Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Dec 12, 2017

Raw ThawtvsScrypt

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Verdict
Winner
90% confidence
Score
21

Raw Thawt secured a decisive victory, with the vast majority of fan comments explicitly calling her the winner, often by a 2-1 or 3-0 margin. Her pen game and strong third round were frequently highlighted, overshadowing Scrypt's solid bars and a few notable slip-ups.

Round-by-Round
Rd 1Raw ThawtRaw Thawt came out strong, with many fans noting her dominant performance in the opener. Scrypt experienced a noticeable slip-up in this round, which impacted her delivery.
Rd 2ScryptScrypt delivered solid bars in this round, earning her the nod from some viewers who felt she edged it, despite some comments suggesting her rounds were too brief overall.
Rd 3Raw ThawtRaw Thawt closed out the battle with a powerful and dramatic third round that resonated strongly with the audience, solidifying her overall win.
Analysis

The 1Outs New Zealand stage lit up as Raw Thawt and Scrypt went head-to-head, delivering a battle that had the crowd buzzing and fans calling for a rematch. Raw Thawt showcased her lyrical prowess early, taking the first round with a commanding performance that set the tone for her dominant showing. Despite a slip-up from Scrypt in the opener, she rallied in the second, proving her pen game was nothing to scoff at, even if some felt her rounds were too concise.

The third round brought the drama, with Raw Thawt delivering a fiery closer that cemented her victory in the eyes of many. Fans were quick to praise Raw Thawt's overall performance and penmanship, solidifying her status as a top-tier female battler in the NZ scene. While Scrypt's solid bars earned her respect, the consensus leaned heavily towards Raw Thawt securing the 2-1 win.

This clash was celebrated as a classic by a segment of the fanbase, highlighting the strength of female talent in battle rap. The energy and back-and-forth left a lasting impression, with many hoping to see these two emcees run it back in the future.

01Scrypt experiences a noticeable slip-up or choke during her first round.
02Raw Thawt delivers a specific 'talented Steven' bar that elicits a strong reaction from the crowd.
03The third round culminates in a dramatic exchange between both battlers.
04A specific 'tatau tatau' line from Raw Thawt at the end of the battle draws mixed reactions from viewers.
What fans loved
  • Raw Thawt's pen game and overall performance garnered significant praise from the audience.
  • Scrypt was acknowledged for delivering solid bars throughout the battle, earning respect from fans.
  • Many viewers celebrated the battle as a strong showcase for female talent in the New Zealand scene.
  • Raw Thawt's third round was highlighted as a particularly strong and impactful showing.
  • The battle was widely considered a 'classic' by a significant portion of the fanbase.
Criticisms
  • Some audience members felt the third round became overly dramatic.
  • Several comments noted that Scrypt's rounds were perceived as too short by some viewers.
  • A portion of the fanbase expressed reservations about Scrypt's perceived attempt to adopt a more masculine persona.
  • Scrypt experienced a noticeable slip-up or choke during her first round.
  • One specific line from Raw Thawt in the third round was considered awkward by some viewers.

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