United States Dec 13, 2014

IllmacvsReal Deal

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Verdict
Winner
90% confidence
Score
21

Illmac delivered a dominant performance, particularly in the later rounds, showcasing exceptional writing and a polished delivery that led most fans to declare a clear 3-0 victory in his favor.

Round-by-Round
Rd 1Real DealReal Deal started strong, landing creative angles and personal attacks that resonated with some viewers, despite a seemingly quiet crowd reaction. He established a unique narrative against Illmac.
Rd 2IllmacIllmac delivered an exceptional second round, with many fans calling it one of his best ever, showcasing intricate writing and polished delivery. Real Deal also had a strong showing, but Illmac's performance was widely seen as superior.
Rd 3IllmacIllmac closed the battle with an absolutely dominant third round, praised by fans as legendary and one of the best closing performances in battle rap history, while Real Deal's energy seemed to wane.
Analysis

Illmac and Real Deal stepped into the FilmOn arena for a clash that had the battle rap community talking. From the jump, Real Deal came out swinging, hitting Illmac with a creative angle in the first round that painted him as a conspiracy theorist, a move that garnered some praise for its originality. However, as the battle progressed, Illmac began to assert his dominance.

The second round saw Illmac elevate his performance, delivering intricate wordplay and a polished flow that had fans calling it one of his best rounds ever. He continued this momentum into the third, where he truly put on a clinic. Illmac's closing round was a masterclass in penmanship and delivery, widely regarded as legendary and a definitive body bag that left no doubt about the outcome.

Despite Real Deal's solid moments, particularly in the first, Illmac's consistency and elite-level writing proved too much to overcome, securing a clear victory in the eyes of most viewers.

01Real Deal's creative angle in the first round, portraying Illmac as a conspiracy theorist, garnered specific praise for its originality.
02Illmac's intricate 'dirty fighter' scheme and clever Iron Solomon wordplay in his second round captivated the audience.
03Illmac's third round was a masterclass in closing, widely hailed as one of the best rounds in battle rap history.
04Lush One intervened to address a disturbance in the crowd, momentarily pausing the battle.
What fans loved
  • Illmac's pen game and intricate writing were consistently praised as top-tier.
  • His second round was widely celebrated as an all-time great performance, showcasing exceptional skill.
  • Illmac's third round was universally lauded as a legendary closer, with many calling it a definitive body bag.
  • Fans appreciated the battle's focus on pure rap and lyrical skill, free from gimmicks.
  • Real Deal's creative angle in the first round, particularly his portrayal of Illmac, received specific positive mentions.
Criticisms
  • The production quality and audio issues throughout the battle were a significant point of contention for viewers.
  • Some fans felt Real Deal focused too much on engaging the crowd rather than directly addressing his opponent.
  • The crowd's reaction was often criticized for being unresponsive or 'under-appreciating' the performances.
  • Several comments suggested Real Deal's energy or material waned noticeably in the third round.
  • A few viewers noted that some of Illmac's material sounded overly rehearsed or recited.

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