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**HDPhoenix** · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 2:26 AM

Hey everyone!

Mothership Studios is looking for upcoming talented casters! If you love talking about strategy, have a warm personality and willing to put in alot of sweat, blood and tears (and LOL trolls), than we want you! Sign for a training, get to know our crew and lets start casting ^^

Training Schedule:
Tuesday, 29th Mar, 7pm SGT - "How to fill in dead space during long games"
Wednesday, 30th Mar, 7pm SGT - "How to set up your Justin.tv stream"

+ [Tutorials] +

+ [Equipment] +

+ [Lessons] +

+ [Casters List/ sign-up] +

Casters and my critique for them
*my voice is lowered 50% so their voice stands out more

+ [SixthStarcraft] +

+ [MKP] +

+ [StitchStarcraft] +

+ [Del] +

+ [Hut] +

+ [NetherDrake] +

+ [Forsken] +

MKP · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 2:44 AM

Mememememe i wanna try out casting! XDXD

deL · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 8:09 AM

I'll do it if I buy a new mic in time. When is it?

**JacziE** · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 8:18 AM

deL casting... this I gotta hear!

**ToRSpartaz** · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 9:04 AM

Me I so wanna start getting into casting man id love to give it a go

x5.Revenant · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 9:42 AM

I vote for Ephemera!

Sixth · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 9:49 AM

^^ chooose meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee. Or not. Your choice.

NDG.Stitch · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 10:14 AM

Hey Phoenix,

This sounds so awesome!!! I really want to try co-casting with a experienced caster like you!!! I'm a noobie at casting and I just started a month ago, I hope I get this chance to do it with you!! Becuase I'm really aiming to improve my casting and be a part of the SEA casting community. Hope I get this chance to learn from you

skype = joshyshummy

**rezyn8** · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 10:29 AM

Nice work HDPhoenix - will be looking forward to the tutorials.

I am very interested in co-casting as I think it really adds something extra to the cast. However, I don't think I can make it this weekend.

Will keep an eye out for future opportunities though!

ephemera · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 10:37 AM

Sounds like it would be hilarious. Sign me up! If the two-time WCG champion, SEA superstar Revenant wants me to join, how can I say no?

Fierypower · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 12:58 PM

I vote Ephemera too! He is the man with the golden voice!

deL · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 1:00 PM

My skype is delnaga.

Wawa · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 1:08 PM

Hey Phoenix!

I wanna join in too! Looking forward to learn from someone more experienced.

When is this by the way?

mGMUSE · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 1:55 PM

Vote for ephemera the chosen tenor

FlashDrakE · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 2:50 PM

I don't mind trying out casting for once.

matthras · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 3:11 PM

Ooooh tempting. Although I can't shoutcast for entertainment. I end up being too analytical :P

StarScream · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 3:25 PM

I wanna give it a shot!!! hit me up!!!!

TAriiChard · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 4:08 PM

+ For StarScream, Del and Sitch =p

and Henry! it says that you won a tournament .. what tournament did u win?

**HDPhoenix** · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 6:55 PM

Updated!

Del (if not Stitch), Sixth and MKP will be casting with me tonight for the CnZ grand final games. Add me to Skype, AbsolutJo and see you online at 8:30pm SGT, 25 Feb '11

MKP · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 6:59 PM

ok. got it.XDXD

**HDPhoenix** · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 8:56 PM

Delayed till 9:30. Sorry, still stuck in meetings so I'll be home latr

MKP · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 9:01 PM

oh. ok. sure. XDXD finally! gonna get to cast.XDXD

forsakn · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 10:21 PM

Hi, I'm REALLY interested in getting into casting but am down with a cough this week

also I don't know if I am ready yet. Please let me know how I can try out. Thank you!

forsakn · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 10:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by forsakn

Hi, I'm REALLY interested in getting into casting but am down with a cough this week

also I don't know if I am ready yet. Please let me know how I can try out. Thank you!

Umm I know I have like 1 postcount and I'm a drone but I usually lurk lol, I signed up to post in this thread :P

TAminimat · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 10:37 PM

You should do this for the BSG's or some tourny like that, imo that would be the best tournament to get people into casting. Shotgun first cast on BSG :>

deL · Fri, 25th-Feb-2011, 10:58 PM

Sorry didn't know it was tonight - had plans, will try next week!

**HDPhoenix** · Sat, 26th-Feb-2011, 12:03 AM

@del: its cool =) This will be done long-term so there will be plenty of chances. Next slot for casting should be this coming Monday, barring an overseas trip

@minimat: yupz, will see if I can work that in ^^

@forsakn: cool, I'll add you to the list =)

The VODs for tonight's casts will be up. Feel free to give CONSTRUCTIVE criticism for some of the newer casters and mad propz to them for trying out. I expect loads of improvement from them as the weeks' go by ^^

forsakn · Sat, 26th-Feb-2011, 1:32 AM

Yay thanks! So should I add you on skype first or what ... ?

Sixth · Sat, 26th-Feb-2011, 8:46 AM

gehhh i start out so bad T_T,

Probs can't make this monday bro, maybe tuesday.

Mr_Zain · Sat, 26th-Feb-2011, 10:38 AM

I'll cast with you if you like =]. All good if you want to give others a run though - best of luck all

If I'm on and casters dont show and you need someone that is =]

Meatex · Sat, 26th-Feb-2011, 11:51 AM

I would have been very interested in this ^^
But missed my chance TT
Please tell me you'll be doing this again some time soon
Hopefully where I don't have to be lurking this site at 2am on a friday night to have a chance to respond in time lol ^^;

ephemera · Sat, 26th-Feb-2011, 6:21 PM

Tuesday sounds good! (:

NDG.Stitch · Sat, 26th-Feb-2011, 8:04 PM

NOOOO PHOENIX!!!
I'm so deeply sorry about missing out last night. I should really add you on SC2 (cause I was on last night but I didn't check the forums)
I hope I still have that super awesome oppurtunity to cast with ya :'{
Stitch, 520
Skype: joshyshummy
Msn: joshy4shum@homtail.com

(i hang at TA, 99, GnS chat rooms)

ephemera · Mon, 28th-Feb-2011, 5:33 PM

Oh gosh, I'll be back at 10-11 on Tuesday night! Hopefully you're still casting then! Last minute surprise party!

deL · Mon, 28th-Feb-2011, 5:41 PM

I will buy a mic tomorrow and cast

Can anyone recommend a brand/model headset+mic? Nothing over like $80 though please.

TAminimat · Mon, 28th-Feb-2011, 5:58 PM

deL check out the Turtlebeach X11's with the right settings they can be great and are about $80.

Here is cheapest on Ebay from Australia:
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Turtle-Beach-...item45f8ccf314

And here is the cheapest on Ebay from overseas:
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Xbox-360-PC-T...item27b875554d

If you have any spare spots HD I would LOVE to co-cast with ya.

**HDPhoenix** · Mon, 28th-Feb-2011, 8:40 PM

Hey everyone!

Thanks for all the enthusiasm! Its encouraging to see so many want to try out casting.

I just reached home so lets see who can join me at 8:30pm SGT for a round of casting. I'll find us some games to do =)

If you miss Monday's session, sign up for Weds at 8:30 SGT or next week's Mon or Tues. Pls indicate which dates you can make it

Cheers

forsakn · Mon, 28th-Feb-2011, 10:18 PM

Hi, I'd like to join in tomorrow's (Tuesday 8.30pm SGT). Buuut I have no idea what to do so I hope you can guide me along tomorrow! Thanks

Wawa · Mon, 28th-Feb-2011, 10:51 PM

Hey!
I can join in on Tuesday as well.

I need proper teachings with my casting.

MKP · Mon, 28th-Feb-2011, 11:15 PM

yea. me too. for tomorow. XD

weeA · Mon, 28th-Feb-2011, 11:19 PM

Hey i would love to do it..let me know if i can

**HDPhoenix** · Tue, 1st-Mar-2011, 1:00 AM

Sorry, forgot my SIA girl is in town so I'll be on a date ^_^. Lets do the training on Weds

Sixth · Tue, 1st-Mar-2011, 3:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HDPhoenix

Sorry, forgot my SIA girl is in town so I'll be on a date ^_^. Lets do the training on Weds

whut a pimp! =)

deL · Tue, 1st-Mar-2011, 7:18 AM

I can make any time so do whichever is suitable for you and PM me here or MSN me (I sent you a PM) to let me know when to show!

FlashDrakE · Tue, 1st-Mar-2011, 11:11 AM

ignore this post

FlashDrakE · Wed, 2nd-Mar-2011, 1:44 PM

i'll be there on friday!

**HDPhoenix** · Tue, 1st-Mar-2011, 5:02 PM

Tutorials, equipment and past lessons sections added in. Videos soon

StitchStarcraft training video released, comments needed. If your comments is constructive and helpful, will include it in the video, with due credit going to you.

**HDPhoenix** · Wed, 2nd-Mar-2011, 1:31 AM

Big apologies to everyone but my Thai counterpart called me this afternoon. I am on the first flight to Bangkok tmr and I'll be back Thurs night. Sorry for the cancelations...

To make up for it, I'll do a 2hr caster training on Friday night, starting at 7pm SGT (9pm AUT) so we can fit in 4 casters instead of 2. Please sign up so I can prepare.

Thanks!

forsakn · Wed, 2nd-Mar-2011, 2:06 AM

I'll be there on Friday!

DRFT · Wed, 2nd-Mar-2011, 1:57 PM

Pik meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!

deL · Wed, 2nd-Mar-2011, 4:42 PM

I'll be there friday too

got a nice new mic for you Phoenix!

MKP · Wed, 2nd-Mar-2011, 5:03 PM

meme! XDXD

HuT · Wed, 2nd-Mar-2011, 5:30 PM

I'm keen to sign up for this if you're still taking people.

ephemera · Wed, 2nd-Mar-2011, 6:09 PM

Checking my schedule Friday, if not next Tuesday is the best (:

**HDPhoenix** · Fri, 4th-Mar-2011, 3:13 PM

I just got surprised by premiere tickets from my sister, as a birthday present. So I'll be at Marina Bay Sands tonight to watch Lion King but once again, I'll have to postpone the caster training.. I know this is getting to be a terrible habit. Trying to reach Benji to see if he would be interested in subbing for me...

If not, I am casting the BSG tomorrow so I will gladly co-cast with you all during that. Should be able to work in many more casters that way too.

Once again, sorry for the postponement once again... Life is so hectic..

FlashDrakE · Fri, 4th-Mar-2011, 5:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HDPhoenix

I just got surprised by premiere tickets from my sister, as a birthday present. So I'll be at Marina Bay Sands tonight to watch Lion King but once again, I'll have to postpone the caster training.. I know this is getting to be a terrible habit. Trying to reach Benji to see if he would be interested in subbing for me...

If not, I am casting the BSG tomorrow so I will gladly co-cast with you all during that. Should be able to work in many more casters that way too.

Once again, sorry for the postponement once again... Life is so hectic..

No problem.

forsakn · Fri, 4th-Mar-2011, 8:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HDPhoenix

I just got surprised by premiere tickets from my sister, as a birthday present. So I'll be at Marina Bay Sands tonight to watch Lion King but once again, I'll have to postpone the caster training.. I know this is getting to be a terrible habit. Trying to reach Benji to see if he would be interested in subbing for me...

If not, I am casting the BSG tomorrow so I will gladly co-cast with you all during that. Should be able to work in many more casters that way too.

Once again, sorry for the postponement once again... Life is so hectic..

Tomorrow sounds good.

deL · Fri, 4th-Mar-2011, 5:16 PM

Yuck who wants to cast with a dirty win-trader.

**HDPhoenix** · Sat, 5th-Mar-2011, 4:51 PM

Tonight's casting is ON!!

Here's the deal. Basically I will add everyone to the skype conversation and will also be specs. Everyone but myself and the dude/dudette I'm casting with will be muted on Skype but otherwise free to control the camera. When I do the VODs, I will be following your camera view and provide feedback.

Hope to see you tonight. If you haven't already added me, my ingame ID is HDPhoenix 202 and my Skype is AbsolutJo

forsakn · Sat, 5th-Mar-2011, 5:46 PM

Okay awesome! I need to go out and grab a quick dinner but I should be home by 8. I'll ping you on skype then~ thanks!

deL · Sat, 5th-Mar-2011, 5:54 PM

I'm not on Bnet cos I am watching FXOmOOnGLaDe play and stream lags when SC2 is open, but hit me up on skype when it's all going down!

I'd rather cast a later round if possible so I can watch my teamie play

FlashDrakE · Sat, 5th-Mar-2011, 7:56 PM

gonna grab dinner first, if you're available to let me cast after 7:30 message me on bnet/skype, i added you on both (netherdrake.479 on bnet, bryan.sum1 on skype)

deL · Sat, 5th-Mar-2011, 8:51 PM

Thanks it was fun n_n

FlashDrakE · Sat, 5th-Mar-2011, 9:35 PM

nice to get a chance to cast with an experienced caster, thanks for the opportunity

**HDPhoenix** · Sat, 5th-Mar-2011, 11:27 PM

You guys were awesome ^^ Pleasure to cast with you all. Will be doing this again hopefully for next week's BSG

VODs and tutorials soon. I know I've been slacking on that

**HDPhoenix** · Mon, 7th-Mar-2011, 2:54 AM

Updated with Del, Hut, Netherdrake and Forsken casting videos! I took my own voice out and put in clips of just you guys, so it is easier to pin-point what is good and what needs improvements.

Will go through this tomorrow and give comments. If people are interested in giving constructive criticism, I'm sure the casters will not mind it (except Del, he'll troll you for life)

frozen_water92 · Mon, 7th-Mar-2011, 10:03 PM

If there's more events like this in the future, please count me in!
Bnet: Nameless.172
Skype: frozen_water92
^.^

**HDPhoenix** · Fri, 11th-Mar-2011, 9:14 PM

Originally, i thought I wouldn't be able to do more caster training due to a previous commitment but that's been cleared so...

March 12th Casting Training with HDPhoenix is onz!!!!! If you're an aspiring caster or a caster who wants to brush up on his/her techniques, I will be running the training from 7pm SGT till 9pm SGT. We'll probably do games from the recent tournaments, I'll pick a few.

Add me on Skype: AbsolutJo and I'll handle the rest of the logistics.

Alright, see you tmr. I'm going to finally sit down and finish the tutorial videos and casters critique I've been too swamped to do till now =)

FlashDrakE · Fri, 11th-Mar-2011, 9:51 PM

don't mind co-casting again, was fun that time, but i'd let others who haven't tried get the opportunity to cast first

deL · Fri, 11th-Mar-2011, 10:14 PM

MoustacheDel signing up for casting!

**JacziE** · Sat, 12th-Mar-2011, 12:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deL

MoustacheDel signing up for casting!

oh my ovaries..

Paroxysm · Fri, 11th-Mar-2011, 10:39 PM

I'm interested in this. My mic broke recently, and I have been unable to cast games, however I have been streaming (without commentating) in recent times

**HDPhoenix** · Sat, 12th-Mar-2011, 3:29 AM

First lesson rendered and uploaded. Hope you guys like it.

You Tube

It will be archived on my channel as well as the thread under "lessons"

Cheers and see you all tmr for training

**HDPhoenix** · Sun, 27th-Mar-2011, 1:27 AM

Running casters training on Tuesday after work. 7pm SGT, 10pm AUT. I'll run through the aussies first so they don't have to stay up too late.

On Weds, 7pm SGT, 10pm AUT, I will be running through setting up your very own Justin.tv stream in HD quality and some of the common set up issues. No experience needed. If you want to learn to cast, I'll help you with the initial boost.

NDG.Stitch · Sun, 27th-Mar-2011, 1:36 AM

Will definitely tune in on Wednesdays session Phoenix (If I have time). Talked to you just now about it, it's awesome that you're even making a session off of your time to help us

**HDPhoenix** · Tue, 29th-Mar-2011, 6:20 PM

Casters training running as planned in roughly 2 hours. I'm quite sick so I can't be talking much so do bear with me. See you in 2hours =)

deL · Tue, 29th-Mar-2011, 6:35 PM

During GSL World Champ event T_T

Where are my comments?

Also you can hear more of my casting here: http://www.justin.tv/jaczie/b/282214420

Paroxysm · Tue, 29th-Mar-2011, 9:44 PM

Add me in pleaseeeee?

**HDPhoenix** · Tue, 29th-Mar-2011, 10:53 PM

Yeah Del, that was a bad call on timing but I didn't want to shift it. Then again, I was so sick today, I took medicine when I reached home and it knocked me right now till now... So.. epic fail. We'll do the training another time and still do the Justin.tv / Xsplit tutorial tmr.

Once again, sorry for the missed lesson...

NDG.Stitch · Wed, 30th-Mar-2011, 12:19 AM

Aw man Phoenix, I hope you feel better soon!
Anyways I got terrible news! i can't make it tomorrow cause i have an event to attend at school. Is there a possibility I can get a ... somewhat of a recording or something? Because I have spring break next week and I'm going to be a lot more involved with casting and helping people out with whatever they need. So it'd be nice to have this tutorial

**rezyn8** · Wed, 30th-Mar-2011, 3:39 PM

Get well mate - hopefully I will be able to make the next one