May
05

Empire City Strikes Back!

  Brooklyn, NY
Tournament Results
Irving Square Park
Knickerbocker Avenue, Weirfield St
  Meet at the Beach Ball Stage in the Center of the Park
12:00 PM on 05/05/2019
Format
Burst

Most official Beyblade Burst gear can be used.

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Type

One Beyblade is prepared and used in each First Stage match.

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Hey Everyone!

I have finally gathered up enough free time to host my first tournament. For this go-around, we'll be running Burst Standard. (Depending on how this goes, maybe Burst Classic next?) 

Our current tournament date is Sunday, May 5th, 2019 at Irving Square Park for a Beyblade Burst Format tournament!

Important Information:

1. Tournament Registration begins at 11:30am. 

Please plan to arrive at the park before registration starts. The later you arrive, the longer it will take to start the tournament.



2. The Tournament begins at 12:00pm. 

You will not be able to register after 12:00pm. Even if you are joined to this tournament on this thread, if you are not registered by 12:00pm or arrive after 12:00pm we will be unable to fit you into the bracket.


Tournament System:

Depending on the number of participants we will use one of the following systems to run the first stage of this tournament:


Swiss (17 - 32 Players):
Bladers play 5 rounds. After the first round, bladers are paired based on their match history. Bladers with the highest records face each other, then the second-highest, etc. The top eight players advance to the final stage.


Double Elimination (33+ Players):
In Double Elimination, there are two brackets: the Winners Bracket and Losers Bracket. After losing once, Bladers are sent to the Losers Bracket. If they lose for a second time, they are eliminated from the event. Once both brackets have been completed, the top eight players (top four from the Winners Bracket, top four from the Losers Bracket) advance to the final stage.


UPDATE: This tournament will have a 40 PARTICIPANT CAP. Please join soon if you would like to participate. Joining secures you a spot on the participant list down below!

Participant List:

  1. LazerBeamz (Passport) (Judge/ Organizer)
  2. Ajeeblade
  3. Vincen
  4. Hector619
  5. strikerr
  6. Aoi_burst
  7. micheal123
  8. HenryGBradford
  9. gamingthree
  10. shota
  11. NewRocChampion1
  12. JJ Payday
  13. supremeboss57
  14. God Valkryie
  15. Luccidragon
  16. Patrick11
  17. Excalibur246
  18. Tem
  19. Brian12
  20. Nik P.
  21. BeyBreaker Boi
  22. DrewB2009
  23. Coolboyfafnir
  24. CitrusNinja3
  25. Sebas2000
  26. Jonniesonic
  27. Esquaredheisjah
  28. NBZ
  29. JonathanIsaac
  30. YutPut
  31. Dragonball100
  32. RightBurstUltra
  33. Repo
  34. Sniper
  35. cougar
  36. YishYash
  37. BestDueler
  38. Oliver2211
  39. Ardmore Bladers (Passport)
  40. Riskywarrior
Alternate List:

  1. megaheroj7
  2. NateDogPhilly
NOTE: I only own two tournament legal stadiums (1 B-09 and 1 B-33). If you are planning to attend, have a tournament legal stadium, and/ or have been a judge before and would like to judge, please let me know.


PRIZES!

Ace Dragon Sting Charge
Slash Valkyrie Blitz Power
Bushin Ashura Hurricane Keep

1st place will have first pick, 2nd place will have 2nd pick, and 3rd place receives the remaining prize.


Location:

Our play area will be the Beach Ball Stage in the park. Map of the park is below. The play area is circled in the image below. Entrances to the park are located at each corner as well as the center of the park.


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Please Arrive On Time

Please be sure to arrive ON TIME for this tournament. We will start registration at 11:30 AM and will begin the tournament at approximately 12:00PM. If you think you're going to run a bit late, please let me know via a post through this thread or a PM and I'll see what I can do!


If you plan on attending, please click the blue JOIN TOURNAMENT button at the top of this page!


Please note that the date may be subject to change due to inclement weather. This is an outdoor location with no indoor alternative. We do not have an alternate location if rain is in the forecast.

Need-to-Know Information

1. During Registration, Open Your Account Page

Open your account page on your mobile device (if possible) during registration to help us keep things quick.

2. Arrive On Time

You must arrive by the tournament start time to enter. We cannot add new players to an event once it begins. If you're running late, contact the host.

3. Stay Aware of Your Belongings

We do everything possible to ensure a safe environment, but can't be held responsible for lost or stolen goods. Keep your gear close by!

4. The Tournament Will Last At Least a Few Hours

This event is likely to last at least a few hours. If you can't commit to the entire tournament, you're welcome to come watch and play for fun instead!

5. Listen For Your Username To Be Called

Your name will be called when it's time for your next battle. If you need to leave early or take a break, tell a judge. Missing a match could mean disqualification!

6. Players Must Meet Regional Product Age Restrictions

All players in this event must meet the age restrictions on Beyblade products in their region. TAKARA-TOMY recommends Beyblade for ages 6+. Hasbro recommends Beyblade for ages 8+. Players under these ages may only participate with the permission of their parent/guardian.

7. Players Under 18 Must Be Accompanied by a Parent/Guardian

If you are under 18 years old, a parent/guardian must accompany you and be present for the duration of the event.

8. Contests, Raffles, Gambling, Betting, and Selling Are Prohibited

Advertising the sale of any product or service, as well as posting about any contest, raffle, gambling, or betting on this event page and conducting them at the event without approval by Fighting Spirits Inc. staff is prohibited. Please contact the Organized Play team if you require approval.

9. Terms of Service

All event attendees and users of this website are subject to our Terms of Service.

(May. 01, 2019  11:10 PM)JJ Payday Wrote: I’ll bring a decagon stadium and one of those Takara-Tomy wide battle royale stadiums

It's not TT, but it sure is more anime-accurate than TT has ever been xD. All jokes aside, I'm glad that Freeplay is going to be so big because of all the time people have to wait between matches!
Il bring my mod bey staduim no walls XD
I will be able to bring a legal TT stadium
I have a decagone stadium too BUDDIES

(May. 01, 2019  11:24 PM)CitrusNinja3 Wrote:
(May. 01, 2019  11:10 PM)JJ Payday Wrote: I’ll bring a decagon stadium and one of those Takara-Tomy wide battle royale stadiums

It's not TT, but it sure is more anime-accurate than TT has ever been xD. All jokes aside, I'm glad that Freeplay is going to be so big because of all the time people have to wait between matches!

I say the bigger the stadium the better
I’m exited once again

Wait is there a rain date for the rain date?
What if the participant cap was 45, so all of the waiting list Bladers could join and not be a huge difference from the original 40.
WEATHER UPDATE: Important information! Please fill out survey below!

Hey everyone,

As some as you may have seen, there is rain in the forecast again for this sunday May 5, 2019.  I'd rather not postpone this tournament and would like your input oh how to move forward. 

Right now, There are two options I am thinking of:


Option 1: Change Date to Saturday, May, 4th, 2019 and play on a clear sunny day.

Option 2: Keep the same date, Sunday, May 5th 2019 and play rain or shine.


I know both options are not ideal as many of you have cleared schedules for Sunday and many of you may not like the idea of playing in the rain, getting soaked, and possibly getting valuables wet, but I would like this tournament to happen and not keep you all waiting.


Please make your choice heard by filling out this survey below:

Empire City Strikes Back Date Survey: https://forms.gle/XAJZeJZXKfiJphYH6


I will close the survey Friday 3:30 PM EST and give you guys an update at 4:00 PM EST.


Let's hope for the best,

LazerBeamz
I think the lesson we've all learned here is never to host a tournament without some sort of covered building or structure so you can play without getting rained on.
(May. 02, 2019  8:40 PM)DeceasedCrab Wrote: I think the lesson we've all learned here is never to host a tournament without some sort of covered building or structure so you can play without getting rained on.

While that would be great in an ideal world, we can't expect orgainzers to be able to have those accomodations. Most of the time, spaces like those require a fee or some kind of reservation (like most places in NYC) or are just not available options. Those who have free access to places like those (say Havertown for example) are lucky to have them. Never hosting a tournament without those accommodations would seem pretty elitist to me and alienate potential organizers who may not have resources to host with an indoor/ covered alternative. If I remember correctly, the WBO is a voluteer organization and we shouldn't expect organizers shell out to make sure they have an indoor/ covered place to play. The real lesson is, sometimes, things don't always go as planned and there is only so much you can control with the resources you have.
(May. 02, 2019  8:28 PM)LazerBeamz Wrote: WEATHER UPDATE: Important information! Please fill out survey below!

Hey everyone,

As some as you may have seen, there is rain in the forecast again for this sunday May 5, 2019.  I'd rather not postpone this tournament and would like your input oh how to move forward. 

Right now, There are two options I am thinking of:


Option 1: Change Date to Saturday, May, 4th, 2019 and play on a clear sunny day.

Option 2: Keep the same date, Sunday, May 5th 2019 and play rain or shine.


I know both options are not ideal as many of you have cleared schedules for Sunday and many of you may not like the idea of playing in the rain, getting soaked, and possibly getting valuables wet, but I would like this tournament to happen and not keep you all waiting.


Please make your choice heard by filling out this survey below:

Empire City Strikes Back Date Survey: https://forms.gle/XAJZeJZXKfiJphYH6


I will close the survey Friday 3:30 PM EST and give you guys an update at 4:00 PM EST.


Let's hope for the best,

LazerBeamz
Either date works with me, I’m free all weekend.
LazerBeamz I've contacted you about a potential indoor venue in Brooklyn you could use for this or future events for free.
(May. 02, 2019  11:18 PM)YutPut Wrote: LazerBeamz I've contacted you about a potential indoor venue in Brooklyn you could use for this or future events for free.

I just responded! Thanks again for your help!
(May. 02, 2019  1:32 AM)NewRocChampion1 Wrote: Il bring my mod bey staduim no walls XD

(May. 02, 2019  8:53 PM)LazerBeamz Wrote:
(May. 02, 2019  8:40 PM)DeceasedCrab Wrote: I think the lesson we've all learned here is never to host a tournament without some sort of covered building or structure so you can play without getting rained on.

While that would be great in an ideal world, we can't expect orgainzers to be able to have those accomodations. Most of the time, spaces like those require a fee or some kind of reservation (like most places in NYC) or are just not available options. Those who have free access to places like those (say Havertown for example) are lucky to have them. Never hosting a tournament without those accommodations would seem pretty elitist to me and alienate potential organizers who may not have resources to host with an indoor/ covered alternative. If I remember correctly, the WBO is a voluteer organization and we shouldn't expect organizers shell out to make sure they have an indoor/ covered place to play. The real lesson is, sometimes, things don't always go as planned and there is only so much you can control with the resources you have.

Wait so if it rains on both days we wait another week?

(May. 02, 2019  11:18 PM)YutPut Wrote: LazerBeamz I've contacted you about a potential indoor venue in Brooklyn you could use for this or future events for free.

Thanks dude I want inside better
Aw shoot, looks like I missed my chance. Well at least next time. I hope it's at least in Montclair.
It seems like it's going to rain both days, so just in case the indoor alternative isn't used, is there going to be anything to protect the stadiums from getting wet?
(May. 03, 2019  12:16 PM)CitrusNinja3 Wrote: It seems like it's going to rain both days, so just in case the indoor alternative isn't used, is there going to be anything to protect the stadiums from getting wet?

I guess buy a tent that has a table and the tent over it so they don't get wet???

And he's. Right it's gonna rain on both days XD
UPDATE: Tournament date will not change. Empire City Strikes back will be held this Sunday, May 5th, 2019

Based on your feedback and responses to the survey, the date for this tournament will continue to be this Sunday, May 5th, 2019. That being said, please be prepared for on and off showers throughout the afternoon. There is a chance that these showers could pass, but come prepared for them just to be same.

Some of you expressed concerns about how stadiums will be protected. Judges will each have umbrellas and towels at their stadiums to keep stadiums dry.

Please plan to arrive by 11:30 AM so that we can get registration started as soon as possible. 

Registration closes at 12:00 pm and the tournament will begin shortly after. The faster we can get the registration done, the quicker we can start the tournament.


EDIT: Also, if you do not have a Blader passport, please remember to bring 5 dollars for your admission fee. I have a limited amount of change I can break and having people run to go get cash seriously slows down the registration process.

UPDATED BEYBLADES FOR SALE:

Just Arrived: (New in Box) Wizard Fafnir Ratchet Rise: $45

(New In Box) Cho-Z Achilles 00 Dimension: $25

(New In Box) Bushin Asura Hurricane Keep: $25


The next two beys are from the B-136 Beyblade GT Battle Set. This set came with modified color variants of both Ace/Gran/ Rock Dragon Sting Charge and Slash Valkyrie Blitz Power. They are brand new and unopened in their original packaging but WITHOUT the stadium. They each come with a Light Launcher. Prices are below:

(New No Box) Slash Valkyrie Blitz Power w/ Light Launcher: $30

(New No Box) Ace/ Gran/ Rock Dragon Dragon Sting Charge w/ Light Launcher: $40

-OR-

Both for $65
Good to know all of this! Also, will we be able to buy the Beys at any time during the tournament, including slightly before and after, or is it a specific time?
(May. 03, 2019  9:24 PM)CitrusNinja3 Wrote: Good to know all of this! Also, will we be able to buy the Beys at any time during the tournament, including slightly before and after, or is it a specific time?

As soon as the play area is set up, I will have the shop opened up during registration. So, basically, anytime 11:30am onwards.
(May. 03, 2019  9:21 PM)LazerBeamz Wrote: UPDATE: Tournament date will not change. Empire City Strikes back will be held this Sunday, May 5th, 2019

Based on your feedback and responses to the survey, the date for this tournament will continue to be this Sunday, May 5th, 2019. That being said, please be prepared for on and off showers throughout the afternoon. There is a chance that these showers could pass, but come prepared for them just to be same.

Some of you expressed concerns about how stadiums will be protected. Judges will each have umbrellas and towels at their stadiums to keep stadiums dry.

Please plan to arrive by 11:30 AM so that we can get registration started as soon as possible. 

Registration closes at 12:00 pm and the tournament will begin shortly after. The faster we can get the registration done, the quicker we can start the tournament.


UPDATED BEYBLADES FOR SALE:

Just Arrived: (New in Box) Wizard Fafnir Ratchet Rise: $45

(New In Box) Cho-Z Achilles 00 Dimension: $25

(New In Box) Bushin Asura Hurricane Keep: $25


The next two beys are from the B-136 Beyblade GT Battle Set. This set came with modified color variants of both Ace/Gran/ Rock Dragon Sting Charge and Slash Valkyrie Blitz Power. They are brand new and unopened in their original packaging but WITHOUT the stadium. They each come with a Light Launcher. Prices are below:

(New No Box) Slash Valkyrie Blitz Power w/ Light Launcher: $30

(New No Box) Ace/ Gran/ Rock Dragon Dragon Sting Charge w/ Light Launcher: $40

-OR-

Both for $65
Can I just reserve a Wizard Fafnir instead of Ace Dragon and Cho Z Achilles?
(May. 03, 2019  9:26 PM)Ardmore Bladers Wrote:
(May. 03, 2019  9:21 PM)LazerBeamz Wrote: UPDATE: Tournament date will not change. Empire City Strikes back will be held this Sunday, May 5th, 2019

Based on your feedback and responses to the survey, the date for this tournament will continue to be this Sunday, May 5th, 2019. That being said, please be prepared for on and off showers throughout the afternoon. There is a chance that these showers could pass, but come prepared for them just to be same.

Some of you expressed concerns about how stadiums will be protected. Judges will each have umbrellas and towels at their stadiums to keep stadiums dry.

Please plan to arrive by 11:30 AM so that we can get registration started as soon as possible. 

Registration closes at 12:00 pm and the tournament will begin shortly after. The faster we can get the registration done, the quicker we can start the tournament.


UPDATED BEYBLADES FOR SALE:

Just Arrived: (New in Box) Wizard Fafnir Ratchet Rise: $45

(New In Box) Cho-Z Achilles 00 Dimension: $25

(New In Box) Bushin Asura Hurricane Keep: $25


The next two beys are from the B-136 Beyblade GT Battle Set. This set came with modified color variants of both Ace/Gran/ Rock Dragon Sting Charge and Slash Valkyrie Blitz Power. They are brand new and unopened in their original packaging but WITHOUT the stadium. They each come with a Light Launcher. Prices are below:

(New No Box) Slash Valkyrie Blitz Power w/ Light Launcher: $30

(New No Box) Ace/ Gran/ Rock Dragon Dragon Sting Charge w/ Light Launcher: $40

-OR-

Both for $65
Can I just reserve a Wizard Fafnir instead of Ace Dragon and Cho Z Achilles?

Sounds good!
hey guys i'm ready for Sunday how about you
Your allowed to reserve isn’t it just who gets there first
Wait I saw new update For weather it's only going to rain 3am of the morning and not the rest of the day !!! And I say we battle all day and were screwed too Wizard Fafnir XD