Author Topic: Scorpion's Roulette v. IT'S DONE! (Read 35162 times)

Scorpion · « **on:** December 23, 2012, 04:34:09 AM »

Alright everyone! As my bitching in Elite's roulette probably showed, I'm very excited to get this show on the road, so I'll make this introduction short.

Who is playing?

- Nekov
- Elite
- lonestar
- jingle.boy
- WindMaster
- Sigz
- ariich
- wolfking
- Ultimetalhead

That's right, nine of you. Deal with it.

How will the songs be scored?

I will force myself to rank the songs each round, with the winning song getting 5 points, two songs getting 4 points, three songs getting 3 points, two songs getting 2 points and the worst song getting 1 point. That doesn't mean that it's a bad song, only the song that I enjoyed the least out of the songs sent.

How can songs be sent?

I would prefer Spotify or YouTube submissions - no Grooveshark, they don't work in Germany anymore. If you don't find your song on one of these two, then I'll PM you my e-mail address, but I'd prefer to run it over PMs, because that's simpler to keep track of.

What can't be sent?

Any artist that has more than 10 plays on my Last.FM (https://www.lastfm.de/user/TuncleOm) is out. If there are artists that have less then ten plays, feel free to send something, PROVIDED I HAVE NOT YET HEARD THE SONG YOU ARE SENDING. In the rare case that I am familiar with a song that you send which is not listed on Last.FM, I'll get back at you.

What the hell does the title mean?

The title refers to what shall make this roulette special and set it apart from others, because I won't be deciding the themes, you will!

Now how does that work?

Well, it's actually pretty simple. I have a list of 15 themes that are relatively loose and should allow you all to send songs, even with regards to your differing musical tastes. These have been compiled into a list with each theme being assigned a number randomly.

Along with your submissions for every round, you will also PM me a number between 1-9. The number of the round winner decides the theme of the next round, after which I will take out the theme already used and re-scramble the random numbers.

I think that's the basics. I won't set a deadline because I know that many of you are on holidays atm and I know how much real life can get in the way, but try to send songs in a timely manner. I'll try to rank them as quickly as possible, but I can't guarantee no delays on my part either.

ROUND 1 IS AN OPEN ROUND, SO SHOW ME WHAT YOU'VE GOT, AND DON'T FORGET YOUR NUMBERS!

Elite · « **Reply #1 on:** December 23, 2012, 04:57:06 AM »

So, you're pretty much stealing my scoring system?

Let's get this going, I hope I can score as least as much as you did in mine!

Edit: also, what happens if two or more players send the same number? Or am I not understanding the idea?

Nekov · « **Reply #2 on:** December 23, 2012, 05:38:17 AM »

Cool!
2 comments: First as Elite and Jingle might tell you having that kind of scoring system will probably make you feel bad as you may have to give a really good song a 1 just because the rest of the people also sent really good songs.
Second: Sigz and Ariich?

This roulette will never end

Scorpion · « **Reply #3 on:** December 23, 2012, 07:33:49 AM »

Quote from: Elite on December 23, 2012, 04:57:06 AM

also, what happens if two or more players send the same number? Or am I not understanding the idea?

Doesn't matter. Everyone sends a song in case they win. Only if they win the round does their number become relevant, and since there is only one winner every round, it doesn't matter if someone else sends the songs.

Quote from: Nekov on December 23, 2012, 05:38:17 AM

Cool!
2 comments: First as Elite and Jingle might tell you having that kind of scoring system will probably make you feel bad as you may have to give a really good song a 1 just because the rest of the people also sent really good songs.
Second: Sigz and Ariich? This roulette will never end

#1: Yeah, I know, but it makes the whole thing a more competitive thing. Plus, there needs to be a definite winner every round for my idea to work.
#2: I'm having some second thoughts, but I promised them their spots. If they start holding up, I'll take action, but I'm really interested what music they can bring to the table, so I'm willing to take the risk.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #4 on:** December 23, 2012, 08:11:46 AM »

With this list of participants, I'm definitely following.

You'll undoubtably be kicking yourself with a stack ranking scoring system. It's more frustrating than anything. As Diego will tell you, it wasn't always hard to hand out low scores (

), but when you get a ton of awesome songs - and you will - the decision making to put one over another gets tough.

It's like 'what's the better movie, Gladiator or Braveheart?' Sometimes it's like 'Gladiator or The Phantom Menace', but more often than not, it's more like the former.

lonestar · « **Reply #5 on:** December 23, 2012, 08:12:32 AM »

Any time limit to songs?

Scorpion · « **Reply #6 on:** December 23, 2012, 08:20:43 AM »

Don't got over 15 minutes, please. There may be a round for epics (if the right number is chosen).

Also, Diego, I got your submission, you still need to send me a number.

lonestar · « **Reply #7 on:** December 23, 2012, 08:34:41 AM »

Sent yo....

ReaperKK · « **Reply #8 on:** December 23, 2012, 09:14:45 AM »

Following

WindMaster · « **Reply #9 on:** December 23, 2012, 11:01:45 AM »

Growls? Screams?

Scorpion · « **Reply #10 on:** December 23, 2012, 11:03:58 AM »

I've been warming up to them slowly. I can't really say much beyond that - I like some and I don't like others, but I often have no idea why.

Lowdz · « **Reply #11 on:** December 23, 2012, 01:51:31 PM »

Yeah, I'll follow. Should be interesting.

Elite · « **Reply #12 on:** December 23, 2012, 05:47:59 PM »

You'll get some shit song from me soon.

wolfking · « **Reply #13 on:** December 23, 2012, 06:19:46 PM »

Cool, haven't participated in a survivor since Chad's so it should be fun. Great list of participants too.

Scorpion · « **Reply #14 on:** December 24, 2012, 04:29:09 AM »

Six songs are already in. Keep 'em coming!

wolfking · « **Reply #15 on:** December 24, 2012, 06:05:17 AM »

Song sent.

Scorpion · « **Reply #16 on:** December 24, 2012, 06:06:17 AM »

Received, still need your number.

Waiting on Nem and ariich.

Elite · « **Reply #17 on:** December 24, 2012, 06:35:51 AM »

Wasn't Rich away for at least this week?

Nekov · « **Reply #18 on:** December 24, 2012, 06:45:22 AM »

Quote from: Elite on December 24, 2012, 06:35:51 AM

Wasn't Rich away for at least this week?

Yep, he'll be back on the 29th

Scorpion · « **Reply #19 on:** December 24, 2012, 06:55:15 AM »

Oh, I didn't catch that. Alright, so no results before the new year, probably.

Sorry gaiz.

Elite · « **Reply #20 on:** December 24, 2012, 06:57:08 AM »

By then you should already love my track. It's a grower.

Scorpion · « **Reply #21 on:** December 24, 2012, 07:02:23 AM »

I won't listen before I have all songs. Sorry, but it's not really fair if I listen to one track for a week and another only for a day.

Elite · « **Reply #22 on:** December 24, 2012, 07:13:15 AM »

Good man. That's what I did too

jingle.boy · « **Reply #23 on:** December 24, 2012, 07:15:35 AM »

Quote from: Scorpion on December 24, 2012, 07:02:23 AM

I won't listen before I have all songs. Sorry, but it's not really fair if I listen to one track for a week and another only for a day.

It could also backfire. Some songs get worse the more you listen to them.

Scorpion · « **Reply #24 on:** December 24, 2012, 07:19:52 AM »

Yeah, but in any case, it's not fair to listen to one song longer than another one.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #25 on:** December 24, 2012, 08:25:29 AM »

Tru dat

Scorpion · « **Reply #26 on:** December 27, 2012, 12:37:30 PM »

Nem opted out because she's busy, so I offered the spot to Chad. Let's see how this goes over.

kári · « **Reply #27 on:** December 27, 2012, 02:10:06 PM »

Damn, I saw Nem's name crossed and I wanted to apply.

Elite · « **Reply #28 on:** December 27, 2012, 02:52:53 PM »

The people want results.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #29 on:** December 27, 2012, 04:24:12 PM »

Sure, count me in. I'll send something tonight/tomorrow morning.

You're all playing for secon ... Ah, forget it. Let's just send Tommy Boy some dreamy music.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #30 on:** December 28, 2012, 05:40:16 AM »

Sent. Guess we're just waiting on Rich now?

crazyaga · « **Reply #31 on:** December 28, 2012, 05:43:50 AM »

OMG.
Can I join to this roulette too? please?

I allready sent my entry and number in case you agree

Scorpion · « **Reply #32 on:** December 28, 2012, 06:21:16 AM »

Quote from: jingle.boy on December 28, 2012, 05:40:16 AM

Sent. Guess we're just waiting on Rich now?

Yeah, that's correct. I think he's returning tomorrow?

Ultimetalhead · « **Reply #33 on:** December 28, 2012, 11:46:48 AM »

I should probably post in this thread so I know what's up when shit gets rolling.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #34 on:** December 28, 2012, 03:21:35 PM »

Not a bad idea, Cup. Also, I tried to PM you, but just so you know, you're in the 'up next' category in the Top 50 Album thread. Fire away if you're ready/willing/able.

News: Track-by-track video for Untethered Angel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Co1_h0GtAw

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