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Bugman103192 · Nov 07, 2008, 09:26 PM // 21:26

Ok- im new to the whole predictions thing. Is there a way to determine who i should pick to maximize my zkeys. I dont watch pvp. Im just doing this to get zkeys for my Zrank. Also what does the whole Q.P. mean?

phan · Nov 07, 2008, 09:29 PM // 21:29

So your saying ?

I'm to lazy to think of predictions myself ; give me them pls
I'll help you with the QP though , it means qualifier point(s) you need them to enter tournies etc ..

Bugman103192 · Nov 07, 2008, 09:45 PM // 21:45

No- im asking how it works now to give me them- Like is there a way to determine who i should pick

*Darcy* · Nov 07, 2008, 09:50 PM // 21:50

You can check the Gladiator Arena section every month. Someone usually starts prediction threads in Guild Battle and Hero vs Hero Battle subforums.

You can usually check the Guild Ladder on guildwars.com (under Competitive) and list the top guilds. If any show up in the selection list for predictions, pick them.

1v1 is harder as the players tend to change their names every month. If you are not in the know, then it's just throwing darts.

Bugman103192 · Nov 07, 2008, 10:08 PM // 22:08

Couple more questions:
What is a decent amount of Zkeys to get a month
How long have you been doing predictions?

Luminarus · Nov 07, 2008, 10:12 PM // 22:12

GVG is usually smurfs of top guilds like rawr now, so check gladiator arena to find out who their smurfs are and guess them.

Bugman103192 · Nov 07, 2008, 10:41 PM // 22:41

Smurfs?
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The Arching Healer · Nov 07, 2008, 10:51 PM // 22:51

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Originally Posted by Bugman103192

Smurfs?
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http://wiki.guildwars.com/wiki/Main_Page

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jiggles · Nov 08, 2008, 12:32 AM // 00:32

a smurf is when a high ranked guild make another guild to play gvg's with and not be bothered about losing rating.

Jensy · Nov 08, 2008, 02:06 AM // 02:06

Take a look at Obs (press B when in town/outpost/guild hall). See which teams are playing.

Closer to prediction time, there are generally threads made in the Gvg form, with ideas on who to predict.

A Smurf is generally a high-ranked team that has created an alternate guild. Reasons for 'smurfing' range from not wanting to lose rating on their current high-ranked team, to simply wanting to *play*.

QP are qualifier points. Teams that play in daily GvG matches are awarded QPs for competing. You need at least 20 QPs to compete in the Monthly Tournament. Higher amounts of QPs don't necessarily determine how well a guild will do, it just shows you who's been playing the most. (Granted, those practicing a lot will generally tend to do better).

Lyynyyrd · Nov 08, 2008, 02:16 AM // 02:16

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Originally Posted by jiggles

a smurf is when a high ranked guild make another guild to play gvg's with and not be bothered about losing rating.

So they can win gold capes and sell them to people like White Wasabi for 198603950 Ecto.

Bugman103192 · Nov 08, 2008, 05:45 AM // 05:45

OK- so i should be watching in gladiators arena the last week of the month to get some help on who to predict.?

Luminarus · Nov 08, 2008, 06:08 AM // 06:08

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Originally Posted by Lyynyyrd

So they can win gold capes and sell them to people like White Wasabi for 198603950 Ecto.

Dont think hell know bout white wasabi, from the sound of the thread. In 2 words: Gold Buyers.

*Darcy* · Nov 08, 2008, 11:17 AM // 11:17

You get five points (equal one key) just for participating each month. How many total depends on your knowledge and your luck.

People who follow the GvG and/or Hero matches and spend time watching in Observer Mode, have the knowledge base to win more points. People who have a lack of interest in PvP tend to win less.

As with most things, the more effort you put into it, the more reward you will get.

Bugman103192 · Nov 09, 2008, 09:38 PM // 21:38

Ok Thanks Yall. And FYI i do know White Wasabi- i see her in Kamadan a lot

Nov 07, 2008, 09:26 PM // 21:26	#1
Bugman103192 Academy Page Join Date: Dec 2007 Guild: LITH Profession: Mo/	Tournament House- Getting Zkeys Ok- im new to the whole predictions thing. Is there a way to determine who i should pick to maximize my zkeys. I dont watch pvp. Im just doing this to get zkeys for my Zrank. Also what does the whole Q.P. mean?

Nov 07, 2008, 09:50 PM // 21:50	#4
Darcy Never Too Old Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Rhode Island where there are no GW contests Guild: Order of First Profession: W/R	You can check the Gladiator Arena section every month. Someone usually starts prediction threads in Guild Battle and Hero vs Hero Battle subforums. You can usually check the Guild Ladder on guildwars.com (under Competitive) and list the top guilds. If any show up in the selection list for predictions, pick them. 1v1 is harder as the players tend to change their names every month. If you are not in the know, then it's just throwing darts. __________________ That's me, the old stick-in-the-mud non-fun moderator. (and non-understanding, also)

Nov 08, 2008, 11:17 AM // 11:17	#14
Darcy Never Too Old Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Rhode Island where there are no GW contests Guild: Order of First Profession: W/R	You get five points (equal one key) just for participating each month. How many total depends on your knowledge and your luck. People who follow the GvG and/or Hero matches and spend time watching in Observer Mode, have the knowledge base to win more points. People who have a lack of interest in PvP tend to win less. As with most things, the more effort you put into it, the more reward you will get. __________________ That's me, the old stick-in-the-mud non-fun moderator. (and non-understanding, also)

Nov 07, 2008, 09:29 PM // 21:29	#2
phan Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Nov 2006 Guild: phantasmagoria	So your saying ? I'm to lazy to think of predictions myself ; give me them pls I'll help you with the QP though , it means qualifier point(s) you need them to enter tournies etc ..

Nov 07, 2008, 09:45 PM // 21:45	#3
Bugman103192 Academy Page Join Date: Dec 2007 Guild: LITH Profession: Mo/	No- im asking how it works now to give me them- Like is there a way to determine who i should pick

Nov 07, 2008, 10:08 PM // 22:08	#5
Bugman103192 Academy Page Join Date: Dec 2007 Guild: LITH Profession: Mo/	Couple more questions: What is a decent amount of Zkeys to get a month How long have you been doing predictions?

Nov 07, 2008, 10:12 PM // 22:12	#6
Luminarus Furnace Stoker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia Guild: Haze of Light [pure] Profession: R/	GVG is usually smurfs of top guilds like rawr now, so check gladiator arena to find out who their smurfs are and guess them.

Nov 07, 2008, 10:41 PM // 22:41	#7
Bugman103192 Academy Page Join Date: Dec 2007 Guild: LITH Profession: Mo/	Smurfs? 12 characters

Nov 08, 2008, 12:32 AM // 00:32	#9
jiggles Desert Nomad Join Date: Sep 2007 Profession: N/	a smurf is when a high ranked guild make another guild to play gvg's with and not be bothered about losing rating.

Nov 08, 2008, 02:06 AM // 02:06	#10
Jensy Site Contributor Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Guild: Blinkie Ponie Armie [bpa] Profession: N/Mo	Take a look at Obs (press B when in town/outpost/guild hall). See which teams are playing. Closer to prediction time, there are generally threads made in the Gvg form, with ideas on who to predict. A Smurf is generally a high-ranked team that has created an alternate guild. Reasons for 'smurfing' range from not wanting to lose rating on their current high-ranked team, to simply wanting to play. QP are qualifier points. Teams that play in daily GvG matches are awarded QPs for competing. You need at least 20 QPs to compete in the Monthly Tournament. Higher amounts of QPs don't necessarily determine how well a guild will do, it just shows you who's been playing the most. (Granted, those practicing a lot will generally tend to do better).

Nov 08, 2008, 05:45 AM // 05:45	#12
Bugman103192 Academy Page Join Date: Dec 2007 Guild: LITH Profession: Mo/	OK- so i should be watching in gladiators arena the last week of the month to get some help on who to predict.?

Nov 09, 2008, 09:38 PM // 21:38	#15
Bugman103192 Academy Page Join Date: Dec 2007 Guild: LITH Profession: Mo/	Ok Thanks Yall. And FYI i do know White Wasabi- i see her in Kamadan a lot