DUEL 2 NEWSLETTER
Date : 01/06/2005 Duedate: 01/19/2005
CHAVEZ RAVINE ARENA
DM-74 TURN-306
This Weeks Top Honors
THE DUELMASTER IS
RETRIBUTION
BROTHERHOOD (406)
(74-2982) [14-6-1,147]
Chartered Recognition Leader Unchartered Recognition Leader
RETRIBUTION LOVE
BROTHERHOOD (406) LORDS OF VIRTUE (494)
(74-2982) [14-6-1,147] (74-3919) [5-0-1,77]
Popularity Leader This Weeks Favorite
RETRIBUTION JAH RULE
BROTHERHOOD (406) RED STRIPE ALL-STARS (489)
(74-2982) [14-6-1,147] (74-3824) [2-2-0,30]
THE CURRENT TOP TEAM
SAND DANCERS (251)
TEAMS ON THE MOVE TOP CAREER HONORS
Team Name Point Gain Chartered Team
1. FACING WORLDS (495) 24
2. LORDS OF VIRTUE (494) 20 BROTHERHOOD (406)
3. CORPS (346) 13 Unchartered Team
4. SAND DANCERS (251) 11
5. INSIGNIFICANCE (414) 9 LORDS OF VIRTUE (494)
The Top Teams
Career Win-Loss Record W L K % Win-Loss Record Last 3 Turns W L K
1/ 1*LORDS OF VIRTUE (494) 6 0 1 100 1/ 1 SAND DANCERS (251) 7 8 0
2/ 2*FACING WORLDS (495) 5 0 1 100 2/ 4*FACING WORLDS (495) 5 0 1
3/ 3 BROTHERHOOD (406) 18 10 3 64.3 3/ 3*LORDS OF VIRTUE (494) 3 0 1
4/ 4 CORPS (346) 368 255 20 59.1 4/ 2 BROTHERHOOD (406) 3 0 0
5/ 5 INSIGNIFICANCE (414) 67 58 7 53.6 5/ 6 INSIGNIFICANCE (414) 2 3 1
6/ 0*RED STRIPE ALL-STA (489) 11 10 0 52.4 6/ 7 CORPS (346) 0 6 0
7/ 7 SAND DANCERS (251) 687 750 29 47.8 7/ 0*RED STRIPE ALL-STA (489) 0 1 0
'*' Unchartered team '-' Team did not fight this turn
(###) Avoid teams by their Team Id ##/## This turn's/Last turn's rank
TEAM SPOTLIGHT
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*--=== LIRITH KAI REGIONAL NEWS ===--*
Duelmasters
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DM 65 DAL SHANG (turn 332): WITCH DOCTOR of MYSTERY MACHINE (Edge, mgr.)
DM 74 CHAVEZ RAVINE (turn 305): RETRIBUTION of BROTHERHOOD (The Sandman, mgr.)
DM 75 JADE MOUNTAIN (turn 300): WITCH of THAT'S US (Zalgor Prigg, mgr.)
DM 78 LIN TIRIAN (turn 287): BLONDE BILLIE of SAND DANCERS (Jorja, mgr.)
ADM 107 LIRIN KIV (turn 263): DEADBOLT of SCARLET KNIGHTS from SENTERN (Talon
Warsmith, mgr.)
Top Teams
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DM 65 DAL SHANG (turn 332): MYSTERY MACHINE (Edge, mgr.)
DM 74 CHAVEZ RAVINE (turn 305): SAND DANCERS (Olinda, mgr.)
DM 75 JADE MOUNTAIN (turn 300): DARK TOADS (TigToad, mgr.)
DM 78 LIN TIRIAN (turn 287): GIRLS X3 (Non, mgr.)
ADM 107 LIRIN KIV (turn 263): SLYTHERIN HOUSE (Rillion, mgr.)
Recent Graduates
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DM 65 DAL SHANG (turn 332): WITCH DOCTOR of MYSTERY MACHINE (Edge, mgr.)
JESSE TAVAN of SAND DANCERS (Lani, mgr.)
(turn 331): DURVAN of SAND DANCERS (Lani, mgr.)
DM 74 CHAVEZ RAVINE (turn 304): TSIRELL of SAND DANCERS (Olinda, mgr.)
DM 75 JADE MOUNTAIN (turn 300): WITCH of THAT'S US (Zalgor Prigg, mgr.)
SPY REPORT
Greetings warriors! It is I, Zontani Sharp Eyes, here to bring report of the
clash and bustle of the weekly CHAVEZ RAVINE games. LOVE caught the eye of many in
the gladiatorial commission as it skillfully bested JAEGO KLEE and was awarded 20
points in recognition. In one of the week's more notable duels, LOQUE put down JAH
RULE, causing him to lose 12 points of recognition in the process. Not for nothing
has RETRIBUTION in the past laid claim to the Duelmaster's throne, and this week he's
proven his combat skill yet again. No confirmation, but my sources claim that the
top team has gained their position using magical aids. Charmed weapons perhaps?
I have been in deep conclave with my spies who watched all that has recently
transpired. Indeed there is much I would report. I saw one fighter that warriors
avoided when this week's challenge seeking began. LORDS OF VIRTUE is feared. This
much I can say. Apparently the stalwarts of FACING WORLDS are catching the bulk of
jests down at the challenging board for their large share of the avoids. Mighty
fighters cannot but expect competition from those below. RONSEVAN take warning! You
have more than a few enemies in CHAVEZ RAVINE.
Vendettas. Bloodied blades and broken spears. Indeed the city has seen more
than its fair share of red in recent times. The warrior's path is harsh. For
mediocrity there is but one reward--death. This past week JAEGO KLEE, at 6-6-0,
departed CHAVEZ RAVINE forever. Dark alleys may hide both secrets and assassins. In
the arena there is only the brightness of steel. Keep vigil always!
A thought before I go. Each warrior practices one style, but must not the wise
manager learn the secrets of them all? Ahh, but I can hear the spires of a far off
city calling to me. I must away! Till we meet again, remember: a turtle walks
slow, hides head in a shell, and harms no one; a lion runs to slay its prey.--
Zontani Sharp Eyes
DUELMASTER W L K POINTS TEAM NAME
RETRIBUTION 2982 14 6 1 147 BROTHERHOOD (406)
CHALLENGER CHAMPIONS W L K POINTS TEAM NAME
-ARM 3874 9 3 1 92 CORPS (346)
CHAMPIONS W L K POINTS TEAM NAME
LOVE 3919 5 0 1 77 LORDS OF VIRTUE (494)
ADEPTS W L K POINTS TEAM NAME
KORBA KLEE 3963 4 1 0 52 SAND DANCERS (251)
GREEN DISEASE 3902 4 2 1 47 INSIGNIFICANCE (414)
RONSEVAN 3866 7 21 0 42 SAND DANCERS (251)
LOQUE 3953 3 0 0 41 FACING WORLDS (495)
-RIFF-RAFF 3825 4 2 0 40 RED STRIPE ALL-STARS (489)
CHALLENGER INITIATES W L K POINTS TEAM NAME
JAH RULE 3824 2 2 0 30 RED STRIPE ALL-STARS (489)
MALAKAI 3964 2 0 1 28 FACING WORLDS (495)
-PANAMA RED 3822 2 3 0 25 RED STRIPE ALL-STARS (489)
INITIATES W L K POINTS TEAM NAME
-POP! 3003 1 0 1 14 BROTHERHOOD (406)
-KRAKEL 3002 1 0 1 14 BROTHERHOOD (406)
KIM CHI 3971 1 0 0 13 SAND DANCERS (251)
-FNB 3004 1 0 0 13 BROTHERHOOD (406)
-SNAP 3001 1 0 0 12 BROTHERHOOD (406)
-MARY JANE 3826 2 1 0 11 RED STRIPE ALL-STARS (489)
-JUSTICE 3920 1 0 0 10 LORDS OF VIRTUE (494)
'-' denotes a warrior who did not fight this turn.
THE DEAD W L K TEAM NAME SLAIN BY TURN Revenge?
I.J. FOX 3937 1 2 0 CORPS 346 CHANNA THE DANCER 24 306 NONE
MAC DONALD 3965 0 1 0 CORPS 346 FARLITHAN THE CAT 19 306 NONE
CARAMON 3951 1 1 1 INSIGNIFICANCE 414 DARINHASS THE FIRS 27 306 NONE
JAEGO KLEE 3948 6 6 0 SAND DANCERS 251 LOVE 3919 306
KINLO TEN ZORN 3961 2 4 0 SAND DANCERS 251 MALAKAI 3964 306
PERSONAL ADS
Love -- If you represent a virtue, that of love, you have a very funny way of showing
it. Or did your manager name you ironically? Because you seem to be a very iron-y
golem. -- Ronsevan
Retribution -- I always like to see that the man on the hot seat earned his position
honestly. Well done. -- Tsirell
That Komar the Penniless is one mean dude! I guess being so broke he couldn't afford
any weapons kinda stirred him up. But cheese! He didn't have to take it out on me!
-- Jaego Klee
Green Disease -- Sneaky of you, but I'm on to that trick. -- Korba Klee
Malakai -- Seems like everyone's left handed today. Too bad I didn't get the word in
time to make the shift myself. -- Kinlo ten Zorn, a righty
8 December 2004
Battle Royal 4
The Battle Royal arena contests are one of the purest tests of manager skill
available. The rules are simple. The scoring is simple. The updates are live. If
you would like to participate, simply get a team ready in Talcama in the next month
and announce in the personals that you're in. The prize is bragging rights and
having your name along side previous winners (Doc Steele, Manray Frothingslosh, and
Manager). It is a brutal contest, but it is a lot of fun!
Basic rules: No avoiding other contest teams. Score = Wins + Kills - Losses.
Only fights against other BR teams count. First team to 25 wins!
BR4 begins in Talcama (DM 18) on turn 502, due on Jan 29, 2005.
Visit http://www.geocities.com/assurnasir/br4 for more information.
8 December 2004
TURF WAR IV -- GRAND CONTEST NOTICE!
The Turf War IV Grand Contest will commence on Turn 221 (approx. February 22,
2005). For those who have never participated, Turf Wars are alliance-type contest
and Winner-Takes-All. There are no 2nd place winners!
Everyone may participate; known alliances, new alliances, or temporary alliances
created to compete in the Turf War! However, to participate, each alliance must:
A. Announce the alliance name and the Captain of the alliance in the North Fork
(DM #47) newsletter.
Captains are responsible for:
A. Verifying those who wish to participate under the banner of their alliance;
B. Distribution of prizes should their alliance win the TW4.
Managers must:
A. Submit one (1) RSI Roll-up Gift Certificate to participate;
B. Announce their intent to compete with manager name, team name and alliance
in which they will be fighting under, in the DM #47 North Fork newsletter.
Rules:
1. No scoring will begin until an RSI Roll-up Gift Certificate is received. No
exceptions will be made.
2. Before a manager can compete, he must be acknowledged and verified by the Captain
of the alliance he has claimed for;
A. The following turn, points will begin to be awarded or subtracted;
3. Only one (1) team per manager may compete. No multiple aliases please (we'll be
checking this and if caught...you'll be disqualified and no refund);
4. The contest will end on Turn 233 (12 turns!). Winners will be announced on Turn
234 and prizes sent to winning alliance between Turn 233 and 234.
5. No declarations will be acknowledged after Turn 231.
6. For the purpose of scoring, I reserve the right to make all final decisions.
Scoring: Win Lose Kill Die
Challenge +2 -2 +5 -5
Match-up +1 -1 +1 -5
Bloodfeud +2 -5 +5 -10
Champion x2 x2 x2 x2
Downchallenge +2 -5 +2 -10
Dark Arena +10 -5 xx xx
Special Scoring:
A. Each mention in the Spy Report is worth 5 points;
B. Each Style Master is worth 5 points;
Champions:
A. Champions may be declared, but are not mandatory. If declared, they must be
in the Adepts or lower brackets.
Bloodfeuds:
A. Bloodfeuds will count for all four turns. However, the same warrior may not
bloodfeud all four turns. A penalty of -10 will be given to the team who
violates this rule.
Special Conditions:
A. I reserve the right for all final decisions.
B. If I make a mistake, I'll multiply the points by 2;
C. If you claim I did, and *YOU* are wrong; I'll subtract points at the rate of
x10!
D. Each alliance begins with zero (0) points.
E. Dark Arena may be used on the first turn of every warrior with no penalty.
F. T.V.'s won after contest begins gain a Triple rate of scoring.
G. T.C.'s won after the contest begins gain a multiple of 10 scoring.
H. No switching alliances once verified by an alliance.
Any questions or concerns may be addressed (if you're incarcerated) to:
Baphomet, mgr. Knights Templar (268), DM #47 -- North Fork.
If you're in the free world: Rick Strigner Merit East
SCI P.O. Box 500
Georgetown, DE 19947-0500
P.S. Prizes are:
A. 100% of the roll-up certs
B. Currently under negotiations with R.S.I. for other prizes
C. A special prize from me that I will discuss with the Captain of the winning
alliance.
15 December 2004
The Company of Brothers Alliance would like to welcome Azereth as our newest member.
We are sure he will be an asset to both our alliance and the dueling community! --
Baphomet, Co-Founder T.C.B.
24 December 2004
Due to requests, the Turf War IV will be postponed until turn 225 (approx May/June
2005). Sorry about the inconvenience. -- Baphomet, host of TW 4
LAST WEEK'S FIGHTS
CARAMON was butchered by DARINHASS THE FIRST in a 1 minute Dark Arena fight.
I.J. FOX was dealt death by CHANNA THE DANCER in a 2 minute Dark Arena duel.
MAC DONALD was murdered by FARLITHAN THE CAT in a 1 minute Dark Arena melee.
LOVE murdered JAEGO KLEE in a 1 minute uneven Challenge fight.
GREEN DISEASE devastated RONSEVAN in a 1 minute one-sided Challenge contest.
RETRIBUTION overpowered CHANDAR LO in a 1 minute mismatched Title match.
KORBA KLEE devastated STREET SWEEPER in a 1 minute one-sided duel.
JAH RULE was unbelievably bested by LOQUE in a 2 minute bloody match.
KINLO TEN ZORN was easily killed by MALAKAI in a 1 minute uneven fight.
KIM CHI vanquished RORNIS THE DARK in a 1 minute uneven duel.
BATTLE REPORT
MOST POPULAR RECORD DURING THE LAST 10 TURNS
|FIGHTING STYLE FIGHTS FIGHTING STYLE W - L - K PERCENT|
|LUNGING ATTACK 6 PARRY-STRIKE 7 - 0 - 2 100 |
|SLASHING ATTACK 3 PARRY-RIPOSTE 4 - 1 - 1 80 |
|WALL OF STEEL 2 LUNGING ATTACK 22 - 9 - 3 71 |
|AIMED BLOW 1 STRIKING ATTACK 6 - 3 - 1 67 |
|PARRY-RIPOSTE 1 PARRY-LUNGE 3 - 2 - 1 60 |
|BASHING ATTACK 1 SLASHING ATTACK 10 - 7 - 1 59 |
|PARRY-LUNGE 0 AIMED BLOW 8 - 6 - 0 57 |
|PARRY-STRIKE 0 BASHING ATTACK 6 - 7 - 0 46 |
|STRIKING ATTACK 0 WALL OF STEEL 4 - 12 - 0 25 |
|TOTAL PARRY 0 TOTAL PARRY 0 - 1 - 0 0 |
Turn 306 was great if you Not so great if you used The fighting styles of the
used the fighting styles: the fighting styles: top eleven warriors are:
AIMED BLOW 1 - 0 SLASHING ATTACK 1 - 2 5 LUNGING ATTACK
PARRY-RIPOSTE 1 - 0 PARRY-LUNGE 0 - 0 2 BASHING ATTACK
BASHING ATTACK 1 - 0 PARRY-STRIKE 0 - 0 2 SLASHING ATTACK
LUNGING ATTACK 3 - 3 STRIKING ATTACK 0 - 0 1 AIMED BLOW
TOTAL PARRY 0 - 0 1 WALL OF STEEL
WALL OF STEEL 0 - 2
TOP WARRIOR OF EACH STYLE
FIGHTING STYLE WARRIOR W L K PNTS TEAM NAME
FIGHTING STYLE WARRIOR W L K PNTS TEAM NAME
LUNGING ATTACK RETRIBUTION 2982 14 6 1 147 BROTHERHOOD (406)
BASHING ATTACK KORBA KLEE 3963 4 1 0 52 SAND DANCERS (251)
AIMED BLOW GREEN DISEASE 3902 4 2 1 47 INSIGNIFICANCE (414)
Note: Warriors have a winning record and are an Adept or Above.
The overall popularity leader is RETRIBUTION 2982. The most popular warrior this
turn was JAH RULE 3824. The ten other most popular fighters were RETRIBUTION 2982,
LOQUE 3953, LOVE 3919, GREEN DISEASE 3902, KORBA KLEE 3963, MALAKAI 3964, I.J. FOX
3937, RONSEVAN 3866, KIM CHI 3971, and CARAMON 3951.
The least popular fighter this week was KINLO TEN ZORN 3961. The other ten least
popular fighters were JAEGO KLEE 3948, MAC DONALD 3965, CARAMON 3951, KIM CHI 3971,
RONSEVAN 3866, I.J. FOX 3937, MALAKAI 3964, KORBA KLEE 3963, GREEN DISEASE 3902, and
LOVE 3919.
The following warriors will travel to AD after next turn:
RETRIBUTION (74-2982) BROTHERHOOD (406)
NEW GRADUATES--FROM ALL ARENAS (INCLUDING CLOSED ARENAS)
For those of you who keep track of such things, 11 additional warriors graduated
from regular DM arenas (including closed arenas) since the last tournament.
EEK THE CAT (2-4110) of THE FUNNY FARM
HADES (11-5338) of MYTHICAL
DRAUGHT DODGER (12-5209) of WISH YOU WERE BEER
DRACO MALFOY (18-7115) of HOUSE SLYTHERIN
FREAK (18-7300) of RUN AND HYDE
BETWEEN THE EYES (60-716) of METAL MILITIA II 6
SHOVELING SANDY (65-3584) of STORMNITE SANDBAGGER
BLUE BLOOD (73-3657) of BLACK & BLUE
JOCK (82-10452) of 4-LETTER ITCHES
WILLIE BROWN (82-13201) of 1976 RAIDERS
YUENGLING (82-16265) of LOCAL BEER
Congrats to the grads. -- Green Eyes