The Details
What is the Gauntlet?
Welcome to Anime Evolution’s brand new multi-genre gaming event. The Gauntlet is a tournament style battle between hardcore and casual gamers alike, until only one contestant remains. Each round will feature a different type of game, hosted by a local gaming club or organization (that specializes in that type of gaming). To win, you must successfully pass each challenge of The Gauntlet according to the rules laid out at the beginning of each round by the hosting group.
Where is the Gauntlet?
Only at Anime Evolution, it is an exclusive event.
When is the Gauntlet?
August 13-15, 2010
Who is the Gauntlet?
The Gauntlet is organized by Anime Evolution, and run by local gaming groups and organizations in our community. Anyone can take part in the tournament, and registration for it will take place in person at Anime Evolution (details to follow)
Why the Gauntlet?
Vancouver has long been a hub of game development companies, and gaming clubs of all different varieties. Creating an event to bring everyone together seemed like a logical progression, and the idea was met with much enthusiasm when suggested.
The Rounds
Round 1:
Hosted by the UBC Wargamers, the first round will be played on an assortment of board games. Don’t be fooled though, as one of the longest running clubs at UBC, the Wargamers have a multitude of strange and unusual games that they are looking forward to introducing you to. 16 players will move on from this round.
Round 2:
Hosted by CapLAN, the second round will be played on networked PCs. Although the specifics of the round are still being finalized, you should be warned that when CapLAN was invited to host this round, they grew evil smiles and began cackling maniacally. 8 players will move on from this round.
Round 3:
Hosted by the UBC Competitive Video Game Association, the third round will be retro-console based. Contestants will face off in a series of classic Bomberman matches with a twist ending to keep you on your toes! When the smoke clears, only 2 players will move on from this round.
Round 4:
The FINAL round! Sorry, but this round is a secret until the time comes for it to be challenged!
The How-to-Compete
If you want to compete in The Gauntlet, registering for it is easy!
- Make sure you have pre-registered for Anime Evolution already! If you haven’t, you need to!
- Find your AE2010 badge number, it’s on the confirmation email you receive after you pre-reg.
- Send an email to gauntlet@animeevolution.com with the subject “2010 Compete” and include your name, badge name (optional), and your badge number in the message body.
That’s it!
We’ll be taking up to 32 contestant registrations until July 31, 2010. There will also be limited space for in-person registrations at the event.
The Prizes
What could be a more fitting prize for the winner of The Gauntlet, than a gauntlet itself? On top of taking home your own commemorative gauntlet, your name will also be inscribed on our official event trophy: The Trophy of Power.
Sponsored by GameDeals.ca
A single metal gauntlet (actual working gauntlet, battle worthy!)
Sponsored by Academie Duello
Portable Video Game / Keychain System
$100 NCIX Giftcard
Sponsored by NCIX
Verbatim Titan XS 500GB Portable HDD
Sponsored by Verbatim
Sponsored in part by
Academie Duello
UBC Wargamer’s Club
UBC Competitive Video Game Association
CapLAN Lan Gaming Group
Discuss The Gauntlet on our forums here: http://animeevolution.net/index.php?topic=15842.0
