I failed with my two applications this year and I wish I will have a very very different result this time.
Some people may have sent PM to darkstar_ to reserve 1 place in the campaign, even when the campaign was closed for new participants.
I think only people like you can disqualify us from some open slot after the announcement. Therefore I will never feel disappointed when I fail to get 1 a slot because 90+% of the opportunity is for member who have quality, are very trusted and have a good reputation.
But Steamtyme has been a little convincing and makes me confident to try to apply when the manager has announced an open place. Darkstar_ is a great manager and is very trusted, therefore I am sure he will make the right choice to choose who is suitable to fill vacancies later.