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 #00 John Dresser Without question one of paintball's most important figures for so many years, John Dresser was the walking, talking heartbeat for the industry and the long time driving force behind PBNation.  If John Dresser (one word) doesn't know something, it isn't worth knowing and if he does, you probably don't. Like a mystical paintball God, he not only spread the gospel of paintball but has played with some of the greatest players and teams of all time. John Dresser is a true Legend of the sport and in our eyes will forever be regarded as an Emortal. And as with all of our Emortal Army Legends, we asked John Dresser three simple questions. Image: David Mullis Favourite paintball moment? Easy. World Cup 2015. 10-man. This was beyond special to me. We brought back the team name Farside and I played with the same core of guys I’d played with 15 years before there. I’d lost touch with some of them so it was unbelievable to see them and take the field with them agai...

 #29 Clint Moore. As one of the UK's most successful players, Clint's playing career has been something to envy for many. Throughout his evolution as a player his consistency and ability to deliver, against all odds, at all levels, is legendary and has lead him to play with some of Europe's very best teams, including a stint with Russian powerhouses Art Chaos. Clint is living proof that the desire to compete and to perform never leaves you and neither does work ethic. His current role as Player/Coach with the UK's #1 team, the Lucky 15s, is testament to that and the team will be much tougher, more resilient, smarter, sharper and more capable than ever before because of him. We salute you Clint and your place as an EMortal Legend has been well and truly earned. And as with all of our Emortal Army Legends we asked three very simple questions. Image: Blitzed Media Favourite paintball moment? I have a few moments which stand out, but the highlight must be the first pro win,...

  #69 Chris LaSoya Arguably the G.O.A.T. and someone fully deserving of the Emortal title, Chris 'Glory Boy' LaSoya has divided opinion, single-handedly destroyed teams and still to this day knows how to dominate on the field. His inimitable playing style, flair and ruthless ability to win a game all by himself are just some of the reasons he's idolised across the globe. The PUSH generation will reminisce fondly about his antics with paintball's original rockstar squad, Team Avalanche, and his continued infamy and successes with teams throughout the golden age of tournament paintball.  So all hail Glory Boy. AKA Pony Boy. AKA the G.O.A.T. We salute your past, present and future as one of paintball's most influential badasses. A true EMortal. And as with all our EMortals, we asked them 3 very simple questions. Photo: paintballphotography.com Favourite paintball moment? There are so many great memories I have had in the years I have been doing this, it is hard to narr...

If you build it they will come. After two seasons of perfecting Leadfarmer's Gulag, this Speedmag tournament as we like to call it, has caught the attention of many paintballers. It is a bridge between the two main paintball classes, a 5 vs 5 tournament on a speedball field, speedball rules but with Magfed markers.  Many Magfed players have showed up and put their skill to the test. One player said "It's so intense and fast-paced...I truly have a new-found respect for speedball. This has been the highlight of my season".  The Gulag also saw tournament players try Magfed markers for the first time, it was a big change for them. The limited ammo and the slower firing markers have made it easier for them to move more aggressively on the field, but limited ammo made them rethink their style and focus on accuracy versus firepower.  Leadfarmer's Gulag was hosted by Commando Action Centre in the Canadian capital, Ottawa. The winner team was the Frontline Squad from the F...

#19 Carl Markowski AKA Microwave, AKA H2K... Carl Markowski is yet another player who has been an important asset to the teams he's played for AND for the industry as a whole. His approachability as a human being and his willingness to give up his time to chat is something people should never take for granted. On the field this dude is faaaaast and his ability to transform into a supersonic, weapons-grade human missile is a rare and valuable trait for any player. His speed, aggression and ability to punch a hole through a team in the blink of an eye has helped flip many results over the years. There's also a very exclusive club of players who can match Carl for pace, of which all members can be counted on one hand.  Image: Fava Photo As with all Emortal Legends, we asked him a few simple questions. Favourite paintball moment? I would have to say my favorite paintball moment (which is actually a collection of many moments) has to be when I first started traveling and playing com...