, especially the last two.
You've gained a fan I'll cheer for you!
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Going to be my first MLG! Super excited to see MMA irl.
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thanks interview. didn't know he actually trained mma thought he was just a fan lol. I like his comment on the fans, foreign fans have def. shown more enthusiasm for sc2 games.
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great interview with a great guy.
ty for that
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On July 27 2011 13:34 emecee wrote:Show nested quote +On July 27 2011 13:17 Milkis wrote:
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
an e-sports player that will bring the world together as one.. sounds so epic.
You were the chosen one!! You were to bring balance to the force, not leave it in darkness!
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I really enjoyed reading this interview, very humble.
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Great interview. I hope he does well.
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Awesome read! Hopefully DongRaeGu crushes you MMA!
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i guess you could say MMA is coming back to MLG Anaheim with a fight.....
*hides under covers from bad joke*
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MMA I cheer for you again !!! :D
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Great read. Kind words for Idra as well. Can't wait for MLG.
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MMA so gosu! This MLG is goona be sick! =D
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Really great interview, I'm not even a fan of MMA but some of the things he said warmed my heart <3.
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"BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player"
Legendary.
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So many things about this interview are just plain inspirational...+1 fan, sir :D
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i really want him and idrA to face off again
+ Show Spoiler +but this time i want idrA to WIIIIIIIIIIN
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On July 27 2011 22:57 integrity wrote:i really want him and idrA to face off again + Show Spoiler +but this time i want idrA to WIIIIIIIIIIN
I too want them to meet again.
+ Show Spoiler +And see Idra buckle under pressure AGAIIIIN
MMA seems like such a cool dude, very laid back and mannered. It's so easy to cheer for him and SlayerS as they all seem to be very friendly and cool people.
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Such a good guy, I really hope he takes Anaheim and can some day fulfil his dreams
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Great interview, thanks Milkis. MMA fighting! Hope he wins MLG.
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It's amazing, the difference between a Korean pro-gamer and those in NA and their attitude towards gaming, the fans and the opportunity they have.
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I already loved MMA, and this article grew my appreciation for him by a factor of two at least.
Keep up the stellar work MMA, you're an absolutely amazing guy.
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After reading this interview i'm actually starting to root for MMA.
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Wow. Amazing interview.
Thanks milkis.
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I am becoming a bigger and bigger fan!
<3 MMA Fighting
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MMA vs IDRA gogogogogogo!!!!
Thanks Milkis
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Nice interview. Thank you Milkis.
I really hope he wins this MLG. MMA FIGHTING!!
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I was already an MMA fan before this interview but I am even more so now he seems like a very good kid and I'm glad we heard his thoughts.
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Sick interview I can't wait to see MMA again in US.
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Love MMA, really want to see him win another MLG :DD
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BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
Amazing. Can't wait to see his performance at Anaheim. Going to be an awesome tournament :D
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I ould like to see the korean reaction to his "heart" comment.
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Go MMA! :D.
Btw why are the other 2 slayers people going? Did they win some in house competition or something? Or paying out of their own pocket?
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On July 28 2011 00:23 Benjef wrote:
Go MMA! :D.
Btw why are the other 2 slayers people going? Did they win some in house competition or something? Or paying out of their own pocket?
I'm pretty sure this is just invitational (correct me if I'm wrong) not "bought". Cuz Alicia and Ganzi haven't been the best of the best as of late
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"I want to do something to pay the fans back! This MLG Anaheim! You should expect something!! ^^"
Epic ceremonies will do it for me :D
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Awesome interview, Milkis! Hope MMA gives us great games to wow us all! We didn't expect last MLG, but now he comes into this with so many fans!
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Big MMA fan, great interview! Expect great things to come from this player!
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I really pray MMA wins this and joins Ryung in code S.
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On July 27 2011 16:18 JunkkaGom wrote:
So Boxer made a prophecy? One player to bind them all. One who shall bring blanace to esports. The Chosen One
Heres hoping.
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GL HF MMA <3 big support from Norway!
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Your pool in MLG Anaheim consists of (Z)SLush, (Z)Ret, (P)Socke, and (T)Drewbie. How do you feel about your group?
I think they are all strong players. Because of that, I've been looking for and watching their VODs and replays, and studying them ^^
This is why MMA does so amazing. He doesn't just come overseas and plays his best. He studies the overseas competition to prevent terrible decisions.
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oh no, hes been studying my replays/vods TT
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On July 28 2011 01:40 coL.drewbie wrote:
oh no, hes been studying my replays/vods TT
That could work to your advantage
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MMA, the BoxeR of SC2?
We'll see at Anaheim!
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MMA <3
I will never forget how I was standing LITERALLY right behind him when he was playing the brackets at MLG Columbus. Amazing player, I am forever a MMA and SlayerS fan!
Best of luck in Anaheim!!
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SlayerS FTW at Anaheim! :D
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For those going to MLG, support MMA and his love for Boxer by printing out a huge cheerful of this poster I just made:
![[image loading]](http://i.imgur.com/8fxaZ.jpg)
I'm going to put this on a huge cardboard poster and chant Boxer when he comes up on stage :D
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Hope he goes far :D
Awesome interview!
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What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
Looks like MMA is kinda like oov.
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Thank you Milkis, great interview questions and a nice personal look into MMA.
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Awwwww yeaaaah!
Finally, awesome interview Milkis, tnk you for your hard work.
I really hope MMA takes this one against DRG in a final the likes of which we have yet to see.
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Oh shit! I didn't know he did mixed martial arts before gaming. That's pretty bad ass!
gl at MLG
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What a mannered gentleman. Good luck to him at Anaheim!
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On July 27 2011 13:30 habbey wrote:
gotta say i wasn't a huge MMA fan before but after this interview i've taken a much keener interest in him.
he seems like a very nice guy.
Same he is interesting and has a good personality :o
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great interview, i can tell he really appreciates a solid fan base
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seriously, how can anyone dislike bboxer -,.-
lim for president!
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Nice MMA, I can see that you are a great player as much as a great role model for others. Hope you do your best at MLG Anaheim!
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Awesome interview. I'm loving Milkis more and more!
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Excellent interview, all pro-gamers should learn to give epic interviews like this!
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very awesome and honest interview, it managed to bring a smile to my face
especially liked his thoughts about wanting to become the player that makes the world come together, and that eSports comes from accompanying the fans
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I think of it very positively. I'm certain that there will be more new tournaments in the future, and I think that many Korean players will go overseas to compete, because foreign fans have something korean fans don't have -- heart. [T/N: Original Korean: 팬심]
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
*wipes tear away*
oh MMA, you do have a way with words.
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Lol is anyone else flattered by this??
"I think that many Korean players will go overseas to compete, because foreign fans have something korean fans don't have -- heart."
I <3 you mma ^_^
Edit: Apparently the guy above me is!
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What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
I thought IdrA already did this
In all seriousness, MMA is awesome and should do stellar at MLG Anaheim. 3 extra hours of sleep, 3 less hours on a plane, and more Koreans coming over to make them all feel more comfortable... I see another dominating force!
Wish I go see it live. I have family in Anaheim but I don't have the vacation time yet... if it was August 25th, I would have had more vacation time and could have gone. Oh well...
SlayerS fighting!!!
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Looking forward to watching MMA during Anaheim!
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This guy is for real! Just form an interview he is now my favorite Kor Terran. He sounds really smart, great interview
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MMA is saying all the right things. Where MC is a showman and a gladiator, MMA is a good guy and a hero-type.
Hopefully I'll meet him at MLG
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Good write up and interview. I hope he wins Anaheim.
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I just became a huge MMA fan after this interview.
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Great interview. MMA's words about what Boxer means to the team were touching. SlayerS fighting!
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Respect of MMA before interview: 7/10
Respect of MMA after interview: 70,000/10
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That was an excellent interview. MMA seems like such a class act and has the right mindset. No way will he stay down for long, he has the drive.
Also the comment about foreigners having heart, I mean we all knew it, but the way he put it, I was surprised to hear it that way.
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Really can't wait for Anaheim! :D
Can't wait too see how the foreign players have adapted from Columbus! MMA seems confident and keen too impress the fans, i really hope he does well! However, i think the Koreans are going too have too work much harder this time round!
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DongRaeWho?
MMA all the way baby :D
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
I was going to cheer for DRG in Anaheim but after this MMA interview, I hope MMA takes it all.
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Man i want go to California just for MMA :s
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MMA always took out my favorite players but now I have to root for him. Fantastic interview.
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"BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player."
:']
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Superb article! Bravo!
MMA you have gained another fan.
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On July 28 2011 08:45 Frazzlehoon wrote:
"BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player."
:']
I'm crying manly tears...
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MMA is epic. Idra vs MMA would be awesome to see again.
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On July 28 2011 11:54 KimJongChill wrote:Show nested quote +On July 28 2011 08:45 Frazzlehoon wrote:
"BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player."
:'] I'm crying manly tears...
Your siggy is so badass lol.
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On July 27 2011 13:24 StarStruck wrote:
Nice interview.
MMA shouldn't be focusing on spending more time with the fans. Instead he should be focusing on winning. -_-
I don't think he's going to repeat. New champ incoming!
It's sad to think that he wouldn't be returning if it weren't for MLG/GOM exchange program. At least he'll be able to defend it.
He isnt apart of the exchange program this time, he is back as a defending champ.
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go MMA make Boxer proud! defeat him in the finals
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MMA is such a manner guy, definitely one of my favorite Koreans to root for. He seems to have a lot of Boxer in him; be a great player and a great guy. MMA FIGHTING!
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Great interview. I really hope him and the SlayerS clan in general does well at Anaheim. Will be very interesting this weekend!
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Predicted his win at Columbus and predicting it here too
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This guy is awesome he cares so much about the fans! Watch him mop the floor with Idra and DRG. He's going to be mini boxer soon enough!
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Gonna be rooting for him and Mvp.
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This guy is good. pretty moving.
MMA! MMA! MMA!
but I'm still cheering for DRG. sorry.
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wow I didn't know he was a MMA fighter before :O
His id now makes sense
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Such a lovely manner interview! I wasn't going to be cheering for any Koreans at MLG, but now I have to cheer for MMA! What a nice guy, especially his attitude to the Fans, and what he said about Boxer.
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Don't think he'll repeat: he's slumping at the minute. That or people have figured him out.
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On July 27 2011 16:18 JunkkaGom wrote:
So Boxer made a prophecy? One player to bind them all. One who shall bring blanace to esports. The Chosen One
LOTR, Star Wars and Harry Potter all in one. Nice troll.
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MMA is officially my favourite SC2 player.
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Awesome interview, i hope mma does well at Anaheim!
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There's a real chance of an IdrA vs MMA depending on how well IdrA's doing with the new EG house format and if DRG, HuK or NaNiwa don't get in the way.
On a side note, SlayerS should debut Eve in the next MLG, that would be fun.
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MMA all the way! Fantastic interview, thnx Milkis. Can't wait for Slayers owning it up, I hope Boxer will get to feel foreigner fan's love too <3
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BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
Lol what an epic quote.
MMA seems like an awesome guy.
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What kind of dreams do you have in the world of e-Sports?
BoxeR-hyung once told me that he wanted to produce an e-Sports player that will bring the world together as one. I want to become this player.
That gave me nerd chills!
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Gl in mlg MMA Fighting !
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What a nice guy! Much prefer his approach compared to those like DRG, who sound like they're asking to be knocked out by foreigners through ignorance.
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On July 27 2011 13:29 StarStruck wrote:Show nested quote +On July 27 2011 13:27 BAMK wrote:
Wait, he was really an MMA fighter? Can't tell if serious O_o What happened to his hand? Will he be okay long term? He only trained in MMA for a short period of time. Injuries happen. Once guy's get injured many of them call it quits. So, it's more like he tried it. Enjoyed it while it lasted and moved on.
You didn't read the interview did you?
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awesome interview, i will be rooting for MMA FTW!
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Fantastic interview thanks for posting! Can't wait to see what he has in store this MLG, both in game play as well as what he is going to do for us fans :D. SlayerS fighting!
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Loved the interview. Defending champ should always be invited back.
Spoiler below has potential MLG results. So, don't look if you do not want.
+ Show Spoiler +MMA vs IdrA is a REAL POSSIBILITY. MMA and IdrA have to win their Lower bracket game and then they would face each other. IdrA would have to beat either Naniwa, Sheth, TLO, or InControl (depends who makes it up the ladder) and MMA would have to beat either Select, White-Ra, Slush, or Kiwikaki. Cannot wait.
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Thanks for the interview!
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