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Post by Regulus Black on May 28, 2022 22:30:44 GMT 10
It's hard to know what to put into the opening statement. I don't want it to be crazy long. But want it to be detailed enough. I started trying a game story thing- start to finish, but if I stick with that, I'm definitely going to have to trim it down. Because it's already over a full page - just with outlining things pre-merge. Maybe I should just lead with dot points then follow-up with specific details if prompted/asked for more info?
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Post by Regulus Black on May 29, 2022 16:22:42 GMT 10
Power of Partnerships
Partnerships dominated this game for its duration, and for good reason. Having a prior relationship, someone who you’ve specifically nominated to play with and, probably more important- having someone specifically nominate a desire to play with you. That drastically changes things. Spending 3 days together before the game began really brought these existing connections into the game.
Beyond that, pairs were incentivised to work together and play in unison due to the structure of the game – House Points, Switch/Flick and Owl Post all rewarded partners sticking together.
And they worked. Remarkably, the entire jury except Fleur were all able to play multiple rounds alongside their partner. Partnerships coordinated themselves and linked with other partnerships. Creating formidable blocs. Having command of the numbers throughout.
A month ago, all of us were hoping to do just that. Personally, a large part of the appeal of signing up was the prospect of playing with a partner. So what happens when before the first council your partner leaves? Game plan changes.
The New Plan
I no longer had security and the luxury that a partner affords. Beyond that, my strongest day 1 connection, Carrow left too. And with that, my game shifted and became an individual one. I’d now have to pull back and infiltrate. At this point, I decided to try and work on building bonds- but to push these relationships out in-front of myself. While doing this, I tried to also fuel some paranoia in others behind the scenes to try to shake the confidence between members in different partnerships. The goal being to try and fuel some division to avoid all the pairs wiping me out.
This pattern continued for most of the game. And the way it turned out, I’d develop a good bond and working relationship with someone, then they’d get voted out. This wasn’t all of my own doing though, which I’ll admit. Sometimes it was due to mistakes of the people who left. Sometimes it was down to immunity falling a certain way. Sometimes game structure was a factor. I mention these to certainly recognise the role which luck had in getting me here. But there was also a decent amount of positioning which I was able to pull off, to see myself prevail while you all fell.
I wasn’t in the privileged position of having a safety net along the way like some of you did. I wasn’t able to have someone looking out for me from the other Side who I could rely on. My challenge was to play an individual game, without elevating my profile too much too soon. I really had a thin margin of error. While someone like Yax played a good game, but from a position of comfort- playing from the front, not having to overcome much adversity along the way.
Not only was I the first player to lose their partner, but I also faced more councils than anyone in the process. I’d often collect votes, but I had to accept these. And would be willing to work with these people the next day. As I said, since the first council, I have been playing an individual game.
Reflections
I've honestly enjoyed spending time with you all over the past month and will speak fondly of each of your games once this is all over.
Tonks- you are probably the most similar to me of anyone I remember interacting with in any game I’ve played with. I appreciate chatting with you and I know that we’d get along well outside of this.
Malfoy- our burning rivalry gave me life and was such a fun sub-plot for me. We would both keep each other around, while pushing each other’s name out there. The tables kept turning, but I decided to take you out while I had the edge. But there's no doubt that you are a very capable player.
HK- We connected well pre-swap and you were the person I most was looking forward to joining at merge. The split council divide screwed you over, but your exit definitely changed the game. Your advice the night you left that it was more important to survive to the point where a move could be most impactful rather than to make a move for the sake of it remained with me and was front of mind when I made my move at 4.
Crouch- I really enjoyed bonding with you early and then was able to outflank you at the end after you dropped your guard a little and got too comfortable. I hope you can respect that I beat you at your own game during pivotal the endgame. I realised you were closer to everyone at 4 than any of us were to each other. I read this and by replacing you, ensured I was able to make it to the end, which I know was the outcome you were playing towards.
Moody- You know how difficult it was for an unpaired player to navigate the merge. We were in a very tough spot. But despite this, I was firm on keeping our pact the night you left and didn’t want to see you go.
Wood- We vibed well. Mate, I genuinely had fun playing with you. Was good to find someone else who’s into sport here. Hoping that your team got up this weekend. Was just a shame that we didn’t really talk for the first week of the merge. I was so pumped to crush the final 4 challenge and change the course of events.
Diggle- You Sir, are a powerful wizard. Your good luck charms never failed. You are also probably the funniest person in the game. I enjoyed the banter. You were huge here. A great all-round player. Kudos
Fleur- You were such a good sounding board and a solid ally. I value our connection hugely and hope I did you proud by making it all the way. Once this game is all said and done, I will remember you as my primary ally.
Lily- I pegged you as a big threat to me from the early merge when it became clear that you were in good with literally all of the key players. Because of this, I knew that I’d need to be very careful with how I went about taking you out. Waiting until the right time to do so.
Anyway, the decision for a winner is each of yours to make. I don’t have my partner on the jury advocating for me, which I hope isn’t too big a disadvantage tonight.
I’ll end with this – to go from being the first unpartnered player, facing more councils than anyone, to dismantling the final partnership in the finale. That’s a fun storyline. And I hope it’s worthy of being considered for your vote.
I’m happy to answer any questions you guys have
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Post by Regulus Black on May 29, 2022 17:57:57 GMT 10
Before final magical council begins, I'd be interested in seeing which host can most accurately predict the final vote tally. Place your bets, folks
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Post by Regulus Black on May 29, 2022 23:26:43 GMT 10
Based on what I'm reading... I get a sense I could be in the lead so far. How exciting!
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Post by Regulus Black on May 30, 2022 19:06:44 GMT 10
This is going to be a close one. I'm obviously biased, but I think I might just have it?
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Post by Regulus Black on May 30, 2022 19:23:11 GMT 10
C'mon my late rallying
Get me over the line.
For those playing at home, the chat with Barty was genuinely a good one
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Post by Regulus Black on May 30, 2022 19:59:53 GMT 10
Also HUGE props to you hosts- you have all done a phenomenal job. We've come a long way since you were teaching me how to post images ![(rofl)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/rofl.png)
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Post by Regulus Black on May 30, 2022 20:18:11 GMT 10
I think with a closing statement with a bit of punch like that, I've done all I could.
I definitely wanted a touch of ruthlessness in how I parceled up my case and I think I did a reasonable job with that in the end
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Post by Peter Pettigrew on May 30, 2022 20:21:25 GMT 10
... and you're done! Either way it's out of your hands now.
How does it feel?
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Post by Regulus Black on May 30, 2022 20:28:54 GMT 10
a touch nervous, mostly excited, but overall at peace with the case I've presented. and the game which I've played. it seemed like the biggest criticism was that I had immunity at 7. fortunately enough, the person who gave it to me that night is my opponent now so if I cop any flak, he totally should too, right?
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Post by Regulus Black on May 30, 2022 21:19:05 GMT 10
oh ... so Lily voted Yax too.
not a great sign for me
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Post by Regulus Black on May 30, 2022 21:31:22 GMT 10
well... losing sucks
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Post by Regulus Black on May 30, 2022 21:36:55 GMT 10
Thanks again to everyone for making this experience what it was. Congratulations to you again, Yaxley.
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Post by Dolores Umbridge on May 30, 2022 21:38:01 GMT 10
Thank YOU! I know it's disappointing, but please be proud. You accomplished so much here.
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Post by Regulus Black on May 31, 2022 0:01:27 GMT 10
I wish I had more time to update my progress here. I just couldn't be around enough to notate my thoughts and plans consistently
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Post by Dolores Umbridge on May 31, 2022 0:02:31 GMT 10
Your confessional was amazing! I loved the short format, really.
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Post by Peter Pettigrew on May 31, 2022 0:07:56 GMT 10
Seconded, your short tidbits were amazing. And I think you have by far the most quotes on the potential episode title master list ![:fan](https://i.imgur.com/074wyXd.gif)
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Post by Severus Snape on May 31, 2022 0:58:22 GMT 10
Exactly, short and sharp and witty - a dream for episode titles!
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Post by Dedalus Diggle on May 31, 2022 1:03:35 GMT 10
Then again you acomplished more than many others. So many people who probably never made or will make F2 for so many different reasons. You really did so great here and you should not let that missed win overshadow it. Remember it was SO FUCKING CLOSE, too! ![:)](http://images.proboards.com/new/smiley.png)
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