Martin Weinmayer wins Grand Prix Paris 2024!
A report from April 20 by Christophe Baltazar, VEKN National Coordinator of France:
57 players gathered for three rounds for this Grand Prix tournament, a mix of old and new players, both French and international players – thanks to everyone!
To welcome early risers, we offered pastries, and during the tournament bottles of water were at disposal of everyone. Players received many promos including the Grand Prix special Sense the Savage Way and also a playmat.
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Standings after third round:
1. Martin Weinmayer 2 GW - 9.5 VP - 174 TP (Won dice roll for 1st seed)
2. Karim Baloul 2 GW - 9.5 VP 174 TP
3. Frédéric Pin 2 GW - 7.5 VP – 156 TP
4. Selim Ammouche 2 GW - 7.5 VP – 138 TP
5. Julien Guerri 2 GW - 6.0 VP – 162 TP
Congratulations Martin Weinmayer, who won the final with 3 VP. Selim and Julien made 1 VP each. It was Juliens first tournament ever!
Martin´s tournament winning deck: “Antonio sees colors and shapes for the first time”
Crypt (12)
3x Carna, The Princess Witch 7 AUS DOM THA primogen Tremere:3
1x Ladislas Toth, The Torch 7 AUS DOM THA for archbishop Tremere antitribu:3
1x Selena 6 AUS DOM THA Tremere antitribu:3
5x Antonio d'Erlette 5 THA dom for pot Tremere antitribu:4
1x Andrew Stuart 5 AUS DOM THA Tremere:4
1x Martin Franckel 3 AUS tha Tremere:3
Library (90)
Master (20; 5 trifle)
1x Barrens, The
2x Direct Intervention
1x Erciyes Fragments, The
1x Fragment of the Book of Nod
1x Giant's Blood
2x Infernal Pact
1x Information Highway
1x Jake Washington
1x Powerbase: Montreal
1x Rack, The
3x Shard, London, The
4x Villein
1x Wider View
Event (2)
2x Unmasking, The
Action (4)
4x Magic of the Smith
Ally (10)
9x Nephandus
1x Ponticulus
Equipment (4)
1x Bowl of Convergence
1x Heart of Nizchetus
1x Ivory Bow
1x Sniper Rifle
Action Modifier (10)
2x Conditioning
8x Mirror Walk
Reaction (40)
4x Deflection
2x Delaying Tactics
4x Eagle's Sight
10x Eyes of Argus
4x My Enemy's Enemy
6x On the Qui Vive
4x Redirection
4x Telepathic Misdirection
2x Wake with Evening's Freshness
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I think everyone enjoyed this event and it would be a pleasure to do it again!
On a personal point of view, I'm very proud to have organized this tournament because it was the biggest since the previous EC Paris in 2019. It was also a test in a new location, the engineer school EPITA, maybe it will be useful for other GP, FC or EC... so... see you soon guys ? The French National Championship will be played on October 19 during a weekend of games in the Octogones festival – more information about that will follow.
The event was sponsored by Black Chantry Productions ans Ultra Pro. Thanks!
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Arturo Parise is the 2024 champion of Italy!
This event was played with 49 participants at Hotel Paoli in Caldonazzo on April 27. Reported by Miro Albertazzi, VEKN National Coordinatior of Italy:
Standings after three preliminary rounds:
1. Stefano Tarozzi 3 GW, 11 VP
2. Marius Iscru 3 GW, 9 VP
3. Arturo Parise 2 GW, 8 VP
4. Simone Parmeggiani 2 GW, 8 VP
5. Riccardo Biscontin 2 GW, 7 VP
Congratulations Arturo Parise, securing the victory with 3 victory points against Stefano Tarozzi´s 2 points.
You can find all the info at the event entry at BCNcrisis.com, and streams at www.twitch.tv/videos/2131123837 and www.twitch.tv/videos/2131179446
Arturo´s winning deck list: “Ministry orango”
Crypt (12)
1x Nonu Dis 8 OBF PRE PRO for Ministry:6
1x Sergio Bueno 8 OBF PRE PRO aus pot baron Ministry:6
3x Vivian VI 7 PRE PRO obf tha baron Ministry:6
2x Crystal Lynn 6 OBF PRE PRO Ministry:6
1x Elisha Tucker 6 PRE cel obf pro baron Ministry:6
1x Aluc Romas de Leon 5 PRE aus obf pro Ministry:6
1x Doctor Morocco 5 PRO cel obf pre Ministry:6
1x Jenny Silver 5 PRE PRO obf Ministry:6
1x Marcel 4 obf pre pro Ministry:6
Library (90)
Master (14; 9 trifle)
1x Anarch Railroad
1x Carfax Abbey
4x Dabbler
1x Dreams of the Sphinx
1x Garibaldi-Meucci Museum
1x Opium Den
4x Villein
1x Wider View
Action (24)
4x Enchant Kindred
1x Entrancement
1x Field Training
2x Mind Numb
16x Platinum Protocol, The
Political Action (2)
1x Reckless Agitation
1x Revolutionary Council
Action Modifier (23)
5x CrimethInc.
1x Elder Impersonation
1x Enchanting Gaze
1x Lost in Crowds
2x Monkey Wrench
12x Revelation of the Serpent
1x Veil the Legions
Action Modifier/Combat (1)
1x Swallowed by the Night
Action Modifier/Reaction (1)
1x Form of the Bat
Combat (11)
1x Donnybrook
5x Earth Meld
5x Form of Mist
Reaction (14)
4x Bait and Switch
1x Delaying Tactics
4x Organized Resistance
3x Party Out Of Bounds
2x Visions of Zapathasura
Thanks to all organisers, the players and the sponsors Ultra Pro and Kraken Nest!
Ismael Díaz Valverde is the 2024 champion of Spain
Reported by Daniel Mendez, VEKN Prince of Gijón and Arnau Diez, VEKN National Coordinator of Spain:
The most important Methuselah meeting in Spain brought together 121 players eager to snag the Champion title on Saturday, April 20th, in the city of Avilés, in Asturias.
The National Championship took place within the Manga Hall, Nika-pon. In the conference rooms, players not involved in the bustling event battled through three rounds and a final to prove who was Spain's top player in this year, 2024. Ismael Díaz Valverde clinched the coveted title. The event unfolded as planned, with no incidents to regret, showcasing once again that VTES is more than just a game.
No one was left out; companions could enjoy other activities offered at the event or explore the city, where there was always food and drink to celebrate the occasion and enjoy these lands. Within the hall, over 100 m² of boardgames, role-playing games, war games, and workshops were available to attendees of all ages.
Standings before final, top 5 players:
1. Alejandro Rodríguez García 2 GW, 8.0 VP
2. Ismael Díaz Valverde 2 GW, 8.0 VP
3. Luis Javier Flores Álvarez 2 GW, 8.0 VP
4. Mario Domínguez San Vicente 2 GW, 7.5 VP
5. Iván Bernal Vázquez 2 GW, 7.5 VP
Congratulations to the champion Ismael Díaz Valverde, who scored 2 VP in the final, as Luis Javier Flores Álvarez. Iván Bernal Vázquez got 1 VP.
For additional information about this event, check out its entry at BCNcrisis.com
Ismael's tournament winning deck:
Crypt (12)
2x Abraham DuSable 8 AUS DOM FOR THA Tremere:6
2x Ayelech 7 AUS DOM THA prince Tremere:6
2x Rutor 7 AUS DOM THA pro vic Tremere:5
2x Trevon Parker 6 AUS DOM THA Tremere:6
1x Lloyd Brooks 6 DOM THA aus pot primogen Tremere:6
1x Chrysanthemum 5 AUS THA dom primogen Tremere:6
1x Patrik Söderberg 5 AUS dom for tha Tremere:6
1x Lauren 4 aus dom tha Tremere:6
Library (90)
Master (15; 5 trifle)
1x Academic Hunting Ground
1x Anarch Troublemaker
1x Arcane Library
1x Archon Investigation
1x Barrens, The
1x Chantry
1x Coven, The
1x Direct Intervention
1x Elder Library
2x Pentex(TM) Subversion
4x Vessel
Action (17)
14x Govern the Unaligned
3x Magic of the Smith
Equipment (3)
1x Bowl of Convergence
1x Heart of Nizchetus
1x Sniper Rifle
Action Modifier (20)
4x Bonding
5x Conditioning
7x Mirror Walk
2x Seduction
2x Sleeping Mind, The
Combat (6)
6x Theft of Vitae
Reaction (29)
7x Deflection
2x Delaying Tactics
7x Eyes of Argus
7x On the Qui Vive
6x Telepathic Misdirection
Thanks all players, organizers and sponsors:
Cónclave Ibérico
Estalia
Black Chantry Productions
Nikakudan
Asturmeeple
Ultra Pro
Black Penny Games
Sigillum Corvi
Elder Library
Vtessales
Gimeráns Trofeos
Dr. Mug
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