Profile for KC Managra

MPA SPECIAL ATTACKS!

Julie
Text Effect
While not directly offensive, this move is still quite potent. The attack changes the text colour of your writing to her colour. This has, in extreme cases, resulted in players having epileptic fits, rendering them unable to play, and easily passable by Julie
How to Avoid
Never ever talk to Julie

Miss Dynamite
Normally, lag does not help a player. Normally they are helpless in its clutches. Julie however, is the exception to the rule. Julie is what we can only call The Grand High Mistress of Lag. She has got it down to art form. She can freeze in place at any time rendering her true flight path unknown, and explode in a shower of bullets at will. Some have likened this explosions, to bombs, dynamite blasts, or even supernovas. One thing is for sure, no one survives the ensuring blast. However, she has extended this ability beyond even herself. She can induce this effect on other players, slowing their movement (but not stopping them like she would appear to) making them easier targets for everyone else. She infects all players slowly with this, making it a very debilitating attack compared to a disease.
How to Avoid
SUPER SPIN ATTACK!
 

Purpleshade
Morals and Ethics
If Purpleshade begins to lose the match she deploys this technique. It takes many shapes and forms, listed below are but a few
1.    Questioning the size of your ego
2.    Unfavourably comparing how nice you are with other players
3.    Generic insults (especially 'mean')
4.    Feigning misery at how cruel you are
The purpose of this attack is to make you feel merciful enough to stop killing her altogether. This is when she will pounce on your generosity, and murder you repeatedly
How to Avoid
Ignore her at all costs when she starts to lose the match
 

Shana
Animal Assault
Plucking an animal from her ear, she will hurl it at you (usually while the animal is on fire) and relentlessly beat you with it. Used mainly against spammers, it is effective against all, and is to be avoided at all costs. Her personal favourite is the flaming whale.
How to Avoid
Don't spam the chat while Shana is around


Gorkak
Striptease
If the game is not going Gorkak's way, he unleashes this move, one of the most potent support abilities a player can have. Essentially, he plays naked. While using this ability his accuracy and evasion are doubled.
How to Avoid
It's an unstoppable attack. Just, no matter what else you do, don't say “pics nao”
Sock!
The same as The Full Monty, but Gorkak opts to put one sock on. Where we puts it on he will not say, but the performance increase surpasses the one given by Striptease. However, it cannot be used often; the sock is known to make Gorkak hot, and in need of a shower. It is used only in very difficult matches
How to Avoid
See 'Striptease'

Beachbabe
RAWR!
A loud cry of “RAWR” is uttered to the desired target. Used to intimidate opponents, the RAWR is known to deafen those with sensitive hearing for over an hour.
How to Avoid
Don't be intimidated! When this comes on your screen, be prepared to fire!

Music To Your Ears
Beachbabe sings to you. Can be a distraction, an annoyance, amusing, or downright flattering depending on how seriously you take it. Regardless, this is a variant on the RAWR attack, although some argue this is far more potent due to the persistence Beachbabe shows when typing lyrics. Whole songs have proved to be fatal to a player's entire score.
How to Avoid
If you hear the words “this song is dedicated to (your name here)” switch tabs, close the browser, or at least look away from your monitor. Do not come back until the attack is finished

Mcgillicutty
God Mode
This move is the reason Mcgillicutty is widely regarded as the best player to ever enter a MPA room. This attack can be activated at any time, without warning. This attack induces a trance-like state upon Mcgillicutty, words are few, but skills are plentiful. Some say he is invincible during this attack. Studies show that Mcgillicutty is in God Mode approximately 97% of the time he plays the game.
How to Avoid
Stay out the room. Don't cross his path. Avoid him at all costs until the attack wears off, which could be several hours from when it starts to take effect, because nothing you will ever do will kill this guy.



Pronounced
Reconnaissance
This is a two part attack. It shall be covered as such
1.    Pronounced films you in battle. He films everyone in battle.
2.    Once the video is complete he studies it. He studies it hard. He will watch you, examine for weaknesses in your game, work out how to kill you, and put it into practise immediately. However, he also studies your strengths. How do you kill? He knows what you will do. He knows what to expect. And you....do not.
How to Avoid
Pronounced lags a lot more than normal when filming. If you notice this, do not play for the next 10 minutes. He will have stopped filming by that time expires

404
Skillz?!
404 has no need for silly special attacks. He relies on good old fashioned skills to win. And he does it well, very few people have a chance against this player. He kills, he dodges, he cracks good jokes, what more could you ask for from a MPA player? I grant you, this is a special attack sheet, but 404 is a special player in himself, and this is why he is included.
How to Avoid
Have more skillz than 404 has

ATTACK NOW REDUNDANT 

Shadow and McCrunchnut
Double Team
Alone, they are like any other MPA players. Granted, they are decent alone, but when they are in the same room together, they combine powers to launch this attack. They attack together, they defend each other, they let each other get the items. Rumours are oft circulated that their partnership is so great that shadow has even sacrificed himself to improve McCrunchnut's score. Regardless, united together, they are a formidable force. They are even known to rival Gorkak's Sock attack in strength.
How to Avoid
Break the partnership. Spread rumours about each of them to the other. Do whatever it takes to ensure they never work together again.

Drutt
CHAAAAAAAARGE!
Fighting Drutt is tricky at the best of times. However, when she uses this move, she becomes like a bull, furiously charging and pursuing its prey, never letting up until they have been killed. Although it may seen easy to turn around and fire backwards, this bull is cleverer than that!
So how do you stop it?
How to Avoid
Drutt's weakness is the edges. Bamboozle her with some moves on the edge then counter before she can get a target lock on you again!

Yes, even I have one....

KC Managra
Score Crush
Directly offensive, most commonly used when KC is in possession of the tri cannon, although it can be used with any level gun, it just takes longer. When used, most, if not all players, suffer deaths that send their scores into negative points, and, if they are members, dramatically decreases their position on the high score table.
How to Avoid
Keep KC away from weapon powerups. If that fails, go all out against him until he falls. Allowing him time to grab a health and recuperate will only weaken your chances of wiping him out.
 

may300m

ZOMGAR

Do you know what a GAR is? No, I didn't either, until I met may300m. The seemingly random spouting of GAR that May will use seeks to confuse you. What is GAR? What does it mean? Why is she saying this? As I'm sure any fellow player is aware, any sort of distraction from the battle can prove deadly. You will spawn, May will say GAR, and then before you know it you will be drifting aimlessly through the arena....you might refocus your attention in a few seconds but by then it's too late....

How to avoid

Be confused no longer

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gar 

xxx

DEDICATED TO xxx

Because although he doesn't have a special attack of sorts, he's an absolutely kickass player. He somewhat fades a little in larger rooms, but face him 1v1 and you'll have a real fight on your hands. Do not underestimate this player under any cirumstances.

We love you xxx! 

  Also, 313!

  Right click and press 'view image' for the larger version

The most recent 313 in the collection. Done only today! (well 2/8/08, it was today at the time of writing)

xxx did a very good job of taking points off me for this one, had he been able to stay longer I might not have made it. Or maybe I'd have recovered and got the better of him =) Unfortunately he had to go fairly early, and from then on the main threat came from Typhoon. However, this person was not enough to halt the surge of killing to reach this 313!

I bet you never did photoshop this did you 404?

Something else 404-related

I think MPA didn't like me that day

She doesn't do it much nowadays....but here is Julie unleashing the full fury of a Text Effect Attack!

Also featured is the uberness of Mcgillicutty (m) 

The Magic of the 1000's!

 And finally.....

People sometimes ask me 'how can I get better at MPA?'

There is no one simple suggestion I can make that will suddenly make you kickass all over the place, however, I can offer you ten simple tips that might help you go from -100 to +100. As long as you're not fighting mcgillicutty that is.

Tip 1- Learn to control your ship properly.

Sounds obvious, but too many people have been slain due to poor control. This forms the basis for pretty much every other rule. You need to know how quickly your ship can turn, how quickly you can evade a level three bullet, and so survive. There's plenty of opportunity to practise when no one else is in the room, so there's no excuses for being caught in a someone firing in a continuous straight line.

Tip 2- Pickups=Kills

Unless going for that red cross is tantamount to suicide, get it immediately. Because if you don't, either you'll be shot and killed at a later point when you could have healed, or your adversary will manage to get it right before you unleash that final killing blow their way.

Tip 3- Everyone you know hates you.

Don't expect to make friends here. By all means, form a temporary truce to wipe out that git with the level three laser, but once he's gone, don't expect them to not turn around and kill you straight afterwards.

Oh, and there is NO TEAM OPTION. Don't ask for one.

Tip 4- Don't be predictable.

Be random in your movements. Don't let your enemy think they know where you will go. Or even better, make them fire completely in the wrong direction. Common predictable movements involve flying in straight lines and spinning in circles, all with the guns blazing. Unfortunately it doesn't often work, unless the person you're up against is as predictable as you.

Tip 5- Use the walls.

This is a trickier one. If your opponent is stationary, but firing a wall of bullets your way, go round the wall and slay their lazy asses. Other than that, the usage really does depend on the situation. The best players know exactly how to use these tactics, and the only way you become like them is through practise.

Tip 6- Talking Kills.

No really, it does. If you want to type that message, be prepared to get shot. Hey, talking is fun, it makes the game more fun, but I just thought I'd point it out, so you're not surprised when it happens.

Tip 7-HAX!

Actually it's not. That was patched up a long time ago. So the chances are they're simply better than you.

Tip 8- Freeze!

If someone moves slowly and erratically, but you can't quite seem to hit them despite all shots being on target, get a shield and be ready to use it. Their computer is lagging, but sooner or later it'll catch up, and all the bullets they fired in that time will be released onto the screen in a large (bullet) wall of death. Evasion is impossible.

Tip 9- Fire for the Future

If you shoot at your enemy in their position, you will miss, unless for some reason they are not moving. Instead, anticipate where your opponent will be in a seconds time, and shoot there instead. You'd be surprised how quickly this one can raise your kill count.

Tip 10-Don't give up!

You may be new, you may be down on -20 points, but don't quit! The only way you're going to get better is through practise. If you simply can't beat the git across the screen from you, try talking to them a bit. People aren't completely mercenary here, and you never know, they might just let you in on a few tips and tricks providing the first thing you say to them isn't something that you might utter in accordance with rule 8.

Need further help?

http://www.youtube.com/user/DizurtFox

NO, this user is not me, but someone else. However, you may find their videos useful for a few more tips. 

An ode to MPA

If you can survive when all about you

Are shooting their guns and aiming at you

If you can trust yourself when all players doubt you

Dodge their bullets, and kill them too

If you can evade one, and not be shot by another

Or take careful aim, and fire accurately

Or reach the health, and then recover

And yet, not brag too much after a killing spree

If you can win-and not make winning your master

If you can lose-and take losing in your stride

If you can meet with triumph and disaster

And, no matter what, keep your pride

If you can bear to see the skill you've shown

Twisted by newbies, and turned into cheating

Or watch your score suddenly drop like a stone

And yet, carry on, even while taking a beating

If you can stand up and face a tough guy

And finally challenge them to a duel

And lose, yet still keep your head held high

And not listen to the words of fools

If you can hold your nerve, and carry on

To face an enemy no matter what or who

And, to respawn when all your life is gone

And keep firing, to the noise of “pew pew”

If you can battle with crowds and dodge every shot

Or battle with Kings-yet keep your feet on the ground

If the trolls cannot make you lose the plot

If all players know you and your name is renowned

If you can survive every unforgiving minute

Make mistakes, and yet not be outdone

Yours is MPA, and everything in it

And-which is more-you'll be a Champion my son!

(with apologies to Rudyard Kipling) 

FOR THOSE OF YOU MISSING THE DINGBATS

OH DEAR

Not a good start now was it?

KC Managra 4-1 Julie

Mcgillicutty 4-1 Purpleshade

Derby 4-1 Leicester

xxx 4-1 Fiona

404 4-1 KC Managra (well....maybe one day)

 kit kat 4-1 Shana

Gorkak 4-4 Blind

Yes, I know they're normally pictures, but I came up with a bunch that don't need drawing out, thus saving me valuable file space.

Usual schedule of change applies.

And don't forget....answers by PM please.