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AWalker9
Profile Blog Joined August 2013
United Kingdom7229 Posts
October 16 2015 11:27 GMT
#1
It's been long time since I wrote a long post.

Actually, I am the one who writes long posts often as a Korean SC2 pro, but I felt shame to do it since I've performed bad as a pro and as a coach since Axiom has performed badly.

In 2015, Axiom and I decided that I take a break from competing tournament and support the team and stream to communicate with fans and show our sponsors to fans.

As you know, Axiom has performed really bad in 2015. Ryung, Impact (when he was in Axiom), Heart qualified GSL, SpoTV but they all lost at high round. I always tried to go to venue with them to support, coach them but it didn't work either.

That makes me sad more since we decide to disband.

Speaking of Axiom's poor performance, we are so bad in 2015. But John and Genna always try to make ideas to continue Axiom and find a way to support their players. Even after John talk to me on skype about his condition, they still worried about us...

They are just too good to us.

As some of you may know, I was the one who was dying and retiring after leaving SlayerS. I can't imagine I could get support, love by fans, and live happily like this if John and Genna didn't help me. I already haven't competed tournament at all, but I wanna announce today I'll completely retire as a SC2 pro. From now on, I'll focus on only caring Axiom until everybody move to their place and find a new team to continue their career.

After everything is done, I may stream until I find another job or other job in eSports. I'm not popular and big streamer but I'll keep it up to support my wife and the family that my best friends John and Genna made. Showing John and Genna all Axiom members are doing well after Axiom disbands is our job to make them relief. I want to thank to ppl who has been cheering, supporting for Axiom and also really sorry that we haven't made good result lately. I really hope everybody will cheer for John and his family to stay stronger.

Thank you and Axiom Fighting

P.S 1: Thanks for reading this. I know you guys might not care of me anymore but I just wanna tell you guys personally too since you guys made me meet John.

P.S 2: As some of you may know, I've streamed for 5 days to earn money for Blizzcon trip. I decide to not go there and send only Olimoley since I have to/want to care of end of the Axiom and I don't think I can enjoy with people and smile in front of people at Blizzcon since the biggest part of my life is disappearing. Since I decided to not go there, I'll refund every donation that I got from you guys for Blizzcon trip. I really appreciate how you guys support me.

P.S 3: If you're interested in Ryung or Heart as a SC2 pro for your team, please contact me or Axiom eSports.


https://www.reddit.com/r/starcraft/comments/3oxtfw/thank_you_axiom/

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RHoudini
Profile Joined October 2009
Belgium3627 Posts
October 16 2015 11:27 GMT
#2
Please correct title.
Lee Jae Dong fighting!
Zealously
Profile Blog Joined October 2011
East Gorteau22261 Posts
October 16 2015 12:36 GMT
#3
Thank you for everything, Crank. I wish you and the rest of Axiom the best of luck in the future.
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DarkPlasmaBall
Profile Blog Joined March 2010
United States44174 Posts
October 16 2015 12:37 GMT
#4
Best of luck in the future, Crank!
"There is nothing more satisfying than looking at a crowd of people and helping them get what I love." ~Day[9] Daily #100
Pandemona *
Profile Blog Joined March 2011
Charlie Sheens House51479 Posts
Last Edited: 2015-10-16 12:58:56
October 16 2015 12:56 GMT
#5
Nice post, very respectful, didn't know Crank was that kind of guy. Hope he himself finds a new home in ESPORTs and is happy after he finds homes for everyone else.

GL!
ModeratorTeam Liquid Football Thread Guru! - Chelsea FC ♥
DarkPlasmaBall
Profile Blog Joined March 2010
United States44174 Posts
October 16 2015 13:09 GMT
#6
Those 3 post-scripts are amazing <3
"There is nothing more satisfying than looking at a crowd of people and helping them get what I love." ~Day[9] Daily #100
NyxNax
Profile Joined March 2014
United States227 Posts
Last Edited: 2015-10-16 13:16:21
October 16 2015 13:10 GMT
#7
You are awesome Crank and I hope you stay in the scene and wish you the best of luck in all your endeavors. Absolutely loved you all the times you were on BTTV and at Hell its aboot time, You are a incredibly thoughtful and generous person, Thank you for all you've done and Much love <3
moofang
Profile Joined June 2011
508 Posts
October 16 2015 13:13 GMT
#8
It's all a real shame, but it's really great that you and the others involved in this tragic chain of events are trying to be good and positive about it.

Hope you find a good place in esports to settle in soon. Fighting!
wjat
Profile Joined August 2015
385 Posts
October 16 2015 13:19 GMT
#9
Passion overwhelming.
[16thSq] Kuro
Profile Blog Joined April 2014
1213 Posts
October 16 2015 13:26 GMT
#10
I really hope that CranK will find a place in the eSports scene because he's an amazing captain, coach and, most importantly, person. He keeps his fanbase mannered and positive and you can really feel that he cares for his fans even if he barely knows them personally. He also legit cheers for us, the noobs of CranK chat, who try to get decent at the game and he will always answer a question or give some advice.
And even though he hasn't shown high results for a while, he's still a great player with a lot of knowledge.
|| All my links: bento.me/16thsquadsanseki || Co-founder of CranKy Ducklings || SC2 Info Fairy ||
SCguineapig
Profile Blog Joined January 2013
Netherlands289 Posts
October 16 2015 13:29 GMT
#11
Damn that's to bad, it is awesome though that he sticks around to make sure everyone in axiom gets a good home.
broodwar wasn't perfect
Shuffleblade
Profile Joined February 2012
Sweden1903 Posts
October 16 2015 13:35 GMT
#12
I really hope you will do well in whatever you choose to do in the future!
If I have time on my hands I will watch your stream!

gg, gl hf Crank!
Maru, Bomber, TY, Dear, Classic, DeParture and Rogue!
Phizzik
Profile Joined November 2010
United States77 Posts
October 16 2015 13:42 GMT
#13
<3
"Live free or die."
boxerfred
Profile Blog Joined December 2012
Germany8360 Posts
October 16 2015 13:44 GMT
#14
The third sad news. Damn! Crank, best of luck to your future endeavors. Can't say I've been a fan, however it's really sad to see you go. Keep fighting.
x0x0
Profile Joined August 2015
149 Posts
October 16 2015 13:48 GMT
#15
Crank , i wish you all the best and i'm sure you'll find your place soon because you deserve it!
Number 1 streamer in my book.!!! GL HF!!
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CynicalDeath
Profile Joined January 2012
Italy3341 Posts
October 16 2015 13:58 GMT
#16
...best of luck to CranK, super passionate polyhedric player and, more importantly, an always-inspiring and positive person!

glhf with what's coming up for you! you deserve all the best!
ModeratorSC2 LP Admin - My Life for Aiur - Let the Metal flow - @Cynical_Death
Diabolique
Profile Joined June 2015
Czech Republic5118 Posts
October 16 2015 14:04 GMT
#17
On October 16 2015 22:26 [16thSq] Kuro wrote:
I really hope that CranK will find a place in the eSports scene because he's an amazing captain, coach and, most importantly, person. He keeps his fanbase mannered and positive and you can really feel that he cares for his fans even if he barely knows them personally. He also legit cheers for us, the noobs of CranK chat, who try to get decent at the game and he will always answer a question or give some advice.
And even though he hasn't shown high results for a while, he's still a great player with a lot of knowledge.

I absolutely agree, CranK is a really great person! And he truly cares of people.
sOs | Rogue | Maru | Trap | Scarlett | Snute | MC
Yakikorosu
Profile Joined March 2013
1203 Posts
October 16 2015 14:13 GMT
#18
Best of luck CranK! In honor of his career, here is one of my favorite CranK VODs: his match against TheStC from WCS America 2013 Season 1 Round of 16:

Boucot
Profile Blog Joined October 2011
France15997 Posts
October 16 2015 14:17 GMT
#19
Given that he doesn't mention him among the players who are looking for a team, I guess Alicia is retired too.
Former SC2 writer for Millenium - twitter.com/Boucot
Ve5pa
Profile Joined December 2014
United Kingdom252 Posts
October 16 2015 14:17 GMT
#20
GL Crank <3
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