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Sorry Mystique but Tasky just has much more higher end feats then her, including but not limited to holding his own(if not beating) guys like Captain America, Deadpool, Spider-Man, Iron Fist, Bucky, Daredevil, he even beat Venom once with a flaming sword.

There seems to be an issue, please hold as it's being worked on.

Ladies and Gents, I am proud to say. We are locked in! Drafting starts Friday! (Warning most of these bouts will be non-combat related and will require MULTIPLE uses per characters. Please consider this.)

Good match. Mystique always finds a way out of danger although it is hard to see her take down Taskmaster.

Holy guacamole, Batman! Another fun and creative match!

No magic or special moves you say, hmmm... Sonic and his friends strike me as the type to roughhouse for fun. I'll go with Big the Cat.

Even though he is teamed with a child I believe Tammy Gavin is the scrappiest fighter in this group. Also, can't count out Wiseau swerving on his teammate to try and join the other team.

Even without the morphing, Tommy Oliver is the best fighter in the bunch over Tommy Gunn so his team prevails.

Draft rule change! Due to the difficulty in the draft, there will be an immediate rule change to help balance out the picks. Previous rule: Characters must not have been used officially on the website prior to the draft. Revised rule: Character must have been used 5 or less times on a rated or fantasy draft on the website previously. To help everyone who has already drafted, I will be returning all previously accepted teams to a non accepted state, the characters will be returned on request. All teams that had been previously accepted will still qualify if they wish to keep their team as is. All other rules remain. Please enjoy

Going with Totoro

Flash Fiction Challenge: "Just a Prank, Bro?" This Flash Fiction challenge has a maximum Word Count of 2500 words per entry. The match set-up must be 2500 words or less. Use a word count tool to verify your entry. Theme: "Just a Prank, Bro!" Two characters are involved in a situation where one has perpetrated a "prank" on the other. However, the prank has gone horribly wrong, resulting in significant negative consequences for the recipient. The prankster, despite the obvious distress and damage caused, still believes it was "just a prank" and struggles to understand the other character's reaction. The central conflict arises from this fundamental difference in perspective and the fallout from the failed prank. Examples: A character pulls a seemingly harmless prank that accidentally leads to the loss of something deeply valuable to the other. The prankster laughs it off, while the victim is devastated. One character orchestrates an elaborate "surprise" that backfires spectacularly, causing public humiliation, injury, or significant financial loss to the other. The prankster is oblivious to the severity, still expecting amusement. A villain, in their twisted sense of humor, commits a destructive act, labeling it a "prank" to downplay the harm caused to a hero or innocent bystander. Two friends with vastly different senses of humor engage in a prank war that escalates to a point where one character's life is genuinely disrupted, but the other insists it's all in good fun. Players: Players must use two contenders (and only two) in a 1 vs. 1 scenario. The two contenders can be anyone from any category of the CBUB Character Database for this challenge. The "prank" and its consequences must be the central focus of the conflict. Matches: Players will create One Tournament match during the challenge period with the above theme. And only one. Entries will be judged based on creativity, portrayal of the characters' contrasting perspectives, the impact of the "prank," and overall storytelling quality. Prizes: 1 Grand Prize - $25 Digital Visa Gift Card

Returned How have all of the sailor scouts not been used already? Approved.

Well friend if you’re as big as a Power Rangers nerd as me then your knowledge of all their lore plus Zedd’s powers should lead you to winning. But I guess we’ll just have to see if you’re really that guy or not.

This is not a clean or happy win. If this were on screen, it would have all the emotional tension and grit of a “Rangers lose one of their own” moment. Jason likely collapses from energy depletion, the Sword of Power is destroyed, and Zedd is left smoldering in a crater—but not dead. He escapes. Barely. The Rangers win this fight, but the war? Still raging.

@ThePhenomenalOne : The Underachievers has joined the approved teams list.

Team Movie-Brat is our first approved team! https://cbub.comicbookuniversebattles.com/cbub/cbubcats/showfantasyteam?ftid=374

I had to roll back some cosmetics that were effecting the draft, I will look tonre add them at the conclusion of the draft.

The issue should now be resolved! Let the drafting begin!

Yeah but I get the "You caught us at a bad time" page with the Huntress.

Working on it now. It'll take a few minutes.

As I get ready to open the drafts in a few hours, I just want to introduce that this time around 3 AI will also be participating. Gemini (Google), Claude (Anthropic), Grok (X), and Chat GPT Will all be drafting and participating in their respective matches. The four AI will be controlled by myself as far as when and how often they post, however, they will choose their own characters (They will draft LAST as to not take any characters from actual members.) and they will choose how best to defend their characters. Additionally regardless of their points, the non AI member with the highest score will be considered the winner.

Good set-up and matchup, Movie-Brat. This is a good crossover I could see unfolding officially. As for the match, if this were straight H2H, I'd say that Serpentor would be a little too much for Falcon. With both their respective gears, though, Sam seems to have the edge, as he's more maneuverable in the air than Serpentor in his air chariot, and Sam's wings and shield show protect him from Serpentor's attacks and eventually overwhelm the Cobra emperor.

Pretty good addition to your Unforeseen Simulation Joint arc, Venom, but pretty short. As for the match, after looking up both young kaijus, I think I agree that Zilla may have the edge due to being bigger and possibly stronger.

I almost want to vote for Zilla Jr. out of spite for that dreadful movie, but I believe Zilla with the size advantage can take it.

I wish I had something more substantive to contribute but of all the 80s IPs, I somehow completely missed M.A.S.K. I had to look it up. I also had to look up Peggy's flight capabilities since I never watched the show, to my surprise, she has them. As in your other match I think this a great pull for a villain for a Captain America style hero. A two book crossover event that has Peggy emerging victorious. I think Miles fits as a potential villain but from what I have seen by looking him up I don't believe he has enough to defeat Captain America. You've come back with some fun matches, and I look forward to seeing what is next.

Good pairing for this match. Serpentor is a worthy challenge for Sam, but I think he still takes it. Still need to watch the new Cap movie.

Good set-up, broadway. Frankly, I'm surprised that it looks like Taskmaster and Mystique haven't encountered each other in the comics. As for the match, since per the set-up, Taskmaster has spent three months looking for (and therefore likely studying) Mystique, he probably has something in his arsenal that can help take her out, and therefore may have the slight edge. Otherwise, Mystique might just narrowly escape in a random encounter.

Done

Great job, Movie-Brat! The match up definitely gave me Brave New World vibes especially considering Sidewinder and the Seperent Society have a big snake theme.

Welcome back. Need to freshen up on my Sailor Moon lore, but I think Kamala can take this.

They have all been approved!

It’s tough since Sailor Moon characters are usually more OP then they look, but I do think Kamala’s experience with weird villainy could make her tailor made for this.

I’m here baby, team will be average.

I am going to go with Ladybug of the Bullet Train variety. Always manages to come out okay amidst his confusion.

I'd say this is one the Predator is outmatched.

The Unforeseen Simulation Joint: Part 64 -------- Summary: The mystery-being known as Cloud X9 has trapped all the CBUB Characters inside the Unforeseen Simulation Joint. The only way the CBUB Characters can get out is for them to fight each other to the death. There can only be one winner that will be allowed to get out of the dome. With no other choice, the CBUB Characters get into one massive battle. -------- Rumi Usagiyama coughed up blood, as her torso was impaled by a giant sword. “Pitiful.” Tia Halibel said, before the Arrancar flew up in the air with her weapon carrying the rabbit hero. Soon both Halibel and Rumi were high above the lake in the Flood Zone. “In the end little rabbit, you were nothing, but fish food.” Halibel said, as she swung her sword down, which caused Rumi to be loosened from the weapon. Before Rumi’s body could hit the water, Mega Shark came jumping out of the lake. Once Rumi fell into the giant jaws, she was eaten alive by the giant shark. The megalodon fell back into the water and swam deep into the lake. “Well, that was unexpected. But it worked out in the end. Now that beef carrot cake is out of the way, I can get my revenge on that bitch Avatar.” Halibel said. “You got bigger things to worry about.” Someone said. Halibel turned around and saw another woman that was hovering in the air too. “Because now you will be facing my wrath. For I am Storm.” She spoke. “Who?” Halibel asked. “You Know! From X-Men!” Storm exclaimed. “You mean from those garbage comic books?” Halibel asked. “Comic Books aren’t garbage!” Storm yelled. “Not until they’re used as toilet paper. Giving how bad modern day comic books are, they're probably clogging up the sewer system.” Halibel said. “And let me guess, you think Manga is much better?” Storm asked. “At least Manga tells better stories and inspires great shows and movies.” Halibel said. “Well, you’re forgetting one thing.” Storm said. “What’s that?” Halibel asked. Storm used her powers to make storm clouds appear around her and Halibel. “That we comic book characters are superior to you anime characters.” She said. “Oh, how cute. Even though we’re trapped in the dome, you can control the weather in here. But that little trick won’t save you when I chop off your head!” Halibel yelled, as she along with her giant sword, rushed towards Storm. “But Trix are for kids.” Nappa said. “Damn it, Nappa.” Vegeta said. “Did someone say Trix!” The Trix Rabbit yelled with joy. -------- So, here is the next part to my arc. While there are other characters fighting each other in the dome, this match will focus on Storm and Tia Halibel. Think of the other fights as obstacles for the two ladies. I hope everyone will enjoy this match. Who will win?

Decent Unforeseen Simulation Joint match, @Venom 2009, but still kinda short. I chuckled at the Nappa/Vegeta exchange and the Trix Rabbit himself chiming at the end, though. Gotta start watching DBZ Abridged one day. As for the match, unless Tia (Tier? Not sure on her actual name. The wikis and such aren't exactly clear on the matter) can quickly close the gap, Storm's elemental powers may be too much for her.

Hot damn I love some DBZ abridged. “Look, Vegeta! It’s a Pokémon!”

I absolutely love your creativity my guy! You come up with some wild shit and I'm for it!! Going with Vampires on this one as they seem established and would come up with a plan as others have mentioned.

I'm going with Storm also. Nice match-up though my guy!

And their exoskeletons are INSANELY durable. In Alien 3, the Xenomorph was actually attempted to be crushed with ten tons of hot lead on Fury-161... And liquid lead is DENSE. So ten tons would be enough to crush a human being, but in the case of the Xenomorph, the exoskeleton was able to survive and the Xenomorph managed to JUMP out of the molten lead and onto a steel platform. And if a Vampire attempts to bite a Xenomorph... They're going to get a mouthful of molecular acid which will be MURDER to them.

And here I thought this would be a lawsuit on how NM-E is totally not a Xenomorph

Going with Storm. Too much power to tap into. Hope the Trix Rabbit manages to stay lowkey enough so that no one challenges him.

Thanks for the hard work and great news all around!

I'll go Nappa.

I'm going to go with Tommy. The one time I remember him being gigantic during the Evil Green Ranger arc there just seemed to be a nimble speed advantage against a slow moving zord.

Figured out how to create and end matches. Ended last battle -> Nothing counted Created new battle -> it duplicated 5 times AND didn't post where expected. Image uploader driver isn't even a thing anymore, should be pulling from the forum It's not Brain hurts. Going to bed, maybe sleep will help me think this through.

Congratulations to you, @ThePhenomenalOne

Huge congrats my friend! A well deserved win and thanks also to @IKA for the tournament and keeping things fresh.

See, funny thing is, while Nadia's no stranger to insane inventions herself(it took her 10 minutes to make a way to instantly transport somebody from the Andromeda 2 galaxy to Earth), I'd say her nature helps her just as much here. Among Marvel Earth's supergeniuses, I would say she's among the best options, if not the best one, to handle wild stuff like that just because of her general vibe as a character, and also because she has a background similar to Perry the Platypus's in that she's a very well trained spy and assassin.