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'''Pierce7d''', commonly known as '''Pierce''', is a smasher from New Jersey. He is best known as a livestream commentator in many tournaments in the [[Tristate Area]].
'''Pierce7d''', commonly known as '''Pierce''', is a smasher from New Jersey. He is best known as a livestream commentator in many tournaments in the [[Tristate Area]].


Although Pierce played Smash64 from its inception, he entered the competitive scene in 2006, playing Marth and Jigglypuff in Melee. He scored no notable accomplishments in Melee, but became well known once Brawl released due to his work ethic in discovering and understanding the mechanics and data of the game, and rapidly emerging as a contender. In Brawl he helped pioneer the character Marth, and also occasionally played Falco and Metaknight.  
Although Pierce played Smash64 from its inception, he entered the competitive scene in 2006, playing Marth and Jigglypuff in Melee. He scored no notable accomplishments in Melee, but became well known once Brawl released due to his work ethic in discovering and understanding the mechanics and data of the game, and rapidly emerging as a contender. In Brawl he helped pioneer Marth's play, and also occasionally played Falco and Meta Knight.  


In addition to decent placements, Pierce contributed an exhausting amount of research and data to Smashboards in the early stages of the game. More widely known for his knowledge than his skill, he was a member of the Brawl Backroom for a short period of time as the Community Relations Manager, and served as a referee for MLG during Brawl's time on the 2010 circuit. Pierce is also noted for being a coach of great renown. In 2009 and 2010 he coached a number of players in sets they were not expected to have otherwise won, and it stirred a large controversy and debate, eventually resulting in coaching being banned from tournaments. He stepped down from the competitive scene in 2011 after scoring a Bronze at Brainshock Beta. After this, he remained involved in the Smash Community primarily as a commentator for tournaments.
In addition to decent placements, Pierce contributed an large amount of research and data to Smashboards in the early stages of the game. More widely known for his knowledge than his skill, he was a member of the Brawl Backroom for a short period of time as the Community Relations Manager, and served as a referee for MLG during Brawl's time on the 2010 circuit. Pierce is also noted for being a coach of great renown. In 2009 and 2010 he coached a number of players in sets they were not expected to have otherwise won, and it stirred a large controversy and debate, eventually resulting in coaching being banned from tournaments. He stepped down from the competitive scene in 2011 after scoring a Bronze at Brainshock Beta. After this, he remained involved in the Smash Community primarily as a commentator for tournaments.


Although a popular caster who has called games for many notable tournaments, including SKTAR and Apex, Pierce's commentary has received criticism in the past. Pierce employs a fast-paced commentary style that switches between play-by-play and analysis on a dime, which has proven to be a polarizing but inarguably experienced method of casting. He often suggests options he considers superior, and many players find this irritating and disrespectful to the players. However, many have praised this, saying that it demonstrates extensive knowledge of the game and gives information on how viewers can improve their playstyle. The most offensive instance of this was during Apex 2012 where Pierce degraded many of the players in a pools set. Afterwards, he issued many apologies and stepped down from casting major events until his return at SKTAR 2 in 2013. Since then, his commentary is much refined, and he was accepted into a partnership with Clash Tournaments as a premier caster.  
Although a popular caster who has commentated games for many notable tournaments, including SKTAR and Apex, Pierce's commentary has received criticism in the past. Pierce employs a fast-paced commentary style that switches between play-by-play and analysis on a dime, which has proven to be a polarizing but inarguably experienced method of casting. He often suggests options he personally considers superior, and many players find this irritating and disrespectful to the players. However, many have praised this, saying that it demonstrates extensive knowledge of the game and gives information on how viewers can improve their playstyle. The most offensive instance of this was during Apex 2012 where Pierce degraded many of the players in a pools set. Afterwards, he issued many apologies and stepped down from casting major events until his return at SKTAR 2 in 2013. Since then, his commentary is much refined, and he was accepted into a partnership with Clash Tournaments as a premier caster.  


After a hiatus from Smash from 2014-2016, Pierce reemerged to serve as ZeRo's personal coach. He accompanied ZeRo on during his tournament career through most of 2017, and then signed with Tempo Storm in 2018. During this time, he also casted at 2GG Finals in December of 2017 and at Frostbite 2018 with a positive review.
After a hiatus from Smash from 2014-2016, Pierce reemerged to serve as ZeRo's personal coach. He accompanied ZeRo on during his tournament career through most of 2017, and then signed with Tempo Storm in 2018. During this time, he also casted at 2GG Finals in December of 2017 and at Frostbite 2018 with a positive review.
In January 2019, he parted ways from Tempo Storm amid sexual assault allegations by numerous figures in the community.


==Tournament placings==
==Tournament placings==

Revision as of 14:34, January 23, 2019

Pierce7d
Pierce7d.jpg
Character info
Brawl main Marth
Team info
Former sponsor(s) Tempo Storm, CLASH Tournaments
Former crews Zodiac Braves
Personal and other info
Real name Daniel Seraphin
Location Teaneck, North Bergen, New Jersey United States
Miscellaneous info
Skill Super Smash Bros. Brawl Professional

Pierce7d, commonly known as Pierce, is a smasher from New Jersey. He is best known as a livestream commentator in many tournaments in the Tristate Area.

Although Pierce played Smash64 from its inception, he entered the competitive scene in 2006, playing Marth and Jigglypuff in Melee. He scored no notable accomplishments in Melee, but became well known once Brawl released due to his work ethic in discovering and understanding the mechanics and data of the game, and rapidly emerging as a contender. In Brawl he helped pioneer Marth's play, and also occasionally played Falco and Meta Knight.

In addition to decent placements, Pierce contributed an large amount of research and data to Smashboards in the early stages of the game. More widely known for his knowledge than his skill, he was a member of the Brawl Backroom for a short period of time as the Community Relations Manager, and served as a referee for MLG during Brawl's time on the 2010 circuit. Pierce is also noted for being a coach of great renown. In 2009 and 2010 he coached a number of players in sets they were not expected to have otherwise won, and it stirred a large controversy and debate, eventually resulting in coaching being banned from tournaments. He stepped down from the competitive scene in 2011 after scoring a Bronze at Brainshock Beta. After this, he remained involved in the Smash Community primarily as a commentator for tournaments.

Although a popular caster who has commentated games for many notable tournaments, including SKTAR and Apex, Pierce's commentary has received criticism in the past. Pierce employs a fast-paced commentary style that switches between play-by-play and analysis on a dime, which has proven to be a polarizing but inarguably experienced method of casting. He often suggests options he personally considers superior, and many players find this irritating and disrespectful to the players. However, many have praised this, saying that it demonstrates extensive knowledge of the game and gives information on how viewers can improve their playstyle. The most offensive instance of this was during Apex 2012 where Pierce degraded many of the players in a pools set. Afterwards, he issued many apologies and stepped down from casting major events until his return at SKTAR 2 in 2013. Since then, his commentary is much refined, and he was accepted into a partnership with Clash Tournaments as a premier caster.

After a hiatus from Smash from 2014-2016, Pierce reemerged to serve as ZeRo's personal coach. He accompanied ZeRo on during his tournament career through most of 2017, and then signed with Tempo Storm in 2018. During this time, he also casted at 2GG Finals in December of 2017 and at Frostbite 2018 with a positive review.

In January 2019, he parted ways from Tempo Storm amid sexual assault allegations by numerous figures in the community.

Tournament placings

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Tournament Date 1v1 placement 2v2 placement Partner
Clash of the Titans IV February 8, 2009 65th — —
GENESIS July 10th-12th, 2009 65th 33rd SamuraiPanda
Road To Viridian City 6 October 25th, 2009 17th — —
KTAR December 6th, 2009 9th — —
Pound 4 January 16th-18th, 2010 33rd 25th Vex Kasrani
Road To Viridian City 7 February 27th, 2010 13th 9th DEHF
KTAR 3 September 25th, 2010 17th 17th Spida
Road To Viridian City 8 October 23rd, 2010 33rd 17th RJ
Great Revival November 20th, 2010 17th — —
PolyBrawl 5 November 27th, 2010 9th — —
KTAR 4 January 15th, 2011 25th — —
Pound V February 19th-21st, 2011 25th 33rd Mango
KTAR 5 May 21st, 2011 65th 13th Beach
SKTAR July 14th-15th, 2012 49th — —

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