qb_browns Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 Wow 224 tecmoers....this should be interesting. Don't worry Louis, we'll make sure you have plenty of room to get crazy in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red98sethuthut Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 Lol i plan to be focused on business....well maybe a "guiness" or two to help get rid of those "first game nerves". I also seem to play better tecmo when im mad at something or "just plain fired up" (ill use anything to motivate myself..im not Mort's sidekick damn it!!!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qb_browns Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 Thank you for telling the Tecmo world your weakness. We're going to roll out the red carpet for you. I'm talking welcoming party, bar tab, good food, adoring women, everything to make you feel comfortable and relaxed. We'll even send Frank far away from you so you don't have to hear him call you an idiot. Knobbe 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dotdon Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 I want to ask couple of questions. 1 related to Marino Royale, 1 general strategy question. (1) Is there a costume competition? Isotoner gloves are not easy to find, I need some time. (2) In regards to the WR at RB and lurching, what are the general strategy reasons behind the rules (I like the rules, just wondering). Personally, I dont care if a person lurches because I can always set 3 shotguns and runs where a NT will get eaten alive. I invite lurching most of the time. As to WR at RB, its a similar situation. I like a WR running because sometimes the player will work that WR more causing drops, fumbles, and/or condition changes. Plus he becomes a more predictable play caller. I guess I'm a "prison rules" guy when it comes to Tecmo, just wanted your high-level thoughts on why no WR at RB and no lurching. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob sacamano Posted January 17, 2013 Share Posted January 17, 2013 Basically, this isn't the California Penal League. That about sums it up I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holzy11 Posted January 17, 2013 Author Share Posted January 17, 2013 I want to ask couple of questions. 1 related to Marino Royale, 1 general strategy question. (1) Is there a costume competition? Isotoner gloves are not easy to find, I need some time. (2) In regards to the WR at RB and lurching, what are the general strategy reasons behind the rules (I like the rules, just wondering). Personally, I dont care if a person lurches because I can always set 3 shotguns and runs where a NT will get eaten alive. I invite lurching most of the time. As to WR at RB, its a similar situation. I like a WR running because sometimes the player will work that WR more causing drops, fumbles, and/or condition changes. Plus he becomes a more predictable play caller. I guess I'm a "prison rules" guy when it comes to Tecmo, just wanted your high-level thoughts on why no WR at RB and no lurching. Thanks. No WR at RB: We changed the old rule because it confused too many guys. We think this rule is easier to understand, notwithstanding some recent emails. When you’re dealing with numbers of this size, simplicity is paramount. No lurching: Lurching just eliminates too much of the playbook (runs and passes). And sure, you can game plan around it, if you know your opponent plans to lurch before the game begins. A smarter opponent, however, would wait until a critical 4th down. It’s just a little cheap for our liking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
averagetsbplayer Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 We did debate the WR at RB rule for a long time. Ultimately, the simplicity of the rule won in the discussion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qb_browns Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Basically, this isn't the California Penal League. We wear caps and sleeves at this level son. Knobbe 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickabc Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 We wear caps and sleeves at this level son. Was just thinking about that, great quote. For those wondering: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qb_browns Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 I love the exchange between Lou and Pepper: "Nice velocity." "Sounded like it." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holzy11 Posted January 21, 2013 Author Share Posted January 21, 2013 Preliminary seeding for TecmoIX commenced en route to and from Nebraska. We aim to publish the 8-man groups, and the groups within each of the four regions, approximately 1-2 weeks pre-tournament. If you can no longer make the tournament, please access tecmomadison.com and withdraw. Doing so will help not only those on the waiting list, but also us with regard to our seeding endeavor. And if anyone sees Lefty or Sconnie, please tell them to register ASAP. Each year, we spend countless hours attempting to assign an equal amount of talent to each of the four regions. If either Sconnie or Lefty sneaks into the tournament late, it could, depending upon how you perceive their skill level, unexpectedly make one region more difficult than the others. In short, blame Sconnie or Lefty if they show up in your group and/or region, not us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob sacamano Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Preliminary seeding for TecmoIX commenced en route to and from Nebraska. We aim to publish the 8-man groups, and the groups within each of the four regions, approximately 1-2 weeks pre-tournament. If you can no longer make the tournament, please access tecmomadison.com and withdraw. Doing so will help not only those on the waiting list, but also us with regard to our seeding endeavor. And if anyone sees Lefty or Sconnie, please tell them to register ASAP. Each year, we spend countless hours attempting to assign an equal amount of talent to each of the four regions. If either Sconnie or Lefty sneaks into the tournament late, it could, depending upon how you perceive their skill level, unexpectedly make one region more difficult than the others. In short, blame Sconnie or Lefty if they show up in your group and/or region, not us. Awesome! So true btw. That would not be in the best interest of the tourney for either of them to enter into tourney after groups are announced. Aren't cvogt and bigmv signed up... how isn't lefty!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holzy11 Posted January 21, 2013 Author Share Posted January 21, 2013 Awesome! So true btw. That would not be in the best interest of the tourney for either of them to enter into tourney after groups are announced. Aren't cvogt and bigmv signed up... how isn't lefty!? Yes, both Matt and Chris are attending. We've placed multiple emails and calls to Lefty. I'm not sure what his deal is, aside from perhaps laziness. Sconnie's situation is different as I understand it, and I probably shouldn't have lumped him in with Lefty. Don't think Sconnie knows whether he can make it or not yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qb_browns Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Some say he's wanted by the FBI and that he sleeps upside down like a bat. All we know is that he's called Dan. bob sacamano 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deleted Account Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 No WR at RB: We changed the old rule because it confused too many guys. We think this rule is easier to understand, notwithstanding some recent emails. When you’re dealing with numbers of this size, simplicity is paramount. No lurching: Lurching just eliminates too much of the playbook (runs and passes). And sure, you can game plan around it, if you know your opponent plans to lurch before the game begins. A smarter opponent, however, would wait until a critical 4th down. It’s just a little cheap for our liking. i thought it was because of all the bitching i did over the last year. lol. a few other thoughts on what i seen 1. this weekend i learned that lefty's new girlfriend and tecmo are not mixing. Matt makes me think that he is retired for the time being. 2. i'd be for limited lurching at some point to spice it up. maybe you can do it 4 times a game or something. that being said that day is a long way away. 3. if you don't get in or can't make this tourney there are plenty of others. an awesome one in buf on april 20. and many superbowl weekend. 4. I never call lou an idiot. moron is the preferred insult. he loves to give people matchups in championship games we use to practice. though cle finals being a probowl he played it as well as anyone could. matt was just on this weekend. even when i beat him i felt it was cheapened by my being 49ers and him chi. 5. sobhi, almost time to retire that nickname. unless you can trounce chet in a tourney game this year. 6. are there any spots being held for big names? I know you guys want monkeybutler. i'd do a fund raiser if we could get eifer to madison. did bruddog sign up? 7. did i mention my tourney yet??? i am that shameless. 8. the overall skill level at the tourneys is rising quick. i'd say the average player is at least twice as good than this time last year. a very good sign. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruddog Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 Mort, i did not. I came close but ultimately passed. The amount of time I'd have to spend to get to and from the event... flight, driving, etc coupled with the fact that I get shit vacation time per year at my latest job was just a deal breaker for me personally. IF I end up ever going I'd probably want to tack it on to a vacation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knobbe Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 Yes, both Matt and Chris are attending. We've placed multiple emails and calls to Lefty. I'm not sure what his deal is, aside from perhaps laziness. 1. this weekend i learned that lefty's new girlfriend and tecmo are not mixing. Matt makes me think that he is retired for the time being. There is your answer. I understand not making to the tournament for personal reasons....not hitting the reply button out of common courtesy? C'mon man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qb_browns Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 There is your answer. I understand not making to the tournament for personal reasons....not hitting the reply button out of common courtesy? C'mon man. Personally, I don't think that is the answer. But not hitting the reply button is slightly strange. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qb_browns Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 More Dan facts: Some say he never blinks and that he roams around the woods at night foraging for wolves...all I know is that he's called Dan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deleted Account Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 Hey neighbor, I'm in Northern VA now, originally from WI and I have played you online a couple times. I think we are the only ones from the DC area going. I'll probably stay somewhere near campus, but anyway, have fun downtown. Last time I was down there I puked 4 times, picked 3 fights and was almost arrested 2 times, just to go to sleep once. Madison is a fun town though, much different than DC. hey bro. your not far from jersey if you want to get a warm up tourney in next weekend. TecSpectre 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickabc Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 (edited) More Dan facts: Some say he never blinks and that he roams around the woods at night foraging for wolves...all I know is that he's called Dan. I heard he befriended Chuck Norris and is spending his time training in Russia for Tecmo X: "Treadwell's Treachery". Also a possibility: He Perished along the Oregon Trail while trying to ford the Kansas River. Choose wisely: Edited January 23, 2013 by Nickabc bob sacamano and GameplayLoop 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knobbe Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 There was a site back in the day that had an awesome Tecmo Dan Marino game. I'll see if I can pull it up on the wayback machine in the near future. bob sacamano 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holzy11 Posted January 24, 2013 Author Share Posted January 24, 2013 Hotel Info We've blocked rooms at both the Sheraton and DoubleTree. The Sheraton is cheaper (see below) and closer to the venue (Badger Bowl). The DoubleTree is right downtown, and consequently, much closer to the nightlife. If you've already booked at a higher rate at one of these hotels, we suggest calling the hotel and requesting one of the blocked rooms at the lower rate. Double Tree (525 W. Johnson St, 608-251-5511)Online booking link: http://doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/groups/personalized/M/MSNDTDT-TEC-20130301/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POGRate is $139 (one king or two doubles, as available) and includes one parking spot. Sheraton (706 John Nolen Drive, 608-251-2300)Online booking link: https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/TecmoMadisonRate is $89 (one king of two doubles, as available) and includes unlimited parking. 8-bit 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qb_browns Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Some say he appears on high value stamps in Sweden and that he is illegal in 17 states...all I know is that he's called Dan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8-bit Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 Hotel Info Sheraton (706 John Nolen Drive, 608-251-2300) Online booking link: https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/TecmoMadison Rate is $89 (one king of two doubles, as available) and includes unlimited parking. Sweet. I saved $120.00 by switching from the Holiday Inn Express to the Sheraton for the weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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