DashFight Presents: A Day in the Life of.... TheMightyUnjust

Daniel 'TheMightyUnjust' Taibot is a Mortal Kombat player who is easily one of the top names in the community. He was great in Mortal Kombat 11, but in Mortal Kombat 1 he has started the game like a house on fire. Two back-to-back wins in ShiraiRyuSundays, a 1st place spot at Tampa Never Sleeps, and a win in the IKFK North America fall 2023 tournament. 

As someone who is on the hot seat quite a bit, being able to learn how he handles his life was a delight. 

So here are the things he said. 

DF: How does the typical day go for you?

TMU:  Go to work and then hop on the game and grind some sets and join tournaments

DF: Do you ever get nervous on the day of a tournament? If so, how do you deal with the nerves?

TMU: Normally no, but recently at ECT (East Coast Throwdown) I was nervous because of the fact that it was a brand new game and I had high expectations for myself.

DF: Do you have any pre-tournament rituals, like a special shirt, or some other thing that helps you prepare for the day ahead?

TMU: No I just show up and play

DF: What’s your routine on the night before a big tournament?

TMU: Get as much rest as possible

DF: Do you have a favourite pre-tournament meal? If so, what is it? And if you don’t have one, what would you imagine you’d want as one?

TMU: I really try and eat only a little before I play. After I am done I'll go and eat something after.

DF: Do you prefer to practice during the day or at night, and what are the benefits of your preferred time slot?

TMU: I prefer to practice at night because most people are off from work, so I'll get the best games.

DF: How do you practice before tournaments, does your practice emphasis change just before an event?

TMU:  If I really need a specific match up I'll hit up someone, but most of the time, I'm playing in tournaments or just playing Kombat League

DF: If you lose in tournament, what is your go-to activity to help you get back up?

TMU:  If I lose in tournament to a certain thing I try and shake it off and just focus on my next match.

DF: What side are you on this debate: Fans should not come up to a player who just lost for a photo or an autograph? Why do you think so?

TMU:  They should for sure respect the player after a loss. I am totally ok with taking pictures with someone, but give me some time to shake off the loss.

DF: What tips would you give anyone on the best way to prepare for a tournament?

TMU: Just like anything in life, as long as you put the time into it you'll be better.