WoF Best Moments... and next year

[Jimmy B]

Originally Posted by Hurrikane

Not everyone likes their country of birth; some even hate the way their countries are run. I hate the way most countries are run The only one that truly seemed above the crap was Tibet, and now they've been annexed

I think as long as there are governments that make decisions we hate, there will be a need to support others in order to feel proud of your involvement. Those who love their country should surely outweigh such non-patriots, especially if your country is one of the "good" ones, yes? If not, that's a reflection of the trust your players have in their rulers, and perhaps even reason to doubt your own loyalties if the majority says no to the call of your flag?

I saw Tibet racing towards the Final and did think it amazing that a team with no real patriotic support to call on did so well; although the well-oiled pack of Ubers at the fore had much to do with this

I predict next year will be won by a real team from a real country. One year might see a non-resident team win, maybe it'll happen more than once; but national pride's a bigger draw than most things, so really the patriots of the WoF should be in the Final most years.

Hurrikane

I don't see supporting my country in a sporting event as anything to do with whether or not I like how the country is run to be honest.

Like you say though, yes, as long as support and squad size remains a significant factor in WoF it'll always be difficult for a made-up team to win.

[Hurrikane]

Originally Posted by Jimmy B

I don't see supporting my country in a sporting event as anything to do with whether or not I like how the country is run to be honest.
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Nope, for many it's not even an issue, but for some it is. And patriotism isn't automatic; to want to support your countrymen suggests at least that you are happy to be known by your nationality. I've experienced the exact opposite of that as a non-football fan in Holland when Chelsea played a Dutch team; I've rarely had to become Welsh so quickly. I do love England btw, it is my home and offers more than most other places. I just see that some people, in our anonymous virtual world, would prefer to be loyal to a virtual cause they have set up themselves, not a to country they know too much about To make everyone play for where they came from (which would be nigh-impossible to police) would be a breach of human rights almost; or at least a crime against free-thinking.

That said, we're only playing.... and most teams are here for their Flag. If the non-resident teams worry you, beat them

Hurrikane

[Jimmy B]

Originally Posted by Hurrikane

That said, we're only playing.... and most teams are here for their Flag. If the non-resident teams worry you, beat them

OK, we will, unless Romania beat us to it.

Not sure I agree with the breach of human rights business but I see your point. Thanks for sharing your perspective on it.

[h0n3y]

Originally Posted by Jimmy B

OK, we will, unless Romania beat us to it.

Not sure I agree with the breach of human rights business but I see your point. Thanks for sharing your perspective on it.

I see his point too.. but the problem will start when there will be more non-patriots than patriots.. in time, some ppl will get sick of playing for their own country and always get beaten by made-up countries or for v big external support. As I said.. it was ok this year. I even liked Tibet, but it might get out of hand in few years.

[Count Joe]

I think Hurrikane has been touched by the MA-syndrom a little

[Pirx Danford]

Originally Posted by Hurrikane

1. What were your favourite Moblists/Stages?

I most liked the Bristlehogs and later the Kingfishers.

Originally Posted by Hurrikane

2. What Mob did you learn to hate?

Caudatergus - aaaaaaaaaaargh!

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3. Did you learn anything new from the WoF?

Yes - first comes that I did not know how patriotic I really am, that surprised myself totally.
Secondly I pushed my limits on the mobs a lot and am happy with what I am able to hunt by now.

Originally Posted by Hurrikane

4. Has your Friend List increased?

It was nearly full before and now is constantly on the maximum limit.

Originally Posted by Hurrikane

5. Has anyone done really well from the WoF?

No one I know...

Originally Posted by Hurrikane

6. Did you dislike any of the Rules?

I am not totally sure about the "bonus" rules, but I don't really dislike them and have no suggestion how to change them.

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7. How do you think it was managed?

It was a marvellous job, if only always a judge for every team would have been there it would have been perfect.

Originally Posted by Hurrikane

I have loads more questions, just say what you thought of the WoF

In terms of events one of the greatest things in any online game I've seen.
It should get more publicity and I really hope that the cooperation with Neverdie will make it bigger next time.
A running radio commentary would be ultimately cool