I love how no matter what game, there's always a tournament or competitive level for it

@jessewheeler2652

2 жыл бұрын

I mean, it is one of the most popular games of all-time.

@Hester_prynne

2 жыл бұрын

not hangman

@adityasalim3073

2 жыл бұрын

dude, it's catan. ofc they have a tournament.

@Treeckosaurus

2 жыл бұрын

There's plenty of Catan tournaments, both online (King of Catan for example) and in physical tournaments are starting back up now the lockdowns have "ended".

@jackdonkey22

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder what strategies would emerge in a bananagrams tournament. Do you rearrange to big words when you can to make it easier to get rid of tiles at the end.

It’s the dramatic rain after the tough loss for me. You played well, Dylan! Don’t beat yourself up. You’re clearly a pro.

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Hayden! It's always a pleasure to se you in the comments! Thanks for sticking around for all these years!

@marfin4325

2 жыл бұрын

good rain knows when to fall.

@Jsoccer1999

2 жыл бұрын

@@DyLightedCatan PLEASE COME BACK

I’ve never played catan, I know almost nothing about it, but I thoroughly enjoyed this. You have an incredible talent for clear and engaging storytelling, and you were able to break down an obviously complicated strategy game into a narrative that was interesting and meaningful to the least knowledgeable viewer-seriously dude, good fucking job.

@McSantoryu

2 жыл бұрын

Catan is amazing. grab a group of friends, and play it. You will most likely enjoy it a lot, since every round is different, thanks to a lot of possible variables. Cheers mate

@EMan-fn2ht

2 жыл бұрын

Same, I’ve only played once like 4-5 years ago and also really enjoyed this

@tistelnilsson

2 жыл бұрын

The game itself are not really complicated. The setup is the complicated thing. Maybe about 50% of the games is from the setup. 25% from dice and 25% from deals (many predesignated from setup) and simple execution. Best game in the world with 4 players. Takes around 45-75 minutes depending on how quick people play.

@TheIdroY

2 жыл бұрын

@@tistelnilsson even the setup isn't that complicated. But I like Catan nevertheless

@Christoff070

2 жыл бұрын

I don't understand how this game has a competitive scene. Seems like the person with the best charisma can make the best deals and just win

“Honestly, it doesn’t matter, that’s longest road. I win.” BRUTALLLL HAHAHAHA I LOVE IT

The editing on this video is TOP TEIR. Maybe one of the best Catan videos I have ever seen on KZread. The overlays, the explanation, the personality in the video. Your passion is evident. Major props.

@kolaas2006

2 жыл бұрын

Agree, amazing editing!!

@destar5869

2 жыл бұрын

Scrolled down looking for a comment that mentioned this, the editing is absolutely fantastic. The 3D AR-styled overlays / highlights were such a nice touch!

@stefanandersson4573

2 жыл бұрын

Agree. but we miss more content now. @dylighted come and game some more!

@maryblue75

2 жыл бұрын

Agree excellent!

I love that semi-final placement deal: two bricks, but cancelled once a three is rolled, two stone, but not if you build a city is hilarious!

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Haha yea this negotiation took like 5 minutes lol

@TeeJ424

2 жыл бұрын

@@DyLightedCatan question how did they deal work? Did orange have to give you two as soon as they got it? Is there a place that has these trade deal rules somewhere? Or are they more table side negotiations

@tistelnilsson

2 жыл бұрын

@@DyLightedCatan Too much time in a Catan game...

@Macattack1023

2 жыл бұрын

To be honest orange seemed kinda rude and didn’t seem to have the best sportsmanship

@tistelnilsson

2 жыл бұрын

@@Macattack1023 It is tournament. Not your own friends in your playgroup.

Idk anything bout this game but I respect the hell outta how happy he is and him sharing. Much love

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. These comments mean the world to me.

You do NOT suck at the Catan, Dylan! You are one of the best Catan players in the world! Sure, keep practicing, and don't let pride overtake you. But, as long as you do your best, you shouldn't beat yourself up. Keep playing, and that dream will keep growing closer. You can do it!

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’ll do my best.

You can just tell how much effort was put into this! Great video and commitment and I’m so happy you can have so much fun during these tournaments

I have literally no idea what is going on at any given moment, I have never even heard of Catan let alone played it, but honestly this may be my favorite comfort video on the internet. Your enthusiasm is infectious, humor on point- I absolutely adore it. Now I just have to google what a good 30 percent of those words mean. 10/10, I'm pretty sure you just got me into a youtube rabbit hole for a game I have no friends to play with. Five stars. If you ever make a 'how to' guide of this game in general, I promise to be the first to watch

@zackglickert4495

4 ай бұрын

i’m surprised how many commenters have never heard of this game. catan is what i think of when i think of board games

For the Semis match i think i would have taken 6 4 10 brick sheep ore. Reasoning is you get the best brick on a high wood board, plus good sheep on a low sheep board. It can pair well with 9 3 10, ore wood wheat (all 5 resources plus coordinated ore and wheat), or a wheat-wood coast placement

Hey DyLighted, recently started playing Catan and binged almost all your videos. In the span of 1 week I've become better than all my friends thanks to you. So thanks. Also, I did not expect Catan could be so entertaining to watch. Your tournament and match videos really put me at the edge of my seat. Love your work. When are we getting more videos?

@wesselvisser5042

2 жыл бұрын

Im waiting on new videos aswell cause they are so enternaining and insightfull. its especially wierd that he hast uplouded in so long since his last video got so many vieuws!

I personally think this was one of your best videos yet! Really enjoyed the format, detailed commentary and editing. Super entertaining while I still learned something new

Hey man just found your channel through this vid! What a heart breaking ending! I only play casually but you really show a high level of play and you really earned that top table! I’m excited to see more from this channel! Liked and subscribed!

This is the first video I ever saw of yours and it took me down the rabbit hole of your KZread channel. I think this is honestly one of the best ones and you do a great job of describing Catan to the casual player.

Absolutely loved this video, I love being able to see a different world which is about competitive board games, I've known catan for a while but never knew it was this complex!, although you made it easy to follow thanks to your story telling and the fantastic editing, good job!!! Thanks for the video !

Loved this video, especially the ending. The cuts between your monologue and the celebration at the table was so well done. And of course the "what's the point of a dream if you're not gonna flirt with it a little bit". I'm sure you'll make it one day 👍

Great lessons to be taken from this vid! Great documentation as always. Good luck in future tournaments!

Man watching this video for the first time a month ago converted me, a previous catan hater into a complete passion for the game and a desire to win and get better. I watch your videos all the time, I hope you come back and make more soon!

Where’d you go?? I wanna see more vids! I’m all caught up now, just found you a week ago

Awesome video Dylan! All the work you put into this really shows

Great video. I stumbled across your channel 3 months ago as I am currently sitting in the top500 on Catan universe and needed some tips to be more consistent in winning. The way you think in the game is great and it has definitely helped me improve! Keep up the good work!

I had the same feeling and thoughts when I lost in the semifinals of a tournament. I was doing so well and was so close. But you gotta keep grinding it out!

I’ve played Catan a total of twice. While in a military exercise. I have no idea how I was recommended this but glad I was. I’m subbing and now I want to play again. Thanks for the awesome video

@tistelnilsson

2 жыл бұрын

Great game. Both for family, friends and really competitive gaming. Seldom a game are all of these categories in one.

I've never been excited to watch a boardgame video on KZread till this channel.

New viewer that was guided here by the algorithm. I can tell there was a lot of effort put behind this video. The storytelling and editing make this feel like something I should be watching on Netflix. Inspiring work!

Another, another, another wonderful video! Always a pleasure watching!

I’ve known about competitive catan for around 4 years now. I play competitive magic and you talking about the catan scene in NYC, staying with your friend, and regional comp all remind me of magic. It’s cool to see all of this!

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Always fun to see other competitive scenes doing the same!

@xd_lead

2 жыл бұрын

@@DyLightedCatan Just hearing table 2, table 3, oh it reminds me of such good times. I really want competitive magic back :(

Roney (Orange) is a beast I've played him many times in these tournaments throughout the Northeast. Might be one of the best in person players I've ever played against

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

100% agree! Ronnie is an absolute crusher.

@andrewscott8399

2 жыл бұрын

He’s infamous.

Been following you for over an year now, I really like how you've grown as a player, content creator, editor and a sporting person! Good luck for the future tourneys.

Thanks for sharing Dylan. Great pointers, and good luck next time!

Great video!!!! The editing during the live games was incredible

I'm really missing the Catan content. Please come back!

i have been using Colonist because of you the last week! thank you so much. great way to practice quick games

Nice vid! Really cool seeing the journey through the tournament and hearing some table talk! Gotta get myself to some of these tournaments, looks like a lot of fun

The editing was excellent, it really told a story ;) I'm looking forward to finally see you win nationals one day :D

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Telling a story was my goal.

This video alone got me into cantan and board games in general, i had no idea what the game was about or how it worked but this video made me want to go learn and since learning I’ve come back to watch it again I enjoy 100x more. Awesome video!

@DyLightedCatan

Жыл бұрын

Stories like these makes me so happy, I'm glad I could get you into the game :)

As usual fantastic editing, honestly blows my mind the work you put into your videos.

The video quality of these is straight fire!!! You’ve come a long way and I love it!

3:32 red was trying to push orange to go left with his road, because he had no intention to build towards 2:1 Wood port. Instead red wanted the 2:1 Ore port at 6 and 9 up North. Yes its 3 roads away from Red's village, but if Orange is going left, then he is committed, therefore Red can make it in time. Good job on Orange for not falling for the mind games. Plus Orange needed the 6 Sheep spot more than another 8 Clay spot.

Great video- One of my favorites you have posted. I love when you just show a lot of different boards and I get to decide where I would go if I were in your shoes.

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

I do my best! I'm glad you are actually pausing the video and thinking about where you would go.

You have such a good energy and vibe that makes these videos so fun to watch even though I don't play Catan.

Wow. The quality of this video really blew me away, especially after I saw the channel size, amazing work! Keep it up

Hey man, i was working on rev and just did a bunch of captioning, and i saw this video on there. I went through it all and for some reason felt like i needed to look for your page and find you. i’ve never even heard of this game until today. I guess i wanted to say that i can tell how passionate you are about this and watching the end kinda broke my heart, you seem like a good dude. I can tell man, You’ll make it to the top one day.

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Whoa that's pretty crazy! Thanks for putting in all the extra effort here and saying hi here! Appreciate it!

Love your attitude man. I didn’t even know of Catan before this but I always loved strategy games. You got me excited to try it out!

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a fun one! Definitely try it!

i’ve started watching your videos just recently but i hope you continue to upload. you are one of the best players of catan IN THE WORLD and i’m sure you will achieve your dream of representing the US as long as you don’t give up. much love

My guy, you got me back into Catan. Amazing job in the tourney, and even better job with the video (smoothest ad placement I’ve seen btw, I legit had no idea it was an ad till you thanked them for being the sponsor). Fun as hell to watch, and your play-by-play visuals are super good for learning competitive mindsetst. Also I have a head-canon that the winner of your last game is a shark and the dude who yelled out “Dana!” has lost to her many times before

for the first semi match i think i would chose to place second because both first and second pick are the exact same reasouses with simller numbers which means that you both need to get the other 2 resouses and the second has higher chance od getting that. great video by the way!

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I agree, don’t like picking first on semis board. I was under time pressure and chose poorly.

@supermanor

2 жыл бұрын

@@DyLightedCatan yeah its hard catching these things under time pressure (and even more i guss under stress when the match is so important). any way you did very well.

The editing on this was top notch, great video Dyl!

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The editing took a long time but I think it was worth it!

you're amazing! I smiled a lot during this video when I saw your passion and excitement, good job ;))

Great video! You have plenty of data for next year. Come back stronger and hungrier! Great work, excited to see you get that champ spot some day!

The effort you've put into this is amazing. I love the high quality videos on this channel! Thanks dude!!

Wow, i'm so impressed what you do and what you already have archived! Don't be too hard to yourself. Sometimes as humans we just (don't) do things, we clearly could have done better looking at it after. And thanks for the great vid! I appreciate the work you put into. We believe in you! :)

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

I'm new to Catan and I really enjoy your videos and learn a lot! It must be frustrating not-winning a semi-final.. but isn't it amazing to be a semi-finalist?? 😁 you rock! you're competing against the bests, so that means you're one of the bests! 😁 keep going and thank you for the storytelling in these videos: you can play, explain, narrate, and even edit (not sure if you're doing it, but it seems like it); you're inspiring! 💪

Great editing. Great recaps. You've made a fan.

Massive props for purposely going to a hard region to get some really good OTB games. I love playing online, but the social deals and metagaming are my favorite part and you really only get that OTB and only with good players because casual/newer players get really offended for some reason when you start making convoluted negotiations. The placements for the final board were not what I predicted and I'm honestly kinda surprised you went for the 3:1 wheat, but it paid off with that deal haha. I don't watch all of your videos so idk if you've mentioned this, but year of plenty and road builders should always be played early. The problem is that you can always assume (in high level play) that if a player has dev cards and is getting robbed that their facedown cards are always mono and vp because you'd use knights before rolls to mitigate robbers and use plenty and road when you get them. Essentially a monopoly is worth at least 1 vp the longer a game goes, so a facedown card is always a vp. I agree that you would've been robbed less if you just played rb earlier, and it would have also taken blue longer to get longest road. Great games overall though and thanks for the great editing. The official Catan recordings are always so garbage so it's hard to watch high quality games with high quality video

You’re being very hard on yourself at the end though that’s understandable when the loss is raw. Always tough to go out in the semis.

This was really fun to watch. You Will get there dude. Thanks for loading this up

Mate, every game win or lose is a learning experience!! Keep pushing and enjoying the journey up the mountain!! The climb makes the view worth it!!

I've played this for years and never heard of deals before placing your first settlements. And also the advance conditions of those would make my head spin! Great video! Thanks for sharing!

@hamiltonnewhart3053

2 жыл бұрын

You need a more devious play group 😂

@danielkarlsson258

2 жыл бұрын

@@hamiltonnewhart3053 haha Maybe. But I don't think I will introduce them to this. Our games cause enough arguing as it is... 😄

@tistelnilsson

2 жыл бұрын

@@danielkarlsson258 "Future deals are seldom". You get this place and I get the other are quite common as I see it.

Lets goooo Dylighted with the vlog!!

Just happened across this video without ever seeing your content before. Wanted to say well done! The explanations are great and the visuals are even better. You earned a sub from me!

Amazing video Dylan! You're inspiring a lot of people in your journey man!

Awesome video! Felt like you took us with you!! Great editing to show the boards and placements too!

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you man! I wanted to base this off like a poker Vlog. Glad you enjoyed it.

Where you at bro?

you randomly came up on my suggested videos, and got me into catan. your videos are so well edited keep it going

I never played Catan. But the passion in your play and the video reminds me so much of all the things I enjoy in esports and competitive gaming, so I enjoyed this video greatly

thx sooooo much for another vid!!!!!!😘

I get the disappointment but saying stuff like “man I suck”, that hurts ;) you’re amazing and your vids have inspired so many to play better Catan. Learn from your defeats and breath under pressure.

I didn't know Catan was a tournament game. I just discovered this.I play it casually and it's fun to see you play in " hard mode " like this and theorycraft all move to your opponent.Thx for the video man and good luck.

I have played this game for a couple of years now and am only just now learning about the competitive community! This is really cool!

This video is edited better than most of the official tourney videos! You’re a great player, and a great content creator!

I would have picked a different starting position. The semi final board was starved for wool. Best option to me for you is the 5/10 with rock and wheat. Go down from your left and get a wood tile after trading rock. And the best starting position imo was the 6/4/10 with wool, rock, and clay.

Highest quality video you've posted yet, and the views show it! Keep it up, you have a community who wants to watch you play Catan, and many many people are happy with just stream-highlight-type games too!

What a great video! Showed up in my algorithm and I'm really glad this video has blown up this much :) Hope to see more videos, they're fantastic.

Why haven't you been posting YT videos, I just like them a lot and wish there was more new ones with recent strategies, plz post soon✌

I hate people who get blinded on blocking just one 0erson and the game gets dominated by another. You'd think this wouldn't happen in a semi finals game with theoretically "good" players...

@tistelnilsson

2 жыл бұрын

First half of the game, always block the best player if not one is too obvious in the lead.

Incredible video! Keep pumping out content so KZread favors you in their algorithm! Keep grinding bro 🤘

Love the animations. Great work

Damn you really convinced me, I'm litteraly gonna play catan online now

great video, thanks. I feel like in last game picking 1st position also was a mistake, 3rd or 4th pick looks stronger on such a board where there is no super-strong first pick

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

I think 3rd position is probably what I would narrow it down to. Agree with what you said!

Very well done video, I don’t see a lot of catan videos on KZread so this was enjoyable for me to watch as someone who likes the game

Dang, well played blue. Thanks for the video Dylighted. You make Catan really exciting.

Are you planning on making new content? Or is this the end of the road? Best of luck with whatever you choose

Hi Dylan, would you consider allowing subscribers to send you end game images, and short description of their plan and you rate it? as a video concept?

I have never heard of Catan, let alone having any inkling of how to play. Despite that, this video kept me completely engaged from start to finish. Amazing delivery and explanation man, you’re one of the best up and coming KZreadrs I’ve seen in years :)

Great Video with superb editing quality. Waiting for your next video!

Have you ever played in VR? There’s a great community on oculus and it’s so much fun and addicting to be able to play whenever.

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve never played, but have always wanted too!

I think trading makes catan a stupid game. My sister will give away all her resources to my brother and she doesn’t realize he is getting the better trade: the city, settlement, etc.

@HeadphoneJacked

2 жыл бұрын

someone playing the game poorly doesn't make the game itself poor.

@dew8368

2 жыл бұрын

You playing with dumb people that's all.

Amazing video!! Excited to see what you accomplish!

I need more content from you delighted! Almost done watching everything 2 times 😂

Is this your last video? You need to upload again!

Nice to put a face to one of the best players I've faced, shazzy. Great vlog, showing what's so great about irl tournaments. Better luck next time

@DyLightedCatan

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, Shazzy is a tournament crusher!

This was really good. Fantastic editing. Keep it up!

That brooklen game lab. I remember being going to the other building for D&D because that building was being used for a Catan Torumement.

Come back bro❤️

Curious why you thought pointing to the desert was a waste? Ultimately the 5-11 spot with 6 total points of production and more ore is a pretty nice spot? Also gives you a little wood which you lack. I would have done the same. Too big of risk with red's strong road building to lose to that open spot.

DyLighted I loved this video dude. You explained the way tournaments work as the video progressed. I was surprised in the last game you chose to place first in stead of second, and that you made the elaborate deal with orange. I would have taken the strong orange spot you negotiatedk out of, as you cant trust the deal to be binding, however was a good game great video dude

I recently found your channel and have gone through a ton of videos, I need more!! Great content!!

In my experience it seems like I lose much more often because I failed to take longest road when I could have, compared to games when I took longest road and then got gang-robbed. There's a simple reason for this that's often overlooked--by taking longest road you not only get 2 points, you also deny those 2 points to your opponents, which makes it much harder for them to win. Don't beat yourself up though--you played great! Probably much better than I would have if I were playing in this tournament. I also really appreciate the time and effort you put into these videos.