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Since our Inception in 2012, Clarity Gaming has stood as a bastion of support and friendship for both aspiring and established professional gamers. Having emerged at a time of great upheavel in the Starcraft 2 scene, Clarity not only remained alive but thrived. From the start of our organization dedication and persistence have been our cornerstones, family and duty our watchwords. The Clarity flag has been represented by extraordinary young men from all around the world and flown proudly from MLG to Dreamhack, from Seoul to Singapore. It has been a long, hard road with as many rewards and achievements as obstacles but eventually every path and every journey must come to an end.
Today is a bittersweet day, the proverbial turning of the page. For two years now, through adversity and success the men and women of Clarity Gaming have forged a brotherhood by which all of us are bound. As an organization, Clarity wasn’t immune to mistakes or failures but the family that was created as a result of our struggle will live on through the years in the hearts and memories of all those who served. It is this comraderie and spirit of friendship that made this team such a special and unique place, a place you could truly call home.
It is our sincere hope that the community understand that Clarity’s closing is not a statement on the current state of any game or scene, we truly believe both Starcraft 2 and Hearthstone have bright future’s ahead of them. I have tremendous faith in the resiliency and potential of the North American eSports community and eagerly look forward to seeing more records broken and more dreams coming to fruition.
There’s simply not enough space or time to appropriately thank every individual who had a hand in the success and atmosphere of Clarity Gaming. From the sponsors, to the fans, media and community outlets, players and staff (both past and present); we could not have made it as far as we did without your support. With a heavy pang of sadness, we wish you a fond farewell as our final chapter now ends.
Brandon Altman
CEO, Clarity Gaming INC
Official Statement :
http://claritygaming.com/a-heartfelt-goodbye/
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Damn, so sorry to hear guys =( Thanks for everything you did for the scene, one of the best teams to do events with. Best of luck in the future of everyone involved with Clarity Gaming, much love.
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I'm glad we could all get some clarity on the situation at hand.
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Sucks, but not unexpected. Was hoping with the renewed vigor shown around November of last year you all could continue on, but apparently not. ):
Thanks for everything you did for the community! And thanks for giving me a chance as a caster.
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Not too familiar with this team, but always sad to see a team go.
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Clarity, you were one of the most stable teams out there, and one of the best organizations in the North American scene. You'll be dearly missed.
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They say it isn't, but it's a dead game! (jests)
I'm actually surprised this didn't happen long ago, so kudos for their resilience! All good things come to an end, right?
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So much sad news today 
Thanks for all the hard work you guys did to bring some life to the NA scene. You will truly be missed.
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On May 23 2014 10:48 Blargh wrote:
They say it isn't, but it's a dead game! (jests)
I'm actually surprised this didn't happen long ago, so kudos for their resilience! All good things come to an end, right?
So funny you are , sorry thath somewone tried to make a good team , thath at some point had very good players like dragon , a teamhouse , and i have lots of respect for them because they had americans , they gave a change to some to play this game like a PRO .
I hope you are happy now , go celebrate somewhere else , and leave us alone !
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Damn, You guys always seemed like no matter what went down, you would still be around. Sorry to hear this
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I'll miss you! Best of luck to everyone with their future pursuits.
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Well, I genuinely think this sucks... farewell, Clarity Gaming.
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So there's EG Complexity and Root and uh IVD I guess?
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Ouch, always sucks to hear of a team disbanding. D: Hadn't really heard much about them, but still a shame nevertheless.
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I was a huge fan, thanks for all the effort you guys put into the team!
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On May 23 2014 11:13 LongShot27 wrote:
So there's EG Complexity and Root and uh IVD I guess?
And DuSt, Gravity, Ascension, No Dice, MicroGamerZ, Solaris, and probably still Core.
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Man, really sad to hear. I loved clarity and they had a lot of players that I cheered for. Plus they were really active for the first year with regular write-ups on TL about their team which made it really easy to keep following their players and keep cheering for them. Even though it didn't work out in the end, I think a lot of teams could learn a few things about what clarity definitely did right.
Farewell Clarity. You'll be missed!
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On May 23 2014 11:37 Circumstance wrote:Show nested quote +On May 23 2014 11:13 LongShot27 wrote:
So there's EG Complexity and Root and uh IVD I guess? And DuSt, Gravity, Ascension, No Dice, MicroGamerZ, Solaris, and probably still Core.
You really consider those on the same level?
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I thought Clarity disbanded long ago?
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On May 23 2014 11:39 LongShot27 wrote:Show nested quote +On May 23 2014 11:37 Circumstance wrote:On May 23 2014 11:13 LongShot27 wrote:
So there's EG Complexity and Root and uh IVD I guess? And DuSt, Gravity, Ascension, No Dice, MicroGamerZ, Solaris, and probably still Core. You really consider those on the same level?
As Clarity? Absolutely. They're strong, capable mid-level organizations that keep the scene vibrant and make sure we don't have more than just a handful of players in every event that leave the scene for dead if/when they eventually move on.
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On May 23 2014 11:39 LongShot27 wrote:Show nested quote +On May 23 2014 11:37 Circumstance wrote:On May 23 2014 11:13 LongShot27 wrote:
So there's EG Complexity and Root and uh IVD I guess? And DuSt, Gravity, Ascension, No Dice, MicroGamerZ, Solaris, and probably still Core. You really consider those on the same level?
DuSt Gaming has been around longer than Clarity Gaming. Maybe not the same financial level as EG or ROOT, but they're still alive and kicking it, so clearly their Management and team is doing something right.
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On May 23 2014 11:39 LongShot27 wrote:Show nested quote +On May 23 2014 11:37 Circumstance wrote:On May 23 2014 11:13 LongShot27 wrote:
So there's EG Complexity and Root and uh IVD I guess? And DuSt, Gravity, Ascension, No Dice, MicroGamerZ, Solaris, and probably still Core. You really consider those on the same level?
Sad to see CG go, they had some good players over their time in SC2 and were pretty active in the community/clan wars and so on. Good luck guys~
In relation to the above, I'm think Gravity has around the same number of "good"/active players as Complexity. DuSt has a couple in comparison, No Dice has a couple, MicroGamerZ has quite a few, Solaris has quite a few, and Core... well... >.>
Some of those teams could very easily take matches from coL in clan wars. I know prior to picking up Koma/Drunken there was quite a slump for them in clan war matches. Not sure if there have been any since then, but Koma/Drunken are definitely the stronger players on that roster imo.
+ Show Spoiler +Honestly, I'd be worried about Complexity if I was a fan - If you follow their multigaming platforms they just lost their CoD team (which I do assume means they have open money) but they're more than likely re-evaluating where they want to invest right now. For the last 2ish years their CoD team has been the main driver for sponsors I'd have to say. They were doing incredibly well in competition. Their CS:Go Team was doing okay to my knowledge but I think they changed that roster multiple times since then?
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does everyone always doubt getting any more entertainment?
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Bleh sorry guys :/ you guys were a great organization gl in the future!
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United States33390 Posts
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Only player i know on this team is sarovati so yea
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United States15275 Posts
Bunch of nice guys, sucks to see them go. :/
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On May 23 2014 11:37 Circumstance wrote:Show nested quote +On May 23 2014 11:13 LongShot27 wrote:
So there's EG Complexity and Root and uh IVD I guess? And DuSt, Gravity, Ascension, No Dice, MicroGamerZ, Solaris, and probably still Core.
the old MgZ from sc1 days ?
wasnt they a french team ?
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Bisutopia19240 Posts
I'll miss helping the clarity gaming team out with streaming events. Best of luck guys.
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GG
Sad to see the team go, they were definitely a positive addition to the NA scene
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MicroGamerZ should be scamgamerz. Don't compare to Clarity Sad news.
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No matter how things ended with Brandon and Mike, it's a shame to see my baby die. From Clash to B2B to Clarity, the core guys stuck together through thick and thin.
Good luck Brandon, we definitely have our differences but your effort was appreciated.
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It would be nice to get some sort of insight into why the team is disbanding, this statement doesn't give any information. One thing that was nice about Clarity is the management was always very up front about things so I'm a bit sad that in this case the end is so mysterious.
Clarity always boasted that they had a solid financial plan and were in it for the long haul. What changed?
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Amazing team to play for, Brandon was one of the nicest guys ive ever met.
Good luck to you man
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Gonna miss Clarity. Thanks for the memories.
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I'm sorry to hear that Brandon. Best of luck to all the players in finding new teams.
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You guys were part of what made the stacraft scene cool. Thanks for that. Wish you all the best.
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Yeah honestly, seemed like one of the most professional group of people in SC2.
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Seeker
Where dat snitch at?37024 Posts
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On May 23 2014 13:38 Xeris wrote:
It would be nice to get some sort of insight into why the team is disbanding, this statement doesn't give any information. One thing that was nice about Clarity is the management was always very up front about things so I'm a bit sad that in this case the end is so mysterious.
Clarity always boasted that they had a solid financial plan and were in it for the long haul. What changed?
It's hard to generate revenue, we really had no means of doing so. We didn't have the experience or clout to do any kind of marketing work (EG for example) to generate revenue. That was really only one small factor in the decision. Over the course of the last year many of the staff found themselves stepping into full time careers, and without substantial cash flow we couldn't compensate them for their time. Also, to be quiet honest some of the staff and players just kind of burnt themselves out. Amateur SC2 is fucking grueling and highly competitive man, all of these kids are working their asses off to "make it" and it really takes a toll on these kids when they're not getting results.
All in all we really just felt it was the right time to put the team down. We will still be sending Sarovati and Reborn to MLG and fulfilling our contractual obligations to them. They'll have all travel and lodging paid for, and also receive a daily stipend to eat.
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On May 23 2014 13:38 Xeris wrote:
It would be nice to get some sort of insight into why the team is disbanding, this statement doesn't give any information. One thing that was nice about Clarity is the management was always very up front about things so I'm a bit sad that in this case the end is so mysterious.
Clarity always boasted that they had a solid financial plan and were in it for the long haul. What changed?
----- edited since someone from Clarity has responded.
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clarity was really kind and caring and optimistic about the future in my time with them and everyone was nice in my experience, its too bad
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Sorry to see you go, CG. Thank you to everyone who was a part of making CG such a tremendous pleasure and success while I was managing in 2013. Good luck to everyone who is going to push on. While I have remained incredibly inactive since I left (and even more so since Brandon and I made amends), I still hope to see you all find continued success and happiness wherever your life may take you. I will always be, at the very least, a silent lurker (stalker? o_O) watching from the shadows.
I didn't think I would be doing this... But here is a long winded shout out to everyone who made CG such a great family and a pleasure to work with and for:
+ Show Spoiler +
Brandon - Thanks for putting in the time and the money and creating such a wonderful team; for giving me the opportunity to be a part of it. We had our highs and our lows but I am glad to still call you my friend. Good luck with what ever you plan to do next.
Matt - Thanks for all your help and support along the way. And for introducing me to so many cool people at Anaheim. And for being there when we really needed your help with some tough PR.
Michael (Cav) - Thanks for showing up when you did, and for all of the time you put into everything. The Academy would not have been a success without you on board. The team would not have been a success, and would likely not have moved forward without your help after I left.
Fox - Thanks for all the hard work, time, and wisdom you brought to the table with our media and marketing plans. It was always a pleasure brainstorming with you. I am sorry we never had the means to do more of what we talked about while you were around.
Treisk - Thanks for the kind words brother. And thank you for all of your hard work. Again, the Academy would not have been nearly what it was without your help and dedication to it and the other players who were putting in so much time for it.
Shew - Thanks for being Shew. For all the good times and the laughs and the late night games and streams. If I ever get the time again, we'll definitely be picking up where we left off. I'll see you out in NYC sometime in the next couple of months.
SaroVati - Thanks for always being there, being responsible and professional. You are a model player and I wish you the best in the future.
Jason (Insidia) - Thank you for all of your hard work and lending us your talent as a designer. Thanks for always working with me and being understanding when we needed last minute graphics and the like. I hope life is treating you well!
Jonathan - Thanks for the help, support, and enthusiasm on the community team.
Ganzi, Thanks for all of your help and work with the Academy. Your positivity and commitment was always appreciated.
Seeker and Enxam: Thanks for coming on and helping when you did. I wish the team had been in an upswing instead of the opposite. We could have done a lot more.
Vicky - Thanks for being a positive influence to Brandon. For being the house mom and keeping things clean and the kids fed! It was great getting to know you a bit at Anaheim and in NYC.
Wyrd, Zombiegrub, and Kuren: Thank you all for the great casts and coverage you all provided with all of the projects we ran while I was on board. You were a great group to work with and I hope you continue to find success.
Chad - Thanks for introducing me to Brandon. I know that without your recommendation to him I likely never would have become involved in another SC2 team after CheckSix. I am still not sure what caused such conflict or issue between us, but I am sorry that it did. Hopefully the professional world is treating you well. Thanks for your help and the time you put in (while finishing school no less) with all of the brainstorming and player picks and analysis of the Academy. And for helping me to get to know the current team when I came on board.
To the rest of the pro team who I got to know in the year I was on board: Siphonn - Thanks for all the laughs and the good times. Dragon, Killer, Jookto, Shuttle, Motok, Mercy, Sterling, Yong: It was a pleasure getting to know you all. Thanks for your hard work and support while you played for us.
A HUGE thanks to my Academy boys who made that entire project a true pleasure.
Badcop, Mystery, Elige, Bails, Intense: it was great to meet all of you. Continue being awesome. I wish we had the means to do more with you all when we first got you on board. You were a great and talented group of young individuals and you made the entire Academy process worth it ten times over.
Elhaym and Saikou, thanks for coming on board. You know we'll always be boys. It was great having you join the CG family. I hope to see you up in Van city sometime this summer.
Bones - Thanks for also being a model player and always showing up when you were needed, being responsible and dedicated. Being a leader to the Academy and a player and person we could all count on.
Honeybear, TBo, Bop, Padre, and MrNiceGuy: Thanks for all the laughs and good times throughout the academy recruitment and while you were on board.
Mewby - Thank you for all of your tremendous hard work and time that you put in. Thanks for always keeping your word and striving to right the 'wrongs' you had done in the past. We took a chance on you and you never once did anything that made us even remotely consider regretting it. I hope you're still finding some enjoyment in the game.
Well. I've been pretty inactive for the last 9 months. I hope I didn't miss anyone. It's been a long work week. Thank you to everyone who I may not have mentioned who helped me or CG out in one way or another in 2013.
Thank you to all the fans who supported us through thick and thin; those of you who did and continue to support the NA scene. You made all the time, effort, and money we all put into this worth it. I will always remember my time in esports fondly because of it.
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I don't know well this team but they had quite the players no ?
Well hope one day, eSport teams can sustain a little better. It's rough to build/manage a team, but keeping it afloat seems Reaally hard
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On May 23 2014 11:37 Circumstance wrote:Show nested quote +On May 23 2014 11:13 LongShot27 wrote:
So there's EG Complexity and Root and uh IVD I guess? And DuSt, Gravity, Ascension, No Dice, MicroGamerZ, Solaris, and probably still Core.
Don't forget Deadly Gaming. 
esports.deadlygaming.com
Sad about Clarity. Played with some of you guys on and off the ladder. Good luck in future endeavors!
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I just know that the guy is called Brandon Altman.
I'd go on about my life whispering with a creepy voice: "I AM BALTMAN"
Anyway RIP
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I'm sad to see another great team disband. Thank you for everything you have done.
<3
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Sad...there's still other teams out there! Lets just hope that the others can stay afloat as well...
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Anyone know what happened to the team house on the east coast?
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sc2 losing its sustainability. not so many sponsorships going around =\
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On May 24 2014 09:59 lessQQmorePEWPEW wrote:
sc2 losing its sustainability. not so many sponsorships going around =\
Tired story, and adage, there has been no major change in the profitability of SC2 in the last few months.
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On May 24 2014 09:59 lessQQmorePEWPEW wrote:
sc2 losing its sustainability. not so many sponsorships going around =\
Frankly for US teams without huge popular streamers, it was never sustainable to begin with. It sucks.
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This is sad news, Brandon and his team were truly dedicated and had the best of intentions.
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No Shew, too OP!!! sad to see them go
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EPT
