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    v.2 reacted to JCarson in Life as the GM of the Mexico City Kings   
    Life as the GM of the Mexico City Kings – Trade talks 
     
    As I noted at the beginning of the season, I am going to do a series of media spots about the ongoing thoughts I have related to being a first season GM. Up to now I have covered the offseason prep for the draft and then how I progressed through the draft itself. 
     
    Originally, I thought that I would do my media spot this week on the ongoing drama of the waiver system, from following new players coming into the league to building a waiver pitch, to the frustration of watching players leave immediately after creating. It was set to be a dramatic piece filled with angst and frustration. But then early this afternoon another situation came up and I thought this might be a good topic to discuss while it was occurring. 
     
    Now to protect individual teams and players I am not going to name anyone. And as I write this we are not extremely far into discussion and potentially nothing could happen but the beginning of trade talks have started. 
     
    Now for those who don’t know I am going to give you a small glimpse behind the secret curtain. The VHLM GM have a private chat group on discord where we talk about several things, mainly asking the commissioners to clarify rules. However, this afternoon one of the GM noted that they had player(s) that they may consider trading. They provided reasoning which I am not going to share but let me reassure everyone it had nothing to do with the individual player(s). 
     
    Looking to find a way to improve my roster and help secure a playoff position, I looked at the player(s) and thought there may be some potential as long as I didn’t have to give up too much. So, I reached out to the GM and a DM conversation started. Now I will fully admit that it is about how far things have gone so everything I am going to discuss are my thoughts.
     
    The first conundrum with trade talk is how do you evaluate players. More importantly how do you evaluate a player who at any time could become inactive and may not be on your team at the end of the season? How do you evaluate someone who is not fully developed? Then how do you evaluate what you may be willing to give for today without mortgaging the next season? 
     
    The second conundrum is how do you position yourself in your first inter GM conversation, how do you build a reputation of being a fair but tough trade partner? Honestly, you don’t want the reputation of being a push over, but you also don’t want the reputation of being a jerk. How do you get the most, pay the least but gain respect in the process? 
     
    All I know is that there are so many variables at play, and I can’t know for sure what is going to happen, but I can suggest that there is a unique level of excitement in the process. You will have to wait to find out what happens if anything.  
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    v.2 got a reaction from animal74 in Toronto Legion Weekly Presser   
    1. I think we need to win some more face-offs and keep the shots heavy.  with Atlas entering the top line now my focus is to pour points into FO.
    2. Crazy breakout year! If not the Beketov he'll at least be a top candidate for the Funk / if not the runaway winner.
    3. Had a very strong start but beginning to fizzle out a bit these last few sims.. hoping to get things going again soon.  I like where our team is at so far though.
    4. Bobbly has been a stud so far in net, it's a good feeling knowing you have a solid backup that can steal you games.
    5. Honestly the team awards are great for locker room activity but they don't really do much for me, I think team success is more important.
    6. Oilers / Leafs in the final... Or my Canucks VS Rangers/Bruins and the Canucks take it this time.
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    v.2 reacted to gisselletdean in The Board Game Clue With Skates On - Junior Review   
    Wow, "The Board Game Clue With Skates On" sounds like quite the unique find!
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    v.2 reacted to aimkin in Holy Crap I Wrote A Thing During Tax Season   
    I once again find myself in the middle of tax season grasping for these moments when I have some time to sit down and write for the VHL. As I wrote in my article yesterday, nothing comes to mind anymore besides updating Jesse’s weekly stats and how I feel about their performance. And there are only so many ways I can do it without becoming repetitive. I think that’s also a downside of being a goalie. Only so much comes down to your performance when we all know that forwards and defensemen are just as equally the reason for a win or loss. Sure, sometimes it comes down to someone pulling off a hat trick or a goalie managing a shutout or OT/shutout win, but for the majority, we all know the stats are the runner of the numbers. All that to say that it’s hard to build a story week after week when the player is approaching the end of their career. How many times can I type that Jesse is surprised by a win or disappointed in a loss? I feel like Fs and Ds sometimes have a bit of an easier time since they can talk more specifics like goals, fights, ice time, etc.. With Jesse being the starter for all but one season, I can’t even fabricate drama with a backup goalie coming in and taking their spot. Sometimes I wish it was easier to write a good story for Jesse. 
     
    And while I am going to miss them when they retire and move on, I’m really excited to start all over again. The idea of being able to build a character from the ground up. Their personality, their family, their story. It’s all fresh and new and I can try different approaches. Maybe the next one will be a cocky asshole who becomes a heel within the VHL. Or maybe I’ll stick with the really like personality that seems to make Jesse really likeable amongst most members. Or, perhaps, my next player will land in the middle. Maybe they’ll be kind and caring to friends and teammates but a real thorn in the side of anyone who gets in their way. Who knows. From writing in general in the past, I know that characters take on a mind of their own the more you write them so I suppose I’ll have to see where the next one takes me when I write up their bio. 
     
    So while on the subject, I’m trying to decide if I want to go goalie again or make a defensemen. I was talking with Kirby yesterday who agreed that it almost seems too hard of a pivot to go from goalie to forward when it’s your first recreate. The transition just seems too severe. Maybe my third player I’ll feel different but for now, I’ll stick to the defensive side of the ice. I’ve decided that I’ll wait and see if there is a drought for either when the TDL comes and I’ll probably make my decision off of that. Yes, I know I just complained that being a goalie makes me feel limited in what I have to talk about but at the same time, I kind of love the position. There’s something that feels good about being that last line of defense for a team. It’s also easier to be competitive since there are so many less of us. I don’t know. I suppose I’ll see what happens and go from there.
     
    As for the name and render? Well, you’ll just have to wait and see. I’m keeping that close to my chest and I’m hoping it’s going to be a great surprise for everyone. I’m sad to see Jesse go soon, but I’m excited to recreate.
     
    629 words for week ending 3/31/2024
     
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    v.2 reacted to BOOM in Great works of art   
    Sorry, did you say something? 
     

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    v.2 reacted to jRuutu in Great works of art   
    When we see a great work of art we are either amazed by what we see or we don't really understand what the big deal is.  What we see could inspire thoughts and feelings new to us, our perspectives may shift. But then some might say they can do similar work and even better! I am not a great artist, but I got a taste of what it feels like to be an unappreciated artist whose work is seen as something that can be created again and even worse - improved.
     
    Anonymous artist released the following piece: https://imgur.com/p5FD4ZJ  (Sound on, sorry never mind, there is no sound)
     
    Their work was met with harsh criticism as the piece was not seen worthy of TPE by the gatekeepers of VHL Art Gallery, a showroom where only the finest of works will be showcased.  The denial sparked a backlash from the anonymous artist who went on to say they have a "similar skill set" than I do and that the work they created was "inspired" by the piece I created. My work was seen as worthy to be presented in the showroom and I also received TPE for my work.
     
    Here is the piece I created: https://imgur.com/a/TCQDtuY  (Sound on)
     
    On the surface, both of the pieces look similar. Similar like Donald Trump of 2024 and Pamela Anderson of 1995 are running on the beach side by side, both wearing the classic red Baywatch swimsuit. Similar until you open your eyes and ears to see and hear what the two pieces have to say.  My piece is like an apple covered in chocolate, honey, and toffee. There are so many layers that you need multiple viewings to even get a whiff of them all. By the time you start to feel exhausted from trying to understand and process what you have just seen, all you can say is: "What the f'ck, I have only now reached the apple".  You get a sense of achievement from studying and consuming the piece I have created.  When you look at the piece created by the anonymous artist, you are left feeling weary. Similar to a long fart in a crowded bus. You are amazed you get to witness something like that in person, but at some point, you start to think: "When does it stop?".
     
    When I look at the piece created by the anonymous artist, I feel proud and a little sad. Just like the music of Marvin Gaye has helped to bring who knows how many new lives into this world, my piece has inspired an anonymous artist to create something that we can all enjoy. That is something I did not expect would happen when I started to plan and draft the outlines of my piece. I am saddened because the anonymous artist is focused on TPE and the approval of the VHL gatekeepers over the fact they have themselves now brought new life into the art world.
     
    In my opinion, the piece created by the anonymous artist should be given the TPE, but the TPE should not go to the anonymous artist. The TPE should be shared with everybody in VHL equally. If there are 2000 members in VHL, everybody should be given 0,001 TPE.
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    v.2 got a reaction from rory in Double Standards in VHL?   
    Approved, nice article Rory!
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    v.2 reacted to Will in Suggestion: Updated Attributes Log   
    Indeed, this has been accessible to staff since Portal updating began 😄
     
    Suppose it makes sense to be visible in player management. 
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    v.2 reacted to scoop in VSN Presents: S93 VHL Preview   
    My tier list. Using my own magical calculations based on players' attributes rather than TPA. Helsinki could probably go in its own spot between great and good, and D.C. and Warsaw are also better than the rest of the average crowd but still definitely a step below good.
     
      North America Europe Elite NYA LON, MAL Great TOR MOS Good VAN, CGY HSK Average DCD, CHI, SEA WAR, PRG Bad   RIG             VHLE LAS DAV
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    v.2 got a reaction from Will in Ban Thread   
    User @Joel Main has received a 1 week TPE ban (03/24/2024 to 03/31/2024) for violation of the VHL Code of Conduct section 1.2 in regards to the usage of AI in point tasks.
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    v.2 got a reaction from Baby Boomer in S93 VHFL Group 8 - Complete   
    Fixed!
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    v.2 got a reaction from Lemorse7 in S93 VHFL Group 8 - Complete   
    1. @KaleebtheMighty
    F - Leonard Triller
    F - Axle Gunner
    F - Henry Eagles
    D - Liv Slater
    D - Leif Reingaard
    G - Ash Sparks
     
    2. @Baby Boomer 
    F - Șnubbed Analfist
    F - Grimgor Ironhide
    F - Jeff Lewis
    D - Mark Calaway
    D - Moritz Stauffer
    G - Merome Dilson
     
    3. @v.2  (GM)
    F - Mac Atlas
    F - Jimi Jaks
    F - Wann Kerr
    D - Jacob Stone
    D - Bobby Bob
    G - Olober Syko
     
    4. @Sjin
    F - John Jameson
    F - Nikolas Kauppi
    F - Owen Lazaro
    D - Skor McFleury
    D - Callum Gary Yannick Janser
    G - Jesse Teno
     
    5. @sportexperts show
    F - Daryl Dixon
    F - The Frenchman
    F - Randy Bobandy
    D - Kronchy Kardashian
    D - Rex Wolffe Gregor
    G - Fuukka Rask
     
    6. @Lemorse7
    F - Larry Abass Jr.
    F - Yaroslav Trunov
    F - Severus Targaryen
    D - David Jokinen
    D - Reese McFleury
    G - WWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW WWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW
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    v.2 reacted to DarkSpyro in Ash Sparks - Malmo Nighthawks (S93 Alternate ”Blackout” Jersey)   
    Malmo Nighthawks reveal alternate “Blackout” Jersey for S93. (signed by team Captain, Ash Sparks)

    GO NIGHTHAWKS!! -🔥⚡️
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    v.2 got a reaction from rory in VHL Health Chat   
    What are you taking 5 HTP for?
     
    I know that shit is great after a night of doing molly 😄
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    v.2 reacted to dlamb in VHL Health Chat   
    Currently rocking with Vitamin D3, Magnesium, and 5-HTP, just stopped with Ashwagandha
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    v.2 reacted to rory in VHL Health Chat   
    Actually just started this week, been liking it so far. Helps calm my anxiety during sleep. I'm on Vitamin D3, Omega-3, and a mass gainer protein too
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    v.2 reacted to LucyXpher in S93 Halifax 21st Official Roster Announcement   
    S93 Halifax 21st Official Roster
     
    🇨🇦 LW - Connor Simard @Alex99
    🇲🇳 LW - Dorji Khan @Oddpurplefly
     
    🇫🇮 C - Pierre Marc Bouchard @Gaikoku-hito
    🇨🇦 C - Robin Sierra @ethanjaeda
    🇩🇪 C - Ty Duke @TheDuke
    🇬🇧 C - Tommy Shelby @Will
     
    🇨🇦 RW - Captain Nugget Jr @Captain nugget
    RW - Maple Dogwood @dogwoodmaple
    🇨🇦 RW - Robert Tango @trains
     
    🇨🇦 D - Andrew Skilton @ace_five_
    🇨🇿 D - Alexandr Novotny @Patrik Tallinder
    🇫🇷 D - John Season @dylanjj37
     
     G - Jon Webber III @Webberj
    🇵🇱 G - Samuel Wazinski @samthemancub
     

     
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    v.2 reacted to Patrik Tallinder in Andrew Skilton   
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    v.2 reacted to Thunder in VHL Health Chat   
    Who are you trying to kid….  You’ve been hitting Ben & Jerry every night for 3 months, watching anime porn and playing xbox.  If it werent for your wife, that garage would be all dust.
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    v.2 reacted to ke1vi in Jax Loses in WCH - Ready for Season   
    The 93rd VHL season is just around the corner and Jimi Jax is just about ready to get the season started. The American center is just coming off his second World Cup of Hockey – where the USA fell short to Sweden in overtime for the gold medal game.
     
    “It was pretty disappointing, but I did have a fun time and it was a nice warm-up in preparation for the season”.
     
    The star Legion player re-upped with Toronto over the offseason and intends to provide a leadership role for the team as they remain competitive heading into the season.
     
    “Mac and I have been here forever, and plan to be here for the longevity of our careers. We want to keep this team competitive and help our younger players be the best that they can be”.
     
    Jax is coming off a career year where he saw his two-way play at its best and hopes to continue that into S93.
     
    “Yea, it definitely felt good in all 200FT of the ice for me, I’m hoping to build off that and maybe even contend for a Boulet.”
     
    It will be year 6 now for the Legion forward – with one championship under their belt – they are hoping to grab another.
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    v.2 reacted to MubbleFubbles in MubbleFubbles Radio Ep. 18 - Davos Best And Worst Pick of the S80's and Return of the Portal GOAT   
    https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mubble-fubbles/episodes/MubbleFubbles-Radio-Ep--18---Davos-Best-and-Worst-Pick-of-the-80s-and-Return-Of-The-Portal-GOAT-e2h4d80
     
    Do you like Davos?
     
    Do you like @Will?
     
    Do you like inexplicably heavy Saturday traffic?
     
    Then you may like this podcast!
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    v.2 reacted to Enorama in Why Don't We Post More In This Thread?   
    escaping the prairies??? that's allowed???????
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    v.2 reacted to JardyB10 in Why Don't We Post More In This Thread?   
    I'm "working" through the weekend (i.e. sitting next to a road fucking around on my phone).
     
    Big news though, I submitted my resignation on Friday, and in 4 weeks I'll be moving to BC with my bae. And in two weeks I'll be in Mexico! 
     
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