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Title: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 19, 2015, 01:49:33 AM
The World Cup of Carcassonne Central is our most prestigious competition of the year. Now in its second year, the World Cup consists of a group stage followed by a knock-out stage and will include various combinations of expansions at each stage of the contest. As well as being free to enter, there will be prizes for all participants, random spot prizes and a specially made trophy that could be yours to keep until the next World Cup (if you win)! 8)

It isn't yet known exactly how the initial group stage will be arranged as this depends largely on how many people take part. Just as an example though, 32 players would most likely be organised into 8 groups of 4 (mini-leagues), and the top 2 from each group would go through to the knock-out stage. All matches will be head-to-heads (2-player) and should be played via JCloisterZone according to our normal competition rules.

Why should you sign up to be part of this?
I'm going to allow at least two weeks for anyone who is interested to sign up by posting below and will look to kick the tournament off in early September. So please don't miss your opportunity to sign up to the biggest online Carcassonne competition of the year by hitting that Reply button now! :(y)

 :blue-meeple:

(also, please feel free to post below if you have any questions regarding the competition and I'll be happy to answer them)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 19, 2015, 01:49:53 AM
I'm in! 8)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jungleboy on August 19, 2015, 01:51:08 AM
I'm in. And I'd appreciate it if the rest of you would let me win it this year. Thanks in advance! :)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: MrNumbers on August 19, 2015, 01:58:09 AM
I'm in. And I'd appreciate it if the rest of you would let me win it this year. Thanks in advance! :)

Wow-wow-wow! Not so fast! I want a revenge from previous final! :D
And, if it isn't clear enough - I am in! ;)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Chooselife on August 19, 2015, 02:33:02 AM
I'm In!!!!!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Rosco on August 19, 2015, 02:35:01 AM
I am in!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Paul on August 19, 2015, 02:39:38 AM
I'm in.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Andrew the Ambo on August 19, 2015, 04:12:39 AM
Someone has to don the black jersey and represent New Zealand.
I am in.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jungleboy on August 19, 2015, 04:26:18 AM

Someone has to don the black jersey and represent New Zealand.
I am in.

Wait, you're not from Australia?

*ducks*
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: quevy on August 19, 2015, 04:27:14 AM
In. :neutral-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Andrew the Ambo on August 19, 2015, 04:27:54 AM
There is always one!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 19, 2015, 04:53:36 AM
In. :neutral-meeple:

Welcome back quevy! I hope you enjoyed your holiday.

Great to see so much interest in this already. I can't wait to get started! :(y)

 :blue-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: quevy on August 19, 2015, 05:08:18 AM
Hello. I am still on vacation. I go on Saturday or Sunday.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Leven on August 19, 2015, 11:29:14 AM
Of course I'm in.

:violet-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Jéré on August 19, 2015, 12:12:31 PM
I'm in!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 19, 2015, 12:28:38 PM
Excellent excellent excellent! O0

Recap of who's in so far:

All spaces filled! Expect news soon! :(y)

 :blue-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Hounk on August 19, 2015, 02:15:40 PM
I'm in, too.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jma03 on August 19, 2015, 05:40:33 PM
i'm in ¡¡¡
 ;D
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Decar on August 20, 2015, 12:03:02 AM
I'm in
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: rfielder on August 20, 2015, 07:37:53 AM
I'm in.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 20, 2015, 07:45:47 AM
I'm in.

:(y)

And how about monwil?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Ailurus on August 20, 2015, 09:00:58 AM
I'm in :gray-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Merlin_89 on August 21, 2015, 04:01:51 AM
Count me in! :)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: zone2 on August 21, 2015, 08:18:02 AM
I'm in! :blue-meeple: ;D
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: BabyGamer on August 21, 2015, 10:54:56 AM
Alohaaaa!!!!!!  ;D

Guess who's baaack??  :o

ME!  ;D

I'm IN!!! :)

Yep.. been a bit "lazy" with the forums..  :-[ Sorry! :) But count me in, in the Carcassonne cup 2015! :)  :(y)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Curt194 on August 22, 2015, 04:21:38 AM
I'm in  :orange-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: SRBO on August 22, 2015, 06:08:24 AM
Im in! Hope I can make some time for it!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 22, 2015, 08:43:11 AM
21 participants so far!

Merit to MrNumbers for adding all the flags icons too! :) :(y)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Carcking on August 22, 2015, 10:37:29 AM
Hi Dan and All!

Count me in!

I haven't been around in a while but I hope/plan to be more active on the Forum as we come into winter. Too much going on right now.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: MrNumbers on August 22, 2015, 11:45:27 AM
Merit to MrNumbers for adding all the flags icons too! :) :(y)

Thanks! ;)
I thought since it is a World Cup, it would be nice to add state belongings.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: farin on August 22, 2015, 01:51:12 PM
I'm in!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Rich_The_Fish on August 23, 2015, 01:48:12 AM
Sounds great, count me in too!  :green-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: aenima on August 23, 2015, 03:09:13 AM
I'm inn!!!  >:D
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: laguse on August 23, 2015, 03:20:32 AM
I'm in
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: MrNumbers on August 23, 2015, 05:16:03 AM
I persuaded MrsNumbers to take part in this World Cup too :)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: CarcinFool on August 23, 2015, 06:09:26 AM
I'm also in (for my first non-iOS online match). Looking forward to it!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: monwil on August 24, 2015, 03:27:17 AM
I'm in
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: khalidqasrawi on August 24, 2015, 05:59:14 AM
I'm in but I'll be on an island with no Internet 5-12 September so leave me out if that would be a problem.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Decar on August 24, 2015, 06:23:47 AM
Welcome to the forum! I dont think a short holiday would be too much of a problem, as long as you can play all your games, before or soon afterwards.

Dan WDYT?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jungleboy on August 24, 2015, 06:24:08 AM
Wow, 29-30 people already is a great response, thanks everyone for participating! This will be the biggest tournament we've ever had.  :green-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 24, 2015, 07:06:02 AM
Hello all, and thanks to everyone who has signed-up to take part so far. I’m sure it’s going to be a great tournament for all involved!

Since we’re getting close to the deadline now, I’m going to reveal that all games at the group stage will be played using the basic tiles + one major expansion + two minor expansions. I’m not going to say what they are, but will reveal that the total number of tiles involved in each game will be...  107.

If anyone wants to hazard a guess as to which expansions you think will be included you have until midnight tomorrow to let me know what you think. There might even be a small bonus prize for the first person to suggest the correct combination; happy guessing! :blue-meeple:

I'm in but I'll be on an island with no Internet 5-12 September so leave me out if that would be a problem.

Welcome aboard (and to the forums) :)! We'll request that others in your group give you priority so that you can get your games scheduled and played quickly. What country are you from?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Decar on August 24, 2015, 07:47:54 AM
Major:  Tower

Mini:  River 2
Mini: King & Baron
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Paul on August 24, 2015, 07:50:49 AM
I assume base game is 72 tiles.

The Tower
King Robber
River 2

EDIT: Just realize Decar beat me to it.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Decar on August 24, 2015, 07:52:28 AM
Must be that hang over  ;)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 24, 2015, 07:53:58 AM
Major:  Tower

Mini:  River 2
Mini: King & Baron

 :(y) :(n) :(n) (not in any particular order)

I assume base game is 72 tiles.

The Tower
King Robber
River 2

EDIT: Just realize Decar beat me to it.

 :(y) :(n) :(n) (not in any particular order)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Decar on August 24, 2015, 07:57:20 AM
Inns and CAthedrals
King/Robber
River2
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 24, 2015, 08:01:09 AM
Inns and CAthedrals
King/Robber
River2

 :(y) :(y) :(n) (not in any particular order)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Paul on August 24, 2015, 08:03:36 AM
Inns Cathedrals
King Robber
River 1.  ^-^
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 24, 2015, 08:05:30 AM
Inns Cathedrals
King Robber
River 1.  ^-^

 :(y) :(y) :(y) O0
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Decar on August 24, 2015, 08:05:46 AM
bah, misread the thumbs on the email.. well done Paul...are you still blind drunk?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Paul on August 24, 2015, 08:06:57 AM
Inns Cathedrals
King Robber
River 1.  ^-^

 :(y) :(y) :(y) O0

Yaay! Thanks to Decar pointing out I drank last night I made a pot of coffee to clear my head. (Cheesy way of saying thank you Decar for helping me!)  :yellow-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Paul on August 24, 2015, 08:08:07 AM
bah, misread the thumbs on the email.. well done Paul...are you still blind drunk?

Nope! (I am at work, though I've been known to be drinking during work hours as well.)  >:D
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Decar on August 24, 2015, 08:09:37 AM
glad I could help.  i actually had River until i changed my mind in an Edit.

but....will there be 107 tiles in play....
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 24, 2015, 08:29:15 AM
So, as Decar and Paul have established (thanks guys!), games at the group stage will include River 1, Inns & Cathedrals and King & Robber Baron. These have been chosen as they’re all nice, simple expansions that most people will be familiar with, but the combination means there’s plenty of interesting tiles, lots to think about and huge potential for some exciting games! :(y)

Do check the CAR if you’re not 100% sure about the rules to any of these though, and I recommend playing a few practice games in JCloisterZone with this combination of expansions against an AI opponent too.

Happy river and inn and cathedral and king and robber baroning everyone! :)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Safari on August 24, 2015, 08:42:08 AM
I guess I'll give it a try.  :)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: CarcinFool on August 24, 2015, 10:20:14 AM
Just beat the AI with these "group stage" expansions 200-86. I'm sure this result will be typical of my tourney results... ;-)

Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: khalidqasrawi on August 24, 2015, 10:29:08 AM
Welcome aboard (and to the forums) :)! We'll request that others in your group give you priority so that you can get your games scheduled and played quickly. What country are you from?

Thanks very much but I'm afraid my knowledge of extensions is pretty poor.  Given the constraints, you can leave me off the starting list.  I'll set my sights on the 2016 World Cup!

Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: quevy on August 24, 2015, 10:37:35 AM
Welcome aboard (and to the forums) :)! We'll request that others in your group give you priority so that you can get your games scheduled and played quickly. What country are you from?

Thanks very much but I'm afraid my knowledge of extensions is pretty poor.  Given the constraints, you can leave me off the starting list.  I'll set my sights on the 2016 World Cup!

Welcome!
We organize other competitions, maybe you can join them before next summer.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Rich_The_Fish on August 24, 2015, 01:53:46 PM
So, as Decar and Paul have established (thanks guys!), games at the group stage will include River 1, Inns & Cathedrals and King & Robber Baron. These have been chosen as they’re all nice, simple expansions that most people will be familiar with, but the combination means there’s plenty of interesting tiles, lots to think about and huge potential for some exciting games! :(y)

Do check the CAR if you’re not 100% sure about the rules to any of these though, and I recommend playing a few practice games in JCloisterZone with this combination of expansions against an AI opponent too.

Happy river and inn and cathedral and king and robber baroning everyone! :)

Just played a couple of games on JCZ against AI using these expansions and enjoyed it. I'm really looking forward to this tournament starting even though I don't think I'll progress past the first round!!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Curt194 on August 24, 2015, 02:33:25 PM
Hi all,

Just wanted to give a heads up that I'm on holiday next Monday till the 5th...I'm hoping that isn't a problem, but let me know if it is.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 26, 2015, 05:05:05 AM
Welcome aboard (and to the forums) :)! We'll request that others in your group give you priority so that you can get your games scheduled and played quickly. What country are you from?

Thanks very much but I'm afraid my knowledge of extensions is pretty poor.  Given the constraints, you can leave me off the starting list.  I'll set my sights on the 2016 World Cup!

 :(

That's a shame. Especially after the game we had on Sunday evening! I won't try to persuade you otherwise, but I will say the complexity of the expansions used in the group stage wouldn't be too much for someone such as yourself to deal with even if you only play a handful of games again an AI opponent beforehand. Up to you.

:blue-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: khalidqasrawi on August 26, 2015, 06:01:10 AM

 :(

That's a shame. Especially after the game we had on Sunday evening! I won't try to persuade you otherwise, but I will say the complexity of the expansions used in the group stage wouldn't be too much for someone such as yourself to deal with even if you only play a handful of games again an AI opponent beforehand. Up to you.

:blue-meeple:

Okay, you have persuaded me!  I'll give it a go.  I tried the AI.  Feels very busy compared to the basic game with all those new tiles.  I'm afraid I still have those dates that I can't play though.  I'll be here and there's not much Internet:-

(http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Guardian/Pix/pictures/2009/9/18/1253292528911/An-Aerial-Picture-Of-Lund-026.jpg)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: aenima on August 26, 2015, 10:41:50 AM
Ah, I forgot... I can start to play from 10 september! First I'm for holyday in Corsica, then back to my mom in Naples, then return in Bruxelles to start my normal life again! It's a problem?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 26, 2015, 10:42:18 AM
Excellent news. I'll add your name back to the list. :) :(y)

I'm sure the holiday won't be a problem. The island looks amazing, where is that?

Ah, I forgot... I can start to play from 10 september! First I'm for holyday in Corsica, then back to my mom in Naples, then return in Bruxelles to start my normal life again! It's a problem?

Well, it's not ideal but I don't suppose it will be a problem as long as you don't mind playing catch-up when you get back!

Hope you have a wonderful holiday though! :)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: MrNumbers on August 26, 2015, 11:08:05 AM
I'm sure the holiday won't be a problem. The island looks amazing, where is that?

It is the island of Lundy (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lundy), England.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Decar on August 26, 2015, 11:10:21 AM
A merit for MrNumbers for recognising British Islands; a useful talent I'm sure!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: rfielder on August 26, 2015, 12:14:04 PM
To all who are concerned about some of the expansions:

Prior to the announcement here, I had never used the King and Robber Baron expansion.  I don't own the physical expansion yet.

Just had a quick look at the rules, and it is very simple!  JCZ handles all the details, so it really won't impact on your game play, beyond encouraging players to build longer roads and larger (more tiles) cities.

There are only five new tiles, and those tiles are nothing weird or obnoxious.  Very good additions to the tiles available.

Not a reason to hold back from joining the competition!!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 26, 2015, 12:51:40 PM
Yes exactly, thanks rfielder! :(y)

There are no special rules for King & Robber Baron other than that the person who completes/ closes/ finishes the longest road (in terms of number of tiles) gets 1 bonus point for every completed road on the final map, and the player who completes/ closes/ finishes the largest city (in terms of number of tiles) gets 1 bonus point for every completed city. This can be quite a worthwhile bonus, especially if you end up with both, so it's well worth thinking about during the game (especially large games).

The tiles themselves are pretty interesting too, which is part of the reason they were included at this stage of the competition. :)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Mrs_danisthirty on August 26, 2015, 01:05:17 PM
I'm in! (I may have been persuaded ...)

 :pink-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: quevy on August 26, 2015, 01:08:15 PM
I'm in! (I may have been persuaded ...)

 :pink-meeple:

 :(y) Becky :(y)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Joansinmiedo on August 26, 2015, 02:20:10 PM
I want to take part in the World Cup! :D
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Jéré on August 27, 2015, 01:55:43 AM
Wow! 33 participants so far. This tournament is going to be HUGE.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 27, 2015, 02:02:46 AM
Wow! 33 participants so far. This tournament is going to be HUGE.

Indeed. It works best if there are 8 groups so 32 or 40 players would be best. Since we now have 33, another 7 would be good! O:-)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Piklach on August 27, 2015, 02:10:36 AM
I'll join
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: glh510 on August 27, 2015, 02:16:22 AM
to reach at least 40 => I'm in :-)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 27, 2015, 06:17:33 AM
I'll join

 :(y)

to reach at least 40 => I'm in :-)

 :(y)

Excellent! Thanks guys, you've made the right decision! :)

Now that we're up to 35 players with another 2 hopefully in the pipeline, I thought it would be a good idea to share some more detailed information about how the first stage of the competition is going to run:

Group stage
Every participant will be assigned to one of 8 groups (labelled A – H) and each group will have 5 participants. Everybody in each group should play a single, head-to-head game against everyone else in their group individually. This means that everyone taking part in the World Cup will get to play 4 games at this stage of the competition.

Games
Games should be played via JCloisterZone version 3.3.1 which can be downloaded here: http://jcloisterzone.com/builds/JCloisterZone-3.3.1.zip (http://jcloisterzone.com/builds/JCloisterZone-3.3.1.zip). You must be running the same version of JCZ as your opponent in order for the game to work (so let's all stick with 3.3.1) and please remember to unzip this before you attempt to run it as you will encounter difficulties connecting to a game otherwise!

In order that they can take place, online games require a host which may be one of the players, or even a third person who isn't taking part in the match. If neither you nor your opponent has the ability to host games directly, please ask if someone else in your group is able to host for you at the time of your scheduled match. Failing this, someone in the chat room (see below) may be able to host for you or there is an online server which can be used by selecting JCloisterZone's "Play Online" option.

In the event of either player losing connection while the game is in progress, the game should be saved so that it can be reloaded. There will normally be someone in the chat room who will guide you through how this can be achieved, but it is a relatively simple process...

Expansions
All games at the group stage should include the following expansions:
  • River 1 (removed)
  • Inns & Cathedrals
  • King & Robber Baron
(these can be selected on the pre-game screen where you choose a colour and enter your name).

Please also enable the "Randomize playing order" checkbox so that the starting player will be chosen at random.

How groups will be ranked
Players will be awarded 2 group points for a win or 1 group point for a draw so that an overall group-ranking can be established. "Points Differential" (total points scored by you minus total points scored against you in all games) will be used as a tie-breaker and the top 2 players from each group will go through to the knock-out stage. C:-)

Communication
I will send an email round to each group once the competition is live (current target is 31st August). Please use this and/ or Private Messages (PMs) as an opportunity to schedule suitable times for your matches. Don't just sign in to the chat room and hope that someone will be there and available to play! ::) There will also be a dedicated thread for each group (which I will link to in the email I send you) which is intended for you to record scores, post screenshots (including score breakdown) and game reports so that your group's progress can be tracked.

Chat room
Our web-based chat page is a handy place to meet with your opponent before your match, or to chat with other members of Carcassonne Central. It can be accessed through your browser by following this link:
http://sydby.com/carcassonne/irc/index.html (http://sydby.com/carcassonne/irc/index.html). You will usually be able to find a third-party host here as necessary, and can also seek technical support relating to JCloisterZone or crashed games in the unlikely event that you need it.

Prizes
Everyone who completes all of their matches will receive (at least) a special tile/ expansion that has been uniquely designed for this World Cup and is not available anywhere else. There will also be a bonus prize for every member of the first group to finish all of their group stage matches, as well as spot prizes for several other undisclosed achievements! There will be a further bonus prize for everyone who reaches the knock-out stage (top 16) and naturally, something quite wonderful for the overall winner (as well as the honour of keeping our trophy until the next 2016 World Cup). So, in short, there's lots of cool Carcassonne goodies to play for and none of it will cost you anything! ^-^

What happens next?
More information regarding the rest of the tournament (specifically the knock-out stage) will be disclosed as the group stage begins to wind down.

Please ask now if you have any questions. Because if you have a question, the chances are that others might have the same question and I want everything to be as clear as can be in advance of what’s sure to be a fantastic competition for all involved!

:blue-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jungleboy on August 27, 2015, 06:46:13 AM
Great work Dan. I presume you've already taken into account that two people in the same group could both be the first to finish, if it is the final group game for both players.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 27, 2015, 06:51:33 AM
Great work Dan. I presume you've already taken into account that two people in the same group could both be the first to finish, if it is the final group game for both players.

There will also be a bonus prize for every member of the first group to finish all of their group stage matches...

It's a group prize for every member of the first group to finish. It will only be a problem if two groups finish their last match at exactly the same time, but that seems unlikely... ;)

:blue-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: kettlefish on August 27, 2015, 08:33:42 AM
Hi danisthirty,
do you need a x-score list for the world cup?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 27, 2015, 08:36:58 AM
Hi danisthirty,
do you need a x-score list for the world cup?

I don't know yet. I think the scoring should be relatively simple within each group, but there will be 8 groups to keep track of which might be quite a lot of work.

Do you not wish to take part? :'(
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: kettlefish on August 27, 2015, 08:41:07 AM
Do you not wish to take part? :'(
No - I will only organize the x-score lists if neccessary.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 27, 2015, 08:59:32 AM
Do you not wish to take part? :'(
No - I will only organize the x-score lists if neccessary.

That is a shame. But if you wish to be in charge of keeping scores again then I'm very happy for you to do so provided that the work isn't too much?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Jéré on August 27, 2015, 11:56:22 AM
Grabushka would like to join. She said that playing 4 games is reasonable... perhaps more with some luck ;)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: MrNumbers on August 27, 2015, 12:31:57 PM
Grabushka would like to join. She said that playing 4 games is reasonable... perhaps more with some luck ;)
:(y)
Which country she will represent? Russia, perhaps? ;)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Jéré on August 27, 2015, 12:53:12 PM

:(y)
Which country she will represent? Russia, perhaps? ;)

She would like to draw her own flag but I guess that's not allowed. So, yes Russia would do ;)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 27, 2015, 01:44:44 PM

:(y)
Which country she will represent? Russia, perhaps? ;)

She would like to draw her own flag but I guess that's not allowed. So, yes Russia would do ;)

I don't mind if she want to represent her own country! :(y)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jungleboy on August 27, 2015, 02:34:15 PM



It's a group prize for every member of the first group to finish. It will only be a problem if two groups finish their last match at exactly the same time, but that seems unlikely... ;)

:blue-meeple:

Got it now, cheers. I misread it the first time.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jma03 on August 27, 2015, 04:50:51 PM
which is the way of composing the groups? at random? or there seedings ?
excuse me if my question is not very logical.....
  :-[  :-X
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: dustyu on August 27, 2015, 08:39:12 PM
I would like to join if there is still space
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 28, 2015, 12:01:04 AM
which is the way of composing the groups? at random? or there seedings ?
excuse me if my question is not very logical.....
  :-[  :-X

Makes perfect sense to me.

Top 8 players (based on Elo score at the end of the last league) will be split between the groups A - H so that none of them are in the same group. All other players will be picked and assigned groups at random.

I would like to join if there is still space


There is. Welcome to the World Cup dustyu! :)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Decar on August 28, 2015, 02:40:16 AM
Mrs Decar is joining the group - watch this space...

Also: I'm on the holidays for 10 days mid-September.  I doubt I'll have good Internets. :(   :gray-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Mrs_Decar on August 29, 2015, 09:42:29 AM
He's finally roped me in. I've been persuaded  :(y)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: quevy on August 29, 2015, 09:45:48 AM
He's finally roped me in. I've been persuaded  :(y)

Welcome to the forum, in the tournament and congratulations for the avatar, very apt :)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Mrs_Decar on August 29, 2015, 09:50:13 AM
Thanks. Creation of the avatar was part of the bargain we struck! I hope i dont let the side down with an abysmal performance in the tournament!  :pink-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 29, 2015, 10:42:56 AM
Thanks. Creation of the avatar was part of the bargain we struck! I hope i dont let the side down with an abysmal performance in the tournament!  :pink-meeple:

Welcome to the forums and the tournament Mrs. Decar! :) :(y)

2 spaces left now, then we can begin!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Hounk on August 30, 2015, 03:38:25 AM
I think, it's save to say, that this WC will reach for into October, and now I got a confirmation from my sister, who lives in the US, that she will pay me a visit, then. So I will be most of the time, when not working, occupied with her and think, it is better to withdraw from competition before it starts. Very sorry, but I will be back for other tournaments, and I also look very much forward to spend some time with my sister again. Maybe, I will introduce her to Carcassonne as well.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Jéré on August 30, 2015, 04:56:19 AM

I think, it's save to say, that this WC will reach for into October, and now I got a confirmation from my sister, who lives in the US, that she will pay me a visit, then. So I will be most of the time, when not working, occupied with her and think, it is better to withdraw from competition before it starts. Very sorry, but I will be back for other tournaments, and I also look very much forward to spend some time with my sister again. Maybe, I will introduce her to Carcassonne as well.

Well, 60% of the players will only play 4 games, quite likely all in September...

Another 20% will play one more game (5).

The last 20% will play 6 or 7 games.

 I expect the rythm to be quite slow around October: either we wait for the last group stage matches to be completed or you play max 1 match every 1-2 weeks in the knock-out phase until you're eliminated... If you've passed the group stage of course.

It's not what I would call the most demanding tournament...

It's your call ;)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jma03 on August 30, 2015, 07:26:18 AM
Hahahahaha
Congratulations  for the avatar mrs.decar!!!!
Merit for this. I like it
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Mrs_Decar on August 30, 2015, 10:00:46 AM
Thanks! Although truth be told i roped in decar to create it for me :)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Hounk on August 30, 2015, 11:44:55 AM

I think, it's save to say, that this WC will reach for into October, and now I got a confirmation from my sister, who lives in the US, that she will pay me a visit, then. So I will be most of the time, when not working, occupied with her and think, it is better to withdraw from competition before it starts. Very sorry, but I will be back for other tournaments, and I also look very much forward to spend some time with my sister again. Maybe, I will introduce her to Carcassonne as well.

Well, 60% of the players will only play 4 games, quite likely all in September...

Another 20% will play one more game (5).

The last 20% will play 6 or 7 games.

 I expect the rythm to be quite slow around October: either we wait for the last group stage matches to be completed or you play max 1 match every 1-2 weeks in the knock-out phase until you're eliminated... If you've passed the group stage of course.

It's not what I would call the most demanding tournament...

It's your call ;)
Good to know. :(y) It is my first WC, so I was not familiar with that. Under this circumstances, I think, I can handle it, and will take part. Thanks!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 30, 2015, 12:40:55 PM
Good to know. :(y) It is my first WC, so I was not familiar with that. Under this circumstances, I think, I can handle it, and will take part. Thanks!

Great. So we're still at 38 then.

I really want to kick this off as soon as possible as it's going to be awesome. Come on people, just 2 more, please! O:-)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Jéré on August 30, 2015, 01:00:46 PM
Kettlefish? Come on! ;)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: rfielder on August 31, 2015, 07:18:36 AM
Forgot to mention - monwil and I will be away on vacation from Sep 11 to Sep 23 inclusive.  We will be in Cuba for most of that time, and the internet in Cuba is both scarce and expensive from what I hear.

If this creates an issue for the competition, we will step aside.  We do not wish to hold things up.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 31, 2015, 07:21:24 AM
Forgot to mention - monwil and I will be away on vacation from Sep 11 to Sep 23 inclusive.  We will be in Cuba for most of that time, and the internet in Cuba is both scarce and expensive from what I hear.

If this creates an issue for the competition, we will step aside.  We do not wish to hold things up.

Thanks Robert. But I don't anticipate everyone being 100% available immediately as soon as the competition begins. It's to be expected that some of the games may take a little longer to organise...
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: rfielder on August 31, 2015, 07:41:36 AM
Kettlefish? Come on! ;)
No Kettlefish?

Can we even begin the event without her???

Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 31, 2015, 08:23:37 AM
Do you not wish to take part? :'(
No - I will only organize the x-score lists if neccessary.

I don't think kettlefish wants to take part... :(
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jazbang on August 31, 2015, 11:20:01 AM
Are there any spaces available?

If so, I'm in.  Finally got the software working!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on August 31, 2015, 12:34:57 PM
Are there any spaces available?

If so, I'm in.  Finally got the software working!

Welcome James! It's good to hear from you again. And yes, there is one space left in the World Cup and you've just taken it!

So, now we've reached 40 participants we can get started. I'll post the groups and send the emails tomorrow morning!

Good luck all! :) :(y)

:blue-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: CarcinFool on August 31, 2015, 01:09:21 PM
WOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOO!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UBcF6n-skk


(http://i1322.photobucket.com/albums/u579/supergrimlock/It-has-begun_zpstvh1hitw.jpg)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 01, 2015, 07:18:10 AM
The 2015 World Cup of Carcassonne Central is now live!

2015 World Cup – Group A (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2036): jazbang, jma03, laguse, Mrs_Decar, Piklach
2015 World Cup – Group B (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2037): aenima, franks, Hounk, Merlin_89, MrNumbers
2015 World Cup – Group C (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2038): Carcking, Chooselife, ny1050220, quevy, SRBO
2015 World Cup – Group D (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2039): Decar, MrsNumbers, rfielder, Safari, zone2
2015 World Cup – Group E (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2040): Ailurus, jungleboy, glh510, Grabushka, Joansinmiedo
2015 World Cup – Group F (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2041): Andrew the Ambo, Curt194, dustyu, Leven, Rosco
2015 World Cup – Group G (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2042): BabyGamer, Jéré, khalidqasrawi, Paul, Rich_The_Fish
2015 World Cup – Group H (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2043): CarcinFool, danisthirty, farin, monwil, Mrs_danisthirty

Good luck everyone! :(y)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jma03 on September 01, 2015, 07:37:20 AM
COMEEEEEEE  ONNNNNNN!!!!!
Yuuujuuuuuuu
 ;D
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Carcking on September 01, 2015, 08:07:28 AM
Good luck everyone!!! The trophy is back up for grabs!!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Leven on September 01, 2015, 01:16:09 PM
Good luck everyone!!! The trophy is back up for grabs!!

Good luck to you as well!
Your group seems quite tough and well balanced (only 60 ELO between the highest and the lowest rated player), with lots of experienced CC-league players. I think we can call it the "group of death" of this World Cup.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 01, 2015, 01:48:01 PM
Due to an apparent "bug" with the way River 1 is implemented within JCloisterZone, please avoid using this expansion in your game. At this stage of the competition we will now be using Inns & Cathedrals and King & Robber Baron only.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: kettlefish on September 02, 2015, 10:25:13 AM
Merlin_89 -  likes to play a test game for learning JCZ and the World Cup.
He is online in the chatroom.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: kettlefish on September 02, 2015, 10:49:11 AM
ghl510 (group E)-  likes to play a test game for learning JCZ and the World Cup.
He is online in the chatroom.

Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: CarcinFool on September 03, 2015, 05:29:38 AM
Sorry if I missed this, but is there a place where all the scores/results so far are summarized? Or is that just posted after the group stage is competed?

Also, I noticed some people in the chatroom were commenting on the game I was playing with Dan yesterday while it was going on -- how do you peep in on someone else's game?

Thx in advance for answering my newbie questions. ;)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 03, 2015, 05:37:16 AM
Sorry if I missed this, but is there a place where all the scores/results so far are summarized? Or is that just posted after the group stage is competed?

Also, I noticed some people in the chatroom were commenting on the game I was playing with Dan yesterday while it was going on -- how do you peep in on someone else's game?

Thx in advance for answering my newbie questions. ;)

kettlefish is in charge of keeping all the scores. I think she has a tabular score-sheet for each group which she posts on the group thread every time there is more than 1 or 2 scores to report. I don't think we've seen anything in our group yet as there has only been one game (ours).

Anyone can connect to a game in the same way as you connected to the instance of JCloisterZone running on my laptop last night, so in the same way as if they were playing. If they don't claim a meeple on the pre-game screen though, they're not actively taking part in the game and remain merely as a spectator. Nobody besides you and I was connected to our game so I don't think anybody else could have been watching it. Are you sure they were talking about our game specifically? I don't remember seeing anything myself... ???
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: kettlefish on September 03, 2015, 05:40:45 AM
Hi CarcinFool,

the x-score lists:

I will post a x-score list for each group in their own topics.
In the groups A-H - each group is playing 10 games total - that means 80 games in the first round. If I post for each game in each group a screenshot of the x-score list - that will be 80 postings...

I decided to post a screenshot of the x-score for each group when 2-3 games have been played.
Then I have some less work - something between 24 - 40 postings.

After the groups - in the knock-out round - I will post more often the x-score lists.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: CarcinFool on September 03, 2015, 06:51:34 AM
Thx Kettlefish! I totally understand the need to not be overwhelmed with posting screenshots here, there, and everywhere! ;-)  8)


Would it be useful to keep a copy of the scoresheet on Dropbox or somewhere else on the web so that people could just visit that link to see the latest version?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: khalidqasrawi on September 03, 2015, 06:55:36 AM
Yes. How about a Google drive spreadsheet?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: kettlefish on September 03, 2015, 09:02:26 AM
No GoogleDrive spreadsheet.

It need much time to programm the excel table.
I don't like to programm it on a different software.

If you like to have a screenshot - then play your games in your groups.  >:D
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: khalidqasrawi on September 03, 2015, 10:14:01 AM
No GoogleDrive spreadsheet.

It need much time to programm the excel table.
I don't like to programm it on a different software.

Sure, leave it as Excel but if you place the live copy in a google drive folder and share it read only to public and share a link to it, then everyone can see the live scores.  If you don't like google, use dropbox.

Just a suggestion.

:)
khalid
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: rfielder on September 03, 2015, 04:35:56 PM
Sure, leave it as Excel but if you place the live copy in a google drive folder and share it read only to public and share a link to it, then everyone can see the live scores.  If you don't like google, use dropbox.
khalid

I am comfortable with Kettlefish handling it as needed.  This a lot of work for her, for a competition that she in which she is not participating, so we should make it as convenient for her as possible.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: rfielder on September 03, 2015, 05:03:34 PM
Can we use the Play Online option, using farin's server?

We just played a game on that server, and it worked well.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Paul on September 03, 2015, 07:39:23 PM
Can we use the Play Online option, using farin's server?

We just played a game on that server, and it worked well.

I don't see why not. My game with Jere was played online as well. Worked.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 03, 2015, 10:29:36 PM
Can we use the Play Online option, using farin's server?

We just played a game on that server, and it worked well.

I don't see why not. My game with Jere was played online as well. Worked.

There were some reliability problems with it in previous versions, hence my preference for direct or third-party hosting. But I haven't experienced any problems for a while now and haven't heard any reports from anyone else having any either. No reason other than this for avoiding it, so use it if you like, but be prepared to save the game and have it reloaded on another host machine if required.
Title: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Jéré on September 04, 2015, 12:44:12 AM

I don't see why not. My game with Jere was played online as well. Worked.

There were some reliability problems with it in previous versions, hence my preference for direct or third-party hosting. But I haven't experienced any problems for a while now and haven't heard any reports from anyone else having any either. No reason other than this for avoiding it, so use it if you like, but be prepared to save the game and have it reloaded on another host machine if required.

The same evening I played another game vs. Rosco also using the JCZ online server so absolutely no complains so far... 

Can't say the same about my own internet connection recently...
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Jéré on September 04, 2015, 12:54:49 AM
Question for Dan:

Last year for the first WC, there was an issue in the knock-out where 2 participants from same group phase could meet again too early or something similar (my memory is failing here...)

You know what I'm talking about? Was this addressed? Thanks!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 04, 2015, 01:46:42 AM
Question for Dan:

Last year for the first WC, there was an issue in the knock-out where 2 participants from same group phase could meet again too early or something similar (my memory is failing here...)

You know what I'm talking about? Was this addressed? Thanks!

Yes Jéré, I remember exactly what you mean. It was down to the way I paired the competitors in the initial knock-out round being flawed. Of course, there is still the chance that two people from the same group might meet in the final but this is unavoidable (and exciting)! This time I will make sure the pairings are arranged such that nobody will meet an opponent from their same group before this though...
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 04, 2015, 03:37:07 AM
Hi again, just thought I'd post to show the following chart for how I plan the knock-out stage to be arranged:

(http://www.dan.tehill.net/KO_Layout.png)

This isn't final yet, but if you win your group you should expect to play a 2nd-place finisher from another group and vice versa (obviously) in your first knock-out stage game.

If two people from the same group want to play against each other again in the knock-out stage then they may do so, but not until the final! ;)

Hope this all makes sense and seems fair. I'm posting it now so that any problems can be identifed early on.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Merlin_89 on September 04, 2015, 04:08:27 AM
Danishthirty, good job with your chart, I love it!

In knock-out stage, it's still be one match format? Maybe it would fairer if winner needed to win 2 games? What do you think about that? I don't think it would extended that much lasting of the stage.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 04, 2015, 07:45:16 AM
Danishthirty, good job with your chart, I love it!

In knock-out stage, it's still be one match format? Maybe it would fairer if winner needed to win 2 games? What do you think about that? I don't think it would extended that much lasting of the stage.

Hi Merlin.

Thanks for the suggestion, but when we reach the knock-out stage games will be noticeably longer as there will be a variety of expansions included rather than the basic ones that we’ve used in the group stage so far. If games are taking an hour or so at present, it isn’t unlikely that this may stretch out to two hours or more at the next stage. Expecting players to commit to 4 (or even 6) hours per match (as might be required for 2 or 3 games) is simply too much, especially when you take time zone differences into account.

However, if it was base-game only then this seems like a great suggestion. In fact, the original league that we did last year was base-game only and each match consisted of two games (which got tricky if either game was tied), plus we have “challenge matches” which are part of the Order of the Meeple and which are also base-game only (the winner being the first player to win two games).

Thanks again for the suggestion though, I’m always keen to hear what others have to say!

Dan
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 04, 2015, 08:43:45 AM
World Cup Progress Update (last updated: 12th October 15:49 UK time)

Group A (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2036) games played: 10 O0 :(y)
Group B (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2037) games played: 10 O0 :(y)
Group C (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2038) games played: 9 8)
Group D (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2039) games played: 10 O0 :(y)
Group E (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2040) games played: 10 O0 :(y)
Group F (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2041) games played: 10 O0 :(y)
Group G (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2042) games played: 10 O0 :(y)
Group H (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2043) games played: 10 O0 :(y)

79 / 80 games played so far! (98.75%)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Jéré on September 04, 2015, 11:25:20 AM
World Cup Progress Update

Group A games played: 0 :(
Group B games played: 2 :)
Group C games played: 0 :(
Group D games played: 0 :(
Group E games played: 6 8)
Group F games played: 0 :(
Group G games played: 2 :)
Group H games played: 2 :)

Come on Group G !!  :(y)

One of my agent infiltrated Group E so, if necessary, I can command an act of sabotage to slow them down.  C:-)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: kettlefish on September 05, 2015, 05:13:16 AM
Here comes the blanc x-score list for the round 2.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: khalidqasrawi on September 05, 2015, 01:29:06 PM
Here comes the blanc x-score list for the round 2.

What will the game be for the next round?  Which expansions?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 05, 2015, 01:47:32 PM
Here comes the blanc x-score list for the round 2.

What will the game be for the next round?  Which expansions?

I haven't published it yet. But don't worry, there will be plenty of time! ;)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 14, 2015, 09:31:12 AM
So, the World Cup has been live for one month now and we’ve played 79 of 80 games (98.75%). Many thanks to all of the following members (38 in total) who have now played all of their games: aenima, Ailurus, Andrew the Ambo, BabyGamer, CarcinFool, Chooselife, Curt194, danisthirty, Decar, dustyu, farin, franks, glh510, Grabushka, Hounk, jazbang, Jéré, jma03, Joansinmiedo, jungleboy, khalidqasrawi, laguse, Leven, Merlin_89, monwil, MrNumbers, Mrs Decar, Mrs_danisthirty, MrsNumbers, ny1050220, Paul, Piklach, quevy, rfielder, Rich_The_Fish, Rosco, Safari, zone2.

For everyone else, it's time to name and shame... C:-)

:)
PlayerNumber of Games Left
Carcking1
SRBO1
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jma03 on September 14, 2015, 05:11:44 PM
 :(y) :(y)
good job dan¡¡¡¡
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: kettlefish on September 14, 2015, 11:26:22 PM
Some groups have finished all their 10 games in the world cup 2015:
1. Group G
2. Group B
3. Group E
--------------------------------------------------------
Group D has only one game left
Groups F and H have 4 games left to play.
Group C has 6 games left to play.
Group A has 7 games left to play.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 14, 2015, 11:40:32 PM
Some groups have finished all their 10 games in the world cup 2015:
1. Group G
2. Group B
3. Group E
--------------------------------------------------------
Group D has only one game left
Groups F and H have 4 games left to play.
Group C has 6 games left to play.
Group A has 7 games left to play.

Yep (http://www.carcassonnecentral.com/community/index.php?topic=2012.msg28185#msg28185).
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 23, 2015, 02:57:09 AM
9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 games left to go! Time for yet another list to maintain... ::)

Games outstanding:
  • Piklach vs. jazbang (Group A)
  • Piklach vs. MrsDecar (Group A)
  • Carcking vs. quevy (Group C)
  • Carcking vs. SRBO (Group C)
  • ny1050220 vs. SRBO (Group C)
  • Decar vs. Safari (Group D)
  • Curt194 vs. Leven (Group F)
  • Curt194 vs. Rosco (Group F)
  • farin vs. Mrs_danisthirty (Group H)

I think at least 2 of these are scheduled to take place this week. If you're involved in one that isn't, please fire off an email to your opponent(s) at your earliest convenience. C:-)

PS - I've given merit to Carcking for making himself available at 3am in order to play his game with Chooselife; that's dedication!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Carcking on September 25, 2015, 11:59:55 AM
Haha - thanks for the Merit Dan! But really the benefit is already mine...I think I need to play bleary-eyed more often...   :@
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: jungleboy on September 30, 2015, 10:36:09 PM
There must be only a handful of games left to be played in the group stage now. Any chance they could all be played by the end of this week?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on September 30, 2015, 11:11:14 PM
6 games left. Mrs_danisthirty and farin should be playing their game this evening. No telling when the other 5 will take place... ???
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Jéré on October 01, 2015, 01:26:08 AM

Mrs_danisthirty and farin should be playing their game this evening.

Great, then I will know who will be my next opponent.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on October 01, 2015, 01:38:43 AM

Mrs_danisthirty and farin should be playing their game this evening.

Great, then I will know who will be my next opponent.

If farin wins by 41 points or more he will top the group and play you.

If farin loses or wins by less than 41 points it will be me.

Whichever way it ends up, those are going to be two great matches!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: khalidqasrawi on October 01, 2015, 02:28:51 AM

Mrs_danisthirty and farin should be playing their game this evening.

Great, then I will know who will be my next opponent.

If farin wins by 41 points or more he will top the group and play you.

If farin loses or wins by less than 41 points it will be me.

Whichever way it ends up, those are going to be two great matches!
Exciting. What time if the match? Maybe we could all watch.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on October 01, 2015, 03:03:05 AM
That would be between farin and Becky, but I imagine Becky would probably prefer it to be played behind closed doors (i.e. no spectators). Even I won’t be watching as I have a fish tank to clean out...
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: rfielder on October 01, 2015, 11:14:22 AM
Any decision on the expansions for the next round?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: kettlefish on October 04, 2015, 02:21:34 AM
Following groups have finished all their 10 games in the world cup 2015:
1. Group G - finished 06 09 2015
2. Group B - finished 12 09 2015
3. Group E - finished 14 09 2015
4. Group H - finished 01 10 2015
5. Group D - finished 03 10 2015
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Groups A and F have 1 game left to play.
Group C has 2 games left to play.
In total round 1 has still 4 games open.
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Here comes the update for the list "CarcC - Round2".
There are 4 places for players open, because round 1 is still not finished.

Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Decar on October 04, 2015, 02:28:06 AM

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Groups A and F have 1 game left to play.
Group C has 2 games left to play.
In total round 1 has still 4 games open.
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Which group is the 4th game?

Edit: counting is a problem on Sunday mornings!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: rfielder on October 05, 2015, 10:31:40 AM
Bump - Any decision?

Any decision on the expansions for the next round?

Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on October 06, 2015, 03:17:30 AM
Apologies to everyone who has asked about this for the delay in announcing it here, and thank you for your patience... O:-)

My aim was to set up a series of games that build towards the final in terms of size and excitement, but I also wanted things to be balanced and fun for everyone and there has been a certain amount of discussion over which expansions should be included at what stage, and how well they interact with each other.

So, without further ado, here it is: :)

(http://www.dan.tehill.net/KO_Expansions_corrected.png)

Round 1 (1/8F):
Inns & Cathedrals + Abbey & Mayor + Mage & Witch = 110 tiles

Round 2 (QF):
Traders & Builders + The Tower + The Fliers + The German Monasteries + The Phantom = 128 122 tiles (cloisters from base game removed)

Round 3 (SF):
Traders & Builders + Bridges, Castles & Bazaars + Goldmines + River 2 + The Phantom = 127 tiles (1 removed as start tile is replaced by River)

Round 4 (F):
Inns & Cathedrals + Princess & Dragon + The Tower + Abbey & Mayor + Mage & Witch + Festival + The Besiegers + The Phantom = 174 tiles

With 3 games left to play before the knock-out stage can begin, there should still be plenty of time for those unfamiliar with any of these expansions to get used to them in JCloisterZone (and there's usually someone available for a bit of "friendly" competition in the chat room). :(y)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: rfielder on October 06, 2015, 03:55:39 AM
Apologies to everyone who has asked about this for the delay in announcing it here, and thank you for your patience... O:-)
Thank you.

Round 2 (QF):
Traders & Builders + The Tower + The Fliers + The German Monasteries + The Phantom = 128 tiles
A question - when playing with the German Monasteries, one has the option to "Keep basic cloisters in game".  Will that option be checked?

A comment - some of these can not be used when playing against the AI.  A good way to learn how a new expansion works is to play a few games against the AI, but this will not be possible with some of the expansions listed.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on October 06, 2015, 04:00:04 AM
A question - when playing with the German Monasteries, one has the option to "Keep basic cloisters in game".  Will that option be checked?

An answer: yes! No.

A comment - some of these can not be used when playing against the AI.  A good way to learn how a new expansion works is to play a few games against the AI, but this will not be possible with some of the expansions listed.

Very true. But there's nothing to stop people from playing against other people here or even playing a solo game (without opponents).
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: khalidqasrawi on October 06, 2015, 04:54:23 AM
Thanks for publishing. :(y) 

Need to get learning these expansions now before our match Dan!!

:red-meeple: khalidq :red-meeple:
Title: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: Jéré on October 06, 2015, 05:13:03 AM
Not the biggest fan of Mage & Witch but I will make sure Farin hates it even more after our game :)

EDIT:  Though, it will be the first time I try it in a 1vs1 match so my opinion could change.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on October 06, 2015, 05:18:10 AM
Not the biggest fan of Mage & Witch but I will make sure Farin hates it even more after our game :)

EDIT:  Though, it will be the first time I try it in a 1vs1 match so my opinion could change.

I'm quite fond of it. But I certainly admire your confidence! :)
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on October 06, 2015, 07:32:07 AM
A question - when playing with the German Monasteries, one has the option to "Keep basic cloisters in game".  Will that option be checked?

An answer: yes!

Correct answer: no. I hadn't realised that removing the cloisters from the basic game was the recommended way to play. So no, the basic cloisters will not be kept in the game - do not check this option!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: ny1050220 on October 06, 2015, 08:49:04 AM
Apologies to everyone who has asked about this for the delay in announcing it here, and thank you for your patience... O:-)

My aim was to set up a series of games that build towards the final in terms of size and excitement, but I also wanted things to be balanced and fun for everyone and there has been a certain amount of discussion over which expansions should be included at what stage, and how well they interact with each other.

So, without further ado, here it is: :)

(http://www.dan.tehill.net/KO_Expansions.png)

Round 1 (1/8F):
Inns & Cathedrals + Abbey & Mayor + Mage & Witch = 110 tiles

Round 2 (QF):
Traders & Builders + The Tower + The Fliers + The German Monasteries + The Phantom = 128 122 tiles (cloisters from base game removed)

Round 3 (SF):
Traders & Builders + Bridges, Castles & Bazaars + Goldmines + River 2 + The Phantom = 127 tiles (1 removed as start tile is replaced by River)

Round 4 (F):
Inns & Cathedrals + Princess & Dragon + The Tower + Abbey & Mayor + Mage & Witch + Festival + The Besiegers + The Phantom = 174 tiles

With 3 games left to play before the knock-out stage can begin, there should still be plenty of time for those unfamiliar with any of these expansions to get used to them in JCloisterZone (and there's usually someone available for a bit of "friendly" competition in the chat room). :(y)

So, do we use the phantom in Round 2? I assume not, as it's easier to change the text than the picture. Could you confirm?
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on October 06, 2015, 08:55:36 AM
Nope. No phantom in Round 2. I've also taken the time to update the picture to avoid confusion as much as possible!
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on October 07, 2015, 01:57:24 AM
So, another recap of where we are with 3 games left to play:

(http://www.dan.tehill.net/KO_Layout_populated.png)

13 of the 16 qualifiers have been identified, so the outstanding games will be critical in identifying who the final 3 will be...

:blue-meeple:
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: farin on October 07, 2015, 12:22:53 PM
I see many well-known players from League. There will be no easy match at all.
Title: Re: World Cup of Carcassonne Central 2015
Post by: danisthirty on October 07, 2015, 01:08:20 PM
I see many well-known players from League. There will be no easy match at all.

+1 to that!