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MrDayCee

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Posted March 15, '11 10:10pm UTC

A lot of people have been asking me when the new edition of the 'CRBWC' would finally start (and I'm sorry it took me so long...), but I wanted to make the second edition even better and more fun than the first one!
(In case you wonder what the first one looked like: this is the 'CRBWC 2010'.)

After hours of fun (and stress!) in figuring out the new CRBWC schematics, the gathering of info on the participating bands and fabricating the additional pictures to it all, I'm proud of the final outcome and so, without further delay, let's kick off the 2011 edition of the

Now, some changes have been made to the second edition of this competition, so reading the rules and guidelines is something everyone needs to do, even the voters from last year's edition are advised to...

The format of this World Cup for Classical Rock Bands is based upon the organisation schematics of the Soccer World Cup. It has the same rules as the Soccer World Cup in terms of competitors proceeding through it, but it will follow a few rules of its own too.
Below is a short guide to elaborate the >binding rules< for this competition:

-The 'CRBWC' consist of a total of 24 rounds being presented one at a time.
-Each round will be open for voting for a maximum of 2 weeks or untill a band reaches the points limit.

-Each user of ArmorGames who wants to give a vote has the possibility to vote only once per round.
-All votes given by users are obligated to consist of an elaborated reasoning as to 'why' you choose these two bands. Votes lacking a proper elaborated reasoning, for example: "I like them" or "They rule", will not be counted. Elaborate on why you like them and talk about them, that's the main goal of this competition!
-Different to last year's edition, this time each vote in the group stage of this competition will consist of naming a "First choice" with with a value of 3 points and a "Second choice" with a value of 1 point.
-You only get to vote for two bands in a group. NO double voting for a single band and/or NO voting for more than two bands per group. No exceptions will be made in this matter.
-If two bands reach the limit of 30 points at the same time, the band with the most "First choices" will be declared as the winner of that round.
-The rule explained above, also applies if two bands reach a similar point count for second place at the same time in the 'Group Stage'.
-If, for any reason, two bands reach the limit of 30 points simultaniously and both have an equal amount of first and second choices, the band getting it's 'winning vote' first will be declared the winner.
-Further rounds after the group stage will have a 1 point count for each vote given and an according 10 points limit. Rules for declaring a winner will be applied according to the group stage rules.
-No discussions about the ruling on the outcome of a round are allowed.

# THE GROUP STAGE:
-This stage will behold 8 different groups (A to H) consisting of 7 Classical Rock Bands to choose from.
-After closure, both the 'group winner' and the 'runner up' band will proceed to the knockout stage.
-All other remaining bands are eliminated from the competition.

THE KNOCKOUT STAGE:
-After completing the Group stage, the 'group winner' of the first group will be up against the 'runner up' of the second group. The 'group winner' of the second group will be up against the 'runner up' of the first group. This schedule will be followed for the rest of the groups, to clarify:
#1 Group A vs. #2 Group B (Winning band is called 'Winner I'
#1 Group B vs. #2 Group A (Winning band is called 'Winner II'
#1 Group C vs. #2 Group D (Winning band is called 'Winner III'
#1 Group D vs. #2 Group C (Winning band is called 'Winner IV'
#1 Group E vs. #2 Group F (Winning band is called 'Winner V'
#1 Group F vs. #2 Group E (Winning band is called 'Winner VI'
#1 Group G vs. #2 Group H (Winning band is called 'Winner VII'
#1 Group H vs. #2 Group G (Winning band is called 'Winner VIII'

THE 1/4 FINALS:
-The next stage, the 1/4 finals, will be held in this order:
# Winner I vs. Winner V
# Winner II vs. Winner VI
# Winner III vs. Winner VII
# Winner IV vs. Winner VIII

THE SEMI FINALS:
-The semi finals will be held in the order of:
# Winner I/V vs. Winner II/VI
# Winner III/VII vs. Winner IV/VIII

THE 'SHADOW FINAL':
-A number three and four is decided in a match between both 'losing' bands from the semi finals.
-Ranking of third and fourth place in this Final is decided upon the band that reaches the 10 points limit first.

THE FINAL MATCH:
-The Final match is held between both winning bands from the semi finals.
-When one of the bands in the Final reaches the limit of 10 points first, that band is declared the winner of the competition and is crowned The 'CRBWC' Champion 2011.
-The remaining band is ranked #2 in this competition.

-There will be NO playoffs held in this competition.
-You don't get to complain when 'your band' is eliminated from the competition. "Take the pain..."
-Swearing and obscene language is not tolerated. Always respect the opinion(s) of the other users participating in this thread, even if you disagree with their reasoning.
-If any situation should occur that is not explained and/or guided by the thread's rules, the 'Armor Games Community Forum Rules and Regulations' and the 'Popular Media Rules ("Read these rules or else...&quot' apply and are to be followed for this 'Classic Rock Bands World Cup'. They will be referred to when needed.
You can find them here:
Armor Games Community Forum Rules and Regulations
Popular Media Rules ("Read these rules, or else...&quot

Since this year's 'CRBWC' competition has a little more stuff to work with, I will start off as the sole Moderator for it, but there might be other moderators assigned over time if/when I see fit. Don't ask me for an assignment, since I will only assign people I know to have the same devotion to this competition and they will be revealed when the time comes, ok?

And last, but certainly not least... take heed:
!!! OFFICIAL AG ADMINISTRATORS AND MODERATORS WILL ALWAYS HAVE A BINDING WORD !!!
So, whenever an AG administrator or moderator visits this thread and decides to alter/delete a user's post or take action on an item or discussion, listen and obide to them as you would throughout the rest of the ArmorGames website.

I hope the AG users will like and participate in this 'Classic Rock Bands World Cup'!
So my main advice to all participants is to simply... ENJOY!!!

Now... enough with the talk... shove everything aside and...

A lot of people have been asking me when the new edition of the 'CRBWC' would finally start (and I'm sorry it took me so long...), but I wanted to make the second edition even better and more fun than the first one! ;)\r\n(In case you wonder what the first one looked like: [url=armorgames.com/community/thread/5280188/crbwc-2010-the-classic-rock-bands-world-cup]this is the 'CRBWC 2010'[/url].)\r\n\r\nAfter hours of fun (and stress!) in figuring out the new CRBWC schematics, the gathering of info on the participating bands and fabricating the additional pictures to it all, I'm proud of the final outcome and so, without further delay, let's kick off the 2011 edition of the\r\n\r\n\r\n[img]http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5294/5529788999_de0e158858.jpg[/img]\r\n\r\n\r\nNow, some changes have been made to the second edition of this competition, so reading the rules and guidelines is something everyone needs to do, [i]even the voters from last year's edition are advised to[/i]...\r\n\r\n\r\n[img]http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5097/5530376806_b698294b37.jpg[/img]\r\n\r\nThe format of this World Cup for Classical Rock Bands is based upon the organisation schematics of the Soccer World Cup. It has the same rules as the Soccer World Cup in terms of competitors proceeding through it, but it will follow a few rules of its own too.\r\nBelow is a short guide to elaborate the [b]>binding rules<[/b] for this competition:\r\n\r\n\r\n[img]http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5220/5529789379_02f0090bc2_m.jpg[/img]\r\n\r\n-The 'CRBWC' consist of a total of 24 rounds being presented one at a time.\r\n-Each round will be open for voting for a maximum of 2 weeks or untill a band reaches the points limit.\r\n\r\n\r\n[img]http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5178/5529789643_2c342038b7.jpg[/img]\r\n\r\n-Each user of ArmorGames who wants to give a vote has the possibility to vote only [i]once per round[/i].\r\n-All votes given by users are obligated to consist of an [i]elaborated reasoning[/i] as to 'why' you choose these two bands. Votes lacking a proper elaborated reasoning, for example: "I like them" or "They rule", will not be counted. Elaborate on why you like them and talk about them, that's the main goal of this competition!\r\n-Different to last year's edition, this time each vote in the group stage of this competition will consist of naming a [i]"First choice"[/i] with with a value of [i]3 points[/i] and a [i]"Second choice"[/i] with a value of [i]1 point[/i].\r\n-You only get to vote for two bands in a group. NO double voting for a single band and/or NO voting for more than two bands per group. No exceptions will be made in this matter.\r\n-If two bands reach the limit of 30 points at the same time, the band with the most "First choices" will be declared as the winner of that round.\r\n-The rule explained above, also applies if two bands reach a similar point count for second place at the same time in the 'Group Stage'.\r\n-If, for any reason, two bands reach the limit of 30 points simultaniously and both have an equal amount of first and second choices, the band getting it's 'winning vote' first will be declared the winner.\r\n-Further rounds after the group stage will have a 1 point count for each vote given and an according 10 points limit. Rules for declaring a winner will be applied according to the group stage rules.\r\n-No discussions about the ruling on the outcome of a round are allowed.\r\n\r\n\r\n[img]http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5133/5529789699_ba98e181f8.jpg[/img]\r\n\r\n[b]# THE GROUP STAGE:[/b]\r\n-This stage will behold 8 different groups (A to H) consisting of 7 Classical Rock Bands to choose from.\r\n-After closure, both the 'group winner' and the 'runner up' band will proceed to the knockout stage.\r\n-All other remaining bands are eliminated from the competition.\r\n\r\n[b]THE KNOCKOUT STAGE:[/b]\r\n-After completing the Group stage, the 'group winner' of the first group will be up against the 'runner up' of the second group. The 'group winner' of the second group will be up against the 'runner up' of the first group. This schedule will be followed for the rest of the groups, to clarify:\r\n#1 Group A vs. #2 Group B (Winning band is called 'Winner I')\r\n#1 Group B vs. #2 Group A (Winning band is called 'Winner II')\r\n#1 Group C vs. #2 Group D (Winning band is called 'Winner III')\r\n#1 Group D vs. #2 Group C (Winning band is called 'Winner IV')\r\n#1 Group E vs. #2 Group F (Winning band is called 'Winner V')\r\n#1 Group F vs. #2 Group E (Winning band is called 'Winner VI')\r\n#1 Group G vs. #2 Group H (Winning band is called 'Winner VII')\r\n#1 Group H vs. #2 Group G (Winning band is called 'Winner VIII')\r\n\r\n[b]THE 1/4 FINALS:[/b]\r\n-The next stage, the 1/4 finals, will be held in this order:\r\n# Winner I vs. Winner V\r\n# Winner II vs. Winner VI\r\n# Winner III vs. Winner VII\r\n# Winner IV vs. Winner VIII\r\n\r\n[b]THE SEMI FINALS:[/b]\r\n-The semi finals will be held in the order of:\r\n# Winner I/V vs. Winner II/VI\r\n# Winner III/VII vs. Winner IV/VIII\r\n\r\n[b]THE 'SHADOW FINAL':[/b]\r\n-A number three and four is decided in a match between both 'losing' bands from the semi finals.\r\n-Ranking of third and fourth place in this Final is decided upon the band that reaches the 10 points limit first.\r\n\r\n[b]THE FINAL MATCH:[/b]\r\n-The Final match is held between both winning bands from the semi finals.\r\n-When one of the bands in the Final reaches the limit of 10 points first, that band is declared the winner of the competition and is crowned The 'CRBWC' Champion 2011.\r\n-The remaining band is ranked #2 in this competition.\r\n\r\n\r\n[img]http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5213/5530377280_41f3830f0c.jpg[/img]\r\n\r\n-There will be NO playoffs held in this competition.\r\n-You don't get to complain when 'your band' is eliminated from the competition. "Take the pain..."\r\n-Swearing and obscene language is not tolerated. Always respect the opinion(s) of the other users participating in this thread, even if you disagree with their reasoning.\r\n-If any situation should occur that is not explained and/or guided by the thread's rules, the [i]'Armor Games Community Forum Rules and Regulations'[/i] and the [i]'Popular Media Rules ("Read these rules or else...")'[/i] apply and are to be followed for this 'Classic Rock Bands World Cup'. They will be referred to when needed.\r\nYou can find them here:\r\n[b][url=armorgames.com/page/Forum-Rules]Armor Games Community Forum Rules and Regulations[/url][/b]\r\n[b][url=armorgames.com/community/thread/6635103/read-these-rules-or-else]Popular Media Rules ("Read these rules, or else...")[/url][/b]\r\n\r\nSince this year's 'CRBWC' competition has a little more stuff to work with, I will start off as the sole Moderator for it, but there might be other moderators assigned over time if/when I see fit. Don't ask me for an assignment, since I will only assign people I know to have the same devotion to this competition and they will be revealed when the time comes, ok? ;)\r\n\r\nAnd last, but certainly not least... take heed:\r\n[b]!!! OFFICIAL AG ADMINISTRATORS AND MODERATORS WILL ALWAYS HAVE A BINDING WORD !!![/b]\r\nSo, whenever an AG administrator or moderator visits this thread and decides to alter/delete a user's post or take action on an item or discussion, listen and obide to them as you would throughout the rest of the ArmorGames website.\r\n\r\nI hope the AG users will like and participate in this 'Classic Rock Bands World Cup'!\r\nSo my main advice to all participants is to simply... ENJOY!!! :)\r\n\r\nNow... enough with the talk... shove everything aside and...\r\n\r\n[img]http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5019/5530376744_2f3a765af7_m.jpg[/img]

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nichodemus

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Grand Duke

Posted January 8, '12 7:57am UTC

I'm not going to vote. Both are absolutely pioneering bands in rock, and I favour both.

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ThroatLozenge

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Nomad

Posted January 8, '12 7:58am UTC

Really?!?

Dream on?
Walk this way?
Sweet Emotion?
I don't want to miss a thing?

among others...

Oh sure I'm aware of the songs. And they were number 1 singles when they came out. But when I'm with a bunch of drunk people, not everyone knows the words to those songs.

But everyone knows the words to Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, Anther One Bites The Dust, Fat Bottomed Girls

Aerosmith had hits. And in comparison to many bands they would be huge. But in comparison to Queen's? No.

I guess I may have worded it a bit poorly and could've gone into more detail about what I meant by that.

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nichodemus

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Grand Duke

Posted January 8, '12 8:08am UTC

There's no denying that Queen has the more recognisable rock anthemns.

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MrDayCee

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Posted January 8, '12 10:27am UTC

There's no denying that Queen has the more recognisable rock anthemns.

Maybe this is a reason to vote for that band, OR... vote for the underdog who will probably loose the battle to the recognisable anthem rockers...

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HahiHa

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Regent

Posted January 8, '12 6:01pm UTC

Indisputably, in my opinion of course, Queen. Great music, great singer, huge influence, and a style that I like more than Aerosmith's. Also:

But everyone knows the words to Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, Anther One Bites The Dust, Fat Bottomed Girls

^this.

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dudeguy45

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Posted January 8, '12 10:32pm UTC

Queen. Freddy is a great singer and personality and Brian May (who is an astrologist) has some nice solos. They are a perfect band together. My vote.

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MrDayCee

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Posted January 9, '12 12:48pm UTC

@ Schmiddy1234 : Sorry, but thread rules state for a clear guidance, a reasoning is required for your vote to be counted! State one and your vote is enclosed in the score count!

@ Nichodemus : since you favour both and can't decide, I'll add a +1 for each of them, just for fun! LOL =P

So, the first round up of votes, shows just what I had expected it to... Queen takes the comfortable lead and leaves Aerosmith coughing up dust... =)
________________________________________________

K.O. Round # B :

6 - QUEEN
1 - AEROSMITH
________________________________________________

Let's see if this can be reversed and maybe Aerosmith can overtake Queen again (even if it was for merely a second there...) and make for an exciting battle?! Probably not...

But keep them votes coming people! The more the merrier! We need 'em, yes we do! Come on! Come on! Co...
*SLAPS HIMSELF*
...ahem...sorry for that... VOTE PEOPLE!!!

[b]@ Schmiddy1234 :[/b] Sorry, but thread rules state for a clear guidance, a reasoning is required for your vote to be counted! State one and your vote is enclosed in the score count! ;)\r\n\r\n[b]@ Nichodemus :[/b] since you favour both and can't decide, I'll add a +1 for each of them, just for fun! LOL =P\r\n\r\nSo, the first round up of votes, shows just what I had expected it to... Queen takes the comfortable lead and leaves Aerosmith coughing up dust... =)\r\n________________________________________________\r\n\r\n[b]K.O. Round # B :\r\n\r\n6 - QUEEN\r\n1 - AEROSMITH[/b]\r\n________________________________________________\r\n\r\nLet's see if this can be reversed and maybe Aerosmith can overtake Queen again (even if it was for merely a second there...) and make for an exciting battle?! Probably not...\r\n\r\nBut keep them votes coming people! The more the merrier! We need 'em, yes we do! Come on! Come on! Co...\r\n[b]*SLAPS HIMSELF*[/b]\r\n...ahem...sorry for that... [b]VOTE PEOPLE!!![/b]

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nichodemus

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Grand Duke

Posted January 9, '12 1:42pm UTC

LOL, it's alright, I would have voted for Aerosmith after all.

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MrDayCee

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Posted January 9, '12 4:42pm UTC

Really?! Well... I can still change back to what I did... I merely have to -1 Queen for a vote, that's all! Just tell me if I should and 'thy will be done'! =)

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nichodemus

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Posted January 10, '12 10:56am UTC

Yep, I'm going with the underdogs this tine round!

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Maverick4

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Peasant

Posted January 12, '12 2:37am UTC

Queen has got the more well-known hits, with Bohemian Rpahsody and We Will Rock You. However, I'm voting for Aerosmith because 'Dream On' is one of my all-time favorite songs. Ever.

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MrDayCee

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Posted January 12, '12 11:34am UTC

Allright, since there's a new vote and a change in preference by one participant, I'll make a revised score count, allthough it won't change all that much... =/

Revised score count contains a +1 for Aerosmith (Maverick4) and a -1 for Queen (vote Nichodemus is finally decided upon Aerosmith, instead for an undecisive double vote count) and you know what? I'll add a vote for Aerosmith as well! Simply because allthough I'm a fan of Queen, I get tired of them being placed on that high and mighty pedistole of fame, plus... Aerosmith has some HUGE hits I am really fond of (that sounds weak... *shivers*) like "Love in an Elevator", "Crazy" and the collaboration between RUN D.M.C. and them with "Walk This Way", so...
________________________________________________

K.O. Round # B :

5 - QUEEN
3 - AEROSMITH
________________________________________________

Now, I need more votes people! The number of participants is at an alarming low again... wake up and smell the... ROCK!! Then vote... =D

Allright, since there's a new vote and a change in preference by one participant, I'll make a revised score count, allthough it won't change all that much... =/\r\n\r\nRevised score count contains a +1 for Aerosmith (Maverick4) and a -1 for Queen (vote Nichodemus is finally decided upon Aerosmith, instead for an undecisive double vote count) and you know what? I'll add a vote for [b]Aerosmith[/b] as well! Simply because allthough I'm a fan of Queen, I get tired of them being placed on that high and mighty pedistole of fame, plus... Aerosmith has some HUGE hits I am really fond of (that sounds weak... *shivers*) like "Love in an Elevator", "Crazy" and the collaboration between RUN D.M.C. and them with "Walk This Way", so...\r\n________________________________________________\r\n\r\n[b]K.O. Round # B :\r\n\r\n5 - QUEEN\r\n3 - AEROSMITH[/b]\r\n________________________________________________\r\n\r\nNow, I need more votes people! The number of participants is at an alarming low again... wake up and smell the... ROCK!! Then vote... =D

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nichodemus

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Grand Duke

Posted January 12, '12 12:02pm UTC

Aha, Aerosmith is indeed catching up...

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MrDayCee

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King

Posted January 12, '12 12:10pm UTC

Yes, but for how long is the case in this battle... =/

Queen is a far more popular band I'm afraid... they won every battle so far (same goes for last year) just like The Beatles move swiftly through any battle presented with them included! =O

It even crossed my mind several times to exclude those from the next edition! Not that I will do that though, but still... LOL XD

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nichodemus

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Grand Duke

Posted January 12, '12 12:19pm UTC

You could take them out, since they're sure to win, and it might be unfair to any bands that come up against them.

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