Huk Huk All fans of the Canadian Protoss. PvP on the Korean ladder against whoknows.
QXC vs Minigun TvP
ROOT Challenge North American Invitational -- ROOT Challenge North American Invitational
Semi Finals
Semi Finals
EPIC PRO 2v2v2v2 TEAMLIQUID.NET
Here we have a 2v2v2v2 by Team Liquid. Top tier players including, Huk, TLO, Tyler, Haypro, Ret, Drone, Jinro and last but not least Haypro. Enjoy!!
Sc2 Tips, Starcraft 2 Tips, Shakuras Plateau spawning point!
Map: Shakuras Plateau
Tips: Your opponent will always spawn the opposite side of the map. Let say you spawn on the top left, its impossible for your opponent to spawn on the bottom left. He will either spawn on the top right or bottom right.
Tips: Your opponent will always spawn the opposite side of the map. Let say you spawn on the top left, its impossible for your opponent to spawn on the bottom left. He will either spawn on the top right or bottom right.
EPIC WhiteRa vs Madfrog PvZ
WhiteRa a very top Protoss takes on Madfrog an ex Warcraft 3 Pro at Dreamhack Steelseries Starcraft 2 Tournament.
Kingston HyperX Pro Tip: EG.IdrA vs. Liquid`HuK
Here we have a video which will be a serious being commentated by Idra the pro American Zerg at Korea on his games. This will be a series from the Zerg point of view. This will provide a good insight in the ZvP matchup. In this video we have Idra being pitted up against Huk from MLG DC.
In this video series, Kingston HyperX provides viewers with Evil Geniuses' own Greg "IdrA" Fields and his first hand account of his match versus Liquid`HuK at MLG DC. Fields provides his commentary on what happened, what went wrong, and what all aspiring pro StarCraft II players need to know in order to compete at the highest levels in gaming.
Stay tuned for more weekly pro tips featuring the best StarCraft II players in North America.
Learn more about Kingston HyperX and their products at www.kingston.com/hyperX
Follow IdrA and Evil Geniuses at www.twitter.com/EvilGeniuses or visit their website at www.myEG.net (www.kingston.com/hyperX)
In this video series, Kingston HyperX provides viewers with Evil Geniuses' own Greg "IdrA" Fields and his first hand account of his match versus Liquid`HuK at MLG DC. Fields provides his commentary on what happened, what went wrong, and what all aspiring pro StarCraft II players need to know in order to compete at the highest levels in gaming.
Stay tuned for more weekly pro tips featuring the best StarCraft II players in North America.
Learn more about Kingston HyperX and their products at www.kingston.com/hyperX
Follow IdrA and Evil Geniuses at www.twitter.com/EvilGeniuses or visit their website at www.myEG.net (www.kingston.com/hyperX)
TSL.sSks/Tester vs OgsThewind PvZ New Style
This is a new style for you Protoss out there against Zerg which is gaining popularity. This style is done also by Guinea Pig during GSL. Watch it!!
SlayerBoxer vs TSLSangHo
This is the real Emperor himself against Sang Ho from the Gom All stars Tournament.
Korean PvZ very good play!!
Heres a PvZ video from the Korean Server. Very very good play done by the Protoss players. A must learn for you Protoss out there.
GSL prelim Jangmingchul OgsMc vs Korean PvT
Here we have a game between JangMingChul or otherwise known as OgsMc, a top 3 highest point Protoss on the Korean server. GSL is the largest Starcraft 2 tournament in the world and hosted in Korea. GSL the highest level of SC2 casted by EmoStarcraft. Do subscribe in his Youtube channel. Enjoy!!
Oh god Zerg has a new cheese for you Protoss!!
Most Protoss has been falling to Zerg on this current patch, now instead of 6 Pool, 5 roaches rush, 7 roaches rush, Zerg can pull out something new. Watch it. This is done by Emo a very good player.
Day9 v Tasteless
Your didnt hear wrong. Its really the famous day9 and the handsome Tasteless battling it up. This is s HDH invitational. Watch how these famous commentators battle it up. Day9 is godly in his sc2 mechanics and Tasteless is one of the commentator on GSL. This is an old video, I think the retail patch.
NexSickness v BlackCat PvT korea
Nex is one of the top clans in Korea for your info. This game is not a typical PvT where Protoss players goes for a fast Robo. Watch for yourself.
Marines Marines Foxer Godly Marines Micro
Marines are imbalance!!!!! by Boxer (Foxer or the fake Boxer) Godly micro!! Marines>Banelings
3 Gate Blink Stalkers in PvP by Emo
This video will teach you how to mass stalkers with Blink in your pvp matchups. Blink stalkers is a very good strategy if you can micro well.
Huk V TLO MLG Dallas
Will Huk going to be able to repeat his success previously where he won in MLG1 and 2nd in MLG 2. TLO has recently switched over to Zerg. Huk is very weak in PvZ matchup as seen in most of his videos.
HuK vs Ret PvZ MLG Dallas Game2
Its MLG tournament time again. Will Huk repeat his success previously?
Best Protoss in the world? Tester/Skss VS unknown PvZ
Tester/Skss is deemed the very best Protoss player around the world from Korea by a lot of players. Watch him takes on a Korean Zerg.
4 Gate Robo Immortal Warp Prism Timing Push by Emo
Heres a new strategy that was first used by Kiwikaki at MLG. Emo actually uses the general outline idea of that strategy in his games. Listen to his explanation for his games and you will learn something new. Good video.
Cella is back with 2v2
The famous Zerg player CellaWerra playing Protoss@@ on 2v2 Random Team. You wont get this type of games often.
Huk vs RedArchon PvT Blizzcon
HUKKKKKKKKKKKKKK the representative from NA against the SEA representative, Redarchon.
NexGenius vs Loner PvT BlizzCon Must Watch
As I said before, this is a must watch matchup between the Korean Gosu Protoss against the Chinese Gosu Terran player at Blizzcon finals. A definitely must watch.
The 6th Sense of StarCraft or Gamesense
Most of you will probably heard of the term Game sense and you may or may not have any knowledge of what does it really means.
Game-sense or game-centred approach is the use of games or match play situations where the players are empowered to think of tactics, quick decision making and problem solving in a highly motivational environment. (http://www.bharatiyahockey.org/gurukul/class2.htm)
The definition above gives a very clear description on what a game sense is. In a game of Starcraft, very often you encounter situation that requires a very quick thinking of strategy, for eg. when your opponent starts to build a Pylon and Proxy cannon at your base in a PvP match. You have to make a very very quick decision here whether will you be able to stop those cannons from going up or prepare with getting an expo up, or getting cannons of your own.
All this does not come during the first time you are facing a new strategy. Say this is your first game of SC and your opponent comes and Cannon cheese you. Most of the newer players will have trouble in facing something new. As you play more games and practice more, you will most likely to face a different wide variety of strategies being thrown at you by your opponents. Be it a fast bio push, banshees, 6 pool rushes, proxy gate zealots, very quick hatchery expo etc. You will start to slowly adept to what is being thrown at you.
This is what game sense generally comes in. A lot of the times, a majority of players will not be able to predict the outcome of a battle. You have 10 Stalkers facing and army of 50 Speedlings. A good player will be able to tell the he will most likely to lose the battle. A player without much experience will try to engage the battle and lose all of his Stalkers. This is one of the important aspects of game sense, to be able to predict the outcome of a battle. Too many times have I seen my Random Team allies engage a battle the is impossible to win.
This should be a better example. You send your 9th Pylon probe to scout your opponent. Upon reaching his base, you see no Pylons or whatsoever. Your first response will be to start scouting your base surroundings for proxy cannons or gateways. This is a game sense. A lot of pro players can tell approximately what their opponents has at a give point of time. Say a Colossus shouldn't appear at 5 mins of the time as it's most likely an Illusion.
You have read from a forum from Team-liquid.net on how to stop cannon rushes in PvP. The next time, you face someone who cannon rushes you. From what you, had read, you are required to send 3-4 probes per cannon, 1 to chase his probe, while chrono boosting out your Zealot. You manage to stop the rush and win the game. This is what you have learn. So basically you will do the same tactic to fight off cannon rushes every time.
In my opinion game sense comes purely on practice and experience. The more you practice against and with a strategy, the more you understand the match up. You will most likely to make the decision based on your previous encounter with the same strategy that wins you the game. You will see a lot of pro players being thrown off their game, when something unexpected happens. Game sense tells you what you should do during certain situation.
Finally, Game Sense generally is an accumulation of experience and practice that automatically tells you what is the course of action during certain situation which requires a very quick thinking and decision making. Finally remember to practice, practice and practice.
Game-sense or game-centred approach is the use of games or match play situations where the players are empowered to think of tactics, quick decision making and problem solving in a highly motivational environment. (http://www.bharatiyahockey.org/gurukul/class2.htm)
The definition above gives a very clear description on what a game sense is. In a game of Starcraft, very often you encounter situation that requires a very quick thinking of strategy, for eg. when your opponent starts to build a Pylon and Proxy cannon at your base in a PvP match. You have to make a very very quick decision here whether will you be able to stop those cannons from going up or prepare with getting an expo up, or getting cannons of your own.
All this does not come during the first time you are facing a new strategy. Say this is your first game of SC and your opponent comes and Cannon cheese you. Most of the newer players will have trouble in facing something new. As you play more games and practice more, you will most likely to face a different wide variety of strategies being thrown at you by your opponents. Be it a fast bio push, banshees, 6 pool rushes, proxy gate zealots, very quick hatchery expo etc. You will start to slowly adept to what is being thrown at you.
This is what game sense generally comes in. A lot of the times, a majority of players will not be able to predict the outcome of a battle. You have 10 Stalkers facing and army of 50 Speedlings. A good player will be able to tell the he will most likely to lose the battle. A player without much experience will try to engage the battle and lose all of his Stalkers. This is one of the important aspects of game sense, to be able to predict the outcome of a battle. Too many times have I seen my Random Team allies engage a battle the is impossible to win.
This should be a better example. You send your 9th Pylon probe to scout your opponent. Upon reaching his base, you see no Pylons or whatsoever. Your first response will be to start scouting your base surroundings for proxy cannons or gateways. This is a game sense. A lot of pro players can tell approximately what their opponents has at a give point of time. Say a Colossus shouldn't appear at 5 mins of the time as it's most likely an Illusion.
You have read from a forum from Team-liquid.net on how to stop cannon rushes in PvP. The next time, you face someone who cannon rushes you. From what you, had read, you are required to send 3-4 probes per cannon, 1 to chase his probe, while chrono boosting out your Zealot. You manage to stop the rush and win the game. This is what you have learn. So basically you will do the same tactic to fight off cannon rushes every time.
In my opinion game sense comes purely on practice and experience. The more you practice against and with a strategy, the more you understand the match up. You will most likely to make the decision based on your previous encounter with the same strategy that wins you the game. You will see a lot of pro players being thrown off their game, when something unexpected happens. Game sense tells you what you should do during certain situation.
Finally, Game Sense generally is an accumulation of experience and practice that automatically tells you what is the course of action during certain situation which requires a very quick thinking and decision making. Finally remember to practice, practice and practice.
Huk v Loner at BlizzCon by Day9
HUKKKKKKKKKKKKK......... Noooooooooo...........
Huk didnt perform too well on Blizzcon for every Huk fans out there. However, do not be sad cause another Protoss Master, NexGenius had taken it down. The finals and grandfinals between NexGenius and Loner were epic and a must watch. I'll try to link them when they are up.
Here is a match between Huk and Loner the finalist.
Huk didnt perform too well on Blizzcon for every Huk fans out there. However, do not be sad cause another Protoss Master, NexGenius had taken it down. The finals and grandfinals between NexGenius and Loner were epic and a must watch. I'll try to link them when they are up.
Here is a match between Huk and Loner the finalist.
Clash of the Titans!! GSL winner Fruitdealer vs Boxer SC1 Legend PvZ
Heres a showmatch game at Blizzcon between the GSL (Korea's biggest SC2 tournament) winner Fruitdealer against the Legendary Boxer from SC1. Very very high level plays. Enjoy!!
Zerg Macro!!
I have some goodies for you Zerg players out there. These videos are done by Siraz, so all credits goes to him. He did a good job of outlining the general Zerg game decisions and gameplay. Macro macro!!
KOTH Nani vs Ret PvZ SC2 Tips
Sup,
This is the King of the Hill series, where the winner stays and the loser is out. A week later, a new challenger will face the previous week winner and this goes on. Today we have Naniwa the very good Protoss which is famous for his Dual Nani Stargate Phoenix strategy. A lot of you including me have quite a bit of problem against Zerg since the new patch. A lot of Protoss are complaining about the effectiveness of Roaches in PvZ. These videos casted by Colin will give you some insight of the matchup. Whether Nani wins or lose you will learn a lot from these games. Enjoy.
This is the King of the Hill series, where the winner stays and the loser is out. A week later, a new challenger will face the previous week winner and this goes on. Today we have Naniwa the very good Protoss which is famous for his Dual Nani Stargate Phoenix strategy. A lot of you including me have quite a bit of problem against Zerg since the new patch. A lot of Protoss are complaining about the effectiveness of Roaches in PvZ. These videos casted by Colin will give you some insight of the matchup. Whether Nani wins or lose you will learn a lot from these games. Enjoy.
A good korean PvT
This is generally what you Protoss players want to do against Terran. Survive, get Colossus. A lot of games can end here. However, if game goes longer, get Zealot legs and High Templar for Storm. If you manage to survive so far, you will mostly win the game against most Terran due to your Tech advantage against a same food army or his slightly bigger army. Colossus + Zealot Charge+Storm = GG Terran. Enjoy.
PvZ MLG Winners bracket finals HUk v Idra
Heres a game played on the past weekend at MLG. This is the winners bracket finals. HUK went 2-0 every game on his way here. Idra isnt less well known himself too. A very very top tiered Zerg foreigner playing on the pro Korean scene. Enjoy.
PvP TTOne v Kiwikaki
Sorry guys, I don't have much time writing on this blog so I'll just post some good videos. Here's one between two very very good Protoss players TTOne and Kiwikaki. Enjoy!!
2v2 with Huk & CellaWerra
This is how you play 2v2. Learn from the top 2 players, Huk and Cella, a very top tiered Zerg. Holy Check.
Patch 1.1.2 is now live
Quoted from Blizzard.
StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty patch 1.1.2 is now live! This patch features adjustments to protoss, terran, and zerg balance and several bug fixes. Be sure to check out the full patch notes below to learn all about the latest changes.
StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty – Patch 1.1.2
General
• Players will no longer receive achievement toasts while their status is set to "Busy."
• The messaging when attempting to load a saved game or replay from a previous version has been clarified.
• Adjusted the amount of points earned and lost by random team participants to properly reflect the strength of a player's teammates.
Balance
• PROTOSS
o Buildings
• Nexus life and shields increased from 750/750 to 1000/1000.
o Void Ray
• Damage level 1 increased from 5 to 6 (+4 armored).
• Damage level 2 decreased from 10 (+15 armored) to 8 (+8 armored).
• Flux Vanes speed upgrade bonus decreased from 1.125 to 0.703.
• TERRAN
o Buildings
• Barracks requirement changed from Command Center to Supply Depot.
• Supply Depot life increased from 350 to 400.
o Medivac
• Acceleration reduced from 2.315 to 2.25.
• Speed reduced from 2.75 to 2.5.
o Reaper
• Nitro Packs speed upgrade now has a Factory Requirement.
o Thor
• Energy bar removed.
• 250mm Strike Cannons is now cooldown-based on a 50-second cooldown. Ability starts with cooldown available (useable immediately after upgrade is researched).
• ZERG
o Buildings
• Hatchery life increased from 1250 to 1500.
• Lair life increased from 1800 to 2000.
• Spawning Pool life increased from 750 to 1000.
• Spire life increased from 600 to 850.
• Ultralisk Cavern life increased from 600 to 850.
o Corruptor
• Energy bar removed.
• Corruption is now cooldown-based on a 45-second cooldown. Ability starts with cooldown expired (must wait for full 45-second cycle before usable).
o Infestor
• Fungal Growth now prevents Blink.
o Roach
• Range increased from 3 to 4.
Bug Fixes
• Fixed an issue where players could not cast the Feedback spell on Point Defense Drones.
• Fixed an issue where the Phoenix would continue to channel Graviton Beam after the target died.
• Fixed an issue that would cause Larvae to spawn and be hidden behind Zerg eggs.
• Fixed an issue where players were unable to navigate to the Single Player page or watch replays after canceling map downloads from the queue.
• Fixed a desync that could occur on user-created maps with custom mod dependencies.
StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty patch 1.1.2 is now live! This patch features adjustments to protoss, terran, and zerg balance and several bug fixes. Be sure to check out the full patch notes below to learn all about the latest changes.
StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty – Patch 1.1.2
General
• Players will no longer receive achievement toasts while their status is set to "Busy."
• The messaging when attempting to load a saved game or replay from a previous version has been clarified.
• Adjusted the amount of points earned and lost by random team participants to properly reflect the strength of a player's teammates.
Balance
• PROTOSS
o Buildings
• Nexus life and shields increased from 750/750 to 1000/1000.
o Void Ray
• Damage level 1 increased from 5 to 6 (+4 armored).
• Damage level 2 decreased from 10 (+15 armored) to 8 (+8 armored).
• Flux Vanes speed upgrade bonus decreased from 1.125 to 0.703.
• TERRAN
o Buildings
• Barracks requirement changed from Command Center to Supply Depot.
• Supply Depot life increased from 350 to 400.
o Medivac
• Acceleration reduced from 2.315 to 2.25.
• Speed reduced from 2.75 to 2.5.
o Reaper
• Nitro Packs speed upgrade now has a Factory Requirement.
o Thor
• Energy bar removed.
• 250mm Strike Cannons is now cooldown-based on a 50-second cooldown. Ability starts with cooldown available (useable immediately after upgrade is researched).
• ZERG
o Buildings
• Hatchery life increased from 1250 to 1500.
• Lair life increased from 1800 to 2000.
• Spawning Pool life increased from 750 to 1000.
• Spire life increased from 600 to 850.
• Ultralisk Cavern life increased from 600 to 850.
o Corruptor
• Energy bar removed.
• Corruption is now cooldown-based on a 45-second cooldown. Ability starts with cooldown expired (must wait for full 45-second cycle before usable).
o Infestor
• Fungal Growth now prevents Blink.
o Roach
• Range increased from 3 to 4.
Bug Fixes
• Fixed an issue where players could not cast the Feedback spell on Point Defense Drones.
• Fixed an issue where the Phoenix would continue to channel Graviton Beam after the target died.
• Fixed an issue that would cause Larvae to spawn and be hidden behind Zerg eggs.
• Fixed an issue where players were unable to navigate to the Single Player page or watch replays after canceling map downloads from the queue.
• Fixed a desync that could occur on user-created maps with custom mod dependencies.
A must watch for Huk Fans!!
This is an interview by SchickySC with Huk as his cocast on his owngames. Surprising Huk was a Terran player on SC1. Everyone loves watching Huk's replays, where his hero probe takes on 4-5 SCVs every game. You will get his ideas regarding different maps and his decisions in game against different matchup. Huk is one of the best Protoss player on the NA server.
SC2 Tips Please Provide some Comments and Invite Your Friends!!
Hi,
I wish to have you people give me some comments on what you guys are interested. Whether do you guys want to see more videos regarding strategies on 1v1, 2v2, general discussion or videos of pro matches? Please leave your comments. I am running short on things to write.
Please invite your SC friends to join this blog as well. I need more people to follow my blog. I hope i will get more followers soon.
Thanks.
I wish to have you people give me some comments on what you guys are interested. Whether do you guys want to see more videos regarding strategies on 1v1, 2v2, general discussion or videos of pro matches? Please leave your comments. I am running short on things to write.
Please invite your SC friends to join this blog as well. I need more people to follow my blog. I hope i will get more followers soon.
Thanks.
Street Fighter 3 Match of the Millenium!!
This has nothing to do with SC2. This video is a must watch for every Street Fighter fans. Even if your non it's still a must watch. Daigo the legendary Street Fighter player well know for his Ryu and Ken usage against Justin a top tiered player as well. They are playing in the finals of an old tournament. Just to let you know a Parry can be performed to stop any damage from your opponent. You only have a very small MILI SECONDS to use this. Watch it for yourself.
PvP Stopping Cannon Rush
Cannon rush is a very effective strategy on lower leagues. If you want to know how to perform this scroll to my previous post on how to perform it. This video shows you how to stop a cannon rush as a Protoss. A failure to scout a cannon rush means a loss normally for you as it's very very hard to stop once a cannon or two goes up.
Normally you will send your 9th Probe to build a Pylon and then sending him out to scout. Upon reaching your opponents base, this will tell you what your opponent is doing. If you see a forge up, be PREPARED for cannon rush. Quickly scout around your base for the Probe and hidden pylon. Start pulling your mining Probes to attack the Pylon and any upcoming Cannon and sending another two Probes to chase the opponents Probe. So basically 4 Probes on any cannon that starts building, 2 Probes chasing your opponents Probe and Chrono boost out your Zealot. 4 Probes will take down a cannon that is starting to build. Your main point is not to let any cannon go up which surviving till your Zealot is out. If you manage to stop their cannon rush, most of the time your seriously ahead of your income.
If your opponent manage to get up a few cannon at your base, do not give up. You still have the last option of saving up 400 minerals and throw up an expansion at the Gold expo if theres any. You can still climb back from here due to a lot of players thought they already had you with the cannons.
Another way to stop a cannon rush is to build cannons your self. Having your own Cannons up will stop their cannons from creeping to your Nexus. You can also proxy 2 Gateways outside your opponents base and base trade. Try out these strategies any see which works best for you. Good luck!!
I cant find any good videos using the Probe on cannon strategy. This video will show and example of getting an expo up.
Cheers.
Normally you will send your 9th Probe to build a Pylon and then sending him out to scout. Upon reaching your opponents base, this will tell you what your opponent is doing. If you see a forge up, be PREPARED for cannon rush. Quickly scout around your base for the Probe and hidden pylon. Start pulling your mining Probes to attack the Pylon and any upcoming Cannon and sending another two Probes to chase the opponents Probe. So basically 4 Probes on any cannon that starts building, 2 Probes chasing your opponents Probe and Chrono boost out your Zealot. 4 Probes will take down a cannon that is starting to build. Your main point is not to let any cannon go up which surviving till your Zealot is out. If you manage to stop their cannon rush, most of the time your seriously ahead of your income.
If your opponent manage to get up a few cannon at your base, do not give up. You still have the last option of saving up 400 minerals and throw up an expansion at the Gold expo if theres any. You can still climb back from here due to a lot of players thought they already had you with the cannons.
Another way to stop a cannon rush is to build cannons your self. Having your own Cannons up will stop their cannons from creeping to your Nexus. You can also proxy 2 Gateways outside your opponents base and base trade. Try out these strategies any see which works best for you. Good luck!!
I cant find any good videos using the Probe on cannon strategy. This video will show and example of getting an expo up.
Cheers.
This is how you play SC!!
This is how your suppose to play and micro in SC. If you cant and don't have 300 apm, you don't deserve to SC. Lol I'm just joking. These 2 guys are pros from Warcraft 3, Moon and Lyn at GSL season 2 Qualifier.
Cannon Rush in PvP
Cannon rush is a CHEESE which works best in PvP. This is a basic build order here.
9 Pylon
11 Forge
12 Pylon
12 Cannon
Pylon+Cannon
Try to hide your Probe at the edge of your opponents base unseen with your 9th Probe that build your first Pylon. Keep this Probe alive at all cost. Basically this is a straightforward strategy. Be prepared when your successful and your opponent will rage. This cheese strategy is mostly done on lower leagues such as the silver and bronze level. Remember to continue building Probe at your base when possible. If your opponent doesn't leave when you have a few cannons at their base, try to build up your own base with Gateways etc. They may be hiding an expansion somewhere.
Do take note the build order isn't fixed, so you can do any variation of it which deemed feasible. This standard cannon rushing will not work against Zerg due to their creep and Terran which they can lift off.
9 Pylon
11 Forge
12 Pylon
12 Cannon
Pylon+Cannon
Try to hide your Probe at the edge of your opponents base unseen with your 9th Probe that build your first Pylon. Keep this Probe alive at all cost. Basically this is a straightforward strategy. Be prepared when your successful and your opponent will rage. This cheese strategy is mostly done on lower leagues such as the silver and bronze level. Remember to continue building Probe at your base when possible. If your opponent doesn't leave when you have a few cannons at their base, try to build up your own base with Gateways etc. They may be hiding an expansion somewhere.
Do take note the build order isn't fixed, so you can do any variation of it which deemed feasible. This standard cannon rushing will not work against Zerg due to their creep and Terran which they can lift off.
TvP Beware, Protoss players out there!!
This is a game played by Lyn the Warcraft 3 WCG champion against a very good Terran OgstheSTC. Terran has a new way to cheese Protoss!!
Watch yourself to find out what actually happened!!
Watch yourself to find out what actually happened!!
A Crazy PvP: DT vs Colossus
Here we have a PvP match between Kiwikaki and Naniwa from King of the hill showmatch casted by SCworldit. A crazily close PvP match where one player ops for Dark Templar route while the other went for Colossus. Watch for yourself how this PvP unfolds.
Part 1
Part 2
Part 1
Part 2
Zealots 1 Banelings 0
Lol, this is a good video of how do you defend against Ling and Baneling bust at your main, Probes and Zealots. Kiwikaki the Protoss master pulls a magnificent micro against the Top Zerg player Machine. Pay attention to how he focus those Baneling with a Zealot and micro his probes around to prevent any bust. Machine went for a Baneling bust because he saw Kiwikaki's dual gate. Banelings are very effective against a Protoss player who has only Zealots.
If you are facing a Zerg who are trying to Baneling bust you when you went 2 gate build, try to hold out as long as possible till your opponent ran out of Zerglings. If you manage to hold out and doesn't lose too many Probes, you are way ahead. This Baneling bust+Ling push is quite considered an all in. Zerg has to sacrifice their Drone production for those Zerglings.
If you are facing a Zerg who are trying to Baneling bust you when you went 2 gate build, try to hold out as long as possible till your opponent ran out of Zerglings. If you manage to hold out and doesn't lose too many Probes, you are way ahead. This Baneling bust+Ling push is quite considered an all in. Zerg has to sacrifice their Drone production for those Zerglings.
Korean 4 Gate Push PvP
Wassup guys,
This is a very famous 4 gate push which basically resolves around getting out Warpgate technology as soon as possible. What distinguishes this from its close relative the normal 4 gate push is where you only mines 50 gas for the Warpgate technology. Then you pull your gas probes and put them into minerals. This is then done by building as many Pylons around your opponents base and start warping in Zealots when Warpgate is done. This strategy is obscenely effective and strong in PvP and done by lots of Diamond level players.Heres the build order.
10 Pylon
10 Gateway
Chrono boost out 2 probes
13 Assimilator
Chrono boost out 2 more probes and SAVE ur Chrono boost from now on
15 Cybernetic Core
When Core is up start dumping Chrono boost on the WarpGate Tech from start to finish
18 Gate
18 Gate
18 Gate
Star building pylons at opponent's base when WarpGate Tech is 3/4 Done.
When Warpgate is done, its best to start warping in Zealots in their mineral line. The first wave of Zealots will not win you right there, but the second and third wave will mostly end the game. Why is this strategy works wonders, is you are constantly Chrono Boosting your WarpGate Tech as compared to your opponent who are mostly Chrono boosting Probes for standard 12 Gate build. You will start warping in Zealots before your opponent get his. If your opponent starts kiting your Zealot with Stalkers, send 1 Zealot to chase around each Stalker.
Heres a video tutorial. Enjoy.
This is a very famous 4 gate push which basically resolves around getting out Warpgate technology as soon as possible. What distinguishes this from its close relative the normal 4 gate push is where you only mines 50 gas for the Warpgate technology. Then you pull your gas probes and put them into minerals. This is then done by building as many Pylons around your opponents base and start warping in Zealots when Warpgate is done. This strategy is obscenely effective and strong in PvP and done by lots of Diamond level players.Heres the build order.
10 Pylon
10 Gateway
Chrono boost out 2 probes
13 Assimilator
Chrono boost out 2 more probes and SAVE ur Chrono boost from now on
15 Cybernetic Core
When Core is up start dumping Chrono boost on the WarpGate Tech from start to finish
18 Gate
18 Gate
18 Gate
Star building pylons at opponent's base when WarpGate Tech is 3/4 Done.
When Warpgate is done, its best to start warping in Zealots in their mineral line. The first wave of Zealots will not win you right there, but the second and third wave will mostly end the game. Why is this strategy works wonders, is you are constantly Chrono Boosting your WarpGate Tech as compared to your opponent who are mostly Chrono boosting Probes for standard 12 Gate build. You will start warping in Zealots before your opponent get his. If your opponent starts kiting your Zealot with Stalkers, send 1 Zealot to chase around each Stalker.
Heres a video tutorial. Enjoy.
Where to check your Battle.net Rank
Hi guys, if your interested to know your Starcraft Battle.net ranking, head over to www.sc2ranks.com. You can view the top players from every server as well as the ranking and stats for any players out there whether your in the Diamond or Bronze league.
SC2 Top 10 Battles by Zerorequiem and Rydem
Here is Top 10 battles compiled by Zerorequiem and Rydem that will definitely give you a seizure. Lol.
Episode 1
Episode 2
Episode 1
Episode 2
Basic Protoss and Gameplay Mechanics by EmoStarcraft
Hello,
I have manage to find some very good Protoss guide by EmoStarcraft. Basically these 3 Parts video outlines what is written in my previous articles. These videos are a MUST watch for lower band players and try to learn as much as possible. Probably these videos will give you a better understanding and insight of the Protoss race. Do take note, these were patch 1.0. Cheers.
Part 1 Basic Protoss and Game Mechanics, Countering Proxy Two Gate
I have manage to find some very good Protoss guide by EmoStarcraft. Basically these 3 Parts video outlines what is written in my previous articles. These videos are a MUST watch for lower band players and try to learn as much as possible. Probably these videos will give you a better understanding and insight of the Protoss race. Do take note, these were patch 1.0. Cheers.
Part 1 Basic Protoss and Game Mechanics, Countering Proxy Two Gate
The SC1 Legend Boxer vs Idra TvZ
Yup, the Starcraft 1 legend, Boxer which won countless tournaments in Korea and deemed to be the very best Starcraft 1 player of all time takes on Idra, the top and favourite Zerg player in Korea. Idra is among the very first foreign professional player of Starcraft 2 in Korea. The map is on Zel Naga Caverns. Enjoy.
4v4 Replay
Here I have for you a 4v4 RT game of me and Keywinds, my friend in party. So its us+2 random players. Do take note that my Zerg ally dropped off early of the game. I do generally prefer my allies to leave for the huge income boost. This replay will give you a general taste of how to play 4v4. This is a great game and you guys should give it a try.
http://screplays.com/replays/covetousrat/10426
High Level PvP
This is a high level PvP commentary done by Husky between two highly ranked Protoss Huk and Axslav on Lost Temple. Husky has done a very good job here describing and analysing the game. You will always want to kill your opponents scouting probe to deny them from knowing which tech path you choose by getting out a Stalker. This hides your tech either in the form of 4 gate push, 1 gate robo, 2 or 3 gates robo build. Pay attention to their micros as well. Micro is very important as it can win or lose you a battle. Basically I will put it this way. Most early to mid game PvP matchups are determined by Gateway units plus some Immortals and War of the Worlds for the late game(Collosus) not taking into consideration of Cannon or proxy Gateway cheeses. Enjoy!
4v4 Team Game Strategy
A lot of you may be interested in this post. Finally, a strategy on 4v4 Team Game. First of all, I would define 4v4 whether an Arrange Team(AT) or Random Team(RT) game as a more active mindset as compared to solo 1v1 which is more towards a reactive playstyle. What I mean here is in solo, taking the Protoss v Terran matchup where a lot of Protoss players will start with a 1 Gateway 1 Robo Build. The advantage of this build is when your observer is out, you can send it to your opponents base to scout what the Terran player's unit composition and tech he has. This will determine your strategy from here on either of getting a Robotics Bay, more Gateways or setting up an expo. This is deemed a very safe build in PvT. Scouting information is one of the most important aspect of Starcraft. So basically you tailor your build to counter your opponents.
As compared to 4v4 which is a more active playstyle, where basically before you start or in the beginning of a game, you choose and determine a strategy path. This is due to the nature of team games where massing units is given a higher priority. A 400 food army will decimate a 200 food army anytime anyday. For instance, I will go stalkers or I will go zealots and Dark Templar tech or fast Void Ray strategy. You first determine a strategy you want to perform. During the game, perform the strategy. You will see a lot of players chooses the mass Blink Stalker build. This is a very strong strategy and probably my favorite one as well. The main advantages are the ability of constantly warp in units and the ease to transition into Dark Templars or High Templars. Blinking micro is very essential in this strategy. Blinking back a stalker or a few stalkers at a time when they are hit can win your countless battles. Stalker Blink micro is actually very easy to perform. When you see your front line Stalkers are being damage, just click on them and blink them back. Viola.
However, you do not stick to this strategy a 100%. Heres an example, I always build a Pylon at my main entrance at 9 and send this Probe out to scout. Upon reaching your opponents base, you see two Zerg opponents getting a very early Spawning Pool at 6 or 7 which is near completion or has already completed. This is a critical moment where you need to react against them either build Chrono Boost out Zealots and pulling out some Probes to defend or putting down another Gateway at your choke doing a full wall off. You may think this is overreact but let me tell you. You are not facing 6 Zergling like in 1v1 but double or triple the amount. 1 Zealot at a choke can only hold 5 Zerglings. Try your best to hold out as long as possible while waiting for your allies for reinforcement. If you are being taken down, do not worry, your allies will have better tech and a counter push can be done.
Here I'll outline some of the main Protoss strategy.
- 4 WarpGate Stalkers
- Zealot + Fast Dark Templar (Warp in 3 or 4 Dark Templars when your tech is done and send 1 to each of your opponents base and start killing workers. If they move their workers away, focus down the main. Most of the time your Protoss or Zerg opponent will have a detection unless a cannon or two. Only Terran can scan but can only save 1 or 2 of his allies)
- Zealot + Robotics Facility (Collosus)
- Void Ray (I personally thinks that Void Ray is bad in 4v4 due to the ease of countering them)
- Zealots + Phoenix (This is a very good strategy if there are two or more Zergs for your opponent. Hunting down Overlords and countering Mutalisks which is very common in 4v4)
- Zealot rush (This needs the help from everyone on your team for maximum damage either in the form of fast reapers, ling rush etc)
Finally remember do not engage a fight alone against two or more opponents unless you have a superior army. Just wait for your allies or you will be totally crushed leaving your allies to 3v4. Basically 4v4 is a teamwork game and only fight when most of your allies are together.
Cheers.
AT in RT?
Today I'll talk about the Arranged Team feature in Random Team. What this option is that you can create and invite your own party and search the Random Team feature with +1 or +2 player. So if you and your buddy is on a party with 2 players, you can actually search the Arranged Team 2v2 or Random Team 3v3 and 4v4. Rankings of the 2v2 will be considered Arranged Team of you and your buddy and will be ranked. However, if you searched the 3v3 or 4v4 feature, these wins are actually being considered into your 3v3 and 4v4 Random Team stats. If you have a party of 3, you can search the Random Team 4v4 feature, where 4v4 will be calculated towards your 4v4 Random Team Wins.
Blizzard has created a very interesting feature. On the pros, this system lets only 2 players to play 3 or 4 persons game. This can be quite a fun aspect if your not into the 2 player SC2 style. Unlike Warcraft 3, your team will be considered an Arranged Team whenever you have invited your friends.
The downside of this system is the creation of a unbalance team to some aspect. Team work is one of the most important factor in Starcraft team games. If your searching a Random Team 4v4, you always has the probability of being matched against a 4v4 Arranged Team. Usually an arranged team party has a better teamwork as compared to being with random players.
What me and my friends have done is to have a party of 2s to search RT 3v3 or 4v4 and a party of 3s to search RT 4v4. If both of you are decent, you can be placed into the Diamond tier very soon with a good win ratio. We have a 80-90% win ratio on our RT without actually counting the real RT. However, you will realize that, the higher you place, the points being awarded to you has a huge fluctuation. I have actually gotten a +0 points in RT 4v4 with a party of 2 due to the match making system.
Overall, I think this is an decent feature, as team games are mostly considered casual as compared to solo 1v1. Team games are mostly being played with friends in a more relaxed environment. Finally enjoy SC2.
What I have for you today will be an epic 2v2 Zerg+Protoss mirror team being casted by AleesaSC. Do take note this is prepatch. This will give you some idea of the SC team games. Do tell me if you want my personal Team Game replays on the comment section and please follow this blog if you find this blog interesting.
Cheers.
Blizzard has created a very interesting feature. On the pros, this system lets only 2 players to play 3 or 4 persons game. This can be quite a fun aspect if your not into the 2 player SC2 style. Unlike Warcraft 3, your team will be considered an Arranged Team whenever you have invited your friends.
The downside of this system is the creation of a unbalance team to some aspect. Team work is one of the most important factor in Starcraft team games. If your searching a Random Team 4v4, you always has the probability of being matched against a 4v4 Arranged Team. Usually an arranged team party has a better teamwork as compared to being with random players.
What me and my friends have done is to have a party of 2s to search RT 3v3 or 4v4 and a party of 3s to search RT 4v4. If both of you are decent, you can be placed into the Diamond tier very soon with a good win ratio. We have a 80-90% win ratio on our RT without actually counting the real RT. However, you will realize that, the higher you place, the points being awarded to you has a huge fluctuation. I have actually gotten a +0 points in RT 4v4 with a party of 2 due to the match making system.
Overall, I think this is an decent feature, as team games are mostly considered casual as compared to solo 1v1. Team games are mostly being played with friends in a more relaxed environment. Finally enjoy SC2.
What I have for you today will be an epic 2v2 Zerg+Protoss mirror team being casted by AleesaSC. Do take note this is prepatch. This will give you some idea of the SC team games. Do tell me if you want my personal Team Game replays on the comment section and please follow this blog if you find this blog interesting.
Cheers.
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