Complexity's Heroes of Newerth caster, Kyle "Beef" Bautista, did an interview with Riser. Riser_ talked about what he will bring to the team and what role has been assigned to him. Riser_ has has played for some very notable teams, such as Deal with it, Evil Genusis and Tt eSports.
Hello, I’m Andrew “Riser_” Bronze, I’m 25 and from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. I’m currently a Junior in college studying English and playing for compLexity Gaming’s HoN squad.
You've been around in the scene for quite some time. Can you tell us about your history in competitive HoN?
I kind of got lucky with my introduction to the competitive scene. I started playing TMM and public games with se`busca from EG, as we had some mutual acquaintances and crossed paths in World of Warcraft briefly. I somehow swindled my way into a spot on their team, followed by SK Gaming, Jah and friends, Frenetic Array, Tt eSPORTS, and finally compLexity Gaming. I kind of owe my introduction and where I am now to se`busca as I doubt anyone would’ve noticed me.
Most recently you were playing for team Tt eSPORTS. What qualities did you display with TteS that made you the best choice to fill complete the coL.HoN roster?
Well, when coL was just forming they had approached me before about joining their team but I declined. I couldn’t miss another opportunity to join. I think they recognized my suicide and jungle play would be a good fit for their team.
You are being brought on to replace former coL.HoN player Chessie. Will you be taking over his role as a jungle player, or stepping into other assignments as well?
I will predominantly be playing jungle/second support for coL, occasionally playing solo lanes with heroes I’m comfortable with, similar to Chessie.
compLexity HoN has recently been struggling compared with their previous dominance over the scene. How will your addition to the team help to get coL.HoN back on the road to number one?
Well, with MoonMeander back in Canada and the competition being so fierce, everyone on the team is excited and motivated to try to reclaim their former glory. I think with enough practice and desire we can compete with the very best teams and claim some victories.
What excites you the most about joining one of the most prestigious gaming organizations around?
As far as HoN sponsors go, I think a lot of people will agree that they don’t really bring much to the table to help you aside from accessories. compLexity Gaming seems to be on another level. After seeing Peter (Franzzii) and Moon live at the coL gaming house I can truthfully say I’m part of the best organization and sponsorship you can get in HoN.
Aydin "iNsania" Sarkohi had this to say about Complexity acquisition of Andrew "Riser_" Bronze
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