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   CHALLENGE: Pixel Textiles
From pixeller extraordinaire MashPotato...  Pixel a character or scene that involves the complex properties and patterns of cloth, such as in folding, bunching, draping, etc.  This could take place in clothing, curtains, tablecloths, anything made of cloth, as long as it's in prominent focus.

Rules:

    Colours: 32 max
    Canvas: no restrictions
    Transparency: allowed
    Animation: not allowed
CHALLENGE RULES
Participants have until this upcoming Sunday at midnight (12AM Pacific) to submit their entry (strict). Don't forget to check the 'Submit to weekly challenge' checkbox.
Only new pixels allowed.
Open to all members.
Posting WIPs in this thread or in new threads in the WIP section is highly encouraged, but ONLY SUBMIT YOUR FINAL ART.
CHALLENGE JUDGING
Every Sunday at midnight (12AM Pacific) the previous week's entries are judged.
Every week a new voting poll will be posted for previous week's entries.
Winner announced the following week.

CHALLENGE PRIZES/GOODIES
Top three finishers will receive an award displayed in your PJ gallery profile for all to see and envy.
Top finisher gets to call the following week's challenge...sweet.
'Participation' ribbons will be given for all who enter.
No matter what happens you get challenged :)
CHALLENGE VOTING
Vote now for your favorite pixelart in this week's challenge!
CHALLENGE AWARDS
The Pixel Textiles pixel art challenge is complete and we have three new champions. This week's challenge awards go to the following pieces:

Turban by leel
Ring Wraith [Major robe update] by Opacus
Tapestry by jalonso

Thanks so much to all who took the time to vote and participate in the challenge! 

Teddy goes to bed by volcom
A day after the battle by Equilibrix
Dress in the wind by Ms Odd
Mountain Breeze by FlyGuy
Statue, Covered by Koch
I Do! by MashPotato
Moirae by Tarenken
viking by Walrus
A Hero's True Stance by wish04
Lonely cactus by Fenne
VATS MAH HOUZZ by 7even
Ghostly robe! by Reo
Dark Rituals by Delfos
Green Ballet by Dra_chan
Candle-Light Dinner by gamer404
Desert Royalty by C0DE0NE

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administrator Admiral Joined: 03 March 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 0	Topic: CHALLENGE 12/31/2007: Pixel Textiles Posted: 31 December 2007 at 3:11am
	CHALLENGE: Pixel Textiles From pixeller extraordinaire MashPotato... Pixel a character or scene that involves the complex properties and patterns of cloth, such as in folding, bunching, draping, etc. This could take place in clothing, curtains, tablecloths, anything made of cloth, as long as it's in prominent focus. Rules: Colours: 32 max Canvas: no restrictions Transparency: allowed Animation: not allowed CHALLENGE RULES Participants have until this upcoming Sunday at midnight (12AM Pacific) to submit their entry (strict). Don't forget to check the 'Submit to weekly challenge' checkbox. Only new pixels allowed. Open to all members. Posting WIPs in this thread or in new threads in the WIP section is highly encouraged, but ONLY SUBMIT YOUR FINAL ART. CHALLENGE JUDGING Every Sunday at midnight (12AM Pacific) the previous week's entries are judged. Every week a new voting poll will be posted for previous week's entries. Winner announced the following week. CHALLENGE PRIZES/GOODIES Top three finishers will receive an award displayed in your PJ gallery profile for all to see and envy. Top finisher gets to call the following week's challenge...sweet. 'Participation' ribbons will be given for all who enter. No matter what happens you get challenged :) CHALLENGE VOTING Vote now for your favorite pixelart in this week's challenge! CHALLENGE AWARDS The Pixel Textiles pixel art challenge is complete and we have three new champions. This week's challenge awards go to the following pieces: Turban by leel Ring Wraith [Major robe update] by Opacus Tapestry by jalonso Thanks so much to all who took the time to vote and participate in the challenge! Teddy goes to bed by volcom A day after the battle by Equilibrix Dress in the wind by Ms Odd Mountain Breeze by FlyGuy Statue, Covered by Koch I Do! by MashPotato Moirae by Tarenken viking by Walrus A Hero's True Stance by wish04 Lonely cactus by Fenne VATS MAH HOUZZ by 7even Ghostly robe! by Reo Dark Rituals by Delfos Green Ballet by Dra_chan Candle-Light Dinner by gamer404 Desert Royalty by C0DE0NE
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greenraven Commander Joined: 08 September 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 2598	Posted: 31 December 2007 at 10:33am
	Interesting idea, but just out curiosity, wouldn't allowing animations on cloth be even more challenging? Animating cloth is no easy task. Like a hero's cape in the wind, or a dress or whatever.
	"pwnage comes with patience, practice and planning." ~ Jalonso
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Acherhar Commander Joined: 13 September 2021 Location: United States Online Status: Offline Posts: 179	Posted: 31 December 2007 at 10:35am
	I was thinking the same thing green, it would have been amazing to see an animation of detailed cloth.
	Jal: ...stfu, pixel and use the forum
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MashPotato Commander Joined: 05 February 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 237	Posted: 31 December 2007 at 10:49am
	Sorry for the animation restriction... there's no real reason for it, it's just a personal preference on my part, as I find it difficult to fairly compare animation to static pictures
	the INDIE STONE
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volcom Commander Joined: 17 August 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 272	Posted: 31 December 2007 at 11:10am
	I really don't get this....like just make detailed cloth be the main focus of your pixel. I was thinking a sort of like sewing machine on a desk and a really nice cloth next to it...is this what your talking about? Maybe a teddy bear wrapped in a blanket with its head poking out lol.
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Metaru Commander Joined: 03 February 2020 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3305	Posted: 31 December 2007 at 2:22pm
	i have enought challenges for a while... but is Ms Mash's one... I MUSTtttt
	I ate leel's babies
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jalonso Admiral Joined: 29 November 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13537	Posted: 31 December 2007 at 10:16pm
	In touch with my inner doller :p Obey the copyrights >:( No refs...obviously.
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MashPotato Commander Joined: 05 February 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 237	Posted: 01 January 2008 at 12:37pm
	That looks fabulous so far, Jal--are you sure you're not a doller who's been posing as an isoist? Volcom: both of those ideas sound good Just put a lot of focus and detail on the cloth, and you're set! Metaru: good luck!
	the INDIE STONE
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jalonso Admiral Joined: 29 November 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13537	Posted: 01 January 2008 at 12:38pm
	too much??? just color blocking, very WIPish
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Acherhar Commander Joined: 13 September 2021 Location: United States Online Status: Offline Posts: 179	Posted: 01 January 2008 at 12:46pm
	Whoamg, we have our winner. EDIT: Holy crap, if you made that look like a tapestry/rug by having wrinkles or folds or something, I would explode. EDIT2: Even cooler because you have a detail of cloth on another detail of cloth Z0mg. Edited by Acherhar - 01 January 2008 at 12:47pm
	Jal: ...stfu, pixel and use the forum
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MashPotato Commander Joined: 05 February 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 237	Posted: 01 January 2008 at 12:50pm
	Too much? Not at all When I think of classic Indian artwork, there's always so much intricate detailing, colours, and patterns... I don't think you can go wrong with too much. Small thing: I would make the cloth train a bit wider where it joins the dress, as the cloth is sweeping around her legs.
	the INDIE STONE
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Acherhar Commander Joined: 13 September 2021 Location: United States Online Status: Offline Posts: 179	Posted: 01 January 2008 at 1:15pm
	Mash, I have to say this is quite the interesting challenge, and I love you for making it up. I hope there'll be a lot of entries.
	Jal: ...stfu, pixel and use the forum
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volcom Commander Joined: 17 August 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 272	Posted: 01 January 2008 at 4:59pm
	huge WIP, blanket is sorta odd...gotta shade head. If any of you could help me please find yourself in the WIP section
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jalonso Admiral Joined: 29 November 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13537	Posted: 01 January 2008 at 6:45pm
	@volcom, I know this sounds terrible but see my challenge pixel. Notice that its about getting the illusion of ups and downs. You have a good base to work from, just sculpt it more and more, and more and more. About mine, too much? 3 more colors can be added so I may just add 3 blending shades for the floor and screw the pixelling and sub-pixelling down there : /
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Acherhar Commander Joined: 13 September 2021 Location: United States Online Status: Offline Posts: 179	Posted: 01 January 2008 at 6:47pm
	Boom EDIT: Too much, are you nuts? It's incredible, I don't really think you need the extra shades, the floor looks fine to me. I love the elephants, and a very nice touch sneaking the Taj Mahal in the back. The trail of cloth looks so silky smooth, I see nothing wrong with this. Edited by Acherhar - 01 January 2008 at 6:53pm
	Jal: ...stfu, pixel and use the forum
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MashPotato Commander Joined: 05 February 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 237	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 3:29am
	Volcom: Like Jal was saying, some more folds and overlapping would add a lot, but it's a good start! Jal: Looking great! However, the rails in the back look exactly head-on while they're below the vanishing point--I think this can be quickly fixed by adding a line or two of red pixels between the rails, and perhaps making some minor adjustments to the rails themselves. I also may be imagining things--it's 6:25 in the morning, and I'm only on here because I've just called in sick for work. Now back to sleep
	the INDIE STONE
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jalonso Admiral Joined: 29 November 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13537	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 7:11am
	I figured this might come up and is one of the reasons I posted my WIP this week. The images below show on the first row shows Indian minuature paintings ,what my entry is based on. These are always 2D scenery with mock 3D figures. I was trying to keep those elements I suppose. I see what you mean and the second row shows the balustrade in perpective. I suppose I can do a mock 3D to tie in the 2D tapestry/fabric frame. But then should I do the filigree arch like row #3?
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MashPotato Commander Joined: 05 February 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 237	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 9:10am
	Heehee, I actually thought that might have been the case, and wasn't sure if I should say anything I think the difference between your piece and the pseudo-3D is that the pseudo-3D has a stylized perspective with kind of flattened characters, while yours is correct perspective with a solid-looking character. I personally find the transition from correct perspective to flat background a little too sudden, but I also think it looks good, so you can decide for yourself if you want to make changes or not . As for the arch, I thought that was more of a thin wooden screen (since there are holes), so it wouldn't have much thickness to it anyway.
	the INDIE STONE
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Delfos Midshipman Joined: 13 October 2014 Online Status: Offline Posts: 76	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 10:55am
	Hello everyone! I'm new at this forum. I´m from Argentina, so please excuse my english. Here's my WIP, what you think?
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Gratheo Seaman Joined: 29 October 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 9	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 12:51pm
	It's a pretty good start. Is that a candle in his hands? Lighting it would make for some interesting shading. I like the idea. However, the hood looks a little squashed - try making it a few pixels taller?
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Elk Commander Joined: 12 May 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 483	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 2:27pm
	I'm gonna be in this one Guess what it's gonna be Edited by Elk - 02 January 2008 at 4:13pm
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jalonso Admiral Joined: 29 November 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13537	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 4:33pm
	a hammerhead willy?
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C0DE0NE Seaman Joined: 31 May 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 17	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 4:45pm
	Early W.I.P.
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leel Commander Joined: 29 June 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3001	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 5:40pm
	I'm thinking of entering this. My inner doller (the one I've been keeping locked in the basement for like 3 years now) is getting sort of pissed.
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The B.O.B. Commander Joined: 07 April 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 461	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 5:50pm
	*Originally posted by leel* I'm thinking of entering this. My inner doller (the one I've been keeping locked in the basement for like 3 years now) is getting sort of pissed. Next to redneck psychopath killers, the threat of mid Ukrainian dollers are about as scary. So it might be to all our best interests to let the inner doller come out of the closet on this one, before we all get hacked to pieces by bald Adriana Lima doll bases...the sexiness is deadly.
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MashPotato Commander Joined: 05 February 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 237	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 6:53pm
	Leel, unleash that inner doller... you too, B.O.B The new WIPs all look promising, although I must admit I'm confused as to where Elk's going with his
	the INDIE STONE
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leel Commander Joined: 29 June 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3001	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 6:55pm
	loincloth?
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MashPotato Commander Joined: 05 February 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 237	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 7:02pm
	Heehee, most likely... or perhaps he's going keep the figure nude and hang a flag from that spear
	the INDIE STONE
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Elk Commander Joined: 12 May 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 483	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 8:06pm
	nope, all wrong it will be a greek guy that i will first make nude and then with tunic ;) will add a leaf to hide his * tomorrow, too tired haha Edited by Elk - 02 January 2008 at 9:15pm
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jalonso Admiral Joined: 29 November 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13537	Posted: 02 January 2008 at 9:20pm
	*Originally posted by Delfos* Hello everyone! I'm new at this forum. I´m from Argentina, so please excuse my english. Here's my WIP, what you think? Welcome to our forum. I think you have a great layout just built for dramatic lighting on all the fabric sources. I am most looking forward to this being developed. Just in case you are new to pixelart. This seems very big (HUGE by pixelart standards) and may be too much too handle unless you are very skilled. If you are newer to pixelart I would suggest you reduce this down to a more manageable size before you begin pixelling.
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Dra_chan Commander Joined: 20 February 2006 Online Status: Offline Posts: 628	Posted: 03 January 2008 at 1:38am
	I still have no idea how I will make the folds lol
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Frost Midshipman Joined: 02 June 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 32	Posted: 03 January 2008 at 7:08am
	I might join in on this challange if i bother to keep the color count but that should not pose a problem. ;) Here's my WIP's and I here is my reference :P http://img247.imageshack.us/img247/5873/heman14nx1.jpg Note that i just made the outlines from the reference and nothing more... Hope it fits in the challange restrictions.
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leel Commander Joined: 29 June 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3001	Posted: 03 January 2008 at 10:11am
	my wip: > > CC pl0x, before i start cleaning it and attempt the head wrap That'll be the last edit for tonight. looks like I probably won't be able to finish. oh well. Edited by leel - 03 January 2008 at 2:08pm
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Delfos Midshipman Joined: 13 October 2014 Online Status: Offline Posts: 76	Posted: 03 January 2008 at 10:22am
	Wow leel! really really nice! It's like the friend of Johnny Quest xD. Yeah, i think i've made it too big. There's been a looong long time since my last pixel-art... maybe i should do only the monk... Edited by Delfos - 03 January 2008 at 10:25am
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Equilibrix Seaman Joined: 13 November 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 8	Posted: 04 January 2008 at 5:15am
	Looking at your WIPs I realize my simple picture can't stand a chance.. Any advices how to improve it?
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JerryPie Rear Admiral Joined: 01 October 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 232	Posted: 04 January 2008 at 9:27am
	I dunno, I have bad feelings about the grass in the background. This one was really hard for me. Any ideas anyone? Also will someone please do me a big favor and find out the color count on this picture? I use MSpaint so I don't have any counter tools like PSP. Thanks a ton! Edited by FlyGuy - 04 January 2008 at 10:34am
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Elk Commander Joined: 12 May 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 483	Posted: 04 January 2008 at 10:03am
	wow leel awesome
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jalonso Admiral Joined: 29 November 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13537	Posted: 04 January 2008 at 11:42am
	All are awesome, cept mine of course. *smells green ribbon, but will finish it. Edited by jalonso - 04 January 2008 at 11:42am
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leel Commander Joined: 29 June 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3001	Posted: 04 January 2008 at 7:12pm
	> >> used 8 colors so far (excluding red, white, and purple bg) think I'm done for tonight, i'm sick of her Edited by leel - 04 January 2008 at 7:14pm
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greenraven Commander Joined: 08 September 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 2598	Posted: 04 January 2008 at 7:37pm
	Frost, OMG I haven't seen that hideous thing in ages. Kudos. leel, that is looking mighty fine. Equilibrix, I would add things just under the horizon (catapults, elephants, etc...). Good luck with it. FlyGuy, (I think it's just me), but there's something wrong with the angle of the cabin. I think.
	"pwnage comes with patience, practice and planning." ~ Jalonso
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JerryPie Rear Admiral Joined: 01 October 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 232	Posted: 04 January 2008 at 8:24pm
	yeah my dad was saying that..i dunno im at my whit's end on this piece...i think im just gonna submit it due to laziness!
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jalonso Admiral Joined: 29 November 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13537	Posted: 05 January 2008 at 7:30am
	FlyGuy, the scene is great looking and may just be your best pixel yet. The cabin is a little odd looking but the rest and that its just one week's work is a win, kudos. leel, her left pupil is too little, imo.
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JerryPie Rear Admiral Joined: 01 October 2024 Online Status: Offline Posts: 232	Posted: 05 January 2008 at 8:09am
	Thanks Jalonso. I really hope to someday see these problems before everyone else so I can fix them in the early stages. This is the funnest, most relaxing, enjoyable hobby I have ever had. Thanks to PJ for allowing me to experience pixel art. Yet it can be a frustrating, hair pulling experience when you have issues like this ugly ass cabin!
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jalonso Admiral Joined: 29 November 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13537	Posted: 05 January 2008 at 11:26am
	finished mine \o/
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Opacus Commander Joined: 19 July 2025 Online Status: Offline Posts: 328	Posted: 05 January 2008 at 11:54am
	Ring Wraith. Any issues so far? (Reference: http://fr.games-workshop.com/lotr/arnor_angmar/jeu/vassauxRoiSorcier/img/ringwraith.jpg And some other random pics, but mostly that one.) Edited by Opacus - 05 January 2008 at 11:56am

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jalonso Admiral Joined: 29 November 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13537	Posted: 05 January 2008 at 12:16pm
	colors are great opacus. Not what you'd expect with a reaper.
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Reo Rear Admiral Joined: 07 April 2021 Online Status: Offline Posts: 679	Posted: 05 January 2008 at 1:30pm
	I LOVE what you've got so far Opacus!
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Opacus Commander Joined: 19 July 2025 Online Status: Offline Posts: 328	Posted: 05 January 2008 at 1:58pm
	Thanks, do you still think the same about it now though? I don't like the underside of the robe personaly now.

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Equilibrix Seaman Joined: 13 November 2007 Online Status: Offline Posts: 8	Posted: 05 January 2008 at 3:58pm
	Wow, another great pixel which will push my own deeper to oblivion :-) Great job so far, Opacus! greenraven: Thanks for your comment, I managed to fill the blank space between the horizon and the balcony.. And it's done and in gallery, but it sucks in my opinion :-)
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jalonso Admiral Joined: 29 November 2022 Online Status: Offline Posts: 13537	Posted: 05 January 2008 at 4:05pm
	@ Equilibrix, Mathematically unless your handle is fool or Buloght, and possiblt MashPotato the chances of winning a challenge are very slim. You not only have done so too, you are the reigning winner.
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