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Facebook launches “Come See Our New Home on Android” event on April 4.

Jerick Carlo Almeda — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 00:32:35 +0000

Facebook sent out invitations to press Thursday for an Android event to be held at its Menlo Park campus next week.

The event invitation simply invited press to “Come See Our New Home on Android,” with no further description of what’s in store.

Early rumors speculate that the announcement may be the long-rumored “Facebook Phone,” a handset created through a partnership with HTC that would run a modified version of Android with deep Facebook integration.

During an interview late last year, however, CEO Mark Zuckerberg indicated that a phone has “always been the wrong strategy” for Facebook, making a “Facebook Phone” announcement, at least in the hardware sense, seem pretty unlikely.

“Let’s say we build a phone,” he said in September. “We’re not, but if we did, we could maybe get 10 to 20 million people to use it … It doesn’t move the needle for us.”

“The strategy we have is different from every other tech company [like Apple] that’s building their own hardware system — we’re going in the opposite direction.”

At the time he indicated that the company wanted to “build a system, which is as deeply as possible integrated into every major device people want to use.”

That system, or a new part of it, may be what we see next Thursday.

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2013 Philippine National And Special Holidays

Jerick Carlo Almeda — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 09:59:02 +0000

Malacañang Palace has announced earlier the list of Philippine National Holidays for the year 2013 through Proclamation No. 459, s. 2012 signed by the President of the Philippines Benigno s. Aquino III declaring regular holidays, special non-working holidays and special holidays for schools.

According to the list of 2013 holidays, Filipinos will be expecting at least 4 long weekeends this year based upon the official holidays. The observance of our Muslim brothers Eid’l Fitr and Eid-ul Adha will be determine later based with the Islamic calendar (Hijira) or the lunar calendar based on Islamic astronomical calculations.

Regular Holidays

New Year’s Day – January 1 (Tuesday)
Maundy Thursday – March 28
Good Friday – March 29
Araw ng Kagitingan – April 9 (Tuesday)
Labor Day – May 1 (Wednesday)
Independence Day – June 12 (Wednesday)
National Heroes Day – August 26 (Last Monday of August)
Bonifacio Day – November 30 (Saturday)
Christmas Day – December 25 (Wednesday)
Rizal Day – December 30 (Monday)

Special Non-working) Days

Black Saturday – March 30
Ninoy Aquino Day – August 21 (Wednesday)
All Saints Day – November 1 (Friday)
Additional special (non-working) days – November 2 (Saturday)
December 24 (Tuesday)
Last Day of the Year – December 31 (Tuesday)

Special Holiday (All Levels)

EDSA Revolution Anniversary – February 25 (Monday)

Long Weekends

March 28-31, 2013 – Holy Week
August 24-26, 2013 – National Heroes Day
November 1-3, 2013 – All Saints’ Day
December 28, 2013 – January 1, 2014 – Rizal Day and New Year’s Day

It is also mention here: http://www.gov.ph/2012/08/16/proclamation-no-459-s-2012/

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Ragnarok Online II: Priest Skill Build [GUIDE]

Jerick Carlo Almeda — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 06:39:43 +0000

Anyway, for Stats, go Int then Agi. Why Agi again? Because the Heal of Priests does Crit. Don’t Add too much Vit. 8 Vit is enough. But don’t add Vit early game. You can just balance out Int and Agi. You might be wondering why I said don’t add too much Vit and not to add it early game. It’s because Vit only adds a “LITTLE” HP for every stat point you put in it. I hope you understand what I’m trying to say.

Leveling Acolyte is kinda hard until reaching 25 to change class to Priest. Try this skill build for Acolyte:

But you’ll need to reset your skills if you’re planning to go Support Priest.

Skill Build for Support Priest:

Skill build for DPS Priest:

Here’s the Skill Rotation for the DPS Priest:

Aqua Benedicta -> Archangel -> Adoramus -> Oratio -> Credo -> Aspersio -> Genesis Ray ( if monster is still alive ) -> Holy Light

If Genesis Ray, Archangel, and/or Aspersio is on Cooldown then you can just remove them from the rotation until they’re available again. There are also times that you have to cast Adoramus and Oratio for additional damage. You can use Credo which has 30s duration before Adoramus and Oratio since they only have 20s duration. But I used Adoramus first because it has a casting time ( well it was only 1 second. So it’s all up to you ). One more thing, I don’t use Archangel that much, why? Because DPS skills of Priests are already enough to kill the monster even without the extra magic attack that Archangel gives. So if you plan on not using it too, You can just not put skill points on it same goes with Angelus since it’s only 9% def for 10s. And use that 6 skill points on other skills.

About SP, I don’t think SP is a problem with Priest. Because they have Aqua Benedicta that gives 15% SP. Well you can just buy some SP Potions for emergency I guess.

All professions are good. It all depends on how you’ll use them.

Alchemist – You can make potions for your Priest (HP, SP, Strengthening Pots)
Artisan – You can make gears for your Priest
Blacksmith – Weapons I guess
Chef – Regeneration foods.

Those are not the best skill build for priests around. But I’ve tried and tested them and it works fine. Anyway, you’re free try the build I posted or you can just make your own skill build. Enjoy

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Ragnarok Online II: Rogue PvE Skill Build [GUIDE]

Jerick Carlo Almeda — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 09:35:31 +0000

Ready what it takes to be a Rogue in the Ragnarok Online II? Follow this guide if you really want it, and of course, it is build only for PvE (Player vs Enemy).

Pros

Fastest base attack speed from all classes
Good survivability and soloing capabilities, with Gangster Paradise
Party DPS support, via Mark of Death
High critical rate, especially when Unstable Doping procs

Note: You can test their attack speed by using a single hit skill, and you’ll notice, most of the time, that 2 (3 if Poisoning Weapon procs) figures will be show up, one being the skill’s damage, the other one being the quick slash almost after the skill is used.

Cons

AoE skills sucks
Mediocre defense

Stats

1 STR: +2 Damage
1 AGI: +4 Critical, +2 Evasion
1 INT: Doesn’t affect rogues.
1 WILL: +10 Max SP
1 VIT: +6 Max HP

Stat Build

STR 35 / AGI30 / VIT 30

Skill Build

*There are 4 spare points that I left for the player to use. This can be used to either max Poisoning weapon/Combo Training/Dirty Plan or Crescent Moon/Hide/Dark Illusion for pvp purposes.

Lv 1 Hide

40% movement speed, decreases move speed penalty by 20% per level.

I use hide to initiate battle for that double damage with Dagger Throwing only if Combo Mastery didn’t proc since hiding removes all combo points.

No Dark Illusion

This is mainly a pvp skill, imo. You can benefit from hide’s double damage bonus with Dagger Throwing to lure mobs to you rather than teleporting into it (that might lure more mobs near it to attack you).

No Meteor Assault

Sad to say, but all aoe skills of thieves and both of it’s subclasses are terribad. I won’t ever dare add a point into this skill unless you want to get Smoke bomb.

Lv 5 Double Attack

This skill will be your bread and butter, together with Duel Stab, for generating combo points. Max it.

Lv 2 Combo Training

Chance to gain 1 more combo point when combo points are acquired.

I’ve been debating for so long about how many points i should put into this. And after resetting twice, I’ve decided that Combo Mastery procs often enough.

Lv 5 Genocide Mark

I used to have this at Lv1, and was still doing lots of crits because of Unstable Doping, and that skill procs enough that you won’t notice having this buff at level 1. But my friends and raid members kept on complaining why I only have it at that level, so I said what the heck and upped it to 5. Lol

You can leave this at level 1 if you’re geared enough, since you’ll mostly be relying on Unstable Doping for a higher crit rate. Just be prepared for those Y UR BUFF LV1 WTF NOOB comments if you’re not playing with friends.

Lv 5 Deadly Blow

This skill will be a part of your main skill rotation especially when Dancing of Moonlight is on cd. Does pretty good single hit damage. Max it.

Lv1 Dagger Throwing

I only got this in order to get Poisoning Weapon/Dirty Plan. You can use this while hiding for double damage if you don’t have combo points or Combo Mastery isn’t active.

Lv 1 Poisoning Weapon

30% chance to deal 10/11/12/13/15% damage over time for 20 seconds.

I left this at 1 because I think the 4 points that will be used to max this skill for another 5% damage can be used somewhere else and 5% isn’t that much since, for example you have 1000 damage, it’ll only be 50 more damage every 2s for a total of 500 damage per duration. Thing is, when fighting bosses, the proc’d DOT doesn’t have a cd and you can trigger the DOT again that resets the duration.

Lv 1 Cross Impact

Leave it at prereq to open the main Rogue skills. It’s useless btw, same damage as double attack, only with an 8 sec cd.

No Smoke Bomb

This skill is either badly coded, bugged, or is crap. Yes it will put you in state of Hide even while in combat mode, but if you use it while standing still near mobs, they will still see and hit you, removing you from your hidden state. I’ve only seen this skill work properly once, and that’s me running with a speed buff potion so I don’t know if the skill worked or I just outran the mobs. Pvp is a different story though ;]

Lv 3 Combo Mastery

Chance to not use combo points when using a skill. Actually, this skill will give you a 10s buff that the next skill used won’t require any combo points, and the effect will be as if you had 5 combo points. Even at 9% chance, i can say that it procs often enough to be max-level worthy.

Lv 2 Dirty Plan

Acquires 5 combo points and resets all skill cooldowns, 2 minutes cooldown at max level. I intentionally got this to Lv2 and not because I had an extra point and didn’t know where else to put it. Explanation later.

Lv 1 Dual Stab

Only used for generating 2 combo points quickly, and you probably have gained 3-4 points with Double Attack before this skill is off cd.

No Rolling Cutter

Same reason with Meteor Assault. The animation looks gay too, imo. Lol

Lv 5 Gangster Paradise

12% HP per 2 seconds, every combo point adds 2 sec to it’s duration.

Max achievable effect , 60% HP in 20s. 40 seconds cd at max level.

This skill is the reason why Rogues has better survivabilty when soloing than sins. This skill will save your ass alot of times during tight situations. I have never used an hp potion except for bosses thanks to this skill. Helps alot in leveling too.

P.S It was so cool using this back in RO1 to show off. XD

Lv 1 Crescent Moon

Stuns for combo points gained x 1 sec. Mainly a pvp skill, higher level shortens it’s cooldown time. Leave it at Lv 1.

Lv 5 Dancing of Moonlight

The new Sonic Blow. Cool sounding skill name. ‘Nuff said.

The skill description says 110% damage but the real damage % it does is different since the first 7-8(?) hits has it’s own % modifier than the final hit. I’ve tested this skill to see what damage % each hit does but it goes way too fast and since each hit can crit on it’s own, I wasn’t able to fully calculate it’s modifiers. Well, that and I got bored. xD

Lv 5 Mark of Death

The best debuff in the game. Ever. Period.

This skill is the reason why people who knows what the skill carries at least 1 rogue in raids. It grants 10% more damage to ALL of the attacking players, not only for you, to the debuffed target for 30 seconds. 2 minute cooldown at max level.

Lv 5 Unstable Doping

This skill is what rogues are known for, and it’s their specialty. Because the skill description can be confusing and the buff it gives is still yet to be translated, many rogues doesn’t know everything about it. (No offense to the translators.)

This skill has a chance to give you either a 20% critical or increase or 20% physical damage for 30 seconds. Once you get the one of the two possible buffs, you will get a debuff that lasts for as long as the buff’s duration and will prevent you from triggering the other buff, hence there can only be one Unstable Doping buff active at any given time.

But that’s not the cool thing about this skill. While you have UD on, whenever you use pots, you’ll get a certain amount of the recovered HP added to your damage and is stackable up to 30% of your total base damage. This buff will show as a yellowish up arrow icon that lasts for 3 minutes and the duration will be reset everytime you use a hp potion.

For further explanation, let’s take this for an example:

Base damage = 1000
HP healed with Lv5 hp potion = 500
Additional damage acquired for every potion = 20% of recovered HP divided by 2

With the above given, you will get 50 more damage every time you use a potion, and can be stacked up to 300 more damage meaning the higher your base damage is, the higher maximum stackable doping damage can be obtained.

What I do is reach the max stackable with high level pots, then use Lv 1 pots to maintain the buff on. Too costly? Yeah. But you’ll only be using this in raids imo and 20 Lv1 pots will last you for an hour. Although, once you forget to use a hp pot, the buff will run out and then you’ll have to stack it up again.

Raids and Skill Rotations

Mark Of Death + Dirty Plan

When boss battles start, MAKE SURE YOU USE MARK OF DEATH FIRST. So all other dps classes will have their damage boosted. Also, as soon as you first use MoD, make sure you use Dirty Plan afterwards.

Always look for the MoD debuff icon and when it runs out, cast it again. If you followed my build and you have Dirty Plan at Lv 2, after the 2nd MoD runs out, the skill should be at 90s cooldown and Dirty Plan at 120s.

The reason why I have Dirty Plan at Lv 2 is so that MoD will go out of CD first before Dirty Plan does. After the 3rd MoD duration runs out, Dirty Plan should be at 10s left before it’s out of cd, and once it does, use it and cast MoD again. Rinse and repeat. My raid party always kills the boss after the 3rd-4th MoD when I follow this cycle.

If you max Dirty Plan, it will be out of cd 30s earlier than MoD cd after the 2nd MoD runs out, but I feel that the30s that has elapsed from MoD’s cd by this time will go to waste if you use Dirty Plan first.

DPS

A rogue’s dps rotation is pretty straight forward. What I do is:

Duel Stab (2 combo points) > Double Attack until you have 5 combo points > Dancing Of Moonlight or Deadly Blow if Dancing of Moonlight is on cd.

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I won’t cover any aspects of gearing your rogue. Just remember, aim for at least 5k HP once you hit cap level and you’ll be fine. Also, don’t bother for equips that gives HP bonus stats since they aren’t working at the moment so get the ones that gives evasion/block.
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And there you have it folks! Any suggestions and/or criticisms are welcome. Hope you guys have fun with the class cz we rogues r dope ‘yo! XD

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Ragnarok Online II: Getting a holy water [GUIDE]

Jerick Carlo Almeda — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 05:45:21 +0000

Many people around the web searching about the Holy Water for the Ragnarok Online II. Well, this it it, below is the guide on how to get a holy water, not compared to the previous Ragnarok Online I that you need a empty bottle. You can get the holy water by just casting the skill named “Aqua Benedicta” which is under the Resurrection skill.

It recovers 15% of your MP (Mana Points) and let you have three Holy Water.

After casting Aqua Benedicta, there’s a bar appear above your hotkey, that show you how many Holy Water left.

Other than that, Holy Water is required for Aspersio and Lex Divina level 3.

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A Romantic Menu For Valentine’s Day: Food From The Heart

Mercy Grace Nadayag — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 03:52:04 +0000

This day is a Valentine’s Day like many before it restaurants will be bustling with couples in search of a night out on the town, a good bottle of wine and a little culinary adventure. Some will achieve all three, but others may question whether a night in a noisy, packed restaurant was worth the hit they took to their wallets and waistlines.

Wine, rich entrees and oh-so-rich desserts leave many feeling full and uncomfortable, if not downright nauseous. Meanwhile, those quiet moments with your partner turn out to be anything but as you suddenly realize you are surrounded by dozens of couples who had the same brilliant idea.

Take heart: There is a better way. This year, commit to reclaiming all of the intimacy and romanticism of Valentine’s Day. Skip the fancy restaurant and commercialism and truly share a meal, together, that will nourish your relationship as much as your body. All you need is a little healthy food, a quiet venue and, of course, the perfect date. These meal suggestions will help guide you through the details.

A Picnic for Two

There are few things in this world more romantic than really experiencing the world with someone you love — and we mean that rather literally. This year, pack a lovely picnic and head to the great outdoors. You can opt for a late afternoon meal by the beach followed by a quiet stroll along the waterline, or just camp out for the evening in your own back yard, under the stars. Either way, the fresh air — even on a brisk February evening — will do you both some good. So will a nutritious and tasty menu.

The Meal

For the perfect, healthy, romantic meal on-the-go, pack a basket with:

A thermos of hot tomato soup
A salad with a healthy vinaigrette on the side
Fresh or dried fruit
Good quality cheese, in moderation
A loaf of crusty, whole grain bread
A demi-bottle of red wine

Complete The Scene

To really make an impression, pack some candles, a few squares of good quality dark chocolate and a hand-written love letter for your sweetheart.

An Adventure in the Kitchen

If people can connect over food, imagine what preparing a lovely meal together can do. This Valentine’s Day, consider planning and preparing a healthy-yet-romantic dinner with your partner. Even if you share a table every night, letting loose in the kitchen—together—can be a fabulous change of pace. The key is to choose foods that are easy, but fun to prepare in pairs.

The Meal

Choose a menu that suits your culinary expertise, but stretches beyond your usual fare. In other words, be a little adventurous, but don’t risk life or limb. Consider:

A pasta dish featuring fresh tomatoes, onions, mushrooms, spinach, and any other seasonal vegetables you enjoy tossed in a little bit of olive oil and, perhaps, a touch of white wine. Finish with a touch of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. (Meat eaters: add sautéed chicken or shrimp.)
A mixed green salad topped with dried fruit, nuts and homemade maple vinaigrette.
Oven roasted pears or apples

Complete the scene. If you can pull it off, consider surprising your partner with a simple-but-romantic dessert you prepared ahead of time, like a platter of strawberries dipped in dark chocolate. Complete the mood with a little music and a candle-lit tablescape complete with fresh flowers.

A Surprise Breakfast In Bed

Who says amazing Valentine’s Day meals have to be dinner fare? Consider starting the day off right with a surprise bed tray featuring a healthy, heart-warming surprise breakfast prepared by yours truly. Just be sure you take the time to share the meal; the dishes can wait.

The Meal

Select a healthy menu that you can pull together quickly so you do not leave your partner wondering where you have run off to. In other words, skip the complicated 12-ingredient omelette. Consider:

Whole grain pancakes topped with a touch of maple syrup. (Hint: you can often prepare the batter the night before and have it ready to go.)
Fresh berries with a dollop of fresh whipped cream
Fresh brewed coffee or tea served just the way your partner likes it

Complete The Scene

Serve breakfast with a new novel for your bookworm or the newspaper so that your partner can relax while you take care of the cleanup. Fresh flowers and a hand-written note never hurt, either.

Relax! You Need Not Be a Master Chef To Pull This Off

Harriet Van Horne once wrote that “cooking is like love; it should be entered into with abandon or not at all.” To really impress your date this Valentine’s Day, be fearless in the kitchen. You do not need a culinary arts degree, or even basic knife skills: The Internet is well stocked with recipes that suit all levels of expertise.

In other words, just make her (or him) a meal from the heart, leaving your insecurities at the door. Your most powerful ingredient will always be your personal investment, even when things don’t turn out as planned.

What Does Your Gift Of Flowers For Valentine’s Really Say?

Mercy Grace Nadayag — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 03:31:04 +0000

When you walk over to the florist section of your grocery store and you automatically choose a collection of daisies, what does it mean? And when the new man you’re dating presents you with a bouquet of pink roses, what, exactly, is he trying to say?

As the “Old Farmer’s Almanac” states, there is a “language of flowers.” The true meaning behind the bunches of blooms we buy for ourselves or give to one another dates back many years, but not everyone knows that they’re sending a message when doling out a certain bud.

Here, according to the Almanac (unless otherwise noted), are some common flowers and the true meaning behind each one.

Alstroemeria

According to Woman’s Day magazine, these delicate-looking petals are actually quite long-lasting — and rightly so, as they stand for friendship and devotion.

Basil

This herb may make the perfect housewarming gift because it’s meant to show good wishes.

Carnations

Sadly, these full blooms often get a bad rap, but Woman’s Day magazine says they are a cheerful symbol of new love and fascination.

Chrysanthemum

Give a bright potted plant of this flower when someone needs cheering up.

Daisy

Bright and cheerful, daisies add a bit of sunshine and evoke feelings of innocence and hope.

Fern

The gift of this leafy plant may be especially poignant when expressing sympathy, as it signifies sincerity.

Lavender

The scent from this flower is often used in women’s perfumes, maybe because it lends a sense of devotion and virtue.

Orchid

Known as a flower that means love, strength and luxury, orchids also symbolize erotic seduction (ooh-la-la!).

Pink rose

A perfect symbol at the beginning of a relationship, pink roses show appreciation and admiration.

Red rose

The most common gift on Valentine’s Day, red roses show passion, love and desire, of course.

Sunflower

Another bloom that’s perfect to cheer up a sad friend, sunflowers express meanings of warmth and happiness, according to Woman’s Day.

Sweet William

Most people will recognize this flower as one the Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton chose to include in her wedding bouquet, which was fitting because its meaning is gallantry.

Tulip

If you’re ready to say those three little words to someone (I love you!), bring a bouquet of tulips, which are seen as a declaration of love.

How To Celebrate With A Friend On Valentine’s Day

Mercy Grace Nadayag — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 06:59:44 +0000

The Valentine’s Day is no longer a day reserved for romantic couples. You can get together with friends and family to celebrate the holiday, too. If you’d like to learn how to celebrate with a friend on Valentine’s Day, read the information below. It’s fun to acknowledge Valentine’s Day (February 14) by remembering your friends and co-workers. With a little advance planning, your Valentine remembrances will be greatly appreciated but not too hard on your budget.

Instructions

1. Buy a card. There is a vast array of Valentine’s Day cards available, including those made for friends, family and others with whom you’re not romantically attached. Take advantage of the selection and find the perfect card to give to your friend.

2. Plan an activity with your friends. Go see a movie, visit the salon for a day of pampering or go out to dinner together. Or, brainstorm with each other and choose a new activity that you’ve all been dying to try.

3. Organize a Valentine’ Day party for you and your other single friends–it’s a great excuse to get together. Don’t focus on the fact that you’re all single. Instead, think of it as a way to enjoy one another’s company and have a great time.

4. Express your love and appreciation for your friend by telling them how much they mean to you. All too often we avoid telling our friends that we care about them. Use this opportunity to tell them that they’re special and an important part of your life.

5. Be charitable. Ask your friend to visit a nursing home or orphanage with you and pass out Valentine’s Day cards to the residents.

6. Make travel plans with your friend. The destination and trip length depend upon your and your friend’s budget and availability. If you like, you can go all out and celebrate in style. But even a quick two day trip to a nearby destination is a great way to get away and have fun.

Ragnarok Online II: Dungeon with the Game Masters

Jerick Carlo Almeda — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 07:16:26 +0000

To all Asguardians out there, the team from the Ragnarok Online II heard that there is a difficulty on finding or unable to find their Beloved Support class for dungeon runs. On these occurring issues, the Game Masters will help you out throughout the dungeon.

The event will start on February 15, every Friday until Sunday and runs for two weeks.

Their Game Masters will be helping parties as Priest/Sorcerers for the following dungeons that are listed below. Also, the Game Masters are equipped with Standard Equipped Character (Equipments from the dungeons that you are running) and would be levelled on the upper tier of the dungeon.

Time of Event: 1600 HRS – 1900 HRS (GMT +08) | February 15 – 17 and February 22 – 24
Server/Channels: Channel 8 for all Servers (Einherjar, Jormungand, Freyja)

Dragon Nest SEA: Alienware Arena PVP Tournament is back for Season 2! [EVENT]

Jerick Carlo Almeda — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 06:47:26 +0000

As posted on the website in event section of Dragon Nest SEA that the PvP Tournament from Alienware is now back for their Season 2!

There are up to 16 teams per country from Singapore, Malaysia and Philippines that will battle for national dominance and be as the champion they’re representing from these countries in the Grand Finals that will be commence in Singapore.

The registration started last February 7 that will only last until February 20 and form up your 5-man teams and sign up now and get the chance to grab the Grand Prize of $10,00 SGD in cash and some greatest gaming accessories from Ttesports!

Event Schedule

Registration Info

The Alienware Arena Season 2 Tournament Qualifier is open for Malaysia, Philippines & Singapore.
A total of 16 teams will be selected per country to compete in their respective Qualifying brackets. The finalist of the individual qualifying brackets will move on to compete with each other in the finals which will be held in Singapore.
As stated above, all participants must be able to travel overseas.
Travel and accommodation expenses to Singapore will be sponsored by Cherry Credits for teams in the finals.
There is a registration fee of 50,000 CC per team.

Tournament Format