Upcoming Match: 2012 GSTL Season 2 - Finals SlayerS vs FXO July 28th, 2012
SlayerS fans, the time has come. Boxer's team has fought through thick and thin to get here, but none of that matters now. Right now, all that matters is the final match. It is time to retake the GSTL championship and secure the position of most successful SC2 team up to this point by taking a third finals before any team has taken even two. The MMA controversy has been intriguing to say the least, but what matters now is the GSTL and SlayerS knows it. MMA is the starting player for this Saturday and will bring the hurt to FXO and perhaps be fighting to redeem himself in The Emperor's eyes. With most likely the deepest lineup in the entire world, SlayerS is looking poised to take back their rightful GSTL thrones. Will they do it? I sure as hell think so. Do you?
What would teamliquid be without a thread about why Team Slayers will be the winner of this upcoming GSTL season? It would be a travesty, that's what it would be.
Oh wait just one second. I just realized I've made a mistake. Team Slayers won't be the winners of GSTL Season 2. The winner will be the newly-formed and hungry team of SlayerS-EG.
That's right. EG, one of the biggest and most successful foreign teams out there has made a partnership with SlayerS for the upcoming team league. I'm surprised GOM even allowed for such a blatantly IMBA team to enter. Politics aside, this is the frightening result:
Now if that new team logo wasn't enough to get GSTL participants shaking in their boots, there's more. Yes, there is also a new team lineup, supplemented by the powerhouse that is Team EG. First, let's start with old school SlayerS.
This man, The Emperor, The Terran Hope, the One the Only, SlayerSBoxeR needs no introduction. If "nerd baller" ever entered Webster's Dictionary, underneath the term would simply be a picture of this man right here. Singlehandedly forging the majority of the starcraft scene through his inspiring micro based play, the original "bonjwa", the founder of the most successful broodwar team in history, SKT1, BoxeR is a man who truly deserves respect and credit from us all.
With this legend leading the way with immense experience at his disposal, the team will have no trouble taking this season's championship. Fortunately for the other teams, BoxeR's time as a player has been stopped for the time being due to increasingly painful arthritis. But before then, let me remind you that he has been in Code S countless times.
This is the heir to the throne. SlayerSMMA. He has the multitasking and TvZ of a god, and the TvT of a demi-god. Naturally, he is the team ace. Other than DRG, no other team Ace has proven himself the way that MMA has. Let's do a short recap. GSTL March. After turning from an embarassment to the league to GSTL finalists, team SlayerS has made a miraculous comeback. But in the finals they face team IM, the last season's champions. The series goes to 4-4, and the ace match goes to MMA vs MVP, who was on a 14 TvT winstreak and was considered the best player on the planet. No problem bro, MMA takes him out and wins the championship.
Very next GSTL season, team MVP has arisen as a dominating force with their monster ace, Dongraegu. MVP vs Slayers in the finals, the score yet again goes to 4-4. MMA vs DRG in the ace match. MMA comesback from a 40 supply deficit to win Slayers their 2nd consecutive championship.
With the best Team ace in the business, team SlayersEG can't lose this season.
Next comes Ryung. A GSL veteran, Ryung specializes in TvT but is also a monster in TvZ. Recently making it to Code S, this guy has always been a staple to the SlayerS lineup. With the ability to take down any terran or zerg in the world with his solid, patient play, Ryung is a fearsome team league player and will perhaps one day lose his hatred for MMA. On a related note, this guy will photoshop you to death.
SlayersPuzzle. If any player can be described by all-around solid play, it would be SlayersPuzzle. With amazing macro, micro, decision-making, no weak-matchup, and the fastest apm in the GSL, it's no surprise that he is referred to as "Bisu" by his teammates.
Although Puzzle is not the most consistent individual league player, he has made Code S Ro8 twice consecutively and has been a solid team league player for his entire career. For instance, he hasn't dropped a single GAME in the EG Masters Cup. Always able to take down a win or two when called out, Puzzle is just another reason why Slayers will win.
This guy might be an unfamiliar face. He is SlayersMiya, a recently recruited zerg for team Slayers. Although he's very new to the scene, anybody who has watched the EG Masters Cup would know how much of a monster zerg he is. He's taken down players like aLive and Morrow and put Taeja to the brink of defeat. He's even recently qualified to Code A for next season.
He is simply an amazing player with strong macro, absurd creep spread, and a ton of potential. He will be looking to prove himself this GSTL season, and I don't think anybody can stop him.
Here is the one and only SlayersAlicia. Don't be fooled by his username, this guy is as manly and frightening as they come. Once known as the "protoss hope" during the GomTvT, he took down MC on his way to reach the round of 8 in the GSL Super tournament. Although he used to be known for his PvT, he has become a player solid in all matchups. He qualified for MLG Spring Arena through the cuthroat Korean qualifier and will be striving to prove that he is still a force to be reckoned with, despite the recent slump. He will once again try to become the protoss hope.
Now here's another Slayers Protoss, although he's not as old school as Alicia. This is SlayersBrown. He qualified for Code S three seasons ago, although he did recently fall out of the GSL. However, he showed us that he is a PvZ GOD. Cella has been quoted as saying that he simply does not lose to zergs, and that is evident by his series against Losira. His PvT is not the best in the business, but he will be a key player when it comes to sniping zergs.
SlayersCoca is back and raring to go. This Slayers zerg was once on fire. He got 2nd place at his first MLG and has gotten to the round of 4 twice in Code S. He was, at the time, unbeatable in ZvP, using bane drops and infestors to demolish his opponents. Even his weak ZvT was looking better and better with each season. Unfortunately, he made a mistake and BoxeR made sure to take that opportunity to instill high principles into his young protoges.
However, after what seemed like an eternity, Coca is back and has probably been hungry to play and prove himself once again as one of the top zergs in the world. I think we all hope, slayers fanboys or not, that Coca will return to the monstrous form he once was.
Key Points: Protoss Sniper, all-around solid player
Look, Slayers even has the King of Code A on their lineup. However, Yugioh will be looking to upgrade to King of Code S as he just recently took down MarineKingPrime 2-1 to advance directly into Code S. If you haven't yet, I suggest you watch that series right now. This player has been around for a long time and has shown a very slow but steady stage of improvement. Once barely Code A level, Yugioh has now become a mainstay in both Code S and the upper rounds of Code A. Don't let his shyness fool you, Yugioh is a top zerg in the making.
SlayerSMin, the original Slayers team zerg. He made it as far as round of 16 in the Super Tournament during his peak and has gone on a bit of a slump recently. His ZvZ is still something to fear, and he will definitely be striving to end his slump through some solid GSTL performances.
This is SlayerSSoccer, once known as Ven. He is a relatively recent recruit to the team and is an all-around solid protoss player who has made it through the brutal Code A qualifiers before. He, like a few others, will be looking to make it to the spotlight by proving himself during the team league.
The last player on the Slayers line up is SlayersCrank. Don't be fooled by the order in which I mentioned these players. SlayersCrank is secretly the second best protoss on the team. Anybody who has watched his stream would know that his guy has potential, and lots of it. I personally saw him defeat Nestea, the dreamer of the universe, as if it was nothing. The team clearly has a lot of faith in Crank as he was almost always thrown into the lineup last GSTL and even served as their ace. You know someone is a beast when Team freaking Slayers throws them in as the ace player.
Last but not least is SlayerSCella, the coach for the future winners of the GSTL. Once a Code S level zerg, Cella has become the official coach for Team Slayers. His coaching skills are famous, as he was chosen to coach the korean team in the GSL World Championship with Korea vs. The World. Although The World and Artosis put up a good fight, Cella's skills were too much in the end.
Now I'm not sure if you guys have noticed but SlayerS has the BIGGEST FREAKING LINEUP. They have strength in numbers AND depth. And now, Team EG has partnered up with SlayerS to make this post even longer. Let's start.
I'm sure everyone knows this guy, EGPuMa. Once a part of team TSL, PuMa joined team EG immediately after upsetting MC in the NASL finals. Ever since, he has won so many freaking foreign tournaments that his bankroll is insane. Although he's had trouble qualifying for GSL (let's face it, who doesn't?), PuMa has already proven himself as one of the best terrans in the world. At one point, he was even called the best player in the world. With no weak matchup, PuMa is clearly a staple force to be had in a team league.
This is EGJYP, also once a part of team TSL. A very good protoss player who is known for his amazing PvZ and bad PvT, he's actually become a player who is strong in both matchups. When Dongraegu FINALLY qualified for the GSL from Code B, everyone thought he would qualify right away for Code S and win it all. But then JYP happened. He took down DRG in the second round of Code A and destroyed liquibet scores everywhere. JYP is clearly another powerful addition to the already humongous Slayers lineup.
Recently leaving Mouz to join Team EG, Thorzain has always been on the brink of becoming the "Best foreigner in the world". He made an epic comeback in TSL3 to take down Naniwa and just recently won Dreamhack in Sweden. He is known as the "spoon-killer terran" for his ridiculously meticulous and patient play, but that is what makes him so scary. In a teamleague situation where players have to play game after game, elongating even hopeless games will exhaust your opponents for their next match. Not that Thorzain will be looking to do that because he is a beast in ALL matchups and will almost always take down at least 1 or 2 players if he is thrown into the ring.
Team Slayers absolutely loves this guy for the intelligent way he approaches the game, so his Swedish presence will also be a morale booster for the upcoming season.
Finally, the last player on the SlayersEG lineup is none other than EGHuK, a protoss player who was undoubtedly the best foreigner in the world at his peak, HuK is the only foreigner to have been a mainstay in the GSL and has also won two MLG's. His sick forcefields and strong macro are known world-wide.
Plus, HuK has already proven himself as an amazing team league player by acting as oGs-TL's ace in their match against Prime. HuK made a miraculous hold against MarineKing's 1 base all-in with amazing forcefields and kept his cool even under the high pressure situation. With that in mind, HuK will definitely be a strong team league player at Team Slayers's disposal.
Key Points: No weak matchup, usually performs well under pressure
In conclusion, after reading all that, how can anybody doubt the fact that Team SlayerS will win this upcoming GSTL? This lineup is absolutely unprecedented and is full of the best players of every race for every matchup. With The Emperor at the helm and MMA and Cella at his side, I doubt any team can stand in the way of the enormous tidal wave of starcraft domination that is coming in their direction.
Let's lay down the cold, hard facts: Only one team has won 2 GSTL titles, and that is Slayers. This makes them the most accomplished team in SC2, and it's time they go for that 3rd title.
Not as many people as ZeNEX and Soccer has been on the team since like a week after the F.United thingy. and oh yeah, ZeNEX is taking it! But joking aside, nice thread and GL to Slayers, you'll need it
They've fallen so far from where they used to be now...I don't know what the issue is but they've dropped off from being the leaders in sc2 innovation/skill to being sloppy and uncoordinated.
SlayerS is a has-been team. I guess with Zenex no longer producing enough talent for SlayerS to buy off they have to turn to EG. They'll still miss the playoffs though, just like they did the last 2 seasons.
On May 28 2012 11:13 VirgilSC2 wrote: Why do people refuse to center these posts? -_-
I was trying to find out how to center it, but I couldn't figure out how. instead of getting irritated over petty things, you could just tell us how to center them
On May 28 2012 11:13 VirgilSC2 wrote: Why do people refuse to center these posts? -_-
I was about to say "Where's VirgilSC2 to insult your hype thread" but then I found him. Really well done thread, nicely done. FXO is going to win though.
I wonder if they'll even play Thorzain or HuK really, maybe HuK in a PvP? Hopefully Thorzain proves himself in Code S(assume he gets the invite, of course).
On May 28 2012 11:13 VirgilSC2 wrote: Why do people refuse to center these posts? -_-
I was trying to find out how to center it, but I couldn't figure out how. instead of getting irritated over petty things, you could just tell us how to center them
add
to the beginning and add
to the end.
Edit: Just quote my post and you can see the script. Didn't turn out quite the way I wanted :|
On May 28 2012 11:14 red4ce wrote: SlayerS is a has-been team. I guess with Zenex no longer producing enough talent for SlayerS to buy off they have to turn to EG. They'll still miss the playoffs though, just like they did the last 2 seasons.
No... just no almost everything about this post of yours is wrong. SlayerS still dominates the scene well known factoid there an also Zenex wishes they could match up to SlayerS in any way shape or form goodnight sir and have a pleasant tomorrow
On May 28 2012 11:14 red4ce wrote: SlayerS is a has-been team. I guess with Zenex no longer producing enough talent for SlayerS to buy off they have to turn to EG. They'll still miss the playoffs though, just like they did the last 2 seasons.
When was MMA, Alicia, Ryung and GanZi ever on ZeNEX?
And what exactly has CoCa and Puzzle done for SlayerS since moving to SlayerS? (couple of GSL Code S Ro8s aside)
On May 28 2012 11:13 VirgilSC2 wrote: Why do people refuse to center these posts? -_-
I was trying to find out how to center it, but I couldn't figure out how. instead of getting irritated over petty things, you could just tell us how to center them
add
to the beginning and add
to the end.
Edit: Just quote my post and you can see the script. Didn't turn out quite the way I wanted :|
well, after seeing it like this, I think it looks fine without centering anyways
On May 28 2012 11:14 red4ce wrote: SlayerS is a has-been team. I guess with Zenex no longer producing enough talent for SlayerS to buy off they have to turn to EG. They'll still miss the playoffs though, just like they did the last 2 seasons.
they got a powerful line up with the partnership with EG wonder how much they will use EG players, I would imagine often as like a opener or something, with MMA sitting as the ACE they should be a favorite
I really don't see how people can buy into the hype, Slayers have been struggling of late and the EG players aren't even code A quality with the exception of JYP, though even his game is limited.
On May 28 2012 13:02 vandelayindustries wrote: I really don't see how people can buy into the hype, Slayers have been struggling of late and the EG players aren't even code A quality with the exception of JYP, though even his game is limited.
yeah this hype thing is just so dumb and doesn't belong in this fan thread.
Anyone doubting MMA needs only to watch his games in the StarsWar 7 Korean Qualifier. He showcases some world-class TvP (a matchup he has traditionally struggled in) against the likes of Creator, Squirtle, etc. Game two of his Bo3 against Creator is a MUST-WATCH. + Show Spoiler +
He uses over 50 nukes. If that isn't enough to stir your panties you need a reality check
. Then in the finals he plays against MKP in a rematch after losing convincingly to him in the GSL U+D. + Show Spoiler +
In one of the closest, most back-and-forth TvTs I have ever seen, MMA pulls out the victory 3-2.
. Game 5 of MMA vs MKP again is MUST-WATCH.
Then you have total beasts like CoCa, Crank, Miya, not to even mention the EG players.
Calling CoCa a ZvP sniper seems a bit misrepresentative to me. His ZvT is actually at a really high level at the moment. His ZvZ is pretty damn respectable as well imo
On May 28 2012 13:12 -orb- wrote: SlayerS is looking really beastly lately.
Anyone doubting MMA needs only to watch his games in the StarsWar 7 Korean Qualifier. He showcases some world-class TvP (a matchup he has traditionally struggled in) against the likes of Creator, Squirtle, etc. Game two of his Bo3 against Creator is a MUST-WATCH. + Show Spoiler +
He uses over 50 nukes. If that isn't enough to stir your panties you need a reality check
. Then in the finals he plays against MKP in a rematch after losing convincingly to him in the GSL U+D. + Show Spoiler +
In one of the closest, most back-and-forth TvTs I have ever seen, MMA pulls out the victory 3-2.
. Game 5 of MMA vs MKP again is MUST-WATCH.
Then you have total beasts like CoCa, Crank, Miya, not to even mention the EG players.
Calling CoCa a ZvP sniper seems a bit misrepresentative to me. His ZvT is actually at a really high level at the moment. His ZvZ is pretty damn respectable as well imo
Thanks for the recommendations orb! 50 nukes, holy fucking shit lol. Need to watch that. And super-close TvT series between great TvT players is always really awesome to see!
On May 28 2012 13:12 -orb- wrote: Then in the finals he plays against MKP in a rematch after losing convincingly to him in the GSL U+D. + Show Spoiler +
In one of the closest, most back-and-forth TvTs I have ever seen, MMA pulls out the victory 3-2.
. Game 5 of MMA vs MKP again is MUST-WATCH.
Then you have total beasts like CoCa, Crank, Miya, not to even mention the EG players.
the StarsWars games were played well before the U/D matches I think
On May 28 2012 13:12 -orb- wrote: Calling CoCa a ZvP sniper seems a bit misrepresentative to me. His ZvT is actually at a really high level at the moment. His ZvZ is pretty damn respectable as well imo
ZvZ has knocked him out of two code A qualifiers and the EWM three times in a row
On May 28 2012 13:12 -orb- wrote: SlayerS is looking really beastly lately.
Anyone doubting MMA needs only to watch his games in the StarsWar 7 Korean Qualifier. He showcases some world-class TvP (a matchup he has traditionally struggled in) against the likes of Creator, Squirtle, etc. Game two of his Bo3 against Creator is a MUST-WATCH. + Show Spoiler +
He uses over 50 nukes. If that isn't enough to stir your panties you need a reality check
. Then in the finals he plays against MKP in a rematch after losing convincingly to him in the GSL U+D. + Show Spoiler +
In one of the closest, most back-and-forth TvTs I have ever seen, MMA pulls out the victory 3-2.
. Game 5 of MMA vs MKP again is MUST-WATCH.
Then you have total beasts like CoCa, Crank, Miya, not to even mention the EG players.
Calling CoCa a ZvP sniper seems a bit misrepresentative to me. His ZvT is actually at a really high level at the moment. His ZvZ is pretty damn respectable as well imo
where can i catch up with the VODs? SUper Pumped!!!
This badass team, forged by BoxeR himself, the Emperor, 1st gen Bonjwa, the man of one way. Managed by a crazy, lunatic and passionate woman, captained by the Legend Killer 2.0, backed by a huge squad of cannon-fodders who would sacrifice themselves for the sake of BoxeR-hyung. Haters gonna hate, skaters gonna skate, gaters gonna gate!
I really like how this thread was made. I also think that Slayers will do well. If they do, then I really hope EG can feed off that success and find a good stride for the NA team leagues
Praying for HuK to make appearances. Could easily act as a PvZ or PvP sniper, especially because his builds haven't been showcased in a while in the GSL
On May 28 2012 10:29 MasterKang wrote: Key Points: No weak matchup, performs well under pressure
Where is that coming from? Isn't HuK considered a player who chokes often?
I wouldn't consider a guy who has won a DreamHack, 2 MLGs, and a Homestory Cup as someone who chokes often
I was pretty sure a response like this would come. Obviously HuK is accomplished, that does nothing to prove that he doesn't have a problem with nerves. There are an unlimited amount of talented, successful competitors in any area who have extreme issues of anxiety when trying to perform. The very simple explanation is that they would be even more successful if they didn't have the problem. It doesn't have to be so debilitating that they can't compete at all.
On May 28 2012 10:29 MasterKang wrote: Key Points: No weak matchup, performs well under pressure
Where is that coming from? Isn't HuK considered a player who chokes often?
I wouldn't consider a guy who has won a DreamHack, 2 MLGs, and a Homestory Cup as someone who chokes often
I was pretty sure a response like this would come. Obviously HuK is accomplished, that does nothing to prove that he doesn't have a problem with nerves. There are an unlimited amount of talented, successful competitors in any area who have extreme issues of anxiety when trying to perform. The very simple explanation is that they would be even more successful if they didn't have the problem. It doesn't have to be so debilitating that they can't compete at all.
i dont think he has a problem with nerves really. its just that sc2 is a game that is terribly hard to be consistent at. Look at Bomber. dude could be one of, if not the best Terran in the world, but he is inconsistent. Its not nerves, its just really the nature of the game. Thats why when we see a stretch of domination, like MVP in 2011, its something to truly marvel at.
when i look at what Huk has done, i don't see someone who chokes. I see a somewhat inconsistent player who has enormous talent. I think winning 4 major titles and being a successful ace for oGs shows that he isn't a player who chokes, but rather one who performs well when the pressure is on. When he isn't performing well, he is usually out of tournaments earlier.
On May 28 2012 10:29 MasterKang wrote: Key Points: No weak matchup, performs well under pressure
Where is that coming from? Isn't HuK considered a player who chokes often?
I wouldn't consider a guy who has won a DreamHack, 2 MLGs, and a Homestory Cup as someone who chokes often
I was pretty sure a response like this would come. Obviously HuK is accomplished, that does nothing to prove that he doesn't have a problem with nerves. There are an unlimited amount of talented, successful competitors in any area who have extreme issues of anxiety when trying to perform. The very simple explanation is that they would be even more successful if they didn't have the problem. It doesn't have to be so debilitating that they can't compete at all.
It also doesn't mean that he "chokes often." Not every loss is attributed to nerves or choking.
On May 28 2012 10:29 MasterKang wrote: Key Points: No weak matchup, performs well under pressure
Where is that coming from? Isn't HuK considered a player who chokes often?
I wouldn't consider a guy who has won a DreamHack, 2 MLGs, and a Homestory Cup as someone who chokes often
I was pretty sure a response like this would come. Obviously HuK is accomplished, that does nothing to prove that he doesn't have a problem with nerves. There are an unlimited amount of talented, successful competitors in any area who have extreme issues of anxiety when trying to perform. The very simple explanation is that they would be even more successful if they didn't have the problem. It doesn't have to be so debilitating that they can't compete at all.
It also doesn't mean that he "chokes often." Not every loss is attributed to nerves or choking.
I didn't say that it proves he chokes often, nor did I say that every loss is attributed to nerves.
The OP claimed that HuK performs well under pressure. I am aware of a general view about HuK(which has been echoed many times) that he has issues keeping his nerves under control. So I was merely asking what the OP is basing it off of.
On May 28 2012 10:29 MasterKang wrote: Key Points: No weak matchup, performs well under pressure
Where is that coming from? Isn't HuK considered a player who chokes often?
I wouldn't consider a guy who has won a DreamHack, 2 MLGs, and a Homestory Cup as someone who chokes often
I was pretty sure a response like this would come. Obviously HuK is accomplished, that does nothing to prove that he doesn't have a problem with nerves. There are an unlimited amount of talented, successful competitors in any area who have extreme issues of anxiety when trying to perform. The very simple explanation is that they would be even more successful if they didn't have the problem. It doesn't have to be so debilitating that they can't compete at all.
It also doesn't mean that he "chokes often." Not every loss is attributed to nerves or choking.
I didn't say that it proves he chokes often, nor did I say that every loss is attributed to nerves.
The OP claimed that HuK performs well under pressure. I am aware of a general view about HuK(which has been echoed many times) that he has issues keeping his nerves under control. So I was merely asking what the OP is basing it off of.
you might have not noticed it, but this is a hype thread. It doesn't matter if something in it is not 100% true (which i disagree with your opinion)
On May 28 2012 10:29 MasterKang wrote: Key Points: No weak matchup, performs well under pressure
Where is that coming from? Isn't HuK considered a player who chokes often?
I wouldn't consider a guy who has won a DreamHack, 2 MLGs, and a Homestory Cup as someone who chokes often
I was pretty sure a response like this would come. Obviously HuK is accomplished, that does nothing to prove that he doesn't have a problem with nerves. There are an unlimited amount of talented, successful competitors in any area who have extreme issues of anxiety when trying to perform. The very simple explanation is that they would be even more successful if they didn't have the problem. It doesn't have to be so debilitating that they can't compete at all.
It also doesn't mean that he "chokes often." Not every loss is attributed to nerves or choking.
I didn't say that it proves he chokes often, nor did I say that every loss is attributed to nerves.
The OP claimed that HuK performs well under pressure. I am aware of a general view about HuK(which has been echoed many times) that he has issues keeping his nerves under control. So I was merely asking what the OP is basing it off of.
you might have not noticed it, but this is a hype thread. It doesn't matter if something in it is not 100% true (which i disagree with your opinion)
On May 28 2012 10:29 MasterKang wrote: Key Points: No weak matchup, performs well under pressure
Where is that coming from? Isn't HuK considered a player who chokes often?
I wouldn't consider a guy who has won a DreamHack, 2 MLGs, and a Homestory Cup as someone who chokes often
I was pretty sure a response like this would come. Obviously HuK is accomplished, that does nothing to prove that he doesn't have a problem with nerves. There are an unlimited amount of talented, successful competitors in any area who have extreme issues of anxiety when trying to perform. The very simple explanation is that they would be even more successful if they didn't have the problem. It doesn't have to be so debilitating that they can't compete at all.
It also doesn't mean that he "chokes often." Not every loss is attributed to nerves or choking.
I didn't say that it proves he chokes often, nor did I say that every loss is attributed to nerves.
The OP claimed that HuK performs well under pressure. I am aware of a general view about HuK(which has been echoed many times) that he has issues keeping his nerves under control. So I was merely asking what the OP is basing it off of.
Well, everybody has problems with nerves because we're all human, except maybe stephano, but if you look at how HuK was able to win his ace match even though HuK himself was the one who convinced the coach to play him shows that he has the ability to perform under pressure.
On May 30 2012 01:46 ReadySetFire wrote: Fuck yeah my favorite team. I really wish they still had Ganzi with them though. He was one of the faces of Slayers.
On a side note, where did the clide best player in the world thing originate from?
tastosis, they cursed clide...therefore clide can never make it
Not for the faint of heart and most definitely not for EG fans. + Show Spoiler +
Hey, that's a great idea! If EG merged with Slayers then EG might actually win something! And they wouldn't be considered the team to make bank for winning nothing (save for the Koreans), and massive advertising for the teen-with-dad's-wallet demographic.
TL:DR Please don't soil the once great name of Slayers with the likes of EG. Its like adding two things together that aren't suppose to be. Such as adding icecream (just filler that makes you fat) [EG], into a steak and vegatable dish. (real sustenance) [Slayers]
**This is opinion and not considered any one group, single member, or any team's unofficial/official stance towards anyone's feelings or opinions. This is comical satire and not to be taken seriously unless you are of course on the EG fanwagon.
hard to refute the OP. if everyone from slayers plays up to their expected levels, this should be a cake walk. the problem is slayers hasn't looked very... SlayerS like lately. FXO on the other hand has been playing out of their minds. Hopefully a close match is held regardless!
On May 30 2012 02:41 justalex wrote: When did Cella become the coach again? I thought he stepped down to player status and BoxeR took over head coaching duties?
He never stepped down. What happened was when BoxeR became head coach, Cella became Strategy Coach, i think this happened around the same time Coach Ryuwon left the team. Cella has been the coach still, but he's always been a player-coach who tries to qualify every GSL, he normally makes it to the semis of the qualifying round, but falters in the last set or two. =(
On July 25 2012 03:38 Kazeyonoma wrote: hard to refute the OP. if everyone from slayers plays up to their expected levels, this should be a cake walk. the problem is slayers hasn't looked very... SlayerS like lately. FXO on the other hand has been playing out of their minds. Hopefully a close match is held regardless!
i think slayers has looked very strong; ryung coca puzzle are playing out of this world atm. even though i'm the guy who made the FXO thread, i think slayers is likelier to win
On July 25 2012 03:38 Kazeyonoma wrote: hard to refute the OP. if everyone from slayers plays up to their expected levels, this should be a cake walk. the problem is slayers hasn't looked very... SlayerS like lately. FXO on the other hand has been playing out of their minds. Hopefully a close match is held regardless!
Well, MMA hasn't been playing as well as initially expected. Hell, he only played one match against Life, so hopefully he can have a good showing in the finals.
But whereas MMA has been relatively absent, Puzzle, Coca and JYP stepped up bigtime. Puzzle and Coca together have 20 kills, which is more than any other team except for NSHoseo. These two have really become GSTL superstars.
Got to give credit to EG as well. JYP has been a huge asset. He finished off Zenex in our narrow 5-4 victory over them, and we probably wouldn't have beaten Fnatic without him. To say that EG hasn't pulled their weight is absurd: Without them, we would have likely fallen in the 2nd Round.
Then you have solid players like Ryung and Alicia, who can also be a threat. Ryung's TvT is still better than anybody on FXO, and Alicia has shown very convincing PvT and PvP as well.
As for FXO, the loss of Oz really hurt them bad. Oz used to be very scary for Slayers, because his formerly strong PvP and solid PvZ meant that we had to throw Terrans at him to beat him, and Slayers Terrans were not traditionally known as strong TvP players :p
i think slayers has looked very strong; ryung coca puzzle are playing out of this world atm. even though i'm the guy who made the FXO thread, i think slayers is likelier to win
i think slayers has looked very strong; ryung coca puzzle are playing out of this world atm. even though i'm the guy who made the FXO thread, i think slayers is likelier to win
i think slayers has looked very strong; ryung coca puzzle are playing out of this world atm. even though i'm the guy who made the FXO thread, i think slayers is likelier to win
Seriously rooting for an EG-Slayers victory, I want MMA to open with some great comeback games, JYP to pull off some sick snipe, and Coca/Puzzle to finish it out. GOGOGOGOGOGOO
On July 25 2012 11:34 MCDayC wrote: Seriously rooting for an EG-Slayers victory, I want MMA to open with some great comeback games, JYP to pull off some sick snipe, and Coca/Puzzle to finish it out. GOGOGOGOGOGOO
It's tied 4-4. Leenock has just won the 8th game. who does slayers send? all of a sudden............ BROWN
On July 25 2012 11:34 MCDayC wrote: Seriously rooting for an EG-Slayers victory, I want MMA to open with some great comeback games, JYP to pull off some sick snipe, and Coca/Puzzle to finish it out. GOGOGOGOGOGOO
It's tied 4-4. Leenock has just won the 8th game. who does slayers send? all of a sudden............ BROWN
Slayers Eve. She 11/11 raxes into marine-SCV all in. Leenock does not hold. Slayers wins their 3rd GSTL title, and there is finally gender equality in eSports.
On July 25 2012 11:34 MCDayC wrote: Seriously rooting for an EG-Slayers victory, I want MMA to open with some great comeback games, JYP to pull off some sick snipe, and Coca/Puzzle to finish it out. GOGOGOGOGOGOO
It's tied 4-4. Leenock has just won the 8th game. who does slayers send? all of a sudden............ BROWN
Slayers Eve. She 11/11 raxes into marine-SCV all in. Leenock does not hold. Slayers wins their 3rd GSTL title, and there is finally gender equality in eSports.
lol...... If Eve 11/11 raxes Leenock in game 9, I think there would be MORE inequality than equality as half the community would be PISSED
On July 25 2012 11:49 CeriseCherries wrote: i want MMA to all kill... but not just all kill... REVERSE ALL KILL
Hard to Reverse AK when you are the starter :p
An All-kill will do
On July 25 2012 11:38 MasterKang wrote:
On July 25 2012 11:34 MCDayC wrote: Seriously rooting for an EG-Slayers victory, I want MMA to open with some great comeback games, JYP to pull off some sick snipe, and Coca/Puzzle to finish it out. GOGOGOGOGOGOO
It's tied 4-4. Leenock has just won the 8th game. who does slayers send? all of a sudden............ BROWN
Slayers Eve. She 11/11 raxes into marine-SCV all in. Leenock does not hold. Slayers wins their 3rd GSTL title, and there is finally gender equality in eSports.
lol...... If Eve 11/11 raxes Leenock in game 9, I think there would be MORE inequality than equality as half the community would be PISSED
not if she does the Illusion bunker unload-micro thing to some how kill 10 spines
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