Cloud9 Franchising???

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Mjtchell

This may definitely be an internet explorer moment

Cloud9 was the last NA team???
That means if Carlos didn't fuck up it could've been.

NA:

100 Thieves
NRG
Evil Geniuses
G2
Sentinels

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Yeetus

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thank god he fucked up

rare Carlos W

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Mjtchell

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Honestly I agree with you
Cloud9 was one of my for sure picks. Plus with G2 in it Cryo wouldn't be on 100T

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Icysoda57

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100T would’ve for sure grabbed Yay if C9 didn’t make it in

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Mjtchell

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They admitted to having the chance of buying yay but going for Cryo instead
Buuuuut if Cryo was taken by G2 (with the entire XSet squad) then there would've been something there

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1mBor3d

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thank you andrew t-

hang on someones knocking on my door

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elayaCL

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RIOT GAMES OPEN UP

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iMyw_

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idk how EG were over C9, C9 has a good fanbase and good structure no? like they've always been a good org in every game (like no drama and shit) and they're in LCS too

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Mjtchell

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That and they were constantly near the top contention, and they have tier S GC team

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iMyw_

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C9W arnt tier S , theyre like S++++++

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Mjtchell

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S Tier for now
S++++++ for when they win in Berlin

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vispri

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do u think a similar structure for game changers would be cool? like having franchised teams too for gc, and ascension tourney too? i just want your thoughts!

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Mjtchell

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I'm not sure what a preferred format for marginalized genders would be
I guess I'm hesitant since I don't really know what would be best, and tbh I think those that fit into the demographic of the GC players would know best how to move forward for the future of GameChangers competition.
The end goal either way is for GameChangers to be dissolved and for tournaments like this to be more of a co-ed experience

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juugobr_

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and cloud9 is an organization that has invested in Valo since the beginning...male, female and academy teams

no clue why Riot would have EG over them

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iMyw_

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yeah youre right!

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Brimstan

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rare tate W?

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Mjtchell

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No comment
I refuse to be caught slippin

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juugobr_

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this list wouldnt bad but it is crazy to think that a org like c9 would be out of franchising

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sj67atg6

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i doubt thats true lol

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Mjtchell

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https://twitter.com/ValorINTEL/status/1582061358798884864
Second source

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sj67atg6

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not a second source lol, they also cite slasher

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Mjtchell

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shhhhhhhhh

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SAMPV6

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Bro honestly how did EG make it to franchising over C9 in that case?? Here's what Riot's criteria was for Franchising:

Organizations who share our values of always putting fans first, celebrate our diverse community, and are committed to supporting pros
Organizations who have created a strong connection with fans through engaging content, a compelling brand, and an exciting roster
Organizations who build for the long-term, with a focus on sustainability

Does that sound like EG to you? lol what

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Mjtchell

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When it comes to 1 and 2 on their list EG excels imo
I mean they literally sell a fursuit jersey in support of one of their players who is black and non-binary (previous gay identifying)
And as for content creators they had Tarik when he started Valorant and they currently have Stewie2k

As for building rosters long term:

Evil-Geniuses signed 2 great F/A CS rosters in addition with their active roster to help develop and rebuild the NA CS Scene
They built arguably the best League team of this year (Danny dropped out for mental health toward the end of the season)
They have one of the best track records in fighting games with one of the first queer champions
They also have a coach like Potter who has been committed to Valorant since the start of the game. (GC and Main roster)

I honestly think the hate for EG is bandwagon at this point

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DELUSIONAL_POTTER_FAN

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W ^⁠_⁠^

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Mjtchell

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All for you bb

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C9 was basically the first org to invest into VALORANT with TenZ, surprised that they chose EG over C9 just because they were more friendly and inclusive, which fitted riot's overall viewpoint into what they wanted in a franchised org I guess

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kushcash0331

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Kinda crazy that Leviatan actually got a spot. Thought they were the ones who replaced G2

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Enamul_Huq1990

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Rare Big G win