InstantForum.NET v4.1.41BC Civ Forumshttp://1bcciv.com/forums@1bcciv.comSat, 30 Aug 2008 03:47:40 GMT20http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxCongratulations to Bismarck2990, June's CivIV GOTM Champion.</P><P>Score: 5599, 2059AD Domination Victory</P><P><FONT size=1>:)<BR></P></FONT>Tue, 27 Jun 2006 20:33:53 GMTmongoose201http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxBah, as if Bismarck getting the jump on anyone is a bad thing, Goose? Heh, I have no problems with any extensions on the date though (I've already waited 20 days+ so I can wait more). ;)<br><br>EDIT: The science department for me was the key to my susuccess. The gold early on really set me on a great track.<br><br>In the beginning, I was seseverely out numbered military wise for the most part. when I invaded Ghandi's continent however, I had Russian Coassaks against Long Bowmen. Then with the invasion of Egypt later on I would lead my tanks against nothing else but Riflemen. Then, led my Armored units would roll against the German Mechanized Infantry. Not to mention I had a unmatched navy which had abobliterated [b][u]all[/u][/b] their defenses (city wise). I could've taken out Saladin also but I didn't want to risk the possible loss to their space program. <br><br>It all laid in the science sector until I just plain outnumbered everybody. :w00t:Mon, 26 Jun 2006 22:48:38 GMTBismarck2990http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxNext month... we'll jump down one level of difficulty to encourage more participation... When I made the file, I'm so used to playing on Noble and above that I didn't think to reduce it.Mon, 26 Jun 2006 22:23:05 GMTmongoose201http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxHey, isn't the end of the month on Friday?! :P <br><br>Just let me say this, as it turns out, I plan on finishing the game but I will not be finishing it on time. I am not too worried about that as I will not even be winning my game. This will have been my first completed game on this skill level, and as usually happens when transitioning, I could not keep up my science level. I've done my fair level of conquering in this game, but eventually my science deficit has prevented me from doing any more. So I will go down in defeat whether I submit or not. Also keep in mind that this is the hot summer months here in the northern hemisphere when many people spend a fair amount of time outdoors (well at least I do) my limited gaming time as it is has been impeded even further (thankfully) by some recent adventurous trips I have taken. :) <br><br>I will be back for more next month though!Mon, 26 Jun 2006 22:13:05 GMTLocus Coeruleushttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxGreetings all....</P><P>Although this isn't really fair to Bismark, I'm going to extend the deadline for a day or so. The deadline for submissions is now 6PM US Central (GMT -6) on Tuesday, the 27th... This should help those who may have been playing a game and are very near completion of the game.</P><P>I was hoping (pleading) for more than one actual submission. I'm sure the activity will pick up *<EM>hopes upon hopes*, </EM>and once you see what we have planned in the way of recognition in the graphics department, I have no doubt more will be playing. Let's just say that multiple champions (CivIII and CivIV) could have their member level image area resemble a highly decorated generals uniform (in a tasteful manner, of course).</P><P>And look what you have done, you let Bismark get the jump on all of you!</P><P>:PMon, 26 Jun 2006 21:50:48 GMTmongoose201http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxhehehe.... we are all ashamed of our rusty performance? I have only gotten smacked playing online a couple times this year,,,, not the same as playing against the AI to get a high score...</P><P>I will allot more time next month!!!</P><P>Well, I got my session in... I tried to finish a cultural win, but it just didn't work out... I lost Space Race... 2048, final score 3033... I think I hurried along to much in the rush to finish the game in time for the deadline. I was only about 300 culture short in two cities... Turned out to be a lot harder map than I orignally thought. Congrats to the winner. Bismark???Thu, 22 Jun 2006 17:28:09 GMTAintmyprobhttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspx[quote]I think the following audio file pretty much sums up the response to the first GOTM...[/quote]</P><P>LOL - I think the same is true for the Civ3 GOTM, Mongoose... :PThu, 22 Jun 2006 11:03:59 GMTComedy Davehttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxI'm trying really hard to find a couple continous hours between now and Sunday... I might have to skip that daily session in bed.Thu, 22 Jun 2006 09:19:19 GMTAintmyprobhttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxstill working on it goose, will have it done this weekend.Thu, 22 Jun 2006 07:49:58 GMTLocus Coeruleushttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxI think the following audio file pretty much sums up the response to the first GOTM...<P><A href="http://www.mongooseblog.com/GOTM.mp3">Click</A> <P>If clicking doesn't work.....then Right Click--&gt; Save as...<P> <P>:PThu, 22 Jun 2006 05:39:11 GMTmongoose201http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxOk folks.....</P><P>6 days left and only 1 submission?</P><P>Let's get cracking! Why deny yourself the glory that has slipped through your grasp all these years?</P><P>Just to let you know, in a few months (when we have enough winners to justify it), I'm thinking of creating a subforum to this one. A "Hall of Champions" if you will, where all members will be allowed to view GOTM strategy/whatever discussions by past champions. Only past GOTM champions will have posting rights.</P><P>:)Tue, 20 Jun 2006 07:33:56 GMTmongoose201http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxBUMP<BR><BR>[b]8[/b] more days until this one's over and I'm crowned undisputed winner gents. Submit those saves before then... (if you dare) <BR><P>EDIT: I wonder how that graphic will look under my avatar. :w00t:<BR>Sun, 18 Jun 2006 08:53:51 GMTBismarck2990http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxGood to hear gents. :)Mon, 12 Jun 2006 23:05:43 GMTBismarck2990http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxHey Biz, <br><br>I was nearly finished last weekend, then Dave released the Civ3 GOTM and switched over and ripped through a fair amount of that this past weekend. I don't have time for civving during the week, so my window is fairly limited. Plus I'm sure to suffer a defeat in the civ4 GOTM so I'm not too enthused about finishing it, but I will get it done and submit a score by the deadline. ;)Mon, 12 Jun 2006 09:53:29 GMTLocus Coeruleushttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxfair going so far... looking to get a major session tuesday, or wednesday... Should finish once I restart. Who knows.:DMon, 12 Jun 2006 07:25:15 GMTAintmyprobhttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxAnybody going to give me some competition? :PSun, 11 Jun 2006 18:42:06 GMTBismarck2990http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxDomination Victory: 5599, 2059 ADTue, 06 Jun 2006 00:11:19 GMTBismarck2990http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxil play out this game tonight, noble should make it a quick one, whats the current high score? Biz, what did you pull out ?Mon, 05 Jun 2006 15:35:48 GMTGKhanhttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxSorry about that -- guess yesterday just wasn't my day... But hey! Looks like I can upload the save on here today. :)Mon, 05 Jun 2006 08:46:46 GMTBismarck2990http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxBismarck, that link doesn't work...</P><P>:PMon, 05 Jun 2006 08:33:20 GMTmongoose201http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspx<DIV><DIV><DIV>Elias Rex would've gotten my vote for the leader name. Though, I haven't seen him in some odd decades around here... anyone else has?</DIV><DIV> </DIV><DIV>Well, I played the game (great one too I might add for those who enjoy using their armies), and I've pulled off a domination victory. I would've felt more satisfied if I had taken out Saladin for both a higher score and conquest but he was too close to launching his space program. The score is in the high 5000+ area.</DIV><DIV> </DIV><DIV>Oh, and the save file of course:</DIV><DIV> </DIV><DIV>EDIT: Arggg, My computer is acting up and AOL won't upload it... I used internet explorer and uploaded it: <A href="http://Here ">Here</A> </DIV></DIV></DIV>Sun, 04 Jun 2006 10:38:08 GMTBismarck2990http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxSomehow I doubt most of us could use our military well enough to call our leader Kanda'!<P>Should the GOTM rules be reposted somewhere ???</P><P>Second somebody needs to do some research on allowable / disallowable exploits of CivIV competitions.<P> <P>Downloaded... think this should be a good test of the latest case mod / heat issues seeing as it's almost 85 f in here now.Sun, 28 May 2006 15:33:29 GMTAintmyprobhttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspx-Kanda would be an interesting leader name....Sun, 28 May 2006 11:53:37 GMTRoadkillhttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxTwo years can do a lot to a person... Of course they can also do nothing... ;)Sun, 28 May 2006 11:32:19 GMTZigeunerhttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspx[quote][b]psweetman1590 (5/27/2006)[/b][hr]I did a search on that user, and he has eight posts and has been here since the most recent December..... Why would old-timers have any connection? Am I reading the name in the screenshot correctly? Is it Adburn? I'm stumped...[/quote]<P>WOW! I had no idea that he had been back around. If you had a look at his first post, you would have some idea of his past:</P><P>[quote]Hello Everybody - i'm new please be nice to me!! <BR>Well i'm almost new - i was a member about 2-3 years ago in the early days of civ3. I was called adburn back then too so a few of you old timers may remember me.<BR>I was a little naughty sometimes back in those days and often incurred the wrath of Sean and Leo and the gang - he even banned me for a few days once!<BR>Anyway i got civ 4 for christmas and was having trouble with my ATI graphics card so i searched the web for a bit of help and came across this forum.<BR>Its great to be back - sorry to anyone who was at the receiving end of my very dry sense of humor last time. I promise to be on my best behavior this time.<BR>Look forward to whipping all your buts in multi player just as soon as i work out what this religeon thing is all about.[/quote]<P>"Banned for a few days" is putting it lightly... He even tried a return back then under the name of "Artful Dodger", but was sniffed out then when an eagle eyed member (Leo, I think) noticed the similar pattern of posting. A pattern which usually involved Cleo in some way... He even mentions her in one of the eight posts of his current account.Sat, 27 May 2006 22:30:03 GMTmongoose201http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspx-Ah, Adburn. Good old Adburn. Man, I've been here a long time.......:DSat, 27 May 2006 22:01:31 GMTRoadkillhttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxI did a search on that user, and he has eight posts and has been here since the most recent December..... Why would old-timers have any connection? Am I reading the name in the screenshot correctly? Is it Adburn? I'm stumped...Sat, 27 May 2006 21:30:33 GMTpsweetman1590http://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxLooks like a good starting location. :) I'll definately have to check this out. But I still haven't finished my own ongoing game...huh...</P><P>Do we get hints on just who that guy is (the leader name)?Sat, 27 May 2006 01:08:45 GMTMr. Ghttp://1bcciv.com/Topic2218042-80-1.aspxGreetings all... The June GOTM is here a few days early for your enjoyment.<P><IMG src="http://www.1bcciv.com/Uploads/Images/17b6c922-3126-4d1d-a553-afbb.jpg"></P><P>Those of you old timers will get a kick out of the Leadername.</P><P>Settings: Version 1.61</P><P>Difficulty: Noble Civ: Russia (Philosophical, Expansive)</P><P>Map: Islands Size: Small</P><P>Climate: Temperate Sea: Medium</P><P>Era: Ancient Speed: Normal</P><P>Random Large and Tiny Islands</P><P>Modified Assets Locked<STRONG> All Victories Enabled Except Time</STRONG></P><P>----</P><P>To make things a bit easy going in this first month of GOTM's, we'll just shoot for the highest score regardless of victory condition. In future months we may go by earliest victory or perhaps only enable one victory condition.</P><P>When you complete the game, please post your final save. You may also of course provide a screenshot of your triumph. I have enabled the ".civ4savedgame" attachment, but I would prefer that you zip the files that you upload if you have the knowledge/capability. At the conclusion of the GOTM, all save files will be deleted from the thread, leaving only the original save and the member screenshots. </P><P>All submissions must be posted by June 26th. The Champion will have the honor of the next months GOTM leadername, GOTM Champion medal graphics that are currently in design which will replace the "member level image" below your avatar, and perhaps something else I have up my sleeve. </P><P><STRONG>By Downloading the file, you pledge to refrain from any nefarious activities which would be considered cheating such as reloading a previous save to correct a mistake or gain any advantage from knowlegde gained before the reload. </STRONG>Sat, 27 May 2006 00:44:28 GMTmongoose201