EPTOn November 19 2014 04:23 awesomoecalypse wrote:
I'm really glad this article focused on Scarlett, because there was a time earlier in SC2's life where "feature article about the best North American SC2 player" would have probably ended up being about someone like IdrA, who frankly embodies a lot of the negative stereotypes non-gamers have about gamers. Scarlett might be a little shy, but as a representative of what the SC2 community is all about she's a good subject because she's not only skilled and has an interesting story, she handles herself with maturity and a positive attitude. A lot of people who don't normally follow gaming in any way are going to read this story, and I think it could actually dispell some negative preconceptions they might have about esports and gaming in general
I'm really glad this article focused on Scarlett, because there was a time earlier in SC2's life where "feature article about the best North American SC2 player" would have probably ended up being about someone like IdrA, who frankly embodies a lot of the negative stereotypes non-gamers have about gamers. Scarlett might be a little shy, but as a representative of what the SC2 community is all about she's a good subject because she's not only skilled and has an interesting story, she handles herself with maturity and a positive attitude. A lot of people who don't normally follow gaming in any way are going to read this story, and I think it could actually dispell some negative preconceptions they might have about esports and gaming in general
Much as Scarlett's prior hate on Protoss makes me sad as someone whose first race was Protoss I fully agree with this sentiment. Scarlett comes across as a nice person and whilst she doesn't seem to let anyone push her around she also doesn't seem to go out of her way to cause issues with people.
Idra was a character and could be pretty amusing but looking at it from an outsider's perspective I can see why people wouldn't take to him. Or Stephano is another great example; I'm sure he's a nice guy personally but he was CONSTANTLY getting himself into trouble.
