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Vasteras makes an offer to IA Finn Davis.

The Vasteras Iron Eagles make a claim for IA Arthur Kimura.

The Vasteras Iron Eagles have lost in heartbreaking fashion in the Renaissance Cup Finals just two seasons ago, then last year losing in the semi finals after winning the wildcard round. This has led to questions about the Iron Eagles future. With their main core all graduating to the VHL, what was left of that championship caliber team’s core is gone. What now? Vasteras will have to undergo a clear rebuild, and rumors of GM Zach Arce’s status remains in the air. Will this be Arce’s last season GMing in Vasteras? Signs are pointing to yes but there is a whole season ahead. Arce had acquired a bunch of potential future prospects I the S86 draft, but what if this season? The Iron Eagles took a gamble in taking Yaroslav Bogatyrev in the first round as he may be VHL bound, but could it pay off? Personal off-ice matters could take Arce out of his current position, but first there is business to be taken care of for the S86 season.

Vasteras makes an offer for IA Ray Withers

Vasteras makes an offer.

Vasteras makes a claim for IA Adeline Delle Donne.

On a serious note, I’d love to see this go to the Children’s Cancer Foundation. Cancer has affected many of all ages, and does not discriminate. However, it is especially devastating this happens to children so young, and that they have to spend their lives or even part of it in the hospital, and in pain. Anything to help research for future effective treatments, and even cures for cancers I will always support.

I mean, I do accept paypal.

Claim for week ending in 11/13.

Vasteras makes a claim for IA Naggy Al.

Vasteras makes an offer on IA Nicholas Blue.

Vasteras please!

Congrats @Acydburnblue looks great on you man! And congrats to @thadthrashervery few know the E better than you, well deserved!

Poor Rayz.

For the first time in their 17 year existence, the DC Dragons have won the Continental Cup. Relief, tears, joy are some of the emotions that came across the fans in DC, as their beloved Dragons were finally on top. After years of being called "MID", the Dragons were able to let their performance on the ice be their response. GM Eno Rama has been the man in charge since the franchise first came into the league, and after a slew of bad luck has finally held up the hardware. The Dragons entered the S85 season after a disappointing end to the S84 campaign where they were highly favored to be the NA powerhouse, and cup representee. They had Moscow legend Duncan Idaho in his final season, and finished first in the North American division, and 2nd overall in the league. This unfortunately did not stop them from losing in the Conference Finals to the Seattle Bears in 5. The expectations were lower in S85 for the Dragons, they had lost Idaho, Poopypants, and Mourning. There were gaps to be filled. Questions whether other players could step up, would someone be able to fill in Idaho's shoes? How on earth did this playoff run come about for the Dragons? The S85 Off-Season Retool The Dragons entered the S85 off-season with the sting of losing to their dreaded rival, the Seattle Bears in 5 games with expectations soaring high. Duncan Idaho had retired, their top forward was gone. On top of that the team had to let go defenseman Poopy Peepants, and forward Taylor Mourning to the New York Americans. GM Eno Rama let both go, in hopes to fill in the gaps with more cap friendly but efficient options. The Dragons need a shakeup, and they would certainly get it. DC started by trading for Darth Kaprizov from the Riga Reign in exchange for an S86 Malmo 3rd rounder and forward Daniel Clarke. This followed by a slew of free agency moves. The Dragons signed the former highly touted Titans forward, Nezuko and reliable defenseman Milan Dvorak to fill in the voids for Idaho and Peepants. The Dragons offense suddenly looked like a force to be reckoned with as they had Ronan Lavelle, Ryan Vidot, Nezuko and Darth Kaprizov as their top 4. Defenseman Tui Sova was entering his final season, one of the best producing defensemen in the league. He would be joined by Corey Kitson, and Baxter Arcanum again, with Dvorak joining the party. With this solid defensive core and the backbone in Bubbles Utonium, the team definitely was a competitor again, but would it be enough? The S85 Season: The Rollercoaster The S85 season turned out to the a rollercoaster ride for the Dragons. DC had 3-5 games in hand on most of the league for a majority of the season, and went from competing for the Victory Cup to holding their breathe that they would make the big dance. DC started the season off hot, hit a cool period in the middle where the offense looked almost non-existent with Chicago, and LA breathing down their necks for their playoff spot, and watching the teams ahead of them get some distance. The Dragons would end up finishing in the 3rd seed in the North American division with 84 points. It was not sexy, or dominant but they got in and finished ahead of the Seattle Bears by one point. This gave them an exemption from the wildcard round to rest up. Forward Ronan Lavelle tied his career best with 98 points, from the season before. He also set a new career high with 46 goals and 275 hits. Lavelle took the challenge of being the team's lead scorer with the help of linemate Ryan Vidot who finished with 87 points of his own. This was a career best for Vidot, who also scored over 40 goals for the first time in his career as well. The Lavelle-Vidot connection was a dynamic one. Another duo who had a great season, especially early on was the Nezuko-Darth connection. Nezuko finished with 66 points, which he voiced displeasure about as he was averaging over a point per game, and finished below the margin. He still was a 35 goal scorer, being setup often by Darth Kaprizov. Darth had 60 points of his own, 39 of which assists. Tui Sova delivered another impressive campaign in his final season. He had a league leading 76 assists, and 93 total points. Sova as always was wheeling and dealing plays that would end up in the back of the net. Corey Kitson quietly produced 44 points and a very big +30 rating, while blocking 106 shots. Milan Dvorak posted up 42 points of his own and blocked 137 shots of his own. Dvorak's pairing suffered in the +/- field due to the second line's cold streak during the season with Baxter Arcanum. Arcanum delivered 176 hits, 129 shots blocked and posted up 31 points. Arcanum also went into fool goon mode with 166 penalty minutes! By far the team leader. The S85 Playoff Run: DC Magic It was now time for the postseason. Nothing from the regular season matters anymore. It does not matter who the league leaders were, nor the standings. Anything can happen at this stage, and unknowingly to us all DC had a surprise in store. The Dragons eagerly awaiting the winner of the Seattle-Chicago series to begin their series with Vancouver in the next round. When Chicago clinched their series, it was time. The Dragons would be facing off against the pre-season North American favorites. It was a hard grueling series of back and fourth between these two strong teams, and it was going to game 7. Ronan Lavelle scored the go-ahead goal in the 3rd period of a 2-2 game to put the Dragons ahead 3-1, and Corey Kitson iced the game to make it was 4-2 series clinching final. The Dragons faced their bitter rival Chicago Phoenix, who humiliated the Dragons in a 3 game series sweep in S83. They jumped off to another strong start on DC, as the series started off 2-0 Chicago, taking both games in DC. The Dragons were able to fight back as they won 4 straight games to stun Chicago in 6. Adison Bond played hero in OT, as it stamped DC's ticket to the Continental Cup final for the second time in the franchises history. There, a very good Moscow Menace team awaited with a hot Papa Emeritus in between the pipes. However, it would be DC's own Bubbles Utonium who would steal the show with a shutout, and just all around MVP play by the DC netminder in the finals. After splitting the first 2 games 1-1, DC won the next 3 to win their first ever Continental Cup. In Game 5's OT, Nezuko would be the hero who would score the cup clincher! It was real. Midtober was over, and the Dragons were champions. Ronan Lavelle lead the postseason in points with 26, goals with 12 and hits with 83. Ryan Vidot and Darth Kaprizov scored 11 goals each as well as 22 points. Darth's playoff experience turned out to be a true difference maker. Tui Sova came to play during the Finals, as that is where he saved all of his production and ended up being a PPG playoff performer before taking his final bow. Nezuko turned out to be the playoff hero for the Dragons, as many in the locker room had said he would. Bubbles Utonium posted up a .928% and 2.67 GAA, and saved their best performances when it mattered the most. Utonium outdueled Papa, and the Dragons would not be able to do this if not for their star goaltender. An unprobeable, magical run had a spooky ending as the DC faithful will be celebrating their cup win this Halloween. Eno, you absolutely deserved it! Words: 1521 Claim for: 11/6, 11/13, 11/20

1. I will be taking my kids out to go trick or treating, looking forward to it! 2. Coming off a cup win, the dream scenario would be to equipped the team for a repeat! 3. As much as I will always put DC out of faith for my team, realistically I would say Vancouver is loaded again this season, with more TPE applied to their main players. They will be dangerous. 1. What do you look forward to most about the holidays? If you don't celebrate, what is something you enjoy doing in the winter time? 2. Were you happy with your player's performance in S85? 3. What are your expectations of your player in S86?

It was a pleasure to be able to choose a cause that means a lot to me personally and to many. I want to also add I will be matching the $30 donation. It’s not an an huge amount, but everything counts. Thanks for running such a fun bonus season incentive, for a great cause fishy!

Yes, you read the title right. This isn’t parody, a hoax, or a sick joke at the end of MIDTOBER. The DC Dragons have defeated the Moscow Menace in 5 games to clinch their first ever Continental Cup. Nezuko’s 10th goal of the postseason in OT set off the celebration in DC. Bubbles Utonium had an incredible finals, including a shutout. Utonium stepped up when DC needed them the most. Forward Ronan Lavelle led the postseason with 26 points and 13 goals. He also recorded 81 hits which was a league best. The Dragons sent Captain Tui Sova into retirement a Continental Cup Champion. Eno Rama’s wait is over. People can say “MID” all they want now, but they’ll have to do it over DC’s trophy.

Will be using my doubles week for my 10/30 claim purchased via donation here:

S86 Donation: $15 Transaction ID: 02417503W0780221T $1 million player store cash 5 Uncapped TPE Doubles week

What a way to end MIDTOBER! The Dragons are Continental Cup Champions!

https://vhlportal.com/tools/tpa-tppl The TPA Tool on the portal is also very handy. Search your player and play around with the attributes so you can see where you want everything by a certain TPA point. You can also toggle with each attribute to see how much it’ll take to raise the STHS attributes.

Woah, woah. We can’t let this happen.