WoV Golden Balls Challenge
November 14th, 2012 at 6:19:40 PM
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You're welcome, ShiftyRicky, I appreciate the compliments from Wizard and yourself!
https://wizardofvegas.com/forum/off-topic/gripes/11182-pet-peeves/120/#post815219
November 14th, 2012 at 7:24:44 PM
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The round 2 choices are in early, and here they are:
Here are the totals:
Split: 6
Steal: 4
Two of the stealers knocked each other out, so we are left with four teams. Round 3 matchups to be posted shortly.
| Team 1 | Choice | Team 2 | Choice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission146 + FinsRule | Split | thecesspit + WongBo | Split |
| TIMSPEED | Steal | JohnnyQ + paisiello | Split |
| mwalz9 | Split | avargov + CrystalMath | Steal |
| DJTeddyBear | Steal | ShiftyRicky + bigfoot66 | Steal |
| darnits + miplet | Split | RaleighCraps + Ayecarumba | Split |
Here are the totals:
Split: 6
Steal: 4
Two of the stealers knocked each other out, so we are left with four teams. Round 3 matchups to be posted shortly.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
November 14th, 2012 at 7:31:31 PM
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I'm pulling for TIMSPEED to steal this entire challenge. Well done!
Too bad DJTeddyBear is out, but at least he went down STEALIN'.
Too bad DJTeddyBear is out, but at least he went down STEALIN'.
"I am a man devoured by the passion for gambling." --Dostoevsky, 1871
November 14th, 2012 at 7:32:52 PM
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Round 3 Matchups
The player listed first in each group shall be the team captain.
Choices should be received by 8:00 AM PST on Saturday. However, with only four teams left, it would be nice to post the results early.
| Team 1 | Team 2 |
|---|---|
| RaleighCraps + darnits + miplet +Ayecarumba | CrystalMath + avargov |
| FinsRule + Mission146 + thecesspit + WongBo | TIMSPEED |
The player listed first in each group shall be the team captain.
Choices should be received by 8:00 AM PST on Saturday. However, with only four teams left, it would be nice to post the results early.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
November 14th, 2012 at 7:33:42 PM
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I had a feeling DJTeddybear would steal...again. lol
"Does the sign outside still say Casino?...okay then"
November 14th, 2012 at 7:37:48 PM
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Quote: ShiftyRickyI had a feeling DJTeddybear would steal...again. lol
Don't share with the bear.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
November 14th, 2012 at 7:40:15 PM
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Quote: WizardDon't share with the bear.
Exactly.
We may be out, but at least we still have our arms. lol
"Does the sign outside still say Casino?...okay then"
November 14th, 2012 at 7:46:10 PM
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Quote: MakingBookI'm pulling for TIMSPEED to steal this entire challenge. Well done!
Ha! He will not get by the next round. Notice that none of the previous round's stealers made it this round. One of them even foolishly attempted to try SPLIT this time and he got burned!
November 14th, 2012 at 7:50:30 PM
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I hope nobody will be bothered if I try to influence the outcome a little bit. I've already said that I hope to keep my money. This is not without precident, as Ben Stein tried to keep his own money on the game "Win Ben Stein's Money."
That said, I'm already formulating a second Golden Balls game. In the next game everybody will partipate the entire game. However, I will be more generous with the prize money if this game ends with me keeping my money.
So, to the players left, if you feel the other player will vote "steal" either way, keep in mind that the money will roll into another game if I get to keep it.
Final word to think about: Schadenfreude.
That said, I'm already formulating a second Golden Balls game. In the next game everybody will partipate the entire game. However, I will be more generous with the prize money if this game ends with me keeping my money.
So, to the players left, if you feel the other player will vote "steal" either way, keep in mind that the money will roll into another game if I get to keep it.
Final word to think about: Schadenfreude.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
November 14th, 2012 at 7:51:55 PM
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My question to The Wiz is...
How far is it going to get chopped?
Or, in other words, is Round 4 the final round? (chop with like six people at least...)
Thank you
How far is it going to get chopped?
Or, in other words, is Round 4 the final round? (chop with like six people at least...)
Thank you
Gambling calls to me...like this ~> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nap37mNSmQ
November 14th, 2012 at 8:01:10 PM
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Quote: TIMSPEEDMy question to The Wiz is...
How far is it going to get chopped?
Or, in other words, is Round 4 the final round? (chop with like six people at least...)
Thank you
It is possible there will be an 11-player chop. However, it won't be equal shares. Assuming you split this round you will have a 50% team share going into the final round, if there is one. Let's say for example that both teams share this round, and the final round. Then you would have a 25% share of the $200, or $50.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
November 14th, 2012 at 8:05:30 PM
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Ok, thanks
I just wanted to know if it was a last man standing tourney or just split if everyone says so.
I'm calculating the EV of it...
I just wanted to know if it was a last man standing tourney or just split if everyone says so.
I'm calculating the EV of it...
Gambling calls to me...like this ~> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nap37mNSmQ
November 14th, 2012 at 8:12:28 PM
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Quote: WizardIt is possible there will be an 11-player chop. However, it won't be equal shares. Assuming you split this round you will have a 50% team share going into the final round, if there is one. Let's say for example that both teams share this round, and the final round. Then you would have a 25% share of the $200, or $50.
Wiz,
While I can appreciate your wanting to keep your money, and to use it to make a bigger pot for another game, I feel that your $200 would be greatly appreciated by a charity of your choice. I am hoping to be part of the last man standing, and I would hope I could convince my teammates to all join me in requesting a donation to charity. While I would gladly take your $10, there are many charities that would put that money to much better use than I would.
With that nice Royal you hit the other day, another $200 charitable write off would not hurt you at tax time. :-D
Always borrow money from a pessimist; They don't expect to get paid back !
Be yourself and speak your thoughts. Those who matter won't mind, and those that mind, don't matter!
November 14th, 2012 at 8:14:52 PM
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Quote: RaleighCrapsWith that nice Royal you hit the other day, another $200 charitable write off would not hurt you at tax time. :-D
Point well taken. I will indeed be more generous with the pool the next game, according to how much the winners choose to donate to charity. By the way, in light of Hurricane Sandy, I think the Red Cross would be a nice safe choice.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
November 14th, 2012 at 8:18:49 PM
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Quote: ShiftyRickyI had a feeling DJTeddybear would steal...again. lol
Well done!
November 14th, 2012 at 10:52:47 PM
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Quote: TIMSPEEDOk, thanks
I just wanted to know if it was a last man standing tourney or just split if everyone says so.
I'm calculating the EV of it...
You have no reason to worry about that, because you will not advance.
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November 14th, 2012 at 10:55:00 PM
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Quote: WizardRound 3 Matchups
Team 1 Team 2 RaleighCraps + darnits + miplet +Ayecarumba CrystalMath + avargov FinsRule + Mission146 + thecesspit + WongBo TIMSPEED
The player listed first in each group shall be the team captain.
Choices should be received by 8:00 AM PST on Saturday. However, with only four teams left, it would be nice to post the results early.
Can I suggest the use of brackets to show equal shares (though in this case, all groups are equal shares) :
A + (B+C) would be 50/25/25 split.
(A + B + C + D) => 25/25/25/25 split.
"Then you can admire the real gambler, who has neither eaten, slept, thought nor lived, he has so smarted under the scourge of his martingale, so suffered on the rack of his desire for a coup at trente-et-quarante" - Honore de Balzac, 1829
November 14th, 2012 at 11:08:31 PM
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Quote: WizardRound 3 Matchups
Team 1 Team 2 RaleighCraps + darnits + miplet +Ayecarumba CrystalMath + avargov FinsRule + Mission146 + thecesspit + WongBo TIMSPEED
The player listed first in each group shall be the team captain.
Choices should be received by 8:00 AM PST on Saturday. However, with only four teams left, it would be nice to post the results early.
TIMSPEED has left a trail of broken dreams in his quest for golden balls. I said it before, and will say it again, "FinsRule, I appreciate you and your team's sacrifice". Since your band has no choice but to steal or be stolen from by TIMSPEED, there is no reason for Raleigh's Charity workers and CrystalMath+avargov to risk a double knock out. Splitting for us is certainly the way to go. Know this for certain... If I am team captain, and TIMSPEED is part of the opposing team, I will vote to steal, even if it means we all get knocked out. It's cold, but it's justice. That being said, I wish you both luck. Splitting and hoping that CM+ag and Raleigh's Charity workers knock each other out is a fair strategy, especially since TIMSPEED will get half the prize as an individual share.
I've really enjoyed this contest, especially the banter. Thank you again Wizard for sponsoring it.
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication - Leonardo da Vinci
November 14th, 2012 at 11:12:29 PM
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I find this pretty hilarious. I was traveling when it was announced, but I'm not sure if I would have participated anyway...it kind of makes my brain hurt!
"So drink gamble eat f***, because one day you will be dust." -ontariodealer
November 14th, 2012 at 11:18:53 PM
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Quote: Ayecarumba
TIMSPEED has left a trail of broken dreams in his quest for golden balls. I said it before, and will say it again, "FinsRule, I appreciate you and your team's sacrifice". Since your band has no choice but to steal or be stolen from by TIMSPEED, there is no reason for Raleigh's Charity workers and CrystalMath+avargov to risk a double knock out. Splitting for us is certainly the way to go. Know this for certain... If I am team captain, and TIMSPEED is part of the opposing team, I will vote to steal, even if it means we all get knocked out. It's cold, but it's justice. That being said, I wish you both luck. Splitting and hoping that CM+ag and Raleigh's Charity workers knock each other out is a fair strategy, especially since TIMSPEED will get half the prize as an individual share.
I've really enjoyed this contest, especially the banter. Thank you again Wizard for sponsoring it.
CrystalMath and Avargov will seize upon the advantage and steal again knowing that you are now more likely to share. Actually, this post is a really great sell to make them think that you are going to share and then for you to go for the last minute steal. I might break down your handle later, just for that.
In any event, I do not have direct control as I am not the team leader, but I will do my best to ensure that we do not share with TimSpeed.
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November 14th, 2012 at 11:32:14 PM
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What I Think Will Happen
TimSpeed has shown that he does not need to share, however, he obviously needs our team to share in order to advance. Given his questions about the EV of his portion of the game, it is clear that he wants to advance and collect rather than have the $200 added to the prize pool for the children next game.
TimSpeed needs us to share...
Interesting.
My theory is that TimSpeed will offer FinsRule half of whatever he (TimSpeed) wins in order to compel FinsRule to share. FinsRule would really have little reason to decline this offer because, if TimSpeed elects to steal, then we are gone anyhow. TimSpeed's proposition would be simple, "Half of what I may win, or a guaranteed nothing." Furthermore, even if TimSpeed did share with our team, then each Member of our team would be talking $40, Max, whereas TimSpeed can win up to the full $200 flying it alone which would result in $100 for FinsRule.
It's your honor and your choice, FinsRule, but if you are going to be an honorable man, you must steal from TimSpeed. TimSpeed, you can compensate for your earlier transgressions against you fellow man...knowing we are going to steal...by advancing us and choosing to share. It's up to you guys.
FinsRule, if TimSpeed does make that offer...of thirty pieces of silver....
Will you really hang your team on this Cross of Golden Balls?
TimSpeed has shown that he does not need to share, however, he obviously needs our team to share in order to advance. Given his questions about the EV of his portion of the game, it is clear that he wants to advance and collect rather than have the $200 added to the prize pool for the children next game.
TimSpeed needs us to share...
Interesting.
My theory is that TimSpeed will offer FinsRule half of whatever he (TimSpeed) wins in order to compel FinsRule to share. FinsRule would really have little reason to decline this offer because, if TimSpeed elects to steal, then we are gone anyhow. TimSpeed's proposition would be simple, "Half of what I may win, or a guaranteed nothing." Furthermore, even if TimSpeed did share with our team, then each Member of our team would be talking $40, Max, whereas TimSpeed can win up to the full $200 flying it alone which would result in $100 for FinsRule.
It's your honor and your choice, FinsRule, but if you are going to be an honorable man, you must steal from TimSpeed. TimSpeed, you can compensate for your earlier transgressions against you fellow man...knowing we are going to steal...by advancing us and choosing to share. It's up to you guys.
FinsRule, if TimSpeed does make that offer...of thirty pieces of silver....
Will you really hang your team on this Cross of Golden Balls?
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November 15th, 2012 at 5:28:44 AM
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Quote: WizardDon't share with the bear.
Holy crap!
I'm out, and I'm still getting shit... but this time from Mike ?!?!?
For the record, yes, I had planned on stealing again. But I would have first made an offer to my opposing captain, similar to what Mission is suggesting that TimSpeed make to FinsRule.
I played the game much as someone on TV's Survivor might play. Do whatever's necessary to win.
Keep in mind that I am also a poker player. This game is very much like a poker game where you play the man and not the cards. A well played bluff is admired. A weak bluff is ridiculed. Unfortunately, my bluff was weak and I've been paying the price.
In Mission's What's in a name? post, he made some interesting comments about the DJ industry as well as my name.
Yeah, there are a lot of shady characters in the DJ industry. As I mention in sales meetings, most of them don't use contracts and insist on being paid in full weeks before the event. Many will send substitutes. Some will cancel at last minute or simply be a no-show (good luck getting a refund!). Few offer guarantees. If you're interested, check out my Admin note: removed link to www.djteddybear.com/contract.pdfcontract pdf. I specifically address payment is due at the end of the event (paragraph 2), I offer free overtime (paragraph 4), discount if I need to send substitute entertainer (paragraph 11), cancellation policy (paragraphs 11 & 12), and satisfaction guarantee (paragraph 16).
Regarding my name. I've actually been using my real name in my business for the last few years, but, for whatever reason, I used DJTeddyBear when signing up here. I HAVE asked Mike about changing it. His answer was that there's no way other than to abandon the user name and create a new user name (i.e. Losing my top-poster status, etc). I decided not to do that not so much because of the status, but so that there'd be a connection between my old posts and new posts. For the same reason, I used DJTeddyBear at DT.
When I started out as a DJ, I went by "DJ Dave". The name didn't have any pazazz, and I was considering DJ Teddy Bear, since I do tend to give the girls bear hugs. Then a girl at a bar where I was working said "Dave, you're such a Teddy Bear." The following week, I was auditioning at an oldies club. I introduced myself as DJ Teddy Bear and started my set with Elvis Presley's "Let Me Be Your Teddy Bear." I got that gig (6 nights per week for 3 years) and the rest is history. That was in 1986. In 2010, I met Mike for the first time, and gave him a bear hug too. I think I freaked him out momentarily.
Anyway, that's my story and I'm sticking to it.
Good luck to the remaining contestants in the Golden Balls contest. You're gonna need it!
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November 15th, 2012 at 7:02:11 AM
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My strategy in this game is very simple.
Steal, unless someone gives me a compelling reason to split. I have not yet received one from TimSpeed...
I will take any input from my team members as well.
Steal, unless someone gives me a compelling reason to split. I have not yet received one from TimSpeed...
I will take any input from my team members as well.
November 15th, 2012 at 7:40:37 AM
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Quote: TIMSPEEDOk, thanks
I just wanted to know if it was a last man standing tourney or just split if everyone says so.
I'm calculating the EV of it...
Irrelevant for you. You won't make the next round.
November 15th, 2012 at 7:49:17 AM
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Well then,
Congratulations CrystalMath & avargov, you have both won $50.
Congratulations CrystalMath & avargov, you have both won $50.
Gambling calls to me...like this ~> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nap37mNSmQ
November 15th, 2012 at 8:17:42 AM
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Quote: TIMSPEEDWell then,
Congratulations CrystalMath & avargov, you have both won $50.
$100 each if they are solo winners.
"Then you can admire the real gambler, who has neither eaten, slept, thought nor lived, he has so smarted under the scourge of his martingale, so suffered on the rack of his desire for a coup at trente-et-quarante" - Honore de Balzac, 1829
November 15th, 2012 at 8:27:15 AM
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Quote: thecesspit$100 each if they are solo winners.
I'm hoping they don't double-eliminate...
Gambling calls to me...like this ~> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nap37mNSmQ
November 15th, 2012 at 8:27:37 AM
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Quote: thecesspit$100 each if they are solo winners.
And nothing if everyone steals. I am sure the Wiz is counting on that happening.
November 15th, 2012 at 8:31:24 AM
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Quote: TIMSPEEDDid your team plan on conceding to them??
No idea. But I don't understand you comment about they both win $50 in that case. I thought you were annoucing they've won out right?
"Then you can admire the real gambler, who has neither eaten, slept, thought nor lived, he has so smarted under the scourge of his martingale, so suffered on the rack of his desire for a coup at trente-et-quarante" - Honore de Balzac, 1829
November 15th, 2012 at 8:33:30 AM
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Quote: thecesspitNo idea. But I don't understand you comment about they both win $50 in that case. I thought you were annoucing they've won out right?
If FinsRule and I both knock each other out...
and Team1 & Team2 both SPLIT, then their "team" wins $100 (split two ways)
Gambling calls to me...like this ~> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nap37mNSmQ
November 15th, 2012 at 8:36:02 AM
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Quote: TIMSPEEDIf FinsRule and I both knock each other out...
and Team1 & Team2 both SPLIT, then their "team" wins $100 (split two ways)
Yep, sorry, slow morning for me.
"Then you can admire the real gambler, who has neither eaten, slept, thought nor lived, he has so smarted under the scourge of his martingale, so suffered on the rack of his desire for a coup at trente-et-quarante" - Honore de Balzac, 1829
November 15th, 2012 at 8:37:41 AM
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Or we can hope for the opposite, and THEY double eliminate and WE win...
Its getting good now...
Its getting good now...
Gambling calls to me...like this ~> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nap37mNSmQ
November 15th, 2012 at 8:45:45 AM
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Quote: WizardPoint well taken. I will indeed be more generous with the pool the next game, according to how much the winners choose to donate to charity. By the way, in light of Hurricane Sandy, I think the Red Cross would be a nice safe choice.
I don't think you took it that way, but just in case, I did not mean to imply you were not generous with the current game. As entertaining as this thread has been, I'm not sure it is worth $200.
I do wish my suggestion to add the FED option would have been implemented, to have a counter option to thwart the Steal, but I also understand that would fundamentally change the game. It would bring in a bit more strategy though.
In any event, I believe your desire to have the final teams all try to Steal, and you get to keep your $200 is not a likely outcome, and it all comes down to your random draw of captains. Not sure how you did it, but lady luck did not smile on you.
Based on other posts, it appears that FinsRule team is willing to fall on the sword to prevent TimSpeed from being a major winner.
I have stated from the opening post that I am only playing to see money go to charity (and the Red Cross would be an excellent choice). I have indicated from the start I am SPLITTING all the way. So by drawing me as a team captain, you have guaranteed that a double elimination from both remaining matches cannot happen.
CrystalMath is an honorable man, and I am sure will settle for taking $50 while knowing that my $25 just went to the Red Cross. In addition, I would hope my teammates will also feel compelled to donate their $25 to charity as well.
CrystalMath's other choice is to Steal, which nets him $100, instead of $50, and I would hope, a shitload of guilt for having taken $25 to $100 away from the Red Cross. It may be the +EV play, but karma can be a bitch.
Always borrow money from a pessimist; They don't expect to get paid back !
Be yourself and speak your thoughts. Those who matter won't mind, and those that mind, don't matter!
November 15th, 2012 at 8:51:42 AM
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Quote: TIMSPEEDWell then,
Congratulations CrystalMath & avargov, you have both won $50.
I hope they lose. I gave them my word, put my trust in them, and they screwed me. I hope they get screwed too.
November 15th, 2012 at 8:52:24 AM
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Quote: FinsRuleMy strategy in this game is very simple.
Steal, unless someone gives me a compelling reason to split. I have not yet received one from TimSpeed...
I will take any input from my team members as well.
Regardless, your only real option here is to STEAL. The best that Tim can hope for is that you somehow bribe him to choose SPLIT. In any case you are still picking STEAL and it would be foolish to be tricked into doing anything otherwise - like my team did.
November 15th, 2012 at 8:58:01 AM
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Quote: paisielloRegardless, your only real option here is to STEAL. The best that Tim can hope for is that you somehow bribe him to shoose SPLIT. In any case you are still picking STEAL and it would be foolish to be tricked into doing anything otherwise - like my team did.
Check your PM's friend...I never said my choice...i simply stated what the "optimal" choice would be...
Gambling calls to me...like this ~> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nap37mNSmQ
November 15th, 2012 at 9:26:06 AM
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Quote: TIMSPEEDOr we can hope for the opposite, and THEY double eliminate and WE win...
Its getting good now...
One can hope, but there is no reason for either of us in the other leg, to risk double elimination when it is clear that TIMSPEED is the new DJTB.
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication - Leonardo da Vinci
November 15th, 2012 at 9:34:18 AM
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Hey you should thank me, I just made you money.
Gambling calls to me...like this ~> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Nap37mNSmQ
November 15th, 2012 at 9:47:28 AM
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I have made Timspeed an enticing offer, and I'm eagerly awaiting his response. It will hopefully make both of us wealthy men...
Ok, well not too wealthy.
Ok, well not too wealthy.
November 15th, 2012 at 10:59:53 AM
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Quote: DJTeddyBearHoly crap!
I'm out, and I'm still getting shit... but this time from Mike ?!?!?
For the record, yes, I had planned on stealing again. But I would have first made an offer to my opposing captain, similar to what Mission is suggesting that TimSpeed make to FinsRule.
I played the game much as someone on TV's Survivor might play. Do whatever's necessary to win.
Keep in mind that I am also a poker player. This game is very much like a poker game where you play the man and not the cards. A well played bluff is admired. A weak bluff is ridiculed. Unfortunately, my bluff was weak and I've been paying the price.
I think any strategy that involves stealing early in the tournament is not wise. The most important thing you can do is try to minimize the chances that your opponent steals, as your opponent controls your destiny. I considered stealing in the first round but decided not to, mostly because I would just feel bad. But once we faced you I absolutely did not feel bad about stealing. As soon as you posted the the thing about "Oh, I didn't understand the way the team thing works..." I knew you were preparing to steal again. It actually made it a bit easier because now we could steal. If you stole also, well at least we blocked you from advancing when you betrayed us. I was really hoping you would split. I could steal from you, advance, and justify my steal to a future opponent.
Vote for Nobody 2020!
November 15th, 2012 at 11:10:12 AM
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For the record, I really didn't understand it until that point.Quote: bigfoot66As soon as you posted the the thing about "Oh, I didn't understand the way the team thing works..."
But I understand your own motives as well.
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Superstitions are silly, childish, irrational rituals, born out of fear of the unknown. But how much does it cost to knock on wood? 😁
November 15th, 2012 at 11:24:46 AM
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For the record, the prize pool of the next Golden Balls game shall be the sum of:
1. $100.
2. $200, if this game ends with mutual stealing.
3. The amount of any winnings donated to charity.
I am also seeking a volunteer to collect share/steal submissions, and report back to me with the list. This will earn 500 karma points.
1. $100.
2. $200, if this game ends with mutual stealing.
3. The amount of any winnings donated to charity.
I am also seeking a volunteer to collect share/steal submissions, and report back to me with the list. This will earn 500 karma points.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
November 15th, 2012 at 11:36:15 AM
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Quote: WizardFor the record, the prize pool of the next Golden Balls game shall be the sum of:
1. $100.
2. $200, if this game ends with mutual stealing.
3. The amount of any winnings donated to charity.
I am also seeking a volunteer to collect share/steal submissions, and report back to me with the list. This will earn 500 karma points.
If I should be so fortunate as to finish in the money this time (which seems quite likely), I will be happy to be the collector/reporter in the next iteration.
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication - Leonardo da Vinci
November 15th, 2012 at 11:38:10 AM
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Quote: WizardFor the record, the prize pool of the next Golden Balls game shall be the sum of:
1. $100.
2. $200, if this game ends with mutual stealing.
3. The amount of any winnings donated to charity.
I am also seeking a volunteer to collect share/steal submissions, and report back to me with the list. This will earn 500 karma points.
I am weary of this game in my old age. I have been nothing but honest and have paid the ultimate price with a bad draw. I also feel that I may unjustly have been influencing the decisions of other teams because I am such a good salesman and cannot keep my mouth closed.
For these and other reasons, I volunteer to manage the game next time around.
There will be color-commentary after each round of decisions, though, but I will do my best to keep it neutral.
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November 15th, 2012 at 11:39:12 AM
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Quote: AyecarumbaIf I should be so fortunate as to finish in the money this time (which seems quite likely), I will be happy to be the collector/reporter in the next iteration.
Damn! I should have been less wordy...
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November 15th, 2012 at 11:40:59 AM
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Quote: Mission146Damn! I should have been less wordy...
There is not a vaccine for verbal diarrhea.
Shed not for her
the bitter tear
Nor give the heart
to vain regret
Tis but the casket
that lies here,
The gem that filled it
Sparkles yet
November 15th, 2012 at 11:50:36 AM
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Quote: AyecarumbaIf I should be so fortunate as to finish in the money this time (which seems quite likely), I will be happy to be the collector/reporter in the next iteration.
Thank you for volunteering, which is accepted, based on your good reputation in our humble community.
Quote: Mission146There will be color-commentary after each round of decisions...
You can see that I chose Aye to be the executive secretary (it seems nobody is just a normal secretary any more). However, assuming you don't play, I welcome you to be the official announcer and commentator.
"For with much wisdom comes much sorrow." -- Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NIV)
November 15th, 2012 at 11:52:31 AM
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I would volunteer, but my heart doctor says I should avoid EXCITING events.
Shed not for her
the bitter tear
Nor give the heart
to vain regret
Tis but the casket
that lies here,
The gem that filled it
Sparkles yet
November 15th, 2012 at 11:59:32 AM
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I humbly accept the role of official announcer and commentator! If anyone would like to serve as co-color, for banter purposes, I am accepting applications at this time.
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November 15th, 2012 at 12:59:01 PM
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Quote: TIMSPEEDCheck your PM's friend...I never said my choice...i simply stated what the "optimal" choice would be...
I have no idea what you are talking about. I was addressing FinsRule NOT you.
