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Sage Datuin

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  • Writer and Reporter, Freelance
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Los Angeles, New Brunswick
As seen in: MSN, MSN Canada, MSN India, MSN UK, MSN Malaysia, MSN South Africa, Red Bull, Esports Illustrated, Sports Illustrated, Flipboard and
Covers:  Esports and Gaming, Finance & Business, Cryptocurrency & Blockchain, Lifestyle and Culture, SEO Digital Marketing, Fitness and Lifestyle
Doesn't Cover: Politics
🇵🇭l VAL/LoL Freelance Reporter for THESPIKE.GG and Plat Chat Let’s work together! Inquiries: sagedatuin@gmail.com or DM's
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This 1-Trick just won the LCS - The Story of APA

This 1-Trick just won the LCS - The Story of APA

YouTube — I was responsible for the video editing, interviewing, thumbnail, lighting, video scripting, and on-screen hosting for this video project. I reached out to Team Liquid on behalf of Esports Illustrated to create a profile on the League of Legends team's midlaner Eain "APA" Stearns.
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This one NERF changed her career | Ricki Ortiz Documentary

This one NERF changed her career | Ricki Ortiz Documentary

YouTube — streetfighter #thirdstrike #chunli Meet the indomitable Ricki Ortiz, a pivotal force in the FGC and a dedicated advocate for trans rights. From the fiercely controlled kicks of Chun Li - to the innovative mindscape of Evil Geniuses - Ricki's journey is a compelling narrative of robust resilience and powerful representation.
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How Demon1 Became the Greatest Rookie in Valorant History

How Demon1 Became the Greatest Rookie in Valorant History

YouTube — This is a video I created on behalf of Esports Illustrated. I was responsible for the production, scripting, interviewing, editing, A/B Testing, and marketing behind the promotion and creation of this video.
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xQc says he's received more death threats in April than past 6 years combined thanks to viral r/P...

xQc says he's received more death threats in April than past 6 years combined thanks to viral r/P...

Dot Esports — The r/Place streams have become some of xQc's most popular, but at what cost? Twitch streamer xQc took part in the Place social experiment on April Fools' Day 2022 and claims to have received more death threats this April than in the past six years combined.
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Disguised Toast unbanned from Twitch after 48 hours

Disguised Toast unbanned from Twitch after 48 hours

Dot Esports — The popular streamer is back once again! Twitch streamer Disguised Toast has been unbanned on the platform after receiving a suspension for watching the anime Death Note. Many were unsure how long the ban would last. While some were speculating that it may be a 48-hour suspension, similarly to fellow Twitch streamer Imane "Pokimane" Anys, others wondered if it could be a longer suspension.
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Twitch star xQc hints at possible MasterChef collaboration: 'my people are talking to their peopl...

Twitch star xQc hints at possible MasterChef collaboration: 'my people are talking to their peopl...

Dot Esports — The ongoing DMCA strikes have resulted in a number of Twitch's biggest names receiving bans from the streaming platform, but Twitch star xQc might find a way to continue watching copyright-protected content-more specifically MasterChef, the latest rising star of Twitch's reaction genre.
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'Make people happy': Everything FlyQuest CEO Tricia Sugita has done derives from one goal

'Make people happy': Everything FlyQuest CEO Tricia Sugita has done derives from one goal

Nerd Street Gamers — “When you are walking through Los Angeles, you can see the sidewalk, but no matter what, the roots of the trees still breakthrough. No matter the roadblock or challenge, it will always persevere.” FlyQuest CEO Tricia Sugita has undergone a number of different roadblocks. Yet, through all her hardships, her goals still remain the same. This is her story.
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The Puzzle Game That Became A Fighting Game - Catherine

The Puzzle Game That Became A Fighting Game - Catherine

www.youtube.com — A video explaining the unique competitive landscape of Catherine. I was responsible for the video script of this specific project.
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FTX partners with Nerd Street Gamers for future tournaments

FTX partners with Nerd Street Gamers for future tournaments

FTW with Imad Khan: An Esports and Competitive Gaming Podcast — Nerd Street Gamers has revealed its new partnership with FTX will see the US-regulated cryptocurrency exchange be a title sponsor for multiple Nerd Street events in the future.
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100T Nitr0 on balancing Valorant with fatherhood: "It really forces me to not waste this moment b...

100T Nitr0 on balancing Valorant with fatherhood: "It really forces me to not waste this moment b...

Esports.gg — Nitr0 is learning to balance a pro esports career with being a new father to his child Maverick. As you grow older, more responsibilities enter your everyday life. When we are kids, our primary focuses are simple and revolve around our passions and dreams. Over time, this begins to change as more worries and different life obligations begin to surround these initial goals.
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Many esports pros retire in their late 20s, but Version1's effys is just getting started

Many esports pros retire in their late 20s, but Version1's effys is just getting started

Nerd Street Gamers — Passion or practicality? Numerous esports careers hinge on this one simple question. Yet, for Version1 VALORANT player Effys, his passion for esports was never seen as a legitimate option. Now, at 29 years old, he is living out the dream he always had years later.
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Xbox's 2021 revenue set record high, exceeded $16 billion

Xbox's 2021 revenue set record high, exceeded $16 billion

FTW with Imad Khan: An Esports and Competitive Gaming Podcast — Microsoft's Xbox division generated its highest ever annual revenue in 2021. Microsoft reported Xbox generated $16.28 billion in revenue last year, a year-over-year increase of 17 percent.
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New Twitch Username Policy to enforce stricter guidelines on the platform

New Twitch Username Policy to enforce stricter guidelines on the platform

Esports.gg — Could your account be at risk of suspension? A new Twitch Username Policy is set to raise a higher standard moving forward as they attempt to curb hateful conduct and harassment. Twitch has announced their new Twitch Username Policy that will enforce stricter guidelines for usernames moving forward.
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