nameLESS vs. Perilous Gaming

Are you ready? They meet again, the big dog showdown returns. Se7en take on Full Tilt to determine who could’ve been Dreamhack Summer LAN champs. Se7en are going into this on the back off a medic switcheroo. Keep in mind that Full Tilt will be playing without regular demoman alle. So be sure to tune in with Admirable, WARHURYEAH and DavidTheWin.

Personal computer master race vs. crowns

shredded autism, fresh off their 3rd placed LAN finish at Dreamhack summer, are standing in the way of PC MASTER RACE’s chance to avoid relegation. The electronics enthusiasts need as many points as they can gather to ensure they won’t face relegation. With LAN bonding proving fruitful for Unexpected, we could see a very strong showing from shredded autism. Who will emerge on top? Tune in with Beater, TurboTabs and Sim to find out.

happy end are heading into their last bout of the regular season. We’re getting down to the nitty gritty of who makes the playoffs and who will end up facing relegation. So both teams will want to secure as many points as humanly possible. Unexpected are just returned from a 4th place finish at DreamHack Summer, maybe the LAN event strengthened their resolve and team cohesion. Tune in with   Beater, WARHURYEAH and Suyooo to find out.

Sunday surprise, after doing well at Dreamhack Summer the leaderboard leaders Full Tilt make their return to ETF2L. But when the cat’s away the mice do their thing as the saying goes. LEGO have clawed their way to a 2nd place in the table, only one point behind said number 1. If happy end bring the beat down a 1st seed finish for Full Tilt could be in jeopardy. happy end may be far behind but don’t count them out of the playoff picture either. Casters are  Maks,  TurboTabs and  DavidTheWin.

LEGO are in for a double bill tonight. Facing back to back fixtures against two teams. The common denominator being gullywash, the week 5 and 6 map which is being played twice. Together with reckoner vs. happy end and week 6’s granary_pro against B@GSER FIVE. LEGO are a great deal ahead of their Russian opponents in the tables but just one measly point ahead of the Germans. These fixtures are important for any team wishing to make it to the playoffs, which are drawing closer by the minute. Covered by Beater, WARHURYEAH and Sim, so tune in for some this buffet of Building Block battles.

The Highlander Open #2

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If you are confused or need help in regards to signing up, check out the guide written by  kKaltUu! 

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Fun teams can enter as well. If you are currently in a normal Highlander team and want to create a team with you as the buddy, go ahead and make a Fun Team (ignore the 6v6 part)

Introducing The Highlander Open #2, an introduction for non-competitive players into the comp scene or for those wanting to get into league-style competitive TF2 in a simple manner sponsored by essentials.tf & whitelist.tf.

And what exactly is this, we hear you ask? Well check out our fantastic and visually pleasing Highlander Open Page! It contains all the basics about what exactly the Highlander format is, and essential (light) reading for all who want to get involved.

This tournament is meant for people who are new to competitive play, a competition to find the very best pub team essentially.

If you are a lone player wanting to get into a team or if you want to get more players for your own team, check out the Recruitment Section or the Recruitment thread. If you are a team looking to get a buddy, load up the forum and ask away.

Rosters may only have a maximum of 2 player with experience in Division 5/Open Playoffs or higher HL and 6v6. That person is your ‘buddy’ and can only play as a medic. For more info on this check the HLO #2 FAQ.

Resources

• Comprehensive competitive highlander guide written by  kKaltUu and Wiethoofd. Russian version translated by irfx these might contain outdated information!
• Play some TF2Center or TF2Stadium lobbies and gain great insight and experience in highlander gameplay
• Find more out about Competitive TF2 as a whole at comp.tf

Sponsors

• Serveme.tf – For helping provide gameservers
• Essentials.tf & Whitelist.tf – Donating TF2 items for prizes

Format

The tournament will kick off with a swiss Group Phase designed so that all teams involved will have the chance to play some exciting games. After the Group Phase from each group will engage in a straight knock-out cup as we progress on in our journey to discover, and reward, the very best Pub team in Europe.

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