If it happens the same way as it did at Bangkok, it'll be debatable. Otherwise hell no.

Wolves vs SEN is the best match in terms of content and no one can convince me otherwise.

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It would have to be Yay's performance in 2022 for at least 3 years if not 5.

I would not be surprised if it takes until 2030 for another GC player to make it to tier 1.

Toronto is gonna be fun as I don't really see a clear favorite. Yes G2 are probably the best but they certainly are not a unanimous #1. I honestly think Fnatic will find their way back to the top

I've briefly mentioned this but yes 100%.

Wow john has had a really good stage one and no one has mentioned it yet as far as I am aware.

This is just my opinion, but the actions one person makes can very easily destroy everything that that person is associated with. In this case, Flor's actions (no matter the result of them) has damaged the reputation of the GC and Valorant scene, especially since Riot preaches inclusivity of all genders and races.

English football

Depends on stage 2 results but they are in a good spot.

Think about it like this. Flor was the first and currently the only player to successfully make it to tier one VCT from GC. Now that these accusations have come to light, the next player that wants to try and make that jump from GC to tier one is now going to be under heavy scrutiny just because this situation exists. You can already see how strongly people's opinions are on this topic all across social media. That kind of pressure is something most orgs are going to try to avoid because it's not smart to take such a big risk when there is a precedent that it has failed.

This feels familiar.

It's just a PR problem. Once one bad thing happens the rest could very easily crumble. Remember, Flor was THE best player in GC for 2-3 years. No one else has come anywhere close to that in GC yet. And as a result of these accusations, It's going to take considerably more work and effort for a GC player to complete to journey to Tier 1.

Absolutely and honestly shouldn't even be mentioned until all this is behind us.

I'm holding off my opinions until this gets goes to trial because accusations made on twitter aren't going to do shit. The only thing I'll say is this is terrible for the VCT scene and the GC to VCT pipeline is basically doomed.

Surely someone else came up with a respectable name right? RIGHT?

Surely he finds a team. I mean brazil does just shuffle around the same players so someone will probably pick him up.

Fully agree with the cove buffs. I feel like that ability lacks the hp to do its job and lowering the cost is just a good quality of life buff.

Honest question, how often does utility cost actually matter? Most agents full utility is 800 creds or less and tejo is in a similar spot to other initiators in terms of full util cost. Also it shouldn't change anything about teams economies as they either save and then full buy 95% of the time or force the rest of the time.

I wonder where I end up.

Hopefully this gets more recognition because this is not good for the entire Val scene.

I wanna say relax on the hype but it is kinda warranted no?

I think it was only 4 and since china started late it was only 3 for them unless they have different rules.

The fact that EDG winning champs didn't change this narrative is insane to me.

That messes with Riot's partner system and is kinda a mess so to keep it simple only ascension teams can promote to Tier 1 and relegate from Tier 1.

TH vs PRX/MIBR

Its Actually DFM

God swiss stage is going to be a blood bath. There is almost a guarantee someone is going to be disappointed.

This is the kinda shit that I try to avoid at all costs.

The battle of teams that are going to have unreasonably high expectations

Most played agent is chamber.

lowkey forgot about him.

I feel like the anyone can igl narrative is overrated as fuck. How many players can you name that have successfully transitioned into the igl role? I can only think of Nats.

Presumably because Reduxx is getting payed serious cash to play cubert(aka Sen academy team) meanwhile Sato just recently came to NA to play in T2. Judging by the stats Sato is better but that's probably due to reduxx switching roles mid stage.

Look all i'm saying is without Leo, Fnatic never win either of their 2 international trophies.

It's funny how ANGE1 and Ardiis have technically won an international event more recently than FNS.

also similar to last year, teams that missed Bangkok are adapting fast to the meta after kickoff.

I disagree with your title but the rest is all fair. I refuse to believe you can fluke a Masters win, however the dip in form from every team outside of Americas was a major surprise. On the other hand though, I think teams that we may have considered middle of the pack have raised their potential significantly, such as RRQ, XLG, and Wolves.

good enough for liquid to qualify to internationals. Other than that I haven't been paying close enough attention.

At least this would fix roles? ffs Lev.

I wouldn't even know what I was doing in 2021

don't give NRG fans false hope. they are already going insane.

too early for Americans.

His dominance started at kickoff and hasn't stopped

good luck

i blame n1cf

I mean probably but also you made the point I've been trying to argue so whatever.

Europe tries to do a proper league format like their soccer leagues. It's weird but at least it looks fair.

Yes but the only reason he doesn't include Americas is because it goes against his statement. I'm just trying to call that out.