_Kip
Smash Cadet
I'm surprised no one has mentioned Sirlin's Scrub. Check out sirlin.net on 'playing to win'. It is another good read like this. I feel it gives a finer detailed description of what this thread calls a noob (usually called a Scrub).
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Are You A Noob?
- Thread starter ZonedOut
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Dis4ster
Smash Rookie
Good thread. It was interesting and funny at the same time. Nice job.
majora_787
Smash Hero
I'm almost not a noob. I seem to have this magic ability of not knowing about advanced techs, and not being able to use them correctly. I just can't seem to get them right, or used the right way. That's about all I have to work on.
W-man
Smash Cadet
Yes... yes ! I'm a Noob. I can't adapt myself to loathe Ganondorf. More, I'm compulsive when I play, cause I continually run from any direction to the other to get my opponent. But until now, I must asset it works. Perhaps I can't stop myself winning matches with Ganon ? Is there any sociological expert anywhere to classify my case...
Kros
Smash Apprentice
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Is that the one where they basically define if your a SFII noob?
Tokerella
Smash Apprentice
nice post ZO.. i lol'd irl 
*anxiously waits for yunas post*
*anxiously waits for yunas post*
Thanks to everyone who has posted so far and to everyone who thought it enjoyable.
My apologies to all the Ganon mains who are still in denial about their character. It's one of the stages of grief. You'll pull through it.
P.S: Yeah I've read Sirlin's essay on scrubs. It was very good.
My apologies to all the Ganon mains who are still in denial about their character. It's one of the stages of grief. You'll pull through it.
P.S: Yeah I've read Sirlin's essay on scrubs. It was very good.
Vampirekain
Smash Journeyman
That's some sophisticated stuff :D Really funny! Made my day.
I don't have Brawl yet (since I reside in Europe) but in melee I guess I was a step before pro status before I quit.
And seriously keep the replies coming I wanna read more!
I don't have Brawl yet (since I reside in Europe) but in melee I guess I was a step before pro status before I quit.
And seriously keep the replies coming I wanna read more!
Thanks! :D Glad you enjoyed it.
Well I've been thinking about doing an 'Are You An Elitist?' thread but I don't know how the mods would take that. I think this barely makes it into this forum at all.
It's sad how much Europe has to suffer to get games.
You change your mentality and allow yourself to expand and progress. Don't feel the need for quick rewards and don't become overly coompulsive. That's basically how you 'evolve'.
Oathblivion
Smash Apprentice
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I feel that it is necessary to make a separation between n00bs and those that just plain suck at Smash. I noticed that most of your points involve the homo-noobus getting pwned as a result of their narrow mindedness. I don't possess a single quality on that list (except for possibly rushing for counter KOs), yet I suck horribly. Does my lack of talent make degrade me to n00b status, or is attitude all that matters?
Regardless of this one gripe, it was a good and funny read. I enjoyed it. -Oath
Regardless of this one gripe, it was a good and funny read. I enjoyed it. -Oath
Even if you suck at smash you aren't automatically classified as a noob unless you have the mindset of a noob. So it's definitely all in the attitude.
Mr. Spam & Death
Smash Rookie
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Well I guess I'm kinda a noob... Only because I can't seem to adapt to a persons playstyle until it's too late.
Zanoske
Smash Journeyman
Don't forget about the newbies. Newbies and Noobs are different as the noobs are defined in your thread and newbies are new players to the game
mastermycojeb
Smash Apprentice
nice thread.
N M E
Smash Apprentice
I was a meele n00b at first, i suppose.
But that's because i like to learn from my mistakes and do things my way,
But you live n' learn.
But that's because i like to learn from my mistakes and do things my way,
But you live n' learn.
Zanoske
Smash Journeyman
No problem Zone! Glad to help
Zench
Smash Cadet
i have to say.. that i lost a little respect for the forums reading this thread.
(i do not wish to comment about what i just said, just let it be)
(i do not wish to comment about what i just said, just let it be)
Best101
Smash Ace
I think you should edit out the first part of your post. The part where you are practically asking for trouble for no reason.
There is a quality that might be considered whenever classifying who is a n00b or not.
My friend studies up on Brawl, he doesn't put mental limits on himself, he has no qualities of a n00b. The problem is, he just doesn't have the technical ability (reflexes if you will) to compete with other people. That is the only thing holding him back from having a chance against normal competition. So the question is, is he a n00b? He's trying to get better at the game, he's attempting to "evolve", while actual n00bs never attempt that transition. Do we then classify him as a n00b, and if not, then where does he fit in?
My friend studies up on Brawl, he doesn't put mental limits on himself, he has no qualities of a n00b. The problem is, he just doesn't have the technical ability (reflexes if you will) to compete with other people. That is the only thing holding him back from having a chance against normal competition. So the question is, is he a n00b? He's trying to get better at the game, he's attempting to "evolve", while actual n00bs never attempt that transition. Do we then classify him as a n00b, and if not, then where does he fit in?
Zanoske
Smash Journeyman
As long as he doesn't act or have a mind of one, then he isn't classified as a noob. It's ok if he doesn't want to compete with other people as he may be shy and afraid that he might be flamed or something. But encourage him to play with other people as he will get better and better with each match.
To me, he is not a noob, in my personal opinion. But as Zone says, as long as he allows himself to progress and expand and not feel the need for quick rewards, then he is on the right track
To me, he is not a noob, in my personal opinion. But as Zone says, as long as he allows himself to progress and expand and not feel the need for quick rewards, then he is on the right track
The issue isn't that he is not playing the right people or that he isn't motivated to actually compete (trust me, he likes competitions in general). What I am asking is if his technical (or lack of) ability could be considered a true quality of a n00b. I think it isn't but I have heard varying opinions and I wanted to see what people here on Smashboards thought.
Zanoske
Smash Journeyman
What Zone said
Thanks for clearing that up, I didn't know what to say >< since i'm bad at situations like this
Hype
Smash Lord
technical problems are way easier to overcome than the mental aspects IMO.
although i am relativly new to the Smash series I'm not a noob (by your deinition) because I have developed so much as a gamer from FPS's. For a while now, along with other things, my main objective has been to never become Phazed by frustration, zen if you will. That is one of the hardest obsticles to overcome to be a great player.
although i am relativly new to the Smash series I'm not a noob (by your deinition) because I have developed so much as a gamer from FPS's. For a while now, along with other things, my main objective has been to never become Phazed by frustration, zen if you will. That is one of the hardest obsticles to overcome to be a great player.
Zanoske
Smash Journeyman
I meant bad at situations of explanation
but anyways, yes, you are not classified as a noob but you can be called a newbie since you are relatively new to the SSB series. but not in a bad way. And yes, being phazed by frustration will not lead you anywhere and you may as well quit, which is bad because if you want to be a great player, you have to show dedication and never give up.
Zanoske
Smash Journeyman
I call those that think people with technical difficulties are noobs, "idiotic noobs"
EvilShadow777
Smash Cadet
nice.ShaolinAce
Smash Ace
Too much of the word noob. But and interesting read.
Noob.
Noob.
Well it is an essay on noobs. So of course I use the word noob :D
JigglyZelda003
Smash Hero
nice read and from it i don't think im a noob. but i do become very impatient at times and its hard to over come that sometimes. mostly cause in other fighters im a very offensive fighter. can i get a tip on how to get past that?
Zanoske
Smash Journeyman
Maybe you can try going defensive?I.E let the enemy come to you.
If you keep going aggressive you'll find yourself being more impatient and make mistakes as you play. But this is just my opinion of what I said because i never go offensive a lot. Zone's answer will definitely help you.
Novan007
Smash Rookie
Very well written and thought out. I thought mostly all of it was true and it was pretty funny too.
I loved the part about noobs practicing on lvl 9 CPU's! I know this guy who fits this category all to well and is like, "i practiced a bunch and I can all-ways beat lvl 9 CPUs! Why Can't I beat U?" haha, noobs....
O, and what is with Kirby being able make hats out of no where? I never questioned it before, but it is kinda strange.... or amazing...
I loved the part about noobs practicing on lvl 9 CPU's! I know this guy who fits this category all to well and is like, "i practiced a bunch and I can all-ways beat lvl 9 CPUs! Why Can't I beat U?" haha, noobs....
O, and what is with Kirby being able make hats out of no where? I never questioned it before, but it is kinda strange.... or amazing...