Sledgehammer70
05-18-2007, 04:30 PM
Zicro
Name: Michael Webb
Date of birth: July 25, 1988
Town: Mandeville LA
Occupation: College
C&C generals: nicks/highest rate: N/A
C&C zero hour: nicks/highest rate: N/A
C&C3: nicks/highest rate: Zicro/top5(1885)
----- The “C&C series” and you -----
Can you make a short presentation of yourself?
Hi, my name is Michael I am 18 years old and currently live in the state of Louisiana.
Same old question. When did you start to play online games, especially the C&C series?
I believe my first online games were the early days of Counter-Strike and StarCraft. My first C&C game was Red Alert.
The history of your online nicknames?
My first online nickname was probably something along the lines of “Crypto”. Then I eventually went with “Jedi” in a game called Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds. After that I went with “Xicro” which I actually got from the word “micro” (short for micromanagement) then decided to spell it “Zicro” for pronunciation purposes.
Since when do you play C&C3?
Since day 1 of its release date in the U.S.
How did you proceed to discover the game? Did you play campaign first, or did you play solo? Did you go online in the first minutes to make your nickname to play rated?
My first game was a skirmish game to get well recognized with the game and especially the new faction known as the Scrin. I then went on to completing the campaign while going online in between and playing rated games.
Tell us about the faction you love the most and explain us why.
Nod. Just because they are the faction that you use to pick away at your opponent.
A word to describe your playstyle?
Offensive.
Which faction is your hardest opponent?
GDI.
Who do you like playing 1v1 against the most (player or/and nation)?
Top players like Skynny and Botz are always fun to play against because you always learn something new. It is also a known fact that to be the best you got to play with the best.
What was the most enjoyable game you’ve ever played?N/A
Who’s the best C&C3 player in your eyes?
To early to tell.
Tell us more please about your in-game strengths and your weaknesses.
My strengths are always keeping my opponent busy while I pursue the bigger part of my game plan. I also love adapting to what my opponent does and try not to show any weakness what so ever. My weaknesses include getting carried away with an attack and spending more resources on the attack than it’s worth.
People always ask for some tips. What is the best advice you can tell them?
To be good at anything you first need the time then you need the dedication to practice. Always play players that are better than yourself, you don’t learn from wins, you learn from losses. Make sure you save those recorded losses and watch them; this is probably the best way to improve.
How much time do you spend online per day/week?
Well above what is good for my health.
Do you look at a lot of recorded games?
Yes! Recorded games are a big factor especially in RTS games. Recorded games provide a precise view of what you need to improve on.
Let’s talk about your clan. From where are you all from, who are the good players and the n00bs, who’s the leader, why are you in this clan, when did you join, etc.? And give us the link please!
I’m hoping to bring my old clan back called Delusive from the old Age of Empires/Age of Mythology days. No links as of yet since we are still in the early stages of bringing the clan back.
Who is your favorite player and clan?
N/A
Who’s your usual 2v2 team-mate and why?
N/A
C&C3 is currently in wcg07, any comments?
The WCG is one of the reasons I got C&C3, it’s quite exciting to see a new rts game in the horizon of competitive e-sports. Also I actually just won one of their online qualifiers so I’m hoping to give it a shot.
What do you think about EA staff and work?
First of all before releasing a game, a nice long beta is a must. EA does produce top quality games and all but they really need to listen a little more to the community and not just dump games out of the patch department after a few months. I’m hoping their track record improves with C&C3, so we’ll see what happens.
Patch 1.05 is the next step for C&C3. What do you expect?
Past patches in games like BFME haven’t been too great so I’m not expecting much. But hopefully EA will clean up their act and bring C&C3 to a balanced and healthy state.
Any thoughts about the Quick Search system?
2 Faults:
1. The NAT errors occurring about half the time.
2. If I’m top 20 I really don’t want to play player #5780.
How often do you come here on BTGN(if ever), and which type of threads do you read first?
I go BTGN a few times a week and check out the new tournaments going on.
Is there something you want to change or add to BTGN?
More C&C3 tournaments! J
----- Just you, the guy behind the player -----
Let’s talk a bit about you. What do you plan in your real life in the next weeks/months/years?
First and foremost I plan to pass college then head on to something in the technology field. Possibly pc-games related.
Can you tell us what your daily schedule is?
Sleep, eat, class, hobbies, hw, eat, sleep.
Do u have any brothers/sisters how many is in your family?
I have 1 sister and there are 4 in my family.
Do you have any pets and if so what are their names?
3 dogs: Muffin, Pepper, and Twinkie.
What are your hobbies (except games)?
Working out.
Can you tell us what computer you have (keyboard, graphic card, memory, etc.)?
Microsoft Gaming Keyboard, Logitech Mx518 Mouse, X-Trac Ripper cloth mouse pad, ATI x800xt, 2gb corsair, and a 20inch dell monitor.
Are you planning to buy one of the new next gen console (ps3, wii, Xbox)? If yes, which one and why?
No.
Weirdest dream you ever had?
I found my self in the middle of a huge store full of shelves filled with batteries and couldn’t find my way out! Finally I picked up one of the battery packs and the dream ended.
What car do you have, or what car are you planning to buy?
BMW 1990 Beamer. I plan to buy a hybrid, gas sucks!
The first thing you do in the morning when you wake up? The last thing before you go to sleep?
I hit my alarm clock very violently. I set my alarm clock very softly.
Ok I give you god’s power, you are god right now! What will you do right now?
I would destroy all of man! Leaving myself, and the women.
Any plans for this summer?
Hawaii would be nice.
What do you like about your country?
I like freedom of speech.
Hottest girl on this earth?
Carmen Electra (duh!)
----- Quick questions -----
Favourite map? Tournament Dustbowl
Favourite unit? Stealth Bomber
Favourite Strategy? Semi-ST Rush
Favourite TV show? 24
Favourite drink? Delaware Punch
Favourite food? Beacon Burger
Favourite movie? 300, of course
Favourite sport and athlete? E-sports, myself
Favourite song/band/singer? Metallica, No Leaf Clover
I surely didn’t ask all the possible questions…So can you ask yourself a question and answer?Favorite quote?
“It's not who I am underneath but what I do that defines me.” -Batman
To finish this interview, do you want to add something?“MADNESS? THIS IS SPARTAAAAAA!” Oh and thanks for having me!
Thanks a lot zicro from all off us at BTGN, we wish u all the best in real life and off course in WCG 07, GL
SONICO
Name: Michael Webb
Date of birth: July 25, 1988
Town: Mandeville LA
Occupation: College
C&C generals: nicks/highest rate: N/A
C&C zero hour: nicks/highest rate: N/A
C&C3: nicks/highest rate: Zicro/top5(1885)
----- The “C&C series” and you -----
Can you make a short presentation of yourself?
Hi, my name is Michael I am 18 years old and currently live in the state of Louisiana.
Same old question. When did you start to play online games, especially the C&C series?
I believe my first online games were the early days of Counter-Strike and StarCraft. My first C&C game was Red Alert.
The history of your online nicknames?
My first online nickname was probably something along the lines of “Crypto”. Then I eventually went with “Jedi” in a game called Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds. After that I went with “Xicro” which I actually got from the word “micro” (short for micromanagement) then decided to spell it “Zicro” for pronunciation purposes.
Since when do you play C&C3?
Since day 1 of its release date in the U.S.
How did you proceed to discover the game? Did you play campaign first, or did you play solo? Did you go online in the first minutes to make your nickname to play rated?
My first game was a skirmish game to get well recognized with the game and especially the new faction known as the Scrin. I then went on to completing the campaign while going online in between and playing rated games.
Tell us about the faction you love the most and explain us why.
Nod. Just because they are the faction that you use to pick away at your opponent.
A word to describe your playstyle?
Offensive.
Which faction is your hardest opponent?
GDI.
Who do you like playing 1v1 against the most (player or/and nation)?
Top players like Skynny and Botz are always fun to play against because you always learn something new. It is also a known fact that to be the best you got to play with the best.
What was the most enjoyable game you’ve ever played?N/A
Who’s the best C&C3 player in your eyes?
To early to tell.
Tell us more please about your in-game strengths and your weaknesses.
My strengths are always keeping my opponent busy while I pursue the bigger part of my game plan. I also love adapting to what my opponent does and try not to show any weakness what so ever. My weaknesses include getting carried away with an attack and spending more resources on the attack than it’s worth.
People always ask for some tips. What is the best advice you can tell them?
To be good at anything you first need the time then you need the dedication to practice. Always play players that are better than yourself, you don’t learn from wins, you learn from losses. Make sure you save those recorded losses and watch them; this is probably the best way to improve.
How much time do you spend online per day/week?
Well above what is good for my health.
Do you look at a lot of recorded games?
Yes! Recorded games are a big factor especially in RTS games. Recorded games provide a precise view of what you need to improve on.
Let’s talk about your clan. From where are you all from, who are the good players and the n00bs, who’s the leader, why are you in this clan, when did you join, etc.? And give us the link please!
I’m hoping to bring my old clan back called Delusive from the old Age of Empires/Age of Mythology days. No links as of yet since we are still in the early stages of bringing the clan back.
Who is your favorite player and clan?
N/A
Who’s your usual 2v2 team-mate and why?
N/A
C&C3 is currently in wcg07, any comments?
The WCG is one of the reasons I got C&C3, it’s quite exciting to see a new rts game in the horizon of competitive e-sports. Also I actually just won one of their online qualifiers so I’m hoping to give it a shot.
What do you think about EA staff and work?
First of all before releasing a game, a nice long beta is a must. EA does produce top quality games and all but they really need to listen a little more to the community and not just dump games out of the patch department after a few months. I’m hoping their track record improves with C&C3, so we’ll see what happens.
Patch 1.05 is the next step for C&C3. What do you expect?
Past patches in games like BFME haven’t been too great so I’m not expecting much. But hopefully EA will clean up their act and bring C&C3 to a balanced and healthy state.
Any thoughts about the Quick Search system?
2 Faults:
1. The NAT errors occurring about half the time.
2. If I’m top 20 I really don’t want to play player #5780.
How often do you come here on BTGN(if ever), and which type of threads do you read first?
I go BTGN a few times a week and check out the new tournaments going on.
Is there something you want to change or add to BTGN?
More C&C3 tournaments! J
----- Just you, the guy behind the player -----
Let’s talk a bit about you. What do you plan in your real life in the next weeks/months/years?
First and foremost I plan to pass college then head on to something in the technology field. Possibly pc-games related.
Can you tell us what your daily schedule is?
Sleep, eat, class, hobbies, hw, eat, sleep.
Do u have any brothers/sisters how many is in your family?
I have 1 sister and there are 4 in my family.
Do you have any pets and if so what are their names?
3 dogs: Muffin, Pepper, and Twinkie.
What are your hobbies (except games)?
Working out.
Can you tell us what computer you have (keyboard, graphic card, memory, etc.)?
Microsoft Gaming Keyboard, Logitech Mx518 Mouse, X-Trac Ripper cloth mouse pad, ATI x800xt, 2gb corsair, and a 20inch dell monitor.
Are you planning to buy one of the new next gen console (ps3, wii, Xbox)? If yes, which one and why?
No.
Weirdest dream you ever had?
I found my self in the middle of a huge store full of shelves filled with batteries and couldn’t find my way out! Finally I picked up one of the battery packs and the dream ended.
What car do you have, or what car are you planning to buy?
BMW 1990 Beamer. I plan to buy a hybrid, gas sucks!
The first thing you do in the morning when you wake up? The last thing before you go to sleep?
I hit my alarm clock very violently. I set my alarm clock very softly.
Ok I give you god’s power, you are god right now! What will you do right now?
I would destroy all of man! Leaving myself, and the women.
Any plans for this summer?
Hawaii would be nice.
What do you like about your country?
I like freedom of speech.
Hottest girl on this earth?
Carmen Electra (duh!)
----- Quick questions -----
Favourite map? Tournament Dustbowl
Favourite unit? Stealth Bomber
Favourite Strategy? Semi-ST Rush
Favourite TV show? 24
Favourite drink? Delaware Punch
Favourite food? Beacon Burger
Favourite movie? 300, of course
Favourite sport and athlete? E-sports, myself
Favourite song/band/singer? Metallica, No Leaf Clover
I surely didn’t ask all the possible questions…So can you ask yourself a question and answer?Favorite quote?
“It's not who I am underneath but what I do that defines me.” -Batman
To finish this interview, do you want to add something?“MADNESS? THIS IS SPARTAAAAAA!” Oh and thanks for having me!
Thanks a lot zicro from all off us at BTGN, we wish u all the best in real life and off course in WCG 07, GL
SONICO