Nagan-4
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No need for two or three rounds.
Even with the changes regarding the number of visits, it's clear that Volgograd is the absolute winner as the location for CIS-2017.
Even if we consider those who voted and also came and played in the tournament, it's still Volgograd.
But the question is: who will actually come, and what if the price per person increases by another 20-30%? That would be unpleasant for both the organizers and the participants.
But the choice has been made by the COMMUNITY.
Which community? Last time, two years ago, when Volgograd was chosen, I was told that the choice was made by the community, without a vote. Now, only 33 out of 97 people who wanted to participate chose Volgograd, and I am told that the choice was made by the community again. How can five divided by two not be a whole number? Let's try dividing by five...
They mentioned me as the organizer of this tournament, so I am withdrawing from this tournament because it no longer resembles the original concept. The goals of the first championships were:
1. To cover the entire country with Heroes championships. Remember how it all started? Heroes qualifiers were held in different cities, where anyone could participate, and the winners would go to the final, receiving prizes to cover their participation costs. Of course, spectators and those who just wanted to hang out also came. But that wasn't the most important thing.
2. Accessibility. I know how difficult it can be for a Heroes player to afford things, because often they are students or people just starting their careers, and it's hard to raise a large sum for a trip. I know this well because I, as an organizer, have often helped participants with money on credit. That is, a very cheap option should be offered, and as an alternative, a second option for those who have money, which has always been easier. Now, when they write that you need 60,000 to participate, I am at a loss.
3. The competitive aspect. The champion should be a champion without any doubt or questions. And without any collusion.
Now, this championship has turned into a gathering of wealthy poker players.