BLAST Premier World Final talent announcement
Your faces and voices of the BLAST Premier World Final are almost as important as the games themselves, and we've asked these lovely folk to bring you all the action and tell the stories this week.
The storytellers
The fantastic Freya Spiers will be in charge of the show, bringing her clean, polished feel to the desk and making everything run smoothly and controlling the whole flow.
She'll be tasked with reining in three of the world's best analysts - the suave and sophisticated Maniac, the sharp and demanding Pimp and the eclectic visionary Mauisnake, who will bring their unique brands of analysis, expertise and storytelling to you all.
Credit: Stephanie LindgrenA world final requires world-class analysts, and we're proud to say we have just that.
The conductor
James Banks and his conveyor belt of Bond-esque attire will be on-stage bringing the noise, and handling the interviews and getting the live reactions of players as the drama unfolds in the studio.
Credit: Michal KonkolHe's the lynchpin connecting you with the crowd, the players and the raw feelings and emotions that the World Final will undoubtedly bring, and we're overjoyed to bring the showman to Abu Dhabi with us.
The music to your ears
Once we're into the games, though, it's down to four of the greatest casters in all of esports history.
The immortal voice of Anders and the rich tapestry of esports he's woven through the years will be joining us, and with him is the dulcet tones of HenryG, and the years and years of expertise he brings to the table, will be joining him in what can only be described as a casting superteam.
Credit: Stephanie LindgrenThe other pair needs no introduction; Scrawny and launders have been with us from the beginning, and their incredible control of pacing, timing, hype and downtime, their ability to recognise a moment for what it is and of course, their deep knowledge of Counter-Strike make them a sensational pair.
We couldn't be happier to bring these four to the party, and have the utmost faith that the whole team of talent will bring you an unmissable show - so do not miss it!