A guest journalistic contribution submitted by the Four Letter Word of CnCNet, an individual whom many believe to be the reincarnation of Ehy.
CnC Net 5: The Return of the Noob
It's the beginning of your ra1 career, a journey everyone will take. Most start at the very humblest of beginnings.
Rarely do players join the CnCNet 5 server with the knowledge and experience to match the skills of a veteran pr0.
The pr0, although greatly outnumbered is not difficult to find. You may have noticed a clan tag for instance, someone with gold medal and colored font in chat.
Most will be identifiable by peacocking (visable flair). this attracts the noob. inexperienced players will admire a pr0 with these cosmetic features.
Unbeknownst to them that this distingquishable trait is more of a percieved social status then a reflection of skillset and character.
"Our community is like a wolfpack. Youngsters wanna prove themselves and become leaders by beating elders. It's OK. It must be. Youngsters must surpass elders some day. That's the way of the nature." -boke yuzgen circa 2016.
Much like in pr0 sports, often times the best players are just that. a better player then others, and nothing more.
This unfortunately doesn't translate into role model and leadership positions. And much like pr0 sports, just because someone is a better PLAYER at a videogame doesn't make them a better PERSON. Thus resulting in the current pr0 scene and the server in general.
Fanboys Beware I suggest with caution, to The noob and average player, or fellow pr0 do not appoint false idols soley based on playing abililty. The future of your gaming career and overall experience on the server are dependent on it! (think i'm kidding?!)
[9:05 PM]
Wait so noobs and average players actually matter? Of course! Actually more then you would ever realize... In this game of who's who, The numbers suggest the pr0s are vastly outnumbered by the common man.
The reason you may ask? there is no relationship with the pr0 community bridging the gap to future pr0s on the verge of making the next step in their play.
Lack of opportunity comes to mind as the pr0 scene gameroom is almost impossible to join. That's joining the room without being banned or kicked.
If you do manage to find a seat, better not expect to play. you will be told to change your country as spectator. pr0 rooms are 2v2 teams (only 4 players playing) and usually 4 spectators.
1 room, usually full room 8/8 and played with preset teams further removing anyone;s chance at "jumping in" for a round. When "chanced" with playing in such room Ego, Expectations, and Emotion are set high.
Often even other fellow pr0 players are on a short leash. Only getting only 1 chance to prove themselves in game. Winning? its simple the Wins are expected. period, no excuses. And losses??
As the game ends, Losses will be met with partner blame as in game frustrations bleed into the main lobby for everyone to see.
Often times forgetting they were once that very same hungry player just looking for a shot, to improve their game and get a chance in the ring with the pr0s.
ironically enough dont be surprised when the very player you fanboyed for, looked up to, and supported when you were noob, later find out is the same pr0 guy pissed with you after the game...
[9:06 PM]
Is the grass greener on the other side? To the average player or noob who has a passion for the game. Learning build orders, understanding soviet and allies factions. playing in 1v1 and team games.
Players who don't want to be kicked from game rooms anymore and are stacking some wins. Gaining some reputation from peers alike. Building confidence wanting to take the next step to push yourself out of your comfort zone. Striving for greatness, improving To get your skills up to a point where you can finally play amongst some of the highest rated pr0s within the community. Just to come to find out, a small sub group of the community, who are considered the best is actually home to some of ra1s more interesting & controversial characters. This group of players consists of but not limited to:
cheaters: (multiple offenders) some caught multiple times. some players know, some don't. (It is what it is.)
Trolls: oh ya. believe it or not some of the most toxic trolls happen to be pr0s. Weak minded pr0s who cant handle them usually tattle tale and becomes known as: a rat or snitch. (tell on other players to admins.)
Speaking of admins and admin wannabes: also are part of the pr0 community these guys have a false sense of entitlement. abusing their limited power to satisify personal needs.
Wether it be banning other pr0s for "spamming lobby" or altering the results on the ranked match system in their favor. Finally, Overrated players: players who are 1 dimensional. (SGQ tanker) 1 map wonder. (p4 2v2 only) 1 playstyle (gem builder with preset base) also players who have piggybacked off others success.
So are you getting excited yet? welcome to the big leagues, kid.
[9:07 PM]
My advice to the up n comer?! wondering what the room with the gold medal in Teal font is like. enjoy the process. some of the most fun ive had with the game is growing as a player. "(9) [05:43 PM] <xod7> 5 wins for me i'm almost medium". do not rush or skip this part. losing must be a essential part of any players game.
Taking losses is the only way to learn. the ability to learn from your mistakes as well as others is what will set you apart from your competitors. There is no better feeling then getting a few wins after all the beatdowns you've recieved. "(9) [05:16 PM] <DingFdong> Let me have my litlle victory they dont come that often".
The noobs greatly out number the pr0s. i think this is what cnc net 5 needs. a noob uprising. i declare this The Return of the Noob.
We aren't gaining new players, so for the game to continue we must take what we have and make it better. the noobs must become average. the average must rise up and become pr0. this is the way. pr0s need to give these on the verge players a chance to grow and become one of the pack.
most pr0s forgetting they were that same player looking for a chance years ago. From a tunnel vision point of view you could see cnc net 5 as being on the decline. maybe for the pr0 scene that is true. but overall for ra1. i see alot of opportunity for games of all types and styles.
are they going to be pr0? most likely not, but maybe with the help of a few players they could one day become "pr0 rooms", "(10) [11:17 AM] <[1]abc> someone make pro game pls" Whos next?
[9:07 PM]
example of game room selection random sunday:
(9) [05:10 PM] * Players in 1V1 NOT PRO: jack__ BombDiggity | Map: Rocky Mountain Goldr...
(9) [05:12 PM] * Players in NOOBS & MEDIUM: johto | Map: Rivers Wild (Mega 8 ...
(9) [05:15 PM] * Players in Gold Rush 3x3 SLIM: Lloyd Cp9 | Map: Rocky Mountain Goldr...
(9) [05:29 PM] * Players in [croboy-DP]-PRO P4: [croboy-DP] [BAT]Metz Zobbe [TKT]Ahlem |hK|STNK-PI [EV]-Ethia | Map: Official 2011 P4-Ras...
(9) [05:18 PM] * Players in [BAT]Hrvatska-ova igra: [BAT]Hrvats NastySant1 [BAT]Queza [BAT]Metz Jaquar [TKT]Ahlem [croboy-DP] MAMBOKING-W | Map: Official 2011 P4-Ras...
(9) [05:13 PM] * Players in [oP-Lordy]'s game: [oP-Lordy] [NM]leigh NastyRobska Dynamic |oP-Bea5ty| NastyNate t[A]nja | Map: T-Dawg by NN (Autoal...
(9) [05:18 PM] * Players in [NM]leigh's game: [NM]leigh t[A]nja RAM-yuzgen Dynamic ORA-Crushy NastyNate |oP-Bea5ty| | Map: Ad's Snowcut [2v2 In...
(9) [05:31 PM] * Players in crates t10: Bubblegum | Map: Crates of the Villag...
[9:07 PM]
Finally, a little poem:
Pr0 Scene; man it's not the same
Does it have to do with talent? it's about playing the game
The Pr0 Scene; real players is dying to get in
The Pr0 Scene; just to find they don't fit in
The Pr0 Scene; ain't what it used to be
The Pr0 Scene; trying to control the way you play
They want you to play like this and talk like that
But I'm gone play like this and talk with the smack
The Pr0 Scene; got y'all word meaning nothing
The Pr0 Scene; fuck what you heard cause he's bluffing
The Pr0 Scene; money, bitches, hate
But I dare you to try to take a fucking thing off my plate
The Pr0 Scene; if you ain't got a strong mind
The Pr0 Scene; will break you down its a matter of time
The Pr0 Scene; vultures with nothing to feast on
The Pr0 Scene; see me I'm getting my beast on
I'm not an industry artist, I'm an artist in the industry
That's why I do what the fuck I want, cause nobody can finish me
The Pr0 Scene; playing you like a Pr0 Scene bitch
They tried to finish me quick but I am long, so I stand strong...
To all dying to fit in, but born to stand out
[9:09 PM]
my shit is official
[9:09 PM]
i'm a fucking boss
[9:09 PM]
stop playing with me
[9:09 PM]
I AM NOT HUMAN
*MIC DROP*