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O’Gaming TV is pleased to announce its new tournament that should entertain every StarCraft II Fan : NationWars.
O’Gaming TV is a famous French Web TV composed by the most active casters in France and is also renowned to have produced Ironsquid I & II.
In this new kind “NationWars”, eight countries from Europe will battle online for a juicy prize pool of $6,000 on the 17th, 18th and 19th January 2014 and every StarCraft II Fan will see the best European players defending their national flags.
The invited countries are France, Sweden, Norway, Germany, Spain, Russia, Ukraine and Poland.
Friday, Jan 17 4:00pm GMT (GMT+00:00): Group A
Saturday, Jan 18 4:00pm GMT (GMT+00:00): Group B
Sunday, Jan 19 4:00pm GMT (GMT+00:00): Finals
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O’Gaming TV has chosen the best casters in each language to make the public thrill and enjoy the the tournament.
All the streams will be embed on http://nation-wars.ogaming.tv.
O'GamingTV with Pomf, Thud, Anoss, Makoz, FunKa and MoMaN
Sean Day[9] Plott, John "TotalBiscuit" Bain & Gregory "Idra" Fields
TaKeTV with Dennis "TaKe" Gehlen
sc2tv.ru with Yan "SubZerO" Pyatrin
EmScTV with Emil
HysteRya and Pr0gr4m3r 
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1st $3,000
2nd $1,500
3rd $900
4th $600
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The tournament will be held in two stages :
- Group stage: Dual Tournament format.
- Group stage is played in All kill format in a Best of 5.
- The 4 teams are split in a single bracket.
- The winners of these matches will face each other in the Winner’s match.
- The winner of the Winner’s match finishes first in the group and advances to Semi-finals
- The losers of the initial matches face each other in the Loser’s match.
- The loser of the Winner’s match and the winner of the Loser’s match will face each other in a fifth match.
- The winner of the fifth match gets second place in the group and advances to Semi-finals.
- Group stage is played in All kill format in a Best of 5.
- Playoffs : Single elimination playoffs.
- Semi Finals: All kill format in a Best of 5.
- Match for 3rd place: All kill format in a Best of 5.
- Finals: All kill format in a Best of 7.
- Semi Finals: All kill format in a Best of 5.
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Group A:
Spain, Russia, 
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Group B:
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Each Nation will offer a Five player list for the Starcraft2 community to vote and elect three amongst them. You get to vote for the best players of each selection, and give them a chance to stand for their country and colours! Votes will occur during the whole month of December, stay tuned for the beginning of the votes on Friday 6th of December.
Poland's squad : 
Diestar, 
MaNa and 
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DiestarDiestar is a Terran player currently playing for Millenium. From the beginning of Starcraft II, Diestar has always been one of the major Polish player, winning the ESL Pro Series Poland and participating to many international events.
Diestar's interview :
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Hello Diestar. NationWars has always been an important objective for Poland in several games. What does this tournament represent for you?
Hello everybody. I think NationWars will be a very interesting tournament, I think it will be the first tournament like this, where countries fight each other on Starcraft II. I really like it and I have waited for it for a long time !
What would you bring to the polish roster?
I would like to be a part of Polish squad because I am the best polish Terran and it should be T+Z+P in every nation. In this case, the choice about Terran in Poland is clear !
What team would be the worst opponent for Poland according to you?
The most difficult matches for Poland will be against Sweden and Germany because they have extremely strong players. I cannot wait this tournament and I hope I will be playing there.
Hello everybody. I think NationWars will be a very interesting tournament, I think it will be the first tournament like this, where countries fight each other on Starcraft II. I really like it and I have waited for it for a long time !
What would you bring to the polish roster?
I would like to be a part of Polish squad because I am the best polish Terran and it should be T+Z+P in every nation. In this case, the choice about Terran in Poland is clear !
What team would be the worst opponent for Poland according to you?
The most difficult matches for Poland will be against Sweden and Germany because they have extremely strong players. I cannot wait this tournament and I hope I will be playing there.
MaNaThe Polish from Mousesports is one of the most appreciated players, by both players and the community. In addition to being nice, the Protoss is a fierce player who already has an impressive list of achievements : winning Electronic Sports World Cup 2012 and 2012 DreamHack Open: Summer, getting the silver at Electronic Sports World Cup 2011, etc.
MaNa's interview :
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Hi MaNa, what do you expect from the Polish squad during this NationWars?
Since this is an all-kill format, I don't expect us to go less than top3. Sweden, Ukraine and Spain with Lucifron/VortiX might be the hardest threats for us. However, Poland has always been one of the best - if not the best - nation in nation leagues, so I hope we will not disappoint.
What team do you want to face in first round?
It doesn't matter, I would like to play against every single nation and win the match.
Among the group of 5 pre-selected players, do you know well each other and does a mutual aid exist?
I cannot say we know well each other. I have the most experience with Nerchio since we were many times at the same events. Also, there has never been a mutual aid due to Nerchio and me being opponents in tournaments very often.
Since this is an all-kill format, I don't expect us to go less than top3. Sweden, Ukraine and Spain with Lucifron/VortiX might be the hardest threats for us. However, Poland has always been one of the best - if not the best - nation in nation leagues, so I hope we will not disappoint.
What team do you want to face in first round?
It doesn't matter, I would like to play against every single nation and win the match.
Among the group of 5 pre-selected players, do you know well each other and does a mutual aid exist?
I cannot say we know well each other. I have the most experience with Nerchio since we were many times at the same events. Also, there has never been a mutual aid due to Nerchio and me being opponents in tournaments very often.
NerchioIn 2012, Nerchio won many international tournaments such as HomeStory Cup V and DreamHack Open: Bucharest 2012 and has become a famous player able to eliminate any player. The Acer player is considered as one of the best European players and his experience could be very useful for his country.
Nerchio's interview :
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Is Poland one of the favourite nation to win the tournament?
Yes, it is definitely one of the favourites to win but all the line ups will be really strong so I am not confident about our win.
What are the strengths of Poland?
Our strenght is having top tier players that participated around the world in international tournaments and also taking some trophies home so we are experienced.
What is the weakest country?
It's hard to call what is the weakest country because it will mostly depend on the match-ups and the skill on the day.
Yes, it is definitely one of the favourites to win but all the line ups will be really strong so I am not confident about our win.
What are the strengths of Poland?
Our strenght is having top tier players that participated around the world in international tournaments and also taking some trophies home so we are experienced.
What is the weakest country?
It's hard to call what is the weakest country because it will mostly depend on the match-ups and the skill on the day.
RomsonRomson is a scary online Protoss who is currently teamless in spite of a great humor. His tailored builds often carries him till the last rounds of many online competitions and let people think he has a huge potential to help Poland in NationWars.
Romson's interview :
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What does NationWars represent for you?
It represents the struggle of nations, the collective effort to show that your country is the best, even if only among the foreigners. It is our starcraft national league... our paraolympics.
What can you bring to the Polish roster?
Chips and soft drinks.
What team should win the NationWars according to you?
TEAM USA
It represents the struggle of nations, the collective effort to show that your country is the best, even if only among the foreigners. It is our starcraft national league... our paraolympics.
What can you bring to the Polish roster?
Chips and soft drinks.
What team should win the NationWars according to you?
TEAM USA
TefelTefel is one of the most active players on the European scene. In 2013, he has reached the WCS Premier League and stands as a reliable player with regular and good performances.
Tefel's interview :
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Hi Tefel, how important is this tournament for you?
Hello everybody, I really want to represent Poland because it is a huge honor. I remember the times when i represented Poland in Broodwar... It was great time for me and I want to live it again.
Why should people choose you?
I will do my best and won't let Poland lose.
Which country do you want to play at first round?
Our first opponent might be Germany because they are our neighbours.
Hello everybody, I really want to represent Poland because it is a huge honor. I remember the times when i represented Poland in Broodwar... It was great time for me and I want to live it again.
Why should people choose you?
I will do my best and won't let Poland lose.
Which country do you want to play at first round?
Our first opponent might be Germany because they are our neighbours.
Spain's squad : AlaStOr, Majestic and VortiX.+ Show Spoiler +
AlaStOrAlaStOr just joined the Russian team Vega after having travelled in the whole Europe. This Zerg player became known to have kept the first rank in the grandmaster league for several weeks and to have reached the third place in the WCS Spain 2012.
AlaStOr's interview :
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Hi AlaStOr, what do you think about the spanish level?
I think we have 2 very very strong players, VortiX and LucifroN. Then, we have some players like Majestic, ToxiC and me at high level, but not as VortiX or LucifroN. I think the Spanish scene needs more good players to keep improving.
How would you qualify your way of playing?
I would say my style is complete. I know how to make many cheeses but I also can play well a macro game.
What country is the weakest one according to you?
The weakest country for me may be Norway. After Targa and Snute, I think they do not have any good players and even this 2 players can be defeated.
I think we have 2 very very strong players, VortiX and LucifroN. Then, we have some players like Majestic, ToxiC and me at high level, but not as VortiX or LucifroN. I think the Spanish scene needs more good players to keep improving.
How would you qualify your way of playing?
I would say my style is complete. I know how to make many cheeses but I also can play well a macro game.
What country is the weakest one according to you?
The weakest country for me may be Norway. After Targa and Snute, I think they do not have any good players and even this 2 players can be defeated.
LucifroNAs one of the best Terrans out of Korea, LucifroN is the eldest of the brotherhood Moreno Durán. The Spanish has been a legend on Warcraft III and keeps winning on StarCraft II thanks to his spectacular style. We all remember the legendary third place he took at WCS Europe 2012 and his experience will be a huge asset for Spain to claim the victory in NationWars.
LucifroN's interview :
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Hi Lucifron, what are your expectations for Spain?
I think we are able to win the whole thing but it will depend a lot on who we face on the groupstage.
What can you say about the motivation of Spain for NationWars?
We are looking forward to the tournament as this is the first time we recall a NationWars since StarCraft II release.
What is the scariest team?
Since there are only 3 players per nation, the strongest ones are those who have 2/3 very strong players. Keeping this in mind I think Poland, Germany and Sweden (depending on who plays for them) should be the hardest ones, but I don-t think the difference with us is huge so afraid would be an overstatement.
I think we are able to win the whole thing but it will depend a lot on who we face on the groupstage.
What can you say about the motivation of Spain for NationWars?
We are looking forward to the tournament as this is the first time we recall a NationWars since StarCraft II release.
What is the scariest team?
Since there are only 3 players per nation, the strongest ones are those who have 2/3 very strong players. Keeping this in mind I think Poland, Germany and Sweden (depending on who plays for them) should be the hardest ones, but I don-t think the difference with us is huge so afraid would be an overstatement.
MajesticMajestic is a rising Protoss player. At the age of 16, he has skyrocketed in ladder for the last months to become one of the Spanish hopes thanks to a very aggressive style.
Majestic's interview :
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Hi Majestic, why should people vote for you?
Because I am the youngest in the squad and I am training hard. This oportunity could be really good for me to show my skill to Europe.
How important is your participation in NationWars?
It is really important for me because I think it is the first time I have had the opportunity to show my style and my level to the whole Europe. Moreover, I would like to fight with my mates as Spain National Team.
What team is the favourite country to win NationWars?
I think Spain is the favourite country because we get two of the best players in the world: Lucifron and Vortix. So, I do think Spain is the favourite team.
Because I am the youngest in the squad and I am training hard. This oportunity could be really good for me to show my skill to Europe.
How important is your participation in NationWars?
It is really important for me because I think it is the first time I have had the opportunity to show my style and my level to the whole Europe. Moreover, I would like to fight with my mates as Spain National Team.
What team is the favourite country to win NationWars?
I think Spain is the favourite country because we get two of the best players in the world: Lucifron and Vortix. So, I do think Spain is the favourite team.
ToXiCToXiC who currently plays for Karnage started playing Starcraft 2 during the beta and quickly developed into one of the best Protoss players in Spain. He has proven his value with a number of top finishes in both online and offline tournaments like EPS or LVP. Known for his creative builds , his style could be a perfect add to the Spanish team.
ToXiC's interview :
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Hi ToXiC, can you explain us why you are in this list of the five best Spanish player?
Hello everybody, I think the main reason is lately I have been making some good results in team leagues with my team and in some Spanish's cups. I am also trainning hard every day to improve my skills and my spanish mates have seen it. In my opinion , I can help a lot this team.
What would you add to the Spanish roster?
Given Lucifron and Vortix will be likely to be in the Spanish roster,we only need a protoss like me ! Spain has two great players, one zerg and one terran. I would like to see a protoss showing up in the next months.
What is your opinion about NationWars?
I actually miss nation wars. At the beggining of WoL, we played a lot of great NationWars, as we did in Broodwar. Then suddenly no one wanted to play more NW and the Spanish team was forgotten. Now with this great Tournament I think NW will be back, so we can enjoy them again. I have high expectations on NationWars and I will do my best for my country. Playing NationWars is the best way to represent your country, which must be a honor to any player.
Hello everybody, I think the main reason is lately I have been making some good results in team leagues with my team and in some Spanish's cups. I am also trainning hard every day to improve my skills and my spanish mates have seen it. In my opinion , I can help a lot this team.
What would you add to the Spanish roster?
Given Lucifron and Vortix will be likely to be in the Spanish roster,we only need a protoss like me ! Spain has two great players, one zerg and one terran. I would like to see a protoss showing up in the next months.
What is your opinion about NationWars?
I actually miss nation wars. At the beggining of WoL, we played a lot of great NationWars, as we did in Broodwar. Then suddenly no one wanted to play more NW and the Spanish team was forgotten. Now with this great Tournament I think NW will be back, so we can enjoy them again. I have high expectations on NationWars and I will do my best for my country. Playing NationWars is the best way to represent your country, which must be a honor to any player.
VortiXVortix steadily improved on StarCraft II before his reputation rose dramatically as he reached the semi-finals at IEM Season VII - Cologne. Then, he took the second place in WCS Europe 2012 and became one of the most dreaded Zerg in the world. He was recently a threat for any player as a semi-finalist of WCS Europe Season 3 and he could be the silver bullet of the Spanish roster in NationWars.
VortiX's interview :
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Hi Vortix, is Spain in a good shape to win the tournament?
We recently showed good performances and I think Spain is definitely one of the favourites for winning the tourmament.
What are the strengths of Spain?
LucifroN and I have a lot of experience competing in high level tournaments and the other three Spanish players are very talented and capable of winning anyone.
Among the group of 5 pre-selected players, do you know well other Spanish players and does a mutual help exist?
The Spanish community is very small, but also very united, so we all know each other very well and we help each other with what we can.
We recently showed good performances and I think Spain is definitely one of the favourites for winning the tourmament.
What are the strengths of Spain?
LucifroN and I have a lot of experience competing in high level tournaments and the other three Spanish players are very talented and capable of winning anyone.
Among the group of 5 pre-selected players, do you know well other Spanish players and does a mutual help exist?
The Spanish community is very small, but also very united, so we all know each other very well and we help each other with what we can.
Ukraine's squad : Bly, DIMAGA and Kas+ Show Spoiler +
BlyKnown for his numerous and tailored cheeses, Bly is one of the strongest Zerg in Europe. Playing for team Acer, his style became very famous and it would be exciting to watch how he can deal with his reputation to surprise his opponents.
Bly's interview :
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Hi Bly, what do you think about the Ukraine National Team?
I think we have a pretty strong line-up at the moment. We have a good opportunity in this NationWars.
What can you say to the community to make them vote Bly ?
If u want to see some cheeses, vote BLY !
Do you think Ukraine is of the favourite?
Of course, because I am in Ukraine !
I think we have a pretty strong line-up at the moment. We have a good opportunity in this NationWars.
What can you say to the community to make them vote Bly ?
If u want to see some cheeses, vote BLY !
Do you think Ukraine is of the favourite?
Of course, because I am in Ukraine !
Ukraine
DimagaThe adjective that would be the best to qualify Dimaga’s performance would be astonishing. The Roccat player who reached the semi-finals of 2013 WCS Season 1 Europe is also one of the most sympathetic player in Europe and that’s why he is likely to be one of the foundation of the Ukraine National Team.
Dimaga's interview :
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In the Ukrainian squad, each player has a different team. Can it be a weakness not to know the other players of the squad very well?
Team does not matter because we all know each other for a long time and we meet a lot in Ladder so I do not think there will be any problem about that.
If you had to pick a country, which one would you choose?
We think we can win anybody. Moreover, if we want to win the tournament, we have to win against each team.
Is Ukraine able to win NationWars?
I think we can do it because we have very strong players.
Team does not matter because we all know each other for a long time and we meet a lot in Ladder so I do not think there will be any problem about that.
If you had to pick a country, which one would you choose?
We think we can win anybody. Moreover, if we want to win the tournament, we have to win against each team.
Is Ukraine able to win NationWars?
I think we can do it because we have very strong players.
HappyZerGHappyZerG won several online titles like some ESET Masters Cups and is now ready to show everyone how much he can be impressive. HappyZerG is a solid Zerg able to win any European player. Even if he is not as experienced as other Ukrainian players, he is really able to help his country to win.
HappyZerG's interview :
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According to you, should we bet on Ukraine's victory?
Ukraine's players have always been very strong, so there is definitely a chance that we can win.
What would you add to the Ukraine national team?
I am very unlikely to be picked as other Ukrainian players are much more experienced, but I will do my best to win my matches!
Who is the scariest player in NationWars accordons to you?
It's very hard to choose the scariest player, as all the nations are represented by their best players, everyone is very good!
Ukraine's players have always been very strong, so there is definitely a chance that we can win.
What would you add to the Ukraine national team?
I am very unlikely to be picked as other Ukrainian players are much more experienced, but I will do my best to win my matches!
Who is the scariest player in NationWars accordons to you?
It's very hard to choose the scariest player, as all the nations are represented by their best players, everyone is very good!
KasThe different 2013 WCS campaigns were not convincing enough to say Kas is back in shape but the Ukrainian Terran is still one of the best value in Europe and is likely to perform in NationWars thanks to his insane macro.
Kas's interview :
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Last week, your neighbour Poland claimed they are favourite in NationWars. What do you expect from the Polish squad during this NationWars?
Poland is composed by a lot of bad-mannered persons. Every player from the Polish team rage too much except MaNa, who does not look like Polish.
Among the group of 5 pre-selected players, do you know well each other and does a mutual aid exist?
Our country was always doing good in Starcraft, so we travel alot on lan-tournaments together and know eachother pretty well, but we all frorm difference citys , so can see eachother only at tournaments.
Is there any rivalry with another country in NationWars?
I want to meet Sweden and I hope to have a match versus Naniwa. He is such a shitty person, he does not respect no one and I want to punish him for that!
Poland is composed by a lot of bad-mannered persons. Every player from the Polish team rage too much except MaNa, who does not look like Polish.
Among the group of 5 pre-selected players, do you know well each other and does a mutual aid exist?
Our country was always doing good in Starcraft, so we travel alot on lan-tournaments together and know eachother pretty well, but we all frorm difference citys , so can see eachother only at tournaments.
Is there any rivalry with another country in NationWars?
I want to meet Sweden and I hope to have a match versus Naniwa. He is such a shitty person, he does not respect no one and I want to punish him for that!
StrelokStrelok is an amazing mecha Terran player. Thanks to his style, he makes a lot of troubles with the whole Europe and could be the key to enable Ukraine to enter in the Hall Of Fame of NationWars.
Strelok's interview :
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Is Ukraine one of the favourite nation to win the tournament?
I cannot say Ukraine is the favourite when we talk about names, but we always gave 100% in all kind of sports and won the leagues just cause of teamspirit.
What does NationWars represent for you?
I always liked NationWars and they always meant a lot for me!
What team would be the worst opponent for Ukraine according to you??
I really do not care about our opponents, I just want to show my best!
I cannot say Ukraine is the favourite when we talk about names, but we always gave 100% in all kind of sports and won the leagues just cause of teamspirit.
What does NationWars represent for you?
I always liked NationWars and they always meant a lot for me!
What team would be the worst opponent for Ukraine according to you??
I really do not care about our opponents, I just want to show my best!
Germany's squad: HeRoMaRinE, Socke and TLO+ Show Spoiler +
HeRoMaRinE :HeRoMaRinE is only a sixteen year old Terran and is considered as a hot prospect. This boy is able to show impressive things and has shown all his skills by winning the EPS Germany 2013 in November.
HeRoMaRinE’s interview :
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Hi HeRoMaRinE, can you explain why people should vote for you?
I don't really care if you vote for me. You should rather vote the players which are the best german representative for you. Surely I am glad for each vote I can get
What would playing for the National team represent for you?
Of course there only 3 player a country. So it probably would be some pressure since germany wants to win but I would do my best and try to take a lot of wins.
What country do you want to play first?
If I had to choose one team I would pick Norway because they have only good zergs and I like zerg.
I don't really care if you vote for me. You should rather vote the players which are the best german representative for you. Surely I am glad for each vote I can get
What would playing for the National team represent for you?
Of course there only 3 player a country. So it probably would be some pressure since germany wants to win but I would do my best and try to take a lot of wins.
What country do you want to play first?
If I had to choose one team I would pick Norway because they have only good zergs and I like zerg.
Krass :Krass is one of the most underrated Terran in Europe. After reaching the Premier League of WCS Europe, he carried his team NewRoSoft in many team leagues thanks to his spectacular and dynamic style.
Krass’s interview :
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Hi Krass, can you tell us more about your style?
Hello, my style is really heavy based on mutlitasking and dropping, lately I have tried to combine it with a solid lategame transition.
What are you able to bring to German National Team?
I think I can surprise most of my opponents with interesting and different strategies.
What is the best nation in NationWars?
As for the best nation: I'm not quite up to date, but Ukraine, Russia, Sweden are probably the strongest.
Hello, my style is really heavy based on mutlitasking and dropping, lately I have tried to combine it with a solid lategame transition.
What are you able to bring to German National Team?
I think I can surprise most of my opponents with interesting and different strategies.
What is the best nation in NationWars?
As for the best nation: I'm not quite up to date, but Ukraine, Russia, Sweden are probably the strongest.
Socke :Socke is a historical member of Germany National Team. He has an international experience which can transcend Germany and he has always been one of the major German player, winning three ESL Pro Series Germany in his career and reaching semi-finals of IEM Katowice, Cologne and 2010 MLG Raleigh.
Socke’s interview :
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Is Germany one of the favourite nation to win NationWars?
I think Germany has good chances in NationWars and it would be even better if there were more players/lifes allowed.
Who will be the MVP of NationWars?
It may be Naniwa or VortiX, because the latter has to carry his country to win the tournament.
What would be the best German team according to you?
Socke, HeRoMaRinE, TLO to have all races.
I think Germany has good chances in NationWars and it would be even better if there were more players/lifes allowed.
Who will be the MVP of NationWars?
It may be Naniwa or VortiX, because the latter has to carry his country to win the tournament.
What would be the best German team according to you?
Socke, HeRoMaRinE, TLO to have all races.
ShowTime :The Protoss Showtime is also very underrated. After having eliminated MVP from WCS Europe, the Protoss is steadily in the top 10 of Grand Master League on a barcode account and could be the revelation of NationWars.
ShowTime’s interview :
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Hi Showtime, you are one of the best Protoss in Europe and yet, you are not very famous. How can you explain this discrepancy?
Honestly, I don't play the game to become famous, therefore I don't really care about it too much. I just focus on improving and to get as good as I can possible be. I didn't get the chance to prove myself in a lot of offline tournaments so far, so I guess that might be one of the reasons.
What would you bring to the German roster?
I play Protoss, that should be enough, right?
What is the best country according to you in NationWars?
Considering it is an allkill format, a single top player can make a big difference, so it's not that easy to say, but I would probably go with Sweden. They can be appalling.
Honestly, I don't play the game to become famous, therefore I don't really care about it too much. I just focus on improving and to get as good as I can possible be. I didn't get the chance to prove myself in a lot of offline tournaments so far, so I guess that might be one of the reasons.
What would you bring to the German roster?
I play Protoss, that should be enough, right?
What is the best country according to you in NationWars?
Considering it is an allkill format, a single top player can make a big difference, so it's not that easy to say, but I would probably go with Sweden. They can be appalling.
TLO :TLO is a Zerg player who impressed a lot at the beginning of 2013. Thanks to his very tailored and creative build orders mainly based on roaches against Terrans, he managed to reach the top 5 of WCS Europe and made the whole Europe dream.
TLO’s interview :
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What do you think about the German scene?
The German scene is doing a lot of their own things, which is great for the local scene. But I wish more players would be stronger involved in the international scene. Especially in Starcraft2 I think it's so great that we have a very global scene
How are the relationships between the NationWars-participating players?
I'm closest with Krass in the team, he's super friendly and a great guy. Always up to practicing! It's nice seeing HeRoMaRinE, I don't interact much with him but always great to see young players coming up in your scene.
Socke has been around for so long so it wouldn't be the same without him in the team.
I am the happiest about Showtime, he's really underrated and I wish he would stop playing with a barcode in ladder because he's constantly top10 gm but nobody knows!
What is the weakest country according to you?
I think Russia is going to have a hard time, happy is very strong, their 2nd strongest player would be Titan, but after that it's not looking that great. (sorry Russia!)
The German scene is doing a lot of their own things, which is great for the local scene. But I wish more players would be stronger involved in the international scene. Especially in Starcraft2 I think it's so great that we have a very global scene
How are the relationships between the NationWars-participating players?
I'm closest with Krass in the team, he's super friendly and a great guy. Always up to practicing! It's nice seeing HeRoMaRinE, I don't interact much with him but always great to see young players coming up in your scene.
Socke has been around for so long so it wouldn't be the same without him in the team.
I am the happiest about Showtime, he's really underrated and I wish he would stop playing with a barcode in ladder because he's constantly top10 gm but nobody knows!
What is the weakest country according to you?
I think Russia is going to have a hard time, happy is very strong, their 2nd strongest player would be Titan, but after that it's not looking that great. (sorry Russia!)
Sweden's squad : Bischu, MorroW and Zanster, .+ Show Spoiler +
NaniwaNaniwa is the most famous and the best Swedish player. Known to be the foreigner able to beat Koreans, his gaming style based on a sick macro and tailored build orders is astonishing.
Naniwa's interview :
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RunARunA is not the most famous player from Sweden. Playing for Property team, he is yet one of the best Protoss and is able to eliminate any player thanks to his astonishingly tailored build orders. Last year, he competed with toplevel Swedish in Swedish tournaments, he was not a hard pick to complete the roster
RunA's interview :
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Hi RunA, what would you add to the Swedish roster if people vote for you?
You guys should know my accomplishment and therefore know I am the best, so I would win a great deal and also I think I am pretty good at boosting my teammates courage.
How would describe your style?
Full autopilot into win is how i usually play.
What would be the worst opponent for the first round according to you?
Norway, you dont wanna be worse than your neighbours and getting a first round with so much pressure would be tough, also their line-up is pretty tight.
You guys should know my accomplishment and therefore know I am the best, so I would win a great deal and also I think I am pretty good at boosting my teammates courage.
How would describe your style?
Full autopilot into win is how i usually play.
What would be the worst opponent for the first round according to you?
Norway, you dont wanna be worse than your neighbours and getting a first round with so much pressure would be tough, also their line-up is pretty tight.
BischuSince Broodwar, Bischu has always performed very well in Nations Wars. He really loves it and this tournament acts as a big motivation for him to reach his best level. He just reached the second place at Svenska E-sportcupen 2013: Göteborg Grand Finals and will be a reliable player for Sweden.
Bischu's interview :
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Hi Bischu, can you explain why people should vote for you?
They should vote for me because allkill format is the hometurf for bischubuilds.
What would playing for the National team represent for you?
I've always enjoyed participating in Nation Wars and it's an honor, so I will make sure to prepare thoroughly.
Who will be the MVP of NationWars?
MVP of NationWars will be a swedish player, most likley Naniwa.
They should vote for me because allkill format is the hometurf for bischubuilds.
What would playing for the National team represent for you?
I've always enjoyed participating in Nation Wars and it's an honor, so I will make sure to prepare thoroughly.
Who will be the MVP of NationWars?
MVP of NationWars will be a swedish player, most likley Naniwa.
MorroWThorzain is not available because of his studies and Sjow just switched to Protoss. MorroW is the best Terran in Sweden at the moment and performed well in several Swedish tournaments thanks to his new mech style.
MorroW's interview :
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Morrow was not available for an interview.
ZansterZanster showed recently an amazing level in online tournaments. The Fnatic player is one of the hot prospect in Europe and performed a lot in online cups in the late 2013 like in several Swedish tournaments. Being the best Swedish Zerg should not be enough for this 16 year old player and he obviously wants to show to Europe how sick he can be.
Zanster's interview :
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HappyHappy is a true winning machine. He is often in the very first player on ladder and reached the last grid in WCS Europe 2013 thanks to incredible runs. His micro from Warcraft III is really sick and Russia has a wonderful asset with Happy to win NationWars
Happy's interview :
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What do you think about the Russian scene?
Russian scene is really stagnant for a long time already, no new players coming up onto the top of best players pool from Russia, few local tournaments appear, but they have really small attention (also small prize, not the best organization, etc), and there's no plans if they will be done more frequently. In short sentence - the situation in Russian scene is bad.
What would playing for the National team represent for you?
Actually I did not wanted to take part because I do not like team-based tournaments at all. Considering that there are not many possible tournaments for me in January, my manager thought it would be good idea to play there, so, after some time, I agreed.
What is the weakest country according to you?
I think it would be really low mannered to talk in this way, so, I would not comment here.
Russian scene is really stagnant for a long time already, no new players coming up onto the top of best players pool from Russia, few local tournaments appear, but they have really small attention (also small prize, not the best organization, etc), and there's no plans if they will be done more frequently. In short sentence - the situation in Russian scene is bad.
What would playing for the National team represent for you?
Actually I did not wanted to take part because I do not like team-based tournaments at all. Considering that there are not many possible tournaments for me in January, my manager thought it would be good idea to play there, so, after some time, I agreed.
What is the weakest country according to you?
I think it would be really low mannered to talk in this way, so, I would not comment here.
LivezergLivezerg is one of the old veteran from Russia and is famous for his very high APM. He has performed well in several tournaments on Starcraft II and his experience would help Russia to face the other countries.
LZ's interview :
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What would you bring to the Russian roster?
One not that bad zerg player.
How are the relationships between the NationWars-participating players in Russia?
Titan and Slivko are my good friends. We are playing together, discussing strategies and just talking about the game and other things. I don't know a lot about Happy and Verdi, but i can say that they can play really well.
What is the best country according to you in NationWars?
What an easy question! Of course it's Russia!
One not that bad zerg player.
How are the relationships between the NationWars-participating players in Russia?
Titan and Slivko are my good friends. We are playing together, discussing strategies and just talking about the game and other things. I don't know a lot about Happy and Verdi, but i can say that they can play really well.
What is the best country according to you in NationWars?
What an easy question! Of course it's Russia!
sLivkosLivko favors a macro-heavy style that typically involves lots of droning and is also able to surprise his opponents with very powerful and cheesy build orders. Member of the Premier League WCS Europe, he did not manage big runs in 2013. After his semi-finals at the IEM Singapore in 2012, he was considered as one of the top European player and he now aims at a new target with the NationWars.
sLivko's interview :
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Why should people vote for you rather than the others?
Because I have the biggest biceps.
TLO thinks that Russia is the weakest country in NationWars. What do you think about it?
TLO is wrong: we can easily win Germany or any other country.
What is the best nation in NationWars according to you?
Russian is better than anyone and we will prove it.
Because I have the biggest biceps.
TLO thinks that Russia is the weakest country in NationWars. What do you think about it?
TLO is wrong: we can easily win Germany or any other country.
What is the best nation in NationWars according to you?
Russian is better than anyone and we will prove it.
TitanThe Russian has been one of the most consistent players since the release of StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm. He has a very good micro and is able to trade his units better than most European players to reach the victory. He shows in WCS 2013 that he is one of the best European players. He really could be the silver bullet of Russian squad.
Titan's interview :
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Can Russia win NationWars?
Sure.
What would be the best roster for Russia according to you?
ME happy livezerg
Who will be the MVP of NatioWars for you?
The player who most seriously prepare for this tournament
Sure.
What would be the best roster for Russia according to you?
ME happy livezerg
Who will be the MVP of NatioWars for you?
The player who most seriously prepare for this tournament
VerdiVerdi may not be the best players in Russia, his profile is very interesting too. Based on experience and intelligent gameplay, Verdi has a great experience of Europe thanks to his numerous travels in the different European teams and plays also in Premier League WCS Europe.
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Hi Verdi, what are your expectations for the Russian squad in NationWars?
As a lot players in Europe quite close about their skills, I think any team can show good results and win this tournament. For Russia its good opportunity starting to back old-glory times , when it was leader of EU RTS-scene . With on-line beast Happy in line-up , we would show what we reached since sc2-release.
Can you explain us why we should vote for you?
For Russian squad, it would not be any better choice than picking me as the voted player in this tournament. I feel responsible for team-leagues since Warcraft3, where I dominated with teams such as RAGE and nGt. In Starcraft2, I have always shown good map-scores at team-leagues since eSahara, where I played against Koreans. I was not as good as now at individual matches, but still had to win very best players. Than I had good runs as legionaire of team Karont3 (with Vortix and Lucifron). Now 2 years behind of serious trainings, and I backed in Big-team Vega Squadron. My results at individual leagues for last years means something, and experience in team-leagues pretty solid. Very last result include no-lose on EES Group stage, where we were faced against: Mouz , coL, aAa . So i think the experience and real desire to play in NationWars, the reasons why you should vote on me, and see the Russia at very deep run in this tournament.
What country do you want to face for the first round?
I would face against Spain in first round , i like to play against Durán's Brother's , as I count them the most skilled players in EU , to win means a big deal for me . I wish the best luck to all teams, and prepared to see big and interesting battles !
As a lot players in Europe quite close about their skills, I think any team can show good results and win this tournament. For Russia its good opportunity starting to back old-glory times , when it was leader of EU RTS-scene . With on-line beast Happy in line-up , we would show what we reached since sc2-release.
Can you explain us why we should vote for you?
For Russian squad, it would not be any better choice than picking me as the voted player in this tournament. I feel responsible for team-leagues since Warcraft3, where I dominated with teams such as RAGE and nGt. In Starcraft2, I have always shown good map-scores at team-leagues since eSahara, where I played against Koreans. I was not as good as now at individual matches, but still had to win very best players. Than I had good runs as legionaire of team Karont3 (with Vortix and Lucifron). Now 2 years behind of serious trainings, and I backed in Big-team Vega Squadron. My results at individual leagues for last years means something, and experience in team-leagues pretty solid. Very last result include no-lose on EES Group stage, where we were faced against: Mouz , coL, aAa . So i think the experience and real desire to play in NationWars, the reasons why you should vote on me, and see the Russia at very deep run in this tournament.
What country do you want to face for the first round?
I would face against Spain in first round , i like to play against Durán's Brother's , as I count them the most skilled players in EU , to win means a big deal for me . I wish the best luck to all teams, and prepared to see big and interesting battles !
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ChubzSince this summer, Chubz has skyrocketed. This Protoss trains very hard in the Alien Invasion gaming house, often shows good results online and became the third French player to win a Zotac Cup thanks to his style full of cheeses and surprises. He is in the French list thanks to a victory over MarineLorD in the last UnderDogs and is able to cheese any player in Europe.
Chubz's interview :
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Is France one of the favourite nation to win NationWars?
I do not think that France is one of the favourite nation to win since the Ukraine/Sweden line up is pretty scary nonetheless I still think that if ToD and Dayshi are in a good shape we have a shot to win.
Why should people vote for Chubz?
Since I do not have many chance to prove myself in big tournament, I think it would be interresting to give me a chance, also protoss is really good in KOTH format.
What would be the best French team according to you?
Dayshi, ToD and me !
I do not think that France is one of the favourite nation to win since the Ukraine/Sweden line up is pretty scary nonetheless I still think that if ToD and Dayshi are in a good shape we have a shot to win.
Why should people vote for Chubz?
Since I do not have many chance to prove myself in big tournament, I think it would be interresting to give me a chance, also protoss is really good in KOTH format.
What would be the best French team according to you?
Dayshi, ToD and me !
DayshiDayshi may be the best French player. Working hard in the Millenium gaming house, the solid Terran is one of the top player in Europe and has a very good experience in all kill format thanks to the several Millenium's campaigns. Every Zerg in Europe should be afraid of him : his TvZ is monstrous.
Dayshi's interview :
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According to you, what is the level of France among the nations in NationWars?
I think I am the best French player. I feel a huge motivation to show that France has still a very high level without Stephano.
What would be the best French team ?
France has a good opportunity to win if ToD, NeOAnGeL and me are selected.
Who is the best player in NationWars according to you?
It is difficult to decide between Naniwa and Vortix. They are the two best players.
I think I am the best French player. I feel a huge motivation to show that France has still a very high level without Stephano.
What would be the best French team ?
France has a good opportunity to win if ToD, NeOAnGeL and me are selected.
Who is the best player in NationWars according to you?
It is difficult to decide between Naniwa and Vortix. They are the two best players.
DownfallDownfall is a very good and regular Terran. Grand Master for 10 seasons in a row, Downfall has shown a very high level and a very interesting vision of Starcraft II by winning UnderDogs and crushed Firecake to be in the French list. He is also known as TheDwf on teamliquid and leads a very good thread to teach Terran the right way of playing Starcraft II.
Downfall's interview :
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Hi Downfall, can you tell us more about your style?
Hello. I'm adaptable, so I can play several kinds of styles. Style-wise, I would say my play looks a bit like Maru's one—alas without the corresponding skill. ;( At any rate I'm an active sort of player, so at least my games should be entertaining to watch.
What are you able to bring to French National Team?
I would give my very best since it would be my first opportunity to play an international event with a big audience and make myself a bit known. Since I'm also off the radar compared with other players, I may be full of surprises.
What is the best nation in NationWars?
Unsure, the strongest ones seem to be roughly even. Perhaps Poland or Russia.
Hello. I'm adaptable, so I can play several kinds of styles. Style-wise, I would say my play looks a bit like Maru's one—alas without the corresponding skill. ;( At any rate I'm an active sort of player, so at least my games should be entertaining to watch.
What are you able to bring to French National Team?
I would give my very best since it would be my first opportunity to play an international event with a big audience and make myself a bit known. Since I'm also off the radar compared with other players, I may be full of surprises.
What is the best nation in NationWars?
Unsure, the strongest ones seem to be roughly even. Perhaps Poland or Russia.
NeOAnGeLPatience, accuracy and experience have carried NeOAnGeL till the UnderDogs's final. Despite his lack of training, the Protoss never had as many good performances as now. His chances to be chosen are quite high thanks to the aAa's fanbase and all the people who can remember his semi-finals at Electronic Sports World Cup 2012
NeOAnGeL's interview :
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ToDToD is a Protoss player and a ESL caster who is currently playing for XMG. Known as one of the best Warcraft III player, the French player first disappointed a little on Starcraft II even if he remains one of the best Protoss in Europe. Then, his new career in casting gave him a new interest and the player never seemed as strong as now. France has to trust him to win since Stephano's departure.
ToD's interview :
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Norway's squad: Eiki, Snute and TargA+ Show Spoiler +
EikiAfter having won NM SpillExpo 2013, Eiki can boast he is the National champion in Norway. This protoss is the best player of the rising team Karnage eSports and is able to show very interesting things. Always good at online competitions and in ladder, Eiki could surprise a lot in this NationWars.
Eiki's interview :
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Why shoud people vote for you?
People should vote for me because I'm the national champion, and I will do my best to represent my country.
What would playing for the National team represent for you?
Playing for the national team would give me a unique opportunity to play not only for myself or my team, but for my nation. It's something I've wanted to do for a long time, and this is my chance to realise that dream.
Who will be the MVP of NationWars according to you?
The MVP of NationWars will be Vortix for team Spain.
People should vote for me because I'm the national champion, and I will do my best to represent my country.
What would playing for the National team represent for you?
Playing for the national team would give me a unique opportunity to play not only for myself or my team, but for my nation. It's something I've wanted to do for a long time, and this is my chance to realise that dream.
Who will be the MVP of NationWars according to you?
The MVP of NationWars will be Vortix for team Spain.
PrebsPresent in the main Norwegian tournaments, Prebs is now aspiring to rule the world. His team –ROOT – is one of the most accomplished teams on Starcraft II and the Zerg will desire to show he deserves to be one of their players.
Prebs's interview :
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What would you bring to the Norwegian roster?
I always perform my very best in tournaments and I know I can knock out the best of the best on a good day. I'm especially confident in ZvT and I know I bring a lot to the norwegian roster in atleast that matchup! Also if I get top 3 in the poll, I'll definitely practice like a maniac to improve my skill!
You recently joined ROOT. How does it help you to be better?
Joining the ROOT academy has helped in many ways. First of all I get good teammates to practice and talk strategies with. Second of all I experienced a huge boost in motivation, because Starcraft just seemed a lot more fun when you have so active teammates. The last thing is the chance to get promoted to the main squad, which really makes me focus on improving, and not just playing games for fun!
What's your favourite team except Norway in this NationWars?
The other favorite team is probably the German one. I think the teams are actually pretty equal in skill, but the german one is probably the best with a TLO in shape.
I always perform my very best in tournaments and I know I can knock out the best of the best on a good day. I'm especially confident in ZvT and I know I bring a lot to the norwegian roster in atleast that matchup! Also if I get top 3 in the poll, I'll definitely practice like a maniac to improve my skill!
You recently joined ROOT. How does it help you to be better?
Joining the ROOT academy has helped in many ways. First of all I get good teammates to practice and talk strategies with. Second of all I experienced a huge boost in motivation, because Starcraft just seemed a lot more fun when you have so active teammates. The last thing is the chance to get promoted to the main squad, which really makes me focus on improving, and not just playing games for fun!
What's your favourite team except Norway in this NationWars?
The other favorite team is probably the German one. I think the teams are actually pretty equal in skill, but the german one is probably the best with a TLO in shape.
SnitchablesCurrently playing for Nuit Blanche, Snitchables is a very skilled zerg player. Neither famous, neither one of the top player in Europe, Snitchables remains a good player capable of killing any Protoss thanks to a very good master of macro-game.
Snitchables's interview :
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What should people choose you ?
I think people should pick me because im the most logical choice after snute and targa, in my opinion . I do think of myself as the best player in Norway after them, and I think I will be a very valuable addition to the Norwegian team.
What can NationWars represent for you?
Nationwars is going to be a great way to show off just how good norway is at starcraft, and also a way to get your name out there.
What is the weakest country in NationWars according to you?
I think the weakest country in nationwars is spain, having no players that have ever really shown any real results, aside from vortix, but who seem to have fallen off the rader recently, and not performing very well at all.
I think people should pick me because im the most logical choice after snute and targa, in my opinion . I do think of myself as the best player in Norway after them, and I think I will be a very valuable addition to the Norwegian team.
What can NationWars represent for you?
Nationwars is going to be a great way to show off just how good norway is at starcraft, and also a way to get your name out there.
What is the weakest country in NationWars according to you?
I think the weakest country in nationwars is spain, having no players that have ever really shown any real results, aside from vortix, but who seem to have fallen off the rader recently, and not performing very well at all.
SnuteSnute is one the most amazing and respectable player in Europe. Second at HomeStory Cup VII, winner at HomeStory Cup VI, he shined in many other major tournaments, is the last foreigners to have won a major tournament and seems able to beat any player in the world thanks to his very lovely style. His experience in Proleague and in WCS NA could give to Norway a very good weapon to fight in NationWars.
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What do you think about the Norwegian scene?
It's good. We have two Premier league level players and quite a few GMs. It is very zerg-heavy, though.
How are the relationships between the NationWars-participating players?
We've all played each other quite a lot in various Norwegian tournaments. All the players in the top have faced each other on different occasions. We meet at LAN events and are quite chill
What is the weakest country according to you?
I think Ukraine by a bit. All the players there are strong but I don't think any of them excel in an all-kill format.
It's good. We have two Premier league level players and quite a few GMs. It is very zerg-heavy, though.
How are the relationships between the NationWars-participating players?
We've all played each other quite a lot in various Norwegian tournaments. All the players in the top have faced each other on different occasions. We meet at LAN events and are quite chill
What is the weakest country according to you?
I think Ukraine by a bit. All the players there are strong but I don't think any of them excel in an all-kill format.
TargaThe Norwegian had a remarkable run to the semi-finals at 2012 DreamHack Open: Valencia and is one of the rare Zergs able to scare all the European players thanks to the very good shape he showed in late 2013.
Targa's interview :
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Hi Targa, can Norway win NationWars?
Of course we can !
What do you think about the Norway's list?
Isn't it just me?
What is the worst opponent for Norway according to you?
Pol pot !
Of course we can !
What do you think about the Norway's list?
Isn't it just me?
What is the worst opponent for Norway according to you?
Pol pot !
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