Overpowered Callouts: Former Pro Pleads with Marvel Rivals to Ditch the C9 Slang
The C9 Meme: A Blast from the Past in the World of Overwatch Rivals
Get ready for a dose of nostalgia as the C9 meme has made a comeback, courtesy of Marvel Rivals, the latest phenomenon in the world of Overwatch. For those who may be new to the scene, the C9 meme is a term coined to describe a specific situation where a team fails to capture an objective, often due to individual players prioritizing their own goals over the team’s success. And, believe it or not, some of us are still responsible for creating these epic fails.
One of the players behind the infamous "C9" meme is Lucas "Mendo" Håkansson, who played for Cloud9’s Overwatch team in 2017. When he’s not reminiscing about the good old days, Mendo can be found competing at the highest level. His tweet, in response to the meme’s resurgence, sums up the sentiment of many: "MARVEL RIVALS’ BOOMING POPULARITY MEANS A TON OF NEW PLAYERS ARE LEARNING WHAT A ‘C9’ IS, AND THAT I CREATED IT. LET ME MOVE ON PLEASE."
The origins of the C9 meme can be traced back to a match during Overwatch Apex Season 2, where Håkansson’s team failed to capture the payload despite dominating the fight. The term "C9" was born, as players would type "C9 LUL" in Twitch chat whenever a team failed to capitalize on their advantage. While Håkansson’s solo, promising ultimate on Soldier: 76 in the third round didn’t help the situation, it was ultimately a team effort that led to the evolution of the meme.
Fast-forward to the present, and the C9 meme has taken on new life with Marvel Rivals. The game’s payload mechanics, where the objective moves based on the team that last touched it, have created an environment where C9s become all too common. It’s a venomous cycle of inaction, where each player assumes someone else will handle the objective, ultimately leading to the dreaded C9.
The C9 debate shows no signs of dying down, with Reddit threads still hotly debating the meaning of the term (Does it count if the point is too dangerous to step on?). But one thing is clear: as long as there’s an objective to ignore, there will be a C9. Whether it’s in Overwatch or Marvel Rivals, the C9 meme will continue to be a force to be reckoned with, a reminder of our own fallibility and the importance of teamwork in the world of esports.
Common C9 Mistakes to Avoid in Marvel Rivals:
• Assuming someone else will handle the objective
• Prioritizing your individual goals over the team’s success
• Getting caught up in the action and losing sight of the main goal
• Failing to communicate with your team and coordinate your efforts
Key Takeaways:
• The C9 meme is a blast from the past, originating in the days of Overwatch
• Marvel Rivals has given new life to the meme, thanks to its payload mechanics
• The C9 meme is a reminder of the importance of teamwork and coordination in esports
• Even pro players are not immune to making C9 mistakes
