Second Life Kumite!
Please try to get the atrocious Bloodsport movie soundtrack out of your head long enough to read this post; it happens to me whenever I read the word kumite. Regardless, the Combat: Samurai Island system in Second Life is the home system to a recorded 12,566 unique SL account holders, with the Tokugawa Shogunate one of its ardent enthusiasts. The Shogunate, a confederation of historical Japanese sims, has announced a new tournament, called the Tokugawa Kumite, to be held during January 5 - 6, 2008.
They've also constructed an arena that spans 4 sims to be able to accommodate the largest number of spectators possible in SL; in this case, they claim an amazing 110 avatars will be able to attend. 4 ranks of competitors will be allowed to compete for the prize of 40,000L, and of course, everlasting glory. For more information on this event, contact Moondance Warrigal in-world, or go here for the FAQ and gallery photos.
[Thanks, Moondance!]
