SHOUTOUTS - Thanks for making this a great trip
What a pleasure to finally meet much of the smash community in person.
I had a great time for the most part, and I really felt as though you Americans opened up to me. Thanks very much. I played against quite a few people, so I'm really sorry if I don't personally address someone here. Good times all round.
CANADA
Bernard / Raynex : We finally meet, friend. You're a great guy, and a talented smasher. I'm glad I could show you that Marth has disgusting hitboxes sometimes. Thank you for eating with me, for chilling with me, and for talking to me. Hanging out with you guys made me wish I was part of the Toronto community pretty badly.
Imadh / I.B : I was hoping to avoid the comparisons, but they're inevitable, Mr. Anderson. Imadh, you are such a swell guy. You have a great attitude, and a grab game to match. Just being near you made my Fox vs. Marth game improve immensely. If you guys host a huge tournament, I might come visit -- maybe I can sneak in a trip to my GF's too. Good job beating Chops and Hax; I knew you could do it. That being said, I'm glad I successfully built up your confidence by letting you think that you're somewhere near as good as me. ;D <3 jk
Ryan / Unknown522 : You are my standard for how a Fox should play, now. You're very knowledgeable, and very chill. Don't let confidence in your own talent become the measure for how you judge others' ability-- not everyone is as systematic as you! Good games, and great job in doubles.
Idea : You have a good Jigglypuff, dude. We should have played some seriously sets. You were kind and supportive -- thanks a bunch.
Eric / Blunted_Object10 : Well done. I am very proud of you for beating Plank. And you did a great job against Lucky. I'll still be seeing you often, dude.
Roustane / DivinoKage : You *****, man. I'm sorry that I couldn't always save you. I was busy battling my bandaids. You did well, just that Jiggs was too ****. We lost to HBox's team and Mango's team -- that's nothing to be ashamed of. Hope to see you sometime soon.
Sanuzi : Sorry we didn't get our friendlies in, man! Another time.
LONG ISLAND
Evan / Animal : I'm sorry about your wallet, dude. You're an up-and-coming player. Keep watching vids, and play with people who own you. You have potential to improve.
Wynton / Prog : You are great, dude. I dedicated a FB status to you, but you deserve more. Let's keep chilling while I'm here, PLEASE, and I'll buy you Checkers or something. I'll show you what I'm really made of at NoJohns.
Hotel Guys: I don't remember all of your names, but I am so glad none of you are rapists. If you were, then you were stealthy, and I appreciate that. Thank you for letting me sleep on the bed the second night. You were good roommates.
TOURNAMENT MATCHES
Round 1 Pools: There was no easy win in our bracket. There were Peaches, Sheiks, Marths, Foxes, and even a Doc. Good matches. MacD, I will see you in a Cali tournament soon, I hope.
Round 2 Pools:
Axe : You are sick. I wish I could have played your Falco, but that's okay, your Pikachu is tight. I don't feel bad losing to you, esp. since you have Taj and Tai practice, but also because you **** everyone every day, before breakfast and after. I hope to meet you again. You are one of my favourite smashers.
Lambchopz : Congratulations on your performance, Juan. You, me, and Hungrybox are part of a joyous group of Juans. Thank you for reminding me to keep it real lol. I am bitter towards Randall because of you, but you're a skilled player and I don't mind losing 2nd seed to you.
Singles:
D1 : Good matches man. I'm sorry you didn't get any warm-up time in. I know you could have done a lot better.
Jman : Don't get nervous, dude. You're one of the best Foxes. I always describe you as my fox when I'm playing perfectly. I'm glad I came as close to beating you as I did.
G$ : Falco doesn't normally work against me, dawg. I saw your matches vs. BO, you're a great Marth. I hope to see you on the 21st!
Eggm : You really pulled it out. I thought I could take it, but you were too consistent for my nonsense. Well played. I'm glad you did well, even though it was at Canada's expense!
FRIENDLIES
PC Chris : One of the coolest smashers. Great to meet you and play you. You are going to do really well if you keep up your confidence.
M2K : You performed well. I haven't seen Sheik played that well in doubles. And yes, Marth sucks!
Thorn : A Falco I haven't heard about taking games off me? You're hella good, friend. Keep it up.
Colbol : I finally met you, so excited. You are ub3r pr0, and I'm glad you laugh at my jokes. <3 I felt safe with you in the room -- who would **** me when they can **** COLIN?
Mango : Sorry I gave you the bad matches. Thanks for putting me on WC crew, I think I pulled my weight? I'd love it if you took the game a bit more seriously. There are people who really like to see you play well, and I'm one of them. MM at a California tournament. I guarantee I'll take money from your Falco ;D . You're sick in doubles.
Swiftbass : All those friendlies, I was thinking to myself, "man, this Fox is good!" Playing against you and Raynex made me wayy better against Fox. Keep it up dude.
D'oH : You have one of the best peaches I've played. IMO your placing didn't do you justice. Conservatism does not imply hatred or narrow-mindedness. Pleasure to meet you, sir.
COOL PEOPLE
Twins : You guys are both great. From Diagnose to Bandaids, you were supportive and fun. No, I'm not gay, I'm just happy. Great job on commentary. Look forward to seeing you guys again sometime! <3
DaShizWiz : Sick Falco, as always. You were very different than I expected, but you are still a great guy! Too manly, and that's funny cuz my nickname is ManLi. Let me know when you want to meet up so I can take your money. Hope to see you again! =D
Taj : I see past the M2 and into a very cool guy. You were hilarious and talented. Good job, man.
Hax$ : You actually changed the way I see smash. I've never seen someone so consistent and good at this game. I have never played a Falcon like yours. I'm rooting for you all the way. Great games.
Shoopman : Thanks for the ride, dude. Great to talk to you and meet you! Hope to see you at NoJohns.
Stabbed : I'm sorry I didn't play with you! I'm sure we'll have another opportunity, though. Thanks for your hard work in uploading matches.
Nintendude : I will be around for NoJohns. Maybe we can have our MM then! Take care man.
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Thanks very much guys. You'll be hearing about Diakonos more in the future, I promise.