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Redemption® Collectible Trading Card Game HQ => Playgroup and Tournament Central => Redemption® Official Tournaments => Topic started by: MrMiYoda on March 24, 2011, 02:31:54 PM
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Date: Memorial Day weekend May 27-28
Venue: Maple View Baptist Church (http://mapq.st/gEJ8Ll)
Address: 1600 Singer Rd, Joppa, MD 21085
HOSTS: Shawn Capron, Marti Wormuth, and Brad Coverdale
DETAILS:
Registration fee: $10.00 (no fees for Open Events)
Fees for Closed Events:
a. Sealed Deck: $12 -- you must bring your own sleeves.
b. Booster Draft (Disciples): $17 - you must bring your own sleeves; you must also have 7 non-SA lost souls.
**Roy C. has low-priced sleeves, deck pouches, dice, and counters.
Prizes:
Winner Card: Random TexP
Winners' Prizes: Priests Booster Packs
Promos:
All available State Promos + New Regional promo: http://www.redemptionreg.com/REG/LinkedDocuments/Goliath%20(P).gif (http://www.redemptionreg.com/REG/LinkedDocuments/Goliath%20(P).gif)
GAMING SCHEDULE:
Friday Evening --
Deck check in begins at 4 PM, we will be at the church as early as 1 PM for set up.
Play begins at 5 PM
T2 Multi-player/Sealed Deck/Teams (all at the same time; if there is a high interest in any of these categories, we can move stuff around and do categories in 2 phases)
Saturday --
Deck check in begins at 7 AM
Play begins at 8 AM
Phase 1:
T1-2p/T2-2p
Lunch (See “Food” for details).
Phase 2:
T1-Multi/Booster Draft
Trying to be out by 7 PM, we will need help for clean-up of area.
LODGING OPTIONS:
a. Church function rooms: Overnight stay (Friday night only) -- 2 separate rooms for ladies and gentlemen
b. Church grounds: Players may pitch their own tents from Friday to Saturday (tents must be removed and grounds cleared/cleaned by midnight of Saturday)
c. Joppa MD Local Resident tent-pitching grounds?: Please ask Shawn if he can request local players to provide tent grounds on Saturday night for those who prefer to depart on Sunday.
d. Hotels: Most local hotels run from $50-$90 a night. If a lot of people want to each get hotel rooms, let Shawn know and he will attempt to lock in a group rate. So far, the least expensive lodging option is Super 8 Motel: http://mapq.st/l4NR4w (http://mapq.st/l4NR4w)
To book at Super 8: CLICK HERE! (http://kayak.travel.aol.com/r/XiESgI)
FOOD/WORSHIP:
1. Please kindly eat dinner before your arrival on Friday evening. We have not scheduled a meal time.
Breakfast on Saturday:
Within a couple miles of the church there is McDonald’s, Burger King, Panera Bread, Subway, and other franchises.
We will also should have some food available at the church for breakfast (donuts for sure, maybe some muffins etc.) for free.
There will be coffee for free at the church, but for my friends who would like something from an actual coffee shop, there is a Dunkin' Donuts and a Starbucks close to the church.
Lunch on Saturday:
We will provide lunch for all tournament participants on Saturday, at no additional cost (registration pays it all). There will also be complimentary soda, chips, and probably cookies. :D
Dinner on Saturday:
We will also provide dinner for all tournament participants on Saturday depending on what time we finish, again at no additional charge.
Food places within miles of the church:
Highlights --- Red Robin, TGIFriday’s, Panera Bread, any fast food franchise you can think of, Wawa, Applebee’s, Denny’s, Red Lobster, Bob Evans, and probably a heck of a lot more.
Map of Places of Interest Nearby:
Click here for a Map of Food Locations, Worship Centers, and Hotels near the Tournament Venue (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=200570077447262747286.00049c5c9e5b441e21977&t=h&ll=39.482713,-76.288033&spn=0.07022,0.131664&z=13)
2. Worship at the Tournament Venue:
The church where we will be hosting the tournament has one Sunday service at 11am and Sunday school starting at 10am.
OTHER NOTES:
There will be a basket available for donations as a 'thank you' to the church. All donations will go toward the continuation of the Redemption® Club at the church, and if necessary to cover additional costs of the tournament.
Also, this will be the first time we will host anything this large Redemption-related at this church. I ask that everyone be always on their most excellent behavior, showing good sportsmanship and brotherly kindness.
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THE NEXT POST for STATE TOURNEYS + REGIONALS RANKINGS!
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STATE TOURNEY SKEDS:
04/22 & 23 - ME States (Paul Saija to host in Presque Isle) -- DONE
04/30 - CT States (John Michaliszyn to host in Danbury) -- DONE
05/06-07 - NY States (Jon Greeson to host in Little Genesee) -- DONE
05/21 - MA States (John Michaliszyn to host in Lynnfield) -- DONE
07/08-09 - NJ States (Cactus Game Design to host at DexCon 14, Morristown)
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NORTH EAST REGIONALS RANKINGS:
*** Data available for Saturday events only. Friday events to be supplied by Shawn, brad, or Marti.
Type 1 2Player:
Randall Koutnik
Justin Sangillo
Brandon Wilson
Type 2 2Player:
Jonathan Greeson
John Michaliszyn
Ginger Dimaggio
Type 1 Multiplayer:
Randall Koutnik
Alex Olijar
Daniel Melee
Booster Draft:
Jason Dailey
David Loukides
Nicholas Ciardi
Peace and Blessings!
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We are so excited to host Regionals this year! :) If you have any questions or comments, just hit one of us up and someone should be able to answer!
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We are so excited to host Regionals this year! :) If you have any questions or comments, just hit one of us up and someone should be able to answer!
I would like to echo my excitement. I can't wait to see you all here. :)
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We are so excited to host Regionals this year! :) If you have any questions or comments, just hit one of us up and someone should be able to answer!
I would like to echo my excitement. I can't wait to see you all here. :)
For the first time I only have to travel 40 minutes for regionals and i can bring some food for saturday if you want
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I might take you up on that offer. I need to hash out the food details, amongst other things.
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We can talk st the next tourney
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Please Reserve these 2 dates. April 30th will be the CT State Championships @ Morningstar in Danbury CT AND May 21 for the MA State Championship @ CCC in Lynnfield MA
Sadly, I won't be able to join you in CT, but MA sounds good!
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SWEET! I had such a great time with you guys, and now I'll have to make another trip down for regionals!! I'll let Jon know and see if more than 2 ppl can represent the Southern PA area!!
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SWEET! I had such a great time with you guys, and now I'll have to make another trip down for regionals!! I'll let Jon know and see if more than 2 ppl can represent the Southern PA area!!
Nice...
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STATE TOURNEY SKEDS:
??/?? - NY States (Jon Greeson to host in ??)
Unofficially, it'll be May 6/7, at his church in Little Genesee. Also: does John M.'s Creation blowout deserve some recognition?
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STATE TOURNEY SKEDS:
??/?? - NY States (Jon Greeson to host in ??)
Unofficially, it'll be May 6/7, at his church in Little Genesee. Also: does John M.'s Creation blowout deserve some recognition?
The above quote is correct. I'm just waiting for Rob to make it official on the website...all paperwork has been turned in and money sent. Please, save May 6/7 and come visit/join me for NY States!
EDIT: The New York State tournament dates are now official! :police:
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Hope you guys have a good time at regionals! Probably won't make it down between work and a 15 month old. God Bless.
Have to let someone else take home second in type one-multi this year.
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Is nothing really happening in PA for states? This is a sad, sad thing (I haven't made it for the past few years cause MD is closer)
If something doesn't come to pass... idk. Maybe I'll be ambitious. :)
~Marti
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No one for PA? Hmmm.... This could get interesting.
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No one for PA? Hmmm.... This could get interesting.
Do we need to bring some mountain dew for you....lol
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I'll take it!
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Lol I'll bringa 12 pack for yas
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But really, is someone needed to host PA states?
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That's sad because I am crazy close to PA too. :'( So close that I can look out my back window at it, and most of my playgroup lives in PA.
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I'd love to host PA states, problem is I never hosted a tournament EVER!!!! lol
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If anyone can actually help with the hosting duties. We could have it at my church in Mifflinburg, PA (45 minutes north of Harrisburg). If anyone can set that up, please PM me ASAP.
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I would really like to know when you guys will finalize the date, because if it is memorial day weekend, I might bring between 5 to 15 people to play. Please post back here when it is official. Thanks!!!!
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This should be updated with final dates and such later today.
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MAy 27-28 is the official date. Just waiting on Cactus will post more details on here later tonight.
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hey all id like to attend regs this year but need help with transit issues i can look into amtrak as far as baltimore or aberdeen if its closer looks like it is but then need to get from there to joppa etc hopefully somebody can help me
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From the Tourney site:
North East Regional Tournament.. Host: Shawn Capron, korunks@gmail.com. Mapleview Baptist Church, 1600 Singer Road, Joppa, MD 21085. $10.00 entry fee then Type: Closed Deck - 2 Player ($12.00), Type 1 - 2 Player (free), Type 2 - 2 Player (free), Type 1 - Multi-Player (free), Type 2 - Multi-player (free), Type 1 - Teams (free), and Booster Draft ($17.00). Starts: 5:00pm Friday and 8:00a.m. Saturday.
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I just sent an important E-mail blast to the Region requesting transport and lodging pool efforts. Per Shawn, just one group alone plans to travel to MD from VA with around 20 players. Thus, all the more we must make every effort to inform Shawn if you are planning to crash at the church on Friday night.
Shawn has also confirmed his 'okay' for tents to be pitched on church grounds. This year might boast an all-time attendance record! Keep it up, North East Region!
Please PM or E-mail me if you wish to be included in the region's E-mail exchange, if you are not yet in.
Peace and blessings!
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It may be just me, but I'm trying to talk two people into going with me. If it is just me, then I hope to crash at the church. If I bring people, then I plan to get a room. Right now, I'm trying to get past NY states before making travel plans to Regionals.
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It may be just me, but I'm trying to talk two people into going with me. If it is just me, then I hope to crash at the church. If I bring people, then I plan to get a room. Right now, I'm trying to get past NY states before making travel plans to Regionals.
If it's just you, I'm not sure how you would go, but maybe I can meet you somewhere and then split gas if I am able to go.
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Can not wait! I have my new deck started. Any news on the PA tourney? Marti you should host it!!!
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A couple of updates. One, if you are planning on staying at the church for lodging, PM me. While Shawn's church is good size, we will not be able to have space for ALL participants to sleep comfortably.
Two, I will have singles available for sale, all sales from the weekend will contribute to my monthly goal and potential winner for a set of regional promos. I will also have Disciples, TEP, and other packs for sale as well.
Three, I will be running a special for those of you coming to regionals who would be willing to trade away your Goliath promo for $50.00 worth of my opened stock (some exclusions apply, PM for details).
Can't wait to see everyone in three weeks!
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Crazy deal brad. And i am going to be staying that night
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FYI, I have updated the initial thread with a link to book rooms at Super 8. We encourage the hotel crashers to use this lodging so that we can enjoy some fellowship when we are free after the tourney.
Blessings!
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I notice on page 1 that three events are being run at the same time. Not to stir the pot so close to tournament time, but I'm wondering if T2 Multi can be played after the TEAMS event is done. If not, then I know what I will play, but if it is possible then bonus!
Also, I have two general questions. My son, who is 8 is likely coming (I don't think they have taken the day away for makeup snow days), and his reading is a bit slow for the more complicated cards. I try to prep him as much as possible.
1) What starters are planned for the sealed deck?
2) Can I help my son prep his deck after he picks his 3 packs?
I can't wait until tournament time!
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I notice on page 1 that three events are being run at the same time. Not to stir the pot so close to tournament time, but I'm wondering if T2 Multi can be played after the TEAMS event is done. If not, then I know what I will play, but if it is possible then bonus!
Unfortunately I do not think we can break out the T2 Multiplayer category. We are already going to finish around 9, moving a long running category like T2 Multi to start at 9 gives us an unsatisfactory end time, especially considering the 8am start time for Saturday's events.
Also, I have two general questions. My son, who is 8 is likely coming (I don't think they have taken the day away for makeup snow days), and his reading is a bit slow for the more complicated cards. I try to prep him as much as possible.
1) What starters are planned for the sealed deck?
2) Can I help my son prep his deck after he picks his 3 packs?
For these questions:
1) The starters are gong to be G/H.
2) I am sorry but the answer is no. If this were a local or a district it would be different. Also we have several other children close to his age who play and build there own decks for that category. It would allow an unfair advantage for him over them, especially since they also have players that would desire to help them build their decks if allowed.
I can't wait until tournament time!
I can't wait to meet you. It's getting so close! :)
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Thanks for you your prompt reply!
I figured you couldn't split with the lateness of the request, but it was worth a shot. :)
As for my son, I understand...again it was worth asking. I may have him and his mom pair in TEAMS then.
With a lot of young ones there, will there be a Type A category? Or should he plan to play in the T1 categories?
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Funny thing is I have saturday off, but I don't think I will make it down as it was hard enough traveling two hours to NY states with my daughter last weekend.
God Bless. Hope you guys all have fun wish I could be there for sealed and t1-mulit!
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I know it is an official tournament and all, but I think soul seeker should be able to help his son. (or at least ask everyone who will be playing) I am 27 years old and I will be playing in closed deck that night, so I think it would help level the playing feild. The point is for them to have fun and grow in their knowledge of the bible. How are we encouraging them if all we do is beat them, especially if there is no type A (I do not know if their is type A or not...) I do not want to berate anyone, I am just concern for those who are younger and would have just started playing.
Jason
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I know it is an official tournament and all, but I think soul seeker should be able to help his son. (or at least ask everyone who will be playing) I am 27 years old and I will be playing in closed deck that night, so I think it would help level the playing feild. The point is for them to have fun and grow in their knowledge of the bible. How are we encouraging them if all we do is beat them, especially if there is no type A (I do not know if their is type A or not...) I do not want to berate anyone, I am just concern for those who are younger and would have just started playing.
Jason
While I appreciate your input I am firm in my decision. If I allowed him to help his son, why can't I help my little brother who is also planning on competing? And if we help them how is that fair to the other children his age who have no one to help them? What if a new player comes from somewhere else, and has no one to help them? Should they stand even less of a chance because they don't have assitance for their deck construction? How would that be fair? I understand that the game is for the purpose of fun and fellowship but we also have to recognize that some players have been honing there skill in that particular category all year for the purpose of doing well at regionals and to stack the playing field against them could potentially destroy as much fun and fellowship, if not more. I too am concerned for the new players, but I believe we need to be fair. I prayed about my decision before speaking to the hosting team(not just myself) and this is the decision we were led too. I am sorry if you do not agree with it.
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It is not that I diagree with it, I just thought there might be a better way. I am an educator by career choice, and I see many scenes of unfairness to smaller children, especially from older or more expierenced ones. I do not see any way around the situation and I trust in the wisdom you have been given, and that you made your decision with. I do not want to sound negative or hostile, just concerned.
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I really hope I did not upset you, I just wanted to share my concerns. What you said really made me think and realize that you had not made the decision lightly, and I never thought you did. I want the best for all the players and see the kingdom increase for any reason, not just redemption. I am sorry if I oofended you.
Sincerely Jason
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Oh no need for concern, I am not offended. I appreciate the feedback. :) I apologize if I seemed overly harsh in my response, it wasn't my intention. I don't like seeing young people get there feelings hurt either but in competitive environments that can be very difficult to do. I just hope that the older players are as gracious and kind as they can be. This is still just a game in the end.
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Count me in! All I have left to do is work with John M. to hop in a carpool. But he barely ever seems to even get my emails... I can understand busy, but...
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I am tentatively trying to make it there, and am in talks with John M. about a ride. If that doesn't work out, is there anyone who might be swing by Mifflinburg (45 minutes north of Harrisburg) to pick me up? I'm low on cash, so I'm trying to avoid spending anything (beyond what it would take for someone to go out of their way to get me) on gas.
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Cronic: I'll be coming from Oneonta, NY, and travelling right past Harrisburg. Mifflinburg looks out of my way, but doable. Gas money would be helpful, but I also insist that people travelling with me bring a good story to share.
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It would be nice to get to know you better; you're going to Creation, yes?
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Yes, that too. I'll be helping John M. with his booth.
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Less than a week away. I'm so excited, but I just hope my new cards make it in time! lol
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Just checking in, anyone else planning on staying at the church who hasn't told me?
I asked for 2 spots...I would like to add a 3rd (2 males, 1 female...I forget which I told you) :)
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Heads up for everyone coming to NE Regionals on getting product at the tournament:
Brad (TechnoEthicist) is our official single card seller and will have a table set up at the tournament.
Roy is bringing packs, his carrying cases, and other miscellaneous items (including sleeves for closed events.
Please support these guys as they play a huge role in making Regionals what it will be this year! :)
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I am planning on crashing at the church, and am male. Will anyone be accepting Redemption cash at all (either for the tournament itself or just for packs)?
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I know that Rob isn't accepting them, but it would help me out tremendously if you did accept it for tournament fees. Obviously though, I understand if that's not an option.
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Sorry for the double post. Is anyone looking for a TEAMS partner on Friday night?
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We can try and find you one.
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I am sorry I am unable to take Redemption Cash for Tournament fees.
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Hey I know I am posting this really late, but is it to late to sign up to stay at the church on friday night?
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So excited aboot tomorrow...oh man...lol
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*has yet to build deck*
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*has yet to build deck*
might want to get on that!!! LOL
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Hey guys, this is far from an official announcement, but please pray for the tournament tomorrow, as well as people travelling. The area is getting hit pretty hard by a storm.
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No storm yet, just some T-storm warnings for tomorrow. But we should all pray for safe travel, and for the tournament as well.
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I'll be bringing two other Raiders and Apathy with me. However, we might be late (seven hours on the road, plus some).
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I want to say thank you to Shaun, Marti, Brad, the check in helpers, our judges, and everyone else that contributed to this wonderful regional tournament. Also thank the lovely ladies for making us competitors food. This was a success in my book!! I hope to see the local crowd at States, and to see the rest of you at Creation.
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the tourney was so awesome. so glad everyone could make it especially those traveling from further away! thanks to everyone in hosting/judgeing/helping and all the awesome players for making the north east Reginals in MD awesomeness personified to the 100th power!
p.s. did i mention Awesome!?
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I'm sure at least 20 of those 100 are due to Rita's Water Ice!
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I'm glad everyone enjoyed the Ritas ^_^