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Title: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: hchien on September 26, 2013, 10:46:19 pm
"Your hugeness is so large!"

"The million point march is over."

"2 badges in one game hype."
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Post by: xelnia on September 26, 2013, 10:52:23 pm
love it!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: JCHarrist on September 26, 2013, 10:52:45 pm

"2 badges in one game hype."

He came REAL close to 3 badges. ;)


Congrats Ross!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: marinomitch13 on September 26, 2013, 10:52:54 pm
Ross, the world has been made right... finally. Awesome job, buddy! Cobba!

Onward to 1.2m!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: tudose on September 26, 2013, 10:53:12 pm
congrats, ross! im so happy for you dude you have no idea. that shit was awesome to watch. im already looking forward to seeing you play some giant pace games soon.

GET THEM! badge hype!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: JohnTheLawnMan on September 26, 2013, 10:54:25 pm
I HAD to get out of bed to watch that.  Glad I checked my phone real quick....

It was just a matter of time.

Congrats Ross!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: ChrisP on September 26, 2013, 11:22:46 pm
Oh my God.

Love it!

(But geez, could somebody close this deal already and give us a new world champion??  ;D )

When this game gets verified, I guess it will officially make the Braze kits official!

Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: xelnia on September 26, 2013, 11:26:31 pm
I'm pretty sure Ken said he had removed the kit today before that game.   ;D
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: up2ng on September 26, 2013, 11:32:13 pm
ROSS!  WOOOOOOT!!

You took that "Cheatin' _____ Game" to school on that one buddy.  So fun to watch. 

I'm so glad you got this one under your belt and will be in the main field at the KO3 where you belong.  You deserve it man.  Can't wait to watch some WR attempts in the near future!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Scoundrl on September 26, 2013, 11:47:25 pm
I'm pretty sure Ken said he had removed the kit today before that game.   ;D

I did in fact take the kit out of the blue cab today. This game was 100% TG legit. While I do believe that the kits will soon be legal, as of right now they are not.

Good Job Ross, 1.15 or bust!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: corey.chambers on September 26, 2013, 11:49:23 pm
Most wonderful game. I will be watching it all the way through. Hope to learn something from your game. You finally have an actual game that lives up to your reputation. I will update your score soon. A huge congrats to you. :D
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: VON on September 27, 2013, 02:13:47 am
Thank you so much everyone. 

It's amazing you all put up with me and actually tune into my streams when all I do is blare techno and bitch constantly.  I've gone back and watched parts of my streams before and it's embarrassing how much of a whiner I am, but I just can't help it. 

In fact, part of the reason I decided to slow things down in the back half of this game was because I was getting very frustrated with unproductive grouping sessions and I was tired of dealing with it and crying about it.  On many a board it felt like long stretches of barrels were being totally uncooperative, and I get upset when even one barrel doesn't behave exactly as I'd like.  The bad pies and bad rivets are expected.  If you don't get a handful of bad pies and rivets in a game you are a total luck-sack.  Bad barrel averages on the other hand, which this game had, are harder for me to live with.  Luckily, with two men in reserve I was able to recognize the game as a "must complete for qualification or you're an idiot" game, and not let my frustrations completely melt me down.

The support I have received from this community has always been appreciated, but has long been undeserved.  Now that I have purged the monkey from my back, I hope to be able to play better, looser, sexier, and continue to push the limits and earn your respect.

Thank you.  Fuck yes!   
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: homerwannabee on September 27, 2013, 03:15:27 am
Wow, huge, huge props on that!  You came ooooh, so close to the Arcade world record too! 8)
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Svavar on September 27, 2013, 03:27:03 am
WOW! Beautiful score, congratulations!
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Post by: Xermon54 on September 27, 2013, 04:01:39 am
As I were reading this topic, I said at LEAST 50 times "Oh my god!".

Man... me and Hank were joking that someone would have the skills to beat me, but not have the skills to beat Hank... ironically, that happened! haha.

But man Ross that's amazing! You just sandwiched yourself between me and Hank (no homo). That game must've been a relief (and a disappointment at the same time for coming that close of the record... I think I'm the only one that can understand that feeling, haha).

I know you wanted to stop playing Donkey Kong (for understandable reasons), but I hope you changed your mind now with that score! I would enjoy going at the manhole soon and try beside you to kick Hank's ass! Kongrats mate!... but why did you end up so close of Hank lol? How dare you pull a Vincent Lemay?  ;)
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: TheSunshineFund on September 27, 2013, 04:21:06 am
Fuck.  Can't believe I missed this.  Congrats Ross!  Way to be sexy.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: marky_d on September 27, 2013, 04:26:10 am
Congrats, Ross
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Post by: giv on September 27, 2013, 04:56:38 am
Yer buddy!
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Post by: f_symbols on September 27, 2013, 05:02:44 am
infinite congrats mate!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Fast Eddie on September 27, 2013, 05:09:53 am
awesome Ross, congrats! shame i missed it, you dont see many arcade WR challenges these days...

8)
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: stella_blue on September 27, 2013, 05:15:51 am

I woke up this morning to learn of a major overnight development.

Ross "Stop Staring at the Enormous Package I'm Sporting" Benziger, Ladies and Gentlemen!   8)

Congratulations, Ross!  We all knew it was simply a matter of time.  I couldn't be happier for you, my friend.

I was planning to spend much of today watching AMC's "Breaking Bad" marathon, but I suddenly feel compelled to generate a few game statistics first.

Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: LMDAVE on September 27, 2013, 05:51:52 am
No Way! That's awesome....very happy for you Ross! Congrats.

As I was reading I figured it was MAME until I read further.  Wow, big news to wake up to.

I'm inspired!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: JNugent on September 27, 2013, 05:58:17 am
Wht da?

WOW!  Just got home from work to see this freaking incredible news! 
8============================================================>

Kongrats, Ross!  I wish I could have watched it live!  This has been such a long time coming, you deserve the score and the accolades that go with it!  KO3 is gonna be BEAST!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: stella_blue on September 27, 2013, 06:00:41 am

One more thing . . .

Is it true that we're only 33,500 points away from this entertaining, yet profoundly disturbing KO3 grand entrance?


(http://i1294.photobucket.com/albums/b610/mars_hotel/bet_loser_zps4182bf36.jpg)

Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Xermon54 on September 27, 2013, 06:04:10 am
Lol Scott... I had forgotten about that bet.

Every time I bet something, I regret it.

So I bet you that I will NEVER do any bet again! lol.

But Vincent always has a plan. I'm gonna get that number 2 spot back. Nobody will ever again get behind me and Hank.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Leo on September 27, 2013, 06:19:44 am
Knew Ross was a contender since I saw the video of his ridiculous rivets board.

Way to go man!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Milehighdt on September 27, 2013, 06:22:37 am
Way to go Ross! I'm so glad I got to watch. One spring death away from a three sac game, unheard of. Kongrats on the well deserved  dedicated machine at the Kong Off.
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Post by: mikegmi2 on September 27, 2013, 06:27:10 am
Congrats Ross! Wow so close to a new WR!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: lifereboot on September 27, 2013, 06:32:15 am
Congrats!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: ThaFunPolice on September 27, 2013, 07:35:49 am
Good Shit Ross! Cheers!  8)
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: marinomitch13 on September 27, 2013, 07:42:05 am
So, is Ross no longer planning on not submitting his score to TG out of protest? I thought he was gonna get the WR and hold it hostage to make a point. Just wondering watch happened with that sort of idea.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: homerwannabee on September 27, 2013, 08:39:26 am
So, is Ross no longer planning on not submitting his score to TG out of protest? I thought he was gonna get the WR and hold it hostage to make a point. Just wondering watch happened with that sort of idea.

Remember he needed to submit a score in order to be in the top 12 in order to get his own machine at the Kong Off 3.   Also it's not a World Record, and him holding that score hostage is probably not going to be that big of a deal.   Now if he does get the World Record in the next couple of weeks that will be very interesting.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: kalel on September 27, 2013, 09:03:41 am
its  cause i wasnt there  .  my bad luck wasnt rubbing off  lol.  great effing game ross . KENCADE  RULES   hehe
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Scoundrl on September 27, 2013, 09:17:22 am
Another #2 from the manhole...
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Scoundrl on September 27, 2013, 09:18:22 am
So, is Ross no longer planning on not submitting his score to TG out of protest? I thought he was gonna get the WR and hold it hostage to make a point. Just wondering watch happened with that sort of idea.

The score is TG Verified, Ross's KO3 spot is secure.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Jeffw on September 27, 2013, 09:43:20 am
Major congrats Ross! It's awesome that you finally have a score that's much closer to representing your skill level and that you now qualify for a dedicated machine at KO3. Competition will be even tougher now.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: homerwannabee on September 27, 2013, 10:32:23 am
You know I have been thinking about it.  Not only did Ross qualify for this years Kong Off, he also qualified for years 2014, 2015, and probably 2016 as well!
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Post by: corey.chambers on September 27, 2013, 11:02:26 am
Ken, is this going to be highlighted on your stream, or is that broadcast saved forever? I can put TG on the HSL but I also like to make games available per link if at all possible.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: lakeman421 on September 27, 2013, 01:20:11 pm
It's amazing you all put up with me and actually tune into my streams when all I do is blare techno and bitch constantly.  I've gone back and watched parts of my streams before and it's embarrassing how much of a whiner I am, but I just can't help it.   

But that's the best part of the game is getting mad at it for being a dick.  Congrats man this has been an exciting month for DK.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: corky on September 27, 2013, 01:31:34 pm
About damn time, Ross!  Seriously though, it's great to see you actually putting some effort into the game that you make look so effortless.  We all knew you could get 1.1+ without much of a problem for a while, but now it's fo realz.  Congrats buddy, you earned it.

Now quit slacking and study for the FE! ;)
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: danman123456 on September 27, 2013, 01:58:18 pm
So, is Ross no longer planning on not submitting his score to TG out of protest? I thought he was gonna get the WR and hold it hostage to make a point. Just wondering watch happened with that sort of idea.

Well first huge congrats to Ross. Get that out of the way first. :D

Now Mitch looks like that isn't going to happen. He doesn't have to pay $60 to submit it so why would he not do it? This is a large part of the entire issue with the new TG setup and why a lot of people are handcuffed. I doubt anyone going to hold "hundreds" or "thousands" or arcade records anymore if its going to cost $6000 to have 100 records (if it cost $60+ for each one). If Dave M does manage to get back in the Top 12 he has to pay $60 to do it or travel across the country? I just feel that either everyone should pay or no one should pay. Can I ask Ken to watch my stream while I'm playing on my arcade machine and its free to submit then? Can't he just validate my game if its "live"? If not then I really don't think showing up at Richies or Ken's should be Carte Blanche for freebies. The only "freebies" should be events like the KO and other things like that if your trying to promote that atmosphere which does indeed make sense because that is where you want the people to come/support right?

Just my 2 cents nothing but love for ya all :)
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Shane_NC on September 27, 2013, 02:09:15 pm
WOWWWWW....... ALL I CAN SAY IS JUST, WOOWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW


WOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWfuckingWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOW

Ross you are the man! Definetely my pick to win the KO3 for sure!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: ChrisP on September 27, 2013, 02:30:24 pm
I haven't watched the game, but I'm gonna propose the possibility that Ross intentionally got second place...

Second would make him, well, second, and also qualify for the KO (his priority), but would not come with the numerous additional "complications" of a new world record.

I will develop this conspiracy theory further over the coming days.
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Post by: dave88 on September 27, 2013, 02:34:31 pm
Right on Ross! Finally  :P

You deserve it man.
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Post by: marinomitch13 on September 27, 2013, 02:50:53 pm
So, is Ross no longer planning on not submitting his score to TG out of protest? I thought he was gonna get the WR and hold it hostage to make a point. Just wondering watch happened with that sort of idea.

The point of me asking this was because it seemed like it was a matter of principle concerning not just the submission fees, but also their views on mame submissions. Even if for him the submission would be absolutely free, and even if he did the score on an arcade machine, and even further, even if it wasn't even the WR, one could still intentially not submit a good score with the explicit purpose of representing an opinion on those matters.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: danman123456 on September 27, 2013, 02:53:26 pm
I understood what you were saying Mitch. :)

So do those other players that are "bumped" need to play in the WCR#3 to lock in a saturday spot otherwise they need to play on Friday?

Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Scoundrl on September 27, 2013, 02:54:56 pm
Not and have a dedicated machine at the KO3 greatly improving his chances of winning.

Dont be a level 8 Mitch!

So, is Ross no longer planning on not submitting his score to TG out of protest? I thought he was gonna get the WR and hold it hostage to make a point. Just wondering watch happened with that sort of idea.

The point of me asking this was because it seemed like it was a matter of principle concerning not just the submission fees, but also their views on mame submissions. Even if for him the submission would be absolutely free, and even if he did the score on an arcade machine, and even further, even if it wasn't even the WR, one could still intentially not submit a good score with the explicit purpose of representing an opinion on those matters.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: danman123456 on September 27, 2013, 02:55:58 pm
I haven't watched the game, but I'm gonna propose the possibility that Ross intentionally got second place...

Second would make him, well, second, and also qualify for the KO (his priority), but would not come with the numerous additional "complications" of a new world record.

I will develop this conspiracy theory further over the coming days.

I watched it and I do not think he was trying for 2nd place at all. He had to get some what lucky to get 2nd place at the end while he sacked his 2 men and he just didnt get enough points. If that fireball had gone up instead of stayed on the board at 21-5 he would have been REAL close if not there.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Scoundrl on September 27, 2013, 03:02:49 pm
I understood what you were saying Mitch. :)

So do those other players that are "bumped" need to play in the WCR#3 to lock in a saturday spot otherwise they need to play on Friday?

Bumped is bumped. If you are not in the top 12 on the day of the deadline you will have to follow whatever other ways are available to play. No one is grandfathered in until that day.

Also, no you cannot just have me watch you play online. There are certain locations that you can play and not have to pay submission fees because there is a local ref on hand or a sanctioned location with machines verified by competent professionals. I provide my game room and my expertise to anyone who wants to set a serious record for free because I love the hobby and the gamers. For the record, my two recent scores I paid for because I had to have a ref verify them and that took his time, so he was compensated. I paid at exactly the same rate as everyone else, and I'm not on here complaining about it. It was worth it to me. If its not worth it to you then submit to marp, find a location, or just be satisfied in your head that you did what you did.

-Ken
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: LMDAVE on September 27, 2013, 03:17:11 pm
Ken, how is the deadline going to work with "when the game is performed" and "when it actually gets up on the board?" Ross' game is TG verified but not on the board yet. At worst case, say I get a  score Oct 23, next day air it to Stephen Boyer on the 24th, I still can't be guaranteed it'll be up and valid for the 25th. JUst trying to pick the best real date for the deadline considering mail and review stil needs to happen afterwards.
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Post by: stella_blue on September 27, 2013, 03:48:17 pm
About damn time, Ross!  Seriously though, it's great to see you actually putting some effort into the game that you make look so effortless.  We all knew you could get 1.1+ without much of a problem for a while, but now it's fo realz.  Congrats buddy, you earned it.

The Corkmeister!  Dan, it's been ages.  Where have you been hiding?

By the way, I have 2 Phish shows coming up next month (10/25 and 10/26 - Worcester, MA).

Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Scoundrl on September 27, 2013, 03:50:20 pm
That's a good question. I will ask and get back to you/the group as soon as I know. 
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: homerwannabee on September 27, 2013, 03:54:10 pm
That's a good question. I will ask and get back to you/the group as soon as I know.

Also, while you are at it, go bang Twin Galaxies for not putting up Mike Kasper's score.  It's crying shame they have not put his score up there yet.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Scoundrl on September 27, 2013, 04:15:29 pm
Mike is going to blow that score out of the water. As of now its a none issue.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: marinomitch13 on September 27, 2013, 04:22:23 pm
Mike is going to blow that score out of the water. As of now its a none issue.

Love it. I'm sure Ross will do the same!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: SQUIIDUX on September 27, 2013, 04:24:57 pm
mm so good.....(http://static-cdn.jtvnw.net/jtv_user_pictures/chansub-global-emoticon-3a624954918104fe-19x27.png)
nice work man!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: homerwannabee on September 27, 2013, 04:55:27 pm
Mike is going to blow that score out of the water. As of now its a none issue.

Gotcha, very awesome attitude to have. 8)
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: corky on September 27, 2013, 06:01:18 pm
The Corkmeister!  Dan, it's been ages.  Where have you been hiding?

By the way, I have 2 Phish shows coming up next month (10/25 and 10/26 - Worcester, MA).

Hey dude!  I've been busy as hell the past few months, but thought Ross' score warranted registration on the forum.  I'll have to tune in to more streams now, since it looks like competition is heating up.

Those shows should be a blast.  They're on fire right now, and Wooster is a great place to see them.  I'll be hitting the Atlantic City shows for Halloween.  Did you get to see them this summer?

/threadjack
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: craighiphopfish on September 27, 2013, 06:37:08 pm
Sick score Ross!
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: TheSunshineFund on September 27, 2013, 07:08:56 pm
I'll be hitting the Atlantic City shows for Halloween. 
/threadjack

Dude.  Hit me up when you're in NJ.
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: stella_blue on September 27, 2013, 09:07:50 pm
Hey dude!  I've been busy as hell the past few months, but thought Ross' score warranted registration on the forum.  I'll have to tune in to more streams now, since it looks like competition is heating up.

Those shows should be a blast.  They're on fire right now, and Wooster is a great place to see them.  I'll be hitting the Atlantic City shows for Halloween.  Did you get to see them this summer?

No Phish concerts for me this summer.  The last time I saw them was 12/27/10, also in Worcester (a show you rated as below average, if I recall).  However, I did catch Furthur twice in July (07/17 and 07/18 - Bank of America Pavilion - Boston, MA).  I also attended a Steely Dan show 2 nights ago (09/25 - Wang Center - Boston, MA).

Lastly, thank you for the "Black Muddy Blog" recommendation.  I've discovered some great stuff on that site.

End of topic derailment.  Don't blame Corky; I take full responsibility.   8)

Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: gstrain on September 27, 2013, 10:46:11 pm
I haven't watched the game, but I'm gonna propose the possibility that Ross intentionally got second place...

Second would make him, well, second, and also qualify for the KO (his priority), but would not come with the numerous additional "complications" of a new world record.

I will develop this conspiracy theory further over the coming days.
Of course Ross is sandbagging.  He's been posing as a poser for years to make money in the minor leagues.  He finally put up a score just to safely qualify for the majors before KO3, but went for 2nd so he could still make a big score betting on himself as a dark horse at the live event.  The disheveled appearance and rambling posts are just part of his very calculated public image.

-KGTM
 
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: stella_blue on September 27, 2013, 11:52:14 pm
Ok, the box score is up:

Ross Benziger 1,136,500 (L22-1) on 09/26/13 (https://donkeykongforum.net/index.php?topic=304.msg10108#msg10108)

I had to approximate the Level 1-1 score (it's absent from the stream).  It's a small detail, but I'm hopeful that someone can provide that missing piece.

Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: danman123456 on September 28, 2013, 07:08:02 am
Nice. Huge points on those 2 sacked men! :D Great game Ross... So close to getting another record at the Kencade. KO3 will be very interesting...
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: muscleandfitness on September 28, 2013, 08:23:33 am
Hi Ross Congrats mate job well done . tears in my eyes luv ya bro take one deep love it
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Scoundrl on October 01, 2013, 04:51:02 pm
Score is up and live at TwinGalaxies http://www.twingalaxies.com/dwwnp/scoreboard (http://www.twingalaxies.com/dwwnp/scoreboard)
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: syscrusher on October 02, 2013, 02:24:32 pm
8=======================================================================================D
Title: Re: Congrats to Ross!!! 1,136,500
Post by: Bliss1083 on October 03, 2013, 06:06:37 pm
Ross just thought Hank and Vince needed to be split up. Lol. Great game!