This video ArchaicMSI's Daniel "dandaking" De Sousa speaks a little more in-depth about his group stage games. Put up against arguably considered the top 3 at the time rapha, Cooller and Cypher, dan discusses his thoughts before, during and after his matches against these opponents. Dan also shares his experiences off-screen with the players and what the players were like to socialize with. Part 3 coming soon
Its a fresh face that you dont normally get at the tournaments because of the distance he has to travel. Community gets behind him and helps fund the travel and he holds his own against the best players.
Its not really hype, its just gettin to know a player you rarely see.
and, for what my opinion is worth, i would very much LIKE to see strenx as #1, not only for the fact that he is by far the most improved but also for his far more positive approach to the game.