Dive into this post-major Counter-Strike deep-dive with Thorin and Pimp as they break down why the new CS calendar finally feels like a real sports season, how the major as a year-ending event reshapes roster moves, and what player breaks should really look like in a modern, hyper-competitive scene.  

The conversation then shifts into an all‑time greats debate: is Vitality’s 2025 run better than Astralis’s legendary 2018? They compare trophies, semi‑final streaks, Intel Grand Slam runs, and era difficulty, arguing that Vitality might have the highest “floor” of any CS team ever. They also praise apEX for actively chasing history, talk about the “wrestling villain” crowd dynamic, and dismantle lazy takes about “old CS being bad” by comparing how every era always plays at its own 100% level. They then discuss the donk vs ZywOo conversation.

If you enjoy era debates, behind‑the‑scenes details, and real talk about what it takes to stay on top in CS, watch the full episode, drop a comment with your pick (Vitality 2025 or Astralis 2018), and subscribe for more high-level Counter-Strike analysis.

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