Team Liquid at MSI Preparation and Journey

Bootcamp at Alien Space, Chengdu

• Early arrival for bootcamp helped in preparation.
• Facilities: Two rooms (one for coaches, one for players).
• Staff are very helpful and provide gifts and food.
• Impression of Chengdu: Massive city, likened to a larger NYC; enjoys the local food despite spiciness.
• Adapting to new environment and culture.

Scrimmages and Team Dynamics

• Difficulties reuniting after multiple patches.
• Enjoyable scrimmages with European teams known for MVP and macros.
• Challenge and improvement by new team plays.
• Faster gameplay leading to more mistakes but also growth.
• Team enjoying the process, driven by a process-focused coach.
• Moved to live hotel (possibly Fairmont) after 10 days at Alienware Esports Hotel.
• Team integrating well with hotel services.

Team Culture and Challenges

• Emphasis on trust and feedback within the team.
• Players bond better with trust and shared interests.
• Feeling lucky to travel and play professionally in their 20s.
• Fans and large crowds at the venue.
• Disappointment with poor performance against stronger teams.
• Importance of discussing frustrations and emotions to maintain team cohesion.

Matches and Performance

• Preparation for aggressive matches and best-of-five series.
• Initial struggles and learning from mistakes during matches.
• Maintaining patience and slow, strategic gameplay recommended.
• Overcoming internal and external challenges during games.
• Reflecting on and learning from losses against top teams.

Growth and Future Prospects

• Significant growth seen in players during MSI.
• Players showed resilience and willingness to work together through tough moments.
• Optimism about the future and viewing the experience as the beginning of a dynasty.
• Determination to improve and succeed in future tournaments.