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Seeker
Where dat snitch at?37095 Posts
2014 GSL Season 3 Interviews:
Code A Qualifiers
Code A Winners
Code S Ro32 Winners
Code S Ro16 Winners
Code S Ro4 Winners
2014 GSL Season 3 Grand Finals Winner
 SK Telecom T1 soO
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Source: inven eSports
How do you feel about advancing to the semi-finals four seasons in a row?
While I was preparing for my semi-final match, I asked my teammates who they thought would win and they all said that Zest would (laughs). Honestly, even from my own perspective I thought that making the finals four seasons in a row just made no sense. But since it did come true I am really glad.
You looked rather helpless in game one and two. What did you think about them?
I was able to show off the strategies I had prepared beforehand but Zest’s responses were just too good. And since the maps were in favor of Protoss, I actually anticipated a 0-2 start.
Whenever the games went into late game, your strategies got bolder and shone through.
While I was preparing for my semi-finals match, I prepared a strategy for each and every map. As it turned out, the later maps all had great strategies that I could initiate on (laughs).
Your hatchery rush on Merry Go Round for game six was really impressive. How did you prepare for it?
A Canadian player by the ID of ROOT.CatZ recommended that strategy to me. He strongly stated that the strategy could not be blocked even if the opponent knew about it.
You still looked rather helpless all the way up to game four. Where was the turning point for you?
I got the feeling that I was going to be able to win after I won the elimination race for game five on King Sejong Station. I was able to exhibit a lot more focus from then on.
Have you been influenced by the team’s recent roster changes?
I can’t say that there were none. But rather than pay attention to that, I just focused on practicing. The end result of that choice came out good so I’m happy.
Making the finals four times in a row is impressive. But what about grabbing second place four times in a row?
I was dumbfounded when I grabbed second place two seasons in a row. But after that third season, I was put in a state of disarray. Even right now I have no idea (laughs). All I can say is that I will do best.
Every match up until the finals was a ZvP. But now that you will be facing a Terran, has you chances of grabbing the championship increased?
I want to think of it as that way also but since there seems to be something there regarding me and second place, I don’t think race is all that important (laughs).
Who do you want to face in the finals?
I want to face INnoVation. I think the finals will be more fun if I go up against him and I want to face a big name player like him.
Today was your birthday. The fans gave you lots of gifts.
I am really grateful for that. I am so glad that I was able to advance into the finals. I will continue to work hard from here on out so I hope the fans won’t hold back their support for me.
With your finals advancement you have secured 3150 WCS points and you are now ranked 11th. You’ve pretty much secured your spot for the Global Finals but how do you feel about leaving tomorrow for DH Stockholm?
When I saw the roster of players participating in DH, I thought it was going to be difficult. But as long as I can maintain my current condition then I think I am more than capable of establishing a good result.
Anything else you would like to say?
I want to thank the fans for cheering me on. I want to thank my teammates ParalyzE and Classic, Samsung’s Hurricane, and CJ’s Hush for helping me with practice. And since it’s my birthday, I want to let my parents know that I love them.
 SK Telecom T1 INnoVation
![[image loading]](http://i.imgur.com/wgX9anJ.jpg)
Source: inven eSports
How do you feel about advancing to the finals after a year and six months?
I am so glad that I was able to make it through since I haven’t been to a finals in a long time. I don’t really feel it but I am satisfied.
You prepared mostly mech for today. Did you come prepared beforehand?
I thought that mech was better than bio. I also thought that Cure wouldn’t be able to anticipate it.
What do you think would have happened if Cure had gone mech?
I practiced for mech vs mech as well but Cure mostly uses bio so I practiced a lot for going up against bio.
Cure’s resistance was incredible. What did you think about it?
I saw the finals match between Cure and Bomber during Red Bull Battle Grounds. So I expected Cure to use Bomber’s build orders but he was stronger than I thought. I had to go through struggles.
You’ve returned to a Korean team. We’re curious about how you feel regarding your return.
My reason for coming back was Proleague. I joined SKT because I felt that a Korean team suited me better for various parts.
Your chances of qualifying in the WCS Global Finals will be higher if you win the championship. Did you know?
I knew. That’s why I want to win the championship no matter what and advance to the Global Finals.
A team kill finals scenario came to be right after you joined SKT. What do you think about that?
I think that soO hyung is a really good Zerg. It is not possible to advance into a finals four times in a row without skill. I can’t help but think that various neck and neck victories will come out.
How’s the atmosphere at SKT?
I’ve only lived at the team house for a day. Also, some players have left for DH. So I can’t say for sure but I think it is going to be an excellent place.
A lot of people are saying that you will become SKT’s ace.
I would like for that to happen but I want all of us to do well so that we can establish a good result for Proleague. I don’t really have a desire to become the sole ace for the team.
You are teammates with Classic again. Is the feeling different?
Classic hyung keeps checking up on me. I wish he wouldn’t do that (laughs).
Anything else you would like to say?
It’s been a long time since I advanced into a finals. I want to thank my fans that kept on waiting on me. I will make it up to them by winning the championship for this season.
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1001 YEARS KESPAJAIL22272 Posts
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<Here comes some motivation> You are the translator Hero we need!
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hoping soo to lose again on the fnals...
QUADRA KONG incomming!
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United Kingdom31935 Posts
I believe in seeker! You will save the day!
(If you do fail I've got The Dark Knight: Seeker edition speech already lined up.)
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Seeker
Where dat snitch at?37095 Posts
On September 25 2014 16:16 GumBa wrote:
I believe in seeker! You will save the day!
(If you do fail I've got The Dark Knight: Seeker edition speech already lined up.)
Now I want to fail on purpose just so I can read this speech :o
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nice interview! thanks seeker.
Good for soO, he seems happy. I just hope that he can finally win this time
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Fiddler's Green42661 Posts
It says something about SKT that their best player looks to Catz for coaching instead of their actual coach.
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Catz is canadian???
anyway, what a god to teach soo how to ZvP
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On September 26 2014 02:25 stuchiu wrote:
It says something about SKT that their best player looks to Catz for coaching instead of their actual coach.
LOOOOL Root OP
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United Kingdom31935 Posts
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Northern Ireland27092 Posts
Catz definitely the smartest Canadian player
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Nice to see him soO happy for once! Now will he fail again in the final...
Thanks Seeker.
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soO so good. What a good birthday present. Ty for the translation Seeker
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Canadian lol
Glad to see soO so happy. But I'm still sad that Zest lost T_T
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On September 25 2014 15:17 lichter wrote:![[image loading]](http://i.imgur.com/DsJpPIz.png)
I'm glad you saved that from me =)
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51631 Posts
lol @ soo thinking catz is canadian hahahahahaha
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TLADT24920 Posts
thanks for the translation Seeker! soO going for a record when he loses in the finals  Has his ZvP improved since that bad loss in late game to Zest 2 finals back?
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Catz confirmed next zerg bonjo
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United Kingdom31935 Posts
Cant' wait for Inno's interview 
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Russian Federation1613 Posts
On September 26 2014 22:15 GumBa wrote:Cant' wait for Inno's interview
Thanks for spoiler
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United Kingdom31935 Posts
On September 26 2014 22:22 Jenia6109 wrote:Thanks for spoiler
lol
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When did CatZ moved to Canada lol
Gotta hand it to CatZ though, he didn't only talk the talk.
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Your hatchery rush on Merry Go Round for game six was really impressive. How did you prepare for it?
A Canadian player by the ID of ROOT.CatZ recommended that strategy to me. He strongly stated that the strategy could not be blocked even if the opponent knew about it.
This is so cool.
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Canadian CatZ is gold
soO's so chill about everything though, cannot dislike this guy
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United Kingdom31935 Posts
On September 27 2014 06:27 Seeker wrote:You know it's really funny. I was just translating what soO was saying without really paying attention. It wasn't until much much much later that I remembered that CatZ is Peruvian
Haha xD
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On September 27 2014 06:27 Seeker wrote:You know it's really funny. I was just translating what soO was saying without really paying attention. It wasn't until much much much later that I remembered that CatZ is Peruvian
According to soO he didn't say that. y so wrong bro?
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Seeker
Where dat snitch at?37095 Posts
On September 27 2014 13:45 Hunta15 wrote:Show nested quote +On September 27 2014 06:27 Seeker wrote:You know it's really funny. I was just translating what soO was saying without really paying attention. It wasn't until much much much later that I remembered that CatZ is Peruvian According to soO he didn't say that. y so wrong bro?
Well if soO didn't say it then inven eSports did.
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On September 27 2014 13:55 Seeker wrote:Show nested quote +On September 27 2014 13:45 Hunta15 wrote:On September 27 2014 06:27 Seeker wrote:You know it's really funny. I was just translating what soO was saying without really paying attention. It wasn't until much much much later that I remembered that CatZ is Peruvian According to soO he didn't say that. y so wrong bro? Well if soO didn't say it then inven eSports did.
No we don't use logic.
Seeker why you mess up so bad?
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TLADT24920 Posts
On September 27 2014 13:55 Seeker wrote:Show nested quote +On September 27 2014 13:45 Hunta15 wrote:On September 27 2014 06:27 Seeker wrote:You know it's really funny. I was just translating what soO was saying without really paying attention. It wasn't until much much much later that I remembered that CatZ is Peruvian According to soO he didn't say that. y so wrong bro? Well if soO didn't say it then inven eSports did.
forget soO's interviews and start translating the second finalists' already!
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Ah, so it's a different Catz, a canadian. Makes sense.
Will definitely cheer for Innovation, but still grats to soO to make it to the grand finals again.
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Seeker
Where dat snitch at?37095 Posts
On September 27 2014 14:10 BigFan wrote:Show nested quote +On September 27 2014 13:55 Seeker wrote:On September 27 2014 13:45 Hunta15 wrote:On September 27 2014 06:27 Seeker wrote:You know it's really funny. I was just translating what soO was saying without really paying attention. It wasn't until much much much later that I remembered that CatZ is Peruvian According to soO he didn't say that. y so wrong bro? Well if soO didn't say it then inven eSports did. forget soO's interviews and start translating the second finalists' already!
Oh true...
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SoO's play has been a lot more exciting recently than it used to be. I think I'm warming up to him.
Also, congratulations to Catz for being promoted from Peruvian to Canadian. I knew he could do it!
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TLADT24920 Posts
On September 27 2014 14:40 Seeker wrote:Show nested quote +On September 27 2014 14:10 BigFan wrote:On September 27 2014 13:55 Seeker wrote:On September 27 2014 13:45 Hunta15 wrote:On September 27 2014 06:27 Seeker wrote:You know it's really funny. I was just translating what soO was saying without really paying attention. It wasn't until much much much later that I remembered that CatZ is Peruvian According to soO he didn't say that. y so wrong bro? Well if soO didn't say it then inven eSports did. forget soO's interviews and start translating the second finalists' already! Oh true...
excellent *curl fingers* oops, I mean, yes, good stuff Seeker. Keep up the hard work!
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CatZ the Zerg Strategy genius.
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SKT1 Finals! But I really want soO to take it this time, I can't take seeing him come second anymore. Nobody deserves a GSL championship more than soO at this point!
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United Kingdom31935 Posts
Thx seeker! Inno <3 happy to hear he likes it at SKT! Can't wait for PL :D
And haha Classic :D stx bro love
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Belgium7003 Posts
thanks for the interview.How is that no one asked for the mouse ?
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CatZ doesn't even live in Canada?
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Catz has been granted an honorary citizenship of Canada by the three time GSL Finalist.
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to be fair the peruvian flag does kinda look like the canadian flag
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soO probably thinks Catz is from Canada because of its reputation for strong foreign players
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Peru1232 Posts
On September 27 2014 22:13 OhDearGod wrote:soO probably thinks Catz is from Canada because of its reputation for strong foreign players
when I told him "hey dude im not canadian" he told me "I didnt say you were Canadian" or rather
[9/26/2014 1:01:15 AM] soO: Omf
[9/26/2014 1:01:16 AM] soO: G
[9/26/2014 1:01:22 AM] soO: Ididnt say you are canadian
[9/26/2014 1:01:24 AM] soO: T.T
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Pls give him some imba builds for the finals CatZnadian
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Well soO CatZ definitely won that GSL semifinal against Zest. Wouldn't happen otherwise
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On September 27 2014 22:13 OhDearGod wrote:soO probably thinks Catz is from Canada because of its reputation for strong foreign players
They all look the same, anyway.
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CatZ isn't canadian, he is peruvian. Both flags are similar.
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Another SKT1 vs SKT1 finals. Yay!!!!
No, I am pretty sure soO is right. CatZ is Canadian.
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Innovation goes back to Kespa, and instantly, he is at the GSL finals.
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On September 27 2014 22:29 ROOTCatZ wrote:Show nested quote +On September 27 2014 22:13 OhDearGod wrote:soO probably thinks Catz is from Canada because of its reputation for strong foreign players when I told him "hey dude im not canadian" he told me "I didnt say you were Canadian" or rather [9/26/2014 1:01:15 AM] soO: Omf [9/26/2014 1:01:16 AM] soO: G [9/26/2014 1:01:22 AM] soO: Ididnt say you are canadian [9/26/2014 1:01:24 AM] soO: T.T
Maybe it was just a plot from seeker
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soOjwa D: he BETTER win GSL!
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Lol Classic checking up on INno all the time, I wonder what he means by that.
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Nice interview. Time to get back into SC!
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innovation's reason for joining kespa team is specifically for proleague? respect
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SoO please win. Jaedong and Snute need this
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On September 27 2014 22:29 ROOTCatZ wrote:Show nested quote +On September 27 2014 22:13 OhDearGod wrote:soO probably thinks Catz is from Canada because of its reputation for strong foreign players when I told him "hey dude im not canadian" he told me "I didnt say you were Canadian" or rather [9/26/2014 1:01:15 AM] soO: Omf [9/26/2014 1:01:16 AM] soO: G [9/26/2014 1:01:22 AM] soO: Ididnt say you are canadian [9/26/2014 1:01:24 AM] soO: T.T
Maybe you've been Seekered. Or maybe you've been Inven Esported
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Nice interview !! I really want to see game six now >.<
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did he call CATZ a CANADIAN ? xDDDDD
oh i see seeker trolled us xD
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On September 26 2014 22:22 Jenia6109 wrote:Thanks for spoiler
xDD
so you went into a "semi finalists winner interview" thread, then went to page 2!! of the comments and THEN complain about being spoiled ? ^^ your amazing xD
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Seeker
Where dat snitch at?37095 Posts
On September 28 2014 20:40 Drake wrote:
did he call CATZ a CANADIAN ? xDDDDD
oh i see seeker trolled us xD
No. Inven eSports trolled us
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Wow, haven't followed the scene in a while but i'm glad to see Innovation back in good shape and in a korean team!
I'm thinking Acer must've been good for some perspective. But the willingness to return to proleague and the extreme training schedules just show this player's dedication and love for the game and the fans.
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On September 28 2014 10:01 laaaaaaaamee wrote:
innovation's reason for joining kespa team is specifically for proleague? respect
Honestly as a player that gets send out regularly, i bet Proleague is really really fun experience.
Every week you you can prepare for 2 matches, infront of a big live audience, and fight for your Team.
All the meanwhile getting presents/cake from some Fangirls
Comparing this with "staying at home playing teamleagues online" and doing a GSL every blue moon + sometimes a weekend tourney.
I'd propably prefer Proleague too.
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Innovation will win. SoO is the new king of kongs lol. Think about it though; a few things go his way and SoO is on the verge of a fourth consecutive GSL championship. Total madness.
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On September 26 2014 02:25 stuchiu wrote:
It says something about SKT that their best player looks to Catz for coaching instead of their actual coach.
Catz coaching soO?!... tsk tsk tsk... i dont think Catz's style is coachable... it's honestly just a personal style that Catz seem to be able to pull off...
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lol. "your chances will be higher if you win the championship!! did you know ??"
no shit!
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Peru1232 Posts
On September 26 2014 02:25 stuchiu wrote:
It says something about SKT that their best player looks to Catz for coaching instead of their actual coach.
Yeah.. I don't think the 'coaches' do actual in-game coaching, which sounds weird but makes a lot of sense if you think about it. At least I know that MVP's coaches aren't necessarily good the game or even play it reguarly, I think the term coach in sc2 is miss used pretty often.
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there's coaches, and there's "strategy" coaches.
there's choya for FXO who takes care of all the players and manages everyone's schedules etc., and then there's FXOHell who plans the Terran strategies for Gumiho.
it's the same for other teams. coach park fits into the former. iloveoov used to fit into the latter but i don't think he's planning builds for his protoss boys :<
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United States33647 Posts
On September 29 2014 19:07 ROOTCatZ wrote:Show nested quote +On September 26 2014 02:25 stuchiu wrote:
It says something about SKT that their best player looks to Catz for coaching instead of their actual coach. Yeah.. I don't think the 'coaches' do actual in-game coaching, which sounds weird but makes a lot of sense if you think about it. At least I know that MVP's coaches aren't necessarily good the game or even play it reguarly, I think the term coach in sc2 is miss used pretty often.
don't talk ill of Sangho you irreverent fuck
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On September 29 2014 19:07 ROOTCatZ wrote:Show nested quote +On September 26 2014 02:25 stuchiu wrote:
It says something about SKT that their best player looks to Catz for coaching instead of their actual coach. Yeah.. I don't think the 'coaches' do actual in-game coaching, which sounds weird but makes a lot of sense if you think about it. At least I know that MVP's coaches aren't necessarily good the game or even play it reguarly, I think the term coach in sc2 is miss used pretty often.
That's because a lot of managers are labelled "coaches".
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Dont know if ppl are starting to pay attention or not but CatZ name is starting to come up alot with koreans and this interview alone signifies that CatZ is innovating the game of starcraft. Anytime a tournament is on or a match is streamed if somebody does a hatch block or a proxy hatch its automatically referred to as Catz. Thats pretty cool to see, that means that alot of strategies havent been figured out yet and the game is still growing.
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Catz is not coach. Just sc2 ladder friends perhaps
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East Gorteau22261 Posts
On October 01 2014 02:47 sm1995 wrote:
Catz is not coach. Just sc2 ladder friends perhaps
He teaches soO gosu strategies
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Peru1232 Posts
On October 01 2014 02:47 sm1995 wrote:
Catz is not coach. Just sc2 ladder friends perhaps
I have/do coach soO on occasion, even tho I am obviously, not soO's coach.
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