[ENG] 2024 SSL AUTUMN | Ro.16 Group A (Tastosis)

[@OriginalRaisins]

My room was too hot for me to sleep. I tossed and turned and couldn't get comfortable. Then, all of a sudden, a chill swept through the house. I knew ASL ro16 group A vod had been uploaded.

[@issacb6124]

throbbing chills

[@Jamesgalc-gs8wu]

​@@issacb6124no diddy

[@SampledMeat]

Sometimes it comes to me, sometimes i come to it.

[@IIGrudge]

Are you a nerd by any chance ?

[@TheRealRaddicalReggie-o9l]

NERDAR

[@gippygames]

2 day turnaround is fantastic and is a huge improvement from the 5-7 day turnarounds you had before. Hopefully it's like that for the rest of the tournament. Thank you for all of your hard work.

[@vitaminamulti]

Doing God's work

[@IroncladAlt]

it's been this fast for a couple of seasons now but yeah the production speed has been excellent

[@TheRealRaddicalReggie-o9l]

@@IroncladAltstill to slow bro

[@IroncladAlt]

@@TheRealRaddicalReggie-o9l if you can produce these faster then by all means go ahead and try

[@bruce2042]

​@@asicveg They likely do have them finished much faster, but still have to wait for Afreeca to upload to the channel on their behalf.

[@gosuf7d762]

soulkey is godlike he controls units so smoothly like his brain is directly connected to the game

[@JJ-Toreddie]

Maybe he is...

[@kathorsees]

I'm new to BW esports after watching sc2 for years. I love BW, but I only ever played the campaign, so it's a bit less visceral/intuitive to me compared with watching sc2. it's harder to deeply empathize with great skill when you haven't tried to do it yourself. but Soulkey is so good, it translates even for me. he's the first BW player whose play gets me all excited and pumped up, he's incredible.

[@cryingcat687]

@@kathorsees try some micro maps, i am in the same boat as you and it helps me understand the level of skill

[@eurapeon]

There was a time during Jeadong's peak when he could control every zergling like it was a hero unit. His "star sense" or awareness of every opponent's move was second to none, as though he was playing without the fog of war. I've been rooting for SoulKey for a long time, but I honestly don't think there will ever be a Zerg player as good as Jeadong was at his peak

[@candleinthecastle7020]

​@@eurapeon I think effort came close in ASL 6, when he overwhelmed Last by getting burrow and managing each ling to cause him a huge amount of damage

[@eviohh]

3 AM in the kitchen grabbing food thinking I wouldn't mind watching Starcraft as I eat. Uploaded 12 mins ago. What are the odd

[@maxjk1143]

at 3am you wont last the first TvT my friend. Propably already asleep.

[@cl8804]

kinda gay

[@buttecake]

Did you wake from having a chill?

[@じょせふ-v2z]

dude opened the freezer to grab his hungryman and felt a chill

[@JJ-Toreddie]

That is the witching hour.

[@Yurinator2]

Soulkey is absolutely disgusting. Sickening play. I haven't been this excited for a zerg since when queen won back to back

[@urhere976]

Soulkey HYPE. Those games were inspiring

[@Yurinator2]

@@urhere976 He's probably the smartest broodwar player next to flash. You can actually see just how smart he is while hes playing. You can see his on the fly decision making

[@vitaminamulti]

Soulkey vs Flash

[@cl8804]

he's easily even better than queen ever was, too

[@じょせふ-v2z]

chill alert, chill alert!!!! ❄️

[@nathanwinters7822]

We are back boys!! We survived the break!!

[@michaelsloanedog]

Anti spoiler post. Love your work guys

[@captain_v7483]

“WHAT IS UP EVERYBODY”. Made my morning. Coffee time!

[@JPR3D]

I'll always remember Tasteless starting a GSL by yelling "AAAH! IT'S TIME!" For the rest of my life.

[@lowlife4103]

13:23 Tastosis Commentary starts 19:00 Game 1 start 35:50 Game 2 start

[@fingiess]

4:37 english translation starts

[@l4unchp4dgaming38]

Doing God's work here.

[@Nonxsn]

goat

[@ZoeCalico]

Tyty

[@Stukov16]

I had the weirdest dream... I was traveling across the country, enjoying the natural landscape, when my car broke down. Being on a somewhat sequestered road, I knew I just couldn't stand there waiting for help. I started to walk in a random direction and, after hours of not seeing any signs of civilization, I caught sight of the most wonderful thing. I walked all the way toward it in a trance and realized I was standing in front of a magic castle, much like the one in Mario 64. It had an incredible aura, so I entered. Emotions quickly overwhelmed me when I found all of my deceased relatives and pets inside, alive and well and eager to see me. Welcoming celebrations took place, and I could sense that I was crying with joy and healing some of my deepest and oldest traumas - I feared death and solitude no longer. But then, a slight shiver ran down my spine. Things started to slow down as my late father pointed to the top of the castle where a window had been left open. I woke up very suddenly, like Leonardo DiCaprio at the end of Inception - eyes wide open without sleepiness. I knew right there and then that SSL RO16 Group A had been uploaded.

[@Guyfrom165]

im so sad. i was in Seoul the two weeks between the groups and went home the day before this :(

[@Mafia-Cheese]

Now that's an anti timing.

[@l4unchp4dgaming38]

o7 😢

[@IYPITWL]

Not chill

[@kakanhejsan]

o7

[@Eliteownage]

bruh

[@errol1001]

The game music is so good, and the sound effects are so satisfying. If I can't hear all of that, it takes so much away for me. Glad they figured out their miss and turned the music on!

[@Grindelfein]

Thanks to all of those who make this possible, you are great, and I mean it!

[@miqotesoulia8620]

RT "its not a BCs kind of map" *40 minutes later* 👀

[@moralessanchezoscarelias6412]

At your wedding you walked down the isle with the Terran theme? 2:53:54 Damn, that's actually awesome. Big Terran Chad energy

[@ChefJeff789]

As players age, do you guys think at some point we'll have like a Brood War Silver League (55+ years old)? I would dig that. Geezer starts!

[@Stukov16]

Some concert pianists play virtuosic repertoire, pieces that require lots of stamina, speed and coordination, well into their 80s, so why not!

[@kathorsees]

I think it's definitely possible. We might even find new playstyles that are adapted for a slightly slower, but more refined performance. In SC2, you have players like Reynor, who have 600-700 APM, but are still weaker than slower, more strategic players like Serral. Gumiho is also a bit of an outlier - his hands tend to get really sweaty, so he usually plays with a small towel over his mouse. It sort of gets in the way a bit, so he favors less micro-oriented plays and relies on innovative, unique builds, even though he plays T (perhaps, the most micro-able race in sc2). So my dream scenario would be to see SC develop into a sport where age and physical fitness don't play such a huge role as to separate people 8nto different age groups, except one for kids/teenagers? Like chess?

[@jesse1381]

It's unlikely because players in their teens and 20s now who should have an age advantage are still not able to compete with the current pros in their mid 30s. The millennial generation of Starcraft players will still be the best there is even when they're 40 and 50. You won't need a different league

[@Nebulak187]

@@jesse1381 doubtful. Most quit eventually. It's mostly about motivation to put in the endless hours. Less about not being able to age-wise Look at chess not many top players 50+ around

[@gasstationpeanuts1814]

@@jesse1381 30s is where age/experience meets physical ability/speed for e-sports. After late 30s you tend to see a precipitous decline in performance, nevermind burnout and familial obligations.

[@markmuller7962]

TvT is so underrated while it's such an elegant grand strategy matchup which is a fantastic break from all the short one-sided games we've seen so far

[@xthebumpx]

I love TvT

[@abunja]

Thank goodness that the modern T players weren't afraid of going for aggressive plays or else were stuck with classic TvT snoozefest

[@markmuller7962]

@@abunja I like the "snoozfest" more

[@amai2307]

I mean, at the very least it is the third best mirror match up.

[@abunja]

@@markmuller7962 Spectating a game of chess is not for everyone, I guess

[@TheOriginalSlurgi]

This is my favorite group for sure. Sea and Soulkey in particular have super unique and entertaining playstyles, and they didn't disappoint here with their ingenuity.

[@GonzaloLozano-mb2sr]

11pm in New Zealand. It's going to be a long night

[@AdrianBusuioc]

I was refreshing the channel page literally every 5 minutes for the past 2 days😅

[@KingJames-lm8go]

must have gotten a few chills from all that refreshing ;)

[@michaelbird9148]

"SoulKey is a cross between Shine and Hero." That says it all. Some fantastic and dynamic TvT games today! Rush really responded to some wild situations.

[@highlordalarak5111]

I felt the chilling Antarctic winds of gaming shiver nerd chills down my spine suddenly I knew more asl was uploaded rushing to my KZbin page I see the smiling faces of Dan and nick and knew that despite having work in 5 hours I could sleep for about an hour let’s go!!!

[@100thMkey]

I cant believe it. its finally posted. My life will Never Be the Same After this

[@ricksexton8888]

1st game Arty said sea just can't get his legs under him... I guess no "Sea legs"... for sea...lol

[@じょせふ-v2z]

dudes i am already getting goosebumps and shivers for group B, jaedong vs bisu 🥶🥶🥶🥶

[@markpayton3895]

Lol Mini is listed as Terran in Group C.

[@adrielpahati185]

almost 4hrs of ASL/SSL? having chills right now!

[@TheOdMan]

One the best collection of TvT's I've seen in a while. Every game felt different and a lot of cool stuff was going on, very nice.

[@anthonyc719]

Wow! 4hrs holy crap. I guess that means some sick late games 🤞🏻 I absolutely wait for you guys to host this. Just wish you could control the screen too

[@eurapeon]

1:34:54 SoulKey was like the DC character Bane. Completely dismantled Rush on a psychological level. Scary how good he is

[@ezpz2680]

2:25:54 Artosis got chills

[@BatkoNashBandera774]

Group A games were so incredibly entertaining, I clenched, it was a wonderful cast!

[@scottc9151]

Watching Soulkey play, there is just...inevitability

[@Cataclysmicall]

There's a particular technique called magic boxing to ensure that a group of dropships/shuttles/overlords will all drop at the same time. Drop techniques will give you more particulars, but essentially if you click the drop button in the center of all the transports, they will all unload individually. It's a little finnicky to pull off and highly depends on the positioning of the transports.

[@markmuller7962]

Why Rush didn't D-matrix a wrait to Ki. off that 1HP hatchery?

[@ninepoints5932]

김민철 대단하다

[@drewwalbeck6006]

I'm so thankful for SSL and Tastosis, this stuff really makes my day when it's on

[@dj_koen1265]

yo lets go, that was a fast upload, im hyped for some good ol scbw

[@themanhands5599]

2:16:05 JyJ coming back for the quick SNIPE on the goliath after it takes a mine hit. Loved that.

[@Spheronic]

Soulkey is the zerg flash.

[@PrussianPirate]

Went to bed until I got the chills 😮

[@cl8804]

"cleanup on aisle four" oh, stop it, toast; you're killing me

[@anaremelam5998]

ASL is back on the menu boys!

[@shinnygummy]

three terrans, four hours. thrilling tanks

[@dirkauditore8413]

Vulture tank vulture tank zzz

[@gordontubbs]

You just know that auditorium is going to be PACKED for JD & Bisu.

[@kurtwells711]

I GROSSLY underestimated Soulkey's form and I would like to apologize. To Soulkey. To Tastosis. And to you all.

[@WatsonatorTV]

Chills of the nerd variety are setting in fast!

[@mistercroc9407]

Nobody commented on the 25:01 SCV blocking the goliath on the ramp from coming down to help. That would have instantly sent Artosis into a fit of screeching nerd rage in a ladder sesh XD

[@Ven_de_Thiel]

It’s been a looong tiiiiime~

[@Beep2bleep]

2:11:00 You discussed these players steaming but never said they don't just play SC1. I assume the issue is that they play other games but that could be discussed.

[@dj_koen1265]

that first game between soulkey and light was one of the games of all time, truly amazing

[@goodisgood153]

CHILLS ALERT

[@hotspurG]

"You still play with the music on right?’ Music starts. Great editing 😊

[@MoneyandLifeTV]

Soul key is playing 4d chess

[@zaubergarden6900]

Anyone know the name of the song that's playing during the game load-up? So much jolly! What a contrast to the "ego-empowering" songs of seasons past.

[@HappyChillmore]

I get more excited for this than any other sporting event or anything really. Thank you Tastosis

[@markmuller7962]

We're baaaaaack!

[@NightHawk92929]

2:25:50 We have chills, I repeat we have chills!

[@gfdgdfgdfgdfggfdgdfgdfgdfg9709]

Great Group! Very awesome!

[@nickbrown2328]

The chat around 2:54 - yeah, I hear both sides, I can't listen to the same song over and over either as Tasteless said, but also the starcraft game songs are masterpieces of music that somehow never get old and repetitive. I don't know if they're great because of that, or if because they're great they're that way.

[@Aktentasche1]

Oh man, feeling the chills in my very soul on this one.

[@aarongross3]

Wow some great games! Both Soulkey vs Rush games. Rush vs JyJ. Then Game 1 Sea vs JyJ!

[@RA-HADES]

During Soulkeys attack into the main on Monty Hall around the 14-15 minute mark that ended with a defiler that didn't get any further use If he had consumed the zergling under the dark swarm & plagued the production buildings, he would've forced some repairs that would economically cripple the Terran The game would've been wrapped up much faster, was he going easy on them?

[@Agagdhshh]

28:32 two shotting missle turrets with mutas, as terran you have to have a minimum of 8 turrets in each base in a tight group protecting your workers but also close enough to factories to give the goliaths a safe rally point

[@kevingarnett1255]

I slipped and fell and hit my head 7 years ago. Some chills brought me out of a coma tp watch this asl

[@MeteCanKarahasan]

Had the ASL chills, Caught the SSL fever, Artosis when is the group stages, Tasteless who is the winner?

[@ltsjack]

Watching Soulkey play vs. Rush is just insane. It's reminiscent of watching the top chess engines completely dismantle top grandmasters in chess, he's just making it look like Rush never had the slightest chance to begin with.

[@grahammelcher5735]

I lay in bed And stare ahead A cat pressed flat on top my head Against my existential dread Not ready for what lies ahead Then chills run up and down my spine Alone my phone gives a small chime And suddenly I’m feeling fine New SSL is just in time

[@Sugondese_Knots]

That intro music is sick, is there a full version?

[@usmh]

"SSL, formerly known as the ASL" is quite a long name.

[@godlyobject6509]

Once again, I have to thank the translations!

[@TheOdMan]

15:45 Unless you're Mini, then you pick Light for some godforsaken reason.

[@HasekuraIsuna]

I think that hubris of Mini is what brought on this age of Terran. That's the single moment that sparked it.

[@ooker777]

In that episode I remembered he explained that as Light had always been picked last and this not having a chance to pick anyone, he picked him so that he could have a chance to pick other

[@albinjarnroth1065]

Man, that TvT on Minstrel. I would love to see Mind play that map in a longer TvT.

[@The8bitFighter]

I usually don't care much for TvT but that final game was amazing. That map produces the sickest games.

[@BubberTubber]

Losers match game 1 was amazing. Love to see it.

[@JerseySlayer]

Don't care how long it takes for y'all to upload these. I'm on your time, gents.

[@eduardopfranco]

Soulkey is so consistent.

[@Supershadow7890]

I might have chills guys idk

[@betabenja]

3:18:38 vulture moonwalk

[@xeryues]

leggo! tastosis too! Now to find 3 hours of break in the midst of a work week so i can watch the whole thing uninterrupted by stupid meetings.

[@kristianl1485]

My friend's wife just delivered their firstborn baby. That's when I knew... new ASL vid must be up

[@memph1ston]

***SPOILER BREAK**** . . . . . 3 2 1 Holy shit Soulkey is so good. Effortlessly dismantling Rush while WINGING IT in game #2... insanity. And the balls to say "I didn't use any of the builds I really prepared"... He just might be unstoppable.

[@netnazgul]

Group C is so strong, that Mini decided to switch to Terran, is that the ultimate protoss corner cutting?! 14:40

[@Powder_Keg]

1:32:18 the sound of chills

[@Neveragain905]

Lol 😂

[@B12adSC]

I already know what's going to happen but ill rewatch this for sure

[@twinesper]

Good game 1 4 7 8, nice back & forth game 2 5 9, amazing 3rd.

[@nicholasscott2118]

HEY BABE, NEW TASTOSIS CAST JUST DROPPED, WAKE TF UP!!!!!

[@nickwatson7164]

spoiler: I'm happy that Soulkey got out first, but i am sad that i dont get more Soulkey games. His hydra play in ZVT is my favorite thing right now in BW. Reminds me of Geoff everytime. Man Zerg FTW

[@alexanderson3837]

I must say this group paired well with a craft beer and an eggroll.

[@markmuller7962]

Could have Rush go BCs as he was semi contained? Edit: Nvm Artosis just said that this isn't a BCs map 😆

[@debostahn]

We found out on the Secret Podcast that Tasteless got engaged. Congrats tasteless!!

[@markmuller7962]

That new ZvT opening strategy is pure poker

[@paulkruger7934]

holy shit that final interview, that's a man on a mission

[@samrands5967]

God too much TvT it's taking me like 3 days to finish this vod

[@MeteCanKarahasan]

Lol, Sea the assistant group selection deputy.

[@458Dubai]

I already watched them, but rewatching to support.

[@sleeper1855]

Spoilers Well fought by JYJ vs Rush, he played a big portion of that game down on supply and made a big comeback. I think Arty was right though - the BCs were not the move.

[@parallel38]

rush wins by having higher apm, he just macro'd more units when they were micro battling

[@Fedorchik1536]

Why does Tastosis not available now? Had to use VPN to watch this video (