The double elimination format they use for playoffs is absolute garbage. Upper bracket matches have zero tension, and even when someone goes on a lower bracket run, it's hard to get hype about it.
Champions 2021 was single elim, and GMB vs KRU was one of the most intense matches ever. Every time I watch WCS, I'm reminded that the world champion should be a team that never lost in playoffs. That's what a true champion looks like.
At the very least, Champions playoffs should be single elimination, all BO5, every single match. Make every game a must-win. No safety nets, no second chances.
Anyone else feel this way?

NS vs M8 Aftermath in EMEA: “Neon is annoying, nerf it!”
Seriously, can't you just admit M8's Neon was just too weak? If you're frustrated, learn to master it like Dambi does

NS vs M8 Aftermath in EMEA: “Neon is annoying, nerf it!”
Seriously, can't you just admit M8's Neon was just too weak? If you're frustrated, learn to master it like Dambi does.

https://x.com/i/status/1994734209106415668

https://liquipedia.net/apexlegends/Daiki

He had been active in the competitive scene of Apex Legends for several years. After that, he had been working for a company, but it seems he decided to pursue a career as a VALORANT pro.

He lack competitive experience in VALORANT, but he possesses the skill to rank near 1000 RR.
He's also close enough to Meiy to duo queue with him, and Meiy acknowledges daiki's skill.

SugarZ3ro
Xdll
eKo
Absol
honeybunny（Dep's substitute）

Dep is scheduled to attend a domestic fan event in December, but rumors suggest he will return to the competitive scene starting from the kickoff.

Why was bstrdd kicked out of TL?

Stop using Penis Cock Dick Willy Junk Tool Schlong Wang Rod.

I know the haters are targeting him because every player they could criticize has left the team, but I feel sorry for him.
He is consistently playing well, but he is being criticized for that off-season fun tournament.

Dont worry about GE.
Even 24TH, who later finished runner-up multiple times at world championships, surely hasn't forgotten losing to FOKUS in the RBHG qualifiers for 23?

They play thinking, “I can get promoted even as an individual, so it's okay if I lose.”
If you're aiming for tier 1 pro status, you can't play with such a dismissive attitude. This isn't about skill level; they simply don't deserve to play at tier 1.

No

true

Using Tejo ult is harder than becoming a politician.

If TenZ returns, it will undoubtedly become the most popular team in NA history.

Asuna
TenZ
Verno
N4RRATE
Cryo

Aspas 1st duelist
zekken 2nd duelist flex
Cryo sentinel
eeiu initiator
bang smoke

Carlao is not good.

What I'm saying is, he lacks the mindset of a duelist who isn't afraid to die and goes for the FK.
Mada enters aggressively, thinking that even if he dies, his teammates will get the trade. Aspas doesn't have that.
That's why his team can't win.

Considering the combined FK and FD values that demonstrate his ability as a duelist, it becomes clear.
aspas:FK15FD8=22
mada:FK10FD16=26

Duelists whose combined FKPR and FDPR do not exceed 0.4 are not working.

This is embarrassing to watch. The EMEA first-place team is playing like this against the Pacific fourth-place team.

Just as Grabbitz created “Die for You,” there are artists who produce great songs even without much fame.

Yes, it's evil. Therefore, all Russian players should be banned as well. Even if that's impossible, they should at least abandon their flags, as Chronicle did.

Today, we part ways with a true cornerstone of our Valorant legacy, **. As an original member of our inaugural Valorant roster in 2020, has been a consistent force and a driving spirit for over five years.

His highlight-reel plays and fierce dedication helped define our Valorant and inspired countless fans worldwide. From our earliest triumphs to the intense battles on the global stage, *****'s passion was always on full display.

Thank you, *****, for your unwavering commitment, unforgettable moments, and for being a part of family. We wish you the very best in your next chapter.

It is laughable that the best is a team that has never won a Masters or Champions.

I don't just praise babybay, he can only play easy because the other 4 are too strong.
He hasn't accomplished anything on his own since he belonged to faze.

The prize money is great, but it's only an unofficial tournament not included in VCT.

They have not won a trophy at the Masters or Champions since the Masters Tokyo in June 2023

RIOT is fooling around with CN excitement, etc., but it is clear that there is less and less interest in VCT.
Personally, it seems to me that the VAL competition scene was at its most exciting in 2022-23.

I think Fearless Pick works well, at least in BO3 matches, as long as it is done with at least 6 agents implemented in each role.
In this way, it is possible to reduce the number of teams that are extremely dependent on a particular agent and eliminate boring mirror matches.
It is strange that the 1st seeded team in LoL can handle a major meta change and the VAL pros can't.

-Art,Jinboong
+GON,Hals
Assuming RID players wish to stay with their current team.

Everyone has forgotten about ZOFGK and is now obsessed with DOFGK.

F

It is clear that he was the reason we lost vs PRX. The stats show that he was lackluster throughout. There is no way Lotus had a rating of 0.5 for either offense or defense. The 2map performance before that was also poor and Serial should have been used.

And LOUD, 2GAME >>> ZETA,DFM

A former tier 1 player who loses to a team full of players who have been stuck in tier 2-3 for years with no way to win.

Unbelievable...they were only able to get 1map in stage1.

sayf

Apart from the fact that we do not expect much in the way of individual performance, his acquisition would be an attractive reinforcement for VIT.
Excellent IGL ability
Great personality
Extensive experience

"And you never talk about fucked up sprays/shots or obvious missplays.
This way you avoid "what the fuck are u dooing?"

This is clearly a rule for ANGE1 itself.lol

Yes, I know. But when the team broke down and stepped up to put trexx back on the roster, he refused to do so, putting his own pride first. What do you think about this?

I wish zeek had more people to cover for him.

He is the smartest.

Exclude natank and ardiis and add verno and n4rrate.

Why is trexx defended and zeek criticized? This is ridiculous, I feel sorry for zeek.

It's a good roster that makes his personality issues less of a concern.
trexx
zeek
natank
aslanmashadow
ardiis

FK/FD involvement rates for stage1 group stage (not including today's EMEA game)
aspas is not a baiter

TOTAL（FKPR/FDPR）

AMERICAS
Keznit 0.4（0.25/0.15）+0.1
mada 0.42（0.24/0.18）
havoc 0.45（0.23/0.22）
OXY 0.4（0.22/0.18）
zekken 0.38（0.19/0.19）
dgzin 0.36（0.19/0.17）
aspas 0.33（0.19/0.14）
Asuna 0.34（0.15/0.19）

EMEA
Derke 0.46（0.23/0.23）
miniBoo 0.34（0.22/0.12）+0.1
Lewn 0.41（0.22/0.19）
xeus 0.4（0.21/0.19）
koalanoob 0.37（0.21/0.16）
ara 0.36（0.20/0.16）
click 0.34（0.12/0.22） -0.1

Pacific
Jemkin 0.4（0.24/0.16）+0.08
Famouz 0.41（0.23/0.18）
TenTen 0.44（0.22/0.22）
Deryeon 0.33（0.19/0.14）
HYUNMIN 0.29（0.18/0.11）+0.07
Dep 0.32（0.16/0.16）
PatrikWho 0.35（0.16/0.19）
primmie 0.26（0.14/0.12）
t3xture 0.33（0.14/0.19）
f0rsaken 0.35（0.14/0.21）-0.07
Meiy 0.22（0.09/0.13）

FK/FD involvement rates for stage1 group stage (not including today's EMEA game)
aspas is not a baiter

TOTAL（FKPR/FDPR）

AMERICAS
Keznit 0.4（0.25/0.15）+0.1
mada 0.42（0.24/0.18）
havoc 0.45（0.23/0.22）
OXY 0.4（0.22/0.18）
zekken 0.38（0.19/0.19）
dgzin 0.36（0.19/0.17）
aspas 0.33（0.19/0.14）
Asuna 0.34（0.15/0.19）

EMEA
Derke 0.46（0.23/0.23）
miniBoo 0.34（0.22/0.12）+0.1
Lewn 0.41（0.22/0.19）
xeus 0.4（0.21/0.19）
koalanoob 0.37（0.21/0.16）
ara 0.36（0.20/0.16）
click 0.34（0.12/0.22） -0.1

Pacific
Jemkin 0.4（0.24/0.16）+0.08
Famouz 0.41（0.23/0.18）
TenTen 0.44（0.22/0.22）
Deryeon 0.33（0.19/0.14）
HYUNMIN 0.29（0.18/0.11）+0.07
Dep 0.32（0.16/0.16）
PatrikWho 0.35（0.16/0.19）
primmie 0.26（0.14/0.12）
t3xture 0.33（0.14/0.19）
f0rsaken 0.35（0.14/0.21）-0.07
Meiy 0.22（0.09/0.13）

Japan does not even need one slot.

NS 2-0
13-4 13-3
split haven lotus