ULTIMUS Tourney: The Bracket Experience

Original Composer(s): Caravan Palace, Scatman John, Rebecca Sugar, Kristofer Maddigan, Kanye West, lasagnacat, Michael Jackson, Earth Wind and Fire, Famous Dex, Childish Gambino, Lil Nas X, Lil Pump, Nice Peter, Pitbull, CaptainSparklez, Misha, John Denver, Kesha, ‎Anthony Trippi, Jonathan Coulton, Louis Armstrong, Porter Robinson, Will Smith, Lou Bega, Snapcube, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Loituma, Toru Minegishi, Robert Palmer, Bill Fagerbakke, Shoji Meguro, Daft Punk, David Seville
Arrangement: GreenOfRain

Character Represented: All

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Ultimus Tourney begins April 22nd, 2020.

BRACKET [R1]

LD: "I'd say you're out of mind, but there's not much you to be out of."

Dr.K: "Did you know that dogs are actually smarter than cats? It's rather unexpected, isn't it?"

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Original Composer(s): Minako Hamano
Arrangement: MoonageDream

Character Represented: Lone Digger, Dr. Kawashima

VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/9yFeGE5HYzzQrViA9

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The last of his gang, a mysterious cat calling himself Lone Digger has joined Ultimus Tourney! Though he looks almost... haunted, to be honest. He may not talk much, but he seems to like electro swing music. Plus, he's a cat. How could you go wrong with a cat? 

SOURCES
- Songs in the electro swing genre 
- Any song from Caravan Palace 
- Songs about digging 
- Songs about cats

EXAMPLES
- Electro swing remixes of songs
- Lone Digger, Plume
- Gold Digger
- 50 something cats

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M.D. in hand, Dr. Kawashima has arrived on the scene! Known for his studies of the brain, he brings a well-needed bit of intelligence to the roster. But it's not all sunshine; underneath that playful, smart exterior is a monster with some devilish training under his non-existent belt. Stay focused as he grabs the win!

SOURCES
- Franchises exclusive to the DS family (plus Brain Age)
- Songs about doctors
- Songs about devils

EXAMPLES
- Brain Age OST, Freakyforms
- Dr. Mario theme
- The Devil Went Down To Georgia

(R1M1) Brain Age Swing

Dr. Kawashima: "I'm beginning to think brain training isn't the best first step for you. Have you considered therapy?"

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While one falls closer to the White Noise, another moves forward. Thank you for voting, and please look forward to the next round.

Read the Lone Digger vs. Kawashima story here!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/14jg45UL52k4DOAH68E3M-8-b_CMi3BVjmZ8iPRFdZ5Q/edit?usp=sharing

RESULTS - ROUND 1 MATCH 1

Original Composer(s): Toru Minegishi
Arrangement: WaluigiWeh

Characters Represented: Robo-Crashers, Hisashi Nogami

VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/rs4tvQzZkZ34BWiR7

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Get ready for a Robo Blast from the past! Sonic and Mega Man, retro platformer kings, have joined the fight! With some classic tunes up their sleeves, and some surprising twists, you’ll never guess what’s coming next! Other challengers, prepare to meet your Doom.

SOURCES
- Songs from classic Sonic and Mega Man games 
- Songs from Sonic and Mega Man fangames
- Songs from the Doom series 

EXAMPLES
-Chemical Plant Zone, Mirage Saloon Zone, Crash Man Stage
-Wolf Rayet, Glue Man Stage
-Rip and Tear

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Chasing new horizons, Hisashi Nogami of the Squid Research Lab has joined the fight! He seems to be well-versed in the ways of the Inklings, so that'll be his primary weapon in this battle. But, nobody told us he's also a game developer on the side. Looks like this researcher has some tricks up his coat sleeves.

SOURCES
- Songs from Splatoon
- Songs from Animal Crossing 
- Songs from Mii games (except for Wii Music)
- Nintendo BIOS songs

EXAMPLES
- Nasty Majesty, The Girl From Inkopolis
- 3pm, Bubblegum K.K.
- Charge!, Wii Sports Resort Theme
- Eshop Theme, Wii Shop Channel

Ink Man Stage [R1M2]

HISASHI: "Does there happen to be a Science Man among you? You two weren't very conductive to my research..."

While one falls closer to the White Noise, another moves forward. Thank you for voting, and please look forward to the next round.

Read the Robo-Crashers vs. Hisashi Nogami story post here!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/10bOBDU_CVoTvVCWz8RZoWOts2swcTKdQvjSA1WAoFgE/edit

RESULTS - ROUND 1 MATCH 2

VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/vXzfT9gTv4TCjFBt6

CG: "I know we said we'd be dropping flames, but this is ridiculous."

2D: "What the 'ell is even going on here??"

ATLANTA ROADS vs. THE HUMANZ (R1M3)

VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/F8ut17gJoJ7Je8my8

Original Composer(s): Gorillaz, Travis Scott
Arrangement: MoonageDream

Character Represented: Atlanta Roads, The Humanz

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Riding until they can't no more, Childish Gambino and Lil Nas X take the stage with their quick bars. With rap from the 2010's behind them, they're not to be underestimated! At the very least, they're not the worst guys.

SOURCES
- Rap songs from the 2005 and forward
- Songs by Childish Gambino
- Songs by Lil Nas X 

EXAMPLES
- King Kunta, Sicko Mode
- Redbone, 3005
- Old Town Road, c7osure

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The world is theirs! The Humanz have arrived to make their presence known. These virtual singers represent both animation and Hatsune Miku's music, so their chances of victory are coming up to the overload.

SOURCES
- Official music videos from 2000 and forward that have a large focus on animation
- Gorillaz songs, excluding Feel Good Inc and Clint Eastwood
- Studio Killers songs
- Songs sung originally by Hatsune Miku

EXAMPLES
- Sing Along, Baby I'm Yours
- Stylo, Saturnz Barz
- Jenny, Dirty Car
- Senbonzakura, PoPiPo

SATURNGAZING (No Intro Ver.) [R1M3]

Original Composer(s): Gorillaz, Childish Gambino
Arrangement: MoonageDream

Character Represented: Atlanta Roads, The Humanz

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Riding until they can't no more, Childish Gambino and Lil Nas X take the stage with their quick bars. With rap from the 2010's behind them, they're not to be underestimated! At the very least, they're not the worst guys.

SOURCES
- Rap songs from the 2005 and forward
- Songs by Childish Gambino
- Songs by Lil Nas X 

EXAMPLES
- King Kunta, Sicko Mode
- Redbone, 3005
- Old Town Road, c7osur

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The world is theirs! The Humanz have arrived to make their presence known. These virtual singers represent both animation and Hatsune Miku's music, so their chances of victory are coming up to the overload.

SOURCES
- Official music videos from 2000 and forward that have a large focus on animation
- Gorillaz songs, excluding Feel Good Inc and Clint Eastwood
- Studio Killers songs
- Songs sung originally by Hatsune Miku

EXAMPLES
- Sing Along, Baby I'm Yours
- Stylo, Saturnz Barz
- Jenny, Dirty Car
- Senbonzakura, PoPiPo

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https://soundcloud.com/ultimustourneypart1/testing_audiowav-loud-noises/s-0eQSO59v3mI

Let Me Out Of These Sweatpants [R1M3]

2D: "We've always got a spot for you in the Song Machine! You two were amazin', you should... uh... well, y'know."

While one falls closer to the White Noise, another moves forward. Thank you for voting, and please look forward to the next round.

Read the Atlanta Roads vs. The Humanz story post here!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mOFtgovTs-JKCHEN4GmbJO5HJ3mErE_Gt6PGlF3ORx8/edit?usp=sharing

RESULTS - ROUND 1 MATCH 3

BURR: "There are 10 things you need to know before holding that gun, kid."

JONESY: "Kid? You're old news, grandpa! Bring it on, you're nothing more than a bot."

VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/sFZ6Bf7jQfEbjpsH9

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Original Composer(s): Laura Shigihara, Keiichi Kondou, Billy Joel, Tryhardninja
Arrangement: Bulnosaur40

Character Represented: Stage Stars, Jonesy

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Here for the curtain call, Stage Stars have joined the battle! Diametrically opposed, but not exactly foes, these three are aiming to get into the room where it happens with their slick combination of Broadway musicals and more. Their reign could be beautiful, so long as they don't disappear.

SOURCES
- Songs from Broadway and off-Broadway musicals, excluding fanmade content
- Songs from anime heavily focused on music (excluding Snow Halation)
- Songs about historical American politicians (before the year 1980)

EXAMPLES
- Beautiful, Requiem
- Songs from K-On!, Carole and Tuesday
- We Didn't Start The Fire

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Okay, now this is epic. Jonesy has joined the roster, packing some tracks from viral games! It's time for the battle royale to begin; will he get the Victory Royale?

SOURCES
- Songs from viral games (excluding Undertale), as well as fansongs related to them (no overlap)
- 3D non-indie shooter games (no overlap)

EXAMPLES
- Five Nights at Freddy's 1 Song, Best Mates
- Finish the Fight, Half-Life OST

It's My Daring Cube! [R1M4]

VERONICA: Aw, what's wrong? Gonna report us for stream sniping?

While one falls closer to the White Noise, another moves forward. Thank you for voting, and please look forward to the next round.

Read the Stage Stars vs. Jonesy story post here!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1144ExwHYg732SL2vQlXjRQmZc1upTnlRVugYXumTxY0/edit?usp=sharing

RESULTS - ROUND 1 MATCH 4

MIROR B.: Seeing as your name is full of fire, it looks like Ludicolo and I have the type advantage this battle! 

FIRESTAR: For the last time, Twoleg... I don't know what a Pokemon is!

VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/WgjYiSwJZsbVAdeX7

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Original Composer(s): Hiroki Hashimoto, Charlie Puth, Shawn Wasabi, The Bee Gees, Clean Bandit, Demi Lovato, Michael Jackson
Arrangement: 9mmPeter

Character Represented: Miror B., Animated Musical Vibes

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Miror B's here to snag up the win in Ultimus Tourney! With Ludicolo at his side and also the power of disco, there's nothing that'll get in the way of his endless groove. Know if you meet eyes with him, it'll be a fight you won't forget. 

SOURCES
- Songs from Pokemon spinoffs
- Songs in the genre of disco and funk
- Michael Jackson songs

EXAMPLES 
- Thunderwave Cave, Miror B.'s Theme
- September, Let's Groove, Stayin' Alive
- Smooth Criminal, Beat It

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Joined by a new companion who seems to like the name Firestar, Shizuku is here to brush up on her growing musical skill. Featuring works from five popular lo-fi hip hop artists, as well as popular AMVs, they'll be sure to drop some chill beats to study to.

SOURCES
- Songs widely used in animation memes or AMVs
- Lo-fi Hip Hop songs from 2015 and forward
- Songs from Whisper of the Heart

EXAMPLES
- Soldier, Poet, King
- butterflies, Affection
- Country Roads

The Way Autumn Burns It [R1M5]

SHIZUKU: I'm... pretty sure having Firestar and Ludicolo fight is illegal?

While one falls closer to the White Noise, another moves forward. Thank you for voting, and please look forward to the next round.

Read the Miror B. vs. Animated Musical Vibes story post here!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AT16TqpV9CHdL_c4ux8ltK25-6D4MmsCIkwfiQM5mVA/edit

RESULTS - ROUND 1 MATCH 5

MADEON: I... I'm really confused. Why are we in a computer??

BONZI: Oh no, not this again...!
PUTT PUTT: Again?!

VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/3q671dBJjNt46Pa96

GOODFAITH HARDWARE PRESENTS... ADVENTURE MACHINE vs. WINDOWS WARRIORS

MADEON: I... I'm really confused. Why are we in a computer??

BONZI: Oh no, not this again...!
PUTT PUTT: Again?!

VOTE HERE: forms.gle/3q671dBJjNt46Pa96

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Original Composer(s): Deadmau5, Daft Punk, Rowdy Rebel
Arrangement: 9mmPeter, theguy

Character Represented: Adventure Machine, Windows Warriors

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Here with a set you'll never forget, the Adventure Machine has started. Packed with tracks related to electronica, EDM, and house music, these two DJs will spin this tourney in their favor! Don't worry, they'll be fine, so you won't be saying goodbye to their world so easily!

SOURCES
- Songs in the house, french house, or electro house genres
- Songs by Madeon
- Songs by Porter Robinson

EXAMPLES
- Don't You Worry Child, One More Time
- All My Friends, Imperium
- Goodbye To A World, Lionhearted

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The Windows Warriors are here to reclaim their lost thrones! Led by Bonzi Buddy, these classic internet-famous friends have banded together. With much of the PC gaming scene of the past under their belt, and plenty of meme potential, these three are making use of their last shot to make it big!

SOURCES
- Edutainment games
- Pre-2000s PC adventure games
- Songs from various Microsoft OS's, or using sounds from them
- Songs about/related to computers

EXAMPLES
- Songs from Mario Teaches Typing or Kahoot
- Sam and Max, Lego Island
- Xbox OS music, songs made using Windows 95 sound effects
- Clean Your Computer, Steve Jobs vs. Bill Gates

Moar Of Da Computer [R1M6]

PORTER: This is really weird... but kind of interesting, at least.

CLIPPY: Wait, I don't remember a Goodfaith Hardware making computers...

VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/3q671dBJjNt46Pa96

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Original Composer(s): Madeon, Porter Robinson, Stephen Foster, Mr. Scruff, MACINTOSH PLUS
Arrangement: 9mmPeter

Character Represented: Adventure Machine, Windows Warriors

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Here with a set you'll never forget, the Adventure Machine has started. Packed with tracks related to electronica, EDM, and house music, these two DJs will spin this tourney in their favor! Don't worry, they'll be fine, so you won't be saying goodbye to their world so easily!

SOURCES
- Songs in the house, french house, or electro house genres
- Songs by Madeon
- Songs by Porter Robinson

EXAMPLES
- Don't You Worry Child, One More Time
- All My Friends, Imperium
- Goodbye To A World, Lionhearted

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The Windows Warriors are here to reclaim their lost thrones! Led by Bonzi Buddy, these classic internet-famous friends have banded together. With much of the PC gaming scene of the past under their belt, and plenty of meme potential, these three are making use of their last shot to make it big!

SOURCES
- Edutainment games
- Pre-2000s PC adventure games
- Songs from various Microsoft OS's, or using sounds from them
- Songs about/related to computers

EXAMPLES
- Songs from Mario Teaches Typing or Kahoot
- Sam and Max, Lego Island
- Xbox OS music, songs made using Windows 95 sound effects
- Clean Your Computer, Steve Jobs vs. Bill Gates

Kalimba Plus [R1M6]

CLIPPY: Oops! Looks like your DAW has crashed. Would you like to submit an error report?

While one falls closer to the White Noise, another moves forward. Thank you for voting, and please look forward to the next round.

Read the Adventure Machine vs. Windows Warriors story post here!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iOnMZXs3rAlpYyODH4O5Dirv-BzKw4OCmljv5OMkWvg/edit?usp=sharing

RESULTS - ROUND 1 MATCH 6

INTRODUCTION POST: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qu66MM32AvcbM27KJPsocGxzh_R2x79IKFIP74slpvY/edit?usp=sharing

VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/T1Ld3B42H6E1XiYo8

ULTIMUS presents... THE ULTIMUS SHOW (World Premiere) [R1M7]

INTRODUCTION POST: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qu66MM32AvcbM27KJPsocGxzh_R2x79IKFIP74slpvY/edit?usp=sharing

VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/T1Ld3B42H6E1XiYo8

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Original Composer(s): Gigi D'Agostino, Hideki Naganuma, Triple_sSs, They Might Be Giants, Lou Bega, Scatman John, Neil Patrick Harris, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Shoji Meguro, Jesse Frederick
Arrangement: GreenOfRain

Character Represented: Lune, George Lopez

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The Phantom Thief has arrived. Wielding her Persona, Templar, Cass takes the form of Lune to finalize the roster. With Sayori's soul on her conscience, can she steal the win from the rest of the roster?

SOURCES
- Shin Megami Tensei games, including spinoffs such as Persona
- Songs based heavily on vocal samples
- Songs with the word "moon" in the title

EXAMPLES
- Last Surprise, Ginza
- Ain't Nothin' Like A Funky Beat
- Moonage Daydream, Moon Theme

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All your friends know him, George Lopez has joined us to put a little mambo in your life! With his latino groove, and his acting chops, he's about to take you on a little trip. How far are we going? Well, let's find out!

SOURCES
- Songs in the mambo genre
- Songs from sitcoms popular for being on Nick@Nite
- Songs from movies and shows George Lopez has acted in 

EXAMPLES
- Mambo No. 5, I Got A Girl
- Full House theme song
- Low Rider, Porcelain Doll

Infiltrating Mr. Electric's Palace [R1M7]

Original Composer(s): 2pac, Justin Scharvona, Hail Mary Mallon, AC/DC
Arrangement: 9mmPeter

Character Represented: Lune, George Lopez

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The Phantom Thief has arrived. Wielding her Persona, Templar, Cass takes the form of Lune to finalize the roster. With Sayori's soul on her conscience, can she steal the win from the rest of the roster?

SOURCES
- Shin Megami Tensei games, including spinoffs such as Persona
- Songs based heavily on vocal samples
- Songs with the word "moon" in the title

EXAMPLES
- Last Surprise, Ginza
- Ain't Nothin' Like A Funky Beat
- Moonage Daydream, Moon Theme

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All your friends know him, George Lopez has joined us to put a little mambo in your life! With his latino groove, and his acting chops, he's about to take you on a little trip. How far are we going? Well, let's find out!

SOURCES
- Songs in the mambo genre
- Songs from sitcoms popular for being on Nick@Nite
- Songs from movies and shows George Lopez has acted in 

EXAMPLES
- Mambo No. 5, I Got A Girl
- Full House theme song
- Low Rider, Porcelain Doll

California Rock [R1M7]

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ULTIMUS Tourney: The Bracket Experience

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