It’s time for Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar to put their analyst reputations on the line as they lock in their predictions for the 2017 Summer NA LCS season. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Go to http://www.lcspredict.com to read Chase’s weekly power rankings and see whether the stats back up your predictions each week. If you prefer audio only versions, be sure to subscribe to the Esports Rough Drafts ...
Jun 01, 2017•16 min
It’s the return of the Guess the Lines show! Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk look at each of the 2017 Summer NA LCS Week One match-ups and continue their eternal quest for value. Together, they embrace Dardoch’s potential on CLG, discuss the impact of Doublelift’s return for TSM, and are stunned by one of the most shocking lines in podcast history. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full vi...
Jun 01, 2017•1 hr 7 min
It’s the return of the Guess the Lines show! Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar look at each of the 2017 Summer EU LCS Week One match-ups and continue their eternal quest for value. Together, they argue over Misfit’s ceiling, ROCCAT’s chances against a weakened G2, and whether Vitality can keep things interesting against the Unicorns of Love. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, comp...
May 31, 2017•59 min
It’s time for Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar to put their analyst reputations on the line as they lock in their predictions for the 2017 Summer EU LCS season. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analysts? Watch the podcast here: https://youtu.be/WWS5AbmbrPQ Go to http://www.lcspredict.com to read Chase’s weekly power rankings and ...
May 31, 2017•19 min
On the tenth episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer EU LCS team-by-team preview, Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk and Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar look at a team whose fan base lives up to their namesake: Fnatic. Together, they discuss why Fnatic’s late season surge may not work a second time, their overreliance on Rekkles, and how Chase’s fears stack up against the Fnatic system. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full vi...
May 30, 2017•27 min
On the tenth episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer NA LCS Team-by-Team preview, Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar and Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk look at a team that successfully rose from their 2016 ashes last split: Phoenix1. Together, they discuss Shady’s value, the cost of rotating junglers, and just how far Arrow can take them. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of...
May 30, 2017•23 min
On the ninth episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer EU LCS team-by-team preview, Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk and Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar turn their eyes to the other new addition to the LCS: Mysterious Monkeys. Together, they fawn over their lovable narrative before Chase’s cynicism takes over. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analysts? Watch the podc...
May 29, 2017•23 min
On the ninth episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer NA LCS Team-by-Team preview, Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar and Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk look at a team that barely clung on to their LCS spot: Team EnVyUs. Together, they weigh the benefits of their two new mid laners, the handicap of relying on Seraph’s translation skills, and how far LirA can take them. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with...
May 29, 2017•26 min
On the seventh episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer EU LCS team-by-team preview, Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk and Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar look at “the pyjama boys”, aka Ninjas in Pyjamas. Together, they discuss Profit’s potential as a break out star, the shortcomings of their European pick ups, and how NiP’s roster compares to the first splits of other recent arrivals to the LCS stage. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to w...
May 28, 2017•25 min
On the eighth episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer NA LCS Team-by-Team preview, Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar and Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk examine whether fans should trust the Dignitas process. Together, they argue over what Big’s arrival means for the team, the path to the org’s long term success, and whether their momentum from Spring can carry them further this Summer. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full v...
May 28, 2017•22 min
On the seventh episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer EU LCS team-by-team preview, Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk lets Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar embrace his inner fanboy as they discuss Team ROCCAT. Together, they look at ROCCAT’s late season surge, Pridestalker’s highs and lows, and why fans should remain optimistic despite their difficult group. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and ...
May 27, 2017•25 min
On the seventh episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer NA LCS Team-by-Team preview, Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar and Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk turn their eyes to everyone’s favorite underwhelming team, Echo Fox. Together, they discuss what MashMe could mean for the bot lane, why Akaadian may struggle to adapt to the new meta, and whether Rick Fox was right to run back last split’s roster. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to wat...
May 27, 2017•24 min
On the sixth episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer NA LCS Team-by-Team preview, Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar and Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk finally get the roster lock they’ve been waiting for. Together, they turn their attention to FlyQuest, discussing what last year’s success means moving forward, WildTurtle’s potential impact, and why doing what worked last split may not be enough. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch ...
May 26, 2017•28 min
On the sixth episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer EU LCS team-by-team preview, Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk and Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar look at last split’s most disappointing team, Splyce. Together, they discuss the team’s struggle to adapt, why Sencux is the EU Huhi, and whether teamfighting synergy is enough return to last Summer’s glory. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and ...
May 26, 2017•23 min
On the fifth episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer EU LCS team-by-team preview, Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk and Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar break down Team Vitality. Together, they discuss VandeR’s exciting LCS return, what Vitality need to do to build an identity, and whether YamatoCannon is the right person for the job. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your...
May 25, 2017•20 min
On the fifth episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer NA LCS Team-by-Team preview, Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar and Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk look at a team that baffled them with their decision to run it back, Team Liquid. Together, they look at owner Steve “Liquid122” Arhancet’s statement regarding their offseason, breaking the argument down piece by piece before giving their final prediction. You can read Steve “Liquid112” Arhancet’s full statement here: https://www.reddit.com/r/leagueoflegends...
May 25, 2017•26 min
On the fourth episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer NA LCS Team-by-Team preview, Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar and Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk break down other side of the Dardoch/Xmithie trade: Immortals. Together, they discuss Xmithie’s potential role on the team, the bot lane’s growth over the split, and whether they have enough pieces to put a strong playoff run together. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full vi...
May 24, 2017•22 min
On the fourth episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer EU LCS team-by-team preview, Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk and Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar look towards a strong sleeper pick, Misfits. Together, they discuss the move to an all European roster, Hans Sama’s breakout potential, and what could hold them back from reaching their potential. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely...
May 24, 2017•20 min
On the third episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer NA LCS Team-by-Team preview, Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar and Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk break down the first move of the offseason when they discuss Counter Logic Gaming. Walter may be worried about Dardoch, but Chase gives CLG fans hope regarding their new acquisition. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your ...
May 23, 2017•19 min
On the third episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer EU LCS team-by-team preview, Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk and Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar check out H2k-Gaming. The guys praise Jankos and Febiven’s standout seasons and wonder if this core can ever succeed in the playoffs. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your analysts? Watch the podcast here: https://youtu.b...
May 23, 2017•19 min
On the second episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer NA LCS Team-by-Team preview, Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar and Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk take a look at last split's runner-up, Cloud9. Together, they examine C9’s growth (or lack thereof), Ray’s role in the upcoming split, and what it would take for C9 to claim the title once more. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely f...
May 22, 2017•19 min
On the second episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer EU LCS team-by-team preview, Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk and Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar look at the charismatic Unicorns of Love. Together, they discuss the potential merits of the Korean boot camp, the power of their strong chemistry, and why repeating last split’s performance may not be enough moving forward. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, comple...
May 22, 2017•20 min
On the first episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer NA LCS Team-by-Team preview, Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar and Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk take a look at last split's champion, Team SoloMid. Together, they review TSM's underwhelming MSI performance, Doublelift's return, and what needs to change if they're going to successfully defend their title. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats an...
May 21, 2017•19 min
On the first episode of the Rough Drafts 2017 Summer EU LCS team-by-team preview, Walter "Ceades" Fedczuk and Chase "RedShirtKing" Wassenar look at the three-time defending champions, G2 esports. Together, the two discuss the rise of Expect, Trick's International issues, and whether anyone can stop these EU juggernauts. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the full video, complete with stats and the lovely faces of your a...
May 21, 2017•17 min
On today’s episode, Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar and Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk look back at the exciting MSI Main Event Group Stage and argue over how much we should take away from the event so far. After Walter defends the future of the NA scene, the two discuss Flash Wolves’ flaws, the strength of G2’s new narrative, and whether anyone can take down the Korean juggernauts. That last one doesn’t take very long. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/ro...
May 18, 2017•1 hr 6 min
On today’s special episode of the Rough Drafts Podcast, Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar take a look at the most recent Marvel Studios film: Guardians of the Galaxy 2. Together, they fawn over Kurt Russell’s brilliant performance, break down the character growth that pervaded the movie, and ultimately decide whether the sequel is stronger than the original. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/roughdraftspod Want to watch the...
May 18, 2017•1 hr 14 min
On today’s episode, Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar takes Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk back to January as they take a trip down memory lane. Together, they go through each of Walter’s team predictions: what he got right, what he got (very) wrong, and what we can learn from it. Walter’s lawyer wishes me to remind you that we are not liable for any lost Unikoins from trusting our preseason predictions, and wants us to consider his championship pick as “fake news”. We are looking for feedback for this upc...
May 12, 2017•46 min
On today’s episode, Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk takes Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar’s preseason expertise to the test, combing through each of his predictions. Together, they look at what he got right, what went wrong, and what we can learn from it. Chase promises to use his ability to affect the career arcs of LCS coaches for good, though his loyalty in this regard is 100% up for sale. #SetTheRules We are looking for feedback for this upcoming season! Please take a moment to answer this survey: htt...
May 12, 2017•50 min
On today’s episode of the Rough Drafts Podcast, Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar tries to get Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk excited about the main event of the 2017 Mid-Season International. Together, they discuss why TSM fans were tuned out long before they almost lost to Marines Esports, why Weldon Green may have been right after all, and what would have to happen for SKT to lose this tournament. They close with some quick lines for Day One. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: h...
May 09, 2017•1 hr 6 min
On today’s episode of the Rough Drafts Podcast, Walter “Ceades” Fedczuk and Chase “RedShirtKing” Wassenar try to work up some enthusiasm for the second half of the 2017 Mid-Season Invitational Play-In. Together, they discuss SuperMassive’s rise over the hometown favorites, Marines Esports dominant early game performance, and why neither of these things will matter when they’re forced to play against the NA and LMS champions this week. Enjoyed the episode? Consider supporting us on our Patreon: h...
May 03, 2017•45 min
