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Site summary for week ending 16 May (3 comments)

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Posted by ESReality @ 18:00 CDT, 18 May 2014 - iMsg

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SNKL Invitational Australia (20 comments)

( Major News: QL)

Posted by spekyr @ 23:38 CDT, 17 May 2014 - iMsg

SpawnKill, a gaming organization which brings news and events to the

Australian community is proud to present the SNKL Invitational. A perfect time to test a new bracket system we have been looking at, so we will be running this invitational competition to uproar some interest from the lesser players. Prizes have not crossed our mind as of yet, we're in the middle of work cover, if things come through then we will be willing to throw 500 - 1000, if not, we will get a kick starter going.

paypal : spekyr@gmail.com
start donating, ANY amount is welcome, i'll hopefully be forcing the most from my pocket but please be generous, i'll love you for it, and I'll bring you more action, if this goes this well, then i'll do an Invitational for europe!, so start donatin, $1 $10 $20 , doesnt matter every bit counts

Invited Players

Map Pool

In the case that these players are unavailable to play, we will run a qualifier on a Friday or Saturday and Sunday to fill the void. commencing at 14:00 CDT (This is a sunday evening)

Additional info

Potential prize pool

Links:

Spawnkill, Official website

*UPDATE 4/7/2014 is the invitational | qualifiers is still 30/5/2014

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Cap This 3 - NA CTF Tournament (26 comments)

( Major News: QL)

Posted by wn @ 20:51 CDT, 17 May 2014 - iMsg

Scheduled: 11:30 CDT, 18 May 2014 to 17:30 CDT, 18 May 2014
Schedule: Passed

We're back for another day of Cap This, now featuring the recently-announced QuakeCon 2014 CTF map pool! Tune in at 11:30 CDT, 18 May 2014 as some of North America's top CTF talent showcase their skills in this third NA CTF tournament ran by id_.

Format

Maps

Teams

Schedule

Stream:

whaz

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QuakeCon 2014 CTF Open Map Pool (67 comments)

( Major News: QL)

Posted by SyncError @ 13:10 CDT, 17 May 2014 - iMsg

Event: QC'14

More news concerning the QuakeCon 2014 Quake Live CTF Open is on the horizon, but with time passing we wanted to release some news on the map pool so that teams could begin narrowing their focus to certain maps. So without further ado, here is our 7 map pool consisting of a mix of old, new, paced, and fast maps for the CTF Open:

Map Pool

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Prague TDM LAN #2 announced (221 comments)

( Major News: QL)

Posted by wision @ 09:13 CDT, 17 May 2014 - iMsg

Event: Prague TDM LAN #2

Scheduled: 03:00 CDT, 19 September 2014 to 13:00 CDT, 21 September 2014
Schedule: Passed

As some of you already noticed on #lan-prague the date for Prague TDM LAN #2 have been picked. The LAN will take place in District gaming cafe on 19-21.9.2014.

Basic info

Prizes

Tournament Format

120Hz monitors

Donators

Signed up teams

If there is anyone interested in any kind of help or sponsoring, please let me know. If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comments or #lan-prague @ Quakenet. There's also a document with list of players who would like to attend, but don't have a team. Contact me if you want to be added or removed.

As the name of the event says, it is going to be primarily TDM lan, but if somebody comes up with a reasonable plan/offer for a duel tournament, I believe we can spare couple of computers for that. Sadly, there is not enough time for any other mode.

For those who missed the lan last year, feel free to check out some photos & reports from attendees. Let's turn this into another epic event!

Links: District cafe website,

#lan-prague

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FACEIT SPRING SEASON SUNDAY CUP #8 (102 comments)

( Major News: QL)

Posted by easytarget @ 22:15 CDT, 16 May 2014 - iMsg

Event: FACEIT

Scheduled: 08:15 CDT, 18 May 2014 to 13:00 CDT, 18 May 2014
Schedule: Passed

The FACEIT Spring Season Week #8 is here and we only have two more events remaining in the Series until the Finale. This past week we saw

evil assert his dominance for a second week in a row and make a massive leap in the standings from eighth to third.

He easily made his way right to the finals where he beat

Cypher in three straight games to play an absolutely perfect tournament by not losing a single map to any of his opponents. A remarkable feat considering the talent that has consistently been playing in the points series as of late.

This week I am sure will be just as entertaining so tune in or you can already sign-up now! The cup starts at 08:00 CDT.

Daniel "ddk" Kapadia and

Xavier "Zoot" Dhorne will be casting the games for you, starting live at 08:30 CDT

FACEIT TV.

Rules

If you missed the Match of the week #17 - EVIL vs. CYPHER (Spring Season Cup 7), then you better give it a look you do not want to miss the thrills of this match.

Stream:

FACEIT TV
Links: Sign-Up, Spring Overview

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125 FPS One Map Cup - CampgroundsIntel (131 comments)

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Posted by Nico_QD @ 07:07 CDT, 15 May 2014 - iMsg

Event: 125 FPS

Scheduled: 12:00 CDT, 23 May 2014 to 14:00 CDT, 23 May 2014
Schedule: Passed

The 125 FPS Project is proud to announce the One Map Cup - Campgrounds Intel. Participation is free, full double elim, BO1 all matches

Sign Up http://challonge.com/tournaments/signup/76etVTwbxN welcome and gl

When: 23 May, start at 12:00 CDT,
Map: Campgrounds Intel
Rules: full double elim, BO1 all matches, serverchoice rules here
Prize: 1st place 1500 RUR, 2nd place 833 RUR
Pls donate some money if you can, thanks )

Cup Admins: Nico, []34[], Xron, Green (search on IRC or write to nikolay.grishin@gmail.com)
Streams:

ZLive
Links:

#125fps, CUPs site

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QUAKE LIVE Premium Pak 21 (293 comments)

( Major News: QL)

Posted by SyncError @ 11:19 CDT, 14 May 2014 - iMsg

Event: QLPP

QUAKE LIVE Premium Pak 21 is now online. This update features one free arena, and five new Premium arenas.

Limited Time Offering!

Premium Arenas Added

Arkinholm:
Designed by the TDM all-star, Richard 'noctis' Gansterer, and detailed by Chad 'Despair' Younger, Arkinholm is a brand new arena, set in a sprawling gothic medieval village. Players will find themselves winding through alleys and corridors through the various outdoor market areas holding not only fresh fruits and vegetables, but also weapons and items. A Quad Damage is available, but only for those travelling into the seedy underworld, suspended in the middle of a swamp. Arkinholm is also great for Free For All, and Clan Arena matches.

Dead and Gone:
From author David 'SgtGhost' Levesque comes 'Dead and Gone', one of Rocket Arena 3's most recently widely requested small Clan Arena levels. Taking place in one open room, players will find themselves going for the high ground. Be aware of the middle of the arena, however, because a lone jumpad will expose your backside to those creeping along the ledges. Dead and Gone is also available for small Free For All matches.

Hen House:
Rocket Arena 3 mapping legend Till Merker, author of Theatre of Pain, Evolution, and Thunderstruck, has graced us with another of his works. From his ra3map12 collection 'Frag Like an Egyptian' comes a new treat for large CA fans, Hen House. Don't expect to be cooped up in this arena, however, as the rooms are large and open, rewarding those who can rocket jump and strafe jump through its hallways. Players experienced with the railgun will find themselves an easier time here, as there are plenty of opportune sniping spots. Hen House also plays great in Domination.

McSarges:
Ferdinand 'cityy' List, creator of Cure and Silence, brings us another Duel arena for our enjoyment. This alternate-reality western mining town is where Sarge has took up shop to fund an escalating war between the locals. McSarge's is a very tall arena with a lot of nooks and crannies to navigate through. You'll want to control most of the major items, found along the bottom floors of the arena, especially the very potent Lightning Gun, Yellow Armor, and Mega Health area. Otherwise, run on over and grab the Red Armor, Rocket Launcher, and Green Armor, also within easy reach. McSarge's also plays great in Free For All.

New Cerberon:
Straight from the pages of the Mapping Corner forum, we're pleased to bring you 'New Cerberon'. From the up and coming designer EmeraldTiger, New Cerberon heralds the first look at the Strogg's recreation of their fallen capital following the vicious war between the Strogg and the Global Defense Forces. Their knack for oddly symmetrical designs happens to work out great for gladiators teleported in for Capture the Flag action, with a classic base design that can be attacked in different low, medium, and high routes. Between the bases lies an open area holding various smaller items, and a Rocket Launcher, although plenty of angles exist for players who have grabbed the Railgun.

Game Changes

Arena Changes

Source: QuakeLive.com

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QuakeCon 2014 QUAKE LIVE Duel Masters (619 comments)

( Major News: QL)

Posted by SyncError @ 10:21 CDT, 14 May 2014 - iMsg

Event: QC'14

QuakeCon 2014 will take place at the Hilton Anatole in

Dallas from the 17th to the 20th of July 2014.

The Intel® QUAKE LIVE Duel Masters Invitational Championship will feature known professionals and top QUAKE LIVE competitors in an exclusive tournament. Up to thirty-two (32) of the world’s best QUAKE LIVE players, hand selected by tournament staff from the open online registration, will face-off in the 1 vs. 1 duel for $20,000 in a single elimination bracket, with each match played in a best-of-five-games format. With two competitors remaining, thousands will gather to watch as these two best-of-the-best survivors go head-to-head in a single elimination, best-of-five-games throw-down with a $9,000 check written to the champion.

Groups

Schedule

Format

Map Pool

Prize Pool

Rules

Hotel Discount

Bracket: Challonge
Stream: QuakeCon
Social: @QuakeLive (Potats) @QuakeConTourney (Results) @QuakeCon (Event) @FACEIT (Production)

Source: quakecon.org

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FACEIT - Weekly Cup Info - May 12-18 (16 comments)

( Major News: QL)

Posted by easytarget @ 14:09 CDT, 12 May 2014 - iMsg

Event: FACEIT

Big news for FACEIT we have just launched the largest update ever, we have added Leagues to our system and I think you will like what we have to offer. So feel free to come check out the changes we have made. Below is a little more information on the Leagues offered for Quake Live. Cups will remain the same for this week.

Premium Leagues & Ladders

Ladder Prizing

Gold League

Masters League

U/I changes

Minor Fixes

The cups format and map pools listed below will take effect starting today. All the cups for the whole week are posted on the site, so feel free to head on over and take a look. Remember all these points you win can be exchanged for prizes, such as Razer gear in the FACEIT Shop.

Quake Live Europe Schedule

Quake Live North America Schedule

TDM 2v2 Map pool

CA 2v2 Map pool

Duel Map pool

Links: FACEIT.com,

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Site summary for week ending 09 May (No comments)

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Posted by ESReality @ 18:00 CDT, 11 May 2014 - iMsg

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Cypher: An in-depth look at the ninja (126 comments)

( Major News: QL)

Posted by ins @ 11:22 CDT, 11 May 2014 - iMsg

I recently wrote the first of a series of analytical articles to come about Quake Live.
This first one is about

Cypher's playstyle for Titan, which is a take on how the Belarusian player approaches the various aspects of the game.

Here's a preview:
"As internet traffic evolved from the old copper phone lines to state of the art fibre-optics, games like Quake started to make full use of the new possibilities. With their focus shifting from single player campaigns to online deathmatch frenzies, users were finally able to compete live, against real people, from all around the world. This intense competitive environment is what the young Alexey Yanushevsky, who would later become known as "Cypher", ended up falling in love with."

The article is written in

English and also translated to

Russian, check it out here!

Links: Read the article,

@Titanorg,

Titanpro,

@Theamazingins

Theamazingins

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Arenas - Peace Out (59 comments)

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Posted by Kapiter @ 20:39 CDT, 10 May 2014 - iMsg




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Rating: 9.9 (82 votes)

Testimonial and farewell movie by

Joe Goss, Director of the mythic Arenas series.

Quote from author

Links: Arenas Youtube Channel / Quake-Rebellion

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FACEIT SPRING SEASON SUNDAY CUP #7 (48 comments)

( Major News: QL)

Posted by easytarget @ 08:44 CDT, 9 May 2014 - iMsg

Event: FACEIT

The FACEIT Spring Season Week #7 is here and we only have three more events remaining in the Series until the Finale. The points race is tight and the players all know it so expect to see some tight matches in the following weeks.

Last week we saw the return of

evil to assert his dominance again. He easily made his way right to the semi finals where he beat

ash two games to one. In the finals

evil met his current rival

Cypher, he again easily took the best of five series three games to one to collect his first win of the season.

This week I am sure will be just as entertaining so tune in or you can already sign-up now! The cup starts at 08:00 CDT.

Daniel "ddk" Kapadia and

Xavier "Zoot" Dhorne will be casting the games for you, starting live at 08:30 CDT

FACEIT TV.

Rules

If you missed the Match of the week #16 - ASH vs. EVIL (Spring Season Cup 6), then you better give it a look you do not want to miss the thrills of this match.

Notable sign-ups: TBD
Stream:

FACEIT TV
Links: Sign-Up, Spring Overview