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Tracks Blizzard employees across various accounts.

👉AM(most)A This is open until 6pm pdt and I'll answer as many questions as I can or am able. Note: I will NOT answer questions that pertain to specific Creators and their relationship with the game I work on. Respect privacy. All bundle/codes/whynotme will be ignored 😈

👉AM(most)A This is open until 6pm pdt and I'll answer as many questions as I can or am able. Note: I will NOT answer questions that pertain to specific Creators and their relationship with the game I work on. Respect privacy. All bundle/codes/whynotme will be ignored 😈

  • Alkali Layke
    Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
    👉AM(most)A This is open until 6pm pdt and I'll answer as many questions as I can or am able. Note: I will NOT answer questions that pertain to specific Creators and their relationship with the game I work on. Respect privacy. All bundle/codes/whynotme will be ignored 😈

    • JmtsHS
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What do you like about your job?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @JmtsHS I love Hearthstone and I love relationships with people. I get to do both. (pinches self) I can't believe it most days. I'm so happy. So very happy here.

    • RidiculousHat
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke how do you manage your time in any given day or week? and how often is the answer "five twelve hour days in a row"?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @RidiculousHat My HS work weeks go in cycles of "Holy Mother of Batman this is a lot of work" to "Sweet, maybe I'll have time to do the fun weekly playtest". So now that I know the cycles it's easier. It helps that I can wfh and I can walk Porter everyday for mental health breaks.

        • Alkali Layke
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @RidiculousHat I'm on mobile a lot too and try to answer easy questions quickly. If I manage them as they happen it feels easier to digest. If I let things pile up on social it gets stressful.

    • en_djinn
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Did you have some better bacon when you went back to the US?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @en_djinn Sure did. Thick cut brown sugar and red pepper flake. Delicious.

    • hattri_k
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What's Alkali favourite Hearthstone class and why? :)

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @hattri_k Hunter. Always hunter. (honestly because I am a super busy person and like fast games) Shaman close second.

    • ZeddyHS
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke No question, just thanks for being such an awesome person and community manager. We're so lucky to have you.

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @ZeddyHS Oh snap. Thank you! I love what I do. Some days are easier than others though.

    • rreynon0111
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke How is the doggo doing?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @rreynon0111 Porter is the best! He is just so chill. @TheCantelope once said he looks like an "old soul" and that's the most perfect description I've ever heard for Porter.

    • pokemonspy
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What's your favorite Pokemon and cartoon (thinking about stuff like Adventure Time, Gravity Falls, Over the Gardens Wall, etc.)?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @pokemonspy Fave pokemon: Charmander and Oddish (he's cute) Fave cartoons: Tough one. Family Guy. All time fave though is 90s Xmen

    • cerealforme
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Any advice for those who want to get in the gaming industry?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @cerealforme I'm not the best person to ask this, as I'm fairly new. I started out by volunteering to work/learn for the esports team I was on & that turned into a part-time job that eventually led to more responsibility. Offer to intern/volunteer/shadow somewhere if not already connected.

        • cerealforme
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @alkali_layke Thanks for your perspective 💗

          • Alkali Layke
            Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
            @cerealforme Oh wait...tagging in @ashsweetring because she is a new hire at Blizzard and WORKED HER TAIL OFF to get there.

    • RTwoCTwo
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What the Community team do that the community isn't really aware of? I know you guys are doing more than browsing Reddit / Twitter all day (that's what *I* do)...

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @RTwoCTwo I probably can't comment in too much detail here but I will say that most things the community thinks we do is actually our social team. My job is NOT social stuff :) But that probably confuses you more lol

    • Multizord
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What quick advice would you give content creators that are more casual, part-timers who have full time jobs/kids/etc? How can they best stand out among the crowd even if their content is more infrequent, and lower budget (in terms of time and money)?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @Multizord Honest answer? I'm hearing "part-timer" "infrequent" "not a lot of time" All those things point out to me that that creator should just have the most fun with it as possible. If you already don't have enough time I wouldn't waste more on how to stand out. Just be you. Have fun!

    • ben_heathstone
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Maybe too broad a question, but what are your goals as a CM for Hearthstone? Do you look to growing HS to a broader audience? Focus on player retention? What are your hopes for HS 5 years from now? Thanks for the AMA!

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @ben_heathstone Player retention and widening our audience are questions for another team. BUT I can say that focusing on making our messaging hit more of our global audience is important to me. For example, this post! AMAs are cool...but a large portion of our players never see them.

        • Alkali Layke
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @ben_heathstone Finding ways to unite our community on more levels so cool moments like AMAs or Dev input on Reddit posts gets seen/shared to more people. But I realizw that's only answering part of your question. This question is a big one.

    • jcandance
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke @Celestalon How do you value the different types of content creators (youtubers/streamers/podcasters/twitter personalities) differently in regards to what they bring to exposure to the game?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @jcandance @Celestalon Well, step one: realizing they're "people" first :) And each individual will connect to a certain part of our community in a special/different way. It's less about how/where they create sometimes more about who/how. But some content opportunities work better on certain platforms

    • ItsBen321
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke pancakes or waffles?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @ItsBen321 If I HAD to...waffles. But I never choose either. Eggs/Bacon/Hashbrowns plz

    • jdizz_fo_rizz
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Are you starting a community zoo with the addition of an adopted dog and cow?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @jdizz_fo_rizz This sounds like a great idea. Tell me more...

    • Falular
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke @Celestalon Favorite HS portrait?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @Falular @Celestalon Oldie but goodie...I've always just really loved Golden Garrosh Hellscream. The fire...the anger! RAWWWWR!

    • Anthony25481846
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What's your favorite dessert? And thank you for being all around fabulous!

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @Anthony25481846 Creme Brulee. Nothing else comes close...okay maybe strawberry shortcake. (I don't love Chocolate)

    • Nea__Hs
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke how does Q1-Q2 look for HS? It feels like things has gotten really good(atleast here on twitter and the twitch-con event was so cool). Does that reflect in HS revenue somehow?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @Nea__Hs I measure HS in community happiness :) Ya'll seem happy. Tis good.

        • Nea__Hs
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @alkali_layke But but but ... Science?

          • Alkali Layke
            Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
            @Nea__Hs Not my area of science :)

    • themattlondon
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What's your craziest cosplay story?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @themattlondon I legit peed my pants on stage once. I missjudged by bathroom break and the costume was impossible to take off quickly. I just....big whoops No one every knew though. It was JUST A LITTLE BIT K!!!!

    • kremlincardinal
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke 1) Does @hsdecktech regularly shower (judging by his smell)? 2) Is @hsdecktech a loud chewer? 3) If @hsdecktech borrowed money from you, what percent certainty would you have he would pay it back?

      • hsdecktech
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @kremlincardinal @alkali_layke WOW, STEVE

        • Alkali Layke
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @hsdecktech @kremlincardinal Real talk...I've met @hsdecktech once. And here's all you need to know: -no detectable odor but I bet he smells just fine -still don't like his coffee choices -has got some karaoke skills -I've seen him dance. It's interesting.

    • Busy_Peon
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke How often do you play Hearthstone, and what's your favorite class/play style?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @Busy_Peon I usually play at the end of the night before bed. I don't have as much time for it as I used to. Maybe 1hr a day weeknights? 2-3hrs day weekends. I REALLY love token style decks.

    • ItsFinalS
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke I see a lot of content creators doing well on tiktok for games like LoL and Valorant. Do you think a similar gameplay/general Heartstone content could work too? Or maybe the general audience for HS is from a generation that does not really use that platform

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @ItsFinalS I think TikTok is a great place for HS content. Just need to get the right personalities behind it. TikTok is best when you let your personality SHINNNNNEEE!!!

    • ClarkHELLSCREAM
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What kind of content do YOU want to see content creators make VS what does Blizzard/Team 5 want content creators to make?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @ClarkHELLSCREAM I'd personally love to see more news style content. "This week in HS" but fun/positive and community focused. I think this could be very successful but needs the right personality to make it warm and inviting.

        • ZombiesGoNomNom
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @alkali_layke @ClarkHELLSCREAM Tried this awhile ago and though it’s very enjoyable I think so many people, myself included, don’t realize how hard it is to keep up with all the modes and communities. HS has grown so much it’s way harder to keep up with all of it, hope someone else can make it work though!

          • Alkali Layke
            Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
            @ZombiesGoNomNom @ClarkHELLSCREAM tell me about it....lol

        • SidisiTV
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @alkali_layke @ClarkHELLSCREAM I think this can work really well on niche programs like mine- I usually start Hunter TV w a news desk segment about latest decks, innovations, meta etc. Don't yet have an overlay for the desk nor starting a YT for it- still working on those ones 😇

          • Alkali Layke
            Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
            @SidisiTV @ClarkHELLSCREAM Big agree

    • nerdmeat
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Any plans for some for funsies cosplays in the near future?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @nerdmeat I have my eyes on some stuff from a future expansion that I just HAVE TO DO

    • kilmarnok1285
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke How would you describe your home design aesthetic? Also any updated photos of the ongoing home improvements?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @kilmarnok1285 Modern sleek meets maximalist (odd I know) with a healthy side of weird.

    • ArreadorOficial
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What is the thing you value most in content creators?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @ArreadorOficial Tough one. It's so many things. I see value in many types of creators and they affect the community different. I love a good wholesome consistent kind streamer but I also love the truth tellers who just let us have it. Games need all types.

    • Norwis135
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Do we know exact day when HS content creators programme (to apply) will go live?:)

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @Norwis135 Our goal was for timing around 24.0 launch but I also mentioned in my interview with @TACpodcast that it could be slightly later. We're on track to fall shortly after 24.0. Things are looking great but we want to make sure it's fully ready to go :)

    • adam_noodelman
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Way more important question than my last one: How's the @hsdecktech cosplay coming along?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @adam_noodelman @hsdecktech VALID QUESTION!!! I'm so overdue on this and owe the community a huge apology. These needs done asap

    • TheRealNzoth
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke FAVORITE OLD GOD? AND WHY N'ZOTH?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @TheRealNzoth Oh hey there old friend

    • lunalovepls
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What type of content do you feel like is overdone in Hearthstone? And what content do you feel like is underdone?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @lunalovepls I actually don't feel like there's overdone content in HS. Our game updates so much with how many content updates we do in a year that even if the same topics are done often its usually on a different set. Most underdone: Collaborations

    • BabyBearHS
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Will we get more events/tournaments/invitationals this year? Masters Tours qualifiers are finished for this year so was wondering if there will be something else to do after September (last MT).

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @BabyBearHS Eeep...I am not on the esports team. That team would have better answers. Side note...big fan of everyone on our esports team

    • OTV98
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What led to you becoming community manager for Hearthstone? Was it a slow process of meeting people or one day did you see the job opening and apply? Also people have mentioned but communication has been incredible since you got the role and that goes to all other devs too!

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @OTV98 I think the biggest factor was that I worked for an esports team that had a huge amount of HS players. I was so connected to much of the community for many years. I saw all sides of what HS content creators go through.

    • RemcoGB
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Any plans to strengthen local Hearthstone communities? Especially those that communicate and make content in smaller languages

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @RemcoGB We have some excellent CMs in those regions with big plans. Some of us are still new to the team so just need time and patience. I'm seeing some cool things I'm really jealous of in other regions!

    • ggahsoo
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Hi alkali, with crossovers from other IPs in Hearthstone now existing in mercs/duels/bgs, is there any room for non-Blizzard IPs to collaborate with hearthstone? And if so could Blizzard please add Hatsune Miku to hearthstone in some way? Thanks much!

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @ggahsoo Game design questions like this are best saved for @IksarHS AMAs. But that picture you posted...so cute! Anime as a card type? Adorable.

    • adam_noodelman
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What surprised you most about this job?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @adam_noodelman How fast it moves. Hearthstone has SO MUCH CONTENT! My head just spins sometimes at how much. Everything moves at such a fast pace from our side. By the time the community sees something wrap up we're already well on to the next thing. I. HAD. NO. IDEA. I. THOUGHT. I. KNEW. NOPE

    • nataly_hs
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Would you play with us in the future once again friendly private BGs match at my stream? 😍😍😍

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @nataly_hs That was fun! I'd love to again someday. If I remember right, that day lined up well because it was late at night and kiddos were somewhere else and the mister was doing his own thing.

    • Gambito_HS
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Is the content creator program almost ready to be launched in full? When can we expect news about that? (You're an awesome CM and this community is lucky to have you! hope you have a marvelous day!)

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @Gambito_HS Planning to do a more official announcement on this soon. It's so close!!! We wanted it ready for 24.0 but it will be a smidge later. Just needs a few more tweaks.

    • Ogaitnas_23
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke How do you feel being a great reference and inspiration for us content creators? And what's it like to be a CM for a community as passionate as Hearthstone? Thank you so much for all your attention! 🥰

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @Ogaitnas_23 Aww shucks. I don't know. I just do my best. And like any human some days are better than others.

    • MartianBuu
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Do you have a favorite pizza topping?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @MartianBuu Dude. Pizza. I love it. Throw whatever on it. I don't care. I am not picky. I LIKE IT ALLLLLLLL. What's my favortie pizza topping? Pizza.

        • smellyheadz
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @alkali_layke @MartianBuu Does this mean you throw a pizza on top of another pizza?

          • Alkali Layke
            Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
            @smellyheadz @MartianBuu I often take two pieces of pizza and put them together like a sandwich. Because two slices are better than one :)

    • HighlanderHSW
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke It has been 8 years since HS is out, do you think it will last 8 more? Or HS 2.0 will happen?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @HighlanderHSW I do believe it will be! It is so different from when it first launched. Look at all the new modes! It's so cool to see where it's come. I can't say where it will go...but I'm excited to see what it is when it gets there :)

    • MinderRoots
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What is something people don’t realize is really important in the industry, while the significance can’t be overstated?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @MinderRoots Doing our best to have our message hit our global audience. I love Twitter as much as everyone else,but messaging here does not hit all ears. That's why what @hsdecktech and @UmildisTV does is so important. They work hard to ensure our messaging hits as many people as possible.

    • OtsunaFR
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What's your favorite deck in Hearthstone from any meta ? 🤔

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @OtsunaFR Even Shaman and Four Horsemen OTK Paladin

    • HS_Copa
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Hi Alkali, how is Porter doing? 🥺

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @HS_Copa He's doing great but we really need to get him a brother. He's starting to get a bit mopey and I just think he needs a friend.

    • MathMischief
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What's the weather like in your part of the world today? (I know, silly, but I have no hearthstone questions today lol)

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @MathMischief 104 today. Damn hot.

    • CroqueHs
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke I started creating content on Youtube, then after finding a small following there and here on Twitter I transitioned to twitch. I would love to keep doing all of it, but because of time constraints Youtube is currently on hold to make the stream much better and consistent. Good?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @CroqueHs Make a content calendar! If you're serious about content creation then make a schedule. Make it work (but still fun). Streams should (in general) be over 3hrs but longer than 6 for a lot of streamers isn't always good. So maybe budget time well to still try to fit some YT?

        • Alkali Layke
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @CroqueHs It's different for everyone. But write out a schedule on a calendar and follow it like a job. It's amazing how much it helps.

    • McBeeHS
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Would you rather fight one Frodan sized Murloc, or 10 murloc sized Frodans?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @McBeeHS Oh WHOA!! No one messes with @Frodan, I'll take on the Murloc plz

    • TheGodOfTheDeep
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke How has been working with the community overseas, with creators from other cultures? And getting to know how different or similar the space is in each region?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @TheGodOfTheDeep I LOVE IT! I watch a lot of videos from non-english creators on youtube with CC on. I can't keep up with those creators as well (and they have a great CM for their region anyway) but I really enjoy learning from those creators.

    • blevidorfman
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke What's your opinion of (if any) progress regarding sexism/harassment in Blizzard/eSports culture? I know it's a loaded question, so feel free to be vague/overly general if you wish. Mostly thinking of how does the culture feel to you?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @blevidorfman I just want to say that esports is very lucky to have Alex and Eric. They're dedicated to keeping that space safe.

    • lil_robitussin1
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Hey Alkali! I was wondering if you’re planning on engaging the hearthstone community tiktok again anytime soon? It was a cool way to shoutout people. (Btw your freestyle was 🔥)

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @lil_robitussin1 I miss it. More info soooooooooon

    • RaneTDF
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke A) Will you do a new "coaching session" giveaway? B) How do you envision the communication between Content Creators and CMs/Blizzard C) Is it true that Porter answers some of your DMs? D) Will we ever have the content section "Alkali's DMs" where you share the best you received?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @RaneTDF A) I think my coaching days are over as there is probably some issue of "fairness" between creators. I'll still post general tips every now and then but not the individual sessions I did before. B) MOAR! Working on this. Stuffs coming. C) woof D) probably not! (but so funny)

    • TiagoTaparelli
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Since joining the HS team, what initiative you personally championed and/or lead that you're most proud of?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @TiagoTaparelli So many projects are team efforts so it's hard to answer, but some things that I worked really hard on w/team: -Bringing Wild to Theorycrafting -Having @superblindman in Theorycrafting (thanks @Celestalon and @guide_dev) -The upcoming Creator Program

    • xcrazyon3x
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Any plans in the future to release new dungeon run style solo content? I always had a lot of fun playing those.

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @xcrazyon3x https://t.co/lig3luYlwA

    • multiboxerHS
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke ketchup or mayonnaise?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @multiboxerHS Step 1: Mix together equal parts Step 2: Add 1/2 part spicy cocktail sauce Step 3: Add 1/4 part pickle juice Step 4: Mix in lots of fresh course ground pepper AND you get the best fry sauce ever. :) You're welcome

        • kilmarnok1285
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @alkali_layke @multiboxerHS I’m making burgers tomorrow and will try this on them too!

          • Alkali Layke
            Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
            @kilmarnok1285 @multiboxerHS It's seriously the best fry sauce recipe. I learned it in college when I was working at a pub

    • SaturdayTwitch
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Are you watching any TV shows? If so, do you have recommendations?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @SaturdayTwitch Just finished Stranger Things. Currently watching: The Boys & The Umbrella academy. Re-watching: 7th Heaven w/ my daughter because it was one of the last wholesome shows on TV and tackles hard topics that are great for her development Re-watching: Eureka w/ son. He loves Sci-Fi

        • SaturdayTwitch
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @alkali_layke The Boys is pretty gruesome, especially this season The first 10 minutes of this season...was something LOL

          • Alkali Layke
            Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
            @SaturdayTwitch Oh really? What bothered you? 😎😈😂

    • PatrynHS
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Favorite fastfood restaurant?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @PatrynHS Hmmmm... does Subway count? Then Wendy's. Then Jack in the Box.

    • CrimsonpandaHS
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Do we have a rough time for the excess coin update? Also thank you for all the open communication.

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @CrimsonpandaHS Our "dot4s" will contain most of our new Mercs news. So stay tuned then!

    • RidiculousHat
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke how do you manage your dms?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @RidiculousHat Why do you bring up this trauma?

        • RidiculousHat
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @alkali_layke because it seems like a literally impossible task but you frequently do impossible things

          • Alkali Layke
            Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
            @RidiculousHat You should see my FB DMs. That account has over 200k followers and it's a dumpster fire of gross and I rarely even post content there.

    • AnnoyTron
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Hello? Hello!? 🤔🤔

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @AnnoyTron From the other side? or...Is it me you're looking for?

    • Vaapad1_HS
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke How frequent will these AMAs be? Also, how do you try to divide your time between working with content creators in different formats? I.e. standard vs wild vs arena vs BGs vs duels vs mercs?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @Vaapad1_HS Not sure yet, maybe every few months? 🤔 And as for creators in different formats we do our best to spread ourselves around the modes as much as possible. I tend to be more Constructed/Duels/Arena active on new expansions, then BG/Mercs active on those patches.

    • Jotarun
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Taiwan players need some help after Blizzard Australia taking charge We lost standard broadcast this year and thus losing content creators for standard Translation qualities are getting worse (they are still using winter standard time) Questions on facebook are never answered

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @Jotarun Thank you so much for the feedback. I didn't know about some of this so it's very helpful. Will pass along.

    • Doc_Delight
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke I know they have been out of stock for quite some time now, but could you maybe check the back one more time and see if there’s an extra ✨Wild Open✨lying around? Maybe it fell off a shelf or got kicked behind a box? 👉👈🥹

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @Doc_Delight *cries* but I work from home!

    • dodopapy
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Who is the CM for North Africa/Middle East or even for Arabic language. I am a big fan of the game since launch but never seemed to bump into my own community

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @dodopapy North Africa/Middle East falls into EMEA support and we will have a Creator Program published soon where you can apply and submit your information to that regions CM. Not all our CMs like to be active on social media...it can be rough out here!

    • TonicNova
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke Not a question, but I've learned a life lesson from you when you first started your series of helping out small creators in the community and then became community manager with that in your resume. I'm still very impressed 👍

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @TonicNova Thank you! I firmly believe in putting good out into the world. In my experience, it's always come right back.

    • diegocentric
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke I don’t know if this would fall within the umbrella of Creators, but is there any support for tournament organizers that maybe people are not aware of or don’t take advantage of? And are there any tournament organizers that you feel are doing it right?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @diegocentric Tournament support for something outside of esports is something we haven't really done much of but something I'm very interested in. It's on my list of things to ideate on.

    • pocky_plays
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke If you were directing a movie, and the soundtrack was integrated into the plot of the movie (like the songs happen IN the movie as well), what would be 3 songs you'd have on the soundtrack?

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @pocky_plays "Paranoid" by Black Sabbath is one of my most favorite songs to rock out to. So that for sure. But movies need highs and lows so... for a low maybe something like Pearl Jam. And I guess it needs a love song...so "At Last" by Etta James with a funky twist. That's waa a tough one

    • KaysaCat
      Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
      @alkali_layke I’m late to this, but I was curious as to which cosplay you’ve done that is your all-time favorite. (bonus for a photo, I love your work) 💚

      • Alkali Layke
        Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
        @KaysaCat My favorite changes depending on the day you ask me. So today I say this one https://t.co/IjhR4CUAWV

        • Jon_G_09
          Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
          @alkali_layke @KaysaCat Well, that’s a top-notch Quailman if I’ve ever seen one.

          • Alkali Layke
            Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
            @Jon_G_09 @KaysaCat It's fun to wear. The young kids just think I'm weird but if you know you know.

            • Chadd Nervigg
              Posted 3 years, 5 months ago (Source)
              @alkali_layke @Jon_G_09 @KaysaCat QUAILWOMAN!
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