The official IC thread for Friendly Cup 9 is here. All OOC commentary not related to your RP should be put in the signups/OOC thread (Here) and your RP points will be zeroed for every infraction of putting OOC Content in the IC Thread. The bid is here: viewtopic.php?p=15443831#p15443831
Some OOC Information:
8 groups of 5 teams, single round robin, winners of each group advance to quaterfinals. Once in quarterfinals and in playoffs, a hard bracket is used, similar to the RL NCAA basketball tournament. There will be a third place game for the losers of the semifinals.
Cutoffs: 11pm PDT (subject to change)
Schedule:
(July 27) MD1: 2 vs. 5, 3 vs. 4, 1-Bye
(July 28) MD2: 5 vs. 1, 3 vs. 2, 4-Bye
(July 29) MD3: 1 vs. 4, 5 vs. 3, 2-Bye
(July 30) MD4: 3 vs. 1, 2 vs. 4, 5-Bye
(July 31) MD5: 1 vs. 2, 4 vs. 5, 3-Bye
(Aug. 1) Rest Day
(Aug. 2) Quarterfinals
(Aug. 3) Semifinals
(Aug. 4) Bronze Medal Final
(Aug. 5) Gold Medal Final
Group 1
2. Gaveo
35. Polkopia
Texacano
New Lonopolian Empire
United Republic of Indiana
Group 2
8. Paradystopia
15. The Royal Kingdom of Quebec
Kalusia
Cassadaigua
Windport
Group 3
4. Hujukialand
39. Camerania
53. Levivania
The united kingdoms of zackalantis
Myrtle Isles
Group 4
6. Boring Paradise
10. Rovegia
Faikliren
Utilitas
Northton
Group 5
7. Soviet Canuckistan
19. Filopines
Alitaba
Chiata
Levivania 2
Group 6
5. Kintratar
19. The Sova Empire
Ukrainya
Ainin
Savski Venac
Group 7
9. Max empire
19. Darmen
Beaverriver
Super-Llamaland
Darrenovia
Group 8
1. Maklohi Vai
24. Lymantatia
Yugiohistan
Pikkewyn
Sicoutimont
IC Information:
Background
Maklohi Vai has been present on the NationStates Sports scene for nearly a year and has participated, or is set to participate, in upwards of 50 events to date. This includes World Cups 62 through 65, along with BoF 49 and CoH 54-57. Most importantly for you, however, is its experience in the Friendly Cup. Maklohi Vai participated in Friendly Cups 4-8, making the quarterfinals in the first two, winning it all in number 6, quarterfinals in 7, and back to a win in FC 8. Maklohi Vai has a strong sports tradition within the country, making it the first choice for entertainment for many families and individuals. Hosting a tournament of the size of the Friendly Cup will put the country into a frenzy, making sure that all the necessary preparations are in place before our guests arrive. Infrastructure is not an issue, as our main industry is tourism; the fans of participating nations would by no means strain this infrastructure. In addition, Maklohi Vai has a convenient highway system that serves all of the stadiums and airports that would be used. Civil rights and freedoms are extremely high, so expect a pleasant time, free of crime, when you visit. Vaians are also known for their friendliness, especially towards a fellow football fan. There will be plenty of people to help you if you should get lost or confused.
Map of Maklohi Vai
http://i.imgur.com/uIlMg6k.png
Host Venues and Stadiums