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Green Bay, WI - 10/20/18 - GBLAN Presents Full Nelson Hardcore Tecmo Super Bowl Tournament


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What : Full Nelson Tecmo Super Bowl Hardcore Format Tournament

When : October 20th, 2018, 10:30 AM

Where : Edge VR Arcade 2642 Packerland Dr, Green Bay, WI 54313

Cost : $25 via Paypal to [email protected], $30 at the door.  $5 discount for prepay  on or before September 25th.

Format : Swiss followed by single elimination bracket.

Prizes: Payouts to top 4 players will be made in a 50/25/15/10 percentage.  Payout is directly tied to number of entrants, and total entry fees collected.  Approximately 2/3 of entry fees collected are paid out in prize pools.  Example :  40 players prepay before cutoff and pay $20.  Rounding to the nearest dollar the  prize pool would be $528.  1st $264/2nd $132/3rd $79/4th $53.  Additional collectable prizes will be available to win.

 

Players may also RSVP our Facebook event https://tinyurl.com/tecmofullnelson

 

Rules:

1. Tier list for group play.  Winner of coin toss is player 1 and chooses tier.  Loser of coin toss chooses team from tier player 1 selected or a lower tier.  Winner of coin toss chooses team second from tier originally chosen or lower tier.

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2. We will not keep track of teams used during group play.  Choose the team that best suits you in group play under the tier list guidelines.

 

3. Customizing Playbooks and Lineup Changes.  You are allowed to change your selected team's playbook before each game.  Checking the change / substitution screen is allowed during gameplay.  Once per quarter for each player is the recommendation. 

 

4. All substitutions of any player in any position is LEGAL

 

5.  No ties. If a game is tied when regulation concludes, competitors will proceed to OT. All OT’s will be 5-minute sudden death periods. If no one scores in the first OT, the second OT will be only the first quarter in a new game. This process will be repeated until a winner emerges. So that one competitor does not start with the ball in every OT period, the receiving team (i.e. team that gets the ball first) shall alternate beginning with the second OT period.

 

6. Defensive Lineman Lurching / Nose Tackle Dive / Any D-Lineman Dive is LEGAL

 

7. Nintendo Malfunctions: If there is an equipment failure in the first half, games will be replayed from the start. If equipment malfunctions in the 2nd half, only the second half is replayed. In that event, the scores from each half are added together to obtain a final score. If the game was uncompetitive or the equipment malfunctioned due to human error, the tourney organizers reserve the right to declare a winner without replaying any portion of the game.

 

8. Tournament Disputes: Trojan1979 is the sole tournament referee. He will decide all disputes as he is not a competitor in this event.

 

9. Competitors are allowed to bring their own controller, but it has to be an official Nintendo rectangle controller, official Nintendo dogbone controller, or a Hyperkin, Cirka, Gamerztek, or Old Skool 3rd party controller.  We reserve the right to inspect and deny use of any controller for any reason.

 

10. All systems are either original NES consoles, or top loading clone consoles by Gamerztek, all hooked up via composite connection on CRT screens.

 

MARQUEE MATCHUP STREAM - https://www.twitch.tv/tgfnretro
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This professional live coverage will be voiced and broadcasted by Troy GBLAN, organizer and voice of the GBLAN Online Tecmo Super Bowl Tournament.  Troy will be showcasing the best players this tournament has to offer from opening kickoff until the champion is crowned!  I encourage everyone to check out tgfnretro on Twitch and follow as they cover Tecmo events all over the country.

 

THE PLAYER’S STREAM: - https://www.youtube.com/theretrosportsgamer

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Have you ever wanted to be a commentator at a Tecmo Tournament?  Maybe you just want to cut a wrestling promo Tecmo style?  This is your opportunity!  This stream will be run by The Retro Sports Gamer teams.  The goal of this stream is to capture the natural essence of the tournament and get as many unique players on stream as possible.  Want to play on stream?  Just ask!  We will do our best to broadcast your game next.

 

 

Players that register and can't make the tournament with at least one week notice will be fully refunded. 

 

Dallaire Realty has stepped up as a pizza sponsor, so free pizza is awesome..  Currently the Edge VR Arcade is working on securing a beer license.  I've been assured that in the unlikely event that this doesn't happen, we will be able to bring our own and do a beer swap.  This worked very well during the NHL94 tournament we ran there back in February.

 

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Current RSVP

Total players 31

 

1 - The Retro Sports Gamer

2 - Hank the Tank

3 - DPS(Daniel Patrick Slattery)

4 - Apple Jacks

5 - PunkyQB

6 - Nelson79

7 - Angryjay93

8 - Michael Joyce(owner of Player 2 Arcade Bar)

9 - Green Bay Greg(Owner of Dallaire Realty and our pizza sponsor, free entry)

10 - NMUFred(won free entry)

11 - Joeygats

12 - Phil Enderby

13 - Timpapi

14 - Ryan Murdock

15 - Chris Bain

16 - Robert Johnson

17 - Richard Fredrick

18 - Lumberjack Cracks

19 - Jason Stazio

20 - Nate England

21 - Eric Dingledein

22 - Tundrayeti

23 - Baconfan(event sponsor free entry)

24 - Mike Grahek

25 - Aaron Zepnik

26 - Justin Peters

27 - David Keith Schearer

28 - Malferds

29- Kevin Tyler Craig

30 - Travis F

31 - Robert Wise

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On 9/1/2018 at 2:41 PM, trojan1979 said:

Cost : $25 via Paypal to [email protected], $30 at the door.  $5 discount for prepay  on or before September 25th.

 

On 9/1/2018 at 2:41 PM, trojan1979 said:

Example :  40 players prepay before cutoff and pay $20. 

 

It would appear it costs $10 (or $5 if you pre-pay) to get in the door and $20 to play in the tourney. If someone brings a guest who isn't playing does that person also need to pay a cover?

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On 9/1/2018 at 2:41 PM, trojan1979 said:

Rules:

1. Tier list for group play.  Winner of coin toss is player 1 and chooses tier.  Loser of coin toss chooses team from tier player 1 selected or a lower tier.  Winner of coin toss chooses team second from tier originally chosen or lower tier.

Two-player one chooses tier one. And player two chooses New England Patriots. It is then up to player one to choose their team. Can he still choose within Tier 1?  

 

That's just an example to backup the question that if a player chooses a team below the tier selected, does the second team also need to pick below the tier selected?

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22 hours ago, Knobbe said:

 

 

 

It would appear it costs $10 (or $5 if you pre-pay) to get in the door and $20 to play in the tourney. If someone brings a guest who isn't playing does that person also need to pay a cover?

 

 

@Knobbe it looks like this got pinned, so thank you very much.  Thanks for the questions, and let me get those answered.


$30 is the walk in cost, as in anyone that walks in the day of the event to register.  $25 is the cost to those that register online after September 25th.  Those that register on or before September 25th receive a discount of $5 knocking the price of participation down to $20.  Hopefully that clears that up for you.

 

At this time there is no cover for being a spectator at this event.  As this is being held at a business(Edge VR Arcade) with public traffic, ultimately paying customers of the venue, and our tournament participants would receive priority access over spectators should the venue reach an occupancy capacity.  Spectators are encouraged to visit, and take advantage of the amazing experience put on by the Edge VR Arcade team.  There truly is nothing like it in our regional market.

 

 

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13 hours ago, malferds said:

Two-player one chooses tier one. And player two chooses New England Patriots. It is then up to player one to choose their team. Can he still choose within Tier 1?  

 

That's just an example to backup the question that if a player chooses a team below the tier selected, does the second team also need to pick below the tier selected?

 

If Tier 1 is called, and Player 2 is so bold as to call Seattle, Player 1 can still select a Tier 1 team, or any other team(except Seattle) based on this rule set.  Those of us that have played Tecmo for any length of time would say that's not a wise move for Player 2, but to each his own. 

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13 hours ago, malferds said:

Also, is it normal to have lurching allowable at tournaments? I've only been to Tecmo Madison so I don't really follow this stuff, don't judge.

 

Thanks for your question!  Forgive the long answer, but I'm hoping to answer more broadly so folks understand what's different in case anyone else stumbles on this question.

 

The Hardcore format, which allows lurching from the DL position is in the minority when compared with the majority of tournaments that have emerged over the years.

 

We acknowledge that this format does cause certain challenges and risks for some teams, and certain playbook selections.  This and other rules such as the ability to place WR in running plays alters things based on your preferred team selection, but does not break the game.

 

Teams with faster MS QBs are more easily able to avoid lurching while under center, as well as make opponents pay for doing so.  Vinnie, Majik, and Peete all give their team a boost in this cause.  Teams with elite defenders on the DL, especially the NT position  can pose risk to certain under center plays.  Teams like the Packers, Raiders, and the Lions all valued just a bit higher because of these positional advantages.

 

Teams that can step up their running attack with this rule set include Houston, Philly, Miami, LA Rams, Minnesota, Washington, Atlanta, Green Bay, and New England.

 

If you'd like to take a look at the video coverage posted in this response of the Hardcore Tecmo Championship in Chicago, you will see that the Tecmo cream still rises to the top.

 

In short, we believe that there is a demand for a tournament format that is minimally restrictive in its approach, giving newer players an opportunity to hit the ground running without having a complex rule set for them to navigate, while still providing competitive high level play at the top.  The Tecmo Hardcore Championship proved this was a successful format, and with a bit of tweaking to the tiers, we are bringing said format to Green Bay.  I hope you will join us!

 

 

 

 

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I brought one of my kiddos over to the venue today for some VR.  Thought i'd share a glimpse of the venue to everyone.  The space will be made to accomodate our tournament needs.  Having run a successful NHL94 tournament there already, a the time the venue being half the size, this should be a solid experience for everyone.  You might have to friend me on Facebook if you can't view it.  https://www.facebook.com/100011188508470/videos/660793510970260/

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Greg Cundari aka Angryjay93, the defending King of 94 Sega Genesis champion of NHL94 will be present for this one. Flight is booked. I'm sure we will have some side NHL94 action going on throughout the weekend, in case you want to get your confidence cross checked.

 
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We are holding a free satellite tournament Friday night, as we shoot footage for our promo video.  Free entry to our October 20th event is on the line to the winner, or highest placing player that hasn't won a GBLAN or competing tournament event.

 

https://www.facebook.com/events/1815856331863516/

 

 

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You will be able to see our satellite tournament streamed tonight after 8 PM CST.  Head on over to www.twitch.tv/tgfnretro to hang out with us as we give away free access to our October 20th tournament!

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Congrats to @NMUFred on his victory last night, winning free entry!

 

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We did get to stream, but had limited time to get in and out of the venue, so we didn't have time to dial in the stream audio very well.  We were still able to capture games and add some commentary.

 

Enjoy!  

 

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As of right now we are at 18 players, and the $10 prepay discount expires tomorrow.

 

Get your payments sent over to [email protected] via paypal friends and family and let's get you locked in for a great day of Tecmo!

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We're happy to release this promo video that people can easily share on social media.  We expect a lot of first time Tecmo tournament players to make their appearance at this event, as well as some Tecmo veterans.  Enjoy!

 

 

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I'll be one of the contributors on The Retro Sports Gaming Monthly show tonight with Tom aka @allamerican1569.  We will touch base on this tournament at some point during the broadcast.  Angryjay93 will be on, and he will be playing in our tournament as well.  He is on to discuss the NHL94 tournament the following week primarily, but he's taken interest in this community.

 

See you tonight!

 

 

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Update on the adult beverages.  The Edge VR Arcade just got their beer license approved, so there will be a variety of beers in either bottles/cans available for your enjoyment.

 

 

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We are in the process of discussing activities for the the Friday night before the tournament.  We are looking to run a tournament the night before.  You can vote on your preference on Facebook.

 

 

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We will be setting up and welcoming open retro gaming to anyone signed up for the tournament 8PM October 19th at the venue.

 

We are planning two challenges for this evening.  One involves beating me at Mortal Kombat 2.  First person to do it wins $20

 

We are working out a similar challenge involving defending King of 94 champion Angryjay93, who will be in attendance, and will take on all comers in NHL94!  We are working out the payouts for matchups.

 

And of course, there will be an opportunity to knock off the rust in Tecmo, as we setup for the tournament.  Any additional helping hands are welcomed, but not required should you wish to help carry in equipment.

 

 

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