Cincinnati SuperRegional Tourney: Sat. Dec. 9

[funrun]

General Tourney Info
Date: Saturday, December 9th
When: 9:00AM–6:00PM EST Set-up: 9:00–10:00AM (all are welcome but not required to help)
Registration and Individual Set-up: 10:00–11:00AM
Game Time: 11:00AM sharp–5:00PM
Clean-up: 5:00–6:00PM (all are welcome but not required to help)
Post-Tourney Celebration at Vincent's Sports Bar: 6:00–?Where: Yottaquest Fantasy Gaming Store (http://www.yottaquest.com) (they sell Heroscape!)
Store Phone: 513-923-1985 (call if you are running late, get lost, etc.)
Parking: Ample available behind the building
Address:
7607 Hamilton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45231 (west side of Cincinnati)

http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/YottaQuestMap.gif


RSVP Required: click the RSVP link in the Events Calendar (http://www.heroscapers.com/events) under Cincinnati SuperRegional Tourney (http://www.heroscapers.com/events/view_event.php?id=8&eDate=1165640400). Post here whether you are a maybe or a definite, and if you decide later you can't come, please remove your RSVP and post a notice here.

Total Players as of 12/6/06 11:59AM EST: 28–32 (+3 non-participants.)

List of RSVPed Players
If you click our event from the Calendar page and then from your My RSVPs you will see 2 different lists of people. I know, it's a strange "feature".
funrun
netherspirit (and oogiezone)
yanks114kd
weesel99 + 1–3
MattserTruckRally
wulfebane (and N-P wife)
Rychean
jacob_j_p
Bloodthorn + 3–4 others
Messenger (and N-P child)
Chee
Jotun + 1
dogrobber (and N-P wife) ????
tiberius + 3
CupidsArt + 0-1
Madhatter
massivenewbage + 2
ChaosChild

Running Tally of Extra Players
In addition to the official registration, this section is for me to keep track of posts made here that mentioned other people who may come:
it will be me +2
I'm sure my friends and I are up for it (3-6 of us). <one is MattserTruckRally, so 1 extra for sure and 3 extra maybes>
Better make the count me, 3 more definites and 1 maybe. This just turned into a minivan trip!
here's the current solid number. I will be bringing along only one person with me for the tournament. I don't foresee that number changing.
It will be me + 3 others. Hopefully none of them back out on me.
Okay, Madhatter is confirmed so I'll be bringing him, and maybe 1 more

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Tourney Rules
Set Up
-Each player is responsible for bringing a 500 point army, order markers, dice, and wound markers (you may want to mark your figures.)
-No customs or proxies (custom repaints of official figures are allowed.)
-No sideboarding.
-No house rules.
-A copy of the official FAQ and 2nd edition rules will be available.

Maps
1. Soulrazor Canyon (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?dlid=93) (Official Hasbro map)
2. Forsaken Waters (Official Hasbro map from MS)
3. Arctic Divide (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?dlid=161) I am declaring normal ice and heavy snow. (UPC map)
4. Meat Grinder (modified for tourney play) (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?dlid=185) (KOTDT #100)
-Starting zones will be the standard 24 spaces. If your army does not fit in the starting zone you must chose which figure(s) will not be in play.
-Glyphs: A group of glyphs will be placed glyph side down next to each map. Each player will pick one, then place it glyph side down in their designated spot. After starting zones are chosen, the glyphs will be flipped glyph side up. The pool of glyphs is:

[list:2ca31fb938] +2 Move Glyph (Valda)
+1 Attack Glyph (Astrid)
+1 Defense Glyph (Gerda)
+1 D20 Glyph (Lodin)
+8 initiative (Dagmar)
Heal Glyph (Kelda)
Summon Glyph (Erland)
Gameplay
-Swiss format.
-Each game will last up to 60 minutes.
-When time runs out players will finish the current round. The winner will then be determined by scoring who has the most points left on the board. Example of scoring: 1 Krav Maga left alive would be figured as 100 points for the army card divided by 3 squad figures= 33 points per figure, with decimals rounded.
-Dice towers are acceptable. Any dice that do not lay flush at the end of the roll will result in a re-roll of the dice in question.
-Rychean, netherspirit, and ChaosChild are the designated judges to decide all rules questions.

Prizes
-First place will receive a custom trophy by CupidsArt, in addition to their first choice of available prizes. . .
-Second place will receive a custom Silver Mimring Trophy Dice Box (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=3556&start=65) by funrun, in addition to second pick of available prizes. . .
-Last place receives a custom-designed "Fodder" T-shirt by CupidsArt
-"Dice Dungeon" Deluxe Dice Tower (http://www.vixentorgames.com/dungeon1.html) by VixenTor Games (InfinityMax)
-Compact "Shadow" Dice Tower (http://www.vixentorgames.com/shadow1.htm) by VixenTor Games (InfinityMax)
-Sir Gilbert, Flagbearer of Jandar
-Ornank, Flagbearer of Utgar
-Acolarh, Flagbearer of Ullar
-Laglor, Flagbearer of Vydar
-Hatamoto Taro, Flagbearer of Einar
-(4) Fortress of the Archkyrie castles
-Thaelenk Tundra
-Road to the Forgotten Forest
-Knights
-Swog Rider
-Snipers
-Vipers
-Roman Archers
-Roman Legionnaires
-(3) Wave 5 Soulborgs
-Wave 5 Elves
-Wave 4 Archers
-Wave 4 Gladiatrons
-A $5 entry fee per person will go towards prizes and food.
-Each participant also needs to bring some sort of prize. This means everyone leaves with some prize of their choice, usually something they preferred to have over the prize they brought. The prize can be worth as little or as much as you want and does not have to be Heroscape related. Prize ideas range from unique D20s to CDs to HS expansion packs. Expansion packs with common armies will be opened and separated by army to create extra prizes.

Food & Drinks
-Free donuts, danishes, and donut holes from the neighborhood bakery will be provided in the morning. Come early to help setup or register yourself early and you'll be rewarded with your pick of flavors!
-Yottaquest offers snacks for purchase on-site at below vending machine prices: cold water and soda, candy, gum, and other snacks.
-Yottaquest's owner encourages us to visit local eateries for lunch, which includes: Chinese, 2 family diners with burgers and Cincinnati style chili, a bakery, and more. Fast food is a short drive.
-No alcohol is permitted, but may be consumed afterwards at Vincent's Sports Bar :razz:.[/list:u:2ca31fb938]

[Wulfebane]

Hey, Cinci's only about 45 mins away, so that's a definate for sure...

[weesel99]

I'm sure my friends and I are up for it (3-6 of us). The beginning of the month would be best, but that's not too bad of a drive from Columbus.

[Hendal]

Hey Funrun, I am interested in all tourney's, especially in Ohio, but Alas I will be in Costa Rica, where it is 90 in the shade, I saw Snow for the first time in 14 years, and that is enough for me for a few more years.

I am sure you will get enough people for a tourney. We only had 9 people and it rocked. If you would have won our tourney you would have received cash, a certificate for $ , and a piece of gold, now that is something to write home to the folks about.

[yanks114kd]

Funrun I am interested

[CupidsArt]

You can count me in (that is unless that weekend is like this last one).


Plus with it being this close I can leave whenever I want, :D


Do you know about where you're wanting to have it?

[truth]

Another month it would have to be. The wife is due in December no trips for me.

[LilNewbie]

Another month it would have to be. The wife is due in December no trips for me.

WOAH!! I didn't know your wife was expecting....Congrats!! Truth a daddy?! That's cool!

Newb.

[CupidsArt]

Another month it would have to be. The wife is due in December no trips for me.

WOW......CONGRATIES, I hope picking a name wasn't too hard for you two, that always seems to take about as much time as the pregnancy, :D

[funrun]

Thanks hahn! :roll:

[netherspirit]

Hmmmm. As long as its not December 2nd or 3rd, I would likely be down for this.

[yanks114kd]

Hmmmm. As long as its not December 2nd or 3rd, I would likely be down for this.

One tricky thing the alarm clock

[netherspirit]

Hmmmm. As long as its not December 2nd or 3rd, I would likely be down for this.

One tricky thing the alarm clock

I've been practicing. :D

[yanks114kd]

LMAO :rofl:

[funrun]

nether, should I count on oogiezone too? I am going to start looking for a locale, but if we have a small number (under 10-ish?) I think my apt will suffice.

[jdtenor]

I would be interested maybe in the future. I work in retail got have my x-mas sales

[Jotun]

It would be awesome. I can only do it on the 9th though. Sign me up!

BTW, if you decide to do this, I can hang up a flyer for it at the local gaming shops in Louisville. just say the word.

[funrun]

It seems the 9th is a better day for a few people, so I will start looking for locales for us on that day. If I get this going I will be sure to design a flyer you can print out. Thanks for the offer to help out!

[Hahnarama]

It seems the 9th is a better day for a few people, so I will start looking for locales for us on that day.

locales??? You mean you are not hosting at your Love Shack? :P :hump: :rofl:

[dabluesman]

Dec 9th sounds good to me. It gives me enough time to make the jog over there from VA and still make it back on the 20th to get the kiddos back in school.

-John

[massivenewbage]

Considering I live in Cincinnati I would be definitely interested

[funrun]

There you are massivenewb! Didn't you say you have a bunch of friends in the area who play too? Would you be bringing anyone else I should account for?

[funrun]

Well it is looking like we will at least have 12 people at this event, so I am going to start looking for a location for us! If anyone has any specific location ideas in this city, please PM me.

I have decided we will each bring and play 500 point armies. I have added this detail to the first post.

[Hahnarama]

Next door to a Skyline.

[massivenewbage]

1st off I agree with Hahnarama a skyline is a must. 2nd I can bring at least 3 other people in addition to myself. Possibly 4 if my bff is in town.

[Jotun]

I may have a friend that wants to come. I'll let you know in advance of course.

[netherspirit]

Next door to a Skyline.

Ummm. :puke:

[yanks114kd]

Next door to a Skyline.

Ummm. :puke:

I 2nd that :puke:

[noodles]

I am interested. I'll let you know if I can do this or not.

[noodles]

Where's the maybe registration? You've got 2 No categories.

[funrun]

I just totally rewrote the first post of this thread, so go read it. The gears are now in motion to pull this thing off and there is potential for some cool things at this event. I will post about it when I can confirm them. Also, the 9 registered members is deceiving because I just tallied us at 19-23 people with the extra people mentioned in the posts here!!!!

noodles, I meant for that affirmative category to include maybes, Cinci in Dec is either a possibility or it isn't. The real tourney registration thread will be where you make the definitive decision and confirm it.

[funrun]

Hi Chee, where are you from? Are you a friend that someone else here has already mentioned or should I add you to my count?

All please read the massive first post rewrite I did last night and let me know if you like the tourney rules so far.

[netherspirit]

nether, should I count on oogiezone too? I am going to start looking for a locale, but if we have a small number (under 10-ish?) I think my apt will suffice.

Must have missed this post. Yes Oogiezone would likely be coming.

[yanks114kd]

Wow there is going to be alot of people. Might need a big place.

[CupidsArt]

:D, this is shaping up nice, :D

[funrun]

21-25 people now!

Does anyone know who Chee is?

[netherspirit]

You should get in touch with IMax about getting some Dice Towers as prizes :D

http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=3735&highlight=vixentor

[funrun]

Sweet! Thanks for the info nether.

[InfinityMax]

Yep, I'm in. I mean, I'm not going to Cincinnati, but I'll be sending funrun a dice tower to give away at the prize table. If you guys can get 30 people, I'll send two.

[Messenger]

Registered to go & bringing daughter (she's not participating in tourney).

500 point armies? hmmm, gotta get planning...

[funrun]

Thanks Imax, you're the Man!

[Chee]

Does anyone know who Chee is?

Just a player, looking for a game.

Been a lurker on this site for a while now. Never had anything worth posting, but read up on things daily.

Seeing as I can never get my wife or any of my friends to play, a local event sounds like a very cool idea!

Dan

[CupidsArt]

Does anyone know who Chee is?

Just a player, looking for a game.

Been a lurker on this site for a while now. Never had anything worth posting, but read up on things daily.

Seeing as I can never get my wife or any of my friends to play, a local event sounds like a never cool idea!

Dan



Welcome, I hope you can make it Chee, :D



Fun, Do you mind if I make a 1st place trophy? I have a great idea that I'd love to do, :D

[funrun]

CA by all means please make a trophy! I am going to get a Dice Dungeon Deluxe Dice Tower from imax. That is added to the prize list now, in addition to some other changes coming later today. Keep checking the first post for updates.

[Rÿchean]

wow! this tourney is shaping up nicely! Go funrun!

[yanks114kd]

Does anyone know who Chee is?

Just a player, looking for a game.

Been a lurker on this site for a while now. Never had anything worth posting, but read up on things daily.

Seeing as I can never get my wife or any of my friends to play, a local event sounds like a very cool idea!

Dan

Chee where you from?

[Chee]

Chee where you from?

Cincinnati!

I live in Milford.

:)

Has it been determined where this event will be held??

[Chee]

3. Arctic Divide (http://www.heroscapers.com/download/index.php?dlid=161) (UPC map)

...

Heal Glyph (Kelda)


Is the snow deep and the ice slippery in the Arctic Divide?

I thought Kelda always had to be placed power side up?

Dan

[funrun]

I am from the Milford area too!

Kelda will be placed power side up after it is chosen randomly from the pile (of face down glyphs).

I am declaring normal ice and heavy snow.

[Hendal]

Hey Funrun,

already more then I had in Canton, I am jelous. Oh well maybe next year..

Hendal

[MattserTruckRally]

I'll be coming along with weesel and jp. Looking forward to a great fun time. :)

Also I just wanted to warn people that weesel is on the rise. He went 0-3 the first time and last tourney he went 1-2. So it seems like he may be actually improving. :P

[funrun]

HEH! Are you really wanting to come Ohio another month?


I have added two new awesome prizes for us in the first post:
-Sir Gilbert, Flagbearer of Jandar
-Ornank, Flagbearer of Utgar

[Jotun]

This sounds like it's coming together nicely. I'm excited. It'll be my first tourney.

[funrun]

Also just added to the prize list:

-Fortress of the Archkyrie castle
-some wave 6 (if available by then)

[massivenewbage]

I gotta get me some of those prizes!

I'm going to try and verify our location for the tournament tomorrow. I just have to convince the management of a game shop. I'm a salesman in real life so this could get interesting, keep your fingers crossed.

[zombie prime]

i would love to come to this but i have to check on my work schedule first

(stupid Cingular and their constant schedule changes)

[dogrobber]

I'll go down as a 'maybe' - it's a four hour drive each way, and would be my first tourney, but I think it would be worth it for the experience, and to meet some other HS players.

The weather will definitely play a factor in my decision.

[Jotun]

What about Skyline? Will there be Skyline available??

I understand the Skyline addiction, but luckily it turns out to be sort of like smoking cigars. If you have too much, you'll never want it again. I used to love Skyline and then I started working next to one. After a couple months of eating now and then I came to hate it. Not sure why.

[funrun]

I'll go down as a 'maybe' - it's a four hour drive each way, and would be my first tourney, but I think it would be worth it for the experience, and to meet some other HS players.

The weather will definitely play a factor in my decision.With the number of interested people and the prize table that's starting to form, this is looking to be a tourney worth a long drive. The best part is that when everyone brings a prize everyone leaves with a prize, and usually it's some booster pack you had been wanting but couldn't find. I hope with the weather part you weren't expecting snow on Dec. 9?! Please register yourself in the count above, it doesn't mean that you are committed. There will be a separate thread to officially register once I get the location/ date details set.


Last night I saw my extra Mimrings and huge bottle of silver metallic paint and thought "I'll make a second place trophy!" Mimring now looks awesome completely covered in shiny silver, but I am undecided if I should add any colored details, and what kind of base to mount him on. . . pics to come when I am done.

[Hahnarama]

What about Skyline? Will there be Skyline available??

[Bloodthorn]

You can put me down for a maybe...might have 2-3 people with me too! I will post back when i can confirm.

[Tiberius]

It turns out I do have that weekend free, now I just have to convince my wife to let me go. I am a maybe as well. I will confirm (or unconfirm) as soon as I can.

[funrun]

Total as of 11/4/06 9:50PM EST: 21–28 players! (plus one non-participant.)

[CupidsArt]

Total as of 11/4/06 9:50PM EST: 21–28 players! (plus one non-participant.)

I only have one thing to say about this....


BOW CHIKA BOW WOW

[yanks114kd]

Total as of 11/4/06 9:50PM EST: 21–28 players! (plus one non-participant.)

I only have one thing to say about this....


BOW CHIKA BOW WOW


UMMMMMM......

[funrun]

I just finished making the second place "Silver Mimring Trophy Dice Box." Images and full descriptions are now in my gallery here (http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/thumbnails.php?album=283). I have discovered this thing functions 3 different ways:

-Second place trophy
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_box_closed.jpg

-Storage box for all the accessories one person needs to go to a tourney.
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_box_open.jpg

-Quiet and compact dice rolling area.
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/normal_box_diceRoller.jpg

I am quite pleased with myself as I have never made something like this before. I painted Mimring, cut off his feet anchors, bought a plain wooden box, distressed it, painted it several times, cut felt to match the sidewalls, then glued it all together. Actually I like it enough that I may just have to come in second place just to keep my box :razz:!

[Tiberius]

Wow, that looks great Funrun. I really want to come to this tournament.

[Tiberius]

Okay, I talked it over with my wife and I am in, a definate.

[Tiberius]

Funrun, is there an actual location for this event yet? Like an address?

[funrun]

My total players tally was getting a bit haphazard from the additional PMs and posts about who is bringing who. I sat down and reorganized and thought it all through and arrived at this current tally

Total as of 11/5/06 10:50AM EST: 23–32 players! (plus one non-participant.)

massivenewbage sounded like he had a great lead on a location, so I am waiting to hear from him.

[CupidsArt]

Total as of 11/4/06 9:50PM EST: 21–28 players! (plus one non-participant.)

I only have one thing to say about this....


BOW CHIKA BOW WOW


UMMMMMM......


Don't worry, I say that in every situation, even if it doesn't apply. Same goes for the term "That's Hot"! :D

[yanks114kd]

Total as of 11/4/06 9:50PM EST: 21–28 players! (plus one non-participant.)

I only have one thing to say about this....


BOW CHIKA BOW WOW


UMMMMMM......


Don't worry, I say that in every situation, even if it doesn't apply. Same goes for the term "That's Hot"! :D

UMMMMMMMMMM......... ok PARIS :rofl:

[massivenewbage]

I hope I fail my way into second place now!

[funrun]

Since we lost event registration here, please RSVP for this event in the Events calendar (http://www.heroscapers.com/events/index.php?selectedDate=1164949200) (in main nav area at top of page) under "Cincinnati Regional Tourney." If you decide later you can't come, please remove your RSVP.

I expect to see 16 names back up there!

[Jotun]

I went to the Events page and clicked on the tourney, but I don't see where I RSVP.

EDIT: Nevermind. I didn't realize I had to log in to the calendar.

[netherspirit]

I went to the Events page and clicked on the tourney, but I don't see where I RSVP.

You have to create an account on that page first.

[Tiberius]

Okay, I registered. My computer illiteracy was shining through as I struggled with that calendar log in and then how to RSVP thing.

A note to you Funrun, I have a friend who does not go to this message board that I might be bringing, to add to your count. He is not 100% sure if he can come yet but is really trying to get it free.

[funrun]

I agree that the new Events page is not easily usable. truth and I will be working on improving that, hopefully in the very near future.

[yanks114kd]

Funrun do you still need my sets?

[yanks114kd]

ok I think I just RSVP.

[funrun]

yanks, I most certainly plan on using your sets, and probably only your sets so as not to mix up tiles.

BTW You are not in the RSVP list. You need to register a new account then click RSVP. Your name will appear at the bottom of the event details pop up window then and in your "My Events" box.

[yanks114kd]

I did all that I knew I messed something up.

[Messenger]

Okay, I registered. My computer illiteracy was shining through as I struggled with that calendar log in and then how to RSVP thing.

You and me both. Okay, I got it now. I was trying to just click on the event, not realizing I had to register. Thanks Nether. :thumbsup:

[Hendal]

Hey Funrun,

Looks like you will host the biggest Ohio tourney yet. I just might send a piece of gold for the winner, since all the previous Ohio Tourneys have had gold go to the winner.

Sorry I will be in sunny costa rica at the time.

Have a blast, Hendal

[Rÿchean]

I will be there; I'm all registered and looking forward to it... 8)

[Wulfebane]

I registered as well :) I'll be bringing my wife along too.

[CupidsArt]

I will be there; I'm all registered and looking forward to it... 8)

REALLY!?!?!? That would be awesome, :D

[funrun]

I will be there; I'm all registered and looking forward to it... 8)Now we officially have a super-regional tourney! I'd like you all to meet that boy"friend" I said that I was bringing :razz:


Also, major huge awesome kudos to massivenewbage for securing us a location!!!! Details coming soon!

[Hahnarama]

a shocker.......... :P

[Grungebob]

Hahn-it!! Wish I could go!!

[Hahnarama]

ROFL!!

[funrun]

First post updated with location info!!

[Rÿchean]

Now we officially have a super-regional tourney! I'd like you all to meet that boy"friend" I said that I was bringing :razz:
boy???? :shock: :-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D ;-)
First post updated with location info!! I'm glad you got the location secured; looks like a great place.

[CupidsArt]

First post updated with location info!!

SWEET, the Columbus guys as well as myself can just take 71 down and Hit Ronald Reagan, and the whole trip will involve like 3 road changes, :D

[funrun]

I now have the events calendar page copied with the same info from the first post here. (Makes our event more searchable for more people :))

massivenewbage, I've not seen you name in any RSVP lists. I assume if you secured us a location then you are coming to the event. Sign up man!

(It has occured to me we may not be able to have food at this place. . . keep your fingers crossed till we can find out for sure.)

[Tiberius]

Most gaming stores I have been in dont mind you ordering in pizza as long as you clean up after yourself but, yeah, I dont know about these people. Looks like a great place, its location shaves about a half hour off my trip from what I was expecting. That makes me really happy. Now it is only a 4 and a half hour trip.

[CupidsArt]

Plus there is a Skyline Chilli like 1 mile away on Colraine Avenue, ;)


Most gaming stores I have been in dont mind you ordering in pizza as long as you clean up after yourself but, yeah, I dont know about these people. Looks like a great place, its location shaves about a half hour off my trip from what I was expecting. That makes me really happy. Now it is only a 4 and a half hour trip.

Dude, you are so awesome, :D

[Grungebob]

Now we officially have a super-regional tourney! I'd like you all to meet that boy"friend" I said that I was bringing :razz:
boy???? :shock: :-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D ;-)
First post updated with location info!! I'm glad you got the location secured; looks like a great place.I'd give my left Hahn to know just what it is that is motivating Rychean to travel so far for a game of Heroscape when we have a town full of 'scapers here... :ponder:

[CupidsArt]

Now we officially have a super-regional tourney! I'd like you all to meet that boy"friend" I said that I was bringing :razz:
boy???? :shock: :-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D ;-)
First post updated with location info!! I'm glad you got the location secured; looks like a great place.I'd give my left Hahn to know just what it is that is motivating Rychean to travel so far for a game of Heroscape when we have a town full of 'scapers here... :ponder:

Haven't you ever seen Fun in real life? :D

[Grungebob]

Now we officially have a super-regional tourney! I'd like you all to meet that boy"friend" I said that I was bringing :razz:
boy???? :shock: :-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D ;-)
First post updated with location info!! I'm glad you got the location secured; looks like a great place.I'd give my left Hahn to know just what it is that is motivating Rychean to travel so far for a game of Heroscape when we have a town full of 'scapers here... :ponder:

Haven't you ever seen Fun in real life? :DHell yah!! I say we bring her down here!!

[Rÿchean]

Now we officially have a super-regional tourney! I'd like you all to meet that boy"friend" I said that I was bringing :razz:
boy???? :shock: :-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D ;-)
First post updated with location info!! I'm glad you got the location secured; looks like a great place.I'd give my left Hahn to know just what it is that is motivating Rychean to travel so far for a game of Heroscape when we have a town full of 'scapers here... :ponder:

Haven't you ever seen Fun in real life? :DHell yah!! I say we bring her down here!!
Yeah I am working on that !

[Hahnarama]

I'd give my left Hahn to know just what it is that is motivating Rychean to travel so far for a game of Heroscape when we have a town full of 'scapers here... :ponder:

GB, you've been married just as long as I have. You DO NOT have legal ownership of your Hahns. They are the property of one Mrs GB.

[truth]

Now we officially have a super-regional tourney! I'd like you all to meet that boy"friend" I said that I was bringing :razz:
boy???? :shock: :-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D ;-)
First post updated with location info!! I'm glad you got the location secured; looks like a great place.I'd give my left Hahn to know just what it is that is motivating Rychean to travel so far for a game of Heroscape when we have a town full of 'scapers here... :ponder:

Haven't you ever seen Fun in real life? :DHell yah!! I say we bring her down here!!

Listen buddy! You've got plenty of scapers down their already. How about you leave a couple of them in Ohio.

[CupidsArt]

Now we officially have a super-regional tourney! I'd like you all to meet that boy"friend" I said that I was bringing :razz:
boy???? :shock: :-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D:-D ;-)
First post updated with location info!! I'm glad you got the location secured; looks like a great place.I'd give my left Hahn to know just what it is that is motivating Rychean to travel so far for a game of Heroscape when we have a town full of 'scapers here... :ponder:

Haven't you ever seen Fun in real life? :DHell yah!! I say we bring her down here!!

Listen buddy! You've got plenty of scapers down their already. How about you leave a couple of them in Ohio.

Hey we've got you, that counts for at least 10 scapers right there, add in Indy and Penn and we're right up there with them on HS members, :D

[yanks114kd]

Funrun with this many people I don't think I have enough MS unless some people sit out some rounds.

[Rÿchean]

yanks....you have 14 Masters....I believe funrun has 3 ...that is 17....that would support 34 players....

[funrun]

massivenewbage also has 3-4 MS, so I am sure we will be ok. As the day gets closer and details get worked out I will tally out exactly how many of what sets I need which people to bring.

[CupidsArt]

After we get an solid count of folks coming I could bring a few sets if you need, :)

[Hahnarama]

Hey what about the important things......are you providing some Hahn-in Skyline or not?

[CupidsArt]

Hey what about the important things......are you providing some Hahn-in Skyline or not?


Look eleven posts back in this thread, :D

[funrun]

Shut up Hahn, you're not even coming! :razz: Although we will be having several out of town people coming in, and Skyline is the cool local delicacy that everyone must try at least once, or else their trip to Cincinnati is not complete, or if not for that, than just so that these people can understand the reason why every comedian who speaks of Cincinnati must always make a Skyline Chili joke. So perhaps for the benefit of those people, I should order a party pack of those hot dog chilli covered things that I ate once and thought was the most pathetic excuse for a hot dog meal ever.

Any takers for the party pack?

3-Way (http://www.skylinechili.com/signature.php) anyone?

:quarter:
Oh there I go with the infamous and overused Skyline jokes!

[CupidsArt]

Shut up Hahn, you're not even coming! :razz: Although we will be having several out of town people coming in, and Skyline is the cool local delicacy that everyone must try at least once, or else their trip to Cincinnati is not complete, or if not for that, than just so that these people can understand the reason why every comedian who speaks of Cincinnati must always make a Skyline Chili joke. So perhaps for the benefit of those people, I should order a party pack of those hot dog chilli covered things that I ate once and thought was the most pathetic excuse for a hot dog meal ever.

Any takers for the party pack?

3-Way (http://www.skylinechili.com/signature.php) anyone?

:quarter:
Oh there I go with the infamous and overused Skyline jokes!

I think from this point on the rest of this thread should be moved to another site, ;)

[yanks114kd]

well i guess we do have enough sets with everyone bringing some. As for Skyline I have one like 15 sec. from my Apt. and I ate there a 1/2 time, I couldn't even finish my food :puke: I do know that there is a Jersey Mike's in the area YUM.

[funrun]

well i guess we do have enough sets with everyone bringing some. As for Skyline I have one like 15 sec. from my Apt. and I ate there a 1/2 time, I couldn't even finish my food :puke: I do know that there is a Jersey Mike's in the area YUM.Sounds like a story I have heard many times!

I say YUM for Jersey Mike's too, I am definitely checking into their prices on party platters! (assuming food is allowed)

[truth]

In High School my spanish teacher would give out extra-credit if you stole something from a Skyline Chili and brought it back to him. Basically he'd give you extra credit if you stole something from anywhere he liked to eat and brought it back to him. He said it was the Latino way. :) He said if they didn't want you to take it they should leave it lying around. His office was filled with silverwear, napkin dispencers, cardboard standees, etc.

[CupidsArt]

In High School my spanish teacher would give out extra-credit if you stole something from a Skyline Chili and brought it back to him. Basically he'd give you extra credit if you stole something from anywhere he liked to eat and brought it back to him. He said it was the Latino way. :) He said if they didn't want you to take it they should leave it lying around. His office was filled with silverwear, napkin dispencers, cardboard standees, etc.

We had a similar teacher but his extra credit was WW2 stuff. If you gave him something from WW2 along with a 1 page description as to it's importance to the War you got 10 points added to your final grade at the end of the year.



It's the only reason I passed his class (with a 98, 40 points being from several bullets and a few medals), :D

[Hendal]

A huge turn-out, Rychean is showing up, I am missing the best Ohio tourneyment yet. Only thing they are missing is gold for the winner.

I think Ry just wants to come whoop some Ohio ***.

[Rÿchean]

I am just glad i can make it....

I am also glad funrun is allowing me to participate :-D

I am sure I will lose the same in Ohio as I do in Texas ;-)

[funrun]

I am just glad i can make it....

I am also glad funrun is allowing me to participate :-D

I am sure I will lose the same in Ohio as I do in Texas ;-)Psh, participate if I let you, damn straight! Anyway, you will probably lose more often in Ohio because you might have to play against me. Good thing you stole my 4th Mass army idea :o

[Tiberius]

Not to worry Rychean, I think I took dead last in Hendal's last tournament so I wouldnt be too worried about losing. After all, my luck will make sure that isnt really possible. By the way, the 3-way chili does look pretty good.

[CupidsArt]

I'm not making any plans on Winning or Losing until I'm certain what kind of army I'm bringing.

And since I'm not deciding what army to bring until I'm certain I can or can't get my hands on some wave 6.

[funrun]

I'm going to pick up our main tourney prizes on hold at my TRU on lunch today! :D I'm getting at least 2 castles and 2 free flagbearers, of which the store has 4 different ones on hold, of which I assume one will be Jandar and one Utgar (which is already part of our prize table.) I will pick up whichever two we do not already have, and if per chance 3 of these 4 we do not already have, I will get those 3.

I am planning on getting one or two other HS items, so would you rather have another castle/ duplicate FG, or should I get Tundra, wave 5, or something else? Let me know within the next 90 minutes!

If they have more Einar, Vydar, Ullar FB or something else you need, does anyone want me to pick something up for them to pay me back later?

[CupidsArt]

I'm going to pick up our main tourney prizes on hold at my TRU on lunch today! :D I'm getting at least 2 castles and 2 free flagbearers, of which the store has 4 different ones on hold, of which I assume one will be Jandar and one Utgar (which is already part of our prize table.) I will pick up whichever two we do not already have, and if per chance 3 of these 4 we do not already have, I will get those 3.

I am planning on getting one or two other HS items, so would you rather have another castle/ duplicate FG, or should I get Tundra, wave 5, or something else? Let me know within the next 90 minutes!

If they have more Einar, Vydar, Ullar FB or something else you need, does anyone want me to pick something up for them to pay me back later?

If you could find an extra Einar I would glady pay you back.

[Tiberius]

tundra would make for a great prize I would say. But that is just my two cents. Get whatever is available, I am sure people will be happy with whatever they win. The best prizes on the table right now are those trophies and the dice tower.

[funrun]

I updated the first post of this thread with new info:
Food and drink is permitted, alcohol is not. Ample parking is available for free behind the building.


I've got the two above requests for HS marked on my list.

[funrun]

SCORE! This store had lots of all 5 Flagbearers. We now will have at least 1 of every Flagbearer on our prize table!

Added to prize list:
-3 castles
-Einar FB
-Ullar FB
-Vydar FB

CA, I got your Einar FG, see PM. Hahn, I got you one too if you want it, see PM. No tundra though Tib.

[Tiberius]

That is okay, I will bring something for the prize table too, we shall see what my local stores have. Maybe a VW.

[Rÿchean]

I think I can snag a snow set here in Dallas....I will bring it for the table if i do.

[Kakashi]

im a maybe...

[funrun]

Awesome! Way to represent Detroit man! Perhaps if there is a prize left over it will go to person who drives (not flies ;)) the farthest to get here.

[yanks114kd]

Funrun what time are you going to need me there? I only got to drive like 1 hr. so that is not too bad.

[funrun]

We can't be there earlier than 10AM, so I changed the info in the first post and event cal to say setup begins at 10AM (all who want to help are welcome to arrive then,) the tourney itself will start at 11AM.

[Bloodthorn]

Im a definite, and I got 2 people for sure who will participate. Plus 1 more who is still deciding on if he will play or not. Any suggestions for prizes? Seems like we got alot of HS stuff covered.....

[Tiberius]

Gift certificates would be a nice prize if you dont want to buy something specific. DVD's or video games or music CDs are a big hit when I give prizes at youth group.

[funrun]

There is plenty of Heroscape not covered on the prize table, plus we can always use duplicates of things already there. Bring an old booster or a terrain pack, there is always someone who needs it. But any non-HS prize is welcome too.

[InfinityMax]

Speaking of prizes, there will be a Dice Dungeon and a compact shadow tower on the table as well. This tournament is getting huge, so I think it ought to have two dice towers.

[CupidsArt]

Speaking of prizes, there will be a Dice Dungeon and a compact shadow tower on the table as well. This tournament is getting huge, so I think it ought to have two dice towers.

You are wicked cool.


PS, let me know if you're too busy I am planning on placing an order for a custom tower next week, :D

[funrun]

Speaking of prizes, there will be a Dice Dungeon and a compact shadow tower on the table as well. This tournament is getting huge, so I think it ought to have two dice towers.imax is awesome!!!

[InfinityMax]

PS, let me know if you're too busy I am planning on placing an order for a custom tower next week, :D

Not busy at all. I just finished one for Joah that's hitting the mail today, so bring it on.

And just to get all big-headed and boast a little, Joah's tower flat-out kicks arse. Pictures will be on the VixenTor site once Joah gets his tower.

[Jotun]

I've never been to a HS tourney or gaming tournament of any kind. How are the prizes distributed? Obviously the winners get prizes, but are the rest just raffled away?

[CupidsArt]

I've never been to a HS tourney or gaming tournament of any kind. How are the prizes distributed? Obviously the winners get prizes, but are the rest just raffled away?

Well there are a few choices, the 1st being a raffle where names would be drawn from a hat, the 2nd being a D20 anyone who hasn't gotten a prize yet rolls and the highest # gets to pick next.

[InfinityMax]

In Dallas we always have a final ranking for each person; you just start with #1 and work your way to the last guy, then work you way back up the ladder backwards. The first guy gets the best prize; the last guy probably gets two prizes, but all the really good stuff will probably be gone.

[Rÿchean]

I will have tournament software on my laptop that will allow us to stack rank, if we want to do as IMax suggests.

[CupidsArt]

I will have tournament software on my laptop that will allow us to stack rank, if we want to do as IMax suggests.

That would be great.


Where did the software come from? Is it a generic system or something someone round here coded up.

[Rÿchean]

....i have no idea really..

GB and I loaded the software up on my machine to run the Gencon tourneys.

[dabluesman]

Dec 9th sounds good to me. It gives me enough time to make the jog over there from VA and still make it back on the 20th to get the kiddos back in school.

-John

By the way, I have no idea what I was thinking on the dates there, but I meant the 11th, not the 20th. Anyway, I'll try to register when I get a chance a little later.

-John

[dabluesman]

Nevermind, my wife just reminded me that I have my company's Christmas party on Dec 9th, and since the tourney is a little over a 9 hr drive for me, it looks like I'm out. I'm looking forward to reading about the results of it, though!

-John

[Tiberius]

Sorry to hear that John, it would have been pretty cool to have people from as many states as possible. My christmas party is the weekend after that, and it is always on a Friday. Have fun there.

[funrun]

Aw man, you would have won the prize for farthest distance driven! Hopefully you can make another tourney somewhere near you soon.

[ChaosChild]

Count me in.

[noodles]

I really want to come but I have to be in Charlotte Sunday the 10th at 1pm for the Panthers/Giants game. It's just impossible for me on that weekend but I will come to the next one.

[funrun]

Count me in.Awesome! I got you in the count, now
Total Players as of 11/18/06 7:07PM EST: 25–32 (plus one non-participant.)

[Jotun]

How many people can this shop hold?

[massivenewbage]

Hey everyone I have an update on the tournament.

I went to Yottaquest today and spoke with Matt the owner. First Matt is a super super nice guy and we really couldn't ask for a better host. For all the Cincy local scapers I suggest that we all visit Yottaquest a whole lot more. Now to the update.

1. The place can defnitely accomodate 30 people. In fact they had a 30 person tourney 2 weeks ago. They have about 8 game tables set up in the main store area all the time and they have a sizable room attached to the back of the store that could accomodate another 6-10 tables.

2. The store is pretty cool, you will probably find some non HS stuff to buy. However, unlike the SWOGG tourney our space isn't limitless, so don't block out the payin customers.

3. We can start setting up at 10am possibly earlier.

4. Fairplay rules will be enforced in the store. Have fun, play loud if you want, but no swearing. Keep it clean and shake hands after the games. Cussin will get you kicked out, its a family store.

5. If you want to bring in some special treats its ok. But pop, water, and chips are all for sale at the store, and since we aren't being charged a rental fee it would be courteous to buy those things from Yottaquest. Its all reasonably priced.

6. We can order out for food if we want. The owner encourages us to visit the local shops for lunch and dinners. There is a bakery next door and burgers, chilli, pizza, chinese and assorted other restaraunts all within walking distance.

7. Lots of parking behind the building, and by the looks of traffic its better to park there than on the street anyways.

8. Yotta quest is totally wanting to advertise, so we may get a couple walk ins wanting to play. Bring some extra figures maybe we can get a new addict....I mean player. :wink:

9. We are all Yottaquests guests at their store. I think it would be cool if we painted a figure and maybe put it on a plaque commemorating the tournament and gave it to the store. Maybe some of you creative types can think of something.

Thats about it. Its going to be loads of fun :!:

[Tiberius]

Sounds like a great place Massivenewbage. By the way Funrun, my friend that might be coming has turned into a definately coming.

[funrun]

Sounds like a great place Massivenewbage. By the way Funrun, my friend that might be coming has turned into a definately coming.Got him marked!

Thanks for all that info massivenewb. I hope to visit the store and talk to the owner about more things today or tomorrow.

[funrun]

Per the time constraints of our location, I have ammended the tourney info as follows:

Gameplay: Swiss format to be controlled by special software

When: 9:00AM–6:00PM EST Set-up: 9:00–10:00AM (all are welcome but not required to help)
Registration and Individual Set-up: 10:00–11:00AM
Game Time: 11:00AM sharp–5:00PM
Clean-up: 5:00–6:00PM (all are welcome but not required to help)
Post Tourney Celebration at Vincent's Sports Bar: 6:00–?

I am going to Yottaquest tonight to survey the space and meet the owner. I should have more details soon.

[funrun]

I just got back from Yottaquest and it is an awesome tourney locale! The store is really all about hosting tournaments more than it is a store that sells things. The owner is a great guy who knows how to run tournaments from experience (they host about 5 per week.) He will have himself plus 2 people on staff to help run our tournament.

For food, we are set. I believe he said his cold soda cans are 75 cents, bottled water is 50 cents, candy bars are 50 cents. The store itself is in a cute little downtown area with Chinese, a bakery, hamburgers, and Cincinnati style chili in walking distance. It is fine for individuals to bring food in from other places, but he really preferred I didn't bring in food for everyone. With the variety available in the area I think it is best everyone is on their own for lunch whenever they aren't scheduled to play. Also, a 60 second walk away is a great little neighborhood sports bar (Vincent's) with pool tables and I think foosball. I have been there once before, so we may be having a little post-tournament celebration there. :)

The store itself sells fantasy games and strategy games, no anime or comics, so Heroscape is really in the right environment there. He doesn't sell much Heroscape because Hasbro doesn't make it very profitable for game shops to sell, but I did note a Tundra pack sitting on the shelf.

I am still actively working on a few other things for food, prizes, and giveaways :razz:

[dabluesman]

Aw man, you would have won the prize for farthest distance driven! Hopefully you can make another tourney somewhere near you soon.

Yes, I'd like to start going to tournaments. I've pretty much either been in school or studying for tech certifications for the past decade, and just this year I finally hung up my cap and gown and called it quits after my 12th cert and my master's. I actually have free time on my hands now, and it is quite amazing what having a life is like. So, if I notice a tourney and I'm available, I'm going to do my best to make it. I was actually really looking forward to this one, since it would have been my first real tournament, but hopefully there will be some other big ones that pop up. Hey, maybe yours will turn into an annual one and we can all meet up again next year...

-John

[truth]

I'm so bummed I can't make it to this. :(

[CupidsArt]

I'm so bummed I can't make it to this. :(

Hey no worries, you will be there in heart and besides nobody will remember to take pictures, so you won't know what you are missing, :D




I just remembered my Co. Christmas Party is on this day (I'm still going, but I'll have to leave early).

[jcb231]

What does "no sideboarding" mean?

[CupidsArt]

What does "no sideboarding" mean?

This means that an "option" army won't be allowed.

Where you make a 400-500 point army and have 150 points worth of figures that you could move in or out of your main army as you meet different opponents (kind of like a side deck in TCGs/CCGs)

[Jotun]

Can someone clear something up? When this says 500 point army, are we going to be drafting back and forth or do we just say, "This is my army."?

[funrun]

"This is my 500 pt army." You will be registering your army at the start so that you can't change it later in the tourney.

[massivenewbage]

nobody will remember to take pictures, so you won't know what you are missing,

Good idea, I'll make sure to bring the camera.

[ChaosChild]

Can someone clear something up? When this says 500 point army, are we going to be drafting back and forth or do we just say, "This is my army."?

"This is my 500 pt army." You will be registering your army at the start so that you can't change it later in the tourney.

You can also introduce them seperately if you like.

Opponent. Spartacus.
Spartacus. Opponent. *shakes hand*

Opponent. Taelord.
Taelord. Opponent. *shakes hand*

Opponent. Dund.
Dund. Opponent. *shakes paw*

:P

[Jotun]

That would actually be hilarious. I might do that just that.

[Messenger]

Gameplay: Swiss format to be controlled by special software
Please explain 'Swiss format'. I'm not sure what it means, exactly.

[Jotun]

Gameplay: Swiss format to be controlled by special software
Please explain 'Swiss format'. I'm not sure what it means, exactly.

I'm cutting and pasting this from the forst page I found when I searched Google for "Swiss format". Glad you asked cuz I had the same question.

What is Swiss Format?

To understand a swiss tournament, you must first understand what "swiss style" is. It's actually very simple:

Round one:
All players are paired randomly.

Round two:
The winners of round one will play each other, the losers of round one will play each other.

Round three:
The players with 0-2 records play each other, likewise with the 1-1s, and the 2-0s.

Round four:
The 0-3s play each other, as do the 2-1s, the 1-2s, and the 3-0s.

Sometimes, however, it is not possible to pair players with exactly the same records (due to drops or draws), so you may have to play up or down a record.

After an amount of rounds set at the beginning of the tournament (based on the number of players), the player with the best record wins. As more than one player will have the same number of match points at times, a series of 3 tie breaker systems are applied:

1. The total number of match points earned by opponents that defeated the player. The purpose of this tiebreaker is to benefit players who lost to tougher opponents.

2. The total number of match points earned by opponents that the player defeated. The purpose of this tiebreaker is to benefit players who had tougher opponents in general.

3. The sum of the round numbers in which the player lost. Each round number is squared prior to being summed. The purpose of this tiebreaker is to benefit players who lost in later rounds. All other things being equal, losing in later rounds is an indication that a player played tougher opponents in general because they were paired against players with like records.

Finally, after the last round, instead of the best record winning, the top 8 players (sometimes top 16, sometimes top 4) go on to a single elimination tournament in which they play each other seated by their tournament ranking at the end of the swiss rounds. 1 vs. 8. 2 vs. 7. 3 vs. 6. 4 vs. 5

Swiss is designed to let the top players meet in finals instead of round one.

[jcb231]

Ouch....I was thinking of going but I won't if I can't change in reaction to various maps or what armies I encounter.

[CupidsArt]

Ouch....I was thinking of going but I won't if I can't change in reaction to various maps or what armies I encounter.

I'm confused, why would it matter?

You make a nice rounded out army and play with the intellegonce you've learned over time in the game and have fun.

[Draconious]

I would go if it wouldnt cost me like 200$ in gas LOL...

[yanks114kd]

Hey I got last in CA's tourny actually I did really bad but I still had fun who cares about the format, go-play-and have fun

P.S. CA did you ever finish that shirt?

[Bloodthorn]

Better make the count me, 3 more definites and 1 maybe. This just turned into a minivan trip!

[InfinityMax]

Ouch....I was thinking of going but I won't if I can't change in reaction to various maps or what armies I encounter.

Haha! That's funny. I don't think an HS tourney has been run so far with drafting. Did you seriously not know that? Because you were at GenCon, so you must know this already. You're kidding, right?

Sorry if you're not kidding. But then, if you're not kidding, I think it's actually even funnier.

[Hahnarama]

Ouch....I was thinking of going but I won't if I can't change in reaction to various maps or what armies I encounter.

Haha! That's funny. I don't think an HS tourney has been run so far with drafting. Did you seriously not know that? Because you were at GenCon, so you must know this already. You're kidding, right?

Sorry if you're not kidding. But then, if you're not kidding, I think it's actually even funnier.

Hey he's got counter drafting on the brain after listening to ScapeTalk Episode 1......

[CupidsArt]

Hey I got last in CA's tourny actually I did really bad but I still had fun who cares about the format, go-play-and have fun

P.S. CA did you ever finish that shirt?

Yeah it's done. I was going to try and give it to you on the 11th, but I'll just bring it to the Cinci, :D

[funrun]

Better make the count me, 3 more definites and 1 maybe. This just turned into a minivan trip!
Total Players as of 11/25/06 1:07PM EST: 25–30 (+1 non-participant.)

jcb it would be great to have you. I am confused why you would like Gencon and not this tourney? It's going to be about the same number of people, same style, slightly different maps, and different scapers to play against.

[yanks114kd]

Hey I got last in CA's tourny actually I did really bad but I still had fun who cares about the format, go-play-and have fun

P.S. CA did you ever finish that shirt?

Yeah it's done. I was going to try and give it to you on the 11th, but I'll just bring it to the Cinci, :D

SWEET!!!!

[jcb231]

Ouch....I was thinking of going but I won't if I can't change in reaction to various maps or what armies I encounter.

Haha! That's funny. I don't think an HS tourney has been run so far with drafting. Did you seriously not know that? Because you were at GenCon, so you must know this already. You're kidding, right?

Sorry if you're not kidding. But then, if you're not kidding, I think it's actually even funnier.

I know that they aren't run with drafting, but I had thought that many did allow sideboarding, or at least multiple armies to be brought. Guess not. Oh well, not for me then. No big deal.

Better make the count me, 3 more definites and 1 maybe. This just turned into a minivan trip!
Total Players as of 11/25/06 1:07PM EST: 25–30 (+1 non-participant.)

jcb it would be great to have you. I am confused why you would like Gencon and not this tourney? It's going to be about the same number of people, same style, slightly different maps, and different scapers to play against.

Playing the game without drafting is not nearly as much fun for me, so I only play in tournament situations here and there. No sideboarding is a deal breaker for me. I'd love to go, and I'm sure the day would be fun and the folks friendly, but I don't want to make the long trip out there to be dissapointed in the actual gameplay.

I find that in most tourney or pre-assembled army situations I tend to bring the same handful of army types, trying to bring something that can handle all takers. By not being able to use the true specialist troops or really work a draft and see how my opponent is planning, I find there are a lot of troops that don't get used and everything gets sort of homgenized, and thus some level of fun goes out of the game for me.

[truth]

Playing the game without drafting is not nearly as much fun for me, so I only play in tournament situations here and there. No sideboarding is a deal breaker for me. I'd love to go, and I'm sure the day would be fun and the folks friendly, but I don't want to make the long trip out there to be dissapointed in the actual gameplay.

I find that in most tourney or pre-assembled army situations I tend to bring the same handful of army types, trying to bring something that can handle all takers. By not being able to use the true specialist troops or really work a draft and see how my opponent is planning, I find there are a lot of troops that don't get used and everything gets sort of homgenized, and thus some level of fun goes out of the game for me.

So far I've seen alot of variety in my tourney goings.

[dogrobber]

I've talked the wife into making the trip - she'll be a non-participant and will probably in and out as she spends our money in various other stores.

Figured that my 8 hour round trip was worth a few shopping trips & dinner.
Now I just need to figure out what army to take and brush up on the rules - it's been a while since I've played.

[funrun]

I've talked the wife into making the trip - she'll be a non-participant and will probably in and out as she spends our money in various other stores.

Figured that my 8 hour round trip was worth a few shopping trips & dinner.
Now I just need to figure out what army to take and brush up on the rules - it's been a while since I've played.Well there certainly are some little shops around there for her to browse in. If she gets bored with those, I can always direct her to the nearest mall. I can also suggest a great restaurant for whatever type of food you want to eat at whatever price range.

[funrun]

I intended to do this a long time ago, but it's never too late to advertise, we're still almost 2 weeks away. The more people who put this in their sig, the more forum members will notice and we may attract some nearby member's attention who didn't realize we are having a tourney.

Just copy and paste this code into your signature to get the clickable banner that I have. Thanks for the graphic CA, it's kinda holiday-festive I think. :)
http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10077/tag_cinci_regtourn_330x110.jpg (http://www.heroscapers.com/community/showthread.php?t=3556&highlight=)

[yanks114kd]

done in sig.

[funrun]

We now have a window flyer in pdf in my gallery. Please click the image, print this out, and post it in your local game stores, that is, if you feel so inclined to attract more scapers.

http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/HeroscapeTourneyFlyer_SM.jpg (http://www.heroscapers.com/oldgallery/albums/userpics/10083/HeroscapeTourneyFlyer.pdf)

[Tiberius]

speaking of more gamers, I have one more maybe for attending the tournament.

[Rÿchean]

jcb - either come or don't come to the tourney, but don't make excuses

It would be great if you could make it but saying that side boarding is a reason to not come is altogether perplexing. It is a chance to play competitive Heroscape with posters from the forum; a chance to meet people, game, and have fun. Just say you can't make it; don't put the tourney down as being beneath your participation because of it's format.

[Grungebob]

jcb - either come or don't come to the tourney, but don't make excuses

It would be great if you could make it but saying that side boarding is a reason to not come is altogether perplexing. It is a chance to play competitive Heroscape with posters from the forum; a chance to meet people, game, and have fun. Just say you can't make it; don't put the tourney down as being beneath your participation because of it's format.You said it Rychean! Even without drafting, there is fun and interest to be had, planning an army and meeting and gaming with/against other scapers. To each his own and all, but don't diminish the efforts of those that have put so much in to planning this event.

[Hahnarama]

Mark,

I love that pic in your signature!!

[Grungebob]

Mark,

I love that pic in your signature!!Yes it's Pahnoramic

[funrun]

jcb - either come or don't come to the tourney, but don't make excuses

It would be great if you could make it but saying that side boarding is a reason to not come is altogether perplexing. It is a chance to play competitive Heroscape with posters from the forum; a chance to meet people, game, and have fun. Just say you can't make it; don't put the tourney down as being beneath your participation because of it's format.You said it Rychean! Even without drafting, there is fun and interest to be had, planning an army and meeting and gaming with/against other scapers. To each his own and all, but don't diminish the efforts of those that have put so much in to planning this event.On this topic I have to say that tournament play is about your ability to create and play the most well-rounded army possible. It should be an army that's able to beat any other army on any map, and most HS tournaments are structured to determine which army/ player does this best. You can draft armies all day long at home with the same people you always play against, or you can bring a pre-built army to take on new opponents on four different maps with a pool of random glyphs. Even if you play 6 games you will get a different challenge here every time. Why any player would not see this as a fun challenge is perplexing to me too. :shrug:

[yanks114kd]

I love the way this is set up anything can happen. At CA's tourny I play tested my army again a friend I didn't lose in 6 play test games. I get to the tourny and got beat down. Even thought I got beat down I had a blast. I will be attending funrun's tourny and I don't even care if I win or lose as long as I am playing heroscape with other people that truely enjoy the game.

[Jotun]

Yanks, rest assured that you will probably whoop all over whatever I bring to the table. I have to be one of the worst players ever.

What's a good way to prepare for a tournament? I suppose it would help to look at some of the armies in the competitive armies forum and try to match mine against those. I just played a couple games against Krav Maga and found a somewhat successful antidote to them by the name of Sudema. Not sure if I'll be using Sudema or not, but it was nice to see them fall quick.

[InfinityMax]

Jotun, the best way to prep for a tourney is to play your army as many times as you can. Find opponents and just mix it up with as many different armies as you can find. Play against some melee, play against some range. Play against some squads, and play against some squad-killers. Just play.

[jcb231]

jcb - either come or don't come to the tourney, but don't make excuses

It would be great if you could make it but saying that side boarding is a reason to not come is altogether perplexing. It is a chance to play competitive Heroscape with posters from the forum; a chance to meet people, game, and have fun. Just say you can't make it; don't put the tourney down as being beneath your participation because of it's format.

I'm not making excuses, and I'm not putting the tourney down or saying it's beneath me. I think it's great that folks are organizing tourneys, and it sounds like there will be a lot of fun times to be had. Good stuff.

All I'm saying is that the game format is not for me I think....it would be like being a baseball fan and driving a couple hundred miles to play softball. Similar games, both are perfectly legit and good sports, but if you were a baseball fan you might be dissapointed that nobody was playing baseball. That's all I'm saying. The no sideboarding thing is what decided I wasn't going. I was thinking about it and thinking about it and finally decided to make other plans as I didn't want to go and not have a good game, despite the oodles of fun I might have just hanging out before and after. If I'm going to an area specifically for a gaming tournament the game is the thing, despite anything else going on. I've pulled out of Halo tournaments because I didn't like the map selection or game list. This is no different.

If the tournament were in Philly or the surrounding area I'd be there as long as I had the time free, basically no matter what the format was, because it wouldn't cost me much of anything to attend at it would be nearby. But it's not....it's a good drive away and involves a night in a hotel and loads of gas money and food money. If the game's not the type I want to play, why should I put out all that?

Again, I'm not putting the thing down at all.....good lord why must I always defend myself like this......the tournament sounds great, you're all good people, I love you, you love me, we're a happy family.......

[yanks114kd]

Yanks, rest assured that you will probably whoop all over whatever I bring to the table. I have to be one of the worst players ever.

What's a good way to prepare for a tournament? I suppose it would help to look at some of the armies in the competitive armies forum and try to match mine against those. I just played a couple games against Krav Maga and found a somewhat successful antidote to them by the name of Sudema. Not sure if I'll be using Sudema or not, but it was nice to see them fall quick.

I figure if I start with low expectations all I can do is improve.

[noodles]

Damn, this thing is getting huge! I want to come so bad....:(

[funrun]

A sweeeeeeeet update (literally!) Since a food buffet is frowned upon by the store, and the owner prefers we support the local eateries, I have devised a sweet way for us all to get some free eats: If you come to help set up or if you register early, then you'll be rewarded with your pick of a variety of free donuts, danishes, and donut holes! I'll be picking up enough for everyone that morning from the local bakery next door to YottaQuest, but if you don't come early, you'll be stuck with whatever selections everyone before you passed up!

Last one to the registration table is a disgruntled donut eater!

[CupidsArt]

A sweeeeeeeet update (literally!) Since a food buffet is frowned upon by the store, and the owner prefers we support the local eateries, I have devised a sweet way for us all to get some free eats: If you come early to help set up or get your registration in early, then you'll be rewarded with your pick of a variety of free donuts, danishes, and donut holes! I'll be picking up enough for everyone that morning from the local bakery next door to YottaQuest, but if you don't come early, you'll be stuck with whatever selections everyone before you passed up!

Last one to the registration table is a disgruntled donut eater!


That really is a Sweet update! Now all I have to do is convince my buddy to get up early enough to make it to setup, :D

[yanks114kd]

Ummmm I think I might try to make it too. OH wait I have to be there extra bonus for me funrun how for is the closest jersey mike's. The only one that I even know of is by my wife fav. mall. Is there one closer?

[funrun]

I just used Jersey Mike's website to find the location that seemed nearest to the game shop. I am not familiar at all with this part of town, so I used Mapquest to route it but the link to the map isn't working in here. I would suggest mapping it yourself and printing the directions from the store out before you leave town. The Jersey Mikes location you want is the one on Cheviot road.

[Wulfebane]

Just to let you know, my wife is coming along to watch the fun and excitement as well :) Looking forward to tthe tourney!!

[InfinityMax]

Man, I wish I could go to Cincinatti for this. Sounds like an absolute hoot.

[dogrobber]

Thanks to a deer playing kamikaze on the commute home tonight, I may no longer be able to attend. The car's totaled - I got away with a few scratches and bruises, but the near future financial situation sucks. I'm leaving myself as a "confirmed" at the moment, but that may change shortly.

[Tiberius]

Okay, I have a car load now coming and these are definates as of last night. It will be me + 3 others. Hopefully none of them back out on me.

[funrun]

dogrobber, the deer thing sounds absolutely horrible. I think your insurance company may provide you with a rental car to drive for a period of time. I believe this is what happened when my brother totaled his car. I know have seen so many dead deer on the side of the road this month it's no wonder this month is deer hunting season. Apparently we didn't get enough of them thinned out though. I am glad to hear you were not seriously injured.

yanks is your wife coming too?


Per the last page of posts, I made some official updates to the front post. I like how tight this range of confirmed players is now:

Total Players as of 11/30/06 7:37AM EST: 27–30 (+3 non-participants.)

Food & Drinks
-Free donuts, danishes, and donut holes from the neighborhood bakery will be provided in the morning. Come early to help setup or register yourself early and you'll be rewarded with your pick of flavors!
-Yottaquest offers snacks for purchase on-site at below vending machine prices: cold water and soda, candy, gum, and other snacks.
-Yottaquest's owner encourages us to visit local eateries for lunch, which includes: Chinese, 2 family diners with burgers and Cincinnati style chili, a bakery, and more. Fast food is a short drive.
-No alcohol is permitted, but may be consumed afterwards at Vincent's Sports Bar :razz:.

[yanks114kd]

No my wife will not be attending she dislikes heroscape. Actually she hates it.

[dogrobber]

After deciding that not even a suicidal deer would keep me from my first Heroscape tourney, I went and bought a car today. So, we're coming. Me (playing) and the wife (not playing). Should be great fun!

[funrun]

After deciding that not even a suicidal deer would keep me from my first Heroscape tourney, I went and bought a car today. So, we're coming. Me (playing) and the wife (not playing). Should be great fun!Who-hoo!!!! What car did you have and what did you replace it with?

[Messenger]

After deciding that not even a suicidal deer would keep me from my first Heroscape tourney, I went and bought a car today. So, we're coming. Me (playing) and the wife (not playing). Should be great fun!
:deadhorse: (pretend it's a deer)

[CupidsArt]

After deciding that not even a suicidal deer would keep me from my first Heroscape tourney, I went and bought a car today. So, we're coming. Me (playing) and the wife (not playing). Should be great fun!


Well even though it's not under the best circumstances, I'm glad you can make it, :D


and coming from a small town, DEER SUCK! :)

[Jotun]

Anyone who happens to be driving through Louisville on their way to or from Cincy, north east of the city (L-ville) there are tons of deers always crossing I-71 by LaGrange.

[Rÿchean]

this has shaped up amazingly well... (of course, its funrun)

I am really looking forward to it.

:-D

[Grungebob]

Mmm...Donuts!!

[Tiberius]

Nice signature Rychean, you know what they say, a pair of birds in the hand is as good as...umm, right...Anyhow, I am pumped about this tournament!

[funrun]

I am moreso looking forward to this tourney now that I got some beatdown gaming practice in with an army I was thinking of bringing. :twisted: Thanks to CA and his friend for the opportunity to come in to your home and embarrass your armies!

(one week to go, let the trash talk commence!)

[Tiberius]

Well I have been practicing as well and even trying to help my opponents build an army they have been unable to defeat my group. Of course they are limited to my collection (2 of each common), and it is possible that an all squad group could hold its own. But unlikely...fear me!

[CupidsArt]

I am moreso looking forward to this tourney now that I got some beatdown gaming practice in with an army I was thinking of bringing. :twisted: Thanks to CA and his friend for the opportunity to come in to your home and embarrass your armies!

(one week to go, let the trash talk commence!)


Ha, I let you win. It's only nice to let a guest of my home win, right?


Also, so you can all prepare yourselves for the amount of fear you will experience when you see my crew, here is my army.

Hardwood-Hack

2x Aubrien Archers
1x Shaolin Monks
Major Q9
DW7K

Bow down before my power! Yay, I can trash talk, :D

[Tiberius]

Ooooh, DW7K, now those are big round ones to use him in a tourny.

[Rÿchean]

oh yeah? big round ones to use DWk7....that isnt exactly what i would call it ;-)

[funrun]

...fear me!The only thing I fear from you is that avatar!

[Rÿchean]

I can tell you boys this much..undestimating funrun on the battlefield or cutting her slack becasue she is a girl will only net you a loss.

You need to bring your A game with her and then hope for some good fortune as well....

Me? I am just shooting for second....:D

(yeah right; I am kicking a$$ and taking names, Texas style)

[Madhatter]

I know Jason and he says you're all going down.


Ha, I like soup!

[ChaosChild]

Well, trash talkers beware. You will be facing the best Einar player from the General Tourney at GenCon. :)

Ok, I was the only one to play Einar but, I did win 3 games.

So prepare yourselves for the awesome, and dare I say, death defying feats of Parmenio and his Sacred Band. :shock:

[funrun]

I know Jason and he says you're all going down.


Ha, I like soup!I had to read this three times to realize who you were and that you were talking about CupidsArt here! Most people on this forum don't go by real names, plus we have a banned member with username "Jason" whose posting style could have easily been read into your comment :shock:

I'm glad to see that your embarrassing loss to me last night encouraged you to signup for membership here :confused:

[funrun]

I can tell you boys this much..undestimating funrun on the battlefield or cutting her slack becasue she is a girl will only net you a loss.

You need to bring your A game with her and then hope for some good fortune as well....

Me? I am just shooting for second....:D

(yeah right; I am kicking a$$ and taking names, Texas style)Ah whatever, you sound like truth before CA's tourney saying that I am something to be feared and then I didn't do squat. Although I had not played a competitive game of HS in months then, and now. . . well, we will see what I can do next Saturday :twisted:.

Besides, you want second so you can have my trophy box!

[CupidsArt]

I know Jason and he says you're all going down.


Ha, I like soup!I had to read this three times to realize who you were and that you were talking about CupidsArt here! Most people on this forum don't go by real names, plus we have a banned member with username "Jason" whose posting style could have easily been read into your comment :shock:

I'm glad to see that your embarrassing loss to me last night encouraged you to signup for membership here :confused:


Haha, Yeah I made him get an account. I'm glad he didn't get himself banned for that, yeah he doesn't know me by Cupid......I think he's the only one though, :D

[Tiberius]

Madhatter, I like your avatar, that is from FLCL, right? That anime made absolutely no sense, but it was fun to watch.

[funrun]

Almost all the tourney details are ironed out now! I just made this update to the first post:

-Rychean, netherspirit, and ChaosChild are the designated judges to decide all rules questions.

I think the only outstanding info left to fill in is what is going on with those other prizes I am working on :razz:. If anyone else sees something I left out please let me know.

[ChaosChild]

Almost all the tourney details are ironed out now! I just made this update to the first post:

-Rychean, netherspirit, and ChaosChild are the designated judges to decide all rules questions.

I think the only outstanding info left to fill in is what is going on with those other prizes I am working on :razz:. If anyone else sees something I left out please let me know.

Note to self: Practice saying "Do what the card says, not what it doesn't" in an authoritative voice. :D

[weesel99]

To add some trash talking...You can all fear the awesome power of the hounds. Yeah, I like to lose, but it's still fun. Tiberius, if you need to use some other commons or anything like that if they're not going to be in use by people from my group I can let you use them for the tourney. Oh yeah CA, do you still have that hat, I've felt naked watching the games without it.

[CupidsArt]

To add some trash talking...You can all fear the awesome power of the hounds. Yeah, I like to lose, but it's still fun. Tiberius, if you need to use some other commons or anything like that if they're not going to be in use by people from my group I can let you use them for the tourney. Oh yeah CA, do you still have that hat, I've felt naked watching the games without it.

Yeah, I'll make sure and bring it, ;)

[weesel99]

Thanks, I appreciate it. I'm looking forward to playing your army...if we get paired up in the tourney that is, otherwise I wouldn't be upset about not facing Q9.

[Tiberius]

Thanks for the offer Weesel, but the kids I am bringing along (from the youth group at church) have thier armies picked out for the most part. One is using a frenzy army and the other wanted something based around the cowboys. The other, just told me he might be called into work, but if he comes he is going to try out a sir Gilbert army.

[funrun]

Oh yeah CA, do you still have that hat, I've felt naked watching the games without it.Hey, whatever naked game-watching you two do together should stay at home! :P

[yanks114kd]

Oh yeah CA, do you still have that hat, I've felt naked watching the games without it.Hey, whatever naked game-watching you two do together should stay at home! :P

I 2nd that motion

[weesel99]

Now what's wrong with a little naked game watching?

[CupidsArt]

HAHA, wow, hey I thought with all the mudwrestling talk in the Texas thread something like naked gaming would be a walk in the park.......hmmm Strip HS, later guys, I gotta make a call, :twisted:

[dogrobber]

I finally got the potential final piece of my force from an ebay auction I won almost a month ago - time for some furious play testing! (More likely: I read the army card, go "yeah that works", and see how it plays on Saturday)

[funrun]

Well with only a few days to go and no word from my last hope, I'm gonna go ahead and say there aren't any other prizes I am working on :(. The bright side is that the current prize table is really awesome as-is, and CA has an impressive first place trophy surprise for us all! :razz:

[Tiberius]

Here are some prizes I am bringing funrun:

Road to the forgotten forest
Wave 5 Soulborgs
Wave 5 Soulborgs and elves
Wave 4 archers and gladiatrons.

[MattserTruckRally]

I'll make sure weesel is clothed so that people aren't scarred for life.

I got our prizes in the mail this weekend and right now I know that for our group of 4 that is coming (weesel, jacob_jp, myself, and Ben) we have at the moment:

Tundra
Knights + Swog
Vipers + Snipers

[funrun]

Thanks guys, I updated the prize list! It's looking awesome!

[CupidsArt]

Okay, Madhatter is confirmed so I'll be bringing him, and maybe 1 more, but she has only played a few times, so go easy on her, ;)

[Draconious]

Its december, so is your "bring a prize" thing like a secret santa deal? lol

[funrun]

Thanks CA, we are at an all time high number now! And I am glad this is the number with only a few days to go. To me that says all these people actually intend to come.

Total Players as of 12/6/06 11:59AM EST: 28–32 (+3 non-participants.)

[Tiberius]

Sure Draconious, are you my secret heroscaper?

[Tiberius]

If everyone brings a prize, we probably wont need to split up the booster packs, right?