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■ Mahrai Ziller
■ Hardback
army value
■ Mahrai Ziller
■ Hardback
economy
Play-by-play (49 lines)
0:07 Hardback spawns at s1 in Orange while Mahrai Ziller spawns at s2 in Green.We're underway — Hardback spawns at s1, Mahrai Ziller answers from s2.
0:32 Hardback gets Deep Six against Mahrai Ziller's 2 Gate Goons.The builds are down: Deep Six from Hardback, 2 Gate Goons from Mahrai Ziller.
— The early game —
1:17 Hardback places down a command center.More workers, more money: Hardback expands.
1:38 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Quietly, Mahrai Ziller adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
2:07 Eager to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
2:43 Mahrai Ziller starts pushing across the map.Mahrai Ziller tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
3:17 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
3:54 All of a sudden, Mahrai Ziller has no armies left while Hardback is continuing to push across the map!The engagement breaks Mahrai Ziller's way of life — Hardback marches on.
4:22 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
4:53 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
5:25 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
5:52 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Mahrai Ziller plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
6:25 Hardback decides to put on early pressure on his opponent by bringing out his marines.No patience from Hardback: the first units are already marching.
6:54 Mahrai Ziller decides to start pushing across the map.Mahrai Ziller has seen enough — the army moves out.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
7:37 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
8:08 Hardback fends off Mahrai Ziller's early goons with his marines.Hardback holds the early rush without blinking.
8:39 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
9:00 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Mahrai Ziller's force and backs off.
9:36 Hardback decides to put on early pressure on his opponent by bringing out his marines.Hardback goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
10:02 Mahrai Ziller is pushing out with his dragoons.Mahrai Ziller tests the door early. Is anyone home?
10:38 Currently, neither Hardback nor Mahrai Ziller appears to be leading in economy.The economies mirror one another. Nothing between Hardback and Mahrai Ziller yet.
11:09 Hardback places down a command center.More workers, more money: Hardback expands.
11:39 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Quietly, Mahrai Ziller adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
12:18 The battle to decide the game begins!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
12:41 With really nice micro, Hardback kills off Mahrai Ziller's dragoons.Mahrai Ziller wasn't ready. Hardback's early aggression takes the lead.
13:23 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
13:45 Mahrai Ziller destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Mahrai Ziller clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
14:15 Hardback figures he has enough vultures to put on early pressure on his opponent so he decides to push out.No patience from Hardback: the first units are already marching.
15:01 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
15:25 Mahrai Ziller's mismicro cost him his dragoons and probably this game! Hardback continues pressuring with his marines and vultures!The early pressure works — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller's front door.
16:03 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
16:19 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Hardback edges ahead on army strength.
16:50 Hardback decides to put on early pressure on his opponent by bringing out his marines.Hardback goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
17:29 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
17:54 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Quietly, Mahrai Ziller adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
18:40 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
— The mid game —
19:14 With a few well placed mines, Hardback swept through Mahrai Ziller's army!Mahrai Ziller's defense bends, then snaps. Hardback takes the middle of the game.
19:41 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Mahrai Ziller's force and backs off.
— The late game —
20:13 Mahrai Ziller destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Mahrai Ziller clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
20:46 Hardback's vulture-tank ball is getting large, and it starts to roll out of the base!Hardback's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
21:16 After suffering a devastating loss in the battle, Mahrai Ziller GGs!Nothing left to defend with — Mahrai Ziller taps.
GG. Hardback closes it out over Mahrai Ziller.
■ Mahrai Ziller
■ Hardback
army value
■ Mahrai Ziller
■ Hardback
economy
Play-by-play (48 lines)
0:15 The game starts with Yellow Mahrai Ziller spawning at s3 and Red Hardback spawning at s2.Cross positions or close ones, it starts here: Mahrai Ziller at s3, Hardback at s2.
0:32 Hardback gets Siege Expand against Mahrai Ziller's 2 Gate Goons.Scouting done, plans revealed: Mahrai Ziller's 2 Gate Goons against Hardback's Siege Expand.
— The early game —
1:09 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Quietly, Mahrai Ziller adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
1:50 Hardback decides to expand.More workers, more money: Hardback expands.
2:25 Attempting to end the game, Mahrai Ziller moves out with his armies.Mahrai Ziller tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
2:53 Hardback figures he has enough vultures to put on early pressure on his opponent so he decides to push out.Hardback goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
3:21 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Mahrai Ziller plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
3:46 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
4:26 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
4:57 Hardback lost some of his marines to Mahrai Ziller's goons.The early pressure works — Mahrai Ziller breaks Hardback's front door.
5:40 Mahrai Ziller destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Mahrai Ziller clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
5:59 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
6:42 Mahrai Ziller is putting on early pressure with his dragoon.No patience from Mahrai Ziller: the first units are already marching.
7:13 Hardback figures he has enough vultures to put on early pressure on his opponent so he decides to push out.Hardback tests the door early. Is anyone home?
🎙 Hardback is a step behind and knows it.
7:35 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
8:20 Mahrai Ziller successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.The attack shatters on Mahrai Ziller's line. Great positioning.
8:47 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
9:11 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Mahrai Ziller's force stays on that battlefield.
— The mid game —
9:56 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
10:23 Mahrai Ziller decides to push out with his dragoon.Mahrai Ziller goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
10:48 Mahrai Ziller is having a hard time catching up with Hardback's number of expansions.Mahrai Ziller needs an expansion soon or Hardback's economy simply wins this.
11:19 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
12:09 The battle to decide the game begins!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
🎙 Mahrai Ziller edges ahead on army strength.
12:37 Hardback's mismicro cost him his marines and probably this game! Mahrai Ziller continues pressuring with his dragoons!Hardback wasn't ready. Mahrai Ziller's early aggression takes the lead.
13:02 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
13:45 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
14:20 Mahrai Ziller is pushing out with his dragoons.Mahrai Ziller tests the door early. Is anyone home?
14:39 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
15:16 Mahrai Ziller successfully pressures Hardback with his dragoons! Hardback is contained.Hardback wasn't ready. Mahrai Ziller's early aggression takes the lead.
15:54 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Mahrai Ziller's force stays on that battlefield.
— The late game —
16:21 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
16:50 Hardback's command center has been destroyed by Mahrai Ziller.The base falls. Mahrai Ziller rips Hardback's economy back a full step.
🎙 Mahrai Ziller holds the stronger army for now.
17:28 Mahrai Ziller decides to push out with his dragoon.No patience from Mahrai Ziller: the first units are already marching.
18:04 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
18:32 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
19:10 Mahrai Ziller successfully pressures Hardback with his dragoons! Hardback is contained.Hardback wasn't ready. Mahrai Ziller's early aggression takes the lead.
19:28 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Mahrai Ziller's force stays on that battlefield.
20:13 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
20:44 Mahrai Ziller is putting on early pressure with his dragoon.Mahrai Ziller goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
21:03 Hardback having no armies left to defend, has no choice but to tap out.That's it. Hardback looks at the field one last time and concedes.
Hardback taps out. Mahrai Ziller's early game was simply better.
■ Mahrai Ziller
■ Hardback
army value
■ Mahrai Ziller
■ Hardback
economy
Play-by-play (303 lines)
0:18 The game starts with Yellow Hardback spawning at s1 and Orange Mahrai Ziller spawning at s3.We're underway — Hardback spawns at s1, Mahrai Ziller answers from s3.
0:26 Hardback opens 1 Fact Double Expand against Mahrai Ziller's 14 Nexus.Scouting done, plans revealed: Hardback's 1 Fact Double Expand against Mahrai Ziller's 14 Nexus.
— The early game —
0:48 Hardback places down a command center.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
1:20 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
1:28 Hardback figures he has enough vultures to put on early pressure on his opponent so he decides to push out.Hardback goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
1:53 Mahrai Ziller is putting on early pressure with his dragoon.No patience from Mahrai Ziller: the first units are already marching.
2:27 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
2:47 Mahrai Ziller's mismicro cost him his dragoons and probably this game! Hardback continues pressuring with his marines and vultures!Mahrai Ziller wasn't ready. Hardback's early aggression takes the lead.
3:08 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
3:26 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
3:37 Hardback decides to start pushing across the map.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
4:05 Mahrai Ziller is pushing out with his dragoons.Mahrai Ziller goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
4:26 Hardback places down a command center.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
4:46 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
5:15 The battle to decide the game begins!The dance is over. They fight.
5:44 Mahrai Ziller successfully pressures Hardback with his dragoons! Hardback is contained.The early pressure works — Mahrai Ziller breaks Hardback's front door.
5:52 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
6:09 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
6:39 Unwilling to make the game too long, Hardback starts moving out.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
6:55 Mahrai Ziller starts pushing across the map.Mahrai Ziller has seen enough — the army moves out.
7:18 Hardback's army is small compared to Mahrai Ziller!Hardback needs production, fast; Mahrai Ziller's army has outgrown his.
7:36 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
8:01 Hardback's defending marines kills Mahrai Ziller's early goons.Hardback holds the early rush without blinking.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
8:20 It seems that Mahrai Ziller only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
8:47 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
9:20 Hardback places down a command center.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
9:27 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
9:55 Mahrai Ziller is putting on early pressure with his dragoon.No patience from Mahrai Ziller: the first units are already marching.
10:10 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
10:34 Hardback fends off Mahrai Ziller's early goons with his marines.Hardback holds the early rush without blinking.
10:53 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
11:18 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Mahrai Ziller's force and backs off.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
— The mid game —
11:48 Hardback's vulture-tank ball is getting large, and it starts to roll out of the base!The composition is ready; Hardback starts the push.
12:08 In terms of army size, Hardback is behind Mahrai Ziller!Hardback is badly outgunned — Mahrai Ziller's force is a size larger.
12:28 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
12:45 Tank placement and mine placement are equally important! Hardback abuses his placement advantage to the limit and cuts through Mahrai Ziller's army!Mahrai Ziller's defense bends, then snaps. Hardback takes the middle of the game.
13:07 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
13:33 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
13:47 Hardback places down a command center.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
14:21 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
14:38 Hardback successfully blocked Mahrai Ziller from harassing his economy.Mahrai Ziller goes for the raid — Hardback is ready, and nothing comes of it.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
14:59 Hardback tried to harass Mahrai Ziller but Mahrai Ziller successfully fends off the harassment.Hardback knocks, Mahrai Ziller answers. No damage done.
15:26 Where is Hardback's detector? Mahrai Ziller sends dark templars to harass Hardback's mineral line!Mahrai Ziller gets into Hardback's mineral line — workers are dying.
15:47 Hardback is planting mines with his vultures and... Oh! He's bringing his tank out as well! Looks like this is an attack!Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
16:09 Mahrai Ziller decides to start pushing across the map.Mahrai Ziller has seen enough — the army moves out.
16:22 Hardback places down a command center.More workers, more money: Hardback expands.
16:58 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Quietly, Mahrai Ziller adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
17:11 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
17:30 Fortunately enough for Hardback, he positioned some tanks at the high ground, and it paid off by killing most of Mahrai Ziller's armies and saved his base from wrecking havoc!Hardback absorbs the mid-game push — Mahrai Ziller gained nothing for the cost.
17:44 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
18:23 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
18:44 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Mahrai Ziller.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Mahrai Ziller shuts the door on Hardback.
19:09 Hardback is planting mines with his vultures and... Oh! He's bringing his tank out as well! Looks like this is an attack!The composition is ready; Hardback starts the push.
19:16 Mahrai Ziller brings his speedlots and dragoons to pressure his opponent.Mahrai Ziller hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
19:47 In terms of army size, Hardback and Mahrai Ziller are around equal.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
19:57 The battle to decide the game begins!The dance is over. They fight.
20:27 Mahrai Ziller kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!Mahrai Ziller wins the fight convincingly and keeps rolling forward.
20:42 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
21:01 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
21:35 Hardback's vulture-tank ball is getting large, and it starts to roll out of the base!Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
22:02 Mahrai Ziller now has enough dragoons to take the game! ... Or so he thinks.The composition is ready; Mahrai Ziller starts the push.
22:14 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
22:36 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Mahrai Ziller takes another base — the economy widens.
23:01 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
23:28 Mahrai Ziller's speedlots dealt with a lot of Hardback's tanks while they were off position! Hardback has to back off!The timing was right but the fight was wrong: Mahrai Ziller holds Hardback.
23:36 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
24:03 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
24:15 Mahrai Ziller tried to send in a shuttle but it was discovered by Hardback.Good instincts from Hardback; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
24:42 Hardback is moving his vulture-tank ball towards his opponent!Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
25:06 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
25:21 All of a sudden, Mahrai Ziller has no armies left while Hardback is continuing to push across the map!A clean, brutal win for Hardback. The push continues.
26:00 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
26:19 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
26:45 Aaaaaa, Hardback's mineral line is stormed by Mahrai Ziller's high templars!Beautiful harassment from Mahrai Ziller. Hardback's economy takes a real hit.
27:01 Hardback moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
27:12 Eager to end the game, Mahrai Ziller moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Mahrai Ziller crosses the map with everything.
27:31 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
28:02 Mahrai Ziller successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.Mahrai Ziller holds! The push breaks against a perfect defense.
28:31 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
28:44 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
29:01 Aaaaaa, Hardback's mineral line is stormed by Mahrai Ziller's high templars!Mahrai Ziller gets into Hardback's mineral line — workers are dying.
29:38 Hardback is planting mines with his vultures and... Oh! He's bringing his tank out as well! Looks like this is an attack!Hardback's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
29:45 Mahrai Ziller now has enough dragoons to take the game! ... Or so he thinks.Mahrai Ziller hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
30:08 Hardback's number of expansions are equal to Mahrai Ziller's.The economies mirror one another. Nothing between Hardback and Mahrai Ziller yet.
30:39 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
30:59 Hardback's sieged tanks saved the day! Mahrai Ziller's dragoons had to back off.The timing was right but the fight was wrong: Hardback holds Mahrai Ziller.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
31:18 It seems that Mahrai Ziller only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
31:45 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
32:08 Where is Hardback's detector? Mahrai Ziller sends dark templars to harass Hardback's mineral line!Hardback looks away for one second and Mahrai Ziller makes him pay for it.
32:15 Hardback is planting mines with his vultures and... Oh! He's bringing his tank out as well! Looks like this is an attack!The composition is ready; Hardback starts the push.
32:40 Mahrai Ziller now has enough dragoons to take the game! ... Or so he thinks.Mahrai Ziller's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
32:57 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
33:25 Mahrai Ziller's speedlots dealt with a lot of Hardback's tanks while they were off position! Hardback has to back off!The timing was right but the fight was wrong: Mahrai Ziller holds Hardback.
33:58 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
34:12 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
34:29 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Mahrai Ziller!Mahrai Ziller looks away for one second and Hardback makes him pay for it.
34:47 Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
— The late game —
35:16 Carriers massed and interceptors away — Mahrai Ziller finally moves on the tank line.Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
35:29 The battle to decide the game begins!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
35:52 Mahrai Ziller was out-microed by Hardback and loses all his attacking forces.Mahrai Ziller commits and it's the wrong call — Hardback cleans it up.
36:25 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Mahrai Ziller destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
36:37 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
37:11 Tanks, goliaths, vessels, and a minefield laid ahead of them — Hardback starts the long push.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
37:32 Mahrai Ziller has arbiters. Somewhere on this map an army is about to appear out of nothing.This is the big one — Mahrai Ziller commits the late-game army.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
37:57 Currently, Hardback and Mahrai Ziller appear to have around the same army size.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
38:04 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
38:27 Hardback breaks the choke at last — Mahrai Ziller's zealots are gone and the tanks are inside the natural.There's no rebuilding from that. Hardback's late-game push decides it.
38:53 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Mahrai Ziller's force and backs off.
39:15 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
39:41 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
39:57 Mahrai Ziller decides to start pushing across the map.Mahrai Ziller has seen enough — the army moves out.
40:14 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The dance is over. They fight.
40:44 Mahrai Ziller's storms land right on the marines — Hardback's push evaporates in front of the nexus.Mahrai Ziller holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
41:00 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
41:19 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
41:52 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
42:04 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!This is the big one — Mahrai Ziller commits the late-game army.
42:27 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
43:00 Hardback kills off Mahrai Ziller's armies and continues pushing!A clean, brutal win for Hardback. The push continues.
43:07 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
43:33 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
44:03 Hardback's number of expansions are equal to Mahrai Ziller's.Base for base, they're level — Hardback and Mahrai Ziller match each other.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
44:19 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
44:43 Mahrai Ziller starts pushing across the map.Here it comes: Mahrai Ziller crosses the map with everything.
45:04 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
45:22 Hardback kills off Mahrai Ziller's armies and continues pushing!The engagement breaks Mahrai Ziller's way of life — Hardback marches on.
45:47 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
45:57 Mahrai Ziller destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Mahrai Ziller takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
46:37 Mahrai Ziller tried to sneak in a dark templar but it was killed off before it can deal any damage to Hardback's economy.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Hardback shuts the door on Mahrai Ziller.
46:58 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
47:13 Mahrai Ziller pushes with speedlots leading, goons behind, templar held back for the storm.Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
47:38 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
47:49 Storms land on the marines and the speedlots reach the tanks. Hardback's line is broken.There's no rebuilding from that. Mahrai Ziller's late-game push decides it.
48:19 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
48:34 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
49:11 Hardback decides to start pushing across the map.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
49:20 Mahrai Ziller moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Mahrai Ziller pushes.
49:40 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
50:01 The storm never came. Hardback's vessels drained it all and the mech ball rolled straight through Mahrai Ziller.There's no rebuilding from that. Hardback's late-game push decides it.
50:19 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
50:47 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Mahrai Ziller destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
51:21 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
51:37 Mahrai Ziller moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Mahrai Ziller crosses the map with everything.
51:58 Currently, Hardback and Mahrai Ziller appear to have around the same army size.Unit for unit, Hardback and Mahrai Ziller are level.
52:14 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
52:38 Stasis on the leading tanks! Hardback's line is cut in half and Mahrai Ziller cleans up the rest.Mahrai Ziller holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
52:56 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
53:22 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
53:48 Mahrai Ziller tried to send in a shuttle but it was discovered by Hardback.Good instincts from Hardback; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
54:09 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
54:31 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
54:49 The storm never came. Hardback's vessels drained it all and the mech ball rolled straight through Mahrai Ziller.There's no rebuilding from that. Hardback's late-game push decides it.
55:19 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
55:35 Mahrai Ziller destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Mahrai Ziller takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
56:01 Hardback moves out with EMP energy banked and every upgrade finished.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
56:13 Mahrai Ziller pushes with speedlots leading, goons behind, templar held back for the storm.This is the big one — Mahrai Ziller commits the late-game army.
56:28 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
56:52 Hardback's mines and tanks catch the dragoons in the open — Mahrai Ziller loses everything.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller late.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
57:16 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
57:39 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
58:12 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
58:24 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
58:39 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
58:59 RECALL! Mahrai Ziller's entire army appears in the middle of Hardback's base and there is nothing home!The final army does its work — Mahrai Ziller breaks Hardback late.
59:27 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
60:00 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
60:20 Nice try from Mahrai Ziller to harass Hardback, but Hardback's reaction is just too agile.Mahrai Ziller goes for the raid — Hardback is ready, and nothing comes of it.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
60:37 Mahrai Ziller is in quite a huge army disadvantage, he doesn't have what it takes to win against Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller needs production, fast; Hardback's army has outgrown his.
61:06 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
61:25 Mahrai Ziller pushes with speedlots leading, goons behind, templar held back for the storm.Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
61:42 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
62:11 Mahrai Ziller's reavers and dragoons hold the ramp and Hardback cannot break through.Mahrai Ziller holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
62:18 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Mahrai Ziller's force and backs off.
62:44 Mahrai Ziller destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Mahrai Ziller takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
63:00 Hardback has been very lucky to scout the incoming harassment by Mahrai Ziller.No surprises today — Hardback's harassment is scouted early.
63:32 Mahrai Ziller is still going ahead with his harassment!Mahrai Ziller wanted to raid — instead he's pinned at home, defending.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
63:50 Mahrai Ziller casts some storm! But Hardback lost no workers.Good instincts from Hardback; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
64:15 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
64:34 Mahrai Ziller decides to start pushing across the map.Mahrai Ziller has seen enough — the army moves out.
64:50 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
65:16 Hardback is sieged behind the minefield and Mahrai Ziller's zealots never reach the tanks.Mahrai Ziller throws the endgame army in and Hardback simply refuses to lose.
65:41 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
66:12 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
66:22 Attempting to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
66:52 Mahrai Ziller decides to start pushing across the map.Mahrai Ziller has seen enough — the army moves out.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
67:08 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
67:35 Mahrai Ziller's carriers pick apart the goliaths — Hardback has no answer left in the air.There's no rebuilding from that. Mahrai Ziller's late-game push decides it.
67:47 Mahrai Ziller destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Mahrai Ziller takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
68:12 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
68:29 Tanks, goliaths, vessels, and a minefield laid ahead of them — Hardback starts the long push.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
69:01 Mahrai Ziller pushes with speedlots leading, goons behind, templar held back for the storm.Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
69:08 Hardback's number of expansions are equal to Mahrai Ziller's.The economies mirror one another. Nothing between Hardback and Mahrai Ziller yet.
69:39 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
70:04 Hardback's goliaths shred the carriers — Mahrai Ziller has to retreat.Hardback holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
70:17 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
70:42 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
71:12 Aaaaaa, Hardback's mineral line is stormed by Mahrai Ziller's high templars!Beautiful harassment from Mahrai Ziller. Hardback's economy takes a real hit.
71:24 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
71:45 Mahrai Ziller pushes with speedlots leading, goons behind, templar held back for the storm.Max supply, full upgrades: Mahrai Ziller moves out to end it.
72:05 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
72:27 Stasis on the leading tanks! Hardback's line is cut in half and Mahrai Ziller cleans up the rest.Mahrai Ziller holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
72:58 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
73:14 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
73:41 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
74:08 Mahrai Ziller pushes with speedlots leading, goons behind, templar held back for the storm.Max supply, full upgrades: Mahrai Ziller moves out to end it.
74:27 The battle to decide the game begins!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
74:46 Hardback sieged too far forward and Mahrai Ziller's speedlots got in among the tanks.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Mahrai Ziller simply refuses to lose.
75:01 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
75:27 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
75:41 Unwilling to make the game too long, Hardback starts moving out.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
76:02 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!Max supply, full upgrades: Mahrai Ziller moves out to end it.
76:24 The battle to decide the game begins!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
77:01 RECALL! Mahrai Ziller's entire army appears in the middle of Hardback's base and there is nothing home!The final army does its work — Mahrai Ziller breaks Hardback late.
77:08 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
77:37 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
77:51 Hardback decides to put some pressure on his opponent.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
78:19 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!Max supply, full upgrades: Mahrai Ziller moves out to end it.
78:38 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The dance is over. They fight.
79:13 Stasis on the leading tanks! Hardback's line is cut in half and Mahrai Ziller cleans up the rest.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Mahrai Ziller simply refuses to lose.
79:20 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
79:47 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Mahrai Ziller destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
80:01 Hardback must macro up quickly or Mahrai Ziller will just roll him over!Hardback needs production, fast; Mahrai Ziller's army has outgrown his.
80:21 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
80:42 Mahrai Ziller has arbiters. Somewhere on this map an army is about to appear out of nothing.Max supply, full upgrades: Mahrai Ziller moves out to end it.
81:23 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
81:30 EMP lands on the templar and the archons! Hardback's tanks shred what is left of Mahrai Ziller.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller late.
82:07 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
82:14 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
82:51 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
83:07 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
83:19 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
83:56 Hardback is sieged behind the minefield and Mahrai Ziller's zealots never reach the tanks.Mahrai Ziller throws the endgame army in and Hardback simply refuses to lose.
84:15 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
84:28 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
84:49 Hardback has been very lucky to scout the incoming harassment by Mahrai Ziller.Hardback's raid is spotted before it even leaves home.
85:22 Mahrai Ziller is still going ahead with his harassment!Plans change: Mahrai Ziller's raiders are needed on defense.
85:29 Mahrai Ziller tried to send in a shuttle but it was discovered by Hardback.Mahrai Ziller goes for the raid — Hardback is ready, and nothing comes of it.
85:48 Mahrai Ziller casts some storm! But Hardback lost no workers.Mahrai Ziller knocks, Hardback answers. No damage done.
86:10 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
86:46 Mahrai Ziller is in quite a huge army disadvantage, he doesn't have what it takes to win against Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller is badly outgunned — Hardback's force is a size larger.
87:11 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
87:26 The storm never came. Hardback's vessels drained it all and the mech ball rolled straight through Mahrai Ziller.There's no rebuilding from that. Hardback's late-game push decides it.
87:47 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
88:09 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
88:22 Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
88:59 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
89:09 Hardback's mines and tanks catch the dragoons in the open — Mahrai Ziller loses everything.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller late.
89:27 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Hardback edges ahead on army strength.
89:52 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
90:07 Aaaaaa, Hardback's mineral line is stormed by Mahrai Ziller's high templars!Mahrai Ziller gets into Hardback's mineral line — workers are dying.
90:38 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
91:04 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
91:22 The storm never came. Hardback's vessels drained it all and the mech ball rolled straight through Mahrai Ziller.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller late.
91:45 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army has been decimated.Hardback clips Mahrai Ziller's army — real damage, but Mahrai Ziller fights on.
91:55 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
92:26 Hardback decides to move out with his armies.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
92:59 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
🎙 Hardback edges ahead on army strength.
93:06 EMP lands on the templar and the archons! Hardback's tanks shred what is left of Mahrai Ziller.There's no rebuilding from that. Hardback's late-game push decides it.
93:42 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army has been decimated.Hardback clips Mahrai Ziller's army — real damage, but Mahrai Ziller fights on.
93:49 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
94:11 Mahrai Ziller tried to sneak in a dark templar but it was killed off before it can deal any damage to Hardback's economy.Mahrai Ziller goes for the raid — Hardback is ready, and nothing comes of it.
94:44 Mahrai Ziller is in quite a huge army disadvantage, he doesn't have what it takes to win against Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller needs production, fast; Hardback's army has outgrown his.
95:03 Mahrai Ziller tried to sneak in a dark templar but it was killed off before it can deal any damage to Hardback's economy.Mahrai Ziller goes for the raid — Hardback is ready, and nothing comes of it.
95:26 Hardback moves out with EMP energy banked and every upgrade finished.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
95:40 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
96:05 The storm never came. Hardback's vessels drained it all and the mech ball rolled straight through Mahrai Ziller.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller late.
🎙 Mahrai Ziller is hanging on by a thread against Hardback's army.
96:18 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
96:47 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
97:17 After suffering a devastating loss in the battle, Mahrai Ziller GGs!Mahrai Ziller types it out: GG.
Mahrai Ziller taps out. Hardback's late game was simply better.
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Play-by-play (318 lines)
0:10 The game starts with Orange Mahrai Ziller spawning at s2 and Teal Hardback spawning at s3.Mahrai Ziller in Orange at s2. Hardback in Teal at s3. The map is set.
0:30 Hardback gets 1 Fact Double Expand against Mahrai Ziller's 14 Nexus.Mahrai Ziller shows 14 Nexus — Hardback has gone 1 Fact Double Expand. The clock starts on who blinks first.
— The early game —
0:48 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Mahrai Ziller plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
1:05 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
1:39 Mahrai Ziller decides to push out with his dragoon.Mahrai Ziller tests the door early. Is anyone home?
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
2:03 Eager to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
2:24 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The dance is over. They fight.
2:39 Mahrai Ziller failed to kill off Hardback's defending marines.Hardback holds the early rush without blinking.
2:59 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
3:18 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Mahrai Ziller's force and backs off.
3:37 Mahrai Ziller is pushing out with his dragoons.Mahrai Ziller tests the door early. Is anyone home?
3:59 Attempting to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
4:39 Mahrai Ziller is in quite a huge army disadvantage, he doesn't have what it takes to win against Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller needs production, fast; Hardback's army has outgrown his.
5:02 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
5:14 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
5:28 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
6:06 Nice bunker placement by Mahrai Ziller, Hardback can't even find a hole to poke through with his marines.Hardback's early gamble buys nothing — Mahrai Ziller's defense was already in place.
6:13 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
6:36 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
7:06 Mahrai Ziller decides to push out with his dragoon.No patience from Mahrai Ziller: the first units are already marching.
7:25 Hardback bravely pushes out with his marines and vultures.No patience from Hardback: the first units are already marching.
7:52 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
8:07 Mahrai Ziller failed to kill off Hardback's defending marines.Mahrai Ziller's early gamble buys nothing — Hardback's defense was already in place.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
8:21 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
8:53 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
9:05 Mahrai Ziller is pushing out with his dragoons.Mahrai Ziller tests the door early. Is anyone home?
9:31 Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
9:45 Hardback decides to expand.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
10:12 The battle to decide the game begins!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
10:48 Hardback successfully fends off Mahrai Ziller's attacks.Hardback takes the fight on his terms and sends Mahrai Ziller home with nothing.
11:02 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
11:28 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
11:53 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
— The mid game —
12:16 Hardback's vulture-tank ball is getting large, and it starts to roll out of the base!Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
12:37 Mahrai Ziller is in quite a huge army disadvantage, he doesn't have what it takes to win against Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller is badly outgunned — Hardback's force is a size larger.
12:44 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Mahrai Ziller plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
13:11 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
13:29 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
13:47 Tank placement and mine placement are equally important! Hardback abuses his placement advantage to the limit and cuts through Mahrai Ziller's army!The mid-game push crashes through — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller's position.
14:23 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
14:43 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
14:56 Mahrai Ziller brings his speedlots and dragoons to pressure his opponent.The composition is ready; Mahrai Ziller starts the push.
15:23 Hardback is moving his vulture-tank ball towards his opponent!Hardback's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
15:45 The battle to decide the game begins!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
15:55 It seems like Hardback ran out of scans! Mahrai Ziller's dark templars killed off Hardback's pushing armies!Mahrai Ziller absorbs the mid-game push — Hardback gained nothing for the cost.
16:27 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army has been decimated.Hardback clips Mahrai Ziller's army — real damage, but Mahrai Ziller fights on.
16:52 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
17:02 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
17:35 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
17:43 Mahrai Ziller casts some storm! But Hardback lost no workers.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Hardback shuts the door on Mahrai Ziller.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
18:21 Hardback's cloaked wraith did not do much to Mahrai Ziller's economy.Hardback knocks, Mahrai Ziller answers. No damage done.
18:44 Mahrai Ziller moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Mahrai Ziller crosses the map with everything.
19:02 Unwilling to make the game too long, Hardback starts moving out.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
19:24 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
19:48 Hardback failed to place his tanks nicely and was caught completely off-guarded, Mahrai Ziller cleans up and continues pushing!Hardback's defense bends, then snaps. Mahrai Ziller takes the middle of the game.
20:04 Mahrai Ziller destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Mahrai Ziller takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
20:17 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
20:43 Hardback starts expanding.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
21:05 Mahrai Ziller brings his speedlots and dragoons to pressure his opponent.The composition is ready; Mahrai Ziller starts the push.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
21:20 Hardback's vulture-tank ball is getting large, and it starts to roll out of the base!Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
21:55 At the moment, neither Mahrai Ziller nor Hardback is leading in army size.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
22:17 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Mahrai Ziller plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
22:33 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
22:52 Nice tank micro from Hardback! Mahrai Ziller's dragoon micro was no match and was completely savaged!Mahrai Ziller's defense bends, then snaps. Hardback takes the middle of the game.
23:17 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
23:33 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
24:03 Mahrai Ziller starts pushing across the map.Here it comes: Mahrai Ziller crosses the map with everything.
24:14 Hardback is moving his vulture-tank ball towards his opponent!Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
24:40 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
25:16 Mahrai Ziller avoided some mines beautifully, and comes to deal with Hardback's main army! Mahrai Ziller destroys them all!Hardback's defense bends, then snaps. Mahrai Ziller takes the middle of the game.
25:23 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
25:41 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
26:10 Dropship! Dropship! Hardback drops some vultures into Mahrai Ziller's mineral line!Beautiful harassment from Hardback. Mahrai Ziller's economy takes a real hit.
26:38 Mahrai Ziller decides to put some pressure on his opponent.No more waiting. Mahrai Ziller pushes.
26:57 Hardback is moving his vulture-tank ball towards his opponent!Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
27:07 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
27:47 Fortunately enough for Hardback, he positioned some tanks at the high ground, and it paid off by killing most of Mahrai Ziller's armies and saved his base from wrecking havoc!The timing was right but the fight was wrong: Hardback holds Mahrai Ziller.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
28:02 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
28:32 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
28:47 Reaver! Reaver! Mahrai Ziller's reaver is killing off most of Hardback's workers!Beautiful harassment from Mahrai Ziller. Hardback's economy takes a real hit.
29:04 Reaver! Reaver! Mahrai Ziller's reaver is killing off most of Hardback's workers!Hardback looks away for one second and Mahrai Ziller makes him pay for it.
29:25 Unwilling to make the game too long, Mahrai Ziller starts moving out.Mahrai Ziller has seen enough — the army moves out.
29:55 Hardback's vulture-tank ball is getting large, and it starts to roll out of the base!Hardback's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
30:10 Both Mahrai Ziller and Hardback appear to have equal amount of units.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
30:40 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
30:57 Hardback hid some mines and it savaged much of Mahrai Ziller's army! Hardback's tanks easily cleaned up the rest!Hardback absorbs the mid-game push — Mahrai Ziller gained nothing for the cost.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
31:11 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
31:35 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
31:56 With a successful harassment, Mahrai Ziller hurts Hardback's economy.Mahrai Ziller gets into Hardback's mineral line — workers are dying.
32:27 Mahrai Ziller brings his speedlots and dragoons to pressure his opponent.Mahrai Ziller's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
32:37 Hardback's vulture-tank ball is getting large, and it starts to roll out of the base!Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
33:07 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
33:24 All of a sudden, Mahrai Ziller has no armies left while Hardback is continuing to push across the map!A clean, brutal win for Hardback. The push continues.
33:38 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
34:07 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
— The late game —
34:29 Carriers massed and interceptors away — Mahrai Ziller finally moves on the tank line.Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
34:46 Tanks, goliaths, vessels, and a minefield laid ahead of them — Hardback starts the long push.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
35:06 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
35:26 Mahrai Ziller successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.The attack shatters on Mahrai Ziller's line. Great positioning.
36:05 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army.Hardback clips Mahrai Ziller's army — real damage, but Mahrai Ziller fights on.
36:16 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
36:43 Mahrai Ziller moves out with his armies.Mahrai Ziller tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
36:55 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
37:29 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
37:49 RECALL! Mahrai Ziller's entire army appears in the middle of Hardback's base and there is nothing home!There's no rebuilding from that. Mahrai Ziller's late-game push decides it.
38:00 It seems that Mahrai Ziller only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
38:37 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
38:51 Hardback must macro up quickly or Mahrai Ziller will just roll him over!Hardback needs production, fast; Mahrai Ziller's army has outgrown his.
39:11 Unwilling to make the game too long, Mahrai Ziller starts moving out.Mahrai Ziller tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
39:41 Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
39:50 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
40:14 Storms land on the marines and the speedlots reach the tanks. Hardback's line is broken.There's no rebuilding from that. Mahrai Ziller's late-game push decides it.
40:43 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
40:59 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
41:17 Carriers massed and interceptors away — Mahrai Ziller finally moves on the tank line.Max supply, full upgrades: Mahrai Ziller moves out to end it.
41:41 Tanks, goliaths, vessels, and a minefield laid ahead of them — Hardback starts the long push.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
42:11 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
42:23 Mahrai Ziller kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!A clean, brutal win for Mahrai Ziller. The push continues.
42:58 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
43:22 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
43:38 Mahrai Ziller pushes with speedlots leading, goons behind, templar held back for the storm.Max supply, full upgrades: Mahrai Ziller moves out to end it.
43:59 Hardback starts pushing across the map.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
44:17 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
44:40 Hardback's goliaths shred the carriers — Mahrai Ziller has to retreat.Hardback holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
45:08 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
45:25 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Mahrai Ziller's force and backs off.
45:52 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
46:04 Hardback moves out with EMP energy banked and every upgrade finished.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
46:18 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
46:56 Hardback successfully fends off Mahrai Ziller's attacks.Hardback takes the fight on his terms and sends Mahrai Ziller home with nothing.
47:11 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
47:36 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
47:49 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!This is the big one — Mahrai Ziller commits the late-game army.
48:10 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
48:35 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
48:51 Hardback's mines and tanks catch the dragoons in the open — Mahrai Ziller loses everything.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller late.
49:31 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
49:38 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
49:57 In terms of army size, Mahrai Ziller is behind Hardback!Mahrai Ziller needs production, fast; Hardback's army has outgrown his.
50:19 Hardback dropped some marines into Mahrai Ziller's mineral line!Mahrai Ziller looks away for one second and Hardback makes him pay for it.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
50:49 Mahrai Ziller decides to start pushing across the map.Mahrai Ziller has seen enough — the army moves out.
51:09 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
51:40 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
52:01 Hardback is sieged behind the minefield and Mahrai Ziller's zealots never reach the tanks.Hardback holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
52:18 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
52:30 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
53:03 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!This is the big one — Mahrai Ziller commits the late-game army.
53:16 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
53:50 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
53:57 Mahrai Ziller kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!The engagement breaks Hardback's way of life — Mahrai Ziller marches on.
54:35 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
54:52 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
55:16 Carriers massed and interceptors away — Mahrai Ziller finally moves on the tank line.Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
55:40 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
55:50 The battle to decide the game begins!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
56:15 Hardback's mines and tanks catch the dragoons in the open — Mahrai Ziller loses everything.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller late.
56:33 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
57:05 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
57:20 Mahrai Ziller starts pushing across the map.No more waiting. Mahrai Ziller pushes.
57:41 Attempting to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
57:52 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
58:29 Mahrai Ziller's storms land right on the marines — Hardback's push evaporates in front of the nexus.Mahrai Ziller holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
58:50 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
58:58 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Mahrai Ziller destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
59:37 Mahrai Ziller's forces appear to be larger compared to Hardback's!Mahrai Ziller's army is visibly the bigger one — Hardback should not take this fight.
59:49 Mahrai Ziller pushes with speedlots leading, goons behind, templar held back for the storm.Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
60:07 Hardback decides to start pushing across the map.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
60:24 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
60:59 Storms land on the marines and the speedlots reach the tanks. Hardback's line is broken.The final army does its work — Mahrai Ziller breaks Hardback late.
61:15 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
61:37 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
61:57 Mahrai Ziller moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Mahrai Ziller crosses the map with everything.
62:31 Hardback decides to move out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
62:38 The battle to decide the game begins!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
63:08 Mahrai Ziller kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!A clean, brutal win for Mahrai Ziller. The push continues.
63:19 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
63:42 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
64:13 Attempting to end the game, Mahrai Ziller moves out with his armies.Mahrai Ziller has seen enough — the army moves out.
64:42 Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
65:03 The battle to decide the game begins!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
65:13 Hardback breaks the choke at last — Mahrai Ziller's zealots are gone and the tanks are inside the natural.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller late.
65:29 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
65:58 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
66:24 Mahrai Ziller has arbiters. Somewhere on this map an army is about to appear out of nothing.Max supply, full upgrades: Mahrai Ziller moves out to end it.
66:50 Attempting to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
67:09 The battle to decide the game begins!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
67:25 Mahrai Ziller's storms land right on the marines — Hardback's push evaporates in front of the nexus.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Mahrai Ziller simply refuses to lose.
67:51 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Mahrai Ziller's force and backs off.
68:15 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
68:31 Both Mahrai Ziller and Hardback appears to have equal expansions now.Base for base, they're level — Mahrai Ziller and Hardback match each other.
68:59 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!Max supply, full upgrades: Mahrai Ziller moves out to end it.
69:11 Hardback starts pushing across the map.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
69:40 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The dance is over. They fight.
70:08 Mahrai Ziller kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!Hardback's army evaporates. Mahrai Ziller doesn't even slow down.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
70:21 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
70:33 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
71:00 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
71:25 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
71:50 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The dance is over. They fight.
72:01 Hardback is sieged behind the minefield and Mahrai Ziller's zealots never reach the tanks.Mahrai Ziller throws the endgame army in and Hardback simply refuses to lose.
72:40 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
72:47 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
73:05 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!Max supply, full upgrades: Mahrai Ziller moves out to end it.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
73:36 Hardback decides to put some pressure on his opponent.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
73:54 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
74:16 With beautiful placement, Hardback successfully fends off Mahrai Ziller's attacks.Hardback takes the fight on his terms and sends Mahrai Ziller home with nothing.
74:50 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
75:09 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
75:16 Mahrai Ziller has arbiters. Somewhere on this map an army is about to appear out of nothing.This is the big one — Mahrai Ziller commits the late-game army.
75:50 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
76:09 The battle to decide the game begins!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
76:23 Mahrai Ziller's carriers pick apart the goliaths — Hardback has no answer left in the air.The final army does its work — Mahrai Ziller breaks Hardback late.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
76:54 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
77:05 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army.Hardback clips Mahrai Ziller's army — real damage, but Mahrai Ziller fights on.
77:42 Hardback's army is small compared to Mahrai Ziller!Hardback needs production, fast; Mahrai Ziller's army has outgrown his.
77:49 Stasis to split the tanks, then everything in — Mahrai Ziller commits!Max supply, full upgrades: Mahrai Ziller moves out to end it.
78:08 Vultures screen the flanks and the siege line advances. Hardback is coming.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
78:44 The battle to decide the game begins!The dance is over. They fight.
78:56 The battle outcome favors Hardback as Mahrai Ziller's armies melt into Hardback's armies' weapon fire!A clean, brutal win for Hardback. The push continues.
79:17 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
79:48 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Mahrai Ziller destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
80:07 Carriers massed and interceptors away — Mahrai Ziller finally moves on the tank line.Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
80:31 Hardback has the vessel count for those templar now. The mech ball rolls out.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
80:54 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
81:11 Hardback's mines and tanks catch the dragoons in the open — Mahrai Ziller loses everything.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller late.
81:33 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
81:57 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
82:20 Carriers massed and interceptors away — Mahrai Ziller finally moves on the tank line.This is the big one — Mahrai Ziller commits the late-game army.
82:36 Tanks, goliaths, vessels, and a minefield laid ahead of them — Hardback starts the long push.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
83:03 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The dance is over. They fight.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
83:22 EMP lands on the arbiters! Mahrai Ziller's recall is stranded and Hardback cleans it up.Hardback holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
83:43 Mahrai Ziller destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Mahrai Ziller clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
83:58 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
84:29 Mahrai Ziller pushes with speedlots leading, goons behind, templar held back for the storm.This is the big one — Mahrai Ziller commits the late-game army.
84:43 Hardback decides to move out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
85:03 The battle to decide the game begins!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
85:35 All of a sudden, Mahrai Ziller has no armies left while Hardback is continuing to push across the map!Mahrai Ziller's army evaporates. Hardback doesn't even slow down.
86:01 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Mahrai Ziller's force and backs off.
86:18 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
86:44 Mahrai Ziller has arbiters. Somewhere on this map an army is about to appear out of nothing.Everything Mahrai Ziller has built comes forward at once.
86:54 Eager to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
87:18 Both Mahrai Ziller and Hardback appear to have equal amount of units.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
87:35 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
88:10 EMP lands on the arbiters! Mahrai Ziller's recall is stranded and Hardback cleans it up.Mahrai Ziller throws the endgame army in and Hardback simply refuses to lose.
88:21 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Mahrai Ziller destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
88:41 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army.Hardback clips Mahrai Ziller's army — real damage, but Mahrai Ziller fights on.
89:10 Mahrai Ziller's army is small compared to Hardback!Mahrai Ziller is badly outgunned — Hardback's force is a size larger.
89:32 Mahrai Ziller's number of expansions are equal to Hardback's.Base for base, they're level — Mahrai Ziller and Hardback match each other.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
89:48 Mahrai Ziller's army is small compared to Hardback!Mahrai Ziller needs production, fast; Hardback's army has outgrown his.
90:23 Where is Hardback's detector? Mahrai Ziller sends dark templars to harass Hardback's mineral line!Mahrai Ziller gets into Hardback's mineral line — workers are dying.
90:35 Mahrai Ziller is in quite a huge army disadvantage, he doesn't have what it takes to win against Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller is badly outgunned — Hardback's force is a size larger.
91:06 Currently, neither Mahrai Ziller nor Hardback appears to be leading in economy.Base for base, they're level — Mahrai Ziller and Hardback match each other.
91:13 Mahrai Ziller casts some storm! But Hardback lost no workers.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Hardback shuts the door on Mahrai Ziller.
91:48 Aaaaaa, Hardback's mineral line is stormed by Mahrai Ziller's high templars!The raid lands — Mahrai Ziller chips away at Hardback's foundation.
91:55 In terms of army size, Mahrai Ziller is behind Hardback!Mahrai Ziller needs production, fast; Hardback's army has outgrown his.
92:14 Where is Hardback's detector? Mahrai Ziller sends dark templars to harass Hardback's mineral line!Hardback looks away for one second and Mahrai Ziller makes him pay for it.
92:45 Mahrai Ziller tried to sneak in a dark templar but it was killed off before it can deal any damage to Hardback's economy.Mahrai Ziller knocks, Hardback answers. No damage done.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
93:03 Mahrai Ziller tried to sneak in a dark templar but it was killed off before it can deal any damage to Hardback's economy.Mahrai Ziller goes for the raid — Hardback is ready, and nothing comes of it.
93:32 At the moment, Hardback seems to have more units than Mahrai Ziller.Count the units: Hardback has the edge over Mahrai Ziller right now.
93:54 Mahrai Ziller tried to sneak in a dark templar but it was killed off before it can deal any damage to Hardback's economy.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Hardback shuts the door on Mahrai Ziller.
94:08 Mahrai Ziller decides to move out with his armies.No more waiting. Mahrai Ziller pushes.
94:38 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The dance is over. They fight.
94:45 EMP lands on the arbiters! Mahrai Ziller's recall is stranded and Hardback cleans it up.Mahrai Ziller throws the endgame army in and Hardback simply refuses to lose.
95:18 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
95:34 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
95:56 Mahrai Ziller casts some storm! But Hardback lost no workers.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Hardback shuts the door on Mahrai Ziller.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
96:31 Where is Hardback's detector? Mahrai Ziller sends dark templars to harass Hardback's mineral line!The raid lands — Mahrai Ziller chips away at Hardback's foundation.
96:38 Hardback moves out with EMP energy banked and every upgrade finished.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
97:14 Hardback's forces appear to be larger compared to Mahrai Ziller's!Hardback's army is visibly the bigger one — Mahrai Ziller should not take this fight.
97:36 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
97:54 Hardback's mines and tanks catch the dragoons in the open — Mahrai Ziller loses everything.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Mahrai Ziller late.
98:05 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
98:42 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
99:02 Mahrai Ziller tried to send in a shuttle but it was discovered by Hardback.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Hardback shuts the door on Mahrai Ziller.
99:10 Mahrai Ziller casts some storm! But Hardback lost no workers.Mahrai Ziller goes for the raid — Hardback is ready, and nothing comes of it.
🎙 Hardback edges ahead on army strength.
99:29 Mahrai Ziller tried to sneak in a dark templar but it was killed off before it can deal any damage to Hardback's economy.Mahrai Ziller knocks, Hardback answers. No damage done.
100:05 Hardback moves out with EMP energy banked and every upgrade finished.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
100:12 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
100:39 The battle outcome favors Hardback as Mahrai Ziller's armies melt into Hardback's armies' weapon fire!The engagement breaks Mahrai Ziller's way of life — Hardback marches on.
101:00 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
101:20 It seems that Mahrai Ziller only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Mahrai Ziller takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
101:57 Hardback moves out with EMP energy banked and every upgrade finished.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
102:04 Mahrai Ziller having no armies left to defend, has no choice but to tap out.Nothing left to defend with — Mahrai Ziller taps.
GG. Hardback closes it out over Mahrai Ziller.
■ Mahrai Ziller
■ Hardback
army value
■ Mahrai Ziller
■ Hardback
economy
Play-by-play (58 lines)
0:10 The Purple Hardback spawns at s2 while Yellow Mahrai Ziller spawns at s4.Hardback takes s2 in Purple; Mahrai Ziller settles in at s4 in Yellow.
0:42 Mahrai Ziller gets 14 Nexus against Hardback's 14 CC.Hardback shows 14 CC — Mahrai Ziller has gone 14 Nexus. The clock starts on who blinks first.
— The early game —
1:14 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
1:31 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Mahrai Ziller takes another base — the economy widens.
2:05 Hardback bravely pushes out with his marines and vultures.Hardback goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
2:37 Mahrai Ziller is pushing out with his dragoons.Mahrai Ziller tests the door early. Is anyone home?
3:10 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
3:44 Hardback failed to kill off Mahrai Ziller's defending dragoons.Mahrai Ziller holds the early rush without blinking.
4:02 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
4:43 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Mahrai Ziller keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
5:11 Hardback bravely pushes out with his marines and vultures.Hardback goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
5:43 Mahrai Ziller decides to push out with his dragoon.No patience from Mahrai Ziller: the first units are already marching.
6:20 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
6:49 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Mahrai Ziller plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
🎙 Hardback is a step behind and knows it.
7:12 The battle to decide the game begins!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
7:31 Hardback failed to kill off Mahrai Ziller's defending dragoons.Hardback's early gamble buys nothing — Mahrai Ziller's defense was already in place.
8:03 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
8:41 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Mahrai Ziller's force stays on that battlefield.
9:05 In terms of army size, Hardback is behind Mahrai Ziller!Hardback needs production, fast; Mahrai Ziller's army has outgrown his.
9:44 Hardback decides to put on early pressure on his opponent by bringing out his marines.Hardback goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
10:19 Mahrai Ziller starts pushing across the map.Mahrai Ziller tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
10:50 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
11:14 Mahrai Ziller successfully pressures Hardback with his dragoons! Hardback is contained.Hardback wasn't ready. Mahrai Ziller's early aggression takes the lead.
🎙 Mahrai Ziller holds the stronger army for now.
11:40 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Mahrai Ziller's force stays on that battlefield.
12:11 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
12:30 Hardback decides to put on early pressure on his opponent by bringing out his marines.Hardback tests the door early. Is anyone home?
13:08 Mahrai Ziller starts pushing across the map.No more waiting. Mahrai Ziller pushes.
13:31 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
14:03 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
14:42 The battle to decide the game begins!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
15:05 Hardback's mismicro cost him his marines and probably this game! Mahrai Ziller continues pressuring with his dragoons!The early pressure works — Mahrai Ziller breaks Hardback's front door.
15:44 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Mahrai Ziller pays for that trade with about half his army.
🎙 Mahrai Ziller edges ahead on army strength.
16:10 With excellent skills and micro, Mahrai Ziller managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
— The mid game —
16:38 Mahrai Ziller brings his speedlots and dragoons to pressure his opponent.Mahrai Ziller hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
17:16 It seems like Mahrai Ziller has more units than Hardback!Count the units: Mahrai Ziller has the edge over Hardback right now.
17:38 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
— The late game —
18:15 Hardback failed to place his tanks nicely and was caught completely off-guarded, Mahrai Ziller cleans up and continues pushing!Hardback's defense bends, then snaps. Mahrai Ziller takes the middle of the game.
18:35 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Mahrai Ziller's force stays on that battlefield.
19:11 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
19:38 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
20:12 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
🎙 The scales tip toward Mahrai Ziller — a lead, but not a safe one.
20:33 Mahrai Ziller harasses Hardback's economy and gets ahead of the game.Beautiful harassment from Mahrai Ziller. Hardback's economy takes a real hit.
21:11 Mahrai Ziller brings his speedlots and dragoons to pressure his opponent.Mahrai Ziller's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
21:43 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
22:16 Mahrai Ziller avoided some mines beautifully, and comes to deal with Hardback's main army! Mahrai Ziller destroys them all!The mid-game push crashes through — Mahrai Ziller breaks Hardback's position.
22:38 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Mahrai Ziller pays for that trade with about half his army.
23:01 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
23:38 Mahrai Ziller moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Mahrai Ziller pushes.
24:14 Looking at the opponent's overwhelming forces, Hardback GGs!Hardback types it out: GG.
Hardback taps out. Mahrai Ziller's mid game was simply better.
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■ Hardback
army value
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■ Hardback
economy
Play-by-play (51 lines)
0:09 The game starts with Purple Mahrai Ziller spawning at s3 and Yellow Hardback spawning at s4.We're underway — Mahrai Ziller spawns at s3, Hardback answers from s4.
0:42 Mahrai Ziller opens 14 Nexus against Hardback's 2 Fact Vulture.Mahrai Ziller commits to 14 Nexus; Hardback answers with 2 Fact Vulture.
— The early game —
1:05 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
1:36 Hardback places down a command center.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
2:20 Mahrai Ziller is putting on early pressure with his dragoon.No patience from Mahrai Ziller: the first units are already marching.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
2:47 Hardback figures he has enough vultures to put on early pressure on his opponent so he decides to push out.Hardback goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
3:14 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The dance is over. They fight.
3:58 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Mahrai Ziller is continuing to push across the map!Hardback's army evaporates. Mahrai Ziller doesn't even slow down.
4:16 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller destroyed about half of Hardback's army.Half of Hardback's force is gone — Mahrai Ziller took it apart.
5:02 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
5:28 Hardback places down a command center.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
5:52 Mahrai Ziller decides to push out with his dragoon.Mahrai Ziller goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
6:33 Attempting to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
6:57 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.More workers, more money: Mahrai Ziller expands.
🎙 Slight advantage Mahrai Ziller as the game develops.
7:31 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
7:55 Hardback failed to kill off Mahrai Ziller's defending dragoons.Hardback's early gamble buys nothing — Mahrai Ziller's defense was already in place.
8:37 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
9:06 Mahrai Ziller only destroyed about half of Hardback's army.Half of Hardback's force is gone — Mahrai Ziller took it apart.
9:44 Mahrai Ziller decides to push out with his dragoon.No patience from Mahrai Ziller: the first units are already marching.
10:02 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The dance is over. They fight.
10:32 Hardback lost some of his marines to Mahrai Ziller's goons.The early pressure works — Mahrai Ziller breaks Hardback's front door.
11:17 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Mahrai Ziller's force stays on that battlefield.
11:38 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
🎙 Mahrai Ziller edges ahead on army strength.
12:12 Mahrai Ziller is pushing out with his dragoons.Mahrai Ziller goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
12:39 Hardback must macro up quickly or Mahrai Ziller will just roll him over!Hardback needs production, fast; Mahrai Ziller's army has outgrown his.
13:06 The battle to decide the game begins!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
13:38 Mahrai Ziller kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!Mahrai Ziller wins the fight convincingly and keeps rolling forward.
14:23 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Mahrai Ziller pays for that trade with about half his army.
14:51 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
15:27 Hardback desperate in getting his economy pumped up, expands to another location.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
15:50 Mahrai Ziller moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Mahrai Ziller pushes.
16:27 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Quietly, Mahrai Ziller adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
🎙 Hardback is hanging on by a thread against Mahrai Ziller's army.
16:49 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
17:22 Mahrai Ziller successfully pressures Hardback with his dragoons! Hardback is contained.Hardback wasn't ready. Mahrai Ziller's early aggression takes the lead.
18:07 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Mahrai Ziller's force stays on that battlefield.
18:32 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
18:51 Mahrai Ziller is putting on early pressure with his dragoon.No patience from Mahrai Ziller: the first units are already marching.
19:39 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
19:55 The battle outcome favors Mahrai Ziller as Hardback's armies melt into Mahrai Ziller's armies' weapon fire!Hardback's army evaporates. Mahrai Ziller doesn't even slow down.
🎙 Mahrai Ziller has built a commanding army lead — Hardback needs something special here.
20:43 Hardback seems to lose most of his army in that battle.That fight gutted Mahrai Ziller — more than half the force is gone.
21:01 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Mahrai Ziller's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Mahrai Ziller's force and backs off.
— The mid game —
21:46 Mahrai Ziller brings his speedlots and dragoons to pressure his opponent.Mahrai Ziller's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
22:10 Hardback having no armies left to defend, has no choice but to tap out.Hardback GGs. A hard-fought game comes to its end.
That's the game: Mahrai Ziller defeats Hardback, settled in the early game.
■ Mahrai Ziller
■ Hardback
army value
■ Mahrai Ziller
■ Hardback
economy
Play-by-play (43 lines)
0:12 The game starts with Yellow Hardback spawning at s1 and Red Mahrai Ziller spawning at s2.Cross positions or close ones, it starts here: Hardback at s1, Mahrai Ziller at s2.
0:52 Hardback opens 14 CC against Mahrai Ziller's 2 Gate Goons.Hardback commits to 14 CC; Mahrai Ziller answers with 2 Gate Goons.
— The early game —
1:08 Hardback starts expanding.More workers, more money: Hardback expands.
1:50 Mahrai Ziller decides to expand.Quietly, Mahrai Ziller adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
2:23 Hardback decides to put on early pressure on his opponent by bringing out his marines.Hardback tests the door early. Is anyone home?
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
2:51 Mahrai Ziller is pushing out with his dragoons.Mahrai Ziller tests the door early. Is anyone home?
3:42 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The dance is over. They fight.
4:12 Mahrai Ziller kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!The engagement breaks Hardback's way of life — Mahrai Ziller marches on.
4:45 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Mahrai Ziller while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Mahrai Ziller — the losses are light.
5:10 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
5:47 Hardback decides to move out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
6:30 Mahrai Ziller is putting on early pressure with his dragoon.No patience from Mahrai Ziller: the first units are already marching.
7:04 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
7:36 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Mahrai Ziller plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
8:20 The battle to decide the game begins!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
8:37 Mahrai Ziller fends off Hardback's marines with his dragoons.Hardback's early gamble buys nothing — Mahrai Ziller's defense was already in place.
9:16 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
9:56 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Mahrai Ziller pays for that trade with about half his army.
10:28 Mahrai Ziller appears to have more army than Hardback!Count the units: Mahrai Ziller has the edge over Hardback right now.
11:03 Hardback decides to put on early pressure on his opponent by bringing out his marines.No patience from Hardback: the first units are already marching.
11:42 Mahrai Ziller decides to push out with his dragoon.Mahrai Ziller goes early — pressure before either side is ready.
12:01 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
12:45 Hardback's mismicro cost him his marines and probably this game! Mahrai Ziller continues pressuring with his dragoons!Hardback wasn't ready. Mahrai Ziller's early aggression takes the lead.
🎙 Mahrai Ziller holds the stronger army for now.
13:08 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Mahrai Ziller pays for that trade with about half his army.
14:02 After that battle, Mahrai Ziller still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
14:29 Mahrai Ziller decides to put some pressure on his opponent.No more waiting. Mahrai Ziller pushes.
14:59 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
15:29 Mahrai Ziller warps in a nexus.Mahrai Ziller takes another base — the economy widens.
16:01 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
16:53 Hardback lost some of his marines to Mahrai Ziller's goons.Hardback wasn't ready. Mahrai Ziller's early aggression takes the lead.
17:14 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Mahrai Ziller's force stays on that battlefield.
17:54 Losing only less than half of his army, Mahrai Ziller seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 It's all going Mahrai Ziller's way right now.
18:26 Mahrai Ziller shot down Hardback's command center.No reinforcements in time: Hardback watches Mahrai Ziller level the expansion.
19:01 Hardback desperate in getting his economy pumped up, expands to another location.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
— The mid game —
19:40 Mahrai Ziller now has enough dragoons to take the game! ... Or so he thinks.The composition is ready; Mahrai Ziller starts the push.
20:13 Hardback having no armies left to defend, has no choice but to tap out.Nothing left to defend with — Hardback taps.
GG. Mahrai Ziller closes it out over Hardback.
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