The end result? An upset by ARMED^ASSASSINS to knock off [WAR!] and take the championship!

AA take home 16 Warhawk Limited Edition Statues, as well as the in-game Champion’s Blade reward for their efforts. Who says players don’t play for [...]]]> If you have been closely following GGL’s Warhawk tournament, you would know that the semifinal matches between Gods Illest, [WAR!], (ONI) and ARMED^ASSASSINS went down this weekend. However, instead of waiting a few days to schedule the finals, the victors, first-seeded [WAR!] and tenth ARMED^ASSASSINS, decided to play their finals match this weekend.

The end result? An upset by ARMED^ASSASSINS to knock off [WAR!] and take the championship!

AA take home 16 Warhawk Limited Edition Statues, as well as the in-game Champion’s Blade reward for their efforts. Who says players don’t play for bragging rights anymore?

All participating teams will take home the GGL Ceremonial Knife in-game reward. Shanks for coming out!

Congrats to AA and all participating teams for their hard-fought battles.

Angel is the sole leader of ONI, who entered the bracket phase of the competition seeded 27th. Thanks in part to Alvarado’s leadership, ONI is in the final four of the bracket facing off against ARMED^ASSASSINS.

Alvarado’s ability to lead his team from being relative unknowns into the final [...]]]> Thanks to GGL’s Owens, we have another spotlight player for our Warhawk spotlight! In case you were wondering, the player spotlight highlights those who have gone above and beyond the call of duty in GGL competitions. Today’s contestant: Littlecube141, better known as Angel Alvarado.

Angel is the sole leader of ONI, who entered the bracket phase of the competition seeded 27th. Thanks in part to Alvarado’s leadership, ONI is in the final four of the bracket facing off against ARMED^ASSASSINS.

Alvarado’s ability to lead his team from being relative unknowns into the final four is the primary reason he’s our spotlight player of the week! Give him a round of applesauce…er, applause.

These four teams have fought long and hard to reach this point in the tournament, so it’s an accomplishment regardless of  who advances from this stage. Good work, guys!

The two matches are set for July 25 at 21:00 ET. Now, it’s up to these four teams to decide the finalists of this exciting competition.

Stay tuned for more updates as [...]]]> GGL’s Warhawk tournament has come down to the semi-finals! Only four teams are still alive in the bracket phase, with #1 [WAR!] set to take on #4 Gods Illest and #27 (ONI) facing off against #10 ARMED^ASSASSINS.

These four teams have fought long and hard to reach this point in the tournament, so it’s an accomplishment regardless of  who advances from this stage. Good work, guys!

The two matches are set for July 25 at 21:00 ET. Now, it’s up to these four teams to decide the finalists of this exciting competition.

Stay tuned for more updates as we get them.

These tough cookies are the result of a whittling down process that included nearly 100 teams. Let’s meet the survivalists and hear their stories!

#1 seed [WAR!] has rolled through the bracket, true to their seed. They will face off against #9 Lock’N'Load, who undoubtedly face a strong challenge. L’N'L dropped a higher seed, 1FG, to get this far, so an upset isn’t beyond them. Still, we’re talking about the #1 [...]]]> The countdown to extinction is reaching a fevered pitch in GGL’s Warhawk tournament, as only eight teams remain in the entire tournament.

These tough cookies are the result of a whittling down process that included nearly 100 teams. Let’s meet the survivalists and hear their stories!

#1 seed [WAR!] has rolled through the bracket, true to their seed. They will face off against #9 Lock’N'Load, who undoubtedly face a strong challenge. L’N'L dropped a higher seed, 1FG, to get this far, so an upset isn’t beyond them. Still, we’re talking about the #1 seed. We’ll see if they can make it happen…

#4 God’s Illest will battle #12 Bomb Squad Kittens in a match where it seems they are already anticipating controversy. BSK’s bucket415 is already demanding a referee be present for the match, and he has also unilaterally disallowed video recording of the match because he claims it induces lag. I suppose the admins will have to handle it!  (more…)

As the sole leader of Blighted Touch, More scheduled all of the team’s matches to date, steering them to a 34-7 record in the ladder phase of the tournament. This unsung hero of Warhawk is there for teams other [...]]]> GGL’s newest admin, Owens, came up with the concept of spotlight players for our ongoing Warhawk competition, and I am more than willing to oblige. Our player spotlight exists to recognize the achievements and sportsmanship of competitors in the GGL community, and show them some love. First up: David More, also known as SuperGayParade (hmm…).

As the sole leader of Blighted Touch, More scheduled all of the team’s matches to date, steering them to a 34-7 record in the ladder phase of the tournament. This unsung hero of Warhawk is there for teams other than his own, as well, assisting the community whenever possible through our forums.

More and Blighted Touch are set to face off against shadow battalion, while ARMED^ASSASSINS await the winner of the battle. Hats off and good luck to David More!

BOOM dropped Agents of Kush on their heads to advance to a second round matchup with Bomb Squad Kittens, who slapped SlaPaHo Tribe. Meanwhile, Known Outlaws topped ICU.

Toward the bottom of the bracket, Strategic Assassins defeated Krypto Kingpins, and lastly, ARMED^ASSASSINS assassinated Syndicate.

With these matches complete, we can look forward to a full plate of round two matches! Keep your eyes peeled for more updates regarding this exciting [...]]]> All of the round one bracket matches in GGL’s Warhawk tournament are finished, setting the stage for round two.

BOOM dropped Agents of Kush on their heads to advance to a second round matchup with Bomb Squad Kittens, who slapped SlaPaHo Tribe. Meanwhile, Known Outlaws topped ICU.

Toward the bottom of the bracket, Strategic Assassins defeated Krypto Kingpins, and lastly, ARMED^ASSASSINS assassinated Syndicate.

With these matches complete, we can look forward to a full plate of round two matches! Keep your eyes peeled for more updates regarding this exciting tournament.

Who will be champion? Only time can tell!

Now, 10 of 16 matches from the first round are complete, and it’s time to see who is making the cut…

It should surprise no one that #1 seed [WAR!] eliminated #32 Black Brigade. No disrespect to BB, but [WAR!] are first seed for a good reason. However, a large number of upsets took place toward the bottom of [...]]]> Nearly one week has passed since GGL’s Warhawk tournament switched over from ladder to bracket play. While many valiant competitors were cut down in the switchover, 32 amazing teams made it to the bracket.

Now, 10 of 16 matches from the first round are complete, and it’s time to see who is making the cut…

It should surprise no one that #1 seed [WAR!] eliminated #32 Black Brigade. No disrespect to BB, but [WAR!] are first seed for a good reason. However, a large number of upsets took place toward the bottom of the bracket, showing that ladder seeds aren’t the end-all-be-all of skill.

#20 United Gaming Army took out #13 82nd Airborne Assault. Likewise, #27 (ONI) K.O’d #6 APEX and #22 /7 smashed #11 REDBULLS, who were at one point actually leading the ladder.

Last, but certainly not least, #18 shadow battalion upset #15 Wraith Swat Division to advance in the brackets. Aside from these matches, the higher seed won, which isn’t unexpected.

Several matches have yet to take place, as well. BOOM (#5) are set to take on #28 Agents of Kush, and the rumor is that the teams are already anticipating the need for an admin to be present for the match. Bomb Squad Kittens await the SlaPaHo Tribe, Known Outlaws will take on ICU, KRYPTO KINGPINS will battle Strategic Assassins, and ARMED^ASSASSINS will fight Syndicate.

More news as we get it!

Here’s a picture of the top 1/3rd of the bracket. Click on it to visit the bracket page.

Congrats to all the competitors who fought through the ladder phase!

Competitors have one day to change their fates in GGL’s Warhawk tournament, as only the top 32 teams will advance to the bracket phase of the competition. In other words, judgement has arrived.

Let’s take a look at who’s making the cut right now!

In 32nd, we see East Coast Killaz holding onto a narrow points lead over Detonators. If the standings don’t change at all, ECK will make it, but will have the unenviable privilege of facing off against [WAR!] in the first round of the bracket. [...]]]> One.

Competitors have one day to change their fates in GGL’s Warhawk tournament, as only the top 32 teams will advance to the bracket phase of the competition. In other words, judgement has arrived.

Let’s take a look at who’s making the cut right now!

In 32nd, we see East Coast Killaz holding onto a narrow points lead over Detonators. If the standings don’t change at all, ECK will make it, but will have the unenviable privilege of facing off against [WAR!] in the first round of the bracket. That’s going to be a difficult match.

[NUKE] and Strategic Assassins, meanwhile, have lifted their stock to 27th and 26th, respectively. They will face strong teams in the bracket, but can give them a good fight — both [NUKE] and SA are recent comers to the ladder, and SA sport a 16W streak!

Who’s out? Who’s in? We’ll find out for sure tomorrow, June 29!

33rd place Agents of Kush have two days to reclaim a top 32 spot in GGL’s Warhawk tournament in order to advance to the bracket phase of the tournament.  34th place Red Dragon face the same dilemma as well. Ditto for NNN and /7.

Contrary to reports of their inactivity, Murder/Own/Destroy have redeemed themselves and snapped the losing streak they were courting earlier this week. They are now in (drum roll) 32nd! And [NUKE] find themselves tied for 30th with Frownie Face–as long as this situation remains, [...]]]> Two.

33rd place Agents of Kush have two days to reclaim a top 32 spot in GGL’s Warhawk tournament in order to advance to the bracket phase of the tournament.  34th place Red Dragon face the same dilemma as well. Ditto for NNN and /7.

Contrary to reports of their inactivity, Murder/Own/Destroy have redeemed themselves and snapped the losing streak they were courting earlier this week. They are now in (drum roll) 32nd! And [NUKE] find themselves tied for 30th with Frownie Face–as long as this situation remains, they should both make the bracket. However, anything can happen in the next 48 hours.

Lastly, in a smart move, Strategic Assassins are still trying to climb the ladder, extending their win streak to 13 matches. Whoever comes in 32nd will most likely face off against the powerhouse [WAR!] in the first round of the bracket…which is not going to be a good place to be.

Stay tuned for more news about these highly active ladders in the two days!