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Post by alx on Sept 21, 2009 3:57:59 GMT
Taking fourth place in the 2009 COTSEN GO TOURNAMENT...
The Beast from the East; the Spawn of Taiwan- Alex Ledante!
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Post by AlexY on Sept 21, 2009 14:47:11 GMT
Cotsen Go?
Eh? Is that that funny game with black and white round pieces on a board? Never did play it.
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Post by Kiryū Kazuma on Sept 21, 2009 22:23:34 GMT
congrats but do explain?
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Post by alx on Sept 22, 2009 2:25:06 GMT
The particular tournament I was in was sponsored by fellow named Eric Cotsen (helluva guy, much stronger player than I) and it is an annual event And yes, Go (or Weichi, as we call it back home) is 'the funny little game with the stones'  Here is a link to Everything You Never Wanted to Know About Go and Were Afraid Someone Might Tell You... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Go_(game)Anyway, I won all five of my games and took fourth place. Since the trophies are presented along with bragging rights (and other fabulous prizes) I thought I would brag a little |
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Post by AlexY on Sept 22, 2009 11:22:54 GMT
Oooooh, well that makes sense. What were the prizes?
Free fashion models and a jacuzzi along with them? *winkwink*
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Post by alx on Sept 22, 2009 14:36:17 GMT
In my case, the prizes included two books about Go and a baseball cap. I was also offered a shirt or sweatshirt but I declined as I don't like polo shirts and I already won the sweatshirt in a previous tournament. Unfortunately, cash prizes start at third place so I didn't make any money this year but playing Go is a reward unto itself Oooooh, well that makes sense. What were the prizes? Free fashion models and a jacuzzi along with them? *winkwink* Amusingly enough there are girls who come to rub your back for free both days of the tournament. And they feed you as well. These are provided for anyone who shows, regardless of their win/lose ratio. Still think Go is some funny game with stones that isn't worth your time? |
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Post by AlexY on Sept 22, 2009 18:15:03 GMT
Oooooh, well that makes sense. What were the prizes? Free fashion models and a jacuzzi along with them? *winkwink* Amusingly enough there are girls who come to rub your back for free both days of the tournament. And they feed you as well. These are provided for anyone who shows, regardless of their win/lose ratio. Still think Go is some funny game with stones that isn't worth your time? ...Wow. I'm impressed. Where do I sign up?  |
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Post by Kiryū Kazuma on Sept 22, 2009 21:52:08 GMT
ah congrats alex somethign I wouldnt be able to get my head around lol
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Post by Vio on Sept 22, 2009 22:56:03 GMT
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Post by alx on Sept 23, 2009 3:26:28 GMT
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Post by AlexY on Sept 23, 2009 8:35:33 GMT
Actually, I've checked the Wiki page now, it seems like I played a simplified version - Reversi. Somehow.
Who knows, might give it a try someday. I know there's a Go club somewhere around here.
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Post by alx on Sept 23, 2009 23:32:56 GMT
For those who want a taste of the game, here's a link to a free program that I've found quite helpful igowin.en.softonic.com/It has a tutorial but more importantly, it is a 9x9 version (one quarter of the board) which means you can use it as a fight trainer... AlexY: I hope you make it to the club someday... |
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Post by dreggnog on Sept 24, 2009 1:22:10 GMT
huh, learn somethin' new ever-y-day.
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Post by alx on Sept 30, 2009 2:31:07 GMT
 Dig the Memento pose |
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Post by Lolli on Sept 30, 2009 11:55:41 GMT
That's an epic pose, there's even a little sunburst on the trophy. Hopefully if you keep practicing you'll make it into third place or higher.
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