Interview 2
Kaak
0. ASL?
19, Male, Holland.
1. What does kaak mean?
it means 'jaw' but it sounds way too cool in dutch.
2. Is gaw only a doubles character, or can he be used for singles?
Gaw is more of a doubles character than singles but he can do well in singles
3. Where are you from again?
holland. cheeseland, weedland
4. How do you, personally, think the Netherlands (and other European areas) compare to America, in terms of the smash metagame?
There's more play to win in america: more MK's, more timeouts etc. In europe there's mostly a marth and snake hype. However, slowly we are getting more MKs and more campy play.
5. Would you like to go to America to play Brawl, if so, why?
I'd really like to just because of the hype, a different metagame and to pwn :D it's just way too expensive.
6. Which character do you have the most trouble with, that GaW actually has a good MU on?
Dont know, I dont really have trouble with the good mu's.
7. Have you ever experimented/wanted to experiment with other characters competitively? How has that
gone for you?
i'm playing some puff if im bored with gaw, works fine =)
8. Outside of Smash, what do you enjoy?
MUSIC, chilling, going to the club, soccer, other video games (tetris) and hanging out with friends.
9. Do you use a secondary? If yes, which one(s)?
jiggly
10. How do you place at the events you go?
Good, always top5 in singles and top3 in doubles =)
11. From the Starter list, which one is your best, and your worst stage?
hmmm it depends on the character of the opponent
12. Same question about counterpicks
Best: none
Worst: Halberd
13. Which moves as G&W do you use the most, and which the least? Which moves do you use more or less than other G&W players?
Your personal worst matchup? Your best?
i use bair, dtilt, upB, nair the most and ftilt the least. I think that i use more dtilt/upB than other G&w players.
14. How do you get better with G&W/Brawl? Do you just attend events and get better that way, or do you sit down at home and practice things out? Do you ever wifi to improve, or is it all offline play?
I travel alot, and practice some ideas out. I play wifi sometimes but not with gaw.
15. How do I beat Gregs in tourney like you?
spam gordo
16. When you come to America, which region will you visit?
there Where the hype is :D
17. How do you think you will perform?
Hmmmm, i really dont know lol xD
18. What would you say is the key to doubles for G&W?Singles?
Singles: be creative, have alot of patience.
Doubles: work on combos that lead into a smash, help you team partner and play calmly. =)
19. Who do you prefer teaming with?
T when hes playing with his D3
20. Would you encourage others to pick up G&W?
No, people in the eu like snake and marth more anyway.
21. What general tips would you give to beginners?
dont overuse bair, use alot of upB.
22. What are your general feelings about G&W in brawl?
America/Eu: Gaw has a hard time in both metgames but i have a good feeling for him when people play him safe =)
23. Do you have any siblings?
Nop i'm all alone </3
24. What's your favorite school subject?
I dont have really a favorite but i like to do creative things =)
25. What's your favorite hobby?
listening to music.
26. Favorite band?
I have no favorite band because i like all kinds of music ^^
27. Do you have a girlfriend or a girl you like? How'd you two meet?
No, i don't have a girlfrend and at the moment there is no girl i like
28. What is your favorite old Nintendo game?
Easy, that is by far Dr mario i play it alot on my nes <3
29. How'd you end up playing Smash?
With the 64 version played by a friend, Way too long ago
30. Are you going to MLG?
No
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That concludes, Kaak! Thank you so much!