A short interview: 8 questions to Olav "Creolophus" Undheim.

The most recent photo of Creolophus

myMYM.Cassandra: Have you ever been to Spain? Do you think Spain is a good choice by Blizzard to hold there the Europe Regionals?

- Creolophus: I have been to Gran Canaria, Tenerife and Mallorca before (lots of Norwegians tend to go there because of the nice weather), which are typical tourist islands belonging to Spain. Nevertheless I've never actually been at the mainland of Spain, and Madrid will probably be a whole different experience. Actually, I was a bit surprised when I first heard the event would be in Spain, which to me isn't one of the first countries that come to mind regarding esports (other than GameGune). It's probably a wise choice from Blizzard to change locations in order to get publicity around their games in different countries, and for me personally it's a chance to visit another city!

Have you been playing Warcraft III at all since you stopped? Did you start to practise again when you got your invitation?

- It has basically been a full stop ever since WCG as I felt it was easier to step down if I just stopped completely and not even watch any games. Lately, I have watched a lot of replays to catch up with the current strategies and also started to play a little. I will try to get some more games before the tournament as I feel I have an obligation to Blizzard to give it a try in the tournament since they pay for my trip, after all.

Did you have a pro ladder account?

- I had a pro ladder account because of the last ladder season. I played around 50 ladder games with elf, but most of the games had little practise value and I would rather prefer to play cg's.

How big do you rate your chances to finish top 3?

- My chances are rather slim, obviously. If they use the same system as last year I will play Grubby in the first round, and although there is double elimination it will be a tough start. It also depends what kind of maps they will use, especially as I am not too confident on all the new maps =)

We all know you probably made a lot of new friends in school. Do you have a girlfriend now?

- It was nice to get back to normal routines after such a gaming and travelling year. I had to switch classes now as I skipped a year, but it worked out pretty good anyways. No, I am not together with anyone at the moment, maybe I just enjoy being single too much?

We learned from your times in 4Kings that you used to work at your uncle's farm during your school holidays, feeding the pigs, etc. I think it's really cute! Do you still work there?

- I have been working there quite a lot this summer actually, but it will probably be my last time as I will have to find something related to my studies, next year. I actually enjoy it a lot; it is peaceful, you are your own boss, the pay is really good and you don't have to bother about angry customers! Sometimes it also feels like a counterweight to progaming - it's nice to do something different after a while.

Do you like animals in general? Do you have a pet at home?

- Sure, I like most types of animals, at least, it's hard not to imo ^^. I only work with cows and pigs so that wouldn't make much of a top3 list. We used to have a family dog, but it died not too long ago. Dogs are always happy and make you happy as well, definitely my favourite pet, followed closely by a sneezing panda at 2nd and polar bears at 3rd. For some strange reason I feel calm and safe whenever I see a picture of a panda or a bear.

Bonus question - If you could ask God one question, what would you ask?

- If God could be able to answer my question then I would already have my question answered =)

Bonus pictures of Olav "Creolophus" Undheim:

Creo partying and drinking with his friends. 

Camping in the summer. 

Creolophus in action at NGL playoffs in Games Convention at Leipzig, Germany - 2007. 

Creolophus and Zeus at NGL playoffs in Games Convention at Leipzig, Germany - 2007. 

Creolophus with his progamer friends at Games Convention 2007. 

GIGA.Take interviews Creolophus. 

Creolophus on stage next to WC3L.Baschi. 

Creolophus and Grubby at ESWC Grand Finals in Paris - 2007. 

Creolophus on stage before his match. ESWC Grand Finals 2007. 

Grubby, Soju and Creolophus. 

Creolophus with his luggage: "See you guys in Spain!"

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