[Eldrid]

Hey guys,

Edit: I will be updating this with previous coaching sessions and their topics periodically! So sticky this post and keep coming back to it, OP will contain valuable info!

Edit: I will be offering free coaching on mondays and thursdays via my stream chat (www.twitch.tv/eldridtv) which I will be turning on at around 8pm (sydney time 8pm AEDT) on both nights. This coaching will go for ~2hours, and be eligible for everyone who is in the chat for free! The only thing is that TGM subscribers (the grandmaster manual) will be given preference. If no one from TGM is around, yes, you will be able to get free coaching!

I am currently high GM (~rank 20 SEA, high masters NA, possibly low GM level but im unsure of this as i dont play there enough, and low/mid masters Kr) and play Zerg. My preference of coaching will obviously be zerg players, however, if there are no zerg players and a terran wants coaching, i would be happy to offer some tips to your TvZ. I will not coach, for example, TvT or TvP, as I just dont play these matchup's and i would not be giving the best advice because of this.

Why am i doing this? To gain exposure, so people know my name, as well as gain experience in coaching. When i get better, and i feel my coaching is good enough, i will start charging for the coaching. This may be in 1 month, 6 months or never.

So tune in and show the love!

PS: Uploading some of the actual streamed coaching sessions ive done, so that if you missed a day you can easily go and watch or re-watch a show and take notes if you want!

http://www.twitch.tv/eldridtv/b/305057392 - I give macro/transitioning/engagement & unit composition analysis on a macro ZvT, from 11:00-45:00 in the video timer with a platinum zerg player.

http://www.twitch.tv/eldridtv/b/305057392 Scouting & reaction help vs a 4gate ZvP with platinum zerg player. Time in video is from 45:10 - 1:02:00 (2 games, second game is me playing with some helpful tips and tricks).

http://www.twitch.tv/eldridtv/b/305057392 - Full analysis on a longer (and crazy at times) ZvZ. Time in video 1:12:00 - 1:47:35 *warning* not a standard ZvZ the whole way through, but I do pause for long intervals and talk about ZvZ, sometimes just generalizing, and WHY I dont feel like it's a coinflip matchup (like so many people do, including myself from 3-6 months ago!)

Will be doing more of the above ^

I really need some help with twitch.tv - i try and do highlights so i dont have to look through and give you guys times of a video, but when i highligh it just goes to a "processing" screen, and never gets off that screen. Help??


Thanks guys

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[Zanderax]

I've had him and he is really good. Take advantage of this now!

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ToRSmotPokingFish:

yea you have had him ;)

[iVnStinger]

Sign me up!

[lolwut]

Hi Eldrid .

I would love to have coaching from you at that time but my internet is too crappy to join streams. I have internet which resets every 12 hours with a small amount of data which means i can watch about 10 minutes of youtube/stream before it goes to dial-up and unplayable lag. For some reason though sc2 runs lag free for 5-6 hours .

So my question is could i be in some other place at that time except in your stream chat? Thanks in advance ;D

[Eldrid]

Originally Posted by lolwut

Hi Eldrid .

I would love to have coaching from you at that time but my internet is too crappy to join streams. I have internet which resets every 12 hours with a small amount of data which means i can watch about 10 minutes of youtube/stream before it goes to dial-up and unplayable lag. For some reason though sc2 runs lag free for 5-6 hours .

So my question is could i be in some other place at that time except in your stream chat? Thanks in advance ;D

Hey lolwut!~

Fosho man, i wanted everyone to be in my stream, but for something like what you've mentioned this is 100% fine.

You will need skype and a mic, of course. Organise this before hand if possible!

If you just message me on the night or come into channel "crux" (my clan) and say hi to me during those times, if i havent got a TGM member right then ill ask you if you are ready for a coaching session

If anyone else is like this, please mention it to me before the night - otherwise ill be taking people out of stream chat!

[Rage]

Eldrid knows lots about the game. Its a pity he's too bad to do any of it, but he can't be perfect at everything ;D

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	Eldrid:	your just too gosu for me !! :( nerf protoss? :P ♥
	SLCN.NXZ:	Show him 2 base muta isn't viable vs 2 stargate phoenix

[Zoomkins]

i would love some zerg coaching, im only a silver zerg player though. I got skype and a mic and all that jazz

[MooZfY]

I want free zerg coaching!!

[Volition]

Zoom you should offer me free coaching!

[asdfSchnitzel]

Is there any way to receive coaching without skype/mic?

[JoFritzMD]

I am willing to swap my main race to zerg just to get your skype deets.

[ToRDeathsFang]

Hmm, my brain is processing things.
Eldrid = Zerg
Me = Zerg
Eldrid is offering free coaching.
How can i benefit from this?
Oh yeah, free coaching ftw!!

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SLCN.NXZ:

Haha, I liked the thought process

[Eldrid]

massive bump and reminder to everyone that the first session of this will be on tonight ! ^^

[EsKy]

I'd be up for some Eldrid coaching.

[PanDMonium]

I got some coaching from Eldrid, and what I liked most about it was that he helped me clear up some uncertainties that I had about my play style. He helped me conceptualize certain game variables a little bit better, and having a fresh pair of eyes going over my replays with me was an obvious help. After incorporating these items, I have been winning much more frequently, and I am on the cusp of a promotion.

Also, Eldrid is very courteous, and you can tell he really cares a lot about helping people improve and being successful as a coach. Recommended.

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	ROOTPetraeus:	damn fine review.
	Eldrid:	thanks man <3

[Eldrid]

Hey guys,

Due to SEACL i need to change my tuesday coaching day to another day. I would prefer not to do fridays/saturdays (party nights) or wednesdays due to the weekly CO if i want to join this on a particular week.

So that leaves mon OR sunday AND thursdays which i will be doing these sessions on from now on from 8pm aedt - does anyone have a preference? Would anyone prefer either of these days?

Post up or pm me which you would prefer, and i will announce my new day soon!

[Eldrid]

I have uploaded the OP with more content, links to previous coaching sessions with descriptions for ppl looking for help on a specific matchup with times there for your convenience!

I will add more as I go.

[ZergGirl]

Private coaching plzthx.... i just couldnt do it in public.

[Eldrid]

just pump some concrete and let me stream it

[cruxBsK]

Can you teach me how to beat zerg?

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Eldrid:

yes ^^