They can't do anything as of now, they already fucked up by signing an exclusively streaming deal with the platform SOOP. Co-streamers are only permitted to stream on SOOP which is a website NO ONE in SEA even used until they started forcing people to switch over. Only those diehard fans of VALORANT actually commit to watching on SOOP while the rest just ignore it. I don't mind watching, I don't even have a SOOP account and I just tune in to watch the teams I'm interested in play since I have no interest in reading or participating in chat.

Z11 disasterclass.

To me it's super mundane (tbf, I do kinda limit myself to mostly using the treadmill/stairmaster toi get my cardio in) and I try to play sports as much as possible to compensate (if I could play 5-a-side football or badminton everyday I probably would but after work I mostly just want to be home and the gym in my condo is the most convenient place to work out and not piss about in Bangkok traffic). I'm privileged enough to live near a relatively big park so I do enjoy those night runs sometimes but it's too damn hot and humid in Thailand so going an air-conditioned gym is like a safehaven.

Not including BOOM is criminal.

No idea on the logistics and all the costs with these likely being the main defining factors but perhaps hosting playoffs for splits in different APAC countries each time could draw viewership. Doesn't need to be the production level of a Masters/Champions event but would be nice.

They are heavily intertwined with the Thai scene across multiple esports titles and have headquarters here. They're an honorary Thai org in my heart lmfao but seriously though, I don't think there are any Thai orgs with the same level of professionalism as TALON so I'm honestly relieved they're our representative even if they're technically a HK/TW org.

The difference I suppose is that in PACIFIC, these franchise orgs were specifically advertised as the reps of specific countries so in general people were hyped and have expectations as such for teams to field players of that specific nationality. While TALON isn't specifically a Thai org, they do have a heavy presence in the Thai scene across multiple esports titles and have a branch of headquarters here and hence why they feel obligated to maintain a Thai core at the very least.

NS top 3? Lul

Not objectively. TLN main roster overall higher peak and firepower, just need more time.

TLN Academy looks more like a team with strats and good macro, before was all firepower and no brain. They look way better honestly even if the results don't show and they still overheat.

Academy team still so inexperienced and it shows. Still though, more promising than before.

Is Lorangez the still the new IGL or is it back to tbloy? TALON looks way better in terms of the macro and micro game and look less reliant on firepower and genuinely look like they have good ideas and protocols.

Ate something lazy yet Asian.

garnetS, Patiphan (though he quit so does it really count?)

Too early to say anything but I think they need to play with more structure and set-plays. Frost is letting them play too free and they just peek unfavourable fights.

Thyy is still a rookie, he has time to grow but if I have a choice, I would let him play as a 6th man.

Primmie (Sentinel)
Jitboys (Smoke)
Crws (IGL/Flex)
GarnetS (Duelist)
Killua (Flex)

Bro is a generational hater.

Honestly I've been backing garnetS since day one but I don't think anyone is this TALON team is worth dropping. They changed 2 players, changed comm language and changed roles ~ this team still has a lot of room to grow and Primmie needs to develop as a duelist not just a guy with insane mechanics.

Bad day for TALON as a whole, blaming the rookie is unfair. This is a learning lesson for them, they got away with beating TS last week but it wasn't convincing at all and now they face their first loss. Primmie needs to be humbled, and the team needs to stop thinking they can win every aim duel even in unfavourable positions.

We look ass. Roster is insane but today was genuinely some of the worst VALORANT I've watched. I think there is now too much Freedom on this team and we need some structure, constant overheats, dumb pushes like WTAF. I don't usually get pissed at games but this one genuinely made me mad.

Idk, I'm like the most casual anime enjoyer ever but:

1. Steins Gate
2. Ao Ashi
3. Attack On TItan
4. Vinland Saga
5. Death Note

I also really liked Spy x Family just as a chill watch.

Stems from jealousy I guess. I don't see an issue with it, he has loyal fans, let them support him regardless of win or loss. I do disagree with them hopping on hate trains and threads as soon as there is the slightest criticism of Jinggg though and you can never really isolate both situations.

Someone reuploaded the episode from the Valorant Indonesia channel whereby the original video was posted (which included Juvenile speaking a lot). Likely due to the recent drama/controversy regarding him, they are trying to distance themselves and cut any part which includes him talking out. They've never explicitly stated anything or punishment but I guess they just did this to for PR sake.

Honestly, how are NA casters this bad.

Preach.

Hope everyone is safe from the earthquake, I'm not currently in Thailand but my family and friends are.

Just give me all the noodles regardless of the country but honestly, my comfort food is Thai Pad Kra Pao and when I feel lazy I just make Kimchi Jiggae.

ZETA Syouta sleeper pick.

NKT choking and making questionable calls. Name a better duo.

Yes, but I also think that many of his overheats were due to him making on the fly calls/pushes while asking for stuns/flashes but due to the language barrier, this information may have been processed slower. Besides, Governor CAN aim, it's just that I think this playstyle fucks with his aim and crosshair placement that just ruins him for the rest of the game. I think he looks solid on the initiator role and I think if Flor is playing main duelist, then Governor could do well as an initiator or secondary duelist.

He is a decent player and will work on a team that utilises him well, he's willing to adapt and fill for the team and a selfless teammate is vital. I think the comm issues in TALON really impacted Governor's performance and I think he will shine much better on a different team.

Does no one want to coach for them or just the fact that all of them are playing for fun and won't be willing to commit hours into the game?

Meanies.

This new TALON roster will do wonders since they're all (aside from Crws sorry) mechanically insane youngsters. If Crws and Frost/Jovi can rally these players into a solid and cohesive team with solid macro and strats I think this team will at minimum be fighting for top of PACIFIC (I'm biased but I'm also realistic when I say TALON now has 4 mechanical demons).Though I think without Crws this team would struggle without a leader and IGL with a strong game understanding. It could also all fall flat since mechanics aren't everything but Frost and co have such a good job at turning Jitboys into an insane anchor with great game understanding, Crws has evolved so much as an IGL and Primmie is just getting started.

Z11 and TALON Academy also looked stacked for talents that could potentially be brought up. Really hoping for FULL SENSE to win Ascension this year if they make it and finally get 2 Thai orgs in PACIFIC since there is too much talent that deserves a chance on Tier 1.

Manifesting a TALON come up story just like T1. Moving from International to Full Thai and then winning it all

The fuck is the point of a home crowd if people are cheering for everyone. This whole event all teams were getting cheered on for both sides. This was the finals and the PACIFIC representative has the chance to take home a GLOBAL win for PACIFIC. Why the fuck wouldn't the home crowd cheer for their region. They remain respectful, no boos and there was still cheers from the crowd. If anything the crowd reveals work in favour of both sides, when G2 spammed smokes, the crowd noises might've given cues that they tagged someone. This is a LAN event and this happens in every crowd.

Loud minority, as a Thai person (with relatively fair skin) we are really diverse and no one (except the dumb yet vocal minority) really cares what the Thai character looks like unless she is of course a completely different ethnicity. If she speaks Thai and has Thai voice lines and presents Thai characteristics then I am happy with the inclusion regardless of whether I look like her or not. From the showmatch I think I only heard one Thai voice line so I really hope there is more.

She could be Southern Thai or Eastern Thai near the Cambodian border where people generally are associated with a darker skin tone and the South having more 'Malay' genetics. It really doesn't matter though I just wanted a character that didn't really play into typical Thai stereotypes of either a Muay Thai hero or Transgender (nothing wrong with being trans of course) or something that was so outwardly and overwhelmingly Thai that they overdid it, so it's nice to see a hero that is simply Thai by nationality and not confined to a box where they have to be a Muay Thai fighter or monk or float on lotuses or ride elephants lol.

I think TALON will have to iron out a lot of things in the early stages but the peak of this team is very, very high. From an unbiased perspective, I think RRQ and NS will overtake TALON initially as they begin to adapt and I believe the new players will fly to Korea this week? However, I'm really hoping they come out all cylinders firing and shock tier 1.

However, if all 5 are firing to their maximum capabilities this team can totally be top 3 pacific at least. I trust in Frost's antis and strats and I believe that Crws will have an easier time calling with all 5 speaking the same language. Plus there is pre-existing chemistry with the young talents through various ex teams and ranked buddies. If Frost can coach these young talents who already have a strong individual understanding of the game into team-orientated and smart players, I think this is literally the Thai superteam.

Crazy that the guy who actually watches all the regions and puts in the time recognises the competitive region.

Cry

As a Chemical Engineering graduate, what the fuck is baby rudin?

Surf is on TALON academy, idk why VLR still thinks Surf is on the main roster.

This is just a common theme with RIOT game franchises no? League is very much the same and VALORANT is basically the FPS equivalent or supposedly tries to be. It has always been this way as well in Asia especially hence why VALORANT is big on casual gamers and playerbase. Better to target an opening in the market than try to get CS fans to shift over which they know they won't since the remaining playerbase is either die hard fans or gamblers and skin merchants.

TALON with its full Thai roster decides to overthrow the Korean overlords and clench a spot in the top 2.

Do you have a timestamp, since they're in Thailand my guess would be a Thai inhaler. It's like a natural herby, peppermint inhaler that really clears your airways and is addictive. Every Thai person will carry one around and it helps with nausea and dizziness + on stage might help with concentration/taking your mind off a lost round etc.

But APAC is a lot less top heavy. EDG looks amazing but Trace looked mediocre. DRX dominated SEN and honestly should've won their next 2 games had they not been serial chokers owing to inexperience of the rookie players. TALON (When players actually shoot back) and RRQ look like they can square up to the Korean teams on their given days. I REALLY hope that with TALON's new roster we become serious contenders for the Top 2 since the talent is there, it just depends how long it will take to implement the new system of full Thai with Thai comms all while still having international coaches.

DRX or EDG. EDG for the storyline but DRX cuz I'm rooting for them and I want 'rookies' to shine.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sUWhscGXqI

fyi, blud has the most google-translated phrasing I've ever seen.

Invy.

Thai food, but REAL Thai food and not the stuff sold in normal Thai restaurants around the world.

As a Thai person. If it's not spicy, it's not edible.