You will not have to wait for that long to get a confirmation regarding your participation in the Open Bracket. Matter of fact I just sent out replies/confirmations to about a dozen applications.
I'm really excited to come to the SEA region for the very first time. Your community intrigued me ever since I got to know team aLt in the WC3L Qualifiers years ago. We want as many of you local heroes in the tournament as possible! So please don't hesitate to apply, there is still quite some room in the open bracket!
Edit: Should have added: I'm Shawn, the IEM Headadmin.
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