[Paroxysm]

Originally Posted by NvPinder

We've had those competitions, they're called nation wars. This is state of origins.

For one, Nation Wars didn't include states, so it's a totally different thing. We can have states competing against everyone, as opposed to a boring Australian only competition that we so frequently see. It would be great, in my opinion to try and link up a tournament between all of the states as well as people from other countries so that they can represent themselves and fight for their geographical location's respect on our forum.

Again, I'm going to say, this is not just an Australian forum. I'm from QLD, but I'd love to see the talent of our community who reside in NZ, or Singapore etc. compete against people from my state. I am of the opinion that if you want to further esports in our community, you cannot just prevent certain people from playing because of their geographical location. It makes absolutely no difference as to whether or not they are in Australia. There WILL be an army of people supporting them just as much as there would be people supporting QLD or NSW. The whole point is to have a competitive scene in which people represent their place of origin in Starcraft 2. It's not rocket science to say that everyone on our forum should be able to partake in the tournament.

All in all, it is deL's choice as to whether or not other places are included, but these are just words for thought.

Quick Comments

	Zealo:	then organise another nation wars... this is state of origin
	deL:	Guys we should stop LANs cos they don't include everyone it's not fair

[TACosmic]

Originally Posted by Paroxysm

Again, I'm going to say, this is not just an Australian forum. I'm from QLD, but I'd love to see the talent of our community who reside in NZ, or Singapore etc. compete against people from my state. I am of the opinion that if you want to further esports in our community, you cannot just prevent certain people from playing because of their geographical location. It makes absolutely no difference as to whether or not they are in Australia. There WILL be an army of people supporting them just as much as there would be people supporting QLD or NSW. The whole point is to have a competitive scene in which people represent their place of origin in Starcraft 2. It's not rocket science to say that everyone on our forum should be able to partake in the tournament.

All in all, it is deL's choice as to whether or not other places are included, but these are just words for thought.

This event holds high regard for those that were around during the BW days, when the community was extremely tight - almost non-existent and honestly only had around 40 active members. The best of the best players within Australia would be duking it out for the pride of their cherished state. It held huge importance for the players and a win was considered the ultimate bragging rights.

If I recall correctly, the big names at the time included players such as Spud, Pinder, Frugga, Etude,EdgE, GoD, Sensei, and even Glade. The SoO was such a massive event that it even forced international superstars such as Legionnaire out of retirement/inactivity. The whole Aus community at the time would view these games, with each individual having own their equal share of pride on the line.

Changing the rules of this event and the manner in which it will be played would be a huge slap in the face to the "old-school" players within SC2 who are, unbeknownst to many, the roots of Australian StarCraft.

With deL running these events again, I'm sure the tradition behind this event will be respected and most importantly, be enjoyed to the fullest extent!

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	[TA]LoSt:	Extremely well-written and true
	syfChadMann:
	mOOnGLaDe:	im glad i got to experience one of them in bw!