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$11,000 GIGABYTE ESPORTS LAN Invitational in SoCal

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thegesl
Profile Joined April 2012
United States65 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-06-19 07:22:23
April 25 2012 06:33 GMT
#1
On behalf of the GESL staff, thank you to everyone who tuned in and came to the event. We love all of you.
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StarCraft ◘ Brackets ◘ Group ◘ Stream A ◘ Stream B ◘
League of Legends ◘ Brackets ◘ Group ◘ Stream ◘


Concurrent Events ◘ $10,000 LoL Invitational ◘ LANFest SoCal Charity BYOC ◘ MadCatz Arena ◘ CPU Case Mod ◘
◘ Prize Pool ◘ Casters ◘ Players ◘ Format ◘ Schedule ◘ Streams ◘ Spectating ◘ Venue ◘ Sponsors ◘ Pre-Party ◘

On June 15-17th at Cal Poly Pomona, 24 StarCraft 2 players will compete for $11,000 in the first ever

http://wiki.teamliquid.net/starcraft2/GIGABYTE_ESPORTS_LAN_Invitational
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The MOBA scene has recently exploded within the esports world, and the game leading the pack is Riot's League of Legends. Known for its fast paced gameplay and teamwork oriented battles, League is sure to be a crowd favorite. Sporting eight of the world’s best teams, the GESL is guaranteed to have some amazing matches. Arranged into groups for pool play and then seeded into a single elimination bracket, teams will have to be on the top of their game throughout the event to take the top spot. In addition to the teams, there will also be casters on-site to capture every play and decision for the audience.

Spectators who are lucky enough to make it in person will have the chance to mingle with the pros, get autographs, and take pictures. Those of you viewing the stream will be pleased to know we have thought of you as well. Games will be casted in crystal clear HD, all for free. All you need to do is relax, grab a drink and some snacks, and enjoy the matches from the comfort of your home. Whether you're a veteran player or just getting into the game, we're sure to have something you'll like.
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There really is no need to introduce a game like StarCraft 2. The rightful heir to the RTS empire is here, no esports event is complete without it. We've managed to grab 24 of the best players in the scene and are putting their skills to the test. GESL will feature a hybrid format with group play leading to a single elimination bracket that ensures each game is intense and meaningful.

There is also a little twist for the players; they won't know which group they're in till the day of. That’s right, for the first time, outside of the GSL, there will be live group drawings on stage.

Aside from great games you can also expect plenty of time with the pros for meet-and-greet, pictures, and signings; bringing you closer to the player is our goal. There will also be great casters throughout the event to make your viewing experience that much better as well as some very awesome personalities from the StarCraft community. If by chance you can't make it live don't fret, the event will be broadcast in HD 100% free so you can enjoy the matches no matter where you are. We would also like to announce that there will be in game player cams for each competitor, in addition to the caster stream. We're brining you the fix for all your StarCraft needs.

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StarCraft II and League of Legends pros battle live at Cal Poly Pomona for their share of a $21,000 prize pool in the Gigabyte eSports LAN. Taking place the weekend of June 15th-17th the competition will draw hundreds of fans to the live event and tens of thousands of additional spectators on the live HD Broadcast.

In this invitation-only event, 24 Starcraft II players and 8 League of Legends teams will battle throughout the weekend culminating Sunday to crown the Starcraft II champion and top League of Legends team.

The GIGABYTE eSports LAN will feature an array of groundbreaking improvements to enhance the spectating experience both in person and online. Among the enhancements will be live, onstage group drawings for Starcraft II and a live picking and banning room for League of Legends. A dedicated media room for interviews prior to and following matches will allow greater access to players and a higher level of interaction between the gaming pros and their fans.

GESL is brought to you by one of the world’s largest motherboard and video card manufacturers, GIGABYTE™, in conjunction with SoCal LANFest sponsored by Intel®.



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Champion $5000
2nd $2,500
3rd $1,000
4th $500
5-8th $250
9-16th $125

StarCraft 2 Prize Pool
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Masters of Ceremony
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SC2 Commentators

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Photo Credits
Carlton Beener, Zhang Jingna, Jon Tayag. Kevin Chang, Robbie Nakamura, Waytao Shing
CSN, Quantic Gaming, R1CH, salle, and TeamLiquid.net

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StarCraft Group Stage
  • Friday: Live-streamed player group drawing
  • Four groups of 6
  • Best of 3 (BO3) round-robin
  • Bottom two eliminated from each group

StarCraft Bracket Stage
  • Remaining 16 players seeded according to their group stage results
  • Single elimination
  • BO3 round-of-16 and quarter-finals
  • BO5 semi-finals
  • BO7 grand Finals
  • NO EXTENDED SERIES

Map Pool

GESL is set a week after MLG Spring Championship and 25 miles from the Anaheim Convention Center. To make sure players are allowed maximum practice efficiency between the two events, we will be using the MLG Map pool. As of Apr 24th 2012, they are:
  • MLG Antiga Shipyard
  • MLG Shakuras Plateau
  • MLG Daybreak
  • MLG ESV ClouD Kingdom
  • MLG Tal'Darim Altar
  • MLG Metropolis
  • MLG Entombed Valley
If MLG changes its map pool, the GESL map pool will be updated accordingly.

Rules

GESL uses StarCraft 2 Competition & Conduction Rules by SoCal Esports.

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http://twitch.tv/TheGESL
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Going to be in the area for MLG Anaheim? Why not stick around for an extra week and check out the GESL?

Spectator pass is $15. To receive a free GESL event shirt, additional raffle entries, and additional bonuses, registering online!
Whether you’re there to watch professional gamers duke it out or to hang out with eSports friends, the GESL will be a great time. We believe in providing spectators with a great experience and are doing everything we can to make it a fun filled weekend. We hope that you will come down to Cal Poly Pomona and join us for a weekend of esports epicness, SoCal style!

Planned Fan Activities
  • Player meet and greets
  • Question and answer panels
  • Friday live group drawing
  • Saturday and Sunday pre-show
  • Raffles and contests
  • Over $25,000 in product giveaways by GIGABYTE and our other sponsors, including 3 full system giveaway
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Parking


Our venue is the Bronco Student Center (Building 35) in CalPoly Pomona. Parking is available in the Parking Structure. Parking is free for Friday, $3 for Saturday/Sunday. Daily permits are purchaseable at the parking hut right outside the structure or at one of hthe yellow parking boxes.

Airports
  • Ontario International Airport (22 minutes away)
  • John Wayne International Airport (35 minutes away)
  • Los Angeles International Airport (40 minutes away)
  • Burbank 'Bob Hope' Airport (40 minutes away)

Accommodation

Located adjecent to Cal Poly Pomona campus, the Kellogg West Hotel is less than five minute walking distance from the venue. The hotel cost for attendees of the event is $79.99 per night For more information, please visit: http://www.kelloggwest.org/.
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CAL Poly POMONA
Bronco Student Center
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3801 W. Temple Ave, Pomona, CA 91768

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GIGABYTE Esports LAN and Intel LanFest will be located in the Bronco Student Center - BLDG 35.

Parking


Our venue is the Bronco Student Center (Building 35) in CalPoly Pomona. Parking is available in the Parking Structure. Parking is free for Friday, $3 for Saturday/Sunday. Daily permits are purchaseable at the parking hut right outside the structure or at one of hthe yellow parking boxes.


Striking a balance between urban excitement and rural charm, Cal Poly Pomona is nestled in 1,438 rolling acres on the eastern edge of Los Angeles County. As one of only seven polytechnic universities nationwide, Cal Poly Pomona is known for its learn-by-doing philosophy. Cal Poly Pomona is located near the 10, 57, and 60 freeways.


Your action matters!

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The GESL reserves the right to make any changes without event notice.

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GIGABYTE ESPORTS LAN Invitational June 15-17 | thegesl.com | @theGESL
Primadog
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
United States4411 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-04-25 06:33:51
April 25 2012 06:33 GMT
#2
\o/ Finally we can talk about it
Thank God and gunrun.
Tyrantt
Profile Joined September 2011
United States40 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-04-25 06:35:57
April 25 2012 06:35 GMT
#3
oh snap.
Gwin
Profile Joined August 2010
United States52 Posts
April 25 2012 06:35 GMT
#4
On April 25 2012 15:33 Primadog wrote:
\o/ Finally we can talk about it

I know, right! This is going to be so awesome.
SC2 Caster "Gwin" Follow me on Twitter! @gwincraft
CableSCES
Profile Blog Joined September 2011
United States367 Posts
April 25 2012 06:35 GMT
#5
Bring it on Lone Star Clash...

Your move TeSPA.
Saving SoCal eSports one sponsor at a time: MSI, JINX, Tt eSPORTS, HyperX, Red Bull ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
opterown *
Profile Blog Joined August 2011
Australia54784 Posts
April 25 2012 06:36 GMT
#6
oooh not bad, impressive.
ModeratorRetired LR Bonjwa
TL+ Member
Venerac
Profile Joined December 2010
United States201 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-04-25 07:10:47
April 25 2012 06:41 GMT
#7
As a Cal Poly Pomona student, I can't wait!! ^-^

EDIT: lolwut, I didn't know we had a Hotel on campus xD
Proud listener of "Starcast: The Starcraft Podcast". SlayerS_BoxeR//White-Ra//djWHEAT <3<3
portland
Profile Blog Joined July 2011
United States27 Posts
April 25 2012 06:42 GMT
#8
I'll be there! Can't wait!
perp scerp
itsjustatank
Profile Blog Joined November 2010
Hong Kong9152 Posts
April 25 2012 06:42 GMT
#9
nice!
Photographer"nosotros estamos backamos" - setsuko
Machnificent
Profile Joined November 2010
United States147 Posts
April 25 2012 06:43 GMT
#10
Cal Poly Pomona wassupp girlllll
Bwiggly
Profile Blog Joined January 2011
United States246 Posts
April 25 2012 06:46 GMT
#11
CPP represent!

Also can't wait for this it's going to such a sick event! Anyone in SoCal has to go. End of discussion.
PaleRider09
Profile Blog Joined June 2011
United States70 Posts
April 25 2012 06:50 GMT
#12
Cal Poly Pomona all day errday!
"I see now that the circumstances of one's birth are irrelevant; it is what you do with the gift of life that determines who you are." - Mewtwo
csa_andrew
Profile Joined July 2010
United States334 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-04-25 06:52:05
April 25 2012 06:51 GMT
#13
should be a sick event, me and viOLet will be joining you guys there!
RuMCaKe
Profile Blog Joined November 2010
United States559 Posts
April 25 2012 06:54 GMT
#14
Can't wait.
twitter.com/RuMCaKeS
Bagration
Profile Blog Joined October 2011
United States18282 Posts
April 25 2012 06:55 GMT
#15
Great to see more of these types of tournaments, and showing the importance of growing SC2 on campuses.
Team Slayers, Axiom-Acer and Vile forever
MinistryofPain
Profile Joined April 2011
25 Posts
April 25 2012 06:55 GMT
#16
Looks pretty cool!
fireproofazn
Profile Blog Joined September 2010
United States231 Posts
April 25 2012 06:55 GMT
#17
OHHHH YEAAAAA. GONNA BE SOOO SICK. REPPIN CPP
Terran<Protoss<Zerg
Tachion
Profile Blog Joined May 2010
Canada8573 Posts
April 25 2012 06:59 GMT
#18
damn Violet is everywhere
i was driving down the road this november eve and spotted a hitchhiker walking down the street. i pulled over and saw that it was only a tree. i uprooted it and put it in my trunk. do trees like marshmallow peeps? cause that's all i have and will have.
GoSuSocrates
Profile Joined March 2011
206 Posts
April 25 2012 07:10 GMT
#19
GL Hwangsin~! Excited to see the initiation of another big lan
www.itsgosu.com | twitter.com/GoSuSocrates
RoyaL-TigeR
Profile Joined May 2010
59 Posts
April 25 2012 07:11 GMT
#20
CPP! Woot! Supporting this 100%!
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