The Divine Genius’s Game Broadcasting Chapter 196

Episode 196 – Perfect Scream (5)

Metagamer Headquarters.

Shin Hye-rim, Purple's dedicated reporter, couldn't take her eyes off the monitor.

"and……"

Her subject, Purple, was so good at what she did on screen that it made me exclaim in admiration.

But soon she flinched and looked aside.

“Oh, I’m sorry. I know you’re busy.”

She wasn't the only one monitoring the scrimmage. Next to Shin Hye-rim, another reporter was typing quickly on the keyboard.

“No, it’s okay. I can multitask to this extent.”

Shin Hye-rim glanced at the monitor next to her. The content he was writing down quickly appeared on the screen.

“Wow… … You just look at it and the content comes out right away. I was so confused.”

“Haha, thank you. But compared to my seniors, I’m a bit slow at this too.”

“Really? Professional reporters are different.”

Shin Hye-rim nodded and looked around.

The place she was was not the influencer team where she worked.

'It's competition season, so everyone looks busy.'

This was the office dedicated to the 'Mystic League', the largest online game team.

“Thank you so much. You are so busy with MCK, but you took the time for me… … ”

“Of course I have to give you my time.”

He smiled at the renewed gratitude.

“We received help during the Elephant Interview article. If something comes, something must go.”

Soon he continued speaking, slightly pushing his chair back.

“I’ve finished organizing, but would you like to check it out?”

“Oh, yes yes!”

Shin Hye-rim quickly read through the document, taking in the organized content.

'That's right, First Blood! The kill angle created by sacrificing Genom in the beginning made a difference in the snowball.'

The first official champion to die was Shaka, Genom. However, since he died on the tower, none of the LattePros received any reward for the champion kill.

Purple, on the other hand, successfully dealt with the caffeine and reaped its rewards.

'Yes, Mr. Ikle is also a sub-champion, but he did better than expected.'

Until Caffeine's return, the jungler replaced the mid lane, which broke the balance of the top lane.

Eclipse showed off his incredible skill in his first real match in Kaiser mode.

'Caffeine had no choice but to pay attention to Shaka ganks, and ended up buying additional wards.'

Caffeine didn't suffer the same number twice. However, the preparation inevitably required funds. On the other hand, Purple still grew safely without wards.

As a result, the gap between mid laners has widened further.

'Helps with proper roaming and buffing creep leashes. Originally, he did the job of the bottom duo.'

Purple, who had some free time, left the lane and helped Genome hunt buff creeps. Genome, who received the buff, supported the relatively weak bottom lane and balanced it out.

'It's just like Purple said. Both Genome and Caffeine died, but the difference in value was too great.'

The lives exchanged in the beginning were not of equal value, and the gap that developed between them determined the outcome of the game.

Shin Hye-rim clapped her hands in renewed admiration.

“Wow, you’ve organized it really neatly! I need to see it and learn from it too.”

“Hey, what is it?”

While Shin Hye-rim was downloading the file, the reporter added a word.

“Excuse me, Reporter Shin. Could you please stay a little longer and then leave?”

"yes?"

“Well, I can rest a little more while you’re here, reporter.”

As he whispered softly, Shin Hye-rim nodded her head. The office was busy, so if she wasn't there, things would start going back to normal right away.

“This time, Crazy Smurf is a bit unusual.”

But since both of them seemed to be absentmindedly staring, the topic of the competition came up.

“Originally, MCK was the main event, and Crazy Smurf was a bonus event that was enjoyed after the league ended.”

“Oh, that’s right. That’s right, but this time things are a little different.”

“I think the higher-ups also think it’s very important. They’re even asking us to analyze it at a level that’s almost like a semi-pro league.”

Shin Hye-rim rolled her eyes and nodded. As she said, 'Mad Smurf' was famous, but it had never been analyzed in such depth.

“But that can’t be helped, because the number of viewers is different from the previous year.”

“How many people were there last year?”

“At that time, the average viewership was probably around 15,000. And that was only for the games that were watched, and the scrimmage games didn’t even exceed 10,000.”

It was a pretty big number for an amateur competition, but it was nothing compared to this year.

“But even though it’s a scrimmage, there are almost 70,000 viewers right now. And that includes overseas viewers.”

“Wow, 70,000. Even when I hear it again, it doesn’t feel real. Well, since there was so much interest, the higher-ups decided to make it into an article.”

70,000 people gathered for the scrimmage, which was not even a real competition, and it was only natural for the media to gather where there were people.

“Ultimately, it is not the organizers who decide the level of a competition, but the consumers, the viewers.”

Shin Hye-rim smiled with an inexplicable sense of pride.

“And this year, the person who brings those viewers is participating.”

Her gaze turned to the monitor. On the frozen screen, she saw the figure of a magician holding a card.

“I told you Purple Coin is not a joke?”

Streamer Purple, wherever he goes, he rises in rank.

* * *

Crazy Smurfs' previous year's winning team, 'Don Damas'.

They were gathered together and watching the broadcast in the studio.

<Okay, so the scream has ended!>

<Thank you all for your hard work.>

Each team member, including Genome and Caffeine, greeted each other.

"and……"

“It turns out like this.”

The team members muttered and let out sighs. The result of the scrimmage between Fuzzy Day and Latte Pro.

<3:0, so the preparations will be even busier.>

A complete victory for Fuzzy Day, who had won three games in a row. However, Caffeine did not seem discouraged at all.

[-Latte Pro was really good too lol]

[-This is what I mean when I say that the fuzzy day was too strong]

[-???: It is not shameful to lose to a strong person]

[-Why is Kaiser so good, Ikle?]

[-The Ghost Knight is also a knight, so that's why~]

[-Surprisingly, today the guy was the real deal]

[-It's really fun to change the employees of a black company!]

[-What kind of a jerk is this lol]

[-Scream, how many famous scenes are there? LOL]

[-Since it's 3 games, isn't it 3?]

[-Ah lol, one game is full of famous scenes]

Although it was Purple's broadcast, the chat window was filled with praise for both teams.

Now that the game was over, there was no reason to watch any more. Team leader Don Gwak turned off the broadcast and looked around at his team members.

Everyone had serious expressions on their faces, as if they were quite shocked.

“What’s going on? Why is the atmosphere like this? Are you scared already?”

He tried to lighten the mood by speaking playfully, but it didn't do much good.

“Ugh, is this the time to joke around?”

“No, honey. Are you kidding me? Everyone is just too serious. Isn’t that right, brother-in-law?”

“Oh, bro. I can’t hit this shield.”

“Okay, bro. I told you this isn’t the time to joke around.”

“It’s not common for Latte Pro to win three times in a row.”

Don-gwa-ri pouted at the words of his returning team members.

Don Damas was an unusual crew in that its members were made up of actual family members and relatives.

“Oh, is it possible that Latte Pro saved some power?”

“Oh? That could be true. He hid his true abilities strategically.”

“No, no. That’s not it.”

Don-gap immediately waved his hand at his teammates' words. Everyone's eyes gathered at this.

“If it was against another team, it might be possible, but against Purge Day, it’s not possible.”

“Only Purge Day? Why?”

“Now, think about why Mr. Caffeine is famous. His excellent sense, and the analysis through that sense! That’s why he’s famous.”

Donga said as he rolled his eyes. He too was a die-hard fan of the Mystic League and remembered the heyday of caffeine.

“But where does the correct analysis come from? It’s the correct data. But if you deal with the fuzzy days half-heartedly, you won’t get the correct data.”

“If you want to draw out sincerity, you have to be sincere, is that it?”

“That’s right! As expected, he’s my brother-in-law. He’s just so perfect.”

The money price let out a hearty laugh, but the atmosphere was still serious.

“Brother, so the result of the scrimmage is the same in the actual game?”

“I don’t know about that either.”

He shrugged his shoulders at his brother's words.

“Be it Latte Pro or Plus Alpha, I don’t know what they’ll prepare.”

“No, bro. If you say you don’t know everything, then there’s no point in analyzing it.”

“Hey, that’s not it. What did I say? Accurate data makes for accurate analysis. Isn’t that clear from this scrim?”

Everyone's eyes widened at those words. Don Gap-gi turned the broadcast back on.

“Even in a situation where there was no information between the two sides, Purge Day caught the other team off guard. Maybe no matter what the other team was preparing… … ”

He turned his head.

Since the broadcast had already ended, only the channel logo was visible on the screen.

“Purge Day is unlikely to be dealt with.”

The most likely team to advance to the playoffs from Group A was Purge Day.

* * *

A few days later.

The scrimmage schedule for Group A and all other groups has ended.

As the official match week finally arrived, numerous viewers flocked to Light Games' official channel.

-It's finally starting lol

-1 week is really long lol

-I couldn't have endured it without the scream lol

-Why are you only doing Group A's scream once? LOL!

-But wasn't the scream quality different?

-Really ㅋㅋ Rewatching Group A's screams is more fun than watching any ranked game broadcast.

– Group D was worth watching because it had Don Damas.

-Other groups are also good, but Group A's scrims are just too damn goodㅋㅋㅋ

While the chat window was bustling, Caster Wanggeom and the commentators appeared with greetings.

“Well, today! Today is the day! The day that many of you have been waiting for, Crazy Smurf, begins!”

“Yes, that’s right. Did you all watch the scrimmage?”

“Wow, this was no joke. What Wanggeom said last time really hit home. This tournament is truly ‘unprecedented’!”

The three of them began to lightly reminisce about last week and began to feel more excited. Soon, Wanggeom raised his hand and drew their attention.

“Can I make a confession of conscience here?”

“Confession of conscience?”

“No, all of a sudden? Let me hear it first.”

He pretended to clasp his hands together and bow his head.

“Actually, I’m a caster, right? I don’t have as much burden to analyze as the commentators. That’s why I didn’t really watch the scrimmages.”

The two commentators exchanged glances. How on earth should we take this?

But Wanggeom didn't wait for that.

“But I told you! This tournament is truly the greatest ever! If you miss it, you’ll regret it for half your life! That’s why I watched every single one of the scrimmages!”

“Oh, that’s what you were going to say!”

“No, I thought it was a broadcasting accident at that moment! Your Majesty, if you were going to do something like this, please tell me in advance!”

-What are you talking about, Jjinten? ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-That's what I mean, it's Wang Myeong-su.

-I'm about to cross the line lol

-A man like the can of soju in the caster world… …

-Ah haha I have to get drunk quickly

Wanggeom checked the chat window's response and raised both hands.

“Of course I’m joking. I’ve watched all the scrimmages in previous tournaments. If I know the scrimmages well, I have more to talk about.”

“Yes, that’s right. How each team responded, why they used that strategy! It often comes from scrims.”

“In that sense, the one that is truly unpredictable is Group A. No, really! Everyone who watched it will know. Is this really Scream? I thought to myself.”

The chat window was filled with 'yes' and 'really lol' at the commentator's words.

“I couldn’t watch it live because of work. But I was really surprised when I heard the number of viewers later.”

“Oh, I did that too? 70,000 people, that’s not a number you can easily believe. At first, I thought, “Oh no, did you say 7,000 wrong?” and really doubted my ears!”

“Honestly, it’s no exaggeration to say that this is a semi-pro league! Sponsors, are you watching!? Um, our pay is also a bit… …”

The commentators burst into laughter as Wanggeom said playfully.

“No, this is the personal opinion of Caster Wanggeom!”

“I am satisfied!”

“Of course I’m joking. Now, the results were quite unexpected, right? When we announced the groups, we called them Group A of Death, but the winners and losers were clearly decided.”

“Yes, that’s right. I wonder if there are people who don’t know, but Group A’s scrimmage was only 5 games! It ended with 5 games and one team winning!”

“Yes, that’s right. Purgeday won five out of five games. This is the first scrim result like this in the history of Mad Smurfs.”

Wanggeom nodded and checked the time. The warm-up time requested by the host had not yet been fully met.

“But that wasn’t the only surprising thing. The two teams that played against the Purge Day team, Plus Alpha and Latte Pro, didn’t even have a scrimmage!”

“Yes, that’s right. Actually, there’s no problem. Each team has the freedom to decide on scrimmages, right? But this has never happened before.”

“That alone shows how much both teams are wary of Purge Day. It must have been agreed upon, but I think that agreement was probably a time-wasting measure to prepare for Purge Day.”

Plus Alpha and Latte Pro did not scrimmage. I don't know exactly why they did it, but I could guess.

“When I see things like this, I think the same thing again. Has there ever been an amateur competition where they prepare this intensely?”

“That’s right, that’s right. Looking at the current viewership, the mindset of the players on the participating teams, and the number of players, you can’t just call it an amateur competition!”

“I dare say, I think Mad Smurf should divide this year into before and after.”

Wanggeom nodded and checked the time again. It was time to start making full-fledged progress.

“Okay, that’s right. The Crazy Smurfs that are loved by so many people! We’re going to start the first match in earnest. Isn’t the anticipation really high from the start?”

“Yes, the Group A of Death that I mentioned earlier! A fierce battle between these strong teams is expected.”

“If you look at the scrim matches alone, it was a landslide victory for the Purgatory Day team, but no one knows what changed after that.”

As the commentators skillfully joined in the proceedings, the viewers also naturally followed the flow.

-This is all real, it's all done through private practice ㅋㅋㅋ

-It looks like he's really trying to do it with his teeth clenched ㅋㅋㅋ

-I didn't turn on the broadcast because I was afraid that Latte Pro's strategy would be exposed ㅋㅋㅋ

-Huh? Purge Day has been on the air consistently?

-Ah haha you don't know how to make a pervert?

While the other two teams practiced without even turning on the broadcast, the Fuzzy Day team continued with the 5-person queue merge.

Most considered it a show of confidence, but some begrudgingly did.

-Could that be just for show?

-I see, it's not a genomic kick?

-Really lol I really couldn't predict the position change

-Don't ignore the black corporate strategy ㅋㅋㅋ

-I really don't know what variables will come out in this competition ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

While the chat window was bustling, Wanggeom checked the message.

“Okay, good! Both teams are ready now.”

“It’s finally starting! The monumental first match of Mad Smurf!”

“The opening ceremony of Crazy Smurfs! Let’s go meet the main characters!”

The viewers' attention was immediately focused on the commentator's voice.

In the midst of everyone's expectations.

“When it comes to the opening game, this person comes to mind again! The Purging Day team with Purple!”

“I wonder what kind of appearance they will have when they return! Don’t underestimate the amount of practice that athletes put in! The plus alpha team of Medalist Pride!”

“The first match in Group A is Purge Day vs. Plus Alpha! Plus Alpha vs. Purge Day!”

The match between the Fuzzy Day team and the Plus Alpha team has begun.