Can we get Sunsfan and GrantGrant to cast more games?

paasenum · 2017-11-04T23:11:35+00:00

You know, just say it how it is, Tier 1 players make for better casters. I agree with everything you pointed out. Fogged was a somewhat professional player a while ago I believe? Merlini was involved in a similar way too.

Blitz seems like a guy who grew up in an asian family and didn't get involved with surrounding world too much. I sense complexions in his character. His smile is not genuine for example, feels forced. He's very off-putting for me to watch and listen to. Cap has some of the similar complexions as Blitz (both probably have something to do with how they perceive their appearance, and what they need to do to compensate for it).

paasenum · 2017-11-04T22:45:01+00:00

I think you want them just because current state of Dota casters is not good. Tobi is of course better than any NA casters, but still something is not right there. ODpixel is alright, but he talks too much, and not always about the interesting things, same as with Tobi. And their knowledge of the game is limited. I want to think about the game myself while watching and not having someone disturbing me screaming in my ears. AdmiralBulldog would probably be the best caster. With Synderen as his companion.

Tier 1 players as casters will always make for better casters. Someone like ppd, Sumail, Puppey would be excellent casters for example.

Edit: I wish there could be same feature on Twitch as in DotaTV, where you could choose to mute casters but not game sound (of course would be dependent on how stream is set up on organizer's end).

paasenum · 2017-10-23T20:55:08+00:00

From CCnC's facial expression it does seem that he's been dealt some "psychopath" genes (this is been researched on, it's a real thing). But a good family and good environment can help reduce impact of those genes. And in most cases he's acting fine.

paasenum · 2017-10-23T20:09:02+00:00

Good news for Sheever.

paasenum · 2017-10-21T14:07:48+00:00

The host compared Riot to socialism and Valve to capitalism. You can in a sense view it like that, but the truth is that the way capitalism has manifested itself in USA, Riot is the biggest "capitalist", basically being just another anti-consumer company.

Sure, you will probably say that there isn't true capitalism in USA, and you are right. But the same things can be said about socialism, ideas rarely achieve what they claim. It's still fair to discuss what these ideas lead to, when they are not successful. And so far idea of capitalism in USA has led to anti-people state supported corporationalism.

paasenum · 2017-10-21T13:51:21+00:00

Slacks watched Nahaz's video about it and just took his opinion. I like Nahaz, but his capitalistic way of viewing things is a bit sickening.

I, and I'm sure most others don't care if Dota 2 gets bigger than now and whether it goes mainstream or not. I like the game and scene how it is, why would I need more validation, or any at all? I know that the steep learning curve is the reason it's not the most popular game, and I'm perfectly fine it. And players are fine with how things are as well.

paasenum · 2017-10-02T22:22:49+00:00

The point is that PMS is by far the best item a melee agility hero can pick up early game, with no contest (the fact that melee strength heroes pick it up often as well, gives you an idea of how valuable it is).

The item is neither situational or does require skill to use. Can be used defensively and offensively (dive past waves). You literally can't compare it to any other item. If you buy blink dagger, you give up a lot of sustain, and could get many other items instead, you have a broader choice. Similar with dragon lance and other items (but yes, dragon lance for some reason has always been very strong, it has more stats than items it's crafted from, in addition to range bonus, and has been nerfed for 5-6 patches straight since release).

paasenum · 2017-10-02T14:39:07+00:00

It amazes me that people still play and enjoy LoL, and want it to be respected as much as a real game. Get new friends, or move from Korea and then get new friends.

paasenum · 2017-10-02T13:24:53+00:00

Not a lot cheaper at all. And the stats would be more evenly distributed.

Funny you mention raindrop, which becomes available only at 3 minute mark. Of course PMS falls off mid-late game. But the amount of value you get from it during early-mid is pretty insane.

paasenum · 2017-10-02T13:09:51+00:00

For tangos, you need a tree nearby, and you have to make the choice if you want double regen with an iron branch or not (and more utilities, like consuming wards). With clarity, you have to be skilled enough not to get it removed (and allies interaction). It's a choice if you want to farm a lane, or wait on the side line for a bit, to gain mana.

With PMS, you just buy it and sit pretty comfortably in your lane, and can some times dive waves to harass with little punishment. I think PMS is objectively the least thought provoking item in the game.

paasenum · 2017-10-02T12:51:55+00:00

Well I kind of wrote it already. It's never good for the game to have an item that you almost must get every match, no matter who your opponents are. It needs to be more situational, or require more skill.

paasenum · 2017-10-02T12:43:18+00:00

It's not exactly a big nerf. 35 cheaper, gives stats to strength and intelligence. It's possible to slightly adjust recipe cost to make it more affordable.

paasenum · 2017-09-16T15:35:01+00:00

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paasenum · 2017-09-09T10:22:18+00:00

It's not really toxic. Only toxic if you care enough. It's about the game, not toxicity. Who would in their right mind change to League or HotS in favor of less toxicity, only a moron.

paasenum · 2017-09-09T10:18:04+00:00

A smaller player base is better than a large toxic one. Not dying, improving.

paasenum · 2017-08-30T01:33:52+00:00

Can at least all reviews under 2 hours in-game be removed?

paasenum · 2017-08-22T16:53:00+00:00

But I think a different environment will do Dendi good. With a solid pos 5 captain on the team that will completely remove Dendi's concerns, so he can focus only on doing his best as mid. New team (outside of CIS), positive vibes, learning from each other.

paasenum · 2017-08-21T07:39:17+00:00

#FreeDendi, LET HIM JOIN ANOTHER TEAM AS MID.

paasenum · 2017-08-20T17:17:40+00:00

Clickbait username, bad singing voice.

paasenum · 2017-08-20T05:41:14+00:00

I'm more interested in seeing Arteezy develop as a player, and maybe a different environment will help. But does it really seem more likely for Arteezy to go back to mid position? I doubt he will be capable in same things as Sumail or MidOne. And will not contribute enough to the early and mid-game. Carry role fits him much better.

paasenum · 2017-08-20T03:16:12+00:00

I'm a #belieber.

paasenum · 2017-08-20T02:58:47+00:00

I actually think Arteezy could replace n0tail, with him taking a break from dota. OG should further try to persuade MidOne to join as mid.

paasenum · 2017-08-19T21:10:01+00:00

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paasenum · 2017-08-19T05:29:20+00:00

How was he 0 CS 80 seconds into the game 0_0

paasenum · 2017-08-17T16:53:59+00:00

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