The Divine Genius’s Game Broadcasting Chapter 321

Episode 321 – P-5 (2)

Tri-team waiting room before the bracket is decided.

“It’s my first time seeing you face to face. Nice to meet you all.”

Lee Kyung-bok and the women's team members greeted each other.

“Oh my, what is it? Purple-nim, your voice is better than when I heard it on the phone.”

“Wow, really. Hearing it in person is a real treat.”

“I’m glad to hear that.”

Lee Kyung-bok smiled at Maktasuni and Ha So-yeon's praise. Soon, the praise went to Decibel, the youngest member of the team.

"No, and our Decibel-nim! I was really surprised when I saw your video! How did you improve so much?"

“Oh, I’ve seen this a lot too! Wow, I really thought, where can you find a newbie like this?”

Decibel felt a sense of pride at the compliment, but he wasn't proud.

"Thanks to you both for saying that, it feels like all my hard work has paid off! Oh, but it's not so much my fault as Purple's coaching, which is really great. Just don't doubt it and just keep going! Miraculously, things will turn out well."

She had no intention of monopolizing the ball. Didn't she also feel a great deal of help from Lee Kyung-bok?

"Ahaha, no. Coaching isn't about asking for the impossible, is it? I recommended it to you because you can do it all, Decibel."

Lee Kyung-bok's humble answer made the atmosphere even more cheerful.

"No, what's wrong? Why do you say things so beautifully, Purple? Who would refuse if you said it like that?"

“Oh, Purple! Could you possibly coach me too?”

“Oh? Me too! Seeing Decibel really makes me want more.”

Lee Kyung-bok smiled at the two people's request.

“I’m sorry, but I think coaching you two might be a bit difficult.”

But the answer that came out soon was rejection.

“Ah… Well, Decibel, you must be busy coaching too.”

"Oh my, three people at the same time is a bit too much. We were too impatient, too hasty."

Maktasuni and Hasoyeon expressed their regret, but soon came to understand.

'Oh, I guess I should keep quiet.'

Decibel kept his mouth shut, his expression complicated. It was as if he was worried that the two people might be harmed because of him.

But wouldn't it be presumptuous to step forward like that?

"Both of you are right, but it's not just about time. It's more about efficiency."

“Efficiency?”

All three people's eyes widened at Lee Kyung-bok's words.

"It's because Decibel lacks prior knowledge of fighting games, so he's actually learning quickly. However, the two of you are already so skilled that even if you receive coaching, you won't really feel any improvement."

It was a difference in decibels between the two people who originally enjoyed metal punch.

In the long run, both of them should improve their skills, but it wouldn't be a significant improvement in the competition right away.

“Rather, your skills may not improve immediately due to the friction between your own habits and my coaching.”

Moreover, processing raw materials and reprocessing finished products are different things.

For Lee Kyung-bok, it was easy to turn a beginner into an expert, but it required even more effort to turn an expert into a super master.

"No, really. It's just that we're experts, so it's harder to teach, right? I really, really like the way Purple speaks. I should tell my wife to watch this and learn from it."

“Oh, sis. You’re secretly trying to pickle me again.”

Decibel also felt much more at ease after hearing the two people's answers.

<Okay! The raffle has begun!>

Just then, Jeong So-yoon's voice began to announce the matchup. All four turned their gazes toward the scoreboard.

Soon the first vanguard was decided.

“What!? It’s me!? Oh my, I’m the vanguard!”

Maktasuni was surprised to see her own name, but soon smiled brightly.

The reason was as Genome predicted.

“No, isn’t this really a hidden camera? Are you being considerate and letting me prepare a dowry!?”

“Hey, sister, I’m going to buy a washing machine this time.”

Everyone laughed at that.

But soon after the mid-level order was announced, the situation changed.

"Huh!? I'm a veteran? No, I like this, but…"

Ha So-yeon felt a moment of relief, then quickly looked away. Not only her, but Lee Gyeong-bok and Makta-soon felt the same.

It was to check the complexion of Decibel, who was in charge of the captaincy.

And the decibels.

“I, I’m the captain? The captain?!”

Completely frozen.

Her trembling voice and stiff body told me she was already nervous.

"Hey, it's okay! No, I have to go to the funeral, so I don't have anything to give you, Decibel!"

"Don't worry too much, Decibel. We'll do our best up front. Even if we lose, we'll really hang on and give it our all!"

Maktasuni and Hasoyeon offered comforting words to him. Thanks to them, Decibel was able to calm down.

And then he started clapping his hands and his eyes lit up.

“Oh, and we have a chance card too!”

“That’s right! We had another card, didn’t we?”

“Full burst cards are a bit tricky to use, so you can control them with bans and picks.”

While the three were feeling relieved, Lee Gyeong-bok, who had been quiet, intervened.

“Well, I don’t plan on using the Chance Card.”

"yes?"

“Mr. Purple?”

“You’re not using it in the battle?”

His words made the three of them turn their heads. Naturally, they were expecting him to use it for Decibel.

"Of course, if all three of you agree. Please listen to my reasons and think about it."

Lee Kyung-bok met her gaze calmly and explained.

"Actually, ban-pick cards are fatal to us, but not to Serengeti. They're professional K/DA players, so they have alts."

“Oh, that’s true.”

"The problem is that there aren't just one sub-character. So, using a ban/pick card actually increases the number of variables we have to consider."

Only one character could be banned with a ban/pick card, while the opponent had more options.

"Ah! Then it'll be hard for me to know which character I should focus on and prepare for."

"Yes, so I think using ban/pick cards is actually a bad move. And one more thing."

Lee Gyeong-bok continued speaking, raising his index finger.

“I intend to get this straight.”

"yes?"

“Just like you all, Team Serengeti probably thinks I use a ban/pick card, right?”

“Probably… right?”

"Yes, then I'll focus on practicing my sub-character. But if I say I won't use it, the opposing team will inevitably get confused."

“Oh, like when we played pirate roulette?”

All three of them were able to understand quickly because they had seen the battle for the chance card.

“Oh, right. I’m confused as to whether this is real or not, so I guess I’ll have to practice with both my main character and my sub-character.”

“Oh, even this comment is a psychological warfare? You’re truly amazing.”

“I agree with Purple’s opinion!”

Decibel immediately raised his hand and expressed his opinion.

"I understand why you said that, and I've trusted Purple-nim's judgment up until now. I'll follow through to the end!"

The other two laughed and nodded at him.

“Purple, you’ve thought about everything.”

“If a ban pick is needed, then it’s Decibel who needs it the most, so there’s no disagreement.”

Lee Kyung-bok answered him with a smile.

“Thank you for trusting me. You won't be disappointed.”

* * *

Jeong So-yoon and the commentators, who did not know the inside story, were unable to recover from the shock.

“Now, Purple-nim has declared that he will not use ban-pick cards. If it is for strategic reasons, please do not comment. If it is for other reasons, could you please explain a little?”

Lee Kyung-bok answered Jeong So-yoon's cautious question with a smile.

"Of course, there's a strategic element to it. But the bigger reason is that our team members will demonstrate skills that will make cards unnecessary."

The chat, which had been filled with question marks, erupted in laughter at that answer.

-This is really a feeling of being a pervert lol

-5252, Are you planning to compete with coaching during the training period? LOL!

-If it's perfect coaching, then it has the potential to be king, right?

-Considering the growth rate of Denunna, it is quite possible that she will become real, right?

-If you have the skills, you don't need a chance card, isn't that common sense?

-Oh my gosh, that's just common sense!

Jeong So-yoon soon nodded her head.

"Yes, that's good. Since you mentioned there's a strategic element, I'll stop commenting here. You'll be able to find out what it is on the day of the event! Watch the live broadcast. Now, let's move on to the men's draw!"

As she progressed, the screen on the scoreboard changed. As the lineup of male contestants appeared, Jeong So-yoon cleared her throat and called attention.

"Okay! The lineup for the men's division is out now. But there are some differences from the women's division, right?"

"Oh, right now, the only slots are the vanguard and the midfielder? If you're thinking, 'What? Is this a bug?', please reserve your judgment!"

"That's right! I think those who are perceptive have already figured it out. The men's division captain has already been decided!"

Genome and Doelka were in sync. Along with him, the leader's seat was adorned with Lee Kyung-bok's Q-Tube logo.

"Yes! That's right. The men's teams already have captains."

"I don't think anyone will be dissatisfied with this decision. The climax is supposed to come at the end, right? And it's the biggest match of all time! This is the last one you should watch!"

"That's right. What if someone like Shoulder or Purple were to take the lead or take the middle ground? That alone would throw the tournament's balance off."

Viewers also expressed their strong sympathy for the commentators' explanations.

-Really lol I'm actually coming here to watch the Upper Daejeon

-If you show this first, I don't think I'll watch the rest of the game lol

-I think it's also a consideration for other players lol

-If you really have a shoulder or god-like ability, you can easily get a 1:3 kill from the vanguard.

-Men's players (0 games, spectators)

It was right, both from a broadcasting standpoint and from the tournament's perspective, to postpone the most anticipated match until later.

"Now, does that mean the other games are meaningless? That's not true either!"

"That's right. The roles of the vanguard and midfielders are also important! A dominant team can drain the opposing captain's stamina even more, right?"

"That's how important this bracket decision is. And it's all decided in one fell swoop, right? You need to pay close attention!"

Since the captain's position was fixed, there was only one draw.

The viewers immediately turned their attention to the scoreboard at the commentator's words.

"Okay, let's go back to the slots now! What kind of bracket will we get?"

"As Mr. Shoulder said, there's a law of conservation of luck, right? You said the women's division was favorable for Serengeti, so this time, it's Tri's turn to have the advantage!"

"No, Genie. Then I'll have nothing to say. It's completely nonsensical!"

A brief laughter passed through the chat window at the two commentators' words. Soon, the slots began to slow down.

“Oh, it’s slow now! Who’s coming out!?”

"With two candidates on both sides, even if things slow down, they'll keep changing! You can't let your guard down until the very end!"

“Stop! Stop now!”

Soon the slots were fixed and the results were announced.

[Sunbong – <Bold> VS <Skull Kim>]

[Mid-career – <Kim Kim Kim> VS <Eclipse>

[Captain – <Shoulder> VS <Perfect Play>]

In addition, Jeong So-yoon quickly checked the waiting rooms of both teams.

“Ah! Both teams are looking bright right now!”

Surprisingly, everyone seemed fine. Jeong So-yoon turned her gaze again.

"And our commentators are no exception! It seems like both sides are satisfied with the result. Let's hear Genome's commentary first to find out what happened!"

"Oh, yes! I mentioned this during the women's division drawing, but the mid-level position is less demanding, right? Eclipse, you joined the ranks last of the three. But you've found your place, just like I did! This is absolutely the best!"

Genome spoke quickly, his voice brisk with genuine joy. Only then, as if he had found some composure, did he add a smile.

"And isn't this the correct order, even by rank? It's supposed to be the intern who goes first!"

-A black company here?

-Determining the order of black corporate food ㅎㄷㄷ

-Intern > Assistant Manager > President in that order lol

-5252, it spread to the system too lol!!

-Ah haha it was the Korean system

-Oh my gosh, does the system also check nationality?

Jeong So-yoon also smiled at him and passed the turn to Doelka.

“I also think it would be good if Eclipse was placed in the mid-level position.”

“Huh? The Serengeti team too?”

“That’s right. Of course, our Daramnim and KimKimKim will win, but even if they lose, Tsujimoto won’t be able to easily reduce your shoulder strength, right?”

“Oh, that would be okay. You don’t know what you’re talking about.”

Genome interjected and retorted.

"You've seriously underestimated Eclipse-sama's chivalry. Those of you who watched the broadcast know this, but Eclipse-sama is the Japanese champion! He even held his own against Triple-sama!"

“That’s a bit of a stretch. I’m not underestimating Triple, but honestly, I don’t think Triple is on the same level as Shoulder.”

Jeong So-yoon raised both hands as if to block out the voices coming from both sides.

"Okay! I'll stop here for the commentary. It's not yet time to make a definitive judgment! Earlier, Purple-nim declared that ban-pick cards wouldn't be used in the women's division, right? That means there's a higher chance that ban-picks will be used in the men's division."

"Yes. The bracket is already well-formed, and I don't know how the chance cards will be used."

"Yes, that's right. I guess we'll have to see how the match unfolds."

The two people also commented on her mediation. Jeong So-yoon took a short breath and continued.

"So, we've heard the commentators' comments. Now, let's hear directly from the parties involved. This time, let's hear Purple's comments first."

At her words, Lee Kyung-bok took the microphone.

"Oh, yes. Our entire team is satisfied. We're all looking forward to an exciting match, and we'll do our best to present an entertaining match to the viewers."

-You're free, Imari, lol

-Really lol, you're not worried at all?

-???: If I lose in the front, I can win everything, right?

-Ah haha Godple will take care of everything

-In the meantime, I thought about the pervert.

-Idiot! This idiot only thinks about broadcasting!

Viewers weren't worried either, as Jeong So-yoon spoke in her usual tone. She smiled and handed the microphone to him.

"Oh, Purple-nim, you've taken all my comments. We also think this is a perfect matchup. I'm really looking forward to the event day!"

-Intercepting black corporate comments

-Godple leaves you speechless in many ways lol

-But right now, it seems like Shoulder is only thinking about fighting Godple.

-???: I want to fight the captains quickly

-Really ㅋㅋ I've been having so much fun playing the game since the Brawl Mode merge ㅋㅋㅋ

-Ah haha how can a perfect newbie endure this? haha

Jeong So-yoon felt relieved at the lively chat window.

'You both did a great job of walking the line.'

Given the inherent bias of the commentary concept, there was a risk of hurtful comments being made. Fortunately, both Genome and Dokkaebi maintained a proper balance, and thanks to her mediation, the conversation immediately returned to normal.

Jeong So-yoon prepared to finish with a much more relaxed smile.

"Yes, thank you both for your input. This concludes the matchup. Now, the main tournament is just five days away! I'm already looking forward to seeing how both teams prepare during that time, and what kind of surprising matchup will unfold on tournament day."

"Yes, that's right. I have no doubt that this opportunity will prove the might of Serengeti, the master of fighting games."

"Haha, it's not just the athletes who fight at the tournament. If you see this stadium on the day, you'll be absolutely swooning!"

Will it work? Genome also threw in a closing comment.

"Tri-Day viewers! 'D-5' until the competition? No! It's not D-Day, it's P-Day! Don't forget Purple Day! Mark it as 'P-5' and wait!"

Genome immediately turned to the camera and emphasized again. Jeong So-yoon smiled and stopped him.

"Okay! We'll see you again in five days for the main tournament! Thank you for watching!"

“Go Serengeti!”

“Remember Purple Day!”

The viewers laughed at the noisy scene until the very end.

-Ah haha that guy's tension never died down until the end haha

-It's not a commentary, it's like he's a drunkard lol

-The stadium intuition seems like it would be super fun lol

-I need to get some cheering avatar props lol

-Ah, 5 days is too long!

-I miss you alreadyㅠㅠㅠ

Even on a screen that had turned completely black, a chat window quickly appeared. Among them, fighting gamers expressed a special appreciation.

-What the heckㅋㅋㅋ Look at the firepowerㅋㅋㅋ

-This time, my shoulder really did something big.

-Really lol Metal Punch has never received this much attention

-The upper combination will probably remain a legend in the fighting game world lol

-No matter who wins, the fighting gamers are still invincible lol

At least for the time being.

-Is our game now visible in the community?

-It's possible to get a Godple map lol

-From now on, will fighting gamers also be considered popular?

There would be endless talk about Metal Punch in every community.

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