17.09.2023 - Grand Prix Germany 2023 | Essen, NRW

Dear Methuselahs,

and already the Grand Prix is history! On the one hand it is a pity that this event has already come to an end and on the other hand I am glad that my "thinking space" now has a little more room again and I can devote myself to other things.

For me the event is a complete success. The status of the "success" I make on the feedbacks, which various Methuselahs still gave me during the Grand Prix. And that was exactly what was important to me; that the tournament, which was held in this form for the first time in Germany, was an experience for everyone - regardless of possible match outcomes. The success depended and always depends on the players. However, this factor seems to be a safe bank in our small community, as the event was characterized by fun, fair and courteous players and intense rounds. Last but not least, the final showed that despite the competitive nature with which all players took their place at the table, the fun and the game were in the foreground.

The location was also conducive to the success of yesterday's day. Although the Methuselahs present had to face a certain heat, but this did not detract from the fun and the mood. Sasha, the store owner, was more than friendly and accommodating and bravely put up with the length of the day. Moreover, the team around him and the White Rabbit store in Essen (NRW) know how to handle a group of people who indulge in printed cardboard for almost 12 hours. In addition to positive feedback from Sascha, there were also constructive comments that point the way to future events; a great pleasure for us as organizers and participants, because it seems that we literally have another foot in the door to continue hosting V:TES events in the future.

Finally, I would like to thank all of you! Not only did you trust a Neonate to host such an event, you also made it very easy for me to host this very event. For me this is a clear sign that I will continue to organize events for the eternal conflict.

PS: I know some are very curious about the statistical data. I will publish them as soon as my Archon report is confirmed.

The Methuselahs are prepared for the day ahead:



The Grand Prix 2023 Germany is in full swing!



Our finalists (from left to right): Milan, Roy, Jeroen and Emiliano



Another finalist who had to leave the table first:

(from: www.vekn.net/forum/europe/80401-17-09-2023-grand-prix-germany-2023-essen-nrw)

Dear Methuselahs,

here now the promised data that everyone is longing for!

The final standings:



The final seating and results:





The decklists:

While not all participating Methuselahs told me their deck (24 out of a possible 35), I was still able to get some data by using Charisma . I ranked the following decks based on the categories, as we did in Pandemic Lackey time. This should give a little orientation. If you have any suggestions regarding the classifications, please do so, so that appropriate adjustments can be made. Here are the decks:

The decklist of the winner (Jeroen van Oort): vdb.im/decks/7bc6f7850ad64a5bbdfa8bdd6948b466?fbclid=IwAR06DnP4aSj4vw6-iOCH-d5L7V1HHJZGeayRyrrdZNVz6ps5-HfYVEfIXdQ

Bleed:

Banu Haqim Bleed N Vote (Con Boon) w/ Sticks N Vitals
Banu Haquim Retribution Swarm
Brujah Anarch Bruise N Bleed
Dominate/Auspex/Thauma Re-Direct N Bleed
Kyasid Power Bleed
Lasombra Bleed
Malkavian Bleed N Vote
Ministry Bleed
Propaganda Influence
Ventrue Ramp

Combat:

Claws N Rages
Ventrue Grinder

Toolbox:

Bleed, Breed N Bloat Giovanni Khazar Diaries
Mata Hari N !Nosferatur w/ Nightmoves
MMPA Legionaires
Old Hesha N Friends
Vidals Stealthy Shenanigans

Vote:

Infernal Royality
Nosferatu Segregation
Tori Grand Ball

Wall:

Coming in Hot Tori Wall G12
Goratrix goes Anarch

Other:

Falhu does it all
Montano Baltimore Purge

Could an admin please create a corresponding entry in the "Event Reports and TWD" thread and move the last three entries (those with the reports and comments about the event) there?

Thanks in advance,
Rudolf

The finals were recorded. Where can i view it?

Oortje wrote:

The finals were recorded. Where can i view it?

Jeroen, this very thread had the announcement...

www.vekn.net/forum/europe/80401-17-09-2023-grand-prix-germany-2023-essen-nrw?start=30#109301

" Second, (at least) the final table will be streamed by Jennifer Fuss via her Twitch Channel: www.twitch.tv/wodnews "

EDIT: Adding the direct link to the video as the channel is bound to get more posts:
www.twitch.tv/videos/1928101380