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Season 13 coming to an end... the final run for glory!
Only five days left till season 13 of the Blackbox Trophy and the IRONDWARF Trophy will come to an end. So pack your stuff and get on the pitch, it is time for some last minute glory!

Since it is the first season for IDT I am going to focus on this and leave the BBT and Steel Gauntlet entries to the more experienced once.

This is only a preliminary view since there are still five days left for all those ambitious coaches out there to make a difference... and maybe that is the reason for this blog post: Tease them to act!



While Naama, fixii and spinball as coaches are outstanding there is also a tendency on rosters with Norse and Amazon, Dwarf, Orc, but also Necromantic Horror that got earned more than others.

EDIT: Sorry I forgot to mention before: The overall lead with 20! wins of Fermano with his Lizards is really an outstanding achievement (IMO).


The following overview shows the current roster leads



Naama and Elyod are leading the pack here... at least for those rosters I can evaluate. Ogre and Hafling have no entries in the Top100 and thus I cannot see who is leading there.

As said before: If you want to make a difference to this preliminary standing, get your teams ready and play some Blackbox games!

Cheers,
Chris

PS: Please excuse the poor visuals / excel spreadsheed screenshots.

PSS: This has all been done manually. If you find any discrepancies, please feel free to contact me.
Posted by CrisisChris on Apr 25
rating 6 6
Chainsaw Plus Mighty Blow?
Let me lay out the rules I looked at and then post the question, so you all know I tried to find this on my own.

Add 1 to any Armour or Injury roll made by a player with this skill when an opponent is Knocked Down by this player during a block. Note that you only modify one of the dice rolls, so if you decide to use Mighty Blow to modify the Armour roll, you may not modify the Injury roll as well. ***Mighty Blow cannot be used with the Stab or Chainsaw skills.***

Chainsaw says NOTHING about MB under itself.

I recently played a game where I blitzed a chainsaw, got a 3 and a 1 for the dice and the +3 chainsaw did not break. But my tree had mighty blow. Should I not be able to apply MB to that AV roll?

I think I should because my player is not the one USING the chainsaw so Im not actually combining it with anything. OR are the rules interpretted to say as the attacker, I am using the opps chainsaw for a +3 so I cannot use my mb with it?

Posted by Jogrenaught on Apr 24
rating 6 50
I'm sorry
unfortunately I won't be able to get back online properly until the 10th May, when I'll get out of the hospital.
so, to everyone who has business with one of my teams, I guess I'll have to forfeit.
Take care, drink enough water, avoid ultra-processed foods and unnecessary salt.
see you there
A
Posted by awambawamb on Apr 23
rating 5.6 10
Two weeks in April...
Springtime in the northern hemisphere. Everything is growing and starting to bloom. A new beginning in nature... So why not do something new in BB as well?

As I wrote in my prior post, I finished the ‘all Elf BBT run’ beginning of April and enrolled to the Elven Union and Necromantic Horror XLF as well as to the O[L]C Lightweight Championship.

Since I did not have too much experience with (scheduled) tournaments, this was a bit too much at once and I needed to face the consequences. I did not find the time to schedule all three round one games without risking to tear the deadline and thus decided to drop from the Elven Union XLF in time to prevent a delay for the whole tournament. While I knew this meant one less game for my opponent (Sorry Solaris!), I thought open and timely communication may be more important than sticking to the tournament (even if Elven Union is one of my favourite rosters!) as long as possible and creating a delay for the rest of the coaches.

And very soon I experienced the other side of the coin in the second XLF. I completed my round 1 match two days before the communicated deadline on April 9th. Unfortunately, the other two coaches could not agree upon a time for their match, and I needed to wait till April 14th for the coinflip decision on who would be my opponent in round 2, only to wait another 4 days for the forwarded coach to communicate that he will not play our match. I do not want to judge this, because I do not know the underlying reasons. Just wanted to bring this up as an example what can happen in a tournament as well. So, I played only one match, et voila I face Java in the final.

Compared to that the O[L]C Lightweight went as intended. All games were played! And with the help of Nuffle I was able to win the cup with the ‘Sisters of the Lake’ (Avelorn).

To fill the free slots that open spontaneously and cannot be filled with scheduled tournament or league games, I decided to try Norse. After all that Elven rosters - which I still love - a bit more bashing. WaffleIron convinced me with some of his comments in the 145 Discord channel that they may be fun and so I gave them a go. Without any real intention. But after 8 games and a record of 7/0/1, I may try to win the remaining 4 matches (one win not counting towards the IDT score because I messed up the first match and did not play it in the blackbox) to earn the IDT Norse badge... If time and Nuffle allows!

So, here we are 8 days left in the season. Having won my first ever tournament, facing the legend Java in another final, one of the IDT badges within reach and still hoping for a lucky slot in the Steel Gauntlet... Two weeks in April can really mean some changes!

Cheers,
Chris


EDIT I: I wrote about the patience I needed during the scheduled XLF, but this can also happen in a blackbox or Gamefinder match. I think the Disconnection procedure is very good and if all coaches act in good faith and understand/respect the coach on the other side of the line there should be no problems. But sometimes things happen that ask for some patience... even more that close to the end of the season.

Update: I managed to get in 11 wins with the Norse and thus earned the IDT badge. The team is Not yet frozen, but reached end-of-season state and I will not re-draft it, but consider using them in a tournament.
Posted by CrisisChris on Apr 22
rating 6 4
Dungeon Bowl I Edition
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Old World Championship



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Dungeon Bowl

1st Round

The Hobgoblin Teams vs Chaos All Stars 0-1

Chaos All Stars secured a narrow 1-0 victory over The Hobgoblin Team in a tense and hard-fought match. Their solid defense and a decisive goal proved to be the difference-maker.

Bruendar Grimjacks vs Vynheim Valkyries 1-0

The Grimjacks, led by Frank N. Stein, edged out Vinny Valhalla’s Valkyries 1-0 in a tightly contested battle. A single breakthrough sealed the win in a clash of strength and strategy.

Champions of Death vs Nurgle Rotters 2-1

The Champions of Death triumphed 2-1 in overtime against Bilerot Vomitflesh’s Nurgle Rotters. A late surge in extra time secured their hard-earned victory in a gruesome showdown.

Dwarf Giants vs Dark Renegades 2-1

The Giants claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Renegades, battling through fierce resistance to emerge on top. Grit and determination made the difference in this intense matchup.

Semifinals

Chaos All Stars vs Bruendar Grimjacks 0-1

In a fiercely balanced clash, Morg 'n' Thorg’s team fell 1-0 to the Grimjacks. A single moment of brilliance tipped the scales in a match where both sides gave it their all.

Champions of Death vs Dwarf Giants 0-1

In another razor-tight match, the Giants slipped into the final with a 1-0 win over Ramtut’s team. A lone goal was enough to decide a clash marked by tension and determination.

Final

Bruendar Grimjacks vs Dwarf Giants 3-0

In a final where the scoreline flattered the victors, the Bruendar Grimjacks, led by Frank N. Stein and coached by DaCoach, claimed the Dungeon Cup in commanding fashion. Their grit and discipline proved decisive on the big stage.


Next cup.... Blood Bowl Cup

Link to the tournament
Create a team here
Sign them up here

When we have 8 teams... Blood Bowl Cup kick off
Posted by Fol on Apr 21
rating 6 3
FUMBBL Brawl 23 Apr (No draw)
Palette: #6c706f (gray), #776a59 (tan), #e30007 (red), #f2c61d (yellow), #1b4101 (green)



Brawls are a weekly drawn tourney for Competitive Division teams and will be run on the KotH system, meaning the second round pairing will be generated randomly after the first round is complete.

Tourneys Drawn
Low (up to 1350 TV): 0
Mid (from 1355 to 1650 TV): 0
Hi (from 1655 TV up): 0


Teams Short to Draw Next Tourney
Low (up to 1350 TV): 3
Mid (from 1355 to 1650 TV): 3
Hi (from 1655 TV up): 8


Please remember that TV is the deciding factor in which Brawl your team will be a part of and includes missing players! (It is not Current Team Value(CTV)!)

Draws will be made on Wednesday if there are enough participants, usually between 1200-1400 server time. You will receive a PM that you're in the tourney when it starts. Tournament announcements on the official FUMBBL Discord #minors channel. Game announcements will be made in my Leagues Discord, in the Minor Tournament channel.

If you are interested in participating, read here: Group Page and FUMBBL Tournament Rules.

Team may apply on the Brawl Team page.

Please be aware:
Only Competitive Division teams will be accepted.

Prizes
Record on your profile
Random extra MVP

Posted by razmus on Apr 21
rating 0 0
Big Bash Cup
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BIG BASH CUP



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The tournament uses one roster, but it lists all the big guy players (all strength 5+ players from all the normal and SL rosters).

When we have 8 teams, Big Bash cup kick off.

Link to the tournament here
Create a team here
Sign them up here
Posted by Fol on Apr 20
rating 0 3
Blitz 'Dem - GDR Edition #2; Issue #1


'Blitz 'Dem', the preeminent periodical for all things Blood Bowl, having been published by diligent grotz since 1964 IC, brings you the key facts from the opening Gameweek of the inaugural season of the Greenskins Draft Rumble.

= GAMEWEEK 1 ROUND-UP =
The second season of the Greenskins Draft Rumble has commenced with plenty of new faces and new franchises competing for the title. And the opening week was just as stunning as the end of the previous season!

= STAR PLAYER POINTS =
There were five players who recorded more than 5 SPP:

6 SPP - Wrath (Iron Crag Claws); Orzog Shugdurbam (Nordland Skullsmasherz); Hazel Nuts (Grom Peak Scrappers)
7 SPP - Moose Groinstamp (Drakwald 'Ardboyz); Dazlug Mudshredda (Altdorf Bloodhounds)

= CASUALTIES =
Not one player managed to inflict more than 1 casualty, which is, on one hand, a sorry state of affairs. On the other, it's nice to see that responsibility being shared across the team.

= BLOCKS =
Seven players delivered 10+ blocks in their games. This suggests some teams are using one heavy hitter and avoiding being in contact with too many opponents.

11 blocks - Ruk Toegrinder (Karak Norn Crusherz); Leg Snapper (Iron Crag Clawz); Head Stompa (Iron Crag Clawz)
12 blocks - Ghazghkull Thraka (Drakwald 'Ardboyz); Arm Snapper (Averland Bat-Squigs); Dakkul Beastmaw; Grotz Eargrinda (both Nordland Skullsmasherz)

= TOUCHDOWNS =
Two players laid down a marker on the scoring charts in Gameweek 1 - Hazel Nuts became the first player to score for two separate franchises! In Season I, he crossed the line 3 times in 3 games for the Badlands Black Feathers, before falling out with the coach and being let go. This Season, for the Grom Peak Scrappers, he scored twice in their opening game. Orzog Shugdurbam scored 2 touchdowns in 2 matches for the Nordland Skullsmasherz and repeated the feat for the third time against Champions Cup holders, Karaz Azgaraz Fanatics.

2 touchdowns - Orzog Shugdurbam (Nordland Skullsmasherz); Hazel Nuts (Grom Peak Scrappers)

= FOULS =
A tentative start here, with just three players committing more than 2 fouls. However, it is worth noting that Mudspitta of the Skullsmasherz managed to kill record SPP scorer and Season I MVP runner-up Journey Ruth. It is bravery and guile like that which will make Mudspitta a legends (or villain) in the annals of the league.

2 fouls - Madelyn Pierce (Karak Norn Crusherz); Borgu Flingbone; Slugg Bonekrakka (both Dragonback Squigs)
3 fouls - Skabzit Mudspitta (Nordland Skullsmasherz)

= RUSHING YARDS =
Eight players surpassed 30 rushing yards in one game, with two setting new league records! Orzog Shugdurbam must have thought he would have eclipsed the 41 yard record set by himself last season, only for Dazlugg Mudshredda of the Bloodhounds to achieve an incredible 50 yards! Well done, that man.

23 yards - Hazel Nuts (Grom Peak Scrappers)
24 yards - Durg Nightfang (Averland Bat-Squigs)
37 yards - Miranda Slender (Tilean Sea Piratz)
44 yards - Orzog Shugdurbam (Nordland Skullsmasherz)
50 yards - Dazlugg Mudshredda (Altdorf Bloodhounds)

= PASSING YARDS =
A single-digit trend continues, with nobody looking likely to surpass the 8 yard record set last season.

3 yards - Grunk Gorefang (Karak Azgaraz Fanatics); Karson Barbo (Karak Norn Crusherz)


= AWARD WINNERS =
Each Gameweek, there will be awards for some notable players and coaches:

MVP
Orzog Shugdurbam has to be pleased with himself. Briefly, increasing his own record for Rushing Yards. Scoring twice in a crucial season opener which saw his Skullsmasherz gain revenge over the Fanatics. All that whilst avoiding a revved up Fanatics, looking for physical retribution for the loss of their own iconic star. Powerful stuff in GW1.

Golden Clipboard
TheRedoubt (Altdorf Bloodhounds)
Coach Redoubt made a strong start to his GDR career with a statement win over the Mount Gunbad Big 'Uns, who are led by the experienced Kozilek. The Bloodhounds managed to win despite conceding in T4 and playing much of the first half with 10 men, after losing Skorhag Facewhakka in T5, but scored in T8 and T16 to see off the threat of the Big 'Uns.

Best Result
d4bbl3z (Grom Peak Scrappers)
MATCHSCORESCORERS
Drakwald 'Ardboyz1'Moose' Groinstamp
Grom Peak Scrappers2Hazel Nuts x2
A strong start for the Scrappers with an opening day win over the Super Shield winners. The Scrappers suffered 2 KOs and a T8 touchdown before earning their own pair of knock-outs and a T14 equaliser. The 'Ardboyz fluffed their lines and Hazel Nuts ran in a clutch buzzer-beater in T17! The 'Ardboyz can take heart from the violence inflicted on their opponents but will rue the way they failed to see out the game.
= IN MEMORIAM =
For every winner, there must be a loser and, to give them their (final) moment in the limelight, we recognise those players who left us this week:

‣ Journey Ruth (Karak Azgaraz Fanatics) - the Nordland Skullsmasherz got their revenge for their defeat in last season Champions Cup Final by eliminating the Fanatics' star Blitzer, a game in which Ruth scored. One of the biggest losses to the league and a blow to the Fanatics hopes of retaining their title.
‣ Carson Moira (Bretonnia Brutes) - the Blitzer committed one block and one foul and then was permanently retired.
‣ Skorhag Facewhakka (Altdorf Bloodhounds) - a rookie Blitzer and the last player to join the roster. Also, the first to leave it.
Posted by intrepidwilson on Apr 20
rating 0 0
[SL20] Stunty Cup V - 3 May

3 May!
(22h00)
It's that time again! Hopefully the Secret League and especially Secret League STUNTY folks have been feeding up their stunty teams, because the Fifth Annual Secret League Stunty Cup is, once again, upon us.

We shall have an elimination tournament, and it shall be glorious. At my count, there's twenty-two possible rosters, but these guys are small and easy to overlook... I might have missed some. The winner gets their stunty team's name inscribed on the BIG plaque in Secret League headquarters.

Enrollment is open now. Get your team signed up... don't miss out.

(Imagine those sad little eyes lookup up at your if you miss out on team enrollment. Don't do it! Don't disappoint them!)
Posted by razmus on Apr 18
rating 6 3