The Ancient Trials 2017 Tournament

[anonymous]

I failed pretty hard. Although I don't officially am signed up in the trials, I tried to do this challenge on my own. And guess what? With my Thompson and sawed off DB-shotgun, I only reached round 8.

[InfestLithium]

You did the right thing.

 

 

@mralways1 continues to barely take the lead by 3 points, with @andydabeast trailing right behind! A massive shoutout to @sushine1 for being the leader of this particular challenge, with a whopping 14 rounds - the highest out of all competitors. Keep it up friendo, and you'll be in the Top 4 for sure!

 

Challenge #3: Interstellar

Mode: Limit

Map: Moon

Type: Solo

Power: Yes

Gobblegums: N/A

Time Limit: N/A

Description: 

 

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The survivors, beaten and worn out from the mission, barely scraped by. Undead lay around them, motionless. It appeared that the surge of zombies were no more...at least for now. Their comrades, however, seemed completely unfazed by it all.

 

"Damn, no sign of Richtofen still," the American, called Dempsey, muttered.

 

The samurai named Takeo graced the surface of his katana, eyes closed.

 

"Perhaps we are not destined for us to come to him, but him to us."

 

Dempsey's face contorted slightly, scowl and all. "Yeah, well I don't plan on being someone else's lunch either. We need to get a move on bef-"

 

"Uh, guys, isn't this the same thingy that the German came out of last time?"

 

All eyes were turned to what Nikolai interrupted about - a crimson red and black portal, tall enough for a person to enter, brooding in the corner of the bunker.

 

"It must still be fresh, but it won't be open for long. He couldn't have been here recently...maybe this is our ticket out?"

 

The crew and other survivors cautiously stepped into the ominous portal, uncertain of its origin and where it would lead to next.

Return to Area 51, but only temporarily, to uncover darker secrets housed within the Moon. Survivors will be granted unlimited control over their arsenal before Round 5. Once their loadout has been chosen, they cannot change any aspect about it except for ammo replenishing. Hope the choose wisely.

Rules:

• Players must create arsenal before Round 5, and stick with it for remainder of game.
• All weapons are accessible before Round 5.
• Mystery Box is allowed before Round 5.
• Pack-a-Punch is allowed before Round 5.
• If wall-weapon is bought, ammo is allowed to be purchased even beyond Round 5.
• Power is allowed.
• All perks are allowed before Round 5.
• The furthest wave reached with the limited arsenal wins.

 

To keep track of participants, use this link to see each player standing. Although the current system on Challonge states that players will go up against one another, scores will actually be inputted based on highest round/score obtainable throughout each challenge. The stats on Challonge are not reflective of true scores - they are only to show how many participants have entered and what they scored in.

 

To see the true results of each tournament, use the following link(s) below:

 

Ancient Trials March 2017 Tournament

 

This spreadsheet will display each player's scores per challenge, and also include the Top 3 slayers of the monthly tournament. Use this as your reference for overall scoring, not the Challonge brackets.

 

The challenge will end March 25th at 11:59 pm PST. Once finished, the next challenge will be posted the following day alongside the results of the previous mission.

 

To submit your results, please click here to complete the submission form.

 

Happy slaying friendos, and may the Ancients guide you through the Aether!

[sushine1]

4 hours ago, InfestLithium said:

You did the right thing.

 

 

@mralways1 continues to barely take the lead by 3 points, with @andydabeast trailing right behind! A massive shoutout to @sushine1 for being the leader of this particular challenge, with a whopping 14 rounds - the highest out of all competitors. Keep it up friendo, and you'll be in the Top 4 for sure!

 

Challenge #3: Interstellar

Mode: Limit

Map: Moon

Type: Solo

Power: Yes

Gobblegums: N/A

Time Limit: N/A

Description: 

 

 

To keep track of participants, use this link to see each player standing. Although the current system on Challonge states that players will go up against one another, scores will actually be inputted based on highest round/score obtainable throughout each challenge. The stats on Challonge are not reflective of true scores - they are only to show how many participants have entered and what they scored in.

 

To see the true results of each tournament, use the following link(s) below:

 

Ancient Trials March 2017 Tournament

 

This spreadsheet will display each player's scores per challenge, and also include the Top 3 slayers of the monthly tournament. Use this as your reference for overall scoring, not the Challonge brackets.

 

The challenge will end March 25th at 11:59 pm PST. Once finished, the next challenge will be posted the following day alongside the results of the previous mission.

 

To submit your results, please click here to complete the submission form.

 

Happy slaying friendos, and may the Ancients guide you through the Aether!

thanks man! 

[mralways1]

5 hours ago, InfestLithium said:

You did the right thing.

 

 

@mralways1 continues to barely take the lead by 3 points, with @andydabeast trailing right behind! A massive shoutout to @sushine1 for being the leader of this particular challenge, with a whopping 14 rounds - the highest out of all competitors. Keep it up friendo, and you'll be in the Top 4 for sure!

 

Challenge #3: Interstellar

Mode: Limit

Map: Moon

Type: Solo

Power: Yes

Gobblegums: N/A

Time Limit: N/A

Description: 

 

True? - There is no restrictions in terms of using NML for any and all strategic purposes. 

[InfestLithium]

Anything goes before Round 5 hits - this includes any form of upgrading, perks, etc. Since it takes a whole round to be allowed to use the teleports from Moon to A51, it's VERY limited.

 

Essentially, you cannot purchase anything Round 5 and beyond besides ammo. If you risk abusing NML for points, there is a possible chance of dying still. It's the furthest wave reached, and waves technically don't exist in NML.

 

I want to see chaos ensue, since this is a very unique challenge. ?

[andydabeast]

12 hours ago, sushine1 said:

thanks man! 

 

Amazing score! I would love to watch that game. is it on youtube?

 

9 hours ago, InfestLithium said:

Anything goes before Round 5 hits - this includes any form of upgrading, perks, etc. Since it takes a whole round to be allowed to use the teleports from Moon to A51, it's VERY limited.

 

Essentially, you cannot purchase anything Round 5 and beyond besides ammo. If you risk abusing NML for points, there is a possible chance of dying still. It's the furthest wave reached, and waves technically don't exist in NML.

 

I want to see chaos ensue, since this is a very unique challenge. ?

 

Can we purchase doors wave 5 and beyond? 

[sushine1]

17 minutes ago, andydabeast said:

 

Amazing score! I would love to watch that game. is it on youtube?

 

 

Can we purchase doors wave 5 and beyond? 

Actually yes it is! Here is the link! The quality is not that good though.

 

[InfestLithium]

@andydabeast Doors are fine! ?

[andydabeast]

Not being good at no man's land is hurting me in this challenge. I don't know if starting with jugg or having the points to get better weapons is better. How are others doing? 

[sushine1]

On 3/23/2017 at 9:08 AM, andydabeast said:

Not being good at no man's land is hurting me in this challenge. I don't know if starting with jugg or having the points to get better weapons is better. How are others doing? 

I have had zero luck. No man's land is hard but I'm having trouble finding a decent gun to buy. My last game consisted of the m16 and the starting pistol. Even locating the mystery box is getting a bit hard it's never in a good enough location to where I can actually get a hit or two. Fun challenge though!

[andydabeast]

7 hours ago, sushine1 said:

I have had zero luck. No man's land is hard but I'm having trouble finding a decent gun to buy. My last game consisted of the m16 and the starting pistol. Even locating the mystery box is getting a bit hard it's never in a good enough location to where I can actually get a hit or two. Fun challenge though!

Yea I have done M16 and MPL. Would love to get the money to have that AK-U...

[sushine1]

1 minute ago, andydabeast said:

Yea I have done M16 and MPL. Would love to get the money to have that AK-U...

I agree. That gun would be great. Perfect training spot. Also wish the m16 came with more ammo.

[mralways1]

If your bored, watch this run..... start with the clip titled - 1. moon - then continue in order 2. moon 3. moon thru 8. moon. There only 30secs clips but it's the perfect set up that goes wrong! 

https://clips.twitch.tv/my-clips

[sushine1]

waited to long to enter into the challenge. Could not get the video uploaded in time! but its on youtube if anybody wants to check it out. I got to wave 14 using the M16 and the starting pistol! how'd everyone else do?

[andydabeast]

22 minutes ago, sushine1 said:

waited to long to enter into the challenge. Could not get the video uploaded in time! but its on youtube if anybody wants to check it out. I got to wave 14 using the M16 and the starting pistol! how'd everyone else do?

Youtube gives a link for the video as soon as you start uploading. I was training in the dome with the pump shotty and M16 but messed it up on wave 8...

[sushine1]

1 hour ago, andydabeast said:

Youtube gives a link for the video as soon as you start uploading. I was training in the dome with the pump shotty and M16 but messed it up on wave 8...

I use a hauppauge. I could not figure out how to get my video to windows movie maker.. I accidentally saved it into the wrong format. So I had to upload using my hauppauge capture device and it didn't give me a link for my video. I prolly should have given myself more time than 45 minutes to begin with.. 

[InfestLithium]

You did the right thing.

 

 

@mralways1 continues to take the lead - will anyone step up close enough? Remember: because he won last month's crown, there will be a new leader for the month.

 

Challenge #4: The Final Countdown

Mode: Rambo

Map: The Giant

Type: Solo

Power: Yes

Gobblegums: No

Time Limit: N/A

Description: 

 

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Return to fight the scourge at the heart of it all, but this time, with only the use of the starting pistol and shotguns. How long will our Survivors hold out for before the horde takes over the entire facility?

Rules:

• Starting pistol and shotguns are the only weapons allowed (starting knife/Bowie Knife is acceptable).
• Power is allowed.
• Traps are NOT allowed.
• Annihilator Specialist weapon is NOT allowed.
• Teleporting is allowed.
• All perks, including Quick Revive, are allowed.
• Gobble Gums are NOT allowed.
• The furthest wave reached wins.

 

To keep track of participants, use this link to see each player standing. Although the current system on Challonge states that players will go up against one another, scores will actually be inputted based on highest round/score obtainable throughout each challenge. The stats on Challonge are not reflective of true scores - they are only to show how many participants have entered and what they scored in.

 

To see the true results of each tournament, use the following link(s) below:

 

Ancient Trials March 2017 Tournament

 

This spreadsheet will display each player's scores per challenge, and also include the Top 3 slayers of the monthly tournament. Use this as your reference for overall scoring, not the Challonge brackets.

 

The challenge will end April 1st at 11:59 pm PST. Once finished, the next challenge will be posted the following day alongside the results of the previous mission.

 

To submit your results, please click here to complete the submission form.

 

Happy slaying friendos, and may the Ancients guide you through the Aether!

[sushine1]

5 hours ago, InfestLithium said:

You did the right thing.

 

 

@mralways1 continues to take the lead - will anyone step up close enough? Remember: because he won last month's crown, there will be a new leader for the month.

 

Challenge #4: The Final Countdown

Mode: Rambo

Map: The Giant

Type: Solo

Power: Yes

Gobblegums: No

Time Limit: N/A

Description: 

 

 

To keep track of participants, use this link to see each player standing. Although the current system on Challonge states that players will go up against one another, scores will actually be inputted based on highest round/score obtainable throughout each challenge. The stats on Challonge are not reflective of true scores - they are only to show how many participants have entered and what they scored in.

 

To see the true results of each tournament, use the following link(s) below:

 

Ancient Trials March 2017 Tournament

 

This spreadsheet will display each player's scores per challenge, and also include the Top 3 slayers of the monthly tournament. Use this as your reference for overall scoring, not the Challonge brackets.

 

The challenge will end April 1st at 11:59 pm PST. Once finished, the next challenge will be posted the following day alongside the results of the previous mission.

 

To submit your results, please click here to complete the submission form.

 

Happy slaying friendos, and may the Ancients guide you through the Aether!

is Pack-a-Punch allowed? Also shotguns from the box are good also right?

[andydabeast]

6 hours ago, InfestLithium said:

You did the right thing.

 

 

@mralways1 continues to take the lead - will anyone step up close enough? Remember: because he won last month's crown, there will be a new leader for the month.

 

Challenge #4: The Final Countdown

Mode: Rambo

Map: The Giant

Type: Solo

Power: Yes

Gobblegums: No

Time Limit: N/A

Description: 

 

 

To keep track of participants, use this link to see each player standing. Although the current system on Challonge states that players will go up against one another, scores will actually be inputted based on highest round/score obtainable throughout each challenge. The stats on Challonge are not reflective of true scores - they are only to show how many participants have entered and what they scored in.

 

To see the true results of each tournament, use the following link(s) below:

 

Ancient Trials March 2017 Tournament

 

This spreadsheet will display each player's scores per challenge, and also include the Top 3 slayers of the monthly tournament. Use this as your reference for overall scoring, not the Challonge brackets.

 

The challenge will end April 1st at 11:59 pm PST. Once finished, the next challenge will be posted the following day alongside the results of the previous mission.

 

To submit your results, please click here to complete the submission form.

 

Happy slaying friendos, and may the Ancients guide you through the Aether!

 

I am glad we have Black Ops 1'ed ourselves out finally ;-)

I am so excited for this challenge. Especially if we can double pap I will be expecting some very high rounds. 

[InfestLithium]

Yes, box shotguns are okay! And Pack a Punch is allowed.

[andydabeast]

14 minutes ago, InfestLithium said:

Yes, box shotguns are okay! And Pack a Punch is allowed.

 

How about explosives like nades, trip mines, and monkey bombs? (but no XM-53 I assume) 

[InfestLithium]

51 minutes ago, andydabeast said:

 

How about explosives like nades, trip mines, and monkey bombs? (but no XM-53 I assume) 

 

All allowed, just not explosive guns. If it ain't shotties or the starting pistol, you can't have it in your gun loadout. 

[andydabeast]

So April has 5 Sundays. What does the signup period look like? Starting the challenges on the 2nd or 9th?

[ruskinhood]

Wish you would/could do a Bo3 Zombies month, bo2 zombies month, etc.. that way I could enter into the bo3 month of challenges. I only have a ps4 to game on and for some (no doubt) ridiculous reason, cod games older than ghost aren't playable on ps4 (even through the use of the ps now app) :-( 

[InfestLithium]

On 3/28/2017 at 5:22 AM, andydabeast said:

So April has 5 Sundays. What does the signup period look like? Starting the challenges on the 2nd or 9th?

 

I will get that up later today actually! The challenges will start the 2nd.

 

1 hour ago, ruskinhood said:

Wish you would/could do a Bo3 Zombies month, bo2 zombies month, etc.. that way I could enter into the bo3 month of challenges. I only have a ps4 to game on and for some (no doubt) ridiculous reason, cod games older than ghost aren't playable on ps4 (even through the use of the ps now app) :-( 

 

We will try to do that, but it depends on what kind of maps I choose/the types of challenges offered.