Battle Beams

Sean — Tue, 22 Nov 2005 21:51:00 +0100

Today, someone mentioned that all disputes in the Computer Science Building should be settled through battle on the beams suspended over the atrium. This individual also went so far as to state that this was a traditional mode of challenge on a certain mailing list in the past (which remains to be seen). Obviously, I missed out on quite a bit in the past here, but I feel it might be worthwhile to revive this tradition.

However, a few changes:

Install a cross beam (or two) in between the two central beams already there. Then combatants can start of on their own beam without arguments of who steps out first. Additionally, this would allow individuals to jump from beam to beam, thus hightening the overall entertainment value.

Include other trials, such as a rock climbing challenge at the local gym. American gladiator style knocking the opponent off will be permitted, as will random projectiles launched by the audience.

The ‘My Kung Fu Is Powerful’ challenge, where contestants attempt to immitate the over the top martial arts moves they see in the movies. For added entertainment, said moves must also be performed on the beams.

Perhaps the most difficult challenge in the overall scheme of things would be the ‘Oral Algos Quiz Challenge’. Personally, I would rather battle over a tiger pit.

With the social acceptance of geeks these days, and the success of shows such as ‘Beauty and the Geek’, I think this might have potential. Think of the entertainment! We could broadcast events live over the internet. “Geeky Gladiators” will surely be a hit. Revenue will be raked in hand over fist, and will help build another two floors on the CS building.

Update For some reason I missed out on a ‘Gauntlet’ style challenge. This challenge would involve competitors running through an area with multiple sentry guns. For visible scoring/less chance of permanent injury (we want victors to come back after all), the sentry guns would probably be loaded with paintballs.

"Battle Beams" by Doug

Mon, 05 Dec 2005 11:21:57 +0100

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"Battle Beams" by mike

Wed, 23 Nov 2005 01:13:25 +0100

I can certainly vouch for the history of the Battle Beams being proposed as a problem solution ;)

Revenue will be raked in hand over fist, and will help build another two floors on the CS building.

Have you seen the plans for the two floors? The ceiling of the Atrium remains in place, and a new two-story Atrium goes above it. And you know what that means: A second arena.

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