RadGuy 1,614 Posted January 16, 2017 Honestly, I think those who receive first round byes should not be random, but rather the people with the highest 2016 DDP scores. That would prevent a possible first-round matchup of say DeathImpends vs. DevonDeathTrip, neither of whom deserve to be eliminated in round one what with their skills. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungWillz 21,067 Posted January 16, 2017 Yeah! Seeding! And a televised draw on YouTube! Let's go mainstream! Yay!!!!!! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,480 Posted January 16, 2017 Hmm, I'd put it towards those likely to be effected. I dislike the idea of seeding, as who is to say Person X is better than Person Y, even if one has won the DDP and the other's won a wooden spoon, seeding is a Spanish Cup thing (and its rubbish there). However, in terms of needing a first round bye, as it stands, there'd be 8 byes in the first round. So, the floors open to the competitors here, and I'll concede to some of the teams with byes being chosen rather than random IF that's the general will of those involved. PS Even if that is decided, it's already my decision that I cannot qualify for a first round bye as the referee. Also, to make sure there's no unfortunate circumstances, I will post my team publicly shortly after the First Round Draw, so there can be no accusations or thoughts of personal abuse of the game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joey Russ 7,229 Posted January 16, 2017 How about this: The first four byes should be given to the top 4 DDP placers in 2016. That'd be Spade, Captain Chorizo, DDT, and Death Impends. Then the remaining byes should be given out by random. If their six byes remaining, give to the top 3, 4 byes top 2 and 2 byes one goes to Spade. I think that's fair. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deadsox 894 Posted January 16, 2017 I vote for random seeding. If we do this again next year the seeding could be based on this year's results. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grim Up North 3,727 Posted January 16, 2017 In my opinion the best Cup competitions have an element of chance in not only the match but also who you might face and who you might face next. I would not have seeding and have a draw after each round rather than a set draw from round 1. I would also agree that the byes in the first round should be top performers in previous years DDP (even though I've not taken part). I also wonder if, as it is a monthly competition, the teams are actually going to be made public or only the deaths notified to prevent copying and covering another team. Anyhow I don't really care I'm just happy to take part. Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rockhopper penguin 2,265 Posted January 17, 2017 In my opinion the best Cup competitions have an element of chance in not only the match but also who you might face and who you might face next. I would not have seeding and have a draw after each round rather than a set draw from round 1. I would also agree that the byes in the first round should be top performers in previous years DDP (even though I've not taken part). I also wonder if, as it is a monthly competition, the teams are actually going to be made public or only the deaths notified to prevent copying and covering another team. Anyhow I don't really care I'm just happy to take part. Cheers If you want it done competently and fairly you should ask the experts like FIFA.... Oh, hang on.. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,480 Posted January 19, 2017 34 and a half hours left in case anyones out there going "Maybe I'll enter, but I'm too shy" - what's the worst that can happen? Outside of getting thumped 10-0 by Death Impends of course... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RoverAndOut 4,746 Posted January 19, 2017 34 and a half hours left in case anyones out there going "Maybe I'll enter, but I'm too shy" - what's the worst that can happen? Outside of getting thumped 10-0 by Death Impends of course... A fate I am under no illusions could be heading my way... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joey Russ 7,229 Posted January 20, 2017 I admit, looking up people who are probably going to die soon that aren't cancer moms is a hard thing to do. I only have 4 out of 11 people selected, and 3 of them already have a forum mention, so they won't be unique. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,480 Posted January 20, 2017 I wouldn't worry, Joey - I suspect in 9 out of 10 cases it'll come to deft picking of the right names, rather than exquisite research. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,657 Posted January 20, 2017 So, to be clear (because my first XI plus sub is currently listed in a file on my computer at work). Once we get notification of the ties in each round we PM the team to msc who posts it when the round goes live, right? We don't splurge our cancer moms and cult hero cardiac cases all over the forum, or do we? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,480 Posted January 20, 2017 So, to be clear (because my first XI plus sub is currently listed in a file on my computer at work). Once we get notification of the ties in each round we PM the team to msc who posts it when the round goes live, right? We don't splurge our cancer moms and cult hero cardiac cases all over the forum, or do we? PM the first eleven (plus subs in case of early topplers) to me, I keep them quiet till midnight on January 31st. Then wham, announced in here in the most readable style possible, and we're all go, awaiting a "goal update" from Chris Kamara or whoever does them nowadays... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,657 Posted January 20, 2017 So, to be clear (because my first XI plus sub is currently listed in a file on my computer at work). Once we get notification of the ties in each round we PM the team to msc who posts it when the round goes live, right? We don't splurge our cancer moms and cult hero cardiac cases all over the forum, or do we? PM the first eleven (plus subs in case of early topplers) to me, I keep them quiet till midnight on January 31st. Then wham, announced in here in the most readable style possible, and we're all go, awaiting a "goal update" from Chris Kamara or whoever does them nowadays... Reet - they'll be reporting for action on Monday (assuming they're still breathing) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Mad Hatter 1,092 Posted January 20, 2017 So i assume execution picks are a no go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joey Russ 7,229 Posted January 20, 2017 So i assume execution picks are a no go. Like the kids, I think he assumes no one is enough of a cunt to choose in row mates who will be executed. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,657 Posted January 20, 2017 So i assume execution picks are a no go. I'm guessing - metaphorically - the equivalent of fielding a player in a real game without the requisite documentation (i.e. they'd invalidate the result). But, obviously; that's my best guess. If I find a few death row types lined up against me in round one I'll keep a straight face and play on. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,480 Posted January 20, 2017 1. No Kids (thats under the age of 18) 2. No executions (death row candidates only score if they die via other causes, heart attack or what not) 3. No pet dogs or other animals, humans only 4. No ISIS prisoners Or "fucking duh" as I was tempted to put it. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joey Russ 7,229 Posted January 20, 2017 1. No Kids (thats under the age of 18) 2. No executions (death row candidates only score if they die via other causes, heart attack or what not) 3. No pet dogs or other animals, humans only 4. No ISIS prisoners Or "fucking duh" as I was tempted to put it. Maybe add a 5th one; no missing in action types. Just a thought. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,480 Posted January 20, 2017 See in that case its just a waste of a spot on your team, because it wont be counted short of them turning up dead and clearly dead within 2017 in that month. Whereas 1, 2 and 4 are very obvious no-gos (as generally accepted by everyone on here in every single fucking deadpool) and 3 will guarantee mocking. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joey Russ 7,229 Posted January 20, 2017 I'm waiting for my opponents name in ten minutes... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,480 Posted January 21, 2017 And the entry period SLAMS SHUT! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joey Russ 7,229 Posted January 21, 2017 A nice 26 people are competing. Very nice for the first time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,480 Posted January 21, 2017 Right, we have 26 entrants, which means the first round will involve 20 players. These 20 will take part in 10 one on one ties, and the 10 winners from Round 1 will meet 6 competitors with byes in Round 2 for the Final 16, then Quarterfinals and so on. A draw of the names on Random.org gave us the following six people who have received BYES to the Second Round. Spade Cooley Bibliogryphon Death Impends DDT Deadsox Roverandout 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
