Interview with Christelle Joy ''Tei'' Celis – Gamer/Model of Pacific Esports

Interview with Christelle Joy ”Tei” Celis – Gamer/Model of Pacific Esports

2275 times Written by: Jai Mendiola on 2012-10-23

Who said that a sexy and hot lady doesn’t fit to be an eSports fanatic? Then to those who keep on saying that, you may have a different point of view after reading this article. It is all about a beautiful young gamer and her career as a model, a gamer and a student. Today, Rapture Gaming Network brings you an exclusive interview with none other than Pacific’s number 1 model, Christelle Joy “Tei” Celis.

Name: Christelle Joy R. Celis Nickname: Tei Age: 17 Date of Birth: January 20, 1995 Country/State: PH Game(s) Played Competitively: DotA Year when gamer started competitive/pro gaming: March 2011 Favorite Gaming Hardware: I actually feel comfortable playing with any type of gaming hardware, but I am very particular with the audio. I get more indulged in the game when the sound effects are good, especially when I hear my chosen DotA hero’s voice! That’s why I see to it that I use my ThermalTake Chao Dracco headphones :))

RGN: Who is Tei outside the gaming community?

Tei: Outside the gaming community, I am just a simple college student. I am currently taking up Mass Communication at the Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Maynila, and gladly I am already at my third year. I tend to stay at home and just spend time with my family and bond with friends.

RGN: How did you learn to play DotA?

Tei: I actually learned by myself, playing with AI. Then I decided to try Garena. I hosted a 5v5 game and typed –apnpom, HAHAHA! Trashtalk rained everywhere, and I cried after that. Then I asked some friends to play with me and that was where it all really began.

RGN: What other games are playing?

Tei: I also play League of Legends, although I am still learning to use other heroes. Sometimes I play DOTA 2. 😀

RGN: What is the first hero that you used in DotA?

Tei: Crystal Maiden

RGN: Who is your favorite hero?

Tei: Crystal Maiden, of course, haha! When I was just a beginner, Rylai was the only hero I used. I think it lasted for about 3 months? If I don’t get to pick her back then, I quit, hahaha. I also love using Ancient Apparition.

 

RGN: How are you balancing your life as a gamer and as a student?

Tei: I tell myself that I should set my priorities first. I make sure that I don’t have school work left behind before I play DotA. I keep in mind that there is a real world outside the gaming scene, and that’s what I should prepare for. But still, the love for eSports is there 🙂

RGN: You have a boyfriend/inspiration?

Tei: Yes, we’ve been together for 3 years now. Hi, Oning Distor.

RGN: Is he a gamer?

Tei: Yes, he is. Actually he was the reason why I got interested in playing DotA.

RGN: Besides playing DotA, what are your other hobbies?

Tei: When I’m not playing DotA, I play with babies, haha. Please don’t get me wrong. It’s just I like playing with our neighbor’s babies and make little kids smile. It feels so precious! I also sing at our karaoke at home with my grandmother :))

RGN: If you have to choose between playing games and modeling, what will you choose and why?

Tei: If I had been given the chance to join the competitive scene, maybe I would choose playing. But some people judged me so easily, saying “Di ka naman magaling, wag ka na mag-DotA mag-model ka nalang!” (You’re not good at playing DotA, you should stop and do modeling instead). They don’t even realize that they hurt my feelings. I really want to play because I love the game, but I was not given the chance because of how I carry myself. So I’d rather choose modeling.

RGN: If you will be given a chance to be a professional model, will you grab it?

Tei: Yes, as long as I have the permission of Pacific eSports! But I’m sure that they would really allow me because they have been really supportive even right from the start. I consider them as my second family