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Battletech wargame (SIGNUPS ARE CLOSED!)

Benderland
07-12-2003, 03:48
Sign-ups are now closed, the entries are in.

(OOC: (IMPORTANT!!!) this is an open tournament for a freeware Javascript-based game called MegaMek (http://megamek.sourceforge.net/index.html). It is an unofficial, online version of the Battletech tabletop strategy game.

I encourage all nations of any tech levels to take part in this. Even if you have never played the tabletop game before, you can quickly learn how to play this game. All the usual pencil-and-paper work done on the tabletop game is conducted for you by the program.

Battletech is a turn-based hex wargame. For those of you not familiar with those terms, it means movement is done on a map divided into hexagons, and all actions in the game are conducted on a turn basis. However, all movement and weapons damage is calculated simultaneously. Here is a picture from the game:

http://megamek.sourceforge.net/images/mm-screen-arrows.png

A game requires at least 2 players. Here is what you will need to participate:

-Megamek v0.29-stable-6 which is available from the download page of the MegaMek site: http://megamek.sourceforge.net/index.html
(the filename is MegaMek-v0.29-stable-6.zip, remember to download the STABLE copy, not the dev copy. Once it's downloaded and unzipped, run MegaMek.jar if MegaMek.bat does not work. They're both the same program.)

-The ability to directly connect to a host through a TCP/IP connection. If that sounds complicated to you, don't worry, it's not. Find out if you have a firewall on your computer. If you don't, you're fine. If you do, find if you can go around it or if you can disable it temporarily to play the game.

-Time and the will to play it. Games can last for a few hours due to the strategy element of the game, connection speeds of players, or simply large games.)


Regarding when we will play this, we can decide that once we have enough people signed up. My target is some time next weekend. Or, if we get a flood of players interested, possibly tomorrow. The game rules such as the weight limit and tech level will be decided later. I will explain any questions related to the game if you have any. Just ask. Keep it IC if you wish.

FYI, there is an in-game chat in the program. If you wish, we can keep discussions in there roleplayed for added effect.

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IC: Benderland is issuing an open war game using its BattleTech war game simulator. The tournament is open for all nations of any tech level. The winner will recieve a cash prize of $150 billion USD.

No actual pieces of war machinery are required, all you need to send is a representative or team of representatives. However, we suggest that the participants you send are adept at war strategy. It will not be an easy game. We will educate your players on how to operate the simulation modules.

Security will be on hand on the premises, and the game will be broadcast on a television network. Broadcast rights are free for participating nations.
Benderland
07-12-2003, 04:06
(OOC: Bump)
07-12-2003, 04:13
Count me in. I loved that table top strategy game as a kid (also TFB) and the spin off microsoft games. Lets give it a go :P
Benderland
07-12-2003, 04:15
Excellent. Good to see a player already interested.
07-12-2003, 04:21
I'll play!
Benderland
07-12-2003, 05:45
(OOC: Bump)
A Few Rich People
07-12-2003, 05:49
I'm in.
Benderland
07-12-2003, 06:18
As long as we have a sizable amount of contestants, why don't we begin discussing rules?

I suggest up to lvl 2 tech with vehicles and infantry, with a 200 ton drop weight limit to keep it somewhat brief.
The Volga
07-12-2003, 06:25
sounds cool

im in
07-12-2003, 06:29
I'll play
Benderland
07-12-2003, 06:36
OOC: Currently there are 6 players voulenteering for the game. Once we have a definate date and time, we will see who will be playing for sure. If the number of players in the tourney reach 8, we will make teams of two for sure, with 200 drop weight per team.

As of now, teams are optional. This game will become closed on December 7th at 9:00 PM EST. If you're interested in playing, even if you are unsure if you will be able to, make sure you let me know in this thread by that deadline.
The Volga
07-12-2003, 06:39
I'll play a practise game now, if you want.
The Volga
07-12-2003, 06:57
bump to the bumpbump
The Volga
07-12-2003, 07:29
bump i want to play this damnit
Benderland
07-12-2003, 19:03
bump i want to play this damnit

OOC: I don't know what time zone you live in, but I posted that last post at 12:30 in the morning. I'm not about to give up valuable sleeping time to play a game with a foulmouthed player like you. I wake up at 6 AM for work, and I need my rest.
Agrigento
07-12-2003, 19:04
Heh, I'll always try something new.
Benderland
07-12-2003, 21:05
(OOC: Bump. Remember, signup closes tonight at 9:00 PM EST.)
07-12-2003, 21:09
I'd love to participate, but it's been a long time since i've played.
Benderland
07-12-2003, 22:55
I'd love to participate, but it's been a long time since i've played.

These things you never forget, like riding a bicyle. If you have played Battletech before, it's just a matter of good strategy.
07-12-2003, 23:02
I never learned how to ride a bike...... I was too busy playing Battletech. So count me in, if you didn't already.....
Benderland
07-12-2003, 23:08
Here's the list of current competitors:

Benderland
Exetonia
Chokesia
A Few Rich People
The Volga
Mallberta
Agrigento
Bobaria

We have a few options of how we can conduct this:

Play a massive 8-player free for all
Divide the players into teams (I suggest 4 teams of 2)
Hold a tournament-style bracket (may take long)
A Few Rich People
08-12-2003, 00:44
Anyone want to get in a few practice rounds (still picking up game basics hate to say)?
08-12-2003, 00:53
Neo-Genesis says Yess!!!
08-12-2003, 00:57
The Holy Star Empire Of Bobaria could use some practice.
08-12-2003, 01:06
i seem to be having trouble with the jar file. the bat works fine but i cant run the jar program
Benderland
08-12-2003, 01:20
i seem to be having trouble with the jar file. the bat works fine but i cant run the jar program

I should've rephraised what I said in the first post. What I meant to say is if the .bat doesn't work, use the .jar. Sorry.

The .bat will work just fine.
Benderland
08-12-2003, 01:59
One hour until signup deadline.
Benderland
08-12-2003, 02:31
One half hour until signup deadline.
Benderland
08-12-2003, 03:02
The deadline has been met and signups are closed. Here are the entries:

Benderland
Exetonia
Chokesia
A Few Rich People
The Volga
Mallberta
Agrigento
Bobaria
Neo-Genesis

Now we have to set a date and time. I just remembered I have plans Saturday night from 6:30 PM to 11:00 PM EST, so saturday night is out. I am free on Friday night and I have until 10:00 PM EST on Sunday.
The Volga
08-12-2003, 03:19
do u know what that is in Australian EST time?
Benderland
08-12-2003, 22:28
do u know what that is in Australian EST time?

http://www.timezoneconverter.com/cgi-bin/tzc.tzc

Use this. I don't know where in Australia you live, it's divided into 3 time zones though.

Where it says "From time zone:", choose US/Eastern, and where it says "To Time Zone:" select the closest location to you.
Benderland
09-12-2003, 02:20
(OOC: Bump)
Jaxusism
09-12-2003, 02:23
Take screenies for us who want to see it happen. :D
Benderland
09-12-2003, 02:23
Take screenies for us who want to see it happen. :D

I was planning on doing that.

If anyone wants to try a practice round I'm able to do so now.
Jaxusism
09-12-2003, 02:27
I wouldve joined, but whenever I tried joining a game it said "Error : Entry denied" or something like that... So I just want to see TONS of screenies. :D
Benderland
11-12-2003, 00:57
Is anyone looking for practice?
11-12-2003, 01:08
Practice is good.
Benderland
11-12-2003, 01:30
Practice is good.

Do you have a messenger service I can contact you by? I don't want to give out my IP address over the forums.

AIM or MSN instant messenger would be fine.
The Volga
11-12-2003, 09:33
im not going to be able to take part. find someone to replace me
11-12-2003, 12:49
Practice is good.

Do you have a messenger service I can contact you by? I don't want to give out my IP address over the forums.

AIM or MSN instant messenger would be fine.

AIM is WarlockRentz and MSN is KingBob5039@hotmail.com