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Omnic Lab: A Strategic Overwatch Podcast

Welcome to the Omnic Lab. A podcast that focuses on the strategies inside of the game of Overwatch. We learn through trial and error in the lab, even if things get a bit crazy and blow up sometimes! We’ll brew up team composition strategies, stir in some tips to play better, and hopefully equip listeners with the instruments they need to gain a strategic edge!

Latest Episodes:

27 - Omnic Lab: FCTFCTN Interview Nov 02, 2016

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In the Lab today we sit down and talk with FCTFCTN (Fact Fiction) from team FaZe, talk some Reinhardt with him, and also chat about the world cup!

*Also thanks to our brand new Patrons this week: MaBMaN & John B!!

Platinum level Scientist check out the VoD submission guide to submit your videos for review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_xRlnr_wpo *Aiming Links & World Cup Discussion: *LooseArrowBoy: Aiming: https://youtu.be/kqBfpq8k7cQ *Taimou from EnVy: Practice Range: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VysgMqzU3Qk *Taimou from EnVy: Pixel Skipping: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcjfPKftJBQ *TechQuickie: Understanding DPI/CPI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAEb9a-dltk

Helpful Links of the Week: *How to Mercy Guide by OasisonOverwatch: https://youtu.be/Djww8uOAv7c *Mercy positioning by Animetic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMPAs5xZIyI *Mercy 1v1 Guide by Animetic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBvaMHKGkzk

You can find the Omnic Lab on: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmnicLab *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omniclab *Discord: discord.me/omniclab *Email: omniclabpodcast@gmail.com *iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/omnic-lab-podcast/id1102068116 *Google Play Music: https://goo.gl/app/playmusic?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/I4y3phepidybxbkdmdvccdcr44m?t%3DOmnic_Lab:_A_Strategic_Overwatch_Podcast *Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/omniclab *Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/omniclab *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Website: http://www.omniclab.com *RSS: http://feeds.feedburner.com/omniclab *SWEET MERCHHHH: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/omniclab *Full Extended Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Qph-yRGqd9NrRfp9Btav3Ekgd87C4N7FegNyoeeIC5A/edit?usp=sharing

Rob here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/notrob *Plays.TV: http://plays.tv/u/notrob *Hearthstone Podcast - Velen’s Chosen: www.velenschosen.com

And Andres here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/IplaiGames *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Hearthstone Podcast - Coin Concede: www.coinconcede.com

26 - Omnic Lab: PTR & Console Pro Interview Oct 26, 2016

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In the Lab today we sit down and talk through what’s hitting the PTR and have a shorter show this week, but we have a great post from Scott Mercer about MMR. Additionally we have a really big surprise for you all with a console top 500 player interview!

Console Interview: Jake Uselman (Top 500 on PS4 Overwatch) *Gaming Background *Questions from listeners *Console Meta *Communication during games *Joystick Sensitivity *Button Remapping *Improving Aim *Controller Modifications *Climbing Tips *PS4 - Account: NotSeagull

*NEWS: General PTR October: https://playoverwatch.com/en-us/blog/20335231 *Scott Mercer - What’s the Deal with MMR: http://us.battle.net/forums/en/overwatch/topic/20749737390#post-3 *Helpful Link of the Week: How to Build a Dive Composition by Your Overwatch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhUaQyQ4zsk

You can find the Omnic Lab on: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmnicLab *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omniclab *Discord: discord.me/omniclab *Email: omniclabpodcast@gmail.com *iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/omnic-lab-podcast/id1102068116 *Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/omniclab *Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/omniclab *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Website: http://www.omniclab.com *SWEET MERCHHHH: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/omniclab *Full Extended Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TXRojMNf3veSCnGGG2BczPJnFg9DQM4NZy_2rWJ4sYw/edit?usp=sharing

Rob here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/notrob *Plays.TV: http://plays.tv/u/notrob *Hearthstone Podcast - Velen’s Chosen: www.velenschosen.com

And Andres here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/IplaiGames *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Hearthstone Podcast - Coin Concede: www.coinconcede.com

25 - Omnic Lab: Junkenstein's Revenge! Oct 17, 2016

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In the Lab today we discuss everything about getting into the new Halloween Event, Hard mode and Perfect score strats, and even weave in some team strategies we’ve come across this week.

NEWS & PATCH NOTES: http://us.battle.net/forums/en/overwatch/topic/20749875377 *Loot box contents *Favorites of the event *Brawl Achievements

*Also thanks to our brand new Patrons this week: Ryan K, R. Peplinski, Paul B, Terry F! Reminder to existing patrons and potential supporters that the format has CHANGED, so please edit your pledges!

*Halloween Brawl: Junkenstein's Revenge Perfect Door and Hard Mode Guide

*Placement for each hero *Ultimate use tips *Guide for Times from Reddit user inO_Nazka: https://www.reddit.com/r/Overwatch/comments/574o1w/junkensteins_revenge_a_guide_to_hard_mode/?ref=search_posts *Boss Guide *Last Fight setup *How to play each Hero

Emails and iTunes reviews: Thanks Chenlembec and AlpineFire for the iTunes reviews and Dev P. for the email this week!

*Special Spreadshirt Coupon Code: JUST4YOU gets you free Standard Shipping until Oct 25th!

You can find the Omnic Lab on: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmnicLab *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omniclab *Discord: discord.me/omniclab *Email: omniclabpodcast@gmail.com *iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/omnic-lab-podcast/id1102068116 *Google Play Music: https://goo.gl/app/playmusic?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/I4y3phepidybxbkdmdvccdcr44m?t%3DOmnic_Lab:_A_Strategic_Overwatch_Podcast *Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/omniclab *Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/omniclab *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Website: http://www.omniclab.com *RSS: http://feeds.feedburner.com/omniclab *SWEET MERCHHHH: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/omniclab *Full Extended Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lZzjIl9yLm7yTV92gWn-cOWgInQgMayPPPl-U-F7fls/edit?usp=sharing

Rob here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/notrob *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/notrobmedia *Plays.TV: http://plays.tv/u/notrob *Hearthstone Podcast: www.velenschosen.com

And Andres here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/IplaiGames *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Hearthstone Podcast - Coin Concede: www.coinconcede.com

24 - Omnic Lab: Going Deep Reaper Oct 11, 2016

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In the Lab today we dive deep on Reaper strategies, gameplay, mastering, and even a special Beyblade Strategy for ranked!

NEWS & PATCH NOTES *Halloween Event Coming this week? Comic #9 Spanish Leak. *Sombra Leak/Teaser

Special Thanks: Patrons! *Also thanks to our brand new Patrons this week: Matt B. and Highnoon Podcast!!

TOPIC: Going Deep: Reaper - http://overwatch.gamepedia.com/Reaper *Role: Reaper is there to drive the front-line forward. *Thanks to his kit and high health pool he is able to jump in and out of enemy lines with relative ease. *Able to deal incredible amounts of damage at short range reaper can be a driving force in the front-line. *Tanky main damage dealer, Tank Buster, Short range flanker. *The Beyblade Strategy: Core Heroes:Reaper, Ana, Zarya, Lucio *Main Strategy: Farm Death Blossom and Nano-Boost. Next, Speed Boost and Zarya Shield Death Blossoming Reaper into the middle of the enemy team, creating a hurricane of destruction and beautiful colors. *Advanced Tips: Playing around CC, Utilizing your range, Pressuring opponents, recognizing overkill of ultimates.

Helpful Links of the Week: *Your Overwatch:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEzOHrh9snmHJSGu9wmOvsw *Unit Lost: https://www.youtube.com/user/unitlosttube

You can find the Omnic Lab on: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmnicLab *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omniclab *Discord: discord.me/omniclab *Email: omniclabpodcast@gmail.com *iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/omnic-lab-podcast/id1102068116 *Google Play Music: https://goo.gl/app/playmusic?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/I4y3phepidybxbkdmdvccdcr44m?t%3DOmnic_Lab:_A_Strategic_Overwatch_Podcast *Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/omniclab *Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/omniclab *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Website: http://www.omniclab.com *RSS: http://feeds.feedburner.com/omniclab *SWEET MERCHHHH: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/omniclab *Full Extended Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1K-BZ07gVa5NhNslrKyDeeXFQ-LnUY0P8hYNnwd5SH4Y/edit?usp=sharing

Rob here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/notrob *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/notrobmedia *Plays.TV: http://plays.tv/u/notrob *Hearthstone Podcast: www.velenschosen.com

And Andres here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/IplaiGames *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Hearthstone Podcast - Coin Concede: www.coinconcede.com

23 - Omnic Lab: Overwatch Open Strats Oct 04, 2016

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In the Lab today we talk about some changes on the PTR and Andres going to the grand finals viewing the Overwatch Open in Atlanta! We discuss strats he saw there and we try to bring some of them to the average players!

NEWS & PATCH NOTES *15 Million copies sold:https://www.reddit.com/r/Overwatch/comments/55es0r/overwatch_has_sold_15_million_copies_on_pc/ *Paying to Change your Battle Tag:http://us.battle.net/heroes/en/blog/20285860 *Pricing for Battle Tag Name Change:https://us.battle.net/shop/en/product/battle-tag-name-change *PTR LINK: https://playoverwatch.com/en-us/blog/20294485 *Widow Scope faster. Now 0.3s to scope. Was 0.5s *Junkrat Tire Activation Speed Increased *Ana Ultimate Charge increased 20% & her Biotic Grenade Radius now 4m (was 3m)

Special Thanks to our Patrons and new Patrons this week: Jeremy B, Nathan C, Thai N, Eric W, Trevor G, and Terry F!! Thanks to Tim S for the epic email as well as Ballistik006 and Fend hens for their iTunes reviews this week!

TOPIC: The Overwatch Open Finals - Hosted by E-League *Game 1: King’s Row:https://www.twitch.tv/overwatchopen/v/92392445 *Game 2: Nepal: https://www.twitch.tv/overwatchopen/v/92392793 *Game 3: Gibraltar: https://www.twitch.tv/overwatchopen/v/92393282 *Game 4: Lijang: https://www.twitch.tv/overwatchopen/v/92393746

You can find the Omnic Lab on: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmnicLab *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omniclab *Discord: discord.me/omniclab *Email: omniclabpodcast@gmail.com *iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/omnic-lab-podcast/id1102068116 *Google Play Music: https://goo.gl/app/playmusic?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/I4y3phepidybxbkdmdvccdcr44m?t%3DOmnic_Lab:_A_Strategic_Overwatch_Podcast *Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/omniclab *Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/omniclab *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Website: http://www.omniclab.com *RSS: http://feeds.feedburner.com/omniclab *SWEET MERCHHHH: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/omniclab *Full Extended Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yQb27XIVDXruXzJHZzGZPtgmF6A0JyScviAhJCrsk6g/edit?usp=sharing

Rob here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/notrob *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/notrobmedia *Plays.TV: http://plays.tv/u/notrob *Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/notrobmay *Hearthstone Podcast: www.velenschosen.com

And Andres here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/IplaiGames *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Hearthstone Podcast - Coin Concede: www.coinconcede.com

22 - Omnic Lab: Duo Queue Like a Boss Sep 24, 2016

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In the Lab today we’re going to chit chat about Duo Queue and some tips and tricks! We’re also making some important changes coming soon to Patreon and wanted to let you all know about it as well as some new stuff going on in our Discord lately!

*By Skyline “Aiming Exercises and Fundamentals” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ie5446fSvcY)

NEWS & PATCH NOTES: Frodan shares Twitch most viewed in Aug. 2016:https://twitter.com/Frodan/status/778516119959113729

Special Thanks to our brand new Patrons this week: Dave H, Switchfox, & Wrecktangle!! Also to our iTunes Reviewers this week: Ozymandias#1624, Keith T, Kilhoffb, Chriskruz, Sgt Scallywag, Hatespaywall, Patrick C, Parker0615

Duo Que Tips: *Have different Hero Pools that compliment and syergize with each other. *Be the two most flexible people on the team for switches and who to play. *Be aware that you can call out your partner on misplays. *Be constructive with critiques. *Communicate lots, but only what is necessary *Follow through with the team, even if you don"t like it. *Don't be Batman and Robin *Don't tolerate negative attitudes. *Practice your fundamentals

Helpful Links of the Week: *Skyline: True Hero Roles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yL2UPx2pGM&app=desktop *Overwatch Central: Lucio Tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exkFKYHe8hQ

You can find the Omnic Lab on: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmnicLab *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omniclab *Discord: discord.me/omniclab *Email: omniclabpodcast@gmail.com *iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/omnic-lab-podcast/id1102068116 *Google Play Music: https://goo.gl/app/playmusic?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/I4y3phepidybxbkdmdvccdcr44m?t%3DOmnic_Lab:_A_Strategic_Overwatch_Podcast *Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/omniclab *Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/omniclab *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Website: http://www.omniclab.com *RSS: http://feeds.feedburner.com/omniclab *SWEET MERCHHHH: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/omniclab *Full Extended Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bVtoQ6veKTLp7dZVAntn-6GwrVVXv3xEc4Rb-KaPbok/edit?usp=sharing

Rob here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/notrob *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/notrobmedia *Plays.TV: http://plays.tv/u/notrob *Hearthstone Podcast: www.velenschosen.com

And Andres here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/IplaiGames *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Hearthstone Podcast - Coin Concede: www.coinconcede.com

21 - Omnic Lab: Going Deep - Zarya Sep 16, 2016

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In the Lab today we’re going deep yet again, that’s right we featuring yet another hero to really dive deep. Our Lucio episode got such great feedback we’re doing it again, this time with the Russian Body Builder, Zarya!

What We’re Testing: *Rob: Testing Competitive: Hitting a wall

*Andres: Testing Competitive - Lucio and Zenyatta.

Special Thanks: Scientist Level Patrons! *Also thanks to our brand new Patrons this week: Mike M, Michael M, and Racsuache!!

TOPIC: *Going Deep - Zarya

Gameplay: *Role - Support Tank *Frontline pusher// high DPS & protective capabilities. *Able to shield allied targets that are being focused. *One of the strongest CC abilities in the game. *Able to quickly regenerate while out of combat. *Good short and long-range attacks (channeled and projectiled based)

*Why pick Zarya? *Versatility, Off-Tank + DPS, Carry Capability, Attack Specialist, KOTH Carry, Reactive for Defense, Ultimate ability for Initiation

Abilities: *Particle Cannon: 1) Particle Beam (Primary Fire/ LMB) 2) Explosive Charge (Secondary Fire/ RMB) *Particle Barrier (Shift) *Graviton Surge(Q) *Counters: Mei, Reaper, Zenyatta, & Roadhog.

Thanks to our iTunes reviewers It's Hallowed and Kayoss2862!

Helpful Links of the Week:

*Overwatch Central: Roles & Responsibilities:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5WXJVScZFk

You can find the Omnic Lab on: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmnicLab *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omniclab *Discord: discord.me/omniclab *Email: omniclabpodcast@gmail.com *iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/omnic-lab-podcast/id1102068116 *Google Play Music: https://goo.gl/app/playmusic?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/I4y3phepidybxbkdmdvccdcr44m?t%3DOmnic_Lab:_A_Strategic_Overwatch_Podcast *Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/omniclab *Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/omniclab *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Website: http://www.omniclab.com *RSS: http://feeds.feedburner.com/omniclab *SWEET MERCHHHH: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/omniclab *Full Extended Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Uld4AhRzT11eIJhl2YHddHznzwKOET55wC-6H6lnSh0/edit?usp=sharing

Rob here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/notrob *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/notrobmedia *Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/notrobmay *Hearthstone Podcast: www.velenschosen.com

And Andres here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/IplaiGames *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Hearthstone Podcast - Coin Concede: www.coinconcede.com

20 - Omnic Lab: Self Improvements Sep 04, 2016

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News: *Sombra projections *No new patch this week for Live servers: NOT ready yet *DDOS this week on Overwatch AND Legion launch for WoW.

PTR Patch Notes: *Adjustments to the formulas that are used to calculate Skill Rating, ensure fair matches, and accurately place players in the appropriate tier

Special Thanks: Scientist Level Patrons! *Eric S & Brian K. thanks again for your generous pledges for the Scientist Level of support, when your payment clears we’ll get started on your perks! *Also thanks to our brand new Patrons this week: Matt M. & Boombat!!

*Improving your Hit-Scan aim: >Create a Custom Game--Set to Skirmish--Select the map--Add 6 Ana bots--Set to head-shots only (Alternatively, set damage multiplier to 150%)

*15-30 minutes of practice to build up muscle memory! >For: Hanzo, McCree, Widow, Soldier, Tracer, >Also for: Mei (alternate fire), Zenyatta, Genji

*Recording and watching your games: Use tools like OBS or shadowplay (if Nvidia graphics card), even the new blizzard streaming can work. *Record one of your sessions & Review yourself - Watch out for: over-committing, tunnel vision, missed audio queues, ignoring teammates, out of sync ultimates and so on. *Submit for review! Competitive Overwatch and Overwatch University reddits. *Watch some tournaments: Overwatch Open, ESL Atlantic Showdown, Alienware Monthly Melee

*EMAILS: Thanks to Jonas S. and Shelby L. for the great email topics for the show this week! *ITUNES: Also thanks to other iTunes reviews from: TheRealBoombat (AUS), Travis Houston Texas, & Joey Camaro!

Content Creators’ Shoutouts: Overwatch Central: Eichenwald Map Hidden Spots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJPdZjSaCmQ

You can find the Omnic Lab on: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmnicLab *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omniclab *Discord: discord.me/omniclab *Email: omniclabpodcast@gmail.com *iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/omnic-lab-podcast/id1102068116 *Google Play Music: https://goo.gl/app/playmusic?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/I4y3phepidybxbkdmdvccdcr44m?t%3DOmnic_Lab:_A_Strategic_Overwatch_Podcast *Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/omniclab *Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/omniclab *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Website: http://www.omniclab.com *RSS: http://feeds.feedburner.com/omniclab *SWEET MERCHHHH: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/omniclab *Full Extended Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C5PiSTiFxDHV5oDMEnvXEVVuQKOorAkWplOPLyDeGeA/edit?usp=sharing

Rob here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/notrob *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/notrobmedia *Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/notrobmay *Hearthstone Podcast: www.velenschosen.com

And Andres here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/IplaiGames *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Hearthstone Podcast - Coin Concede: www.coinconcede.com

19 - Omnic Lab: PTR, Supports, & Season 2 Aug 21, 2016

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In the Lab today we want to break down the new update to PTR, discuss the changes coming for Season 2, and challenge how supports are rewarded in Ranked Play!

News: *New Map set in Germany: Eichenwalde (Hybrid Map) *Two new Reinhardt Legendary skins (inspired by Eichenwalde): ***Source:http://us.battle.net/forums/en/overwatch/topic/20748476172#post-12 ***Sample for Pristine Version: https://pvplive.net/c/new-legendary-skin-revealed-for-reinhardt *Console Patch for bug fixes:http://us.battle.net/forums/en/overwatch/topic/20748475719 *PTR Patch Notes: https://playoverwatch.com/en-us/blog/20243886#patchnotes *(Thanks Force Gaming: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGytrJSSi6k)

Special Thanks: Scientist Level Patrons! *Eric S, and Blackbyrd thanks again for your generous pledges for the Scientist Level of support, when your payment clears we’ll get started on your perks! *Thanks to Brian K for sending Andres a BRAND SPANKING NEW MIC! *Also thanks to our brand new Patrons this week: Ken M, LordDay, & Chris B!

TOPIC: Season 2 Competitive: (Season 2 Notes:http://us.battle.net/forums/en/overwatch/topic/20748535771?page=1)

You can find the Omnic Lab on: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmnicLab *Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/omniclab *Discord: discord.me/omniclab *Email: omniclabpodcast@gmail.com *iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/omnic-lab-podcast/id1102068116 *Google Play Music: https://goo.gl/app/playmusic?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/I4y3phepidybxbkdmdvccdcr44m?t%3DOmnic_Lab:_A_Strategic_Overwatch_Podcast *Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/omniclab *Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/omniclab *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/omniclab *Website: http://www.omniclab.com *RSS: http://feeds.feedburner.com/omniclab *SWEET MERCHHHH: http://shop.spreadshirt.com/omniclab *Full Extended Show Notes:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1181QX2h4PnGSfNen0E30kYGT8xfld0p9sZysgepkDAA/edit?usp=sharing

Rob here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/notrob *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/notrobmedia *Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/notrobmay *Hearthstone Podcast: www.velenschosen.com

And Andres here: *Twitter: https://twitter.com/IplaiGames *Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/iplaigamez *Hearthstone Podcast - Coin Concede: www.coinconcede.com

18 - Omnic Lab: Attack and Defense Mentality Aug 15, 2016

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In the Lab today we want to approach how to have a mindset switch when playing on attack and defense as a main point and we have a great relevant email from RyanRaze!

*Rob Testing:

Ana, DVa, & Zenyatta
Practicing Lucio and Pharah some more

*Andres Testing:

Tons of competitive! Solo Q to full group and everything in between!
Attitude check and the importance of team spirit.

News & Patch Notes: *7500 accounts hit with the ban hammer again! (https://www.reddit.com/r/Overwatch/comments/4x2zy3/7500_more_accounts_permanently_banned_for_cheating/) *Updates for Season 2 and Competitive Updates coming next week:http://us.battle.net/forums/en/overwatch/topic/20748414915#post-10 *Replay system bumped for high bandwidth server technology, Season 2 updates and matchmaking improvements, and work on allowing players to save highlights:http://us.battle.net/forums/en/overwatch/topic/20748414915#post-3 *Probably Mei and Zenyatta changes coming:https://www.reddit.com/r/Competitiveoverwatch/comments/4xapu2/blizzard_probable_balance_changes_to_zen_and_mei/ *(Buff to Mei, fixing bugs with the ice wall, and slight discord orb changes to Zenyatta) *Gibraltar map attackers are down from a 64% win rate to 50.5% win rate due to the latest changes:http://us.battle.net/forums/en/overwatch/topic/20748454911#post-1*Opinions on the Summer Games

Special Thanks: Scientist Level Patrons! *Eric S, and Blackbyrd thanks again for your generous pledges for the Scientist Level of support, when your payment clears we’ll get started on your perks! *Thanks to Brian K for sending Andres a BRAND SPANKING NEW MIC! *Also thanks to our brand new Patrons this week: Ken M, Weston H, Dev P, Tysic C, and Kurt L!

Attack:

Play fast, aggressive, and push constant pressure.
Look to pick off key enemies.
Hesitation is your enemy! Commit to the play calls.
Don’t play into the enemy's defense; position yourself favorably.
Learn to capitalize when the opportunity presents itself. (Look at that kill feed!)
Regroup after every fight!
Mobility and multiple angles of attack will give you an advantage.

Defense Mentality:

Play conservatively! Your life is very precious on defense.
Seek your allies, protect them and let them protect you.
Know when to back down.
Contest the objective when appropriate.
Revolve around the point, it is the only thing that matters.
Use your ultimates reactively!

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