Contest Stats and Discussion - Part 1166

#1 | Not_Wylvane | Posted 9/10/2013 7:29:03 PM | message detail
http://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/8-gamefaqs-contests/67031765

Feeling good right now.

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~*Simple Explanation of Extrapolated Standings*~
A = Strongest Character
B = Character Weaker than A
C = Character Weaker than B
To figure out a character's Xsts Percentage ---> [(CvB)(BvA)]/50 = CvA
To compare how C would do against B ---> [(CvA)/(BvA)]*50 = CvB
To figure out how B would do against A ---> [(CvA)/(CvB)]*50 = BvA

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~*Acronyms and Percentages for Dummies*~
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~*Say What? Common Stats Topic Lingo Defined*~

SFF (Same Fanbase Factor) - Same Fanbase Factor is the theory that, if two contestants share a common fanbase, the weaker of the two options will underperform in a direct matchup. For instance, Link was expected to defeat Ganon with 65% of the vote in 2004, based on their 2003 values. Instead, Link collected near 88% of the vote. This is the best example of SFF we've ever seen. However take some SFF labels with a grain of salt, as many people will slap it onto any match that doesn't make perfect sense.

Extrapolated Standings - The mathematical "strength" of a contestant that's determined based on their performance relative to the rest of the field. This number is typically based on the contest entrant's loss, but adjustments are sometimes made. See above for a watered down explanation for how the stats are calculated.
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#2 | HaRRicH | Posted 9/10/2013 7:44:06 PM | message detail
Save this contest, Mega Man!
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#3 | xp1337 | Posted 9/10/2013 7:51:43 PM | message detail
dammit mega man

i told you

it's coming
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#4 | XIII_rocks | Posted 9/10/2013 7:52:00 PM | message detail
The n_n! It WORKS!
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#5 | TheOneAboveAll | Posted 9/10/2013 7:52:04 PM | message detail
And now the rallies hit.
#6 | wedontgetfooledagain | Posted 9/10/2013 7:52:09 PM | message detail
Here comes a counter rally. This last hour will be intense
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#7 | KamikazePotato | Posted 9/10/2013 7:52:09 PM | message detail
HaRRicH posted...
Save this contest, Mega Man!

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#8 | SubDeity | Posted 9/10/2013 7:52:11 PM | message detail
That update is such massive BS.
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#9 | Team Rocket Elite (Moderator) | Posted 9/10/2013 7:52:33 PM | message detail
Charizard used Fling!
HM01 was thrown.
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#10 | -LusterSoldier- | Posted 9/10/2013 7:52:36 PM | message detail
Holy f***, 284 vote update. Charizard with a huge spike, although Mega Man's vote intake went up as well.
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#11 | Not_Wylvane (Topic Creator) | Posted 9/10/2013 7:52:47 PM | message detail
I have faith in the Blue Bomber.

It's pathetic it took Charizard this long to actually even attempt to rally back!
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#12 | Xuxon | Posted 9/10/2013 7:53:30 PM | message detail
#13 | LinkFTMFW | Posted 9/10/2013 7:53:31 PM | message detail
XIII_rocks posted...
LinkFTMFW posted...
Charizard voters may be being harrassed by robot rights groups at the polling stations.


Your posts have been weirdly hilarious


I'm just reporting the facts.We will let the voters decide whether they want a loveable dragon they can admire and respect or a toy robot. I just want to make sure everyone's voice is being heard.
#14 | spooky96 | Posted 9/10/2013 7:54:03 PM | message detail
This final hour is going to be epic.
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#15 | xp1337 | Posted 9/10/2013 7:54:12 PM | message detail
Not_Wylvane posted...
I have faith in the Blue Bomber.

It's pathetic it took Charizard this long to actually even attempt to rally back!

had to reestablish scrappy underdog status
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#16 | Masato_Tanaka | Posted 9/10/2013 7:54:32 PM | message detail
Hit em with all ya got, Mega Man!
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#17 | DoctorJimmy133 | Posted 9/10/2013 7:54:34 PM | message detail
Okay, Charizard had the single best update since the goddamn Power Hour. What the hell?!
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#18 | Wanglicious | Posted 9/10/2013 7:55:41 PM | message detail
that's the resupply spot. he did good holding out this far. NOW HE RELOADS.
THEN HE WILL FORGE AHEAD.

does Mega Man need Cutman? he's leading now.
Bubbles. Acid Rain. Metal Blades. any and all of it. and keep using Cutman for god's sake.

EVERY POWER.
SPLASH WOMAN. ALL OF IT.
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#19 | ExThaNemesis | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:13 PM | message detail
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0MLscghcN4

blaring dis

COME ON MEGA MAN
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#20 | XIII_rocks | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:14 PM | message detail
oh ho ho
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#21 | charmander6000 | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:22 PM | message detail
Okay, Charizard had the single best update since the goddamn Power Hour. What the hell?!

The underdog always comes through at the end
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#22 | Fayt_Esteed | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:29 PM | message detail
Gods, this is a nailbiter...
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#23 | latiasz | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:33 PM | message detail
Wow, same percent.
#24 | Then00bAvenger | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:36 PM | message detail
Why did we suddenly start pulling in almost 300 vote updates.

What the hell is going on.

Well, there's the Charizard rally, I guess. It was fun while it lasted, Megaman
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#25 | Team Rocket Elite (Moderator) | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:38 PM | message detail
DoctorJimmy133 posted...
Okay, Charizard had the single best update since the goddamn Power Hour. What the hell?!


Blaze. Fire moves are 1.5 times stronger when Charizard is at low health.
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#26 | Karma Hunter | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:40 PM | message detail
The desperation-soaked rallying for Charizard will never drown out the ignominy of this epic choke.
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#27 | XIII_rocks | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:42 PM | message detail
I like how Pokemon has now become nofunallowedFAQs
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#28 | Not_Wylvane (Topic Creator) | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:46 PM | message detail
This is a pathetic rally, Charizard!
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#29 | xp1337 | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:52 PM | message detail
good effort mega man =(
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#30 | jtwo22 | Posted 9/10/2013 7:56:57 PM | message detail
39.89% vs 39.89%
4 votes.
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#31 | Xuxon | Posted 9/10/2013 7:57:12 PM | message detail
#32 | Jump_Man7 | Posted 9/10/2013 7:57:14 PM | message detail
Charizard used cut!
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#33 | latiasz | Posted 9/10/2013 7:57:16 PM | message detail
draven rally affecting this poll I guess.
#34 | FFDragon | Posted 9/10/2013 7:57:16 PM | message detail
Don't be a Kanz, XIII.
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#35 | ExThaNemesis | Posted 9/10/2013 7:57:26 PM | message detail
Guys we shouldn't give up. Tell your friends. Risk a little embarrassment to garner some votes~!
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#36 | Kibago | Posted 9/10/2013 7:57:33 PM | message detail
DO IT LIZARDON
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#37 | KanzarisKelshen | Posted 9/10/2013 7:57:43 PM | message detail
#38 | Wanglicious | Posted 9/10/2013 7:57:58 PM | message detail
was fun? was?

HE WILL WIN THIS.
BELIEVE.
GUTS!
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#39 | wedontgetfooledagain | Posted 9/10/2013 7:58:01 PM | message detail
Good night and good luck

My expert picks will be saved
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#40 | FFDragon | Posted 9/10/2013 7:58:16 PM | message detail
Wanglicious posted...
was fun? was?

HE WILL WIN THIS.
BELIEVE.
GUTS!


GUTS... man?
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#41 | DoctorJimmy133 | Posted 9/10/2013 7:58:32 PM | message detail
latiasz posted...
draven rally affecting this poll I guess.

Aw yeah LoLers love Pokémon confirmed
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#42 | JJH777 | Posted 9/10/2013 7:58:43 PM | message detail
Mega Man don't fall like this!
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#43 | XIII_rocks | Posted 9/10/2013 7:59:26 PM | message detail
FFDragon posted...
Don't be a Kanz, XIII.


No I literally meant that. Pokemon has become the antagonist. The support for MM is so positive and unanimous I can't help but be swept up in it!

Like Zard is my favourite character in this division (legit) so I should want him to win, but MM winning this after the Pokemon dominance of this round? ...I can get on board with it.
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#44 | vcharon | Posted 9/10/2013 7:59:27 PM | message detail
Charizard's not gonna lose. Pokemon won't lose in a close match ever.

#HailDraven
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#45 | Wanglicious | Posted 9/10/2013 7:59:29 PM | message detail
he needs GUTS to bear with it.
when 'zard is close he needs CUT to deal with it.
and he will thunder beam the flying bastard to oblivion.
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#46 | Karma Hunter | Posted 9/10/2013 7:59:48 PM | message detail
Note I haven't changed Mega Man's chances from 10% AND I DON'T INTEND TO JUDGING FROM WHAT I'M SEEING
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#47 | charmander6000 | Posted 9/10/2013 7:59:51 PM | message detail
Rally topic at number 2

This might go X/Ryu on us
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#48 | Lightning Strikes | Posted 9/10/2013 7:59:59 PM | message detail
Hey XIII.

Stop this madness, kill your Charizard rallies. If he wins this match, all he does is split with Red and get killed by Samus. Mega Man though... Mega Man could do something special. He could go on to win, even! So make the right choice man, Charizard will only look worse if he wins this match.
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#49 | pjbasis | Posted 9/10/2013 8:00:40 PM | message detail
OKKUSENMAN

OKKUSENMAN
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#50 | jtwo22 | Posted 9/10/2013 8:01:05 PM | message detail
DoctorJimmy133 posted...
latiasz posted...
draven rally affecting this poll I guess.

Aw yeah LoLers love Pokémon confirmed


Draven voters being Mega's downfall. That would get him some anti-votes.
(not that it would matter much)
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