How Does It Work?

For this event we’re tracking two different statistics.

Firstly, how many games are reported for each Guild. This is the most important of the two, as it determines the order in which the Guilds will make their selections at the end of the event. The Guild with the highest amount of reported games overall make their draft before any of their rivals, followed by the second highest, then third, and so on.

Secondly, we’re tracking the level of popularity of each new player for each Guild. At the end of the event player popularity will decide who each Guild recruits, when their turn at the draft comes. For example, if Knuckles is the most popular player at the Butcher’s Guild, and he’s still available when they make their draft, they’ll recruit him.

Now, doubtless the eagle-eyed amongst you spotted an interesting phrase there – if he’s still available. The lower down the draft your Guild is, the more likely it will be your most popular choice has already been taken. If that happens, your Guild will draft their next most popular choice, dropping down in popularity order until a player is available.

For example, let’s assume the Butcher’s Guild have reported the most games overall, and therefore have the first pick in the draft. Their most popular player is Knuckles, who now joins their team. The Guild with the next highest amount of reported games is the Fisherman’s Guild. Their most popular player is also Knuckles – but unfortunately enough, Knuckles has already been drafted. The Fisherman’s Guild will have to settle for their second most popular player instead.

We’re sure you guys are already thinking on the best tactic to get your number one choice – so, we’ll give you a couple of little hints.

First up, talk with the other coaches in your Guild. If you guys report games for every new player then you’ll quickly find yourself disappointed when someone unexpected turns out to be the most popular.

Secondly, try to find out which players your rivals are pursuing. If you really want a player but rival Guilds are putting up stiff competition, it might be best to change to an alternative… or, make sure that everyone who reports games for your Guild is united behind the choice.

Third, have a back-up choice, and report some games for them. If you don’t get your most popular player, you’ll need to make sure the alternative is the right one for your team, and isn’t left in fate’s fickle hands

Lastly, engage the Minor Guild and Union coaches in your area to vote for your choice. The Union won’t be able to recruit a new player in this event, but they can still report games like everyone else. We’re sure they’ll be more than happy to support you… for a price.