Is the aim of the 'sweetner' to 'attract more players to DTD' ? Or to reward the players that already do play the DTD? ---------------------------------- I reckon the introduction of a DTD Jackpot, awarded for the first player to win 2 DTD comps on the same night. They will win a $150 bonus. $150 + bragging rights is a nice significant bonus for most low stakes players, and may attract more of them to play. It's not big enough to attract 'the wrong type' of player either. Do the jackpot x2 (first 2 players to win it) The last $300 to go into a 18/24 player freeroll at the end of a month/6 week period or something as discussed above. (Or maybe run the monthly period twice, with a $150 freeroll for top 12 at the end of each). Just think the wider you distribute the money/prizes, the more likely the regular players are to benefit from them. Posted by DOHHHHHHH
Why do we have to play in $'s I thought the beauty of Sky poker was we played in £'s but you reckon playing DTD's in $'s we atract more players???? :-)
Very well done on your cash Tikay and thanks for this....
I like the original freeroll idea (and another vote for September as I and so many other folks will be on hols/off to the olympics).
I also like the idea of a jackpot, but it should be a one-off - this encourages ongoing participation.
Or, in recognition of the NHS' valiant efforts in bringing Scouse back to us from a brush with the orthopods, you could give it all to his favourite doctor
I like the idea of a freeroll for the top 20 in the monthly, encourages regular participation.
I also really like the idea of a bounty on Tikays head if he's able to play. It used to be great when Tikay, Hartigan and Orford found time to play the DTD as it added a little extra edge to it.
Very nice gesture tikay thank you - my two penneth:
1. Stick to top 20 in league - 4 x 5 handed at start is fine 2. Don't make it more complicated straightford deepstack format as per 7.15 jonnie 3 Everyone gets paid something like: 11th to 20th = 1% £4.20 6th to 10th = 2% £8.40 5th = 4% = £16.80 4th = 8% = £33.60 3rd = 13% = £54.60 2nd = 20% = £84 1st = 35% = £147
Very nice gesture tikay thank you - my two penneth: 1. Stick to top 20 in league - 4 x 5 handed at start is fine 2. Don't make it more complicated straightford deepstack format as per 7.15 jonnie 3 Everyone gets paid something like: 11th to 20th = 1% £4.20 6th to 10th = 2% £8.40 5th = 4% = £16.80 4th = 8% = £33.60 3rd = 13% = £54.60 2nd = 20% = £84 1st = 35% = £147 Posted by SoLack
+1 to this.
Would also like to add my Congrats to young TK on his bink and say TYVM for the donation.
PS September would seem like the sensible choice and scoring to be as per DTD rules.
Very nice gesture tikay thank you - my two penneth: 1. Stick to top 20 in league - 4 x 5 handed at start is fine 2. Don't make it more complicated straightford deepstack format as per 7.15 jonnie 3 Everyone gets paid something like: 11th to 20th = 1% £4.20 6th to 10th = 2% £8.40 5th = 4% = £16.80 4th = 8% = £33.60 3rd = 13% = £54.60 2nd = 20% = £84 1st = 35% = £147 Posted by SoLack
I agree with Solack, let all 20 of any proposed freeroll have a payout. After all theyve got through on a month on meritous work and deserve it for consistency.To have the 20 and then topload it to a 3 pay contest seems a nice top prize but theyve already earned their prize and deserve that to be recognised.
And once again, very generous of you Tikay and congratulations on your cash.
It will be for Chris & Michael to make the final decision, they run Forum DTD, & we know they are a safe pair of hands, & will make their decision sensibly, & with good intent, though it's unlikely it will please everyone.
It seems September, rather than August, is favoured, & that is fine by me. There seems to be concensus on most of it, just bits & pieces of detail need resolving.
I will address a few of the other question later, or tomorrow.
In Response to Re: ADDED VALUE Forum DTD - coming soon. : This. It is a difficult one to comment on without having the usual backlash elsewhere but....I do agree on BOTH parts of your post. There should be some recognition for the regular players who have supported the DTD over the months, but the essence of the whole DTD idea is introducing new players into it, so they also should be included. I would personally prefer that it was shared out over a large group of players rather than just a few, whether they be regulars or new players. I will 100% back anything that Chris/Michael decide do to and would also like to thank Tikay for his very generous contribution. Posted by MAXALLY
MAXALLY was responding here to a Post by "cleansweep", which floated the idea that it only be open to those who played Forum DTD before the WSOP.
Quite a tricky one.....
This is NOT a Sky Poker promotion to increase the number of players in the Forum DTD, but equally, Chris & Michael work tirelessly to increase the weekly numbers.
I think, marginally, that it should be open to anyone & everyone, because that should, ultimately, increase the popularity of Michael & Chris's "baby", but it's their decision entirely.
I think the main thing is that new players understand the spirit of Forum DTD, & if they enter into the spirity & ethos of it, then that would be the nut result.
Chris wrote to me last night, on behalf of himself & Michael, they have had a chat, & a think, about this, & come up with the following.
The "Top 20" idea is agreed.
It will be based upon the regular Monday Night "Forum DTD's" in September, using the scoring system already in place. The Top 20 will qualify for the "Play Off".
The September "Forum DTD" dates will be.....
September 3rd
September 10th
September 17th
September 24th
They wish that ANYONE can enter these & qualify for the "Freeroll PlayOff", PROVIDING they play a minimum of three of the 4 nights in September.
The Play Off, for the Top 20 from that League, will take place on Friday 28th September, as they think most Forum-DTD-ers are on site that night, playing the Orfordable.
Payout structure? They believe, based on the ethos of the Forum DTD, that EVERYONE should get a payout if they qualify for the Top 20 Play-Off, as follows....( I have not checked the maths).
i don't normally play on monday, nor friday, so unless i become a single bloke i will not be free to participate. hang on a minute... there's a thought.
good luck to those who enter.
this sums up everything that is good about the forum, chris and michael's efforts, skypoker and of course tikay who has been magnificent by magnifying events by a magnitude.
I also think this is an excellent end decision and well done to all parties involved coming up with this extra added value tournament.
A big thanks to Chris & Michael for their continued work organising these FUN Monday night games and, of course, cheers to Tikay for his generous donation in recognition of this comp.
Hi Guys. I think this decision and format is excellent and should suit the majority.
A BIG thank you to Tikay for his generous donation and continued support for the regular forum members.
The Monday DTD is one of the most enjoyable nights of the week. The banter we have with our team mates & opposing teams is 1st class, I sometimes think players who are playing but are not involved in the DTD must think we are all nuts at times lol.
The railing of the final tables is legendary and one of the most unique things I have seen in online poker.
Well done to all those who take part and to DTWBANDIT, Scouse_Red & Tikay for his continued support.
Hi Guys. I think this decision and format is excellent and should suit the majority. A BIG thank you to Tikay for his generous donation and continued support for the regular forum members. The Monday DTD is one of the most enjoyable nights of the week. The banter we have with our team mates & opposing teams is 1st class, I sometimes think players who are playing but are not involved in the DTD must think we are all nuts at times lol. The railing of the final tables is legendary and one of the most unique things I have seen in online poker. Well done to all those who take part and to DTWBANDIT, Scouse_Red & Tikay for his continued support. Posted by POKERTREV
Kind gesture from TK , I like the freeroll idea although i wil never gain entry as i can only play the DTD every 2 weeks cause of work. Abit unlucky for me or any other members that can't play every week,
TY TK!!! Great Structure I agree with All suggested wholey by TK, Chris & Michael!! One last suggestion tho, as a thank you to Chris & Michael [& TK actually], from All .... & The teams who play the Team bolt-on!! Would it not be a good idea for the above Three Good Men to be automatically entered into this tornie top 20 somehow.... ie. them & top 18,[17] qualify!! thoughts?? Posted by HITMAN_RV
Excellent idea and could only be bettered if the guy who runs the team comp was also included. His name escapes me for the minute but i am sure someone will be along shortly with his name.
Also, the 4 additions should be just that. Extra to the 20 seats thereby giving a tourney with 4 full tables to start.
In Response to Re: ADDED VALUE Forum DTD - coming soon.: [QUOTE]I like the idea of a freeroll for the top 20 in the monthly, encourages regular participation. I also really like the idea of a bounty on Tikays head if he's able to play. It used to be great when Tikay, Hartigan and Orford found time to play the DTD as it added a little extra edge to it. Posted by Slykllist
+1 keep it simple and give ppl like myself who havent do so well this month to have another chance in august or posiibly september - will get numbers up as well
Comments
I like the original freeroll idea (and another vote for September as I and so many other folks will be on hols/off to the olympics).
I also like the idea of a jackpot, but it should be a one-off - this encourages ongoing participation.
Or, in recognition of the NHS' valiant efforts in bringing Scouse back to us from a brush with the orthopods, you could give it all to his favourite doctor
Whatever, it will be fun.
I like the idea of a freeroll for the top 20 in the monthly, encourages regular participation.
I also really like the idea of a bounty on Tikays head if he's able to play. It used to be great when Tikay, Hartigan and Orford found time to play the DTD as it added a little extra edge to it.
1. Stick to top 20 in league - 4 x 5 handed at start is fine
2. Don't make it more complicated straightford deepstack format as per 7.15 jonnie
3 Everyone gets paid something like:
11th to 20th = 1% £4.20
6th to 10th = 2% £8.40
5th = 4% = £16.80
4th = 8% = £33.60
3rd = 13% = £54.60
2nd = 20% = £84
1st = 35% = £147
+1 to this.
Would also like to add my Congrats to young TK on his bink and say TYVM for the donation.
PS September would seem like the sensible choice and scoring to be as per DTD rules.
And once again, very generous of you Tikay and congratulations on your cash.
Good evening.
Great feedback, thank you.
It will be for Chris & Michael to make the final decision, they run Forum DTD, & we know they are a safe pair of hands, & will make their decision sensibly, & with good intent, though it's unlikely it will please everyone.
It seems September, rather than August, is favoured, & that is fine by me. There seems to be concensus on most of it, just bits & pieces of detail need resolving.
I will address a few of the other question later, or tomorrow.
Quite a tricky one.....
This is NOT a Sky Poker promotion to increase the number of players in the Forum DTD, but equally, Chris & Michael work tirelessly to increase the weekly numbers.
I think, marginally, that it should be open to anyone & everyone, because that should, ultimately, increase the popularity of Michael & Chris's "baby", but it's their decision entirely.
I think the main thing is that new players understand the spirit of Forum DTD, & if they enter into the spirity & ethos of it, then that would be the nut result.
Good morning.
Chris wrote to me last night, on behalf of himself & Michael, they have had a chat, & a think, about this, & come up with the following.
The "Top 20" idea is agreed.
It will be based upon the regular Monday Night "Forum DTD's" in September, using the scoring system already in place. The Top 20 will qualify for the "Play Off".
The September "Forum DTD" dates will be.....
September 3rd
September 10th
September 17th
September 24th
They wish that ANYONE can enter these & qualify for the "Freeroll PlayOff", PROVIDING they play a minimum of three of the 4 nights in September.
The Play Off, for the Top 20 from that League, will take place on Friday 28th September, as they think most Forum-DTD-ers are on site that night, playing the Orfordable.
Payout structure? They believe, based on the ethos of the Forum DTD, that EVERYONE should get a payout if they qualify for the Top 20 Play-Off, as follows....( I have not checked the maths).
11th to 20th = 1% £4.20
6th to 10th = 2% £8.40
5th = 4% = £16.80
4th = 8% = £33.60
3rd = 13% = £54.60
2nd = 20% = £84
1st = 35% = £147
These are Michael & Chris's views, & it is their call, but I'm sure they'll listen to constructive feedback.
Game on, then.
i don't normally play on monday, nor friday, so unless i become a single bloke i will not be free to participate. hang on a minute... there's a thought.
good luck to those who enter.
this sums up everything that is good about the forum, chris and michael's efforts, skypoker and of course tikay who has been magnificent by magnifying events by a magnitude.
I think this decision and format is excellent and should suit the majority.
A BIG thank you to Tikay for his generous donation and continued support for the regular forum members.
The Monday DTD is one of the most enjoyable nights of the week. The banter we have with our team mates & opposing teams is 1st class, I sometimes think players who are playing but are not involved in the DTD must think we are all nuts at times lol.
The railing of the final tables is legendary and one of the most unique things I have seen in online poker.
Well done to all those who take part and to DTWBANDIT, Scouse_Red & Tikay for his continued support.
+! superb end result
Tikay U R LEGEND
Great Structure I agree with All suggested wholey by TK, Chris & Michael!!
One last suggestion tho, as a thank you to Chris & Michael [& TK actually], from All .... & The teams who play the Team bolt-on!!
Would it not be a good idea for the above Three Good Men to be automatically entered into this tornie top 20 somehow....
ie. them & top 18,[17] qualify!!
thoughts??
Excellent idea and could only be bettered if the guy who runs the team comp was also included. His name escapes me for the minute but i am sure someone will be along shortly with his name.
Also, the 4 additions should be just that. Extra to the 20 seats thereby giving a tourney with 4 full tables to start.
[QUOTE]I like the idea of a freeroll for the top 20 in the monthly, encourages regular participation. I also really like the idea of a bounty on Tikays head if he's able to play. It used to be great when Tikay, Hartigan and Orford found time to play the DTD as it added a little extra edge to it.
Posted by Slykllist
+1 keep it simple and give ppl like myself who havent do so well this month to have another chance in august or posiibly september - will get numbers up as well
MP