What did he say? Legitimately annoyed if an EMEA org gets an NA slot instead of an org that’s been investing in the scene & region

This man shows exactly why Chamber should be deleted xD

I definitely think it’s possible :) 100T have the coaching, skill, & fundamentals to beat FNC. Won’t be easy especially with COVID, nerves & such, but for sure possible! 100T all the way

That’s why. No real life exposure.

Dang that sucks. I mean, of course I want them to do well, but man it must stink to get to LAN & Champions of all that just to get sick..dang! Praying they get better soon.

100T

SMG who?

I think it’s a few things.

1. Streaming - I know this sounds like beating a dead horse, but truly there is more (potential) money for a player in streaming than most in going pro. Therefore focus is split a little which can cause some issues.

2. Culture - Like someone mentioned above, many pros have said that a lot of teams in NA don’t take scrims and things seriously. This is changing, but teams on the whole apparently aren’t too serious.

3. Money - In EMEA, there is a scene and a path for tier 2 that allows for fresh & upcoming talent to constantly be gaining experience & moving. On top of that, the relationships between orgs and players allows for tier 1 talent to shuffle as well between teams to be consistently creating the best teams (take FNATIC for example). NA teams & orgs have set outrageous buyouts, so players are a little more stagnant. Talent doesn’t shift between teams as often, & even tier 2 NA orgs have outrageous buyouts for their players. In an unproven scene, that is hard for orgs to jump on & it hurts growth. I mean just look at some tier 2 talent that has come up in NA versus EMEA. (Cryo, Zander, & who else really?) versus (Alfajer, most of G2s roster, most of ACENDs new roster, & a few others)

I love this so much

Man EMEA fans are something else. You really think that after Fanatic's performance at the last Masters, 100T have "NO" chance? sure I am 100T fan, so I am biased. I can admit, I think this will be a tough fight for 100T, I think Fanatic are an excellent. But really, honestly, you think Boaster is the God of VALORANT? Where the titles? Where are the trophies? You started this not me. Don't even start with "where are the 100T trophies" because I didn't want this you did. I don't think 100T is the gift to VALORANT, but when Fanatic lose, I will be sure to come back here to say hey <3

yes you did! well you are a real one, so I really hope T1 starts this next season off really well :) hope nothing but the best for you!

hey meky this is not bait or hate, for real. genuine question from someone who is not a T1 fan. What made you stick by them for this long? Why are you a T1 VALORANT fan? :)

So with there only being 10 franchise spots for the Americas (NA, LATAM, SA, & BR) international league, who do y’all think will make it? :)

6 in the top 5 lul

This has to be bait right? I mean. You realize they boot camped for five straight weeks in preparation for LCQ? Then they got a single day off. One. & Asuna spent his single day off playing VALORANT? Yeah, but you’re right, they fell off.

Guy is comparing a 2 year old game to a 15+ year old game…crazy

Without any trolling (please vlr just looking for a legit conversation here)

Can someone explain why EMEA & NA have 3 representatives going to Champions, while APAC (I’m including Korea and Japan in that) have 6 slots, & SA (combining LATAM & Brazil) has 4 slots?

Is the viewership & support in these regions that much higher than EMEA & NA? Or am I missing something else? :) thanks!

wait are you really the one to call out roster moves? Fnatic?

Sean said in Vandals (YouTube “show” with esports Doug) they are trying to integrate new comps, but really focused on fundamentals, formulating base layers for the team, & creating a more consistent map pool. New comps will probably come later :)

All these twelve year olds with keyboard courage think they can do a better job. Then do it.

Constructive criticism is fine, but y’all are cringe. Pansy is an incredible caster. Are there things she could maybe work on? Probably. But as someone who loves the scene and doesn’t love EMEA, she makes it entertaining & great as a viewer. Keep it up Pansy! Appreciate ya

fruds?

then why are you here?

wait I know I am a 100T fan boy, so take my opinion with a grain of salt, but did we watch the same 100T and SEN this weekend? This match will be close, but I am pretty confident 100T will take it. Thats just me though :)

guys this team almost qualified in the first round of qualifications. This was against teams that have been working together for months. Teams that have deep strategies, protocols, and variabilities in their play. Against 100T with two new coaches (MikesHD isn't new to coaching but new to 100T, I know) two young players on TOTALLY different roles, and three weeks of practice. This team will go far just give them time :)

She is the worst “solo” initiator, but her combo potential with flash agents, Raze, & others is pretty good.

Just the absolute biggest W. VALORANT was the first esports scene that I fell in love with, and it looks like Riot is committed to making it the best it can be. Serious W.

Her wall not doing damage to enemies is a really big nerf. The greatest part of the wall was that it would give you a place to run to or from by yourself or with teammates. Now enemies can jump in with you without getting hurt. The reason that other "walls" are good in the game is because they punish the enemy for pushing. Her wall doesn't now.

Yeah the reason I said “one team region” is because DRX absolutely demolished in their region. They always have. Other than Nuturn last year, there has not been a single team that has been able to topple them. However, to your point, it’s hard to scale teams to international competition considering they have never been.

It’s all guesswork when comparing regions, so seeing how DRX performs at international events and how they destroy in their region leads me to think the REGION not DRX has a lot of work to do, & they will absolutely be really good.

As far as APAC/SEA, I rated them above KR because, as a region, they have outperformed KR in more recent tournaments (APAC LCQ, Champions, & now this Masters)

I don’t get it. I know this is bait to get people upset, but why? Why do you enjoy being like this? It’s sad, but I hope your day gets better brotha :)

I would say when talking about region’s generally? I think a fair breakdown would be:

1. EMEA (consistent top finishes and masters wins in 2021)
2. NA (Early year dominance and high finishes in Masters 2021 -minus Champions of course + this Masters)
3. SEA (Major improvements throughout 2021 plus showed real skill in Champions and this Masters + they have multiple teams doing well)
4. BRAZIL (Obviously LOUD is absolutely insane, but as a region I think LOUD are tiers above their competitors in BR similar to situation in KR with DRX.)
5. KOREA/JP (KR is a one team region but who knows with the rest of the year. We will see how OnSlayers does. But JP was majorly impressive this Masters. However, they look like a 1 team region too)

But that is just my opinion :)

I’m really excited. I’m pumped for this roster, and I am excited for the new coaches. There might be some rocky starts, but I’m here for it! 100T fan through and through

Drink lots of water throughout the day to break up that mucus in your body. Another thing is hot water, lemon, & honey. That will help with sinuses, & it will prevent you from developing a bad soar throat.

Yeah I don’t really mean that. What I mean is Brazil is already really good in a few top tier FPS esports (mainly CS:GO & R6). However, no FPS has really taken off in the APAC region that is also popular in EMEA, NA, & Brazil. I think the future of Brazil is really bright. I mean LOUD look insane. But having APAC teams like the game and do well? That will only make VALORANT & the esport better with time.

This is not some NA hating on Brazil take. I actually really love how competitive Brazil has become. However, I think a Japanese team winning is beneficial for the future of VALORANT. I think the more regions are competitive, the more international the esport can become. With Japan winning, hopefully this is just another step in that! I don’t think this game being like CS:GO with mostly NA, EMEA, & Brazilian representatives is the best. The more competition the better! Anyway, I am talking in circles.

TL;DR More competitive international competition (specifically in the Asian/APAC region) is better for the future of the esport.

ya I feel that

nah I mean its true, I am a little butt hurt about it. I forgot it was double elim though! appreciate ya

Oh ok sweet! I appreciate you explaining it. Have a good one brotha

Yes! I forgot. Thanks for the reminder :)

my replies went here...weird

reply went here. sorry!

yeah only so much can fit in the title, but yeah not the finals but the playoffs :)

Riot, how is it that the winner of Optic/Xerxia will be playing against the Guard? Why is this the second tournament where NA is having to eliminate itself from the semifinals? There has to be a different solution right? Or is it my NA fan boy that is butt hurt?

ew. what is this CRINGE Fracture comp. ew.

Abtrac I appreciate you my guy <3 I love having a fan like you loving the same team as me! I believe in the coaching & whatever roster they put together

yeah true appreciate your response brotha <3

PRX nutty

So I know George Geddes reported on the potential roster, and I really don't have any problems with it other than Ethan leaving...(might partially be because he is my favorite player on the team) but I wanted to talk about it here with other VLR users...so here it is. I just don't understand why the roster couldn't be:

Asuna - Primary oper/Duelist (I know Asuna's Jett is what people talk about, but if you compare it stat for stat game for game he is not really far behind the top Jetts in NA in those games. He holds his own for sure. & the addition of Stellar allows him to not be on Chamber and instead play his best roles of Raze/Reyna where necessary)
bang - Flex/Secondary Duelist (confident, smart, and flexible player who has a really high ceiling in a position where he can frag and support his team)
DerrekOW - Sova/Secondary Flex (Do I have to say anything? Top 5 sova and literally carried Rise for months)
stellar - Sentinel (great IGL and sentinel..I mean look at this guys stats and VODs...dude is nuts)
Ethan - Controller (started the game playing Omen and he is an incredibly smart & clutch player)

unless Ethan doesn't want to play smokes which would kinda suck because this team could be nuts...

yeah I just don't understand why the roster couldn't be...

Asuna - Primary oper/Duelist
bang - Flex/Secondary Duelist
DerrekOW - Sova/Secondary Flex
stellar - Sentinel
Ethan - Controller

unless Ethan doesn't want to play smokes which would kinda suck because this team could be nuts...

Is this the same Steel who is killing it in T1? and also they didn't fire nitr0, nitr0 left on his own accord for CS.

I heard people say Aleko was toxic, but never saw anything. what has he done?