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NEW TOP 12 - ABDERA
1). Eviction Notice - Ranked #2 in ABP & DBP. The solid favorite to win the world from the start and the alliance in prime position to make that happen. A recent merge with the Blood family has pushed them firmly into the #1 position. All while fortifying their rankings and giving them control of Ocean 55.
2). Quality over Quntity - Ranked #1 in ABP/DBP. When they started Abdera they weren't even close to the Top 12. They slowly rose to the occasion and crept into that TOP 5. Before we knew it, they were the top contenders. With a botched opportunity with Bloods, they have solidified a relationship with Name Changers to keep them in contention. Many allegations and speculation revolving around the alliance and its players. Regardless, plenty of Quality to their Quantity.
3). Eviction-Notice - Ranked #3 in ABP/DBP. Some say they are the academy of Eviction Notice, or visa versa, but no one can be sure . Enter twined with the other branch, they make for one very nice core and a roster packed full of talent. They also took on some Bloods members to round out the roster.
4). Name Changers (Currently Exit by ENtry) - #4 in ABP, but #10 in DBP. This tells me they have played it very safe and have not taken chances here to get them attacked. They have a solid core and some great players, but seem to lack the "Go-Getter" mentality. They will settle for joining QoQ for the WW contention.
5). The Hammer - This group has hung in there and maybe surprised some folks? They have stayed busy and high in the rankings by being engaged with both Independent & Tuatha CO. in 43/44. Some speculated they are part of EN, but they are their own separate entity. Viewing their core, I think it is almost a given however they have a relationship with EN. I'm guessing a mutual relationship to allow them to keep 43/44 solid!
6). TUATHA - Another surprise in my eyes. Many people passed over them in a joking manor early on. Myself included. It was due to them having multiple academies. They had many members, but the quality seemed to be lacking. It seems those who joked about them may be eating their words now, as they have a huge following down in 33/34. I'd bet you will see them continue to get both ABP/DBP.
7). Hounddogs - Another wing of EN, eh? I call bullocks. They are the true ones running the show. Rumor has it they will run up the rankings here soon by delivering a sound blow to EN . All ina ll a solid group of players yet again. Solid ABP/DBP. A great piece to EN's puzzle.
8). Independent - Also a surprise. Had sort of a quit start. Then after sound growth, merges with smaller groups like Nameless & Soggy Bottoms, they have become a thorn in the 40's. They seem to be comprised more of defenders, and their DBP proves that. However since Brir had to leave due to a family emergency (Hope all is well Bud!), they seem to be slowly losing cities.
9). Invictus - Who? Yea you know you are asking yourself that very question while reading this. Let me explain... blAcK AnArCHy seems to have fell apart over night, and merged into Invictus. Rounding them out. Now, they have become a huge threat in O35 and have come out of the shadows. Still not going to edge out a win though, regardless of what Pagodaswan says lol.
10). Independent 2BN - I have always wondered what the "2BN" means. Anyone? Well they are the academy to the #8 ranked. Seem to be a good compliment. Not much to say other than would like to see their members grow a bit more, and also improve their ABP/DBP.
11). CARNONOS - One of TUATHA's branches. Not really a whole lot going on here. Their ABP/DBP is non existent. Player average is horrendous. Seems to just be a waiting room or blood bank for their main? Would love to see them help out more. Or not. Either way ....
12). Invictus BA - Again, intrigued by the BA. Whats it mean? What gets me is how is your academy light years a head of you in both ABP/DBP? I think the main alliance needs to do some restructuring and balance themselves out. All in all very surprised with this group however...
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The Future!
1). What will come of Oceans 33/34/35?
With all these emerging alliances like TUATHA & CO., Invictus, Indepedent, Hammer etc... Something has to give. I am wondering who will engage who, or if they will all link up for wonders?
2). Who will be the next alliance to either fall or merge?
Recently, after earning their scars as true warriors, the Bloods ended their reign in 55. Majority of their members went to EN, while others went to NC/QoQ, or left the game. I am looking forward to see what the next move is in abdera!
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~ Honorable & Dishonorable Mentions ~
Honorable- Invictus made a big move for the merge, and made waves. It was nice to see something exciting happen and for that you get mention.
Dishonorable - Queen Viv has dropped numerous cities in the past 24 hours. Expected more from the #1 player. For that you get mention...
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& Nowwwwww .....Place your bets!
With WW fast approaching, who do you have winning Abdera. Place your bets!