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sym
Profile Joined November 2008
United States58 Posts
Last Edited: 2010-08-09 13:18:30
August 09 2010 13:14 GMT
#1
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With the release of Starcraft 2, I have noticed an influx of players coming into TeamLiquid's IRC channel looking for games. Being the good-natured, helpful person that I am, I'm upset that I have no where to point these players to.

Blizzard has not helped us at all by deciding to remove chat channels from Battle.net. So, that is why I've decided to put forth my own solution to this small, but easily fixable problem.



I introduce to you:

--> #tlpickup on Quakenet <-- Click to open webchat



From now on, I invite all players to use this channel when looking for games. The aim is to help players that aren't satisfied with Blizzard's built in matchmaking service, those who are looking for a practice partner on their level, or just anyone looking for a game in general. This removes the hassle of trying to coordinate through forum posts, PMs, or any other outside communication -- one channel where anyone can go to find a game, at any time of day.


Please note! This is not restricted to just Starcraft 2. You're welcome to use this channel when looking for Brood War games, as well.


This is a new idea, so don't be put off if it doesn't seem like there are tons of people just yet. With any luck, the channel will grow and it will form its own small community within just a few weeks. Ever seen those massive Counter-Strike pickup channels? That's what I have in mind for #tlpickup, so spread the word!


I hope this can be of use to the community!


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Server: irc.quakenet.org
Channel: #tlpickup

or

Click here for webchat



Thanks for reading!
baeracaed
Profile Blog Joined June 2009
United States604 Posts
August 09 2010 13:18 GMT
#2
Probably won't idle there, but cool idea. I've just been finding matches via the practice partner thread and TL Vent.
(☞゚ヮ゚)☞ Cookies! ☜(゚ヮ゚☜)
chobopeon
Profile Blog Joined May 2003
United States7342 Posts
August 09 2010 13:19 GMT
#3
now that's a smart solution to a stupid problem. cool.
:O
sym
Profile Joined November 2008
United States58 Posts
Last Edited: 2010-08-09 13:21:34
August 09 2010 13:20 GMT
#4
thanks guys!

i really hope this works out for the best
chobopeon
Profile Blog Joined May 2003
United States7342 Posts
August 09 2010 13:23 GMT
#5
i dont really idle irc anymore and havent since the good ol' cs days but i wish you the best
:O
Puosu
Profile Blog Joined April 2007
7016 Posts
August 09 2010 13:24 GMT
#6
To be honest I am surprised it took so long for anyone to stand up and do this, it's been done in other games for forever but I guess we the SC players just have been spoiled by the ease of Battle.net 1.0 and in-game chat channels.

Everyone join in, lets make this work.
bellaisa
Profile Joined April 2010
United States117 Posts
August 09 2010 15:08 GMT
#7
thanks but i'd rather ladder.
sym
Profile Joined November 2008
United States58 Posts
August 09 2010 15:25 GMT
#8
On August 10 2010 00:08 bellaisa wrote:
thanks but i'd rather ladder.

no problem
dbizzle
Profile Joined May 2010
United States395 Posts
August 09 2010 15:48 GMT
#9
I think this is a fantastic idea, sometimes I just want to play against a certain race or maybe practice against a certain build. Now we can have some good ole pick up practices against people that want to practice certain aspects of their game
sym
Profile Joined November 2008
United States58 Posts
August 09 2010 15:50 GMT
#10
nice! i'm glad people are liking the idea
Whalecore
Profile Joined March 2009
Norway1111 Posts
August 09 2010 15:52 GMT
#11
Awesome! Join in everyone.
Playgu
Empyrean
Profile Blog Joined September 2004
17058 Posts
August 09 2010 15:53 GMT
#12
I really hope this idea picks up. It's kind of like having an old b.net channel (OH WAIT) for people to hang out in and play a few friendly matches.

I'll probably log on once I get home from work ...in six hours <_<
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Piski
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
Finland3461 Posts
August 09 2010 15:54 GMT
#13
Joined x) can't play now though.
Wolf
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
Korea (South)3290 Posts
August 09 2010 15:55 GMT
#14
You'll be seeing me soon. Really good community idea. I should've done the same thing ages ago. Wonder why I didn't...
Commentatorhttp://twitter.com/proxywolf
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MangoTango
Profile Blog Joined June 2010
United States3670 Posts
August 09 2010 15:56 GMT
#15
I thought this channel was for getting laid. I was wrong. :x
"One fish, two fish, red fish, BLUE TANK!" - Artosis
DemiSe
Profile Blog Joined May 2010
883 Posts
Last Edited: 2010-08-09 15:58:48
August 09 2010 15:57 GMT
#16
On August 09 2010 22:24 Puosu wrote:
To be honest I am surprised it took so long for anyone to stand up and do this, it's been done in other games for forever but I guess we the SC players just have been spoiled by the ease of Battle.net 1.0 and in-game chat channels.

Everyone join in, lets make this work.

I'm with ya! Just joined in.
Thanks to everyone who was involved in this project to bring us this.
Let's See Who's Stronger, Your Tricks, Or My Skills.
AJMcSpiffy
Profile Blog Joined May 2010
United States1154 Posts
August 09 2010 18:11 GMT
#17
Very awesome idea. I can't play SC2 for a bit (construction is making me keep my regular computer disconnected) but I'll definitely use this once I can get back on. Again, great idea and good initiative.
If the quarter was in your right hand, that would've been micro
SilentCrono
Profile Blog Joined March 2010
United States1420 Posts
August 09 2010 18:14 GMT
#18
yes! this is so useful! it's better than #findscrim on gamesurge :D
♞ Your soul will forever be lost in the void of a horse. ♞
Saracen
Profile Blog Joined December 2007
United States5139 Posts
August 09 2010 18:23 GMT
#19
I'm really digging the banner
birdkicker
Profile Blog Joined August 2010
United States752 Posts
August 09 2010 18:29 GMT
#20
Tried it and some fag started flaming me for being a platinum player. Wasn't this sole purpose of this chatroom to find players to have fun games with? Except I get flamed for being a platinum player.
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