Thea: “I realized that lighting can vary greatly across different segments of our work.”

Thea: In the early days, I didn’t know how to handle it. When I worked as a reporter for student leagues, we had to write news stories in English using very formal, business-like language. When I started covering Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tournaments, I had to switch to a more casual style of communication with the players. And I was surprised—for me, it was something unusual, something new. I realized that the style of coverage can vary greatly across different segments of our work.

Denisse: Yes, and I like that. I also had to adapt to the new conditions and rethink my approach to work. I started conducting interviews differently, and now I consider them my strong suit. The reports also had to be changed to match the spirit of the pro scene, to feel a connection with the players. After all, the players don’t know my habits or the communication gestures I’d picked up earlier—all of that had to be changed.

Denisse: This was my first interview with a losing team. It was tough. It was a super fun Saturday with three matches. I think I felt drained the whole day. The atmosphere during the interview was really oppressive. It hurt me to see the players trying to hold it together during the conversation; it was quite a sad sight. It’s hard to act cheerful on stage when you see something like that. After I saw the guys off, I thanked God that it was over.

Denisse: We’ll be staying for a few more seasons. I’m officially announcing this.

Wolf: You too, Thea?

Thea: Yes, I’ll be back for the next competitions too.