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Post by Deleted on Jan 6, 2021 5:12:25 GMT -6
Hello everyone, I'm delighted to announce a brand new addition to the FCBA: Survival of the Fittest.
This competition is unlike anything our beloved celebrities have faced before and will strain the skills of veterans, title winners and anyone who dares to participate. Prepare yourselves and good luck, you'll need it.
Q: So what exactly is "Survival of the Fittest"?
A: Survival of the Fittest or SOF is the newest side-event within the confines of the FCBA mixing the rules of various martial arts.
Q: What exactly are the rules to SOF matches?
A: Much like MMA, punches and kicks above and below the waist are allowed. However dirty fighting moves like hair pulling, biting, scratching, poking in the eye, jumping from the ropes and throwing opponents outside of the ring are banned. Unlike MMA, pinning or throwing a fighter to the mat is not allowed. Here's where it gets interesting. While a referee is present, the winner is decided either when an opponent taps out of verbally quits.
Q: How many rounds are there and how long is each round?
A: Each round lasts 5 minutes with breaks of 2 minutes between the rounds. If a fighter doesn't tap out or quit after the 10th round, the fight will either end as a draw or the winner will be decided via unanimous decision.
Q: Wouldn't a fight this long cause serious injuries?
A: The fighters will be wearing custom made protective gear made specifically for this sort of event. Aside from a mouth-piece and gloves, additional knee pads, elbow pads and protective footwear will be provided, minimizing the risk of injury.
Q: Who will be able to participate in SOF and when can we expect the opening fight?
A: At the moment we are only in the early stages of development and there are yet to be any scheduled matchups. However, we are planning to have the opening fight take place around late January or early February. As for participants, any fighter of any weight category, age and experience will be able to participate, there are no restrictions as to who can and cannot fight in SOF.
This will be it for now but I will make another update soon, explaining the full rules in detail. If you have any questions, tips and suggestions, ask away.
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Post by The Dollhouse on Jan 6, 2021 5:43:40 GMT -6
Sounds very interesting!
So what happens if a fighter gets knocked out?
Is fighting on the ground allowed or is it only stand-up fighting?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 6, 2021 9:38:55 GMT -6
Sounds very interesting! So what happens if a fighter gets knocked out? Is fighting on the ground allowed or is it only stand-up fighting? If a fighter is knocked unconscious due to a legal punch or kick they lose the fight but if they're knocked out by illegal means like a headbutt the offender is disqualified. If a fighter gets knocked down and can't get up or gets up but the referee deems they're not able to fight, they lose. Fighting on the ground in not allowed, only stand-up. If a fighter is knocked to the ground via punch or kick, they simply get up and the fight goes on. However, is a fighter pushes and or pulls their opponent to the ground they get a warning or a disqualification depending on the severity of their action. Repeated offences of warnings result in a disqualification. Thanks for pointing out the inconsistencies. This is just an announcement post serving as a rough Q&A and in the next few days there will be full, fully detailed post going over the rules, ring, scoring system, leader-boards etc... |
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Post by The Dollhouse on Jan 6, 2021 10:59:40 GMT -6
Thanks! In that case I'm not sure I understand when this will come up: "the winner is decided either when an opponent taps out or verbally quits." It sounds like most fights would just end like normal boxing fights, with a KO/TKO/decision. Since ground fighting is not allowed, at what point is anyone going to tap out or quit? you can also quit in boxing but it never happens. Anyway, I can wait for the full rules to be posted  Just something to think about. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 6, 2021 12:32:48 GMT -6
Thanks! In that case I'm not sure I understand when this will come up: "the winner is decided either when an opponent taps out or verbally quits." It sounds like most fights would just end like normal boxing fights, with a KO/TKO/decision. Since ground fighting is not allowed, at what point is anyone going to tap out or quit? you can also quit in boxing but it never happens. Anyway, I can wait for the full rules to be posted Just something to think about. I will admit, it is a bit unclear and sounded a lot better in my head. The idea was if a fighter is knocked down they can tap out if they don't want to continue the fight. Now that I think about it, it makes no sense when KO/TKO decisions and verbally is on the table and will be a lot more common. I'm writing down any criticism and or unclear information which will help me make the final rules more adequate so this info is really appreciated. |
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Post by Vassago on Jan 6, 2021 12:38:33 GMT -6
Guess this event should be sponsored by Women's Health? We're probably gonna hear from Vanessa Hudgens about this soon BUT let us say Nina Dobrev is interested in taking part too!   |
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Post by The Dollhouse on Jan 6, 2021 13:49:43 GMT -6
Thanks! In that case I'm not sure I understand when this will come up: "the winner is decided either when an opponent taps out or verbally quits." It sounds like most fights would just end like normal boxing fights, with a KO/TKO/decision. Since ground fighting is not allowed, at what point is anyone going to tap out or quit? you can also quit in boxing but it never happens. Anyway, I can wait for the full rules to be posted Just something to think about. I will admit, it is a bit unclear and sounded a lot better in my head. The idea was if a fighter is knocked down they can tap out if they don't want to continue the fight. Now that I think about it, it makes no sense when KO/TKO decisions and verbally is on the table and will be a lot more common. I'm writing down any criticism and or unclear information which will help me make the final rules more adequate so this info is really appreciated. Verbally also won't make sense. Why would anyone quit verbally when on the ground (unless they can be forced to with something like a submission move)? no one quits verbally in regular boxing even though they can do it there just as well. There needs to be an incentive to do it, something like KO/TKO's not ending the fight, but that may be going a bit too extreme. So I dunno... |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 6, 2021 14:04:08 GMT -6
I will admit, it is a bit unclear and sounded a lot better in my head. The idea was if a fighter is knocked down they can tap out if they don't want to continue the fight. Now that I think about it, it makes no sense when KO/TKO decisions and verbally is on the table and will be a lot more common. I'm writing down any criticism and or unclear information which will help me make the final rules more adequate so this info is really appreciated. Verbally also won't make sense. Why would anyone quit verbally when on the ground (unless they can be forced to with something like a submission move)? no one quits verbally in regular boxing even though they can do it there just as well. There needs to be an incentive to do it, something like KO/TKO's not ending the fight, but that may be going a bit too extreme. So I dunno... I might just be overthinking this way to much. Sticking to KO/TKO is probably the best option. Having special "I quit" matches like the WWE sometimes has would be a good way to implement the verbally quiting rule. Otherwise, I think just sticking to regular knockouts seems to make the most sense. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 6, 2021 14:06:39 GMT -6
Guess this event should be sponsored by Women's Health? We're probably gonna hear from Vanessa Hudgens about this soon BUT let us say Nina Dobrev is interested in taking part too! We would LOVE to have Vanessa and Nina participate, I will definitely keep this in mind. As for having a Women's Health sponsorship, I am very much on board. |
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Post by The Dollhouse on Jan 6, 2021 14:17:58 GMT -6
Our girls would definitely participate as well. But we do like the verbally\tapping out option....just can't think of a way to make it make sense without submission moves.
I'll PM you if I have some ideas in the next 24 hours.
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Post by girlsfriday on Jan 6, 2021 15:41:43 GMT -6
Ok so if I am reading this idea correct it is basically like in the UFC games the "stand and bang" mode, where it is purely a striking fight and if someone goes down the game normally has them get up or they obviously are out cold. Just on the rules if you want to simplify the idea I guess you could put it is: *Fights are scheduled for ten rounds of five minutes, two minute breaks between rounds* *legal strikes consist of punches and kicks that land from head to waistband, lower thigh to opponents shin, anything around the trunks is a low blow, so if you punch or kick someone in the hips it's as illegal as a kick between the legs to keep it simple* *Repeated rabbit punches (punches to back of head) kidney blows will result in first a warning, then points deductions and finally disqualification* *Low blows and headbutts can be a warning if referee deems accidental, anything dubbed intentional in these veins ends the match in a disqualification* *Fights can end by knockout, TKO that includes (corner stoppage, referee stoppage that can include a fighter deemed to turn their back on their opponent or verbally quitting) doctor stoppage by injury (cuts basically as broken bones are not allowed in normal boxing fights here)* *If fight goes the distance then it is up to three judges that decide on aggression, skill and knockdowns* For attire the best solution I can suggest is modelled by the Lioness Club fighter Ewelina Lisowska:  So boxing gloves that can be 8oz or 10oz's, kick pads and of course gumshield and a waist guard with a cup. Hope I've helped with this as I think this is what your idea is right?, if not well I tried  i'd personally go five rounds myself of five minutes just as a suggestion so the fights don't feel that long, though obviously could just use highlights for each round write up. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 6, 2021 16:43:54 GMT -6
Ok so if I am reading this idea correct it is basically like in the UFC games the "stand and bang" mode, where it is purely a striking fight and if someone goes down the game normally has them get up or they obviously are out cold. Just on the rules if you want to simplify the idea I guess you could put it is: *Fights are scheduled for ten rounds of five minutes, two minute breaks between rounds* *legal strikes consist of punches and kicks that land from head to waistband, lower thigh to opponents shin, anything around the trunks is a low blow, so if you punch or kick someone in the hips it's as illegal as a kick between the legs to keep it simple* *Repeated rabbit punches (punches to back of head) kidney blows will result in first a warning, then points deductions and finally disqualification* *Low blows and headbutts can be a warning if referee deems accidental, anything dubbed intentional in these veins ends the match in a disqualification* *Fights can end by knockout, TKO that includes (corner stoppage, referee stoppage that can include a fighter deemed to turn their back on their opponent or verbally quitting) doctor stoppage by injury (cuts basically as broken bones are not allowed in normal boxing fights here)* *If fight goes the distance then it is up to three judges that decide on aggression, skill and knockdowns* For attire the best solution I can suggest is modelled by the Lioness Club fighter Ewelina Lisowska: So boxing gloves that can be 8oz or 10oz's, kick pads and of course gumshield and a waist guard with a cup. Hope I've helped with this as I think this is what your idea is right?, if not well I tried i'd personally go five rounds myself of five minutes just as a suggestion so the fights don't feel that long, though obviously could just use highlights for each round write up. About 70% of what you mentioned I had in mind and I'm glad that someone can confirm what I'm thinking. When it comes to attire I have something else in mind and will describe it in my follow-up post. Aside from that, the punching/kicking rules are pretty much spot on with only a few tweaks. Thank you very much for the input, I really appreciate it. |
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Post by girlsfriday on Jan 6, 2021 18:14:52 GMT -6
No worries Emilia, glad I could help a little and can't wait to see your final idea |
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Post by Vassago on Jan 6, 2021 20:17:47 GMT -6
Simguy featured verbal submissions and injuries in his fights. And all those "she quit on her stool" finishes that have largely been phased out though Mr. V is tempted to feature them from time to time (but probably in strictly free agent fights not to irk the managers). I don't expect some of the newer members to be familiar with simguy's line of work but here are some juicy takes:
and two of my personal favorites:
The fight that Jennifer O'Dell doesn't want to talk about? But Jenny McCarthy most certainly does! |
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Post by sceej on Jan 6, 2021 20:59:19 GMT -6
On the issue of "quit on her stool" - I think it SHOULD have a place in the FCBA but can understand it's tricky to that against a managed opponent. I'd propose that the writer contact the manager and ask permission for quit on stool - if the opposing manager declines - does not want his girl to look like a quitter, then I think the writer should have free rein to employ "the corner throws in the towel" to save loser from more punishment and losing management has no say in it - one man's opinion.
I've had Scrubby McGee throw in the towel when Palicki was taking too many shots and the unseemly site of Gena Lee Nolin TRYING to throw in the towel and Jenny McCarthy trying to wrestle it out of her hands!
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Post by jennymccarthy on Jan 6, 2021 21:08:43 GMT -6
"The fight that Jennifer O'Dell doesn't want to talk about? But Jenny McCarthy most certainly does!" Love it! The first of the St. Paddy's Day bar brawls! And while we get along (mostly) at the Asylum broadcasts, I think JOD STILL carries a bit of a grudge!
Cheers Vassago!!! At the next bar brawl I want you to sit at my personal table as a VIP guest!
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Post by Vassago on Jan 7, 2021 5:18:21 GMT -6
Yes, Ireland (and Chicago for that matter) is notoriously popular among Polish people so I have no doubt Mr. V and Jenny channeling her roots will get along just fine! |
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Post by gbs on Jan 7, 2021 12:07:39 GMT -6
Wow.
Love the picture of Nina and the created ones.
How would the results come out?
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Just something to think about.
i'd personally go five rounds myself of five minutes just as a suggestion so the fights don't feel that long, though obviously could just use highlights for each round write up. 
