[NORCAL] KOF XIII Ranking Battles @ Southtown Arcade | July 10th 2011

[Demoninja]

* Matches from Top 8 forward are Two out of Three Rounds, Two out of Three Games for a Match set.

Also can you explain this bit? I'm not sure what it's saying.

I mean you established that a match is two out of three rounds. What's the second mean?

[FataCon]

It's probably C&P from another tournament template. Rounds in KOF are a lot different than in other fighting games since it's not 1v1, rather 3v3. Instead of the usual 3 round max, a KOF match could be anywhere from 3 rounds (straight/OCV) to 5 rounds (both players on 3rd character).

Personally, I wouldn't say "Match set" either. Keep it simple. There are rounds in a match and matches in a set. I wouldn't bother mentioning rounds since it's dependent on gameplay (meaning you can't adjust this as an option anyway).

I would stick with "Double Elimination. Best of 3 matches (Grand Finals - best of 5 matches)."

[Demoninja]

I kind of assumed he meant round as in one whole 3v3. but yeah c/p from another tournament definitely doesn't work.

[Reiki.Kito]

I used the template from the MvC3 one that Southtown made and made edits. Most of the rules made sense, but I probably missed this one. I'll be sure to strike it, but you can just note it means nothing really in KoF.

Also, I tend to put it in training mode as well, but if we're going to do this legit, the easiest way is to just make a warning about it. Last time, I allowed winners to reselect if they wanted (Which meant training mode wasn't that big a deal). Again, I know how you feel, but I will make an announcement about it on the day of. I will also be at the machine all day taking notes like I did last time. If you have any other questions; I'm always available.

[Demoninja]

Oh no this isn't a big deal at all. It's just I was wondering if I'd get punished since I auto do it. I'll really try to remember though.

[Reiki.Kito]

Okay then, just let me know if there are any more problems or confusion. I'll try to answer/fix them as best as I can!

[Demoninja]

Please remember to tune in today at 1pm PST for the IPW KOF 13 stream!

[Reiki.Kito]

Results for July 24th have been posted.

ADDED: Current Standing section to keep track of who has points and how many.

[DarKaoZ]

The stream was great, lots of great matches, the finals were really cool to watch, specially Kane Chin.

[Reiki.Kito]

I'm glad you liked it! We're trying to increase the speed of the tournament, but foul-ups happen and it generally can last a while. I feel we did really good and it allowed people to play in tournaments like AE and Marvel while still playing KoF.

[tsubasa]

Wondering why there are 5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th place listed.  Since it's double elim, there should be ties for 5th and 7th.

[nilcam]

I found the stream very engaging. NorCal seems to be improving rapidly.

[THE ANSWER]

Congratulations to the tournament organizers this was a beautiful event. I look forward to attending one of this in the future.

[Reiki.Kito]

@Tsubasa: That's how they set up their other tournaments and I tried to copy their system the best way I can. I don't understand why you say there should be a tie in points for 5th and 7th. It might be how the question is phrased or I might not understand what you're trying to get at. However, if you don't mind explaining, I can get the jist. I really do appreciate all the helpful advice and feedback!

@Nilcam: We're practicing every chance we get. I try to find time to practice, but event day I'm always choking up! I'm glad you did enjoy the stream though.

@THE ANSWER: Thank you very much! I look forward to meeting you and hopefully seeing you participate!

[Demoninja]

Here James I'll fix the results and try to explain why it should be that way. I'll fix my name too -.-''

1. Geo.YUC (Kula, Terry, Robert): 10
2. Isaiah (Shen, Vice, Maxima or Ralf, Shen, Maxima): 7
3. CharREX (Iori, Clark, Kyo): 5
4. Renzo (Andy, Raiden, K' or Andy, Shen, K'): 3
5. Paul (Andy, Elisabeth, K'): 2
5. Fatacon (Leona, Duolon, King or Vice, Duolon, King): 2
7. Hotpockets (Joe, Kim, Terry): 1
7. D' (Iori, K', Athena or Kyo, K', Athena): 1

July 24th Ranking Battles:
1. CMD.DUC (Ash) (Predominant Teams: K', Ash, Shen or Iori, Ash, Shen): 10
2. Kane317 (Duolon, Shen, Chin): 7
3. Renzo (Andy, Raiden, K' or Andy, Shen, K'): 5
4. Demoninja (Andy, Kula, Raiden): 3
5. 4leaf (Mature, Leona, Athena or Shen, Leona, Mature): 2
5. Fixel (Ralf, Shen, Ryo): 2
7. Fatacon (Duolon, Leona, King): 1
7. Hotpockets (Joe, Kim, Terry or Ryo, Joe, Terry): 1

Current Standings:
1. Geo.YUC = 10
1. CMD.DUC = 10
3. Renzo = 8
4. Kane317 = 7
4. Isaiah = 7
6. CharRex = 5
7. Demoninja = 3
7. Fatacon = 3
9. Hotpockets = 2
9. Paul = 2
9. 4leaf = 2
12. D' = 1
12. Fixel = 1

The reason why you have tied for 5th and 7th is that the two players who are supposed to be 5th/6th have the same number of wins and losses so they're both 5th place. Same with 7th. I changed the point standing to reflect the same concept. It makes no sense to say someone is 1st and another is 2nd when they have the same amount of points.