Eric Van Allen's discussions

My comment about tiers was more towards the perceived balance/strength of a character, and that just because you don’t see a character a lot in pro play doesn’t mean they’re bad. (I added quotes to clear that up a little more.) Read more

That makes a lot more sense than my interpretation of “awww, it’s like they’re all on a little boat together!” Read more

Hey! For sure. Just added an extra sentence above the spoiler warning to clarify what kind of spoilers are in the solution. Read more

It’s so easy to watch and understand, and was even a “gateway esport” for a friend of mine. You don’t have to retain too much knowledge about mechanics or abilities, there aren’t timers or odd aspects of maps, it’s just a pitch, six cars, and a ball. Read more

The new Snail Mail music. Read more

Fold if I’m taking it leisurely, whatever works if I’m in a hurry. Read more

As a Texan, HEB. Read more

Read, and not just about things you cover. Cheesy but it works. Read more

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Bo-Taoshi

Netflix or music in the background, stretch often, build a fake coworker you can high-five throughout the day, drink water. Read more

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Ah, I wasn’t aware Modern was another designation. I’ll change the phrasing so it isn’t confusing. Read more

The first season of the Overwatch League is split up into four stages, each of which is like its own contained mini-season. There are still overall standings, which will determine the season playoffs and grand finals, but each stage has its own standings and playoffs as well.
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For sure, Tanukana is no slouch. It was definitely considered an upset though, beating a pro that pretty consistently places in top spots, and really it’s about her pop-off afterwards. You can see how psyched she was to take out Saint. Read more

As if I wasn’t pumping this through my speakers while writing this post.

Oh no, I thought Ascension was next week! I’ll add it to the above. Read more

Don’t forget farmer Goku, Adult-Kid Goku from GT, and Goku: Xeno. Read more

I’ve seen a few differing leaks at this point so I think a curve ball could still be coming. That said, I’m really hoping for Caulifla / Kefla and Android 17, the latter even more so after Super’s finale. Read more

An earlier version of this story referred to Lythero as “a streamer.” Read more