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The question of whether the points from these cups are likely to end up mattering or not is an interesting one. My gut feeling is that with the smaller overall number of points in the system, and the fact that 36 players are going to Katowice 2021 it's pretty likely that we end up with very tight margins that could be broken by these cups. Not sure if anyone who isn't already a lock for Katowice can win these consistently enough though--really depends on how fierce the competition is.
It would certainly be fun if towards the end of the season, with all the big tournaments done, a few players ended up with all their hopes riding on these cups.
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That's really cool that these smaller cups award ESL Pro Tour points. It makes the whole Starcraft scene seem part of one overall conglomeration.
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On January 16 2020 11:53 Jeremy Reimer wrote:
That's really cool that these smaller cups award ESL Pro Tour points. It makes the whole Starcraft scene seem part of one overall conglomeration.
I also like the fact that it gives more people the opportunity to play against the best pros in tournament settings.
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48 players : 22 Zergs, 16 Protoss and 10 Terrans....a dying breed
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Happy to see Polt in there. Hope he makes a big comeback this year.
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On January 16 2020 11:53 Jeremy Reimer wrote:
That's really cool that these smaller cups award ESL Pro Tour points. It makes the whole Starcraft scene seem part of one overall conglomeration.
Agreed. These small cups are now more interesting for the viewers because we know that they may actually matter. And the players will treat these small cups more seriously because for them, the points may end up making a difference between making IEM Katowice or not at the end of the season.
This is a great idea from ESL.
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On January 16 2020 11:52 ZigguratOfUr wrote:
The question of whether the points from these cups are likely to end up mattering or not is an interesting one. My gut feeling is that with the smaller overall number of points in the system, and the fact that 36 players are going to Katowice 2021 it's pretty likely that we end up with very tight margins that could be broken by these cups. Not sure if anyone who isn't already a lock for Katowice can win these consistently enough though--really depends on how fierce the competition is.
It would certainly be fun if towards the end of the season, with all the big tournaments done, a few players ended up with all their hopes riding on these cups.
Players who are already qualified might not participate (to hide strats or whatever) giving underdogs more chances.
Overall, very good addition
Now all we need is some much needed final plans for Korea!
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Italy3491 Posts
On January 16 2020 15:42 spenzer wrote:
48 players : 22 Zergs, 16 Protoss and 10 Terrans....a dying breed
...those are just the top 16 for each bracket, there were 244 players total... 
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Where can you see these games? Do they have a commentator or not?
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On January 16 2020 18:54 CynicalDeath wrote:Show nested quote +On January 16 2020 15:42 spenzer wrote:
48 players : 22 Zergs, 16 Protoss and 10 Terrans....a dying breed ...those are just the top 16 for each bracket, there were 244 players total...
I presume this means anyone can play? Even your casual diamond or masters player?
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Northern Ireland26119 Posts
On January 16 2020 11:52 ZigguratOfUr wrote:
The question of whether the points from these cups are likely to end up mattering or not is an interesting one. My gut feeling is that with the smaller overall number of points in the system, and the fact that 36 players are going to Katowice 2021 it's pretty likely that we end up with very tight margins that could be broken by these cups. Not sure if anyone who isn't already a lock for Katowice can win these consistently enough though--really depends on how fierce the competition is.
It would certainly be fun if towards the end of the season, with all the big tournaments done, a few players ended up with all their hopes riding on these cups.
It’s going to be great if that happens.
There was a lot of hype for the Super Tournament qualifiers as they were the last chance saloon for a bunch of players getting to Blizzcon
We could have weeks of players duking it out when the stakes get high. Plus even at the beginning when they aren’t, that’s still guaranteed weekly Starcraft action.
Hopefully when things settle and we get properly going we’ll get a bunch of streamers and broadcasts too.
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On January 16 2020 18:54 CynicalDeath wrote:Show nested quote +On January 16 2020 15:42 spenzer wrote:
48 players : 22 Zergs, 16 Protoss and 10 Terrans....a dying breed ...those are just the top 16 for each bracket, there were 244 players total...
And this invalidates my point how?
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On January 16 2020 23:47 spenzer wrote:Show nested quote +On January 16 2020 18:54 CynicalDeath wrote:On January 16 2020 15:42 spenzer wrote:
48 players : 22 Zergs, 16 Protoss and 10 Terrans....a dying breed ...those are just the top 16 for each bracket, there were 244 players total... And this invalidates my point how?
What was your point anyhow? 
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these cups give us more content to watch. i like it!
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On January 16 2020 20:36 MockHamill wrote:
Where can you see these games? Do they have a commentator or not?
Between Wardi (WardiiTV) and Rifkin (BasetradeTV), most of these matches are covered. I hope the new system rewards them as well, because they've put a lot of effort into supporting the Starcraft scene.
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On January 16 2020 23:58 Harris1st wrote:Show nested quote +On January 16 2020 23:47 spenzer wrote:On January 16 2020 18:54 CynicalDeath wrote:On January 16 2020 15:42 spenzer wrote:
48 players : 22 Zergs, 16 Protoss and 10 Terrans....a dying breed ...those are just the top 16 for each bracket, there were 244 players total... And this invalidates my point how? What was your point anyhow?
That's the best bait i have ever seen lol.
Question. I see Scarlett in two of the cups. If she won both. Would she have double points ?
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On January 17 2020 04:35 FFW_Rude wrote:Show nested quote +On January 16 2020 23:58 Harris1st wrote:On January 16 2020 23:47 spenzer wrote:On January 16 2020 18:54 CynicalDeath wrote:On January 16 2020 15:42 spenzer wrote:
48 players : 22 Zergs, 16 Protoss and 10 Terrans....a dying breed ...those are just the top 16 for each bracket, there were 244 players total... And this invalidates my point how? What was your point anyhow? That's the best bait i have ever seen lol. Question. I see Scarlett in two of the cups. If she won both. Would she have double points ?
Yes. All these cups are standalone.
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On January 17 2020 04:35 FFW_Rude wrote:Show nested quote +On January 16 2020 23:58 Harris1st wrote:On January 16 2020 23:47 spenzer wrote:On January 16 2020 18:54 CynicalDeath wrote:On January 16 2020 15:42 spenzer wrote:
48 players : 22 Zergs, 16 Protoss and 10 Terrans....a dying breed ...those are just the top 16 for each bracket, there were 244 players total... And this invalidates my point how? What was your point anyhow? That's the best bait i have ever seen lol. Question. I see Scarlett in two of the cups. If she won both. Would she have double points ?
Thank you! Feels nice to be appreciated 
The only region restriction is the server these cups are played on. In theory you could win 3 x 10 points every week afaik
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EPT
Solar won the Korean server tournament, 
