5th Trials - Phase 2

[Hyroen]

When I feel awkward simply posting this, something has gone on for too long.

I think it's appropriate to let the situation be discussed between kev and majofa.
On another note, I am really liking the fact that we have to face the opposing element in one way and those that participate in our Trials in a different way.

Kudos to those who planned this phase, I really like the politics of it all.

[Jenkar]

When I feel awkward simply posting this, something has gone on for too long.

I think it's appropriate to let the situation be discussed between kev and majofa.
On another note, I am really liking the fact that we have to face the opposing element in one way and those that participate in our Trials in a different way.

Kudos to those who planned this phase, I really like the politics of it all.

+1. Kudos on the ban system too.

[ralouf]

I don't think all this drama is necessary.. If majofa doesn't want to keep the title and don't even want to try to keep it I can't see why it's THAT much important to choose the 3 banned cards..
Moreover Kev have always done a very good job.

[majofa]

/sigh I was just following the rules...

Each Master will PM to the Trials Overseer before challenger battles start two sets of bans for the challenger tournaments

I PM'd kevkev the bans, he never responded that I couldn't make the bans, then he posted different ones. Not saying anything is what got me. (lack of communication)

[ralouf]

I agree that he should have answered you but he must have a lot stuff to do. Choosing the banned cards isn't that important I'm sure you agree majofa. There is no reason to do that much drama for that even if I understand you're willing to choose the banned cards and that kevkev should have PM'd you that's not a real matter..

[xdude]

I agree that he should have answered you but he must have a lot stuff to do. Choosing the banned cards isn't that important I'm sure you agree majofa. There is no reason to do that much drama for that even if I understand you're willing to choose the banned cards and that kevkev should have PM'd you that's not a real matter..

And that drama won't go away if you all keep taking sides rather than waiting for it to die...

[kev]

I PM'd kevkev the bans, he never responded that I couldn't make the bans, then he posted different ones. Not saying anything is what got me. (lack of communication)

You're right maj.  I should have dropped you a note and I apologize.  I hope you realize it isn't personal.  I've always thought you were a standup guy (it's why I drafted you in War 2).  It just made sense to me to treat the situation like other Trials where Masters elected not to participate.

Let's all move on. 

Thanks to those above who offerred feedback on the new opposing element duels.  Be sure to include it when you post in the Trials Suggestions and Feedback  (http://elementscommunity.org/forum/index.php/topic,35926.0.html) thread as well.

[RavingRabbid]

Facing two different elements can be quite... distracting.

*enjoys*

[Bootsza]

I really enjoyed Phase 2 - thanks!

Playing opposing element challengers added a tremendous amount to this.  Nifty idea.

[MrBlonde]

the amount of no plays in the masters tourney is a bit disappointing. oh well. good luck 10men and higs. =)

[willng3]

the amount of no plays in the masters tourney is a bit disappointing.

Yes.  But at the same time I don't think it's really surprising.  My last duel with Napalm was a surprise to me that it was completed simply because my schedule was filled with classes and work relating to those classes on the days that she was free.  This round I was scheduled to be with family for nearly the entire time, so the chances of me happening to catch nils was limited.  I'm not aware of the situation for everyone else, but I really would have appreciated the flexibility that longer rounds would have offered in regards to my schedule.

[MrBlonde]

the amount of no plays in the masters tourney is a bit disappointing.

Yes.  But at the same time I don't think it's really surprising.  My last duel with Napalm was a surprise to me that it was completed simply because my schedule was filled with classes and work relating to those classes on the days that she was free.  This round I was scheduled to be with family for nearly the entire time, so the chances of me happening to catch nils was limited.  I'm not aware of the situation for everyone else, but I really would have appreciated the flexibility that longer rounds would have offered in regards to my schedule.

Yeah, completely understandable, didn't mean it to sound derogatory in any way. For events like this i do wish we had a bit more time.