Selected Topics information page
Selected Topics was written by Kevin "Lethal" Rosenblatt and Dave "moto" Geffon of Team 3D. It is designed to teach players how to use social connections to move up the social ranks and join better teams. It also has a wealth of information for existing teams including extensive content regarding teamwork, drills, practice schedules, exercises, and more. The guide also lets the top CS players in the game today voice their thoughts and opinions, and gives the reader insight into how great players think. At 78 pages long, it is the longest and most extensive of the CS Guide series. Below is the table of contents :


Section I - Getting On a Team
  • Ch. 1 - The background of Lethal and Moto
  • Ch. 2 - Making connections within the community
  • * Social networking methods
    * How to use social connections
    * Adjusting for emerging communities with emphasis on CS:Source
  • Ch. 3 - Do's and Don'ts of getting recruited
  • * Things you shouldn't do
    * Things you should do
    * How moveups happen
    * Team selection and criteria
  • Ch. 4 - Selling yourself
Section II - Building a Team and Teamwork
  • Ch. 5 - The fundamentals of a team
  • * Team type outline
    * Practice schedules for teams
    * Basics of planning a successful establishment
  • Ch. 6 - Drills and exercises for teams
  • * Regrouping and defending
    * Extensive Flash Bang lessons
    * Aim map alternatives
Section III - Other Opinions and Analysis
  • Ch. 7 - Social evolution and moving up
  • * Interview and analysis with Jame^s and p0s
  • Ch. 8 - Consistency and improvement
  • * Interview and analysis with Volcano and aZn
  • Ch. 9 - Team building and teamwork
  • * Interview and analysis with Torbull and Patrik Sättermon
  • Ch. 10 - The elite club
Closing
Page count : 78 pages