Chris "ShockWav3" Smith - Halo Player
United States
While Shockwav3 struggled for recognition during the Halo: CE era, he found immediate success upon his Halo 2 debut. Having placed no lower than fourth in Halo 2 team play, Shockwav3 quickly became known for his composed leadership and unpredictable play style. As the level-headed leader of Carbon, Shockwav3 keeps his squad focused through his commanding vocal call-outs. Where other teams are prone to discouragement, he keeps intensity at a high and rallies his team to historic comebacks.
While arguably lacking the precision aim of other top players, Shockwav3 sets himself apart through his intelligence and quick decision making. His excellent anticipation often yields the first-shot advantage in battle and keeps opponents guessing. Most notably, Shockwav3's ball carrying ability is top-notch, as he frequently humiliates the opposition with his forceful beat-downs. Shockwav3's ball carrying expertise yields his team crucial time, as he often single-handedly fends off onrushing opponents.
Earnings By Year
| Total Results | Online Results | Offline/LAN Results | |||||||||
| 2010 | $10,000.00 | 1 | 9.14% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $10,000.00 | 1 | 9.14% |
| 2009 | $5,800.00 | 4 | 5.30% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $5,800.00 | 4 | 5.30% |
| 2008 | $13,600.00 | 6 | 12.44% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $13,600.00 | 6 | 12.44% |
| 2007 | $30,137.26 | 7 | 27.56% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $30,137.26 | 7 | 27.56% |
| 2006 | $46,750.00 | 9 | 42.75% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $46,750.00 | 9 | 42.75% |
| 2005 | $3,075.00 | 5 | 2.81% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $3,075.00 | 5 | 2.81% |
Earnings By Age
| Total Results | Online Results | Offline/LAN Results | |||||||||
| 20 Years Old | $15,800.00 | 5 | 14.45% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $15,800.00 | 5 | 14.45% |
| 19 Years Old | $13,600.00 | 6 | 12.44% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $13,600.00 | 6 | 12.44% |
| 18 Years Old | $30,137.26 | 7 | 27.56% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $30,137.26 | 7 | 27.56% |
| 17 Years Old | $46,750.00 | 9 | 42.75% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $46,750.00 | 9 | 42.75% |
| 16 Years Old | $3,075.00 | 5 | 2.81% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $3,075.00 | 5 | 2.81% |
Earnings By Game
| Total Results | Online Results | Offline/LAN Results | |||||||||
| Halo 2 | $79,962.26 | 21 | 73.12% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $79,962.26 | 21 | 73.12% |
| Halo 3 | $29,400.00 | 11 | 26.88% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $29,400.00 | 11 | 26.88% |
Earnings By Team
| Total Results | Online Results | Offline/LAN Results | |||||||||
| Carbon | $106,287.26 | 27 | 97.19% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $106,287.26 | 27 | 97.19% |
| Str8 Rippin | $1,250.00 | 1 | 1.14% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $1,250.00 | 1 | 1.14% |
| <independent> | $1,825.00 | 4 | 1.67% | | | $0.00 | 0 | 0.00% | | | $1,825.00 | 4 | 1.67% |
Highest Prize Money Won
| 1. | 2006-11-19 | 1st |  » MLG Las Vegas 2006 (Halo 2 4v4) | $25,000.00 | Halo 2 |
| 2. | 2007-10-14 | 2nd | » MLG Las Vegas 2007 (Halo 2 4v4) | $15,000.00 | Halo 2 |
| 3. | 2008-11-23 | 3rd | » MLG Las Vegas 2008 (Halo 3) | $10,000.00 | Halo 3 |
| 4. | 2010-01-10 | 3rd | » MLG Orlando 2009 (Halo 3) | $10,000.00 | Halo 3 |
| 5. | 2006-10-15 | 1st | » MLG New York Playoffs 2006 (Halo 2 4v4) | $7,500.00 | Halo 2 |
| 6. | 2007-07-22 | 1st | » MLG Dallas 2007 (Halo 2 4v4) | $5,000.00 | Halo 2 |
| 7. | 2007-04-15 | 2nd | » MLG Charlotte 2007 (Halo 2 4v4) | $3,000.00 | Halo 2 |
| 8. | 2009-08-30 | 2nd | » MLG Dallas 2009 (Halo 3) | $3,000.00 | Halo 3 |
| 9. | 2007-06-10 | 2nd | » MLG Meadowlands 2007 (Halo 2 4v4) | $3,000.00 | Halo 2 |
| 10. | 2006-02-26 | 2nd | » MLG New York 2005 (Halo 2 4v4) | $3,000.00 | Halo 2 |
Top Placements
Other Statistics
Prize Money Earned Under 18 Years of Age
Before ShockWav3 turned 18 years old, he earned $49,825.00 in cash prizes from 14 tournaments. 45.56% of his total prize money was earned before January 17, 2007.
Largest Prize from a Single Tournament
The most money that ShockWav3 has won from a single tournament was $25,000.00 from MLG Las Vegas 2006 (Halo 2 4v4) on November 19, 2006. His 1st place finish makes up 22.86% of his total prize money won.
$100,000 Milestone
On January 10, 2010, ShockWav3 arrived at the $100,000 milestone, winning $10,000.00 and placing 3rd at MLG Orlando 2009 (Halo 3). Prize money from 32 tournaments got him to that point.