Friendly · Bo5 · engine casual v1
· Fri, Oct 2 2026 · 09:55 server time
casual ground
Games
4 · · ▶ replay
■ Watchword
■ Hardback
army value
■ Watchword
■ Hardback
economy
Play-by-play (401 lines)
0:13 The Teal Hardback spawns at 9 o'clock while White Watchword spawns at 7 o'clock.Cross positions or close ones, it starts here: Hardback at 9 o'clock, Watchword at 7 o'clock.
0:33 Watchword gets 12 Pool against Hardback's 1 Rax Gas.The builds are down: 1 Rax Gas from Hardback, 12 Pool from Watchword.
— The early game —
0:49 Close positions: Hardback and Watchword are one ramp apart, and both of them know it.Close positions: Hardback and Watchword are one ramp apart, and both of them know it.
1:15 NR20 is the house rule tonight — no rush: no all-in openings, and nobody attacks until the early game is over.NR20 is the house rule tonight — no rush: no all-in openings, and nobody attacks until the early game is over.
1:34 Currently, neither Hardback nor Watchword appears to be leading in economy.The economies mirror one another. Nothing between Hardback and Watchword yet.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
— The mid game —
1:55 Watchword starts pushing out with his speedlings and lurkers!Watchword's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
2:16 Hardback is bringing his M&M ball to pressure his opponent now!The composition is ready; Hardback starts the push.
2:45 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.
2:52 Hardback was out-microed by Watchword and loses all his attacking forces.Watchword takes the fight on his terms and sends Hardback home with nothing.
3:13 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
3:50 It seems that Watchword only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
4:11 Watchword starts pushing out with his speedlings and lurkers!Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
4:31 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
4:45 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!Watchword wins the fight convincingly and keeps rolling forward.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
5:08 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
5:23 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
5:43 Watchword shot down Hardback's command center.Watchword finds the weak point and Hardback's new base is gone.
6:22 What a pity! Watchword managed to sneak 1 zergling past the defense line but it was unable to deal any damage before being killed off by Hardback's army.Good instincts from Hardback; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
6:32 Hardback's army is small compared to Watchword!Hardback needs production, fast; Watchword's army has outgrown his.
6:47 Watchword places down a hatchery.Quietly, Watchword adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
7:12 Hardback tried to drop some marines but they were cleared off by Watchword.Good instincts from Watchword; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
7:41 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
8:06 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.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
8:26 Watchword is attacking with both mutalisks and zerglings! Watch Hardback's marines melt in this attack!Hardback's defense bends, then snaps. Watchword takes the middle of the game.
8:52 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
9:14 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
9:28 Watchword shot down Hardback's command center.Hardback's expansion burns — Watchword tears it down.
9:38 Hardback places down a command center.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
10:17 Attempting to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.Watchword tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
10:39 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.
10:52 Watchword is attacking with both mutalisks and zerglings! Watch Hardback's marines melt in this attack!The mid-game push crashes through — Watchword breaks Hardback's position.
11:09 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
11:26 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
12:06 Hardback decides to put some pressure on his opponent.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
12:25 Watchword starts pushing out with his speedlings and lurkers!Watchword's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
12:32 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.
12:54 Watchword had enough lurkers and speedlings to force Hardback to fall back.Watchword absorbs the mid-game push — Hardback gained nothing for the cost.
13:21 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
13:43 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
14:13 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
14:22 Hardback is pushing out with a large M&M ball!The composition is ready; Hardback starts the push.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
14:49 In terms of army size, Hardback and Watchword are around equal.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
15:15 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
15:38 Hardback's marine control slipped, Watchword's speedlings cleaned up whatever Hardback left!Watchword absorbs the mid-game push — Hardback gained nothing for the cost.
15:48 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
16:11 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
16:39 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
16:50 Hardback is bringing his M&M ball to pressure his opponent now!Hardback's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
17:16 The battle to decide the game begins!The dance is over. They fight.
17:29 Watchword had enough lurkers and speedlings to force Hardback to fall back.Watchword absorbs the mid-game push — Hardback gained nothing for the cost.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
17:56 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
18:21 It seems that Watchword only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
18:38 Watchword appears to have more army than Hardback!Count the units: Watchword has the edge over Hardback right now.
19:08 Hardback is pushing out with a large M&M ball!The composition is ready; Hardback starts the push.
19:28 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
19:46 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.
20:15 Watchword held off Hardback's M&M group merely with the help of newly popped lurkers.Watchword absorbs the mid-game push — Hardback gained nothing for the cost.
20:31 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
20:52 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Watchword destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
21:06 Hardback is pushing out with a large M&M ball!Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
21:37 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!The composition is ready; Watchword starts the push.
21:55 The battle to decide the game begins!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
22:25 Hardback was out-microed by Watchword and loses all his attacking forces.Watchword holds! The push breaks against a perfect defense.
22:34 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
22:56 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
— The late game —
23:19 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
23:45 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
23:55 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
24:22 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
24:49 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
25:08 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
25:35 Watchword shot down Hardback's command center.No reinforcements in time: Hardback watches Watchword level the expansion.
25:54 Watchword places down a hatchery.More workers, more money: Watchword expands.
26:02 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
26:33 Eager to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
27:02 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
27:09 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!The engagement breaks Hardback's way of life — Watchword marches on.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
27:34 Watchword destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
27:52 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
28:27 Watchword shot down Hardback's command center.Hardback's expansion burns — Watchword tears it down.
28:34 Watchword's forces appear to be larger compared to Hardback's!Watchword's army is visibly the bigger one — Hardback should not take this fight.
29:08 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
29:34 Watchword moves out with his armies.Watchword tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
29:47 Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
30:12 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
30:24 Hardback pushed into four hatcheries of larva. Watchword simply remade the army.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
30:55 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
31:18 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
31:42 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
31:49 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
32:06 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
32:40 The battle outcome favors Watchword as Hardback's armies melt into Watchword's armies' weapon fire!Watchword wins the fight convincingly and keeps rolling forward.
33:01 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
33:23 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
33:32 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
33:58 Attempting to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
34:16 At the moment, neither Hardback nor Watchword is leading in army size.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
34:43 The battle to decide the game begins!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
35:03 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
35:31 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
35:55 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
36:11 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
36:23 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
36:52 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
37:14 Watchword's defilers made that army unkillable and Hardback's position is gone.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
37:30 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
37:51 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
38:25 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
38:48 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
39:06 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
39:25 Watchword successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.Watchword holds! The push breaks against a perfect defense.
39:45 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
40:10 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
40:33 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
40:41 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
41:19 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
41:27 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
41:52 It seems that Watchword only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
42:20 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
42:41 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
42:57 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
43:20 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
43:48 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
44:04 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
44:19 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
44:51 Hardback's army is small compared to Watchword!Hardback is badly outgunned — Watchword's force is a size larger.
45:02 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
45:35 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
45:51 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
46:19 With beautiful placement, Watchword successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.Watchword takes the fight on his terms and sends Hardback home with nothing.
46:34 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
46:52 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
47:11 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
47:32 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
47:53 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
48:17 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
48:36 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
49:10 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
49:23 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
49:49 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
50:15 In terms of army size, Hardback and Watchword are around equal.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
50:36 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
50:56 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!Hardback's army evaporates. Watchword doesn't even slow down.
51:03 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
51:24 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
51:56 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!The raid lands — Hardback chips away at Watchword's foundation.
52:14 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
52:31 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
52:48 The battle to decide the game begins!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
53:26 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
53:41 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
54:06 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
54:26 Hardback tried to harass Watchword but Watchword successfully fends off the harassment.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
54:45 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
55:00 Hardback decides to move out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
55:33 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
55:41 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
56:10 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
56:29 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
56:49 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
57:15 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
57:41 At the moment, neither Hardback nor Watchword is leading in army size.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
57:51 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
58:26 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
58:50 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Watchword destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
59:02 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
59:15 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
59:46 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
60:10 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
60:35 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
60:48 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
61:09 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
61:39 Hardback might lose the game soon if he doesn't expand as Watchword did.Hardback is starving on bases while Watchword spreads across the map.
61:58 Attempting to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
62:12 Attempting to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
62:37 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
63:00 Hardback pushed into four hatcheries of larva. Watchword simply remade the army.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
63:12 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
63:31 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
63:53 Hardback tried to harass Watchword but Watchword successfully fends off the harassment.Hardback goes for the raid — Watchword is ready, and nothing comes of it.
64:12 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
64:37 The battle to decide the game begins!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
65:10 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
65:31 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
65:45 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
66:10 Hardback starts pushing across the map.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
66:34 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
66:59 The battle to decide the game begins!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
67:10 Hardback was out-microed by Watchword and loses all his attacking forces.Watchword takes the fight on his terms and sends Hardback home with nothing.
67:36 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
68:04 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
68:13 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
68:39 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
68:55 At the moment, neither Hardback nor Watchword is leading in army size.Unit for unit, Hardback and Watchword are level.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
69:27 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
69:52 Watchword kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!Watchword wins the fight convincingly and keeps rolling forward.
70:01 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
70:16 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
70:41 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
71:09 Attempting to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
71:33 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.
71:49 Watchword successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.The attack shatters on Watchword's line. Great positioning.
72:07 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
72:35 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
73:01 Hardback's cloaked wraith did not do much to Watchword's economy.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
73:24 It seems like Watchword has more units than Hardback!Count the units: Watchword has the edge over Hardback right now.
73:43 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
74:04 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
74:26 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
74:52 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!A clean, brutal win for Watchword. The push continues.
75:06 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
75:20 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
75:47 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
76:02 Hardback decides to start pushing across the map.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
76:27 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The dance is over. They fight.
76:45 Watchword plagues the vessels and Hardback no longer has the detection to push any further.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
77:08 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
77:34 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
77:59 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!Watchword looks away for one second and Hardback makes him pay for it.
78:26 Hardback's cloaked wraith did not do much to Watchword's economy.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
78:41 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
79:03 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The dance is over. They fight.
79:16 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
79:53 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
80:00 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
80:21 At the moment, Watchword seems to have more units than Hardback.Count the units: Watchword has the edge over Hardback right now.
80:50 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
81:08 Watchword decides to move out with his armies.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
81:25 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The dance is over. They fight.
81:59 With beautiful placement, Watchword successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.The attack shatters on Watchword's line. Great positioning.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
82:12 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
82:42 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
83:03 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
83:18 Attempting to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
83:44 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The dance is over. They fight.
83:51 Watchword kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!A clean, brutal win for Watchword. The push continues.
84:22 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
84:36 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
85:13 Hardback dropped some marines into Watchword's mineral line!Hardback gets into Watchword's mineral line — workers are dying.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
85:34 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
85:51 Hardback decides to put some pressure on his opponent.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
86:06 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.
86:33 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
87:01 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
87:14 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
87:37 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
87:51 Attempting to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
88:13 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
88:34 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
88:55 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
89:20 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
89:33 Hardback's cloaked wraith did not do much to Watchword's economy.Good instincts from Watchword; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
89:56 Attempting to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
90:32 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
90:49 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.
91:07 Watchword kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!The engagement breaks Hardback's way of life — Watchword marches on.
91:28 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
91:55 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
92:16 Watchword's forces appear to be larger compared to Hardback's!Count the units: Watchword has the edge over Hardback right now.
92:38 Hardback tried to drop some marines but they were cleared off by Watchword.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
92:53 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
93:20 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.
93:37 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
94:08 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
94:17 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
94:35 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
95:05 Unwilling to make the game too long, Hardback starts moving out.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
95:27 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
95:48 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The dance is over. They fight.
96:02 Hardback was out-microed by Watchword and loses all his attacking forces.The attack shatters on Watchword's line. Great positioning.
96:19 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
96:55 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
97:08 Watchword is leading the game with more expansions than Hardback.Watchword runs 4 more bases than Hardback. That compounds.
97:37 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
97:49 Eager to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
98:13 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
98:28 The battle outcome favors Watchword as Hardback's armies melt into Watchword's armies' weapon fire!The engagement breaks Hardback's way of life — Watchword marches on.
99:07 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
99:24 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
99:46 Watchword shot down Hardback's command center.Watchword finds the weak point and Hardback's new base is gone.
100:06 Watchword places down a hatchery.Watchword takes another base — the economy widens.
100:29 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
100:38 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
101:17 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.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
101:26 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
101:59 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
102:09 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
102:23 Dropship! Dropship! Hardback drops some vultures into Watchword's mineral line!Watchword looks away for one second and Hardback makes him pay for it.
102:54 At the moment, Watchword seems to have more units than Hardback.Watchword's army is visibly the bigger one — Hardback should not take this fight.
103:08 Dropship! Dropship! Hardback drops some vultures into Watchword's mineral line!Beautiful harassment from Hardback. Watchword's economy takes a real hit.
103:40 Hardback decides to put some pressure on his opponent.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
104:02 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
104:21 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
104:48 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
105:07 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
105:34 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
105:46 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
106:04 Watchword decides to move out with his armies.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
106:26 Hardback's army is small compared to Watchword!Hardback needs production, fast; Watchword's army has outgrown his.
106:40 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
107:09 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
107:27 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
107:44 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
108:19 Hardback's command center has been destroyed by Watchword.The base falls. Watchword rips Hardback's economy back a full step.
108:28 Watchword places down a hatchery.Watchword plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
108:52 Hardback's cloaked wraith did not do much to Watchword's economy.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
109:27 Watchword decides to start pushing across the map.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
109:34 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
110:05 The battle outcome favors Watchword as Hardback's armies melt into Watchword's armies' weapon fire!Hardback's army evaporates. Watchword doesn't even slow down.
110:29 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
110:37 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
110:59 Hardback is planning a harassment, but Watchword scouted it!No surprises today — Watchword's harassment is scouted early.
111:29 Seems like Hardback is going ahead with the harassment despite being scouted!Hardback wanted to raid — instead he's pinned at home, defending.
111:58 Dropship! Dropship! Hardback drops some vultures into Watchword's mineral line!Beautiful harassment from Hardback. Watchword's economy takes a real hit.
112:11 Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
112:22 Eager to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
112:57 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
113:23 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!Hardback's army evaporates. Watchword doesn't even slow down.
113:35 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
114:03 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
114:13 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!Hardback gets into Watchword's mineral line — workers are dying.
114:39 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
114:54 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
115:20 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
115:40 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!A clean, brutal win for Watchword. The push continues.
116:02 It seems that Watchword only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
116:19 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
116:46 Hardback is having a hard time catching up with Watchword's number of expansions.Hardback is starving on bases while Watchword spreads across the map.
117:15 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
117:41 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
117:48 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The dance is over. They fight.
118:09 Hardback was out-microed by Watchword and loses all his attacking forces.The attack shatters on Watchword's line. Great positioning.
118:36 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
119:07 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
119:29 Hardback tried to drop some marines but they were cleared off by Watchword.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
119:36 Watchword decides to move out with his armies.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
120:07 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
120:23 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!Watchword wins the fight convincingly and keeps rolling forward.
🎙 Slight advantage Watchword as the game develops.
120:45 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
121:09 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
121:21 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
121:55 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
122:16 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
122:35 After that battle, Watchword destroyed about half of Hardback's army.Half of Hardback's force is gone — Watchword took it apart.
122:52 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
123:09 Watchword shot down Hardback's command center.Hardback's expansion burns — Watchword tears it down.
123:45 Watchword places down a hatchery.Watchword plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
🎙 Watchword has built a commanding army lead — Hardback needs something special here.
123:57 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
124:28 In terms of army size, Hardback is behind Watchword!Hardback needs production, fast; Watchword's army has outgrown his.
124:43 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
125:06 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
125:23 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
125:44 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
125:57 Hardback's command center has been destroyed by Watchword.Hardback's expansion burns — Watchword tears it down.
126:22 Hardback tried to drop some marines but they were cleared off by Watchword.Good instincts from Watchword; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
126:48 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
🎙 The armies are no longer comparable: Watchword is far ahead.
127:07 Looking at the opponent's overwhelming forces, Hardback GGs!Hardback GGs. A hard-fought game comes to its end.
Hardback taps out. Watchword's late game was simply better.
■ Watchword
■ Hardback
army value
■ Watchword
■ Hardback
economy
Play-by-play (374 lines)
0:07 The game starts with Yellow Watchword spawning at 3 o'clock and Blue Hardback spawning at 12 o'clock.Watchword takes 3 o'clock in Yellow; Hardback settles in at 12 o'clock in Blue.
0:34 Build orders locked in: 12 Hatch from Watchword, 1 Rax Gas from Hardback.Watchword commits to 12 Hatch; Hardback answers with 1 Rax Gas.
— The early game —
0:59 Not neighbours, not far: Watchword and Hardback can reach each other before the money runs away with the game.Not neighbours, not far: Watchword and Hardback can reach each other before the money runs away with the game.
1:08 NR20 is the house rule tonight — no rush: no all-in openings, and nobody attacks until the early game is over.NR20 is the house rule tonight — no rush: no all-in openings, and nobody attacks until the early game is over.
1:42 In terms of army size, Watchword is behind Hardback!Watchword is badly outgunned — Hardback's force is a size larger.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
— The mid game —
2:02 Watchword is flying his mutalisks towards his opponent.The composition is ready; Watchword starts the push.
2:20 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
2:46 The battle outcome favors Watchword as Hardback's armies melt into Watchword's armies' weapon fire!A clean, brutal win for Watchword. The push continues.
2:53 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
3:16 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
3:51 Watchword is flying his mutalisks towards his opponent.Watchword's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
4:11 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
4:38 Watchword's well-placed lurkers caught Hardback's tanks and medics off-guard! Hardback's army is completely melting!The mid-game push crashes through — Watchword breaks Hardback's position.
4:54 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
5:07 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
5:36 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
5:53 Watchword starts pushing out with his speedlings and lurkers!Watchword's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
6:17 The battle to decide the game begins!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
6:47 The battle outcome favors Watchword as Hardback's armies melt into Watchword's armies' weapon fire!Hardback's army evaporates. Watchword doesn't even slow down.
7:00 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
7:21 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
7:44 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!Hardback gets into Watchword's mineral line — workers are dying.
8:12 Hardback's army is small compared to Watchword!Hardback needs production, fast; Watchword's army has outgrown his.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
8:19 Watchword decides to move out with his armies.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
8:44 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
9:04 Watchword is attacking with lurker-lings and mutalisks! Hardback's armies melt in the attack.The mid-game push crashes through — Watchword breaks Hardback's position.
9:30 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
9:43 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
10:18 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.Hardback goes for the raid — Watchword is ready, and nothing comes of it.
10:35 Watchword starts pushing out with his speedlings and lurkers!The composition is ready; Watchword starts the push.
10:59 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.
11:23 Watchword is attacking with both mutalisks and zerglings! Watch Hardback's marines melt in this attack!The mid-game push crashes through — Watchword breaks Hardback's position.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
11:48 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
11:59 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
12:16 Hardback's command center has been destroyed by Watchword.No reinforcements in time: Hardback watches Watchword level the expansion.
12:32 Hardback is in quite a huge army disadvantage, he doesn't have what it takes to win against Watchword's army.Hardback needs production, fast; Watchword's army has outgrown his.
13:13 Watchword places down a hatchery.Watchword takes another base — the economy widens.
13:28 Watchword is flying his mutalisks towards his opponent.Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
13:48 Hardback is bringing his M&M ball to pressure his opponent now!The composition is ready; Hardback starts the push.
14:03 The battle to decide the game begins!The dance is over. They fight.
14:20 Hardback's marine control slipped, Watchword's speedlings cleaned up whatever Hardback left!The timing was right but the fight was wrong: Watchword holds Hardback.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
14:56 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
15:10 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
15:42 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!The composition is ready; Watchword starts the push.
15:49 Hardback now has enough M&M to take this game! ... Or so he thinks.Hardback's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
16:08 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
16:33 Watchword had enough lurkers and speedlings to force Hardback to fall back.Watchword absorbs the mid-game push — Hardback gained nothing for the cost.
17:06 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
17:21 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
17:44 Hardback tried to drop some marines but they were cleared off by Watchword.Hardback goes for the raid — Watchword is ready, and nothing comes of it.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
18:14 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!Watchword's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
18:21 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.
18:55 Watchword seems to control the lurkers very nicely! Even with seemingly equal forces, Hardback is totally losing this battle!The mid-game push crashes through — Watchword breaks Hardback's position.
19:08 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
19:28 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
19:51 Hardback's command center has been destroyed by Watchword.No reinforcements in time: Hardback watches Watchword level the expansion.
20:12 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback plants a new base and dares his opponent to punish it.
20:42 Hardback tried to drop some marines but they were cleared off by Watchword.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
20:52 Eager to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.Watchword tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
21:24 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
21:31 Watchword is attacking with both mutalisks and zerglings! Watch Hardback's marines melt in this attack!Hardback's defense bends, then snaps. Watchword takes the middle of the game.
21:55 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
22:32 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
22:39 Watchword is flying his mutalisks towards his opponent.Watchword's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
23:11 Hardback is pushing out with a large M&M ball!Hardback's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
23:31 Both Watchword and Hardback appear to have equal amount of units.Unit for unit, Watchword and Hardback are level.
23:53 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The dance is over. They fight.
24:06 Watchword successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.The attack shatters on Watchword's line. Great positioning.
🎙 The scales tip toward Watchword — a lead, but not a safe one.
24:39 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
24:52 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
— The late game —
25:05 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
25:30 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
25:51 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The dance is over. They fight.
26:22 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
26:31 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
27:08 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
27:27 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
27:42 The battle to decide the game begins!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
27:57 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
28:29 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
28:56 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
29:21 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
29:38 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
30:02 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
30:11 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
30:29 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
31:03 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
31:18 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
31:47 Hardback moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
32:04 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
32:19 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
32:52 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
33:08 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
33:33 Hardback might lose the game soon if he doesn't expand as Watchword did.Hardback is starving on bases while Watchword spreads across the map.
34:01 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
34:23 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
34:30 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
35:00 Watchword's defilers made that army unkillable and Hardback's position is gone.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
35:23 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
35:30 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
35:54 Hardback dropped some marines into Watchword's mineral line!Hardback gets into Watchword's mineral line — workers are dying.
36:24 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
36:33 Watchword's army is small compared to Hardback!Watchword needs production, fast; Hardback's army has outgrown his.
36:59 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
37:19 Watchword's defilers made that army unkillable and Hardback's position is gone.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
37:52 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
38:11 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
38:28 Hardback dropped some marines into Watchword's mineral line!The raid lands — Hardback chips away at Watchword's foundation.
38:53 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
39:10 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
39:27 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
39:53 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
40:15 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
🎙 Watchword holds the stronger army for now.
40:43 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
41:06 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
41:19 Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
41:38 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
42:02 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
42:28 With beautiful placement, Watchword successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.Watchword holds! The push breaks against a perfect defense.
42:40 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
43:02 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
43:36 Hardback is in quite a huge army disadvantage, he doesn't have what it takes to win against Watchword's army.Hardback needs production, fast; Watchword's army has outgrown his.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
43:43 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
44:25 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
44:32 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
44:48 With beautiful placement, Watchword successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.The attack shatters on Watchword's line. Great positioning.
45:10 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
45:39 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
45:54 Unwilling to make the game too long, Hardback starts moving out.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
46:34 Watchword starts pushing across the map.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
46:55 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
47:11 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!Hardback's army evaporates. Watchword doesn't even slow down.
47:30 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
47:48 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
48:14 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
48:42 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
49:03 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
49:13 Hardback pushed into four hatcheries of larva. Watchword simply remade the army.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
49:42 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
50:07 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
50:26 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
50:38 Unwilling to make the game too long, Watchword starts moving out.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
51:12 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
51:35 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
51:42 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
51:58 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
52:39 Watchword shot down Hardback's command center.Hardback's expansion burns — Watchword tears it down.
52:52 Watchword has been very lucky to scout the incoming harassment by Hardback.Watchword's raid is spotted before it even leaves home.
53:21 Watchword scouted the attempt but Hardback is still going with it!Plans change: Hardback's raiders are needed on defense.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
53:28 Hardback's cloaked wraith did not do much to Watchword's economy.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
53:55 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
54:24 Hardback places down a command center.Hardback takes another base — the economy widens.
54:37 The battle to decide the game begins!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
55:02 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
55:17 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
55:34 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
55:57 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
56:17 Watchword decides to move out with his armies.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
56:44 Both Watchword and Hardback appear to have equal amount of units.Unit for unit, Watchword and Hardback are level.
57:04 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
57:38 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!The engagement breaks Hardback's way of life — Watchword marches on.
57:52 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
58:08 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
58:28 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
59:06 Watchword decides to put some pressure on his opponent.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
59:15 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The dance is over. They fight.
59:34 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
59:52 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
60:27 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
60:51 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
61:07 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
61:23 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
61:39 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!Watchword wins the fight convincingly and keeps rolling forward.
62:16 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
62:41 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
62:57 Attempting to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.Watchword tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
63:18 Hardback decides to put some pressure on his opponent.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
63:38 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
64:03 The battle outcome favors Watchword as Hardback's armies melt into Watchword's armies' weapon fire!Hardback's army evaporates. Watchword doesn't even slow down.
64:12 After that battle, Watchword destroyed about half of Hardback's army.Watchword cuts Hardback's army in half.
64:32 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
64:52 Watchword shot down Hardback's command center.Watchword finds the weak point and Hardback's new base is gone.
65:24 Hardback places down a command center.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
65:36 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
66:11 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
66:35 At the moment, neither Watchword nor Hardback is leading in army size.Unit for unit, Watchword and Hardback are level.
66:57 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
67:04 Hardback pushed into four hatcheries of larva. Watchword simply remade the army.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
67:39 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
67:47 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
68:06 Hardback dropped some marines into Watchword's mineral line!Beautiful harassment from Hardback. Watchword's economy takes a real hit.
68:44 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
69:09 Watchword moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
69:24 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The dance is over. They fight.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
69:52 Watchword plagues the vessels and Hardback no longer has the detection to push any further.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
69:59 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
70:15 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
70:46 Hardback might lose the game soon if he doesn't expand as Watchword did.Hardback needs an expansion soon or Watchword's economy simply wins this.
71:13 Watchword starts pushing across the map.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
71:36 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
71:52 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
72:07 Watchword successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.Watchword holds! The push breaks against a perfect defense.
72:42 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
🎙 Slight advantage Watchword as the game develops.
73:03 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
73:17 Watchword scouted Hardback's attempt to harass!No surprises today — Watchword's harassment is scouted early.
73:40 Seems like Hardback is going ahead with the harassment despite being scouted!Plans change: Hardback's raiders are needed on defense.
73:52 Hardback's cloaked wraith did not do much to Watchword's economy.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
74:22 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
74:43 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
75:13 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
75:28 Watchword plagues the vessels and Hardback no longer has the detection to push any further.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
75:41 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Hardback is a step behind and knows it.
76:12 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
76:25 Watchword decides to start pushing across the map.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
76:42 Eager to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
77:08 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The dance is over. They fight.
77:45 Hardback pushed into four hatcheries of larva. Watchword simply remade the army.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
77:52 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
78:19 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
78:29 Hardback starts pushing across the map.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
79:00 Watchword moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
79:29 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The dance is over. They fight.
79:41 Watchword plagues the vessels and Hardback no longer has the detection to push any further.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
80:08 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
80:30 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
80:42 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
81:18 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
81:37 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
81:50 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
82:20 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
🎙 Slight advantage Watchword as the game develops.
82:41 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
83:03 Hardback's army is small compared to Watchword!Hardback needs production, fast; Watchword's army has outgrown his.
83:10 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
83:36 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
84:00 The battle to decide the game begins!The dance is over. They fight.
84:31 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!Hardback's army evaporates. Watchword doesn't even slow down.
84:49 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
85:12 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
85:28 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
85:50 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
86:21 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The dance is over. They fight.
86:35 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
86:53 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
87:15 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
87:43 Hardback decides to put some pressure on his opponent.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
87:53 Watchword decides to move out with his armies.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
88:27 The battle to decide the game begins!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
88:49 Watchword's defilers made that army unkillable and Hardback's position is gone.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
88:58 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
89:33 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
89:53 Watchword decides to start pushing across the map.Watchword tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
90:06 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
90:27 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
90:42 Hardback pushed into four hatcheries of larva. Watchword simply remade the army.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
91:17 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
91:31 It seems that Watchword only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
91:50 Hardback is in a slight disadvantage as he has less expansions than Watchword.Hardback is starving on bases while Watchword spreads across the map.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
92:10 Unwilling to make the game too long, Watchword starts moving out.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
92:43 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
92:58 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
93:29 Hardback was out-microed by Watchword and loses all his attacking forces.Watchword holds! The push breaks against a perfect defense.
93:43 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
94:03 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
94:26 Hardback decides to start pushing across the map.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
94:54 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
95:13 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
95:23 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
95:58 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
96:05 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
96:25 Hardback's cloaked wraith did not do much to Watchword's economy.Hardback goes for the raid — Watchword is ready, and nothing comes of it.
97:06 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
97:13 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
97:36 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
97:58 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!A clean, brutal win for Watchword. The push continues.
98:12 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
98:50 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
99:06 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
99:24 Hardback decides to move out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
99:52 Both Watchword and Hardback appear to have equal amount of units.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
100:04 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
100:35 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
101:03 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
101:10 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
101:36 Watchword decides to start pushing across the map.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
101:53 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
102:09 The battle to decide the game begins!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
102:33 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
102:52 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
103:22 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
103:45 Hardback tried to drop some marines but they were cleared off by Watchword.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
104:12 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
104:19 Watchword has more expansions than Hardback.Economically it's Watchword's game right now; Hardback is falling behind on bases.
104:39 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
105:02 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
105:33 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Watchword destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
105:51 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
106:17 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
106:32 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
106:57 Watchword moves out with his armies.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
107:20 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
107:42 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
108:06 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Hardback is a step behind and knows it.
108:15 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Watchword destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
108:55 Dropship! Dropship! Hardback drops some vultures into Watchword's mineral line!Hardback gets into Watchword's mineral line — workers are dying.
109:12 Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
109:26 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
109:56 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
110:06 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
110:38 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
110:49 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
111:17 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
111:37 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
111:59 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
112:20 Watchword's defilers made that army unkillable and Hardback's position is gone.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
112:44 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
113:12 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
113:29 Hardback's cloaked wraith did not do much to Watchword's economy.Good instincts from Watchword; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
113:38 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
114:15 Hardback is in quite a huge army disadvantage, he doesn't have what it takes to win against Watchword's army.Hardback is badly outgunned — Watchword's force is a size larger.
114:22 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
115:00 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
115:07 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
115:44 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
115:51 Watchword shot down Hardback's command center.Watchword finds the weak point and Hardback's new base is gone.
116:19 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
116:29 Watchword places down a hatchery.Watchword takes another base — the economy widens.
117:05 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
117:23 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!Watchword wins the fight convincingly and keeps rolling forward.
🎙 It's all going Watchword's way right now.
117:49 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
117:58 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
118:34 Hardback's expansion have been wiped off by Watchword!Hardback's expansion burns — Watchword tears it down.
118:41 Watchword decides to move out with his armies.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
119:13 Hardback having no armies left to defend, has no choice but to tap out.Nothing left to defend with — Hardback taps.
That's the game: Watchword defeats Hardback, settled in the late game.
■ Watchword
■ Hardback
army value
■ Watchword
■ Hardback
economy
Play-by-play (392 lines)
0:07 Hardback spawns in Green at 5 o'clock while Watchword spawns in White at 7 o'clock.Hardback in Green at 5 o'clock. Watchword in White at 7 o'clock. The map is set.
0:24 The pads flash 14 CC for Hardback and 12 Pool for Watchword.Hardback commits to 14 CC; Watchword answers with 12 Pool.
— The early game —
1:01 Not neighbours, not far: Hardback and Watchword can reach each other before the money runs away with the game.Not neighbours, not far: Hardback and Watchword can reach each other before the money runs away with the game.
1:12 NR20 is the house rule tonight — no rush: no all-in openings, and nobody attacks until the early game is over.NR20 is the house rule tonight — no rush: no all-in openings, and nobody attacks until the early game is over.
1:28 Hardback is in quite a huge army disadvantage, he doesn't have what it takes to win against Watchword's army.Hardback is badly outgunned — Watchword's force is a size larger.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
— The mid game —
1:55 Watchword starts pushing out with his speedlings and lurkers!Watchword's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
2:15 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
2:37 Watchword kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!Watchword wins the fight convincingly and keeps rolling forward.
2:54 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
3:22 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
3:44 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!Hardback gets into Watchword's mineral line — workers are dying.
3:59 Hardback dropped some marines into Watchword's mineral line!Watchword looks away for one second and Hardback makes him pay for it.
4:27 Dropship! Dropship! Hardback drops some vultures into Watchword's mineral line!Hardback gets into Watchword's mineral line — workers are dying.
4:48 Watchword starts pushing out with his speedlings and lurkers!Watchword's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
5:14 Hardback is bringing his M&M ball to pressure his opponent now!Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
5:33 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
5:44 With beautiful placement, Watchword successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.Watchword takes the fight on his terms and sends Hardback home with nothing.
6:17 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
6:24 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
6:53 Eager to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
7:21 Watchword starts pushing out with his speedlings and lurkers!Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
7:36 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
7:52 Hardback successfully fends off Watchword's attacks.Watchword commits and it's the wrong call — Hardback cleans it up.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
8:24 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Watchword destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
8:52 Hardback destroyed about half of Watchword's army after that battle.Half of Watchword's force is gone — Hardback took it apart.
9:08 Hardback's cloaked wraith did not do much to Watchword's economy.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
9:29 Watchword successfully blocked Hardback from harassing his economy.Good instincts from Watchword; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
9:46 Hardback now has enough M&M to take this game! ... Or so he thinks.Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
9:59 Hardback appears to have more army than Watchword!Hardback's army is visibly the bigger one — Watchword should not take this fight.
10:29 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
10:57 Hardback seemed like winning the battle but when Watchword's mutalisks came into the scene, things changed, Watchword won the battle!Watchword absorbs the mid-game push — Hardback gained nothing for the cost.
11:22 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
11:32 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
12:04 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
12:17 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
12:39 Watchword backed off after all of his speedlings died under marine fire.The timing was right but the fight was wrong: Hardback holds Watchword.
13:07 Watchword destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
13:19 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
13:46 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
14:02 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
14:26 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
14:47 Watchword lost all of his mutalisks by suiciding into Hardback's M&M group! His remaining speedlings weren't able to do much damage either.The timing was right but the fight was wrong: Hardback holds Watchword.
15:16 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
15:23 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
15:52 Unwilling to make the game too long, Hardback starts moving out.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
16:02 Watchword starts pushing across the map.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
16:24 Currently, Hardback and Watchword appear to have around the same army size.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
16:48 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
17:16 Watchword's burrowed lurkers saved the day! Hardback's M&M had to back off.The timing was right but the fight was wrong: Watchword holds Hardback.
17:45 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
18:08 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
18:29 Attempting to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
18:45 Eager to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
19:01 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
19:33 Watchword's zerglings didn't do much damage to Hardback's M&M ball, and instead lose all of his armies.Watchword's defense bends, then snaps. Hardback takes the middle of the game.
19:40 About half of Watchword's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Hardback's force stays on that battlefield.
20:04 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
20:32 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!The raid lands — Hardback chips away at Watchword's foundation.
20:59 Hardback is pushing out with a large M&M ball!Hardback's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
21:08 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.
21:37 Hardback was out-microed by Watchword and loses all his attacking forces.Hardback commits and it's the wrong call — Watchword cleans it up.
22:01 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
22:08 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
22:31 Hardback successfully harasses Watchword's economy.Beautiful harassment from Hardback. Watchword's economy takes a real hit.
— The late game —
23:05 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
23:20 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
23:46 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
24:03 Watchword plagues the vessels and Hardback no longer has the detection to push any further.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
24:18 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
24:52 It seems that Watchword only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
24:59 Currently, neither Hardback nor Watchword appears to be leading in economy.The economies mirror one another. Nothing between Hardback and Watchword yet.
25:29 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
25:43 Watchword decides to start pushing across the map.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
26:07 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.
26:22 Hardback's siege line holds and Watchword's ultralisks die on the way in.Watchword throws the endgame army in and Hardback simply refuses to lose.
27:03 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
27:11 Watchword has lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Hardback's force stays on that battlefield.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
27:45 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
27:56 Hardback decides to start pushing across the map.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
28:15 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
28:44 The tank line advances and Watchword's ultralisks die before they ever arrive. Hardback is winning this.There's no rebuilding from that. Hardback's late-game push decides it.
28:51 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
29:27 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
29:48 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
30:08 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
30:25 The battle to decide the game begins!The dance is over. They fight.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
30:49 Hardback successfully fends off Watchword's attacks.The attack shatters on Hardback's line. Great positioning.
31:06 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
31:38 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
31:57 With a successful harassment, Watchword hurts Hardback's economy.Beautiful harassment from Watchword. Hardback's economy takes a real hit.
32:17 Zerglings ran past Hardback's defense line and start harassing the mineral line! What a nice run-by by Watchword!Watchword gets into Hardback's mineral line — workers are dying.
32:43 Eager to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
32:50 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
33:20 Currently, Hardback and Watchword appear to have around the same army size.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
33:38 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
34:11 With beautiful placement, Hardback successfully fends off Watchword's attacks.Watchword commits and it's the wrong call — Hardback cleans it up.
34:23 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
34:44 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
34:55 What superior Mutalisk micro from Watchword! Hardback's economy is suffering!Hardback looks away for one second and Watchword makes him pay for it.
35:36 Hardback decides to start pushing across the map.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
35:46 Watchword decides to put some pressure on his opponent.Watchword tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
36:12 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
36:37 The tank line advances and Watchword's ultralisks die before they ever arrive. Hardback is winning this.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Watchword late.
36:53 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
37:11 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
37:28 Hardback shot down Watchword's hatchery.The base falls. Hardback rips Watchword's economy back a full step.
37:59 Hardback places down a command center.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
38:26 Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
38:48 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
39:07 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
39:30 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
39:44 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
40:01 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
40:15 In terms of army size, Hardback is behind Watchword!Hardback needs production, fast; Watchword's army has outgrown his.
40:52 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
41:15 Hardback decides to start pushing across the map.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
41:32 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
41:56 Hardback's scan catches the lurkers and the siege tanks do the rest to Watchword.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Watchword late.
42:03 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
42:29 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
42:48 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
43:15 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
43:30 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.
44:00 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
44:24 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
44:47 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
45:11 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
45:29 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
45:43 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
46:01 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
46:19 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
46:44 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
47:13 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
47:30 The battle to decide the game begins!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
47:51 Watchword could not break the tank line, and Hardback is already inside the fourth.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Watchword late.
48:10 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
48:43 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
49:05 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
49:19 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
49:38 Currently, Hardback and Watchword appear to have around the same army size.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
49:57 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
50:32 Watchword could not break the tank line, and Hardback is already inside the fourth.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Watchword late.
50:39 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
51:02 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
51:28 What superior Mutalisk micro from Watchword! Hardback's economy is suffering!Hardback looks away for one second and Watchword makes him pay for it.
51:47 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
52:13 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
52:39 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
53:01 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
53:24 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
53:31 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
53:55 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
54:29 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
54:36 The battle to decide the game begins!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
54:52 Hardback's scan catches the lurkers and the siege tanks do the rest to Watchword.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Watchword late.
55:16 After that battle, Hardback destroyed about half of Watchword's army.Half of Watchword's force is gone — Hardback took it apart.
55:43 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
56:05 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
56:18 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
56:50 In terms of army size, Hardback and Watchword are around equal.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
57:14 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.
57:25 Watchword's defilers made that army unkillable and Hardback's position is gone.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
57:43 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
58:09 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
58:27 Hardback decides to move out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
58:53 Watchword decides to put some pressure on his opponent.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
59:08 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
59:44 Hardback scans, the lurkers die, and Watchword's push is over.Hardback holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
60:11 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
60:29 About half of Watchword's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Hardback's force stays on that battlefield.
60:36 It seems like Hardback has more units than Watchword!Count the units: Hardback has the edge over Watchword right now.
61:05 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
61:35 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
61:48 The battle to decide the game begins!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
62:20 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
62:41 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
62:57 It seems that Watchword only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
63:17 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
63:30 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
63:48 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
64:20 Watchword was out-microed by Hardback and loses all his attacking forces.The attack shatters on Hardback's line. Great positioning.
64:36 Watchword destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
64:52 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
65:15 Watchword decides to start pushing across the map.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
65:38 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
66:09 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
66:30 Hardback's scan catches the lurkers and the siege tanks do the rest to Watchword.There's no rebuilding from that. Hardback's late-game push decides it.
66:45 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
67:18 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
67:28 What a pity! Watchword managed to sneak 1 zergling past the defense line but it was unable to deal any damage before being killed off by Hardback's army.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Hardback shuts the door on Watchword.
67:54 Attempting to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
68:20 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
68:29 Watchword's army is small compared to Hardback!Watchword needs production, fast; Hardback's army has outgrown his.
68:53 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
69:23 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
69:37 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
70:06 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
70:16 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
70:42 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
70:59 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
71:27 Irradiate on the defilers! The swarm breaks and Watchword has to run.Hardback holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
71:48 Watchword destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
72:16 After that battle, Hardback destroyed about half of Watchword's army.Hardback cuts Watchword's army in half.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
72:23 Zerglings ran past Hardback's defense line and start harassing the mineral line! What a nice run-by by Watchword!Watchword gets into Hardback's mineral line — workers are dying.
72:54 Hardback must macro up quickly or Watchword will just roll him over!Hardback is badly outgunned — Watchword's force is a size larger.
73:09 Watchword moves out with his armies.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
73:33 Hardback decides to put some pressure on his opponent.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
74:05 The battle to decide the game begins!The dance is over. They fight.
74:21 Hardback successfully fends off Watchword's attacks.Watchword commits and it's the wrong call — Hardback cleans it up.
74:40 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
75:01 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
75:17 Watchword successfully harasses Hardback's economy.Beautiful harassment from Watchword. Hardback's economy takes a real hit.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
75:41 Hardback's army is small compared to Watchword!Hardback is badly outgunned — Watchword's force is a size larger.
76:11 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
76:21 Watchword moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
76:49 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
77:03 Hardback's scan catches the lurkers and the siege tanks do the rest to Watchword.There's no rebuilding from that. Hardback's late-game push decides it.
77:38 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
77:45 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
78:22 Unable to bring in reinforcements in time, Watchword's expansion has fallen to Hardback's armies.No reinforcements in time: Watchword watches Hardback level the expansion.
78:37 Watchword places down a hatchery.More workers, more money: Watchword expands.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
78:53 Watchword decides to move out with his armies.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
79:11 Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
79:36 The battle to decide the game begins!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
79:57 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
80:26 Watchword only destroyed about half of Hardback's army.Half of Hardback's force is gone — Watchword took it apart.
80:43 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
80:59 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
81:30 Watchword moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
81:51 In terms of army size, Hardback and Watchword are around equal.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
82:09 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
82:29 Hardback's scan catches the lurkers and the siege tanks do the rest to Watchword.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Watchword late.
82:43 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
83:03 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
83:22 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
83:52 Hardback decides to move out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
84:22 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
84:29 Hardback scans, the lurkers die, and Watchword's push is over.Hardback holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
84:48 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
85:12 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
85:36 Watchword decides to start pushing across the map.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
86:02 Eager to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
86:29 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
86:49 All of a sudden, Watchword has no armies left while Hardback is continuing to push across the map!Hardback wins the fight convincingly and keeps rolling forward.
87:13 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
87:33 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
87:53 Watchword's hatchery has been destroyed by Hardback.No reinforcements in time: Watchword watches Hardback level the expansion.
88:20 What a pity! Watchword managed to sneak 1 zergling past the defense line but it was unable to deal any damage before being killed off by Hardback's army.Good instincts from Hardback; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
88:41 Hardback moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Hardback crosses the map with everything.
89:00 Watchword places down a hatchery.Quietly, Watchword adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
89:21 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
89:43 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
90:03 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
90:27 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Watchword destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
90:44 What a pity! Watchword managed to sneak 1 zergling past the defense line but it was unable to deal any damage before being killed off by Hardback's army.Watchword knocks, Hardback answers. No damage done.
90:56 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
91:20 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
91:49 Currently, Hardback and Watchword appear to have around the same army size.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
92:07 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.
92:25 With beautiful placement, Hardback successfully fends off Watchword's attacks.The attack shatters on Hardback's line. Great positioning.
92:57 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
93:04 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
93:22 Zerglings ran past Hardback's defense line and start harassing the mineral line! What a nice run-by by Watchword!Watchword gets into Hardback's mineral line — workers are dying.
94:00 Eager to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
94:07 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
94:34 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
95:03 Watchword threw the swarm at a full tank line and Hardback barely moved.Watchword throws the endgame army in and Hardback simply refuses to lose.
95:20 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
95:40 Watchword has lost about half of his army in that battle.Hardback pays for that trade with about half his army.
96:05 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
96:20 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
96:48 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.
97:04 Watchword could not break the tank line, and Hardback is already inside the fourth.The final army does its work — Hardback breaks Watchword late.
97:36 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
97:56 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
98:04 Watchword's hatchery has been destroyed by Hardback.Hardback finds the weak point and Watchword's new base is gone.
98:38 Watchword places down a hatchery.More workers, more money: Watchword expands.
98:46 Watchword tried to micro his mutalisks but they were unable to get past Hardback's defense line.Watchword knocks, Hardback answers. No damage done.
99:23 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
99:30 At the moment, Hardback seems to have more units than Watchword.Hardback's army is visibly the bigger one — Watchword should not take this fight.
100:06 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
100:17 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
100:45 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
100:58 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
101:24 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
101:53 Watchword starts pushing across the map.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
102:00 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
102:17 Hardback scans, the lurkers die, and Watchword's push is over.Watchword throws the endgame army in and Hardback simply refuses to lose.
102:46 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
103:17 Watchword has lost about half of his army in that battle.Hardback pays for that trade with about half his army.
103:30 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
103:58 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
104:05 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
104:43 Watchword plagues the vessels and Hardback no longer has the detection to push any further.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
104:55 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
105:14 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
105:30 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
105:51 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
106:19 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
106:47 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
107:08 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
107:32 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
107:51 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
108:03 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
108:21 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
108:57 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
109:20 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
109:36 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
109:44 Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
110:22 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
110:37 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
111:01 Watchword could not break the tank line, and Hardback is already inside the fourth.There's no rebuilding from that. Hardback's late-game push decides it.
111:21 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
111:45 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
112:04 Hardback's forces appear to be larger compared to Watchword's!Hardback's army is visibly the bigger one — Watchword should not take this fight.
112:25 Hardback decides to put some pressure on his opponent.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
112:55 Eager to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
113:08 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
113:25 Hardback's siege line holds and Watchword's ultralisks die on the way in.Hardback holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
113:41 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
114:20 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
114:41 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
115:03 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
115:18 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
115:31 Watchword's defilers made that army unkillable and Hardback's position is gone.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
116:02 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
116:21 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
116:45 Hardback scouted Watchword's attempt to harass!Hardback's raid is spotted before it even leaves home.
117:10 Watchword is still going ahead with his harassment!Watchword wanted to raid — instead he's pinned at home, defending.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
117:22 Watchword tried to micro his mutalisks but they were unable to get past Hardback's defense line.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Hardback shuts the door on Watchword.
117:36 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
118:08 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
118:30 At the moment, neither Hardback nor Watchword is leading in army size.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
118:46 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
119:01 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
119:27 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
119:55 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
120:23 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
120:31 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
120:57 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
121:26 Watchword threw the swarm at a full tank line and Hardback barely moved.Watchword throws the endgame army in and Hardback simply refuses to lose.
121:33 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
121:53 About half of Watchword's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Hardback's force stays on that battlefield.
122:26 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
122:35 The battle to decide the game begins!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
123:11 Irradiate on the defilers! Hardback watches Watchword's swarm evaporate and pushes on.There's no rebuilding from that. Hardback's late-game push decides it.
🎙 Hardback has built a commanding army lead — Watchword needs something special here.
123:25 Watchword has lost about half of his army in that battle.Hardback pays for that trade with about half his army.
123:41 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
124:15 Unwilling to suffer further harassment, Watchword taps out!Watchword GGs. A hard-fought game comes to its end.
That's the game: Hardback defeats Watchword, settled in the late game.
■ Watchword
■ Hardback
army value
■ Watchword
■ Hardback
economy
Play-by-play (381 lines)
0:09 The Red Watchword spawns at 1 o'clock while Blue Hardback spawns at 12 o'clock.Cross positions or close ones, it starts here: Watchword at 1 o'clock, Hardback at 12 o'clock.
0:41 Build orders locked in: 12 Pool from Watchword, 14 CC from Hardback.The builds are down: 12 Pool from Watchword, 14 CC from Hardback.
— The early game —
0:52 Close positions: Watchword and Hardback are one ramp apart, and both of them know it.Close positions: Watchword and Hardback are one ramp apart, and both of them know it.
1:09 NR20 is the house rule tonight — no rush: no all-in openings, and nobody attacks until the early game is over.NR20 is the house rule tonight — no rush: no all-in openings, and nobody attacks until the early game is over.
1:40 Currently, neither Watchword nor Hardback appears to be leading in economy.The economies mirror one another. Nothing between Watchword and Hardback yet.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
1:53 Watchword decides to start pushing across the map.No more waiting. Watchword pushes.
2:21 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
— The mid game —
2:43 Watchword seems to control the lurkers very nicely! Even with seemingly equal forces, Hardback is totally losing this battle!Hardback's defense bends, then snaps. Watchword takes the middle of the game.
3:02 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
3:29 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
3:51 What a pity! Watchword managed to sneak 1 zergling past the defense line but it was unable to deal any damage before being killed off by Hardback's army.Good instincts from Hardback; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
4:14 Hardback must macro up quickly or Watchword will just roll him over!Hardback is badly outgunned — Watchword's force is a size larger.
4:34 Hardback is bringing his M&M ball to pressure his opponent now!Hardback's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
4:53 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
5:15 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.
5:22 Watchword had enough lurkers and speedlings to force Hardback to fall back.The timing was right but the fight was wrong: Watchword holds Hardback.
5:45 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
6:16 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Watchword destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
6:31 What a pity! Watchword managed to sneak 1 zergling past the defense line but it was unable to deal any damage before being killed off by Hardback's army.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Hardback shuts the door on Watchword.
6:58 Dropship! Dropship! Hardback drops some vultures into Watchword's mineral line!Watchword looks away for one second and Hardback makes him pay for it.
7:11 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
7:32 Attempting to end the game, Watchword moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
7:53 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
8:20 The battle outcome favors Watchword as Hardback's armies melt into Watchword's armies' weapon fire!Watchword wins the fight convincingly and keeps rolling forward.
8:48 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
9:07 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
9:37 Eager to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
9:45 Watchword decides to start pushing across the map.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
10:14 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The dance is over. They fight.
10:32 Watchword had enough lurkers and speedlings to force Hardback to fall back.The timing was right but the fight was wrong: Watchword holds Hardback.
10:45 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
11:07 Watchword destroyed about half of Hardback's army after that battle.Watchword cuts Hardback's army in half.
🎙 Watchword holds the stronger army for now.
11:39 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
12:01 Hardback is in quite a huge army disadvantage, he doesn't have what it takes to win against Watchword's army.Hardback is badly outgunned — Watchword's force is a size larger.
12:11 Hardback dropped some marines into Watchword's mineral line!Beautiful harassment from Hardback. Watchword's economy takes a real hit.
12:50 Watchword starts pushing out with his speedlings and lurkers!Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
12:59 Hardback decides to move out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
13:21 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.The dance is over. They fight.
13:45 Watchword's burrowed lurkers saved the day! Hardback's M&M had to back off.Watchword absorbs the mid-game push — Hardback gained nothing for the cost.
14:08 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
14:30 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
14:52 Watchword starts pushing out with his speedlings and lurkers!The composition is ready; Watchword starts the push.
15:21 Hardback is bringing his M&M ball to pressure his opponent now!The composition is ready; Hardback starts the push.
15:39 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
16:04 Hardback seemed like winning the battle but when Watchword's mutalisks came into the scene, things changed, Watchword won the battle!Watchword absorbs the mid-game push — Hardback gained nothing for the cost.
16:12 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
16:36 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Watchword destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
16:49 Watchword starts pushing out with his speedlings and lurkers!The composition is ready; Watchword starts the push.
17:31 Hardback is pushing out with a large M&M ball!Hardback hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
17:38 Watchword's number of expansions are equal to Hardback's.Base for base, they're level — Watchword and Hardback match each other.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
18:07 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
18:27 Hardback was out-microed by Watchword and loses all his attacking forces.Hardback commits and it's the wrong call — Watchword cleans it up.
18:56 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
19:18 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Watchword destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
19:38 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!The raid lands — Hardback chips away at Watchword's foundation.
19:45 Hardback tried to drop some marines but they were cleared off by Watchword.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
20:21 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!Watchword hits the timing — this push arrives exactly when it hurts.
20:35 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.
20:59 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!A clean, brutal win for Watchword. The push continues.
🎙 The scales tip toward Watchword — a lead, but not a safe one.
21:18 It seems that Watchword only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
21:30 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
21:50 Hardback harasses Watchword's economy and gets ahead of the game.The raid lands — Hardback chips away at Watchword's foundation.
22:23 Watchword brings his speedlings and lurkers out of his base!Watchword's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
22:51 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The dance is over. They fight.
22:58 Hardback seems to have run out of scans! Watchword's lurkers cleans up the remaining army!The mid-game push crashes through — Watchword breaks Hardback's position.
23:25 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
23:37 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
24:17 Hardback now has enough M&M to take this game! ... Or so he thinks.Hardback's mid-game army is assembled — and it's moving.
🎙 Slight advantage Watchword as the game develops.
24:37 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
— The late game —
24:50 Watchword plagues the vessels and Hardback no longer has the detection to push any further.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
25:08 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
25:30 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
26:05 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
26:12 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
26:29 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.
26:58 Watchword plagues the vessels and Hardback no longer has the detection to push any further.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
27:29 Hardback destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Watchword's army has been decimated.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
🎙 Hardback is a step behind and knows it.
27:40 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
27:59 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!Watchword looks away for one second and Hardback makes him pay for it.
28:16 Hardback's army is small compared to Watchword!Hardback is badly outgunned — Watchword's force is a size larger.
28:40 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
29:13 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
29:38 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
29:45 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
30:21 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
30:42 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
🎙 Watchword holds the stronger army for now.
30:56 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
31:18 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
31:33 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The dance is over. They fight.
31:51 Hardback pushed into four hatcheries of larva. Watchword simply remade the army.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
32:17 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
32:48 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
32:58 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!Watchword looks away for one second and Hardback makes him pay for it.
33:29 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
33:56 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.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
34:10 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
34:27 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
34:48 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
35:07 Hardback decides to start pushing across the map.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
35:42 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
35:49 The battle to decide the game begins!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
36:28 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
36:40 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
36:56 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Slight advantage Watchword as the game develops.
37:19 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
37:36 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
38:15 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
38:34 Watchword kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!Hardback's army evaporates. Watchword doesn't even slow down.
38:57 Watchword destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
39:15 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
39:40 It seems like Watchword has more units than Hardback!Count the units: Watchword has the edge over Hardback right now.
40:03 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
40:16 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
40:27 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
41:03 Watchword's defilers made that army unkillable and Hardback's position is gone.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
41:22 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
41:36 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
42:08 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
42:34 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
42:56 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
43:11 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
43:30 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
43:40 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
44:15 Attempting to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
44:39 Watchword decides to put some pressure on his opponent.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
44:46 The battle to decide the game begins!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
45:06 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
45:35 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
45:54 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
46:16 Hardback harasses Watchword's economy and gets ahead of the game.Hardback gets into Watchword's mineral line — workers are dying.
46:44 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
46:57 Watchword decides to move out with his armies.Watchword tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
47:30 In terms of army size, Watchword and Hardback are around equal.Unit for unit, Watchword and Hardback are level.
47:48 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
48:05 Hardback pushed into four hatcheries of larva. Watchword simply remade the army.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
48:23 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
48:41 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
49:11 Attempting to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
49:37 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
49:56 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
50:08 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
50:35 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
50:52 Watchword destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
51:18 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!Hardback gets into Watchword's mineral line — workers are dying.
51:53 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
52:10 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
52:29 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
52:47 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!Hardback's army evaporates. Watchword doesn't even slow down.
53:05 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
53:28 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
53:54 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
54:06 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
54:31 The battle to decide the game begins!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
54:53 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
55:24 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
55:44 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
56:02 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
56:12 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
56:51 Eager to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
56:58 Both Watchword and Hardback appear to have equal amount of units.Unit for unit, Watchword and Hardback are level.
57:24 The battle to decide the game begins!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
57:48 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
58:06 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
58:38 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
58:58 Watchword decides to move out with his armies.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
59:08 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
59:45 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
59:52 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
60:18 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
60:40 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
60:53 With a successful harassment, Hardback hurts Watchword's economy.Beautiful harassment from Hardback. Watchword's economy takes a real hit.
61:31 Hardback tried to harass Watchword but Watchword successfully fends off the harassment.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
61:39 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
62:14 The battle to decide the game begins!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
62:33 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!A clean, brutal win for Watchword. The push continues.
62:54 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Watchword destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
63:11 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
63:38 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
63:49 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
64:07 In terms of army size, Watchword and Hardback are around equal.Unit for unit, Watchword and Hardback are level.
64:30 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
64:59 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!A clean, brutal win for Watchword. The push continues.
65:10 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
65:33 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
66:03 Hardback creeps forward tank by tank, vessels overhead watching for lurkers.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
66:32 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
66:50 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
66:57 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
67:38 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
67:47 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
68:06 Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
68:41 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
68:55 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
69:14 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
🎙 Watchword holds the stronger army for now.
69:45 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
69:55 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback takes a bite out of Watchword's force and backs off.
70:28 Watchword scouted Hardback's attempt to harass!Watchword's raid is spotted before it even leaves home.
70:47 Hardback is still going ahead with his harassment!Plans change: Hardback's raiders are needed on defense.
71:08 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.Hardback goes for the raid — Watchword is ready, and nothing comes of it.
71:21 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
71:54 At the moment, Watchword seems to have more units than Hardback.Count the units: Watchword has the edge over Hardback right now.
72:10 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
72:30 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
72:43 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
73:16 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
73:41 Hardback tried to lift up the command center but he wasn't in time and it was destroyed by Watchword's armies.No reinforcements in time: Hardback watches Watchword level the expansion.
73:55 Hardback places down a command center.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
74:24 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
74:31 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
74:56 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
75:23 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
75:38 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
75:55 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
76:17 Hardback dropped some marines into Watchword's mineral line!Hardback gets into Watchword's mineral line — workers are dying.
76:42 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
77:03 Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback has seen enough — the army moves out.
77:30 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
77:44 Watchword successfully fends off Hardback's attacks.Watchword takes the fight on his terms and sends Hardback home with nothing.
78:02 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
78:31 Watchword destroyed less army than he should, only less than half of Hardback's army has been decimated.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
79:01 Hardback dropped some marines into Watchword's mineral line!Beautiful harassment from Hardback. Watchword's economy takes a real hit.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
79:17 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
79:35 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
80:08 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
80:30 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
80:46 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
81:03 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
81:19 Hardback's command center has been destroyed by Watchword.Hardback's expansion burns — Watchword tears it down.
81:42 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
82:12 Watchword is leading the game with more expansions than Hardback.Economically it's Watchword's game right now; Hardback is falling behind on bases.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
82:23 Hardback places down a command center.More workers, more money: Hardback expands.
82:47 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
83:03 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
83:34 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!The dance is over. They fight.
83:49 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
84:10 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
84:41 It seems that Hardback only managed to destroy less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
84:52 Eager to end the game, Hardback moves out with his armies.Hardback tightens the formation and starts the long walk.
85:16 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
85:53 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.
86:00 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
86:19 Watchword only destroyed about half of Hardback's army.Half of Hardback's force is gone — Watchword took it apart.
86:43 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
87:11 Hardback's command center has been destroyed by Watchword.Watchword finds the weak point and Hardback's new base is gone.
87:22 Hardback places down a command center.Quietly, Hardback adds a base. These are the moves that decide long games.
87:52 Hardback tried to drop some marines but they were cleared off by Watchword.Good instincts from Watchword; the harassment dies at the doorstep.
88:07 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
88:31 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
🎙 Even footing again — the tension builds.
88:54 Watchword's defilers made that army unkillable and Hardback's position is gone.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
89:23 Hardback has lost about half of his army in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
89:43 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
90:04 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!Hardback gets into Watchword's mineral line — workers are dying.
90:12 Hardback decides to start pushing across the map.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
90:49 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
90:57 In terms of army size, Watchword and Hardback are around equal.Unit for unit, Watchword and Hardback are level.
91:23 The battle to decide the game begins!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
91:54 Plague, then swarm, then the charge. Hardback's army simply dissolves.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
🎙 Dead even — neither player has found the edge yet.
92:03 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
92:37 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
92:47 Hardback tried to drop some marines but they were cleared off by Watchword.The sneak attack is sniffed out — Watchword shuts the door on Hardback.
93:16 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
93:41 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
94:07 Ultralisks into the tank line under swarm — Watchword destroys everything Hardback had.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
94:14 With excellent skills and micro, Hardback managed to fend off Watchword while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
94:47 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
95:03 Hardback's army is small compared to Watchword!Hardback needs production, fast; Watchword's army has outgrown his.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
95:15 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
95:53 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
96:00 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
96:32 Watchword plagues the vessels and Hardback no longer has the detection to push any further.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
96:55 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
97:06 It seems that Watchword only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
97:39 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
98:02 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
98:15 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.
98:35 Ultralisks and cracklings meet the tanks head on — Watchword holds and Hardback falls back.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
99:05 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
99:17 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Watchword destroyed only less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword clips Hardback's army — real damage, but Hardback fights on.
99:42 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
100:01 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Everything Hardback has built comes forward at once.
100:18 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
100:45 Dark swarm goes down and Hardback's marines are firing at nothing! Watchword's cracklings eat the entire line!The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
101:14 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
101:34 That attack didn't seem to do much damage, Hardback destroyed only less than half of Watchword's army.Hardback clips Watchword's army — real damage, but Watchword fights on.
🎙 Watchword holds the stronger army for now.
101:44 Hardback dropped some marines into Watchword's mineral line!Watchword looks away for one second and Hardback makes him pay for it.
102:21 Watchword moves out with his armies.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
102:28 Every scan ready, every upgrade done — Hardback starts the walk to the hatcheries.Max supply, full upgrades: Hardback moves out to end it.
103:02 Currently, Watchword and Hardback appear to have around the same army size.The armies weigh the same — dead even on the field.
103:09 The two armies meet and a large battle starts to engage!Here it comes: two full armies, one engagement.
103:46 Watchword's defilers made that army unkillable and Hardback's position is gone.The final army does its work — Watchword breaks Hardback late.
103:53 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
104:20 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
104:47 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
104:57 Unwilling to make the game too long, Watchword starts moving out.Here it comes: Watchword crosses the map with everything.
105:29 The battle to decide the game begins!The armies collide — this is the fight both of them wanted.
105:41 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Watchword holds the late-game siege — what a defensive stand!
106:17 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
106:39 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.A cheap fight for Watchword — the losses are light.
106:54 Plague first, then the charge — Watchword goes for the throat.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
107:15 Hardback decides to put some pressure on his opponent.No more waiting. Hardback pushes.
107:37 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!The dance is over. They fight.
107:57 Hardback was out-microed by Watchword and loses all his attacking forces.Watchword holds! The push breaks against a perfect defense.
🎙 The armies trade evenly; this one is still anyone's game.
108:07 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
108:29 It seems that Watchword only managed to destroy less than half of Hardback's army.Watchword takes a bite out of Hardback's force and backs off.
108:51 It seems like Watchword has more units than Hardback!Count the units: Watchword has the edge over Hardback right now.
109:15 Cloaked wraiths from Hardback are harassing Watchword!The raid lands — Hardback chips away at Watchword's foundation.
109:50 Watchword decides to start pushing across the map.Watchword has seen enough — the army moves out.
110:02 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
110:16 The battle to decide the game begins!Both players push to the middle of the map, and a large fight breaks out.
110:41 Dark swarm goes down on the ramp and Hardback's marines cannot shoot a thing. The push is over.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
111:05 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
111:30 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
111:41 Irradiate banked and the siege line moving — Hardback pushes into the swarm.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
112:19 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
112:29 The battle to decide the game begins!Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
113:02 Watchword plagues the vessels and Hardback no longer has the detection to push any further.Hardback throws the endgame army in and Watchword simply refuses to lose.
113:26 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
113:37 After that battle, Hardback still has most of his army with him.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
113:51 Hardback tried to sneak a drop but it was discovered by Watchword.Hardback knocks, Watchword answers. No damage done.
114:19 In terms of army size, Hardback is behind Watchword!Hardback is badly outgunned — Watchword's force is a size larger.
🎙 Nothing between them. One engagement could decide it.
114:35 Hardback moves out with the M&M ball tucked in behind a wall of sieged tanks.This is the big one — Hardback commits the late-game army.
114:57 Hive tech and a full defiler pack — Watchword is moving out!This is the big one — Watchword commits the late-game army.
115:18 Both armies meet at the center of the map and start attacking.Contact in the middle of the map. Everything is committed.
115:42 Watchword's defilers made that army unkillable and Hardback's position is gone.There's no rebuilding from that. Watchword's late-game push decides it.
116:01 Hardback lost about half of his army in that battle.Watchword pays for that trade with about half his army.
116:39 With excellent skills and micro, Watchword managed to fend off Hardback while losing less than half of his army.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
116:59 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
117:22 As both armies meet, they soon start exchanging fires!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
117:36 Watchword kills off Hardback's armies and continues pushing!A clean, brutal win for Watchword. The push continues.
🎙 The scales tip toward Watchword — a lead, but not a safe one.
117:56 Losing only less than half of his army, Hardback seems to be fine.Watchword keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
118:27 After that battle, Watchword still has most of his army with him.A cheap fight for Hardback — the losses are light.
118:43 Ultralisks in front, cracklings behind, defilers at the back: Watchword commits everything.Everything Watchword has built comes forward at once.
119:06 The two armies clash and a large battle starts to happen!Neither side backs off — the battle is joined.
119:13 All of a sudden, Hardback has no armies left while Watchword is continuing to push across the map!Hardback's army evaporates. Watchword doesn't even slow down.
119:42 About half of Hardback's army has been decimated in that battle.Half of Watchword's force stays on that battlefield.
119:58 Losing only less than half of his army, Watchword seems to be fine.Hardback keeps most of his army intact through the exchange.
120:28 Watchword shot down Hardback's command center.Hardback's expansion burns — Watchword tears it down.
120:39 Watchword moves out under dark swarm. The marines can shoot all they like.Max supply, full upgrades: Watchword moves out to end it.
🎙 Watchword has built a commanding army lead — Hardback needs something special here.
121:17 Unwilling to suffer further harassment, Hardback taps out!Nothing left to defend with — Hardback taps.
GG. Watchword closes it out over Hardback.
Head to head
0 gamesThese players have never met before.