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Interview with  July
(repost from the LR thread per request  )
http://www.fomos.kr/board/board.php?mode=read&keyno=86329&db=interview
Since this is my first day off in like 5 months of 18 hour days I guess I'll share some of the joy and translate this for you..
-It took you 7 seasons to return to the semifinals..
It feels great. I feel sorry for  Rock because his mother was here today. I'm sure he's disappointed he couldn't win for her.
-It's also your first semifinal since your transfer to STX..
I was looking forward to these games because I've been preparing really hard, and the coaching staff has been working hard to bring me back to shape. I think coming to STX was a great choice. I've been practicing more and, unlike some of my previous teams, the schedules are nicely planned giving me some extra free time while also working hard, which suits my style.
-How does it feel to play outdoors again after such a long time?
I'm proud that I'll be able to show case my games in front of such a large audience and also motivated to do better. I'm really happy that so many people will be able to watch my games.
-You've heard talk about how you were playing poorly even though you were still making it into the Starleague.
At that time I never thought I was playing poorly, but now that I look back I think I was. If I played well I would've made it past the round of 16, but since I couldn't I guess I was playing rather poorly. I was being a bit foolish, but since I've come to realize how I bad my game play was, I want to play well in my remaining games and get the Golden Mouse.
-Who would you like to play in the semifinals? (I guess this was before the other games were played)
I already know that I will be playing against a protoss so I'm fairly confident. I've practiced a lot with BackHo, so I would personally like to play against JangBi. I've heard that he's been wanting to play against me, so I want to make him regret ever saying that.
-You have the best shot of getting the second Golden Mouse
The fact that it would be the first Golden Mouse for a zerg player, and that it took 2 years and 4 months for this opportunity makes this even more special. My only thought is that I must win this season.
-Do you feel that you are back to your championship form?
I've only played a few games so I think it's a little early to decide. But I'll realize that I'm back in form once I've played more games.
-Any last words?
I'd like to thank my two coaches for coming along with me today (SoO, 조규백). I'd also like to congratulate by.hero on his birthday today. My schedule isn't set yet, but I'd like to finish my preparations for tomorrows games [proleageu vs SKT1]
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Aotearoa39261 Posts
Awesome work <3
Much appreciated!
i love interviews!!
(mani does too)
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Hong Kong20321 Posts
OMGGGGGGGGG GOGO TUSHIN FOR GOLDEN FU'IN MOUSE!!
thanks for interview! :D
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Since I play protoss and I really like Best I guess I'll translate his article too.. wow I'm on a roll!
http://www.fomos.kr/board/board.php?mode=read&keyno=86327&db=interview&cate=001&page=1&field=&kwrd=
- A pretty convincing 2-0 win
It felt like an easy win because my opponent made a mistake. It feels good to advance 2-0 and I'm also happy because it feels like I have more time to prepare for my next match.
- Catching that shuttle made for an easy win.
I encountered similar stalemate type situations during practice, which basically lead to long matches. We both used safe builds that made it difficult overpower the other early, but destroying the shuttle led to an easy victory.
-Your opponent was Much who is usually strong strategically. How did you prepare?
The build I used today was a safe one that allows me to defend against whatever my opponent would use against me. The match played out the way it did because he decided to use the exact same build.
-Did you have any trouble practicing with all the other events that you take part in?
Coach told me to focus pretty much on my individual leagues, so that's what I did. Since I've won today I need to focus on tomorrow's matchup. I'll practice tonight in Daegu (where the OSL was held) and move to Guangju (where the SKT1 vs STX match will take place) tomorrow. I'll be tired physicially but the fact that I'm playing many games is a good thing, and I'm pretty confident considering I have a PvP matchup tomorrow.
-You must be pretty focused considering this is your first OSL semifinal
Coach told me to not let this opportunity slip by. I'm going to play like this will be the last tournament I'll ever play in and make sure I don't regret it.
-Your opponent is Luxury who just beat  Flash.
Luxury is already a two time semifinalist, so I feel I have nothing to lose against him. He's a really good zerg player and the maps aren't quite suited for protoss but I think I can over come the odds with enough practice. I think I'll be able to prove my potential with this coming match.
-What are your goals for this season?
I'd like to shed the image that I am weak against zergs by winning in the next match and moving on to the finals. I'll think about winning the finals after that.
-Any last words?
I'd like to thank fans for coming down to Guangju to support me and I think I've repaid my fans by winning here today. I'll do my best in the future to make sure nobody regrets supporting me.
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Wow thank you silentreality! Those are both really interesting interviews, actually... I like both players more now. July in particular seems really considerate.
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What the hell I figure I'll do rest too... this is Luxury.
- A clean 2-0 sweep to get into the semi-finals.
I thought the audience might get tired if I played a long game (laugh). It feels great to win 2-0.
- It was a pretty dominating performance.
It feels good to have had all the practice pay off. I'm glad all the hard work resulted in a semi-final appearance.
-How did you prepare?
Flash is great at creating chaotic matches, so I tried to experience non-standard plays.
-This was your first tour outside Seoul, were you nervous?
I was nervous when we had our pregame interviews, but once I stepped into the booth it felt like I was playing back in Yongsan. I was comfortable playing the match.
-Was there some added pressure considering your opponent was a previous OSL winner?
Sure there was.. but as time went by I figured that beating him in the quarterfinals would make my next matches that much easier. Winning like this gave me a new boost of confidence and I feel like I can win the whole thing.
-Are you confident in next match up?
I was really nervous and didn't really know how to prepare for my last semifinal appearance. This time around I think my experience will keep me from being too nervous. The maps favor zerg so I think I have a good chance.
-Do you have a particular opponent you'd like to face in the semis?
Not really. If I really had to choose though, it would be Much. We're pretty close and I'd like for him to beat Best and move up to the semifinals.
-People are saying that your ZvT has improved
I've heard that my defiler Control needed improvement, but with practice I've become pretty confident. I think that will definitely impact my ZvT.
-What are you goals for this season?
To be honest I don't think I at the level yet where I can win the whole thing. When I counted my chickens before they hatched I've always had bad results... so for now my goal is to advance to the next round.
-Any last words?
Coach said that I'll probably be tired if I left for Daegu on the day of the match, so I got in yesterday. I'd like to thank my coaches for all their help, and Shine for coming down with me to help me practice. I'd also like to thank all the Terrans back home who helped me prepare.
--- phew the lack of sleep is slowly catching up to me, I'll translate the last one tomorrow when I have time.. if someone hasn't done it already ^^
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Aotearoa39261 Posts
:O! fucking sickkkkk
nice work <3<3
btw, quote of the day - the reason why Best will win this OSL
-You must be pretty focused considering this is your first OSL semifinal
Coach told me to not let this opportunity slip by. I'm going to play like this will be the last tournament I'll ever play in and make sure I don't regret it.
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Mucha gracias silentreality <3 you're the man of the hour 
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Thanks a lot silentreality <3
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wow its been so long since we've had interviews
thanks!
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luxury better produce fucking epic games vs best since he deprived us of flash vs best
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Thank you very much, silentreality   .
And since Flash is out ( ) I can only hope for July vs BesT at the final - it would be awesome whoever wins this  .
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OP wins the interview, thank you.
I have no idea that was out of Seoul, unless thats the same stadium for Ro8 for some time.
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On June 21 2008 01:06 IdrA wrote:
luxury better produce fucking epic games vs best since he deprived us of flash vs best
Given how he played against Stork in the last OSL, I wouldn't count on it. He just looked god awful.
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On June 21 2008 00:26 silentreality wrote:-How did you prepare? Flash is great at creating chaotic matches, so I tried to experience non-standard plays.
Interesting.
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fuck you flash
you suck
die
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MY LIQUIDBET.
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Germany / USA16648 Posts
GO BEST <3
thanks for the translation
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EPT
