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02-27-2011, 12:11 AM
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Finals and Conditions
Ace of Aces Tournament - Mustang Trophy
Finals* - Sunday 27th February, 0930 UTC Edal86 vs MIRGERVIN Map: The Ardennes Time of Day: Morning Weather: Good * Single 30 min Elimination Match Last edited by MACADEMIC; 02-27-2011 at 02:24 AM. 
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02-27-2011, 12:54 AM
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Interview with Edal86 before the final
Interview with Edal86, Finalist of the Ace of Aces Mustang Trophy Tournament, on the occasion of the upcoming Final between him and MIRGERVIN:
MACADEMIC: Hi Edal, and congratulations to reaching the finals. Edal86: Thank you. MACADEMIC: How do you feel? Edal86: Excited, nervous, and ready for anything. MACADEMIC: Edal, tell us a bit about how you first started flying and what inspired you. Edal86: 2002, Mexico City, my brother in law allowed me to play his Windows Flight Simulator PC game. MACADEMIC: Were you interested in aviation even before that? Edal86: Not really in aviation. The first time I experienced flying believe it or not was in a dream lol it felt so peaceful up there and I felt so in control of everything I was only 12 years old. MACADEMIC: Cloud no 9?  Edal86: Cloud no 9? MACADEMIC: Well it's a colloquialism. Edal86: Oh ok. Lol. MACADEMIC: The world is perfect and you're on cloud no 9… Edal86: But yes the inspiration in aviation came from travels in commercial airplanes and from movies. Even though my first aviation movie was independence day with Will Smith lol. MACADEMIC: In other words, you were hooked? How did it go from there? Edal86: Yes I was. That is why when I learned that sim games on PC like that existed I did a little research. I have always been fascinated with the WW2 theater also and that is how I converted from Windows Flight Simulator to IL2 1946, and in 2009 Birds of Prey. MACADEMIC: In all this time, what did you do to improve, become the pilot you are today? Edal86: Lol well a little google here and there, strength and weaknesses of planes, study my opponents. MACADEMIC: What do you think is it that makes one pilot a better fighter pilot than another? Is it a special talent, spatial orientation skills, instinct, hard work? What is it? Edal86: Have control over your nerves always, be alert, never precipitate your moves, or become repetitive. I say it is instinct, most things I do are instinct, but it also comes due to experience. MACADEMIC: Do you think in a few years time combat simulator flying could evolve into a sport, with leagues, audiences, prize money and so on? Edal86: Well, I hope combat simulators keep increasing in popularity and I do think this bright future of simulators is possible. MACADEMIC: It would be fascinating…but seriously, I think special talent is required. How much of a role does luck play? Edal86: Personally, I think 10% is luck and this luck comes from the opponent making foolish mistakes. MACADEMIC: Edal, as co organizer of this tournament you were in the priviledged position of having the two main prizes, the Estrellita and Slender Tender&Tall with you for some time. You will soon have to part with one - which one will it be? Edal86: Lol, well, both trophies are beautifully done. I would not mind keeping any of them, however Slender Tender&Tall is my main objective because it is a 1/48 scale and because it would be an honor to have the Ace of Aces title. MACADEMIC: Speaking of the Ace of Aces title, the last tournament also saw you and Mirgervin in the finals. At that time he carried the title away. What could give you the edge this time? Edal86: Last time, all planes were allowed. This time it is on P-51s which means more room for error. This is where I find my advantage. MACADEMIC: Well, we're all excited with you Edal. Thank you for the interview and good luck for tomorrow! Edal86: No hay problema camerada. Last edited by MACADEMIC; 02-27-2011 at 01:36 AM.
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02-27-2011, 12:55 AM
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Interview with MIRGERVIN before the final
Interview with MIRGERVIN on the occasion of the upcoming final of the Ace of Aces Mustang Trophy Tournament, 27th February 2011:
MACADEMIC: Hi Mirgervin, in a few hours you're going to play the final - how do you feel? MIRGERVIN: Yes I'm quite confident about it I know it won't be a walk in the park though. MACADEMIC: When did you last play each other? MIRGERVIN: Edal is very good the last time we played was a few nights ago. I was having a bad day I must say. MACADEMIC: Were you surprised to make it to the finals, and that you're facing the same opponent as in the previous Ace of Aces tournament? MIRGERVIN: I knew it would be hard to get to the finals this time round there are some great pilots that took part and I'm not that used to the P-51 as much as to some other planes. I knew Edal had a good chance of getting there too but I've felt this tournament has been very open for anyone getting to the finals. MACADEMIC: What do you think makes one pilot a better fighter pilot than another? Is it a special talent, instincts, hard work? What is it? MIRGERVIN: I suppose it's a number of aspects. Keeping your eye on the opponent is a must, also quick turning and I think one of the main rules is to keep the mind on the position of your plane. That is why I always fly in Cockpit view. If I fly in virtual cockpit I find it so hard to know what way the plane is facing. MACADEMIC: Mirgervin, what does aviation mean to you? Did your interest start before you got the game? What does the game mean to you? MIRGERVIN: I've been waiting for this game for years. I've always loved World War II planes. But this game has really made my love for these planes even greater. MACADEMIC: Mirgervin, as a finalist you're going to carry one of two beauties home with you, either Estrellita or Slender Tender&Tall - which one is it going to be? MIRGERVIN: Sorry, which is which? MACADEMIC: The big blue nosed one is Slender Tender&Tall. MIRGERVIN: Hopefully the big blue Slender Tender&Tall. I'm quite confident. MACADEMIC: Thank you very much for the interview Mirgervin, and good luck for your match! MIRGERVIN: Thank you Mac and thanks for putting this tournament on, it's been fantastic. Last edited by MACADEMIC; 02-27-2011 at 01:56 AM.
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02-27-2011, 02:12 AM
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Match for 3rd place
Ace of Aces Tournament - Mustang Trophy
Match for 3rd place* - Sunday February 27th, after Finals themeistor vs wolfsalt MAP: Berlin Time of Day: Day Weather: Hazy * Single 30 min Elimination match. Last edited by MACADEMIC; 02-27-2011 at 02:20 AM.
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02-27-2011, 02:34 PM
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Hey Guys
Just wanted to thank everyone for all the great games that ive had during this tournament and of course to Mac and edal for making the whole thing possible youve done a great job guys and ive been really glad to be apart of all of it! And thanks to gaijin for this beautiful game and for putting up the prizes! Cant wait for the sequal!!! I played themeistor today in the playoff for third place and man what a game it was he is one top Ace and not to mention a top bloke too great game buddy thanks. Finally i just want to say bad luck to edal tho i expect that nice trophy you'll be getting will make up for it and congratulations to my old mate Mergervin the Godfather and Ace of Aces of IL2! i knew you'd do it man! Ill be after you all again in the next one tho!  wolf Last edited by wolfsalt; 02-27-2011 at 03:02 PM.
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