USA vs. Euro

sadistic · Posted: 29.01.2014 15:59 Post subject: USA vs. Euro

Over the years, euros have certainly been better stratego players than americans, likely because they take it more seriously, have a calmer demeanor and most importantly, do not get laid as often (this scrambles the brain, you see).

In recent times, we have seen a handful of fine American players plowing their way to the top of the food chain and in memory of the beloved unbiasbob, I would like to present a challenge. Deron, Zach21, GrizzlyBen (nothing gentle about this mauler), Tableplay vs. 4 of your favorite regularly active European players in a tournament.

Perhaps we could deem it the Bobbaloo Tournament of Champions and participate in this once a year. I know, if there is life after death (to hell with Tableplay's atheist nonsense), unbiasbob will be watching and enjoying every move.

Now, don't go digging up ghosts from the past (Wussy, Lion, playa1, Lighty, morx etc). Put together 4 of gravon's active players, who play here regularly. Geez, you euros had some all time greats. Too bad they don't play anymore but you still have NoChance, DerMonster, Ace etc. (or whomever you choose to field) - a very strong crew.

Good idea?

sadistic · Posted: 30.01.2014 02:52 Post subject:

fonias, Rapunzel........first 4 high rated euros to agree, are in. I don't even have to ask the americans, especially zach the barbarian.

ruben87 · Posted: 30.01.2014 14:58 Post subject:

I would like to join. But I might not be good enough for the top 4...

sadistic · Posted: 30.01.2014 21:56 Post subject:

nochance · Posted: 31.01.2014 21:10 Post subject: challenge...

"morx, lighty..."

interesting you know this names, Deron. You are playing here for how long?

Im not looking forward for a europe-USA-challenge. dutchs and germans in one team??? come on !!

Its also not easy to fix a team. By ranking? By a team-leader?

However, let's play stratego!
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samuel · Posted: 31.01.2014 23:34 Post subject:

There are a lot more elite German players so you could argue for a Germany vs Rest of World event, but it doesn't have quite the same ring to it as USA v Europe! I think if a lot of players wanted in you would need to hold qualifying matches rather than just look at the rankings. However it seems not many are volunteering yet!

Deron you forgot to mention Sadistic in your list of old timers as well. You remember him I am sure.

sadistic · Posted: 01.02.2014 02:03 Post subject: Re: challenge...

sadistic · Posted: 01.02.2014 02:05 Post subject:

samuel · Posted: 01.02.2014 02:52 Post subject:

Well you might need another player for the US team. But I believe Sadistic remains banned from the site. Or does he?

Yes some good Dutch players too but the German team would be very strong.

Anyone know where the mysterious Razoa is from? Sitting atop the rankings yet little is known about him!

sadistic · Posted: 01.02.2014 14:54 Post subject:

samuel · Posted: 01.02.2014 18:43 Post subject:

Hmm, he marks moved pieces on his computer screen? That's a bit much. I rarely forget whats moved, its one of my strengths I guess. It always amazes me how often an opponent will forget a piece has moved and I can just leave it there without worry. Anyway Razoa seems to be a top player, but it would be good if he played a bit more often. He could certainly be in the European team though.

zach21 · Posted: 03.02.2014 23:56 Post subject:

what about a 4x4 tourney,,, of USA, Dutch, German, World?

sadistic · Posted: 04.02.2014 13:40 Post subject:

Sounds good to me, Zach.

jensneuij · Fortgeschrittener Joined: 01 Feb 2013 Posts: 90

How about the same tournament but with the lowest ranked players too?

ruben87 · Posted: 04.02.2014 17:14 Post subject: