Big O is on the eve of Season 11, now 70 Coaches strong. What better way than to showcase the returning champions of Big O then to showcase them within a massive run down. Think of it as an introduction guide to foreigners and a refresher for the locals. (Once again fresh rolls you gotta earn this coverage, hard to write about a story if you haven't got one yet....).
So without further delay, let's dive in!
Division 1
Shadowhill Cowboys (Dark Elf 1910) - by Sandune
Last Seasons Result: Big O 1 1st (8/2/3)
Play Style:
Boring
Star Player:
Ultil - POMB, Tackle, Jump-Up Blitzer
Brief Bio:
Currently the odds on pick to go back to back and take out Div 1 - Sandune along with his legendary Shadowhill Cowboys are a celebrated staple of the Big O
What they say:
N/A
What the rest say:
1st - 3rd
What the *experts* say:
1st - 3rd
The Arcana (Elven Union 1960) - by Tommo
Last Seasons Result: Big O 1 2nd (8/0/5)
Play Style:
Measured
Star Player:
The Tower Reversed - MA 9, Agi 5, Block, Dodge, Leap Catcher
Brief Bio:
One of the four renowned Elf coaches of the Big O - Tommo will be looking to go one step further than last season and claim his first Division title (along with yet another playoff berth)
What they say:
1st - 4th
What the rest say:
1st - 5th
What the *experts* say:
1st - 3rd
Warc Machine III (Orc 1980) - by Lyskaris
Last Seasons Result: Big O 1 4th (7/2/4)
Play Style:
Control
Star Player:
"Leftie" Leroy III - STR 4, Agi 5, Block, Tackle, Sure Hands Blitzer
Brief Bio:
With XS4SX now over - Lyskaris will be looking to take the Warc Machine III into consecutive playoffs for the first time in their existence.
What they say:
3rd - 6th
What the rest say:
3rd - 8th
What the *experts* say:
2nd - 5th
Lazy Lounge Lizards UTD (Lizard 2000) - by Durteef Basha
Last Seasons Result: Big O 1 8th (5/3/5)
Play Style:
Control and Protect
Star Player:
Carnotaurus Chris - Block, MB, Tackle, Break Tackle, Grab Saurus
Brief Bio:
The premier Lizardman team in the Big O, Durteef has finally filled the "missing" piece of his team this off-season - the Agi 4 Skink Rox being acquired from the marketplace
What they say:
Bottom of the pack
What the rest say:
8th - 14th
What the *experts* say:
2nd -6th
Doomed Witches (Dark Elf 1820) - by JapeNZ
Last Seasons Result: Big O 1 9th (5/2/6)
Play Style:
Aggressive
Star Player:
Altharni (Block, MB, Tackle, SS, Fend) or Ruthsothea (Block, SS, Tackle, MA, Sprint) - Either Witch Elves
Brief Bio:
Battered they are, defeated they are not. The Doomed Witches may be bruised but make no mistake, remain an incredibly dangerous prospect for any coach to face
What they say:
If I can keep a squad together I'll be hoping for a play off spot
What the rest say:
4th - 10th
What the *experts* say:
3rd - 7th
Children of Ymir (Dwarf 2580) - by eFTy
Last Seasons Result: Big O 1 10th (4/3/6)
Play Style:
Have fun, try to learn better positioning
Star Player:
Too many to count
Brief Bio:
The bigger they are…. the harder they punch! By far and away the most expensive team, eFTy's Children of Ymir will be looking to make a lasting impression in his 2nd season of Div 1
What they say:
N/A
What the rest say:
5th - 9th
What the *experts* say:
7th - 12th
Muten Roshi's Bear School (Kislev 1750) - by Krusader
Last Seasons Result: Big O 1 12th (3/4/6)
Play Style:
All about the BDB plays
Star Player:
Trunks - STR 4, Block, MB, Tackle Blitzer
Brief Bio:
In a fairer world, Krusader and the Muten Roshi Bear School would be in Div 2 - but this is Bloodbowl. They have the tools to compete but are still very much rebuilding this season
What they say:
Probably worse than I'd like
What the rest say:
10th - 14th
What the *experts* say:
4th - 10th
The One True Path (Chaos 1760) - by James Typhoon
Last Seasons Result: Big O 2 1st (7/4/2)
Play Style:
Control
Star Player:
Three Toes - Agi 4, Wrestle, Tackle, Strip Ball Pestigor
Brief Bio:
James Typhoon and The One True Path has finally made landfall into Div 1. After winning Div 2 last season, he will be an early favorite to be controlling Div 1 sooner rather than later
What they say:
Upper half most likely. My teams in pretty good shape
What the rest say:
2nd - 5th
What the *experts* say:
4th - 9th
The Scuffling Dead (Necromantic 2050) - by Serj
Last Seasons Result: Big O 2 2nd (6/4/3)
Play Style:
Rely on Fenrir. Failing that, silly agi plays.
Star Player:
Fenrir Corpse-Eater Jnr - POMB, Block, Tackle, Jump -Up werewolf)
Brief Bio:
Season 10 saw The Scuffling Dead lay claim as the premier Necro team within Big O and will be entering Div 1 as arguably the best non-elf chance to take out the division
What they say:
3rd - 5th
What the rest say:
2nd - 5th
What the *experts* say:
5th - 9th
Faces of 4chan (Nurgle 2070) - by Darkness
Last Seasons Result: Big O 2 3rd (6/4/3)
Play Style:
Kill, Kill, Kill
Star Player:
/sp/ - Block, Claw, POMB, Jump-Up Pestigor
Brief Bio:
An inspired run home last season saw Darkness and his Faces of 4Chan make an unexpected playoff debut. No doubt he'll be looking forward to bring his brand of violence with him into Div 1
What they say:
Hoping for top half with lots of dead teams behind me
What the rest say:
4th - 10th
What the *experts* say:
9th - 13th
Trump's Chumps (Nurgle 2130) - by Yabby69
Last Seasons Result: Big O 2 5th (5/5/3)
Play Style:
Bash
Star Player:
Steven Mnuchin - Claw, POMB, Tackle, Block Pestigor
Brief Bio:
The second and more well-rounded of the Nurgle teams - Yabby and Trump's Chumps are expected to adapt well (and create headaches) in their debut season in Div 1
What they say:
N/A
What the rest say:
3rd - 8th
What the *experts* say:
7th - 11th
The Carroburg Comets (Human 2050) - by Road Warrior
Last Seasons Result: Big O 2 7th (5/5/3)
Play Style:
Flexible, More Defensive
Star Player:
Wilfred - Agi 5, Block, Dodge, Fend Thrower
Brief Bio:
The latest chapter in the mythical history of Big O Human teams, the Carroburg Comets enter Div 1 as a true wildcard and the dark horse for playoffs
What they say:
7th
What the rest say:
7th - 12th
What the *experts* say:
6th - 14th
Never Swapping (Necromantic 1870) - by Djoolyurn
Last Seasons Result: Big O 2 8th (4/5/4)
Play Style:
N/A
Star Player:
Up - STR 5, Block, Guard Flesh Golem
Brief Bio:
With their crown usurped last season, Djoolyurn and Never Swapping will be surely out to make a statement and reclaim their status as Big O's top Necromantic team
What they say:
N/A
What the rest say:
6th - 10th
What the *experts* say:
4th - 9th
Bright Moon Poets (Necromantic 1860) - by Alpaca Rider
Last Seasons Result: Big O 3 1st (9/3/1)
Play Style:
Conservative
Star Player:
Lupino - Block, Dodge, Tackle, Sidestep Werewolf
Brief Bio:
The youngest team starting in Div 1, Alpacarider and the Bright Moon Poets will be facing a true litmus test in Season 11 after an outstanding Season 10
What they say:
It's a very bashy division, and honestly I'm not sure I'm developed enough for it. I'll try to stay in sight of playoffs until the end.
What the rest say:
6th - 12th
What the *experts* say:
7th - 12th
Division 2
Catastrophy (Chaos 2130) - by Findeco
Last Seasons Result: Big O 1 13th (2/6/5)
Play Style:
Annihilate obliterate eradicate destroy
Star Player:
Claire - Block, Tackle, Claw Minotaur
Brief Bio:
After three seasons in Div 1, The Catastrophy have returned to their old hunting grounds - bigger and badder than ever. With new coaches and fresher teams to mangle, fans will be sure to get their blood fix
What they say:
Top 3
What the rest say:
4th - 10th
What the *experts* say:
3rd - 8th
The Nurgtown Crooners (Nurgle 2070) - by Cynergy
Last Seasons Result: Big O 2 11th (3/5/5)
Play Style:
Terrible
Star Player:
The Bearded Aunt - MB, Block, Claw, Guard, STR 5 Warrior
Brief Bio:
Finishing the lowest of the Nurgle Triad in Season 10, Cynergy and the Nurgtown Crooners may have found a new lease on life. Star import The Bearded Aunt rounds out an daunting task for rival coaches for Season 11
What they say:
5th
What the rest say:
2nd - 5th
What the *experts* say:
3rd - 8th
Leaping Lizardss (Lizard 2060) - by Seriassam
Last Seasons Result: Big O 2 14th (2/4/7)
Play Style:
Bashy, haphazard and inconsistent =P
Star Player:
Captain Jack Harkness - STR 3, Agi 4, Block, Sidestep, Sure Feet Skink
Brief Bio:
A shock Season 10 saw pre-season fancies go on to claim the wooden spoon. A little older, wiser and more experienced Seriassam will be looking to avoid last season's fate and make his playoff debut
What they say:
I think i might finish middle to middle bottom
What the rest say:
8th - 14th
What the *experts* say:
4th - 9th
The Way of the Leaf (Halfling 1110) - by Chubberson
Last Seasons Result: Big O 3 2nd 7/3/3)
Play Style:
Not Orthodox
Star Player:
The Black Wind - Agi 5, Sprint, Sure Feet, Catch Halfling
Brief Bio:
History maker, record breaker. Chubberson and The Way of the Leaf has broken the mold - the highest placing of any stunty team in ReBBL history with a Round of 32 appearance in the playoffs. Unprecedented grounds await
What they say:
3rd - 5th
What the rest say:
2nd - 8th
What the *experts* say:
9th - 14th
Winged Centaurs (Chaos Dwarf 1870) - by Aussie Viking
Last Seasons Result: Big O 3 3rd (6/3/4)
Play Style:
Chorfs?
Star Player:
Mindy - MA 9, Break Tackle, Block, Tackle, MB Bull Centaur
Brief Bio:
Entering Season 11, AussieViking and the Winged Centaurs look set to take centre stage of Div 2. The clear successor of past Chorf giant - The Emperor Says, Aussie has the chance to make his mark within the Big O
What they say:
Due to 4 weeks holidays - Mid of the table
What the rest say:
8th - 14th
What the *experts* say:
4th - 9th
Celebrity Veg 2.0 (Kislev 1840) - by DestructionDarb
Last Seasons Result: Big O 3 4th (5/4/4)
Play Style:
Aggressive with a flair for reactive play
Star Player:
Christian Kale - MA 8, STR 3, Dodge, Block, Sidestep Catcher
Brief Bio:
Much like last season, Div 2 hosts the premier Kislev team - Celebrity Veg 2.0. Well rounded, battle tested and well equipped to deal with any team, it's no surprise they're an early favorite for a Top 3 finish
What they say:
I think I can scrape third, I have decent matchups against the hybrids / agility teams
What the rest say:
3rd - 10th
What the *experts* say:
1st - 5th
Bar Room Blusterers (Wood Elf 1490) - by Varksen
Last Seasons Result: Big O 4 1st (8/3/2)
Play Style:
Measured but tenacious
Star Player:
Amallara - Block, Sidestep, Diving Tackle, Guard, Agi 5 Catcher
Brief Bio:
Big O's best performer last season, lasting until the final 8 of the playoffs. Now returning as a proven commodity, all eyes will be on Varksen to see if he can take the Bar Room Blusterers back to playoffs
What they say:
I'd like to think that after my run last season that I could make it to the play-offs again. But it'll depend on a lot of luck going my way and some decent development on the team (somehow).
What the rest say:
1st - 5th
What the *experts* say:
3rd - 8th
Clash of Comrades (Kislev 1600) - by Walkerthon
Last Seasons Result: Big O 4 2nd (7/5/1)
Play Style:
A bit silly but always fun
Star Player:
Mao - Agi 5, Dodge, Sure Hands Catcher
Brief Bio:
After going underneath the radar in Season 10, Walkerthon and the Clash of Comrades are leaping into Division 2 as the "little" of two Kislev teams. The big question will be can he start turning some of those draws into wins?
What they say:
Middle of the pack, but hopefully I can get lucky!
What the rest say:
3rd - 6th
What the *experts* say:
4th - 8th
Chaos from Laos (Chaos 1930) - by rsVordoca
Last Seasons Result: Big O 4 3rd (8/1/4)
Play Style:
Philosophically aggressive
Star Player:
Bounnhang Vorachith - Claw, Juggernaut, Guard, Tenticles, Pile On Minotaur
Brief Bio:
The biggest surprise packet from Season 10, Vordoca exploded onto the scene in Div 4 and was perhaps unlucky not to make playoffs (pipped by eventual Top 8 finalist Varksen in Week 13). Season 11 will be the litmus test
What they say:
3rd
What the rest say:
5th - 10th
What the *experts* say:
8th - 13th
Cold Coast Creeps (Underworld 1610) - by SamSlade
Last Seasons Result: Big O 4 4th (6/3/4)
Play Style:
Gambling
Star Player:
Powerhouse - Claw, POMB, Jump-Up Blitzer
Brief Bio:
An old name with an exciting young team - SamSlade will be looking to push his luck and go all in to make a return to playoffs in Season 11
What they say:
Poorly... and dead
What the rest say:
10th - 14th
What the *experts* say:
6th - 10th
The Ball Pinchers (Wood Elf 1760) - by Gdaynick
Last Seasons Result: Big O 5A 1st (8/1/1)
Play Style:
Adaptable
Star Player:
Maximus Donger - MB, Tackle, Strip Ball Wardancer
Brief Bio:
Arguably the best Wood Elf team in the Big O (after the School of Dance's sudden swansong), The Ball Pinchers meteoric rise looks unstoppable and a return for coach Gdaynick to Div 1 seems inevitable
What they say:
Make finals
What the rest say:
1st - 3rd
What the *experts* say:
1st - 3rd
Very Dead Corpses (Necromantic 1780) - by Filippo91
Last Seasons Result: Big O 5B 1st (7/3/0)
Play Style:
Good in defense, suck at offense. Cautious
Star Player:
I'm Missing My Face - Block, Tackle, POMB Werewolf
Brief Bio:
An outstanding rookie season sees the Very Dead Corpses shambling their way in Div 2, where coach Filippo will be looking to avoid 2nd year blues and continue building his potent squad
What they say:
Bottom half, it's gonna be a tough one, as all the players are experienced and there's some really good team around. I feel this season is gonan be a good school for me
What the rest say:
8th - 12th
What the *experts* say:
9th - 14th
Off Work Boyz (Orc 1650) - by Sherlock77
Last Seasons Result: Big O 5B 2nd (6/2/2)
Play Style:
Bashy, throwing game sometimes
Star Player:
Slippery Hands - Block, Accurate, Agi 4 Thrower
Brief Bio:
Another strong coach from 5B , Sherlock and his Orcs found some infamy in the Play-Ins - physically dismantling his first two opponents. The spearhead of the next generation of Big Orcs
What they say:
I'll be lucky to get 8th place, or top half
What the rest say:
10th - 14th
What the *experts* say:
6th - 12th
Flying Rainbow Ponies (High Elf 1770) - by Hiruma Majere
Last Seasons Result: GMAN 3 11th (2/4/7)
Play Style:
Air Raid Muscle Boyz
Star Player:
Erugoldur Kavavanlhûn - STR 4 Block, Dodge, Sidestep, Tackle Blitzer
Brief Bio:
A favorite son returns from abroad, bringing his famed Flying Rainbow Ponies back with him. Gone are the perpetual injuries and niggles of the past, replaced by muscle and malice as Hiruma looks poised to create a massive statement
What they say:
If the right schedule is gotten, I think a Top 2 finish is likely
What the rest say:
2nd - 5th
What the *experts* say:
4th - 7th
Division 3
Gods Of Fate (High Elf 1600) - by The Ultimo Bumm
Last Seasons Result: Big O 3 7th (3/5/5)
Play Style:
Elves that are willing to risk getting hit
Star Player:
Laima - STR 4, Block, Dodge Catcher
Brief Bio:
Lauded in past seasons for their limitless ceiling - the Gods of Fate need to start delivering on that promise. With all the makings of Big O's next great High Elf team, we're expecting big things from them in Season 11
What they say:
First! Everything else is a disgrace.
What the rest say:
6th - 10th
What the *experts* say:
1st - 6th
Monty's Tosspots (Halfling 1450) - by Skybluemonty
Last Seasons Result: Big O 3 8th (0/2/11)
Play Style:
Very Monty-esque
Star Player:
Horatio Hornblower - STR 1, Agi 4, Strip Ball, Sprint, Sure Feet, Jump-Up Halfling
Brief Bio:
The lovable Monty returns! And with one major goal in mind - Guiding Horatio Hornblower from Halfling Superstar into Legend
What they say:
Last
What the rest say:
10th - 14th
What the *experts* say:
10th - 14th
That's Chaos Theory (Lizard 1630) - by RhysA
Last Seasons Result: Big O 5A 4th (5/1/4)
Play Style:
Field Control
Star Player:
Clever Girl - MA 9, Block Skink
Brief Bio:
After toiling with The 08th MS Team Rhys has returned to more traditional roots. After a strong showing last season (including a Round of 64 appearance in play-offs) Rhys will be looking to develop into the next Lizard powerhouse
What they say:
I'd like to say I can do well if I don't lose too many saurus to the two scary as hell chorf teams, top 5 is my goal.
What the rest say:
1st - 5th
What the *experts* say:
3rd - 6th
Less Useful Mutants (Chaos 1490) - by Schlice
Last Seasons Result: Big O 5A 3rd (5/3/2)
Play Style:
Instinctually calculated
Star Player:
No standout. Everyone is disappointing in their own special way.
Brief Bio:
Gone is used rat salesman, replaced by his true form - the Genetic Madman Schleece! Armed (severally) with his Less Useful Mutants, Div 3 will be turned into his testing grounds
What they say:
4th and just out of playoff contention. As is tradition.
What the rest say:
2nd - 7th
What the *experts* say:
1st - 3rd
Heavy Metal Massacre (Necromantic 1410) - by Starkeweather
Last Seasons Result: Big O 5A 7th (1/4/5)
Play Style:
N/A
Star Player:
Tom Araya - Block, Dodge, MB Werewolf
Brief Bio:
A fan favourite and true wildcard, Starke returns to the limelight bringing forth chaos in the form of a Heavy Metal Massacre - the next line of Big O Necromantic teams
What they say:
N/A
What the rest say:
7th - 12th
What the *experts* say:
3rd - 6th
Wood Land Warriors (Wood Elf 1650) - by Haz1079
Last Seasons Result: Big O 5A 8th (1/2/6)
Play Style:
I like to win but don’t mind taking a risky/ fun play
Star Player:
Jackson Storm - MA 9, Tackle, Sure Hands Wardancer
Brief Bio:
In spite of a brutal Season 10, Haz and his Wood Land Warriors enter Season 11 in remarkable shape. Lead by star Wardancer - Jackson Storm, they're expected to take the Div… well by storm
What they say:
Mid table
What the rest say:
6th - 10th
What the *experts* say:
4th - 14th
Hi Ho off to Work we GO! (Chaos Dwarf 1840) - by Zygmund
Last Seasons Result: Big O 5B 4th (4/3/3)
Play Style:
Positional play with a sinister delight at hitting things
Star Player:
Me SCORE - Block, Dodge, Sure Hands, Agi 3 Bull Centaur
Brief Bio:
The Big O Chorf revival is alive and perhaps none are as nasty or as spiteful than Zygmund's batch. Armed with no shortage of Mighty Blow, there will be plenty of bodies left in their wake
What they say:
I think if I dont suffer key injuries I should come top 3
What the rest say:
1st - 5th
What the *experts* say:
6th - 10th
Boo Khaki Seamen Spray (Necromantic 1390) - by Munkey Chunks
Last Seasons Result: Big O Eurogamer 1st (4/0/1)
Play Style:
N/A
Star Player:
Spits - Block, Dodge, MB Werewolf
Brief Bio:
It's taken 6 seasons but Munkey appears to have discovered a newfound secret to success! By trading his old 2+ actions for fresh 3+ dice rolls, Munkeychunks has a new lease of life and might be unstoppable now unhindered by Nuffle's cruelty
What they say:
N/A
What the rest say:
3rd - 6th
What the *experts* say:
2nd - 6th
Scintillant Snotballz (Goblin 1210) - by Dalryk
Last Seasons Result: Big O Eurogamer 4th (3/0/2)
Play Style:
Try to kill everything, then run away if that doesn't work
Star Player:
Tumble - Pro Troll
Brief Bio:
Season 10 saw the exit of one Goblin team, so it's only right that Season 11 sees another take it's place - Dalryk and the Scintillant Snotballz, after a fantastic debut in the EuroGamer Cup will have no shortage of fans this season
What they say:
I won't come first, but I won't come last. Anything else depends on the winds of Nuffle
What the rest say:
10th - 14th
What the *experts* say:
10th - 14th
Squeeky Blinders (Skaven 1640) - by Randomaxomus
Last Seasons Result: REL 7 7th (5/3/5)
Play Style:
N/A
Star Player:
John Colby - MA 10, Wrestle, Strip Ball, Two Heads Gutter Runner
Brief Bio:
Coming across from REL, Randomaxomus and his Squeeky Blinders enter Big O as the only Skaven in a developed division. With a legacy of strong rat teams, Randomaxomus has the chance to join that group
What they say:
N/A
What the rest say:
4th - 8th
What the *experts* say:
6th - 10th
Pseudointellectuals (Necromantic 1560) - by YFGAS
Last Seasons Result: REBBRL Graduate - 1st Season in the Majors
Play Style:
Definitely a somewhat reactionary player on offence and a more agressive player on defence.
Star Player:
Kant - Agi 4, Block, Dodge, Sidestep Werewolf
Brief Bio:
A graduate from the Walkerthon school of learning, YFGAS will be continuing the infestionation of Necromantic teams coming through the Big O ranks. We'll be looking forward to seeing how he adapts to the majors
What they say:
I'd like to think i'll be able to take a spot in the top 2 but I'll really be gunning for top spot.
What the rest say:
5th - 10th
What the *experts* say:
2nd - 14th
Zoltons Zwords (Chaos Dwarf 1850) - by MrMonster
Last Seasons Result: REBBRL Graduate - 1st Season in the Majors
Play Style:
The ol bash n grind
Star Player:
What a load of bull - MA 6, Claw Minotaur
Brief Bio:
The second of two ReBBRL coaches stepping up into the majors - MrMonster and the Zoltons Zwords might be the next Chorf powerhouse out of the Big O
What they say:
Just outside the qualifiers, so 4th or 5th
What the rest say:
3rd - 6th
What the *experts* say:
8th - 14th
This has been Lyskaris, best of luck to all you Big O coaches for Season 11. Special thanks to Le Zee for his time and efforts.