Interview de « Mikadono », EVA Player for Vitality

Evalunna (Vitality)

Welcome and thank you for accepting this interview, can you introduce yourself and your team briefly?

Hi, my name is Michael. I'm 31 years old and I play for Vitality.

You've been with the team since its creation. How has your role evolved over time, and what's your daily life today in a team you know better than anyone?

Yes, I'm the oldest member of the team. My role in the team is to be versatile. I can play shield just as well as I can play back.

What sets EVA apart from other video games?

The fact of exerting yourself, of experiencing the game more than just being behind a screen.

In your opinion, what qualities should future players have if they want to go pro?

In my opinion, discipline, physical condition, and game vision.

What do you think about the recent push to promote the scene?

It's good for the scene and the players. I hope that in the future it will grow even more because I think EVA has good potential as a game.

With so much perspective on the team's history, you must have a memorable memory from the early days, a founding moment that new members haven't experienced?

Of course. For me, the moment that marked me the most was the qualification for league 2. We started out in a bad position but with mentality we managed to turn things around like we always have.

Do you think age is a factor for going pro in a game?

No, I don't think so. For me, it's really about being in shape.

If you could change one thing about how young players are trained in esports, what would it be?

For me, discipline is essential.

What made you want to get into esports?

Since I was young, I've always loved video games and especially FPS games.

What advice would you give to someone who wants to make it as a professional player?

To be patient, motivated, and disciplined.

What's the difference between a regular EVA player and a pro player?

The structure and support you have, and the investment you put into the game.

Do you have a funny or memorable anecdote as a player?

Yes, when my teammate Paki got killed and got trash-talked by the opponent, and then throughout the entire game he kept yelling at him whenever he killed him for revenge. It was really funny.

What did you do before EVA?

Football and weight training.

You're described as a pillar, both on and off the field. What's the difference between a player who performs and a player who really keeps a team going long-term?

I think it's my motivation and my desire to go far that makes that happen.

What's your favorite game outside of EVA and why?

Call of Duty. Since I was young I've played this game with friends and I love the fact of playing as a team. It's what I enjoy.

Who's your role model among professional players, someone you'd love to shake hands with?

Gotaga for his history. He's one of the first I watched when I was young.

31 years old and remarkable endurance. What were you doing before EVA, and what led you to seriously get into this game?

I've been playing football since I was 6 years old. I'm someone who can never stay in one place, always need to move. I think that's how I've managed to maintain good physical condition. And what led me to play EVA is the fact of combining FPS with physicality. I love the concept.

What would you improve in EVA esports if you were in charge tomorrow?

I really like the management aspect. But something that could be improved, in my opinion, are the streams. Just so that people watching understand the game. For example, I have a lot of friends who watch EVA to support me, but they tell me they don't understand anything at all.

Someone as consistent as you, how do you play on the field? Do you prioritize consistency and control, or do you know how to step out of your comfort zone when you need to clutch?

Games never play out the same. It's necessary to step out of your comfort zone when needed.

Is a physical routine necessary to play EVA?

Yes.

A final message for the fans?

Big love to you all and I hope we'll live up to your expectations.

 

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