The Christmas Chaos is heating up, and as the Quarterfinals approach, the anticipation among troops and leaders alike is at an all-time high. This weekend, we will see eight armies go head-to-head, with only four advancing to the highly coveted Semi-Finals. Let us see who the community predicts will advance to the semifinals.
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In the Qualifiers, the People’s Imperial Confederation swept the Fire Vikings with a size advantage and faster tactics, while The Bastille Vanguard dominated Special Weapons and Tactics thanks to their superior numbers and formations. The Templars overwhelmed the Winged Hussars, particularly in a decisive third room, securing a clean sweep. These victories have earned PIC, The Bastille Vanguard, and the Templars a place in the Quarter Finals, where tougher battles await.
Army of Club Penguin vs. People’s Imperial Confederation
The Army of Club Penguin enters the tournament as a top contender. They consistently dominate, holding the number one spot on the monthly top ten for four months straight. Their unmatched strategy and experience make them favorites to advance. Meanwhile, the People’s Imperial Confederation resurged under new leadership after previously ceasing operations. They aim to prove themselves against one of the tournament’s strongest teams. However, ACP’s strength raises questions. Can PIC step up and manage to take even one room in this challenging battle?
PIC battling the Fire Vikings in the Qualifiers round
Dino, Water Vikings Advisor: ACP win 3-0-0. ACP is one of the hottest armies going into Christmas Chaos—being one of only two armies capable of maxing 30 without rogues and at regular events, as well as being the most tactically prepared army this time around. I think this will be a very painless and clean victory with ACP maxing 40+ while PIC will hover at 15 or so. The main disadvantage for PIC (other than the obvious size gap which will be impossible to overcome, barring a miraculous poor performance & under-utilization of their gap by ACP—which won’t happen) is because of the latter’s size, they will be forced to battle in large rooms such as Stadium, Iceberg, and Mines. It’s worth noting PIC did battle in 2/3 of these rooms in their previous battle, but will absolutely be guaranteed to be a big room and not Ski Village or Beach.
In fact, if judges did do rooms that favored PIC’s smaller size, my estimated ACP goal of 40+ would strangle and cover PIC almost all the time. Even in a room like the Docks it will become difficult for PIC not to be covered by ACP due to the Docks’ anatomy which makes it very difficult for both small armies to thrive against bigger armies, especially if not on the same skill-level tactically. If PIC attempts a T formation again too it’d be detrimental to them due to a T form’s ineffectiveness other than maybe grabbing empty space if not covered (but at what cost with that size gap?)
Coolguy, Chief Executive Producer: ACP 3-0. I don’t think anyone could argue with this prediction, it is highly unlikely that PIC would be able to head to head against ACP. Given the big size difference between the two armies I don’t think much more needs to be said.
Dillon, S/M Army Legend: ACP 3-0.
Mark, Frostguard Legion Leader/Creator: 3-0-0 ACP for sure, no offense to my man scars but its probably not happening
Doritos of Club Penguin vs. Help Force
The Doritos of Club Penguin recently reformed and have quickly established themselves as a top contender. Since their return, they have consistently held the number one spot on the weekly top ten rankings, thanks to impressive sizes and strong performances. On the other hand, Help Force boasts a strong tournament history, including a victory in the Legends Cup this summer. However, their momentum has slowed in recent months. In November’s monthly top ten, the Doritos ranked fifth, while Help Force followed closely at sixth. Many seem to be leaning towards the Doritos in this matchup, but can Help Force rise as an underdog and pull off a surprise?
DCP’s recent Christmas training event
Dino, Water Vikings Advisor: DCP win 2-1-0. DCP, other than ACP, is the best army going into the tournament frankly with unprecedented hype and sizes in recent memory. DCP being able to tap into a massive vet pool unlike SS will carry it far. After all, SS held its own for a long time in Project Conquest II so imagine one of the most coveted vet pools and a freshly minted memberbase of its own. However, in spite of all of DCP’s potential (and while I do think a DCP-ACP semifinals is inevitable), I think HF will be able to tie a room against all odds even if at size disadvantage.
One of those rooms will either be the Inside Mines or Cove. Doritos, while on paper is a better army creativity wise, has been admittedly having some difficulties utilizing their size at top with hit-or-miss formations in these two specific rooms. If DCP maxes 70+, then there will be no way HF ever ties a room, but I’m a bit anxious about the expected turnout and HF being an underdog like it usually is tournament wise. It only takes DCP to under-utilize their size to a potential max 35 HF in those two rooms for it to be a tie. Docks can also be a wild card since I’ve never really seen much DCP action there and wonder how the newly revived DCP can think on the fly to dealing with Docks compared to Beasto who won LC OT with his co-leaders (although I do wonder if the loss of Rooboo, who won that OT room, can degrade that potential).
Coolguy, Chief Executive Producer: DCP 3-0. Nobody can argue that Help Force have had been successful as a major army but recently they have been dropping week after week. This generally happens with the army every couple of months, especially in the top ten where they go from top four to top 8. While I believe they will improve on their performance in terms of maxes through this battle, I don’t believe they will be able to match or outman the Doritos. DCP are riding high currently with great maxes which are only bound to increase. I don’t think HF will be able to compete with them this time.
Scars, PIC leader: I think HF is gonna win 1–2-0. HF showed proved themselves as a competitor in the most recent Legends Cup, maxing 70 though not placing highly on top ten.
Dillon, S/M Army Legend: DCP 3-0.
Mark, Frostguard Legion Leader/Creator: DCP with a score of 3-0-0 or 2-1-0. Theyre just maxing way too much lmao.
Rebel Penguin Federation vs. The Bastille Vanguard
The Rebel Penguin Federation stands as the most successful army in the history of the Christmas Chaos tournament. Renowned for their unmatched tactics, they enter this battle as heavy favorites. In their last tournament appearance, they narrowly lost the Legends Cup to Help Force, fueling their hunger for redemption. On the other side, The Bastille Vanguard comes in with momentum after a decisive victory in the Qualifiers against Special Weapons and Tactics. As a new army participating in their first tournament, TBV faces a monumental task. While the odds favor the legendary RPF, TBV might hope that beginner’s luck and their recent success will help them pull off an upset. This clash between an iconic powerhouse and a rising challenger promises to be one to watch!
RPF in a recent event where they maxed out 41
Dino, Water Vikings Advisor: RPF win 3-0-0. TBV maxed respectfully in their battle against SWAT and have the potential to absolutely max 20, but I expect RPF to max 30 and utilize their size far better than TBV ever can. RPF is a tactically great army even when they maxed smaller. Even after struggles to get past the MM and LC finals, they still made it to the dance and I expect them to wipe the floor with TBV even if the gap is only 10-12.
Coolguy, Chief Executive Producer: RPF 3-0. TBV intrigue me in this match up, for many armies they will be the unknown, they are new to the community but they are small force which may give other SMs a run for their money. However, it’s unfortunate for them that they have been matched against the powerhouse that is RPF. Unusually, I don’t think RPF is the favorite for this tournament, yet their path to the finals is set out for them. All they have to do is show up and perform to make it. Therefore, RPF will most likely overwhelm TBV but I’m hoping to see a good performance from the vanguard even if they’re outmanned.
Scars, PIC leader: RPF is going to win 3-0-0. RPF has always been a safe pick to win any tournament due to their massive size and vet base. TBV being a new army won’t stand a chance.
Dillon, S/M Army Legend: RPF 3-0.
Mark, Frostguard Legion Leader/Creator: RPF win 2-0-1. Although this is literally just egcp vs RPF i still think rpf is going to win this.
Aliens vs. Templars
This battle is one of the most anticipated matchups of the round. The Aliens have been making waves recently, finishing third in the November monthly top ten. Since reopening, they have consistently risen in the ranks, surprising many with their impressive performances. Although their appearance in the Project Conquest tournament was less notable, they now have a chance to shine in the Christmas Chaos. Meanwhile, the Templars are coming off a dominant victory in the Qualifiers against the Winged Hussars, showcasing their strength and determination. Historically, the Templars have performed well in tournaments and are now experiencing a resurgence after a drop in size. With one army excelling in size and rankings, and the other known for their tactical prowess, this battle lacks a clear favorite. It promises to be a thrilling clash of styles and strengths.
Templars dominating the Winged Hussars during the Qualifiers battle
Dino, Water Vikings Advisor: TCP win 3-0-0. I’ll say it now: Aliens can be a legitimate problem to TCP. TCP impressed everyone including myself with their size in the qualifers and I fully expect TCP to max more too. But even though I’ve gone on record saying Aliens isn’t really a battle army and mostly a CPJ-army, they’re going to outmax peoples’ expectations. Their CPAB training sizes have left much to be desired but they have conversely done well in practice battles and tournaments have greater stakes. I think Aliens if they push hard enough can max 25.
However, I think TCP can squeeze 40 and just keep the tactical edge. TCP had a lot of tactical issues last round such as unnecessary BWBs and AFKs which if not resolved, can lead to Aliens maybe sneaking a tie against all odds. Aliens though have consistently failed to utilize their size in formations from what I’ve read from past verdicts so if they will be in the disadvantage size wise, they need to not bunch like they have been. This will be a fun battle and I think Aliens will do better than people give them credit for, but Templars in my opinion will work. TCP should heed these warnings now though from the previous round and my advice since even if Aliens may be easy, if TCP acts all cocky beating them and thinking RPF will be the same, they will pay the price. RPF is still a far better army tactically so TCP should fix their problems with unnecessary BWBs and AFKs now before a potential semi-finals and use this round as an effective practice. It’s not 2022 where TCP’s towering size made these issues easy to brush off.
Coolguy, Chief Executive Producer: Aliens win 2-1. I think this will be the closest match of the quarter finals. Templars are no strangers to tournaments and they have seen their own success in them, but their performance of late has been lackluster. Whereas, since emerging on the scene, aliens have taken the community by storm but a big part of their success has been CPJ. This is why I think it will be the closest of the round but maybe not the best to watch. If Templars can pull up with a size of 30 (average) or more they should be able to beat Aliens without much trouble. Yet I think we could see an upset take place if they’re not careful. If you were going to bet on an underdog in this round, it would be Aliens. I can’t pretend to have seen them live and in action and it’s obvious that TCP are the more battle ready army but, and I most likely will be incorrect, but I’m predicting aliens will win.
Scars, PIC leader: Aliens 1-2-0. Aliens have a great leadership that will push them into victory. They work extremely hard and I think that effort will show in a close battle.
Dillon, S/M Army Legend: Aliens 1-1-1 (Aliens win in OT).
Mark, Frostguard Legion Leader/Creator: Templars win 2-1-0. Love the aliens but Elmikey’s return buffed the Templars way too much.
The Quarter Finals of the Christmas Chaos promise thrilling and unpredictable battles, with each matchup bringing unique storylines. Top contenders like the Army of Club Penguin and the Doritos aim to cement their dominance in this round. Meanwhile, underdogs like the People’s Imperial Confederation and The Bastille Vanguard hope to deliver stunning upsets. These battles set the stage for unforgettable clashes, keeping everyone on edge as the weekend approaches. Will the favorites deliver, or will surprises redefine the tournament’s landscape?
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