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Massive Coiler · 06-21-2023, 08:41 PM

Creative Task - Written

The drunken lunatics bring an energy to the rink like no other crowd could possible imagine. It's up to us, as players, to harvest that liquor filled air and turn it into a supreme performance on the ice. There's almost more pressure to win as well, seeing as these mutants are likely to lose their minds and hurl their drinks, among whatever else is on their person, onto the ice at us. Probably the worst security in the league there too, so that won't provide much help. I wouldn't jump into the crowd to celebrate a goal, that would stay the same as a normal rink. However, I'd surely jump up and bang on the glass in the event of a win, especially on a weekend game. Really rile them up and get them pumped up enough to buy a ticket to another game. I find that for the most part, you also get hassled a little more by fans, on account of the previously mentioned drinking.

**SFresh3** · 06-21-2023, 10:42 PM

Creative/Story Prompt:

Double bird for all of the haters.
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*leviadan* · 06-21-2023, 11:41 PM

I think Burlok would feel pretty nostalgic for his SMJHL days if he were to play in a college arena. He's been on the big stage for fifteen or so seasons now, so to get in close with the fans again with a smaller atmosphere would probably be a lot of fun. As he's aged I think he has thought more about the guys he played with so long ago in Detroit, even some of the guys he played with in his first couple of seasons in Texas, and wished he'd done a better job staying in touch. Playing in a smaller arena again where you enter through the same doors as the fans do, where you share a space with all the arena staff, being somewhere like that again might be a bit of a push to text some of the old guys and see how they're holding up. Maybe he'd have some of his retired friends like Zoltan Topalo, Zakkira Diporov, Joseph Fantobems, Edward Williams, or A Jobin come to watch a game. He'd like to lord it over them that he's the only one still lacing them up, but it would also be a lot of fun to just sit down and have a talk after the game.

***MikeLiut*** · 06-22-2023, 12:27 AM

PBE affiliate

*mystick* · 06-22-2023, 02:27 AM

Lester Oiduser never played college hockey, just not smart enough. So being able to suit up and get that same atmosphere, just for one season anyway, would be great. Probably a younger, drunker crowd which can make things more exciting. Plus as a rookie I can pretend to be in college to pick up those puck bunnies on off days and after big wins. I am basically the same age as them, right? I also think it comes with a free transit pass, so that is pretty awesome. You know, talking about how good this could be is making me wonder if I should sabotage the construction to make it take longer... but I guess only have a quarter of the home fans other teams have could be a bit of a downer after a season. I will make the best of the situation either way. I also am a big supporter of union workers, so knowing they got the job and will do it properly is great.

By-Tor · 06-22-2023, 08:08 AM

Having the opportunity to play in a college arena for home games is an absolute thrill. While exciting, it's not what we are used to. But it's a challenge we embrace, pushing ourselves to perform at our best and showcase our skills on a smaller stage. The fans seem to be more connected to the play, you can smell the popcorn in the air and there are chants forming that I didn't know could exist. While the locker rooms and facilities are smaller than we are used to, we are appreciative of the experience we are having and await our grander, more awesome facilities at the new arena under construction. Post game celebrations are better, too. As you leave the arena, there are more fans waiting in the wings for autographs and a chance to interact with the players. There's less places to hide. Overall, it's a great experience that I would recommend to any hockey player go through at least once in their career. I love it.

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Sizz · 06-22-2023, 08:34 AM

The Max Carnage Face of War: This is the nightmare that all players have after being particularly brutalized by Max during a game.

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JuOSu · 06-22-2023, 10:48 AM

ISFL PT

SledgehammerPete · 06-22-2023, 11:28 AM

Player Prompt:

Sven Petterson is naturally a pretty even keeled person to begin with, so often he finds his teammates and organization looking to him for stability. He doesn’t ever seem to get too up or too down, even when the team is riding an amazing winning streak or struggling through a losing stretch. Sven credits his unflappable nature to his father. “When I was young, I was so volatile. I’d almost live and die with my performance each game, and it was impossible to develop any consistency that way. My dad used to sit me down after each game and have me identify three things I did well and three that I screwed up. Something about this made me see the game as way less black and white and far greyer. It is more about how you show up to the arena every day rather than the actual results and performances that will cause you to grow as a player. Every season is a marathon, and there will be ups and downs throughout. I’ve got to just focus on being able to keep level headed and keep working hard.”

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echlyrica · 06-22-2023, 02:09 PM

(Prompt 2) When the owners of the Knights informed me that we'd be doing an exhibition game against a Belarusian Minor League team, I was admittedly nervous. I had never left North America before, and the thought of going to a strange land where English was very uncommon was a little scary. But I did as I was told and packed my gear into a hockey bag and some winter clothes into my personal suitcase. Upon arrival, we were ushered rather quickly through customs by what seemed to be soldiers in camouflage carrying AKs. Upon arrival at the town we would be playing in, we were dropped at our hotel and told we had 2 days before the game. Naturally, I went looking for any interesting local attractions, but found none. I spent the night recovering from jet lag, and the next day prepping for the game.

Game day was strange, I had expected more fans in the crowd, but the only fans seemed to be a very wealthy looking man and his family sitting about halfway up at Center Ice, and several armed men at various points in the arena. We played hard, and while fighting is quite rare in the J these days, within minutes some Belarusian goon came at Webb with a dirty shot, so I dropped my gloves then I dropped him. I worried for a bit that the armed men might shoot me for bloodying their guy, but luckily it seemed that the rich man loved the show. So I got into my physical groove and played the rest of the game hitting hard. At the end of the night, the Knights had lost 4-3 on some suspect calls by the refs, and my hands were soaking the inside of my gloves with blood (both mine and a few Belarusians), but I felt like the Queen of the world.

***Valpix*** · 06-22-2023, 02:25 PM

Last week I talked about how much I love college atmosphere, so I'm going to repeat myself a bunch. I'll start with some personal experience - when I was in college I was de facto the leader of the student section. Which is kinda funny given that I tend to be a lone wolf (well, fox). But my voice carries and when I support a team I am going to run through a WALL for them. And the students at Blizzard games will do the same thing. Are they gonna be mostly wasted (whereas I was always sober)? Yeah. But it's going to be electric. I hope they even break out the "ugly goalie" chant (and maybe the other goalie will respond with a hair flip, which *did* happen when I was in school).

Home ice advantage can, and should, be a real thing, and IMO it's not enough of a real thing in the professional ranks in North America because the crowds are so samey. The college kids bring electricity, and Louise FEEDS off that energy. Especially when her shot tickles the twine and the student section serenades the other goalie with a very loud "it's all your fault."

GO CATAMOUNTS

***CampinKiller*** · 06-22-2023, 02:25 PM

CREATIVE PROMPT / STORY MODE

Jonathon Hagan would absolutely love the atmosphere at a college arena/game for the Montreal Patriotes. There is one very simple reason that he would love playing in this kind of atmosphere: it would be absolutely wild, tailgated hard by the college students, and partied hard after the game was over. Hagan would enjoy having a student section to celebrate in front of during the game, and with after the game, as he would go hard after every home game, and even at times join in on tailgates before the game. He would definitely pump the crowd up, and it would be an electric, SEC football type of atmosphere in the arena, as he would lay the body to thunderous roars, and any goals scored by the team would be at risk of blowing the roof off of the building. Overall, the Montreal Patriotes playing in a college arena would be an outrageously fun time for everyone involved.

Z-Whiz · 06-22-2023, 02:42 PM

The new stadium atmosphere for Puddles O'Duck has been fantastic. He really thrives off of loud crowds and high intensity energy. For those who are unaware, Puddles O'Duck transitioned from being a college mascot at the University of Oregon to playing hockey for the Atlanta Inferno. So he is very used to the noise of a college atmosphere. Especially at home games, which these all happen to be. The crowds are in a constant buzz with chants and clapping. The stadium is small, so it's a hot ticket to get, so those who make it in are all the die hards who want to let the team know they have their back no matter what. The crowd also feels like it's right on top of you. There's no upper deck so everyone is crammed into the lower bowl seating section. If I had things my way, I'd stay in this atmosphere for more than one season, so the city and owner can take as long as they want to finish the new state of the art stadium.

tomtommen · 06-22-2023, 04:42 PM

Written Task: Fact is, the game is the same no matter where it's played. Home, away, outdoor, that one weird exposition game in Belarus that you're pretty sure your owner was blackmailed into putting on, your player's job doesn't change. So, how does your player keep an even keel? What's their trick for mental reset and maintaining focus on their game despite the men with tracksuits and AK47s hanging out at the vending area? (150+ words)

Tom Pedersen, the unyielding Calgary Dragons hockey player, understood that the game remained the same regardless of the circumstances. Whether it was a home game, an away match, or even that peculiar exposition game in Belarus, his job remained constant. But how did Tom maintain an even keel amidst the chaos and distractions?
His secret lay in his mental fortitude and his unwavering focus on the game. Tom had developed a set of rituals and techniques to reset his mind, allowing him to block out external influences and maintain clarity.
Before each game, he found solace in a quiet corner of the locker room. With headphones on, he listened to his carefully curated playlist of motivational music, shutting out the noise around him. Deep breaths calmed his racing heart as he visualized himself executing precise plays, scoring goals, and contributing to the team's success.
During the game, Tom honed his ability to enter a state of flow, where distractions faded into the background. He trusted in countless hours of practice, relying on muscle memory and instinct. He focused on the present moment, immersing himself fully in the rhythm of the game.
As for the surreal vending area encounters, Tom embraced a stoic mindset. He acknowledged the potential dangers but refused to let fear consume him. He channeled his energy into the game, using it as an escape, knowing that his performance on the ice was his greatest defense.
By staying committed to his mental preparation, Tom Pedersen mastered the art of maintaining focus and mental clarity. With every game, he proved that nothing could deter his unwavering dedication to his craft and the pursuit of victory.

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adamantium · 06-22-2023, 06:35 PM

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Story Mode: 193 words

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"Fuck, I tell you what--it's been crazy playing in UDub's stadium. I mean, the place is getting sellouts every night we're in town, the crowds are absolutely fuckin' electric, Petey it's honestly crazier in there than it is in some of the fuckin' major league rinks around the country. It's just unreal the way the crowds get into it. Smaller building so everything is just so much louder, I think it gives us a bit of an advantage in some ways, moreso than the old rink did. I saw--you're never gonna fuckin' believe this--I saw Kermit Murphy fuckin' score a goal, jump into the crowd, and slam back a fan's beer right in front of him before getting back out onto the ice and to the bench. Swear to god, never seen anything like it, and the crowd went absolutely ballistic for him. It was unreal. So, you know, definitely not perfect, but it's been a hell of an atmosphere playin' in a college rink.

Anyway, so I gotta ask the question--have you seen *any* fuckin' Blanka players online? I swear to god, I've seen max five or ten, it's crazy."

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