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A more serious suggestion here...I think Justin has it right. Just state up front that any player with 2 losses or fewer in Swiss (X-2) will make the cut. That lets every player know exactly what they need and no tie-breaker would needed.There is a (less than ) 0% chance that you will have more than 16 players will meet this criteria, so one additional play-in round for the lowest-ranked players may be necessary.
Quote from: EmJayBee83 on June 13, 2019, 03:26:47 PMA more serious suggestion here...I think Justin has it right. Just state up front that any player with 2 losses or fewer in Swiss (X-2) will make the cut. That lets every player know exactly what they need and no tie-breaker would needed.There is a (less than ) 0% chance that you will have more than 16 players will meet this criteria, so one additional play-in round for the lowest-ranked players may be necessary. Basically, people already know that you cannot lose more than two to top. Why not just expand top cut to 16 regardless of attendance? Then someone could probably 3 lose or timeout win, depending on the numbers, and still top. There are going to be so many talented players this year playing the game at (arguable) it's competitive pinnacle. I do like Justin's proposition but ironically it favors cookie cutter decks that win in 10 minutes more than a top cut of 16 like Josiah suggested early (let's face we will have over 100 for type 1!).These are all great ideas. I am glad this thread has not diverged into flame wars- besides a few passive aggressive -1's- but rather refining ideas!
Quote from: EmJayBee83 on June 13, 2019, 03:26:47 PMI think Justin has it right. Just state up front that any player with 2 losses or fewer in Swiss (X-2) will make the cut. That lets every player know exactly what they need and no tie-breaker would needed.Basically, people already know that you cannot lose more than two to top.
I think Justin has it right. Just state up front that any player with 2 losses or fewer in Swiss (X-2) will make the cut. That lets every player know exactly what they need and no tie-breaker would needed.
Quote from: TheHobbit on June 14, 2019, 12:20:21 PMQuote from: EmJayBee83 on June 13, 2019, 03:26:47 PMI think Justin has it right. Just state up front that any player with 2 losses or fewer in Swiss (X-2) will make the cut. That lets every player know exactly what they need and no tie-breaker would needed.Basically, people already know that you cannot lose more than two to top.I think you are missing the point. In Justin's list for the past X years there have been a bunch of people with 2 losses (15 points after 7 rounds) that did not make the cut. This is a way to ensure that none of those players get knocked out of the top cut because of tie-breaker junk. Get to 15 you are in.
Can I get the official schedule of events please? I am driving up Friday evening from Nashville and staying over night.
Quote from: LordStryfe on June 26, 2019, 12:31:44 PMCan I get the official schedule of events please? I am driving up Friday evening from Nashville and staying over night.The schedule on the first post is official, and just changed it to say that.Official Schedule:Thursday: T2 - 2 Player (Free!) / Booster Draft 2 Player ($20.00)Friday: T1 - 2 Player (Top Cut X players) (Free!) / T2 - Multi (Free!)Saturday: Teams (Free!) / T1 - Multi (Free!) / Sealed ($15.00)Look forward to finally meeting you!
HEY Gents I SEE almost nothing detailing the special after hours events at Nats. This year. I was under the impression we were taking a break from regular events we currently offer after hours and instead using alternate forms of sealed and booster or an event that focuses on special grouping of cards like just old or just new. Can we get a list of extra events, not just the regular tournament schedule, please?Thanks John M.
I will not be running Garbage Sealed this year. I will have the Cube in tow so I am willing to offer a Cube draft one evening if there is interest.
Quote from: uthminister [BR] on July 17, 2019, 02:46:20 PMI will not be running Garbage Sealed this year. I will have the Cube in tow so I am willing to offer a Cube draft one evening if there is interest.I do love me some Cube drafting! Do you update the Cube with each new expansion that comes out? Are all 16 brigades represented, or have you trimmed some of them for more consistent drafting?
I have updated it including the PoC full release. I have excluded all "Star" cards as I am not interested in introducing that mechanic to the cube at this point. All brigades are represented. I have not made any significant changes to the cube outside of updating it with new cards. Hopefully, it will be an enjoyable experience again this year.
Will games be recorded and released for public later on - or will there even be live streaming?
