Coach can u make a qualifier in Illinois,Chicago Please
[Toronto, ON, 5/24/14] GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2: WBO North American Championship
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SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2014
Anime North 2014 - Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel - Haliburton Room
LIMITED FORMAT
9:30 AM - Free Battle & Set Up
10:30 AM - Registration for GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2
11:30 AM - GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2: WBO NA Championship 2014
SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2014
Anime North 2014 - Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel - Haliburton Room
LIMITED FORMAT
9:30 AM - Free Battle & Set Up
10:30 AM - Registration for GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2
11:30 AM - GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2: WBO NA Championship 2014
The WBO is proud to announce that we will be partnering with ANIME NORTH 2014–for the seventh consecutive year–to host GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2: WBO North American Championship 2014! With Bladers from across the continent will be battling it out for the title of WBO North American Champion, the competition will surely be intense.
Want to participate?
GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2 will be open to the public, but if you live in North America, and aren't able to afford the trip up to Toronto? Don't worry! We've got you covered; win one of our qualifier tournaments and you'll win paid travel expenses up to Toronto! Here's the list of qualifiers currently planned:
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[Image: us.png] New York, New York Qualifier
Sunday, March 9th
[Image: us.png] Raleigh, North Carolina Qualifier
Saturday, March 29th
[Image: us.png] Burbank, California Qualifier
Saturday, March 29th
[Image: us.png] Grand Rapids, Michigan Qualifier
Saturday, April 5
[Image: us.png] Simsbury, Connecticut Qualifier
Saturday, April 26
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Sunday, May 4
[Image: us.png] Silver Spring, Maryland Qualifier
Date To Be Determined!
[Image: us.png] New York, New York Qualifier
Sunday, March 9th
[Image: us.png] Raleigh, North Carolina Qualifier
Saturday, March 29th
[Image: us.png] Burbank, California Qualifier
Saturday, March 29th
[Image: us.png] Grand Rapids, Michigan Qualifier
Saturday, April 5
[Image: us.png] Simsbury, Connecticut Qualifier
Saturday, April 26
[Image: ca.png] Toronto, Ontario Qualifier
Sunday, May 4
[Image: us.png] Silver Spring, Maryland Qualifier
Date To Be Determined!
This list is likely not final, so please stay tuned for updates about more qualifiers in the coming days/weeks!
View the full announcement here for details!
Entry: You need an AN Pass!
A Blader Passport is not required for this tournament, as AN does not allow event organizers to charge entry fees for events within the convention. However, if you want to support the WBO so we can host even better tournaments with even better prizes in the future, and participate in the BeyPoints ranking System in future tournaments, then you will need one! So, if you wish to purchase one at the tournament, that is still possible.
To participate in the tournament, you currently have a few options to gain entrance: a) a weekend pass or b) a day pass for Saturday at AN. Click here for information about online registration for ANIME NORTH 2014. Please note that children (ages 6-13) are admitted for half price.
This year will mark the tenth AN tournament since the original GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT at Anime North 2005. The fact that we’re all here to recognize this anniversary of sorts can only be a testament to the collective passion we all share for this game, and more importantly, to the longevity and resolution of this community to move forward in the face of uncertainty. Additionally, the new Limited Format is the best recent examples of this, and that’s why it has been chosen as the format for the championship this year. It’s something we alone created as a community, and it’s something we will watch and help grow as time passes, all as a result of our own will and determination.
Many people have come and gone since that day at Anime North 2005 almost ten years ago, but what hasn’t changed, and what won’t change–unless we let it–is the tradition. Regardless of who attends each year and who doesn’t, the experience of meeting Bladers from across North America–and the world–each year is absolutely unforgettable, inspiring, and special. As an organization who’s very existence is so deeply rooted in the idea of competitive play and interacting with others, I have always found it hard to think of anything else which embodies what the WBO is about more than the AN weekend every year. Wherever you are, if you have the chance to attend, take it. And with that said …
If you think you'll be able to make it out to GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2, please post here and I will start building an attendance list!
Attendees:
Kei
Kai-V
Kai-U
Shining God MS
MidnightLWBO
Dark_Mousy
bladeryBoB66
LMAO
The Sponge
OrionBlade
Cye Kinomiya
geetster99
Yuko Ray14
Fang Wolf
Sniperâ„¢
Arupaeo
"Byxis"
Jiffy
Winx
1234beyblade
christopher473
JesseObre
Leone19
jamie
Possible Attendees:
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UltimateOrion
rage sagittero
Classik
sarabscientist
PRO SEAGULL
pyrus10000
JesseObre
aBladerlikeyou
Leone7
ridbladebreaker
TylerPT
Stormscorpio1
The Troll
Crimson
SideOfPReach
Need-to-Know Information
1. During Registration, Open Your Account Page
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.
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kei, could you put me as a for sure attendee for the events that weekend please! thanks bladeryBoB66
(Mar. 22, 2014 7:07 PM)bladeryBoB66 Wrote: kei, could you put me as a for sure attendee for the events that weekend please! thanks bladeryBoB66Did you register for Anime North? Glad to see you there man!
(Mar. 22, 2014 6:57 PM)Coolchris74 Wrote: Coach can u make a qualifier in Illinois,Chicago Pleasehttp://worldbeyblade.org/Thread-Grand-Ra...-Qualifier
(Mar. 20, 2014 2:25 PM)Kai-V Wrote: Well, of course, but you do not actually want to take transportation when you have your Beyblade items/stadiums/costume/etc. and you do not want to walk thirty minutes to get to the convention.
I walked an hour one way ti get ti An. Indont actually feel hot orncold very much sonit was nice hah
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(Mar. 25, 2014 3:57 PM)Dark_Mousy Wrote:(Mar. 20, 2014 2:25 PM)Kai-V Wrote: Well, of course, but you do not actually want to take transportation when you have your Beyblade items/stadiums/costume/etc. and you do not want to walk thirty minutes to get to the convention.
I walked an hour one way ti get ti An. Indont actually feel hot orncold very much sonit was nice hah
And look what that's done to your extremities, man - frostbite is bad news.
But yeah I've travelled on public transport with my beyblades, and while people generally don't trouble me on public transport anyways, on the way to AN I doubt you'd be alone or even a prime target for that matter.
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(Mar. 25, 2014 5:39 PM)th!nk Wrote:(Mar. 25, 2014 3:57 PM)Dark_Mousy Wrote:(Mar. 20, 2014 2:25 PM)Kai-V Wrote: Well, of course, but you do not actually want to take transportation when you have your Beyblade items/stadiums/costume/etc. and you do not want to walk thirty minutes to get to the convention.
I walked an hour one way ti get ti An. Indont actually feel hot orncold very much sonit was nice hah
And look what that's done to your extremities, man - frostbite is bad news.
But yeah I've travelled on public transport with my beyblades, and while people generally don't trouble me on public transport anyways, on the way to AN I doubt you'd be alone or even a prime target for that matter.
I actually have messed up nerves in part of my body. So it takes a while sometimes for me to recognize frostbite or a burn.
(Mar. 22, 2014 7:37 PM)|Midnight| Wrote:ya, i pre-ordered the weekend pass, i was lucky because they were running out fast! Thanks midnight(Mar. 22, 2014 7:07 PM)bladeryBoB66 Wrote: kei, could you put me as a for sure attendee for the events that weekend please! thanks bladeryBoB66Did you register for Anime North? Glad to see you there man!
(Mar. 22, 2014 6:57 PM)Coolchris74 Wrote: Coach can u make a qualifier in Illinois,Chicago Pleasehttp://worldbeyblade.org/Thread-Grand-Ra...-Qualifier
i'm glad to see you there to
And everybody that wants to go just for Saturday or the whole weekend for anime north, you should pre-order soon!
I would be a maybe, but there is no way my parents are going to shell out $90 for a pair of passes to AN...
Kinda annoying that we would have to pay such a large amount to get into a con that I have zero interest in outside of the tournament
I would really, really love to come, but I just can't justify a 15-hour round trip and $300 in various costs (gas money, registration, hotel, etc) to show up
Kinda annoying that we would have to pay such a large amount to get into a con that I have zero interest in outside of the tournament
I would really, really love to come, but I just can't justify a 15-hour round trip and $300 in various costs (gas money, registration, hotel, etc) to show up
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Well I guess you can confirm me
Cant wait to see everyone there
Cant wait to see everyone there
(Apr. 04, 2014 1:38 AM)Cake Wrote: Kinda annoying that we would have to pay such a large amount to get into a con that I have zero interest in outside of the tournament
Yeah ... I understand your predicament. Unfortunately there isn't anything we can do about this. A few years ago we were able to get a $5 Beyblade Pass implemented, but I'm pretty sure looking back on it now that Ron (head of AN Gaming at the time) bended the rules to do that lol.
(Apr. 04, 2014 2:16 AM)geetster99 Wrote: Well I guess you can confirm me
Cant wait to see everyone there
Looking forward to seeing you again!
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Confirm me and Fang Wolf, Good sir.
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Would anyone be interested in a small tourney the Thursday before AN?
Edited six new videos for BeyChannel today using unpublished footage from BEYBLADE REVOLUTION last year. I'll be posting them over the next month in the lead up to GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2. Stay tuned!
(Apr. 20, 2014 6:40 AM)Kei Wrote: Edited six new videos for BeyChannel today using unpublished footage from BEYBLADE REVOLUTION last year. I'll be posting them over the next month in the lead up to GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2. Stay tuned!
First video is uploaded!:
WBO Facebook Wrote:Hey World Bladers! GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2: WBO North American Championship 2014 at Anime North is just over a month away! As a way of counting down the days and weeks to the championship, we've decided to put together a six part video series showcasing unpublished footage from last years championship, BEYBLADE REVOLUTION. Hopefully these videos will give you a taste for what the environment will be like this year.
Check out BEYBLADE REVOLUTION Bonus Footage Part 1: Medal Ceremony & Rules/Format Explanation!:
Unfortunately have to pull out. Won't be attending Anime North. Sorry.
Hope everyone has a great time.
Hope everyone has a great time.
I've missed quite a few of them ;x
(Apr. 25, 2014 8:19 PM)Bey Brad Wrote: Unfortunately have to pull out. Won't be attending Anime North. Sorry.
Hope everyone has a great time.
Ah, that's unfortunate. I was really looking forward to meeting you here.
Now lets get Spinster to come, aha.
I just realized, this event is a month away. Hopefully we'll increase in attendees by then.
yeah, midnight,there isn't as much people from last year that's for sure, but really? we only have 13 for sure attendees? that's a bit disappointing, does any else agree? hopefully we can get at least 20-30 people,
(Apr. 25, 2014 8:19 PM)Bey Brad Wrote: Unfortunately have to pull out. Won't be attending Anime North. Sorry.
Hope everyone has a great time.
;(
(Apr. 26, 2014 5:52 PM)ULTIMATE BLAZE Wrote: yeah, midnight,there isn't as much people from last year that's for sure, but really? we only have 13 for sure attendees? that's a bit disappointing, does any else agree? hopefully we can get at least 20-30 people,
We've never had less than 30-something attendees since our first tournament as the WBO at AN in 2009 (before Beyblade launched in NA), so I'm not really worried about that.
Second video is uploaded!:
WBO Facebook Wrote:GRAND BATTLE TOURNAMENT 2: WBO North American Championship 2014 at Anime North is now under a month away!
As a way of counting down the days and weeks to the championship, we've decided to put together a six part video series showcasing unpublished footage from last years championship, BEYBLADE REVOLUTION. Hopefully these videos will give you a taste for what the environment will be like this year.
Check out BEYBLADE REVOLUTION Bonus Footage Part 2: Special Judge - Bey Brad!:
That's embarrassing, but not as embarrassing as the voice actor battle is gonna be.