First, congratulations to my friend HNNY for making it to the finals. At the same time, I’d also like to share some of my own reflections.
This is my second time qualifying for the UB Classic playoffs. The first time was in 2023, when I was easily swept 3-0 by skysolo. Even though I stumbled into the playoffs by chance, I was deeply unsatisfied that I couldn’t secure a single win. So, I was determined to make it back and prove myself. This year, I did it. Although my goal was to win the championship, I’m still quite satisfied with making it to the top four—after all, I’m not a UB main.
Will I continue playing UB after UPL ends? I’m not sure. I feel like my passion for Pokémon has faded quite a bit. There’s a saying in China that goes, "The fiery spirit of youth is a non-renewable resource." I know I’m no longer the same person who could spend sixteen hours a day playing Showdown.
Thank you to every friend.