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WDL Stats/Rule Changes / Re: Regular Season Player Caps
« on: August 24, 2014, 04:19:05 PM »
Nice job, Rude. I'll see if I can make a database of all ranked stats soon.
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WDL Summer 2014 / The WDL Championship Classic (Aug 18 - Aug 24) Predictions
« on: August 18, 2014, 08:41:32 AM »The WDL Championship Classic - Map08 ZDCTF08
Aug 18 - Aug 24
Adderall Drunk Drivers [ADD] vs [SUC] Super Chargers
Aug 18 - Aug 24
Adderall Drunk Drivers [ADD] vs [SUC] Super Chargers
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WDL Summer 2014 / Re: WDL Summer 2014 Season Feedback
« on: August 14, 2014, 07:37:23 PM »
For sure. We'll have plenty of time to test out servers and iron them out for next season, you can be certain of that. Most WDL proceedings for this first season were done on a whim, so we should all be glad things worked out as smoothly as they did!
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WDL Summer 2014 / Re: WDL Summer 2014 Season Feedback
« on: August 13, 2014, 03:13:54 PM »
This was a great season overall. I really liked the point system that was put in place, as it did a great job at ranking teams' true strength in the standings. Servers were kind of an issue occasionally, but you all can direct your complaints to Capo over there -- if he wasn't so eager to ban every person from his own server cluster for any stupid reason, we would've never had to get new servers entirely, two or three times throughout the season on a hurry. He actually did his team good when he stopped showing his ugly face! The gametime issue is a relative one, too: they are always designed based on a team's general availability, so if you would like to have games happen at more Euro-friendly times, you should get more European players to sign up next season so they take up a larger percentage of team rosters!
As for "nobody practicing", it depends on each team. Teams like TMC were carefree to the point of truly harming their whole season (no-showers like Shane didn't help either), while others like SUC and SHQ practiced occasionally and performed as expected. A lot of people involved in the league have a busy real life schedule, and that is a constant that we all unfortunately have to deal with. One thing I can say with 100% certainty though is that whoever actively seeks for practice often gets it, be it captain or member. The truth is, if a team is not practicing much at all, it usually means that the entire team is slacking in that regard, not just the captain or a member. And that is perfectly fine too -- it is just the way some teams prefer to operate. Now, whether or not that is an effective strat by any means is debatable and, as always, the game results are the only evidence you need to make conclusions out of it. If anybody here had (or still has) issues with somebody on their team who they felt did not properly fulfill their obligations as a member, this thread would be a good place to talk about it.
The couple of things I would really like to see next season are:
As for "nobody practicing", it depends on each team. Teams like TMC were carefree to the point of truly harming their whole season (no-showers like Shane didn't help either), while others like SUC and SHQ practiced occasionally and performed as expected. A lot of people involved in the league have a busy real life schedule, and that is a constant that we all unfortunately have to deal with. One thing I can say with 100% certainty though is that whoever actively seeks for practice often gets it, be it captain or member. The truth is, if a team is not practicing much at all, it usually means that the entire team is slacking in that regard, not just the captain or a member. And that is perfectly fine too -- it is just the way some teams prefer to operate. Now, whether or not that is an effective strat by any means is debatable and, as always, the game results are the only evidence you need to make conclusions out of it. If anybody here had (or still has) issues with somebody on their team who they felt did not properly fulfill their obligations as a member, this thread would be a good place to talk about it.
The couple of things I would really like to see next season are:
- A greater number of teams. 8 teams would be great to have, and as a result, team practices would occur more often and keep the league lively. We'll need to hype it up good to get the amount of people for that though.
- A good, professional streamer to cast the games. I've tried casting games on my own, but my connection's upload rate is far too crappy to even stream the video at a stable framerate, no matter the quality I set it to. Perhaps the likes of Jehar could deliver? That could surely increase WDL's popularity among other communities, which is a huge plus.
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WDL Summer 2014 / Re: Playoff Semi-Finals (Aug 11 - Aug 17) Predictions
« on: August 12, 2014, 07:02:11 PM »
Before I post my prediction, here is an important reminder for everybody who is going to play.
The Mall Cops [TMC] @ [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers
TMC had their ups and downs this season, yet none of them was nearly as irritating and untimely as Shane's game throw in their last game vs SDC. Rumor has it that DemonSphere will bench him (for good reason), so my conclusion is that the jolly Mexican, Perrondon will join the fray in his place. Map20 was a really beneficial homefield pick for ADD, as Water has had tons of experience (and won an IDL MasterBowl) in the map, Tai also has plenty of experience (as it is one of [R]'s favorite maps) and the same goes for Dragon, probably. Placing all of that together, it is a no-brainer that ADD as a whole has a very high winning rate in this map. Now, TMC's DemonSphere and Reckless have a rock solid defense game, and possibly a good Mid as well, but their only hope of scoring lies on Perrondon's running, which may be more effective than it should be if he teleports all over the place as people might expect. In any case, Water's team is usually ready for any inconveniences that may hit them on the way, so that won't be an issue. Ultimately, I believe ADD's overall stronger offense will trump TMC in a somewhat heated game. It is just extremely unlikely that TMC will make it to the finals with such a sloppy regular season behind them.
ADD 3-0 TMC (4 rounds)
Super Chargers [SUC] @ [SDC] Stardust Crusaders
My team came a long way since the beginning, and it doesn't look like we're getting some rest anytime soon. SUC is still a strong team despite having a couple of losses. May the better team win!
Quote from: Excerpt from the WDL rulebook
During the postseason, WDL games are played in a best 3 of 5 format. In addition, if a clear winner is not determined after five rounds, another round will be played until there is a clear winner.
The Mall Cops [TMC] @ [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers
TMC had their ups and downs this season, yet none of them was nearly as irritating and untimely as Shane's game throw in their last game vs SDC. Rumor has it that DemonSphere will bench him (for good reason), so my conclusion is that the jolly Mexican, Perrondon will join the fray in his place. Map20 was a really beneficial homefield pick for ADD, as Water has had tons of experience (and won an IDL MasterBowl) in the map, Tai also has plenty of experience (as it is one of [R]'s favorite maps) and the same goes for Dragon, probably. Placing all of that together, it is a no-brainer that ADD as a whole has a very high winning rate in this map. Now, TMC's DemonSphere and Reckless have a rock solid defense game, and possibly a good Mid as well, but their only hope of scoring lies on Perrondon's running, which may be more effective than it should be if he teleports all over the place as people might expect. In any case, Water's team is usually ready for any inconveniences that may hit them on the way, so that won't be an issue. Ultimately, I believe ADD's overall stronger offense will trump TMC in a somewhat heated game. It is just extremely unlikely that TMC will make it to the finals with such a sloppy regular season behind them.
ADD 3-0 TMC (4 rounds)
Super Chargers [SUC] @ [SDC] Stardust Crusaders
My team came a long way since the beginning, and it doesn't look like we're getting some rest anytime soon. SUC is still a strong team despite having a couple of losses. May the better team win!
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WDL Summer 2014 / Playoff Semi-Finals (Aug 11 - Aug 17) Predictions
« on: August 10, 2014, 08:26:09 PM »
Playoff Semi-Finals
Aug 11 - Aug 17
The Mall Cops [TMC] @ [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers - Map20 ZDECTF2-01
Super Chargers [SUC] @ [SDC] Stardust Crusaders - Map28 CHAOSCORE11
Aug 11 - Aug 17
The Mall Cops [TMC] @ [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers - Map20 ZDECTF2-01
Super Chargers [SUC] @ [SDC] Stardust Crusaders - Map28 CHAOSCORE11
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WDL Summer 2014 / Re: Week 5 - Map04 ZDCTF04 (Aug 4 - Aug 10) Predictions
« on: August 10, 2014, 08:00:33 PM »
Hey, good games everybody. Overall this was an incredibly thrilling regular season for me, and there was not one single game that lasted for less than 3 rounds! So much pressure in every game, and I'm more than glad that my team came out of all of those games undefeated -- an impressive feat indeed. Thanks to every team we faced for providing us with the season we got. Now, we move on to the playoffs and meet the Chargers...
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WDL Summer 2014 / Re: Week 5 - Map04 ZDCTF04 (Aug 4 - Aug 10) Predictions
« on: August 09, 2014, 01:33:08 PM »
SupeRBots [SUPER] vs [SHQ] Shaq Fu
The season's Toiletbowl or Capobowl, or any other funny, yet degrading names people may call it. So far this season, the points show that the team that was closest to getting away with a victory was Shaq Fu indeed, and I believe they will end their season with a mildly positive note since their daring and bold plays will take them far, and SUPER's Capo is MIA (read: pretending to quit Doom while fulfilling his CS:GO addiction).
SHQ 2-0 SUPER (3 rounds)
Super Chargers [SUC] vs [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers
Possibly the game of the week! Both teams are practicing on a semi-daily basis, and everybody in both teams looks desperate to win, and it makes sense: if SUC wins, they will achieve great chances of getting homefield advantage in the playoffs, while if ADD at least ties the game up, they will guarantee the top 1 seed. This game will be a big war of attrition, and while Water's team has a nigh unbreakable momentum, Ralph's team might get away with a win through clutch plays, since the map seems to suit their aggressive strats better.
SUC 2-1 ADD (3 rounds)
Stardust Crusaders [SDC] vs [TMC] The Mall Cops
The season's Toiletbowl or Capobowl, or any other funny, yet degrading names people may call it. So far this season, the points show that the team that was closest to getting away with a victory was Shaq Fu indeed, and I believe they will end their season with a mildly positive note since their daring and bold plays will take them far, and SUPER's Capo is MIA (read: pretending to quit Doom while fulfilling his CS:GO addiction).
SHQ 2-0 SUPER (3 rounds)
Super Chargers [SUC] vs [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers
Possibly the game of the week! Both teams are practicing on a semi-daily basis, and everybody in both teams looks desperate to win, and it makes sense: if SUC wins, they will achieve great chances of getting homefield advantage in the playoffs, while if ADD at least ties the game up, they will guarantee the top 1 seed. This game will be a big war of attrition, and while Water's team has a nigh unbreakable momentum, Ralph's team might get away with a win through clutch plays, since the map seems to suit their aggressive strats better.
SUC 2-1 ADD (3 rounds)
Stardust Crusaders [SDC] vs [TMC] The Mall Cops
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WDL Summer 2014 / Week 5 - Map04 ZDCTF04 (Aug 4 - Aug 10) Predictions
« on: August 04, 2014, 04:31:42 PM »
Week 5 - Map04 ZDCTF04
Aug 4 - Aug 10
Stardust Crusaders [SDC] vs [TMC] The Mall Cops
SupeRBots [SUPER] vs [SHQ] Shaq Fu
Super Chargers [SUC] vs [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers
Aug 4 - Aug 10
Stardust Crusaders [SDC] vs [TMC] The Mall Cops
SupeRBots [SUPER] vs [SHQ] Shaq Fu
Super Chargers [SUC] vs [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers
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WDL Summer 2014 / Re: Week 4 - Map17 THIRTY4-17 (Jul 28 - Aug 3) Predictions
« on: July 31, 2014, 07:55:11 AM »
Yeah, that's the face you made after your retarded attempts to spy on my team's practice absolutely failed. ;D
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WDL Summer 2014 / Re: Week 4 - Map17 THIRTY4-17 (Jul 28 - Aug 3) Predictions
« on: July 29, 2014, 07:09:35 PM »
The Mall Cops [TMC] vs [SUC] Super Chargers
After their shoddy performance last week, TMC should pick up the pace right now or it will be too late for them. This is an important game for SUC as they could easily secure a 2nd or 3rd seed in the playoffs if they take this win. The map strongly favors runners and stand-offs, with camping and rockets galore. With that in mind, SUC definitely could benefit more from this map's strategies than TMC's defensive frag-heavy style. TMC may prove to be an annoyance through rebounds and lightning fast shots at key moments, but SUC might clutch a victory out of this game with the right line-ups.
SUC 2-1 TMC (3 rounds)
Shaq Fu [SHQ] vs [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers
The new top 1 team has a good chance to increase their lead and clinch 1st seed here. SHQ's Nub_hat should be trained to assist Wazzup in D and occasionally help Tony bring flags out. Regardless of their strategy, I don't see them actually winning against the powerhouse that is ADD -- their teamwork has proven to be nigh unbeatable, and its players who can do great in 2 or even all positions will most likely make this game a blowout.
ADD 2-0 SHQ (2 rounds)
SupeRBots [SUPER] vs [SDC] Stardust Crusaders
After their shoddy performance last week, TMC should pick up the pace right now or it will be too late for them. This is an important game for SUC as they could easily secure a 2nd or 3rd seed in the playoffs if they take this win. The map strongly favors runners and stand-offs, with camping and rockets galore. With that in mind, SUC definitely could benefit more from this map's strategies than TMC's defensive frag-heavy style. TMC may prove to be an annoyance through rebounds and lightning fast shots at key moments, but SUC might clutch a victory out of this game with the right line-ups.
SUC 2-1 TMC (3 rounds)
Shaq Fu [SHQ] vs [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers
The new top 1 team has a good chance to increase their lead and clinch 1st seed here. SHQ's Nub_hat should be trained to assist Wazzup in D and occasionally help Tony bring flags out. Regardless of their strategy, I don't see them actually winning against the powerhouse that is ADD -- their teamwork has proven to be nigh unbeatable, and its players who can do great in 2 or even all positions will most likely make this game a blowout.
ADD 2-0 SHQ (2 rounds)
SupeRBots [SUPER] vs [SDC] Stardust Crusaders
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WDL Summer 2014 / Week 4 - Map17 THIRTY4-17 (Jul 28 - Aug 3) Predictions
« on: July 29, 2014, 06:30:03 PM »
Week 4 - Map17 THIRTY4-17
Jul 28 - Aug 3
The Mall Cops [TMC] vs [SUC] Super Chargers
Shaq Fu [SHQ] vs [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers
SupeRBots [SUPER] vs [SDC] Stardust Crusaders
Jul 28 - Aug 3
The Mall Cops [TMC] vs [SUC] Super Chargers
Shaq Fu [SHQ] vs [ADD] Adderall Drunk Drivers
SupeRBots [SUPER] vs [SDC] Stardust Crusaders
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WDL Summer 2014 / Re: Week 3 - Map24 RAGECTF20 (Jul 21 - Jul 27) Predictions
« on: July 28, 2014, 04:09:36 PM »
The jealousy is strong with this one. :P