Speaking of MOON, this guy doesn’t look like a Korean. He is calm, introverted, careful, tenacious, and polite... In short, he is not like the Koreans in the public impression, who are passionate and carefree, so GOSTOP will raise his middle finger to SKY in Monza, while Moon will show his face to China after the game. The player said sorry, so rude (I'm sorry, I'm rude).
The first time I saw Moon was probably in the WEG arena. He didn’t seem to be able to play well in the first WCG, because the Korean ghost clan was in full swing at the time, and the four ghost kings were blocking the way. Although Moon also had consecutive games. When I passed several levels, I always had bad luck on WCG. So when I saw him at WEG, I was a little casual, but then I saw his ID when I came on stage, and holy shit, he was moon. In addition, SKY introduced him and interviewed him, so he was considered acquainted. My first thought was "Is this guy Japanese? He's so soft..." The e-sports industry is actually a very prosperous place with many young people, so there are actually very few introverts like him. Counting it, there should be another outlier. He's a French TOD (but he's a good drinker). He doesn't like to make a sound most of the time. If he loses a game, he'll just sit around and just go away, unless he's asked to go drink. Moon doesn't even drink much.
When we were at Monza, I remember that everyone was actually quite nervous, afraid that he would face off against SKY early, because he was too strong at that time. Later, Grubby, who also won two championships, had not yet reached his peak at the time. In the final At that time, I was sitting in the off-site broadcast room watching the SKY finals with me. I forgot who Moon was eliminated by, but that time the Koreans were very nervous because of Gostop, so his defeat was covered up. SKY Tailwind We were all so happy that we successfully defended our title. Even though it was stormy and rainy that night, SKY and I and several Chinese players persisted in the stands of the Monza F1 track until the end, watching the gold medal pass through the hands of players from different countries. Pass it on and hang it around your neck as a souvenir. Occasionally I turned around and saw Moon sitting in the last and highest place, watching the people below passing SKY's gold medal around. I pointed it out to SKY, and SKY and I went up to talk to him. I asked him stupidly if he wanted to take it. Taking a picture with the gold medal, he smiled and said "next year, it's mine". But no one expected that he would never be able to fulfill this wish in his life. (Someone pointed out that Moon did not go to Italy in 2006. I checked and it was indeed true. He was eliminated by Fov in the qualifiers. It seems that I recorded Soju as Moon here. Sorry)
In Seattle At that time, Moon was still the favorite to win, almost second only to SKY. Moreover, at that time, Korean StarCraft players were known as the strongest team and their momentum was overwhelming. The Chinese people are the most powerful in World of Warcraft. XiaoT, fly and sky, plus PJ who is full of boss style, are also shouting five and six every day, so every day I hear Koreans and Chinese in two groups shouting five and six to go out to eat and drink, because there is only one nearby. Korean restaurants have rice, but it’s gone if you go there late, but I’ve rarely seen Moon with Koreans, but I met him eating with HOT one night. In fact, Moon doesn't get along with Korean players. Maybe it's because he's too introverted, maybe because his grades are too good, or maybe he's too close to the Chinese. In short, except for his agent and team leader, I rarely see him. With other Koreans, the exception is of course when you have to go on stage or receive an award.
In the semi-finals, SKY eliminated Grubby early and met Moon in advance. On the other side was Kou Rou, who was considered to be a low threat, so we all thought that this game was an early championship life and death showdown. Although they were good friends off the court, Sky showed no mercy, and they won Moon hard in two fierce battles. At that time, we were all crazy, thinking that the three consecutive championships had been achieved, so we rushed to hug Sky, sang and danced, held up the national flag, and left Moon dry. On the side. It was Moon who took the initiative to reach out from the crowd and shake Sky's hand. Turn around and walk to the corner under the stage.
The next day, PJ who entered the StarCraft finals and Sky who entered the World of Warcraft finals both lost. Everyone was confused by the great sadness after the great joy, especially the loss against Sky. Everyone thought it was a definite victory. The first game was a quick win, the second game was overturned, and the third game was another wave of failure. When Sky walked off the stage, the muscles in his face were twitching, and no one said anything. He and king also walked to the corner. King stopped us and told him to be quiet, but I saw Moon walking away from the other side. past. Speechless.
In Cologne, Sky did not come this time, and Moon’s opponent was replaced by Grubby. We were all cheering for Moon. A Korean reporter who knew me said, "You really regard him as one of your own!" "I said, "He deserves this championship. We wish him success. We all support him except Sky. Grubby already has a championship." Unfortunately, he didn't win. Grubby also achieved two championships. It was the first time I saw Moon's tears outside the court. I couldn't help it. His team leader and manager held him up and kept slapping him on the back. , but there was no sound of crying at all. He was really sad to the extreme.
I couldn't bear to disturb him, so I stood behind him until he calmed down. I went up and said to him: "You are the best, we are waiting for you in china, next year. Keep fight." His eyes were swollen. I said thank you in Chinese.
In Chengdu, he lost to the later champion infi. We still went up to comfort him and asked him to treat him to Sichuan food. He smiled and said OK. So we ate and drank together. During this period, many girls asked him to sign autographs and take photos. He was very cooperative and the meal lasted for more than two hours.
In 2010, it was the United States again. I didn’t have time to go this time, and neither SKY nor MOON qualified, so we watched the Koreans win the first World of Warcraft championship on the video. But I really hope it is the unassuming Moon holding the Korean flag on stage.
In Busan in 2011, Moon was placed with SKY and fly in the group stage. I had already changed careers and had no chance to watch the game in person. I saw the results in an Internet cafe near the train station, and the Moon team was Eliminated, fortunately his opponent will accompany him and comfort him.
In 2012, in Shanghai, we all knew that Warcraft’s time was running out. There are only 8 people participating, all old friends. In the end sky defeated moon and they hugged each other. There may be no champion, but friends will always be there. I couldn't help running to Kunshan on the last day. I stood in the audience and looked at them with tears streaming down my face...
Well, this year we watched him and lost 1:2. Mr. Dan, to be honest, I am actually not happy at all. I am even sad, because this talented Warcraft player known as the fifth race will never have the chance to make up for this regret in his career. He left us so many amazing and brilliant moments, but we failed to see his perfection. Do the Chinese lack this championship? In fact, there is really no shortage, but Moon really needs this championship. The moment he stepped off the stage. I was inexplicably reminded of the blue figure in the 1994 World Cup final.
Well, regarding Warcraft, the game is over. Everyone is free to enjoy their leisure time in the future. I hope to see Moon move to SC2 one day to make up for the regrets of WCG. I am honored that I had the opportunity to witness their most exciting moments in the e-sports arena. This is the honor of my life.