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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 23/06/2026

Alright, the items are successfully shipped, and the transactions are complete. Congratulations to CartsandCardboard for winning the Miyamoto-signed New 3DS auction!

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 25/05/2026

Alright, this is a big one, and I have thought about this for a while, but I've went and put my prize 3DS, from the 2015 Nintendo World Championships, up on eBay. It was signed by Shigeru Miyamoto himself! Here's the link to the auction: ebay.us/m/uvUMdT

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 31/01/2026

This took some time, but I managed to make a list of my Top 50 favorite games, and it is ordered (though the ordering can vary slightly here and there depending on how I feel on a given day).

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 27/09/2025

I'm not sure if it's weird to put up eBay listings or not, but here: www.ebay.com/itm/37657837... I've been wanting to offload my physical collection for digital for a while, so yeah! And as a bonus, I'll even throw in some JOHN NUMBERS WORLD CHAMP TRADING CARDS for whoever gets it.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 18/09/2025

So the topic of 'Top FIFTY Favorite Pokemon' came up one day.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 09/03/2025

Here's a fine sequence that I thought had some pretty cool movement and callouts to it. #RivalsofAether2 #RoA2

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 23/02/2025

For those who don't play Rivals, when Kragg is holding a rock, he can't be put into tumble, giving you access to the fakest crap imaginable. (Plus 1 cool sequence I hit later on that day.) #RivalsofAether2 #RoA2

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 19/02/2025

Here's that "Joy of Movement" I was talking about earlier. #RivalsofAether2 #RoA2

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 17/02/2025

After simply being able to enjoy the freedom of movement Maypul provides, getting double dunks is definitely my second-favorite thing about this character. #RivalsofAether2 #RoA2

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 09/02/2025

The clip itself isn't too crazy, but I think this is the first time I've ever successfully used Maypul's DownB to turn a fast fall Uair, into the fastest fall Uair #RivalsofAether2 #RoA2

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 26/01/2025

Two decently neat sequences, y'know I guess for a Smash player lmao On the first clip, though, using Terry for this really specific tech chase seems really cool when it actually goes off correctly. #RivalsofAether2 #RoA2

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 26/01/2025

So apparently, when you parry Fleet's Dair, back upwards, it still spikes her. Reminds me of how a reflected Mega Man Dair would do the same thing. #RivalsofAether2 #RoA2

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 22/01/2025

A very practical way to deal with a common Etalus maneuver that never ceases to be hilarious. #RivalsofAether2 #RoA2

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 11/01/2025

I should start posting #RivalsofAether2 clips; I really would like more Smash players to get into playing this! This clip isn't anything too crazy, I just wanted to make sure the recording technology worked. Definitely highlights the perils of Air Armada even for Kragg, though. Also, Maypul Ftilt

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 31/12/2024

Sure why not; Top 10 Games for 2024! Of course, I've played Snake Eater and Ultimate before 2024. But the MGS HD Collection let me get re-acquainted with the former, and competing in the latter has an allure that warrants it still being on the list. Huge S/O to In Stars and Time too. Go play it!

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 24/10/2024

To those unaware, and especially those in the Smash community, #RivalsofAether2 has recently released. I cannot recommend this game enough; it is the only platform fighter, aside from Smash, to get my World Chump seal of approval. (I do recognize the other platfighters have merits too.)

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 09/10/2024

I've been meaning to gush about this game for a while now, so here we go. In Stars and Time is a fantastically written RPG about an adventurer trapped in a time loop near the end of his journey. The overall story is incredibly gripping from start to finish, and the characters-

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 28/09/2024

This technique is really consistent and really easy and ROBs shouldn't be winning neutral for free just because the Gyro is sitting there. If the Gyro is far away, just run all the way up, stop, and then perform your initial dash. Landing on it with Nairdodge is effective, too.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 28/09/2024

Step 3: You've picked up the Gyro! This works for two reasons: - When Jab is hidden in your initial dash, the item grab hitbox activates at your feet, and the fighter will push that hitbox forward as they move. - Picking up an item is an action that can cancel your initial dash.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 28/09/2024

Step 2: Before your initial dash finishes, or gets hit by Gyro, perform a Jab so it's hidden in your buffer. Do not do a Dash Attack, don't do an Ftilt; just make sure Jab specifically is in your buffer for when the initial dash ends.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 28/09/2024

I know I keep posting about this, but maybe some visual examples would be helpful. Please tag any top players who might need this info. HOW TO PICK UP ROB'S GYRO Step 1: Perform an initial dash that will make you get hit by the Gyro. Do NOT run; it *must* be an initial dash.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 24/09/2024

Sure why not. In SMB2’s Dream Run, you can get a double jump if you jump right before running into a Shy Guy. It takes a little practice, but it’s not too difficult, and certainly saves time over having to charge a super jump to get to the top floor. 1st time uploading a vid to Bsky, how exciting!

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 23/08/2024

I got the WR in the Legendary Trial! That's some official World Champ gaming right there 👍 I'm still trying to improve the run; a sub-21:50 would probably be about as far as I can go. But for now, this time is quite excellent. (Vid link below) #NintendoWorldChampionshipsNES

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 13/08/2024

And there we have it; a handsome time on #NintendoWorldChampionshipsNES Legendary Trial, AND I remembered to record it (link below) and submit it to Speedrun for a 4th place finish👍 With my current skills and strategies, a perfect run can definitely get this past the 3rd place-

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 13/08/2024

#NintendoWorldChampionshipsNES times for WCS #3 and 4. Even though it was very easy, I finally landed a Top 1 time 👍

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 12/08/2024

Okay I REALLY need to start recording these runs, I’m starting to run out of things to try optimizing lmao At the least, this is within striking distance of the WR; currently a 21:58

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 10/08/2024

Bro I’m normally not one to vent about tournament losses, but actually HOW do people keep their focus when there’s a group of people behind you commenting on literally every point of the match? Like yes I’m upset I lost, but what I’m feeling right now is not directly about that.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 06/08/2024

Somehow, I’ve hit on a fantastic time on the #NintendoWorldChampionshipsNES Legendary Trial. According to Speedrun, this is actually the 4th best time in the world! This is definitely something I want to keep grinding. It’s a challenge definitely worthy of the World Championships.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 29/07/2024

And here are my times from the first week. I'll probably post my times for two waves of challenges every other week.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 29/07/2024

Might as well share my times from those weekly challenges from #NintendoWorldChampionshipsNES. See how you stack up against the World Chump himself, if you like 👍

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 19/07/2024

So, I've talked at length about my grievances with the disadvantage state in Smash Ultimate in that, for a large majority of the matchups in the game, being offstage is generally pretty inconsequential, with ledge autosnap being a big factor in this.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 23/05/2024

Here are all of the small tidbits I know, and keep in mind about Steve when I'm fighting him. Give it all the signal boosting it can get because lord knows the community needs it lmao (Steve players, if I made any errors, or if you have any 'small tidbits' to add, please do!)

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 13/03/2024

I tried the "Cut Half The Smash Ultimate Roster" challenge. All I can say is... ow. My criteria largely centered around the legacy of the characters/series, as well as the impact they had on gaming/culture as a whole. The focus was to have the roster represent gaming from as many eras as possible.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 11/12/2023

I'm sure there are plenty of people, specifically those in NY, who would give me the side eye for even *thinking* about buffs for Wii Fit, but I've been thinking quite a bit about how I might go about making adjustments to help her be more relevant in the current meta.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 07/11/2023

Sushi Round 2. I’ve gone mad with power

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 05/11/2023

Some shots from the Brooklyn Bridge

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 02/11/2023

I made sushi. Didn’t realize how much simpler it was to make than I initially thought. Tasted pretty good too. Structural integrity was hella low though. Something to work on.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 23/10/2023

The Raccoon of Metropolitan Ave. strikes again

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 13/10/2023

I don’t do it too often, but I really love going upstate in NY to visit the apple orchards. Not even just for the apples I just really love the views you can get there. hella lanternflies this year though

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 21/09/2023

Might as well show this off. For my list, there is a definitive Top 10 and a definitive 11-20, but the games are not ordered within their respective groups. Also, Smash, Mario Maker, Splatoon, and PPT generally just reflect the latest title in the series.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 08/09/2023

I just found out that Bosconian recently got released on Switch. For someone like me, who grew up in the Plug 'n Play era, this was a top pick for me back in the day. It stood out nicely against the usual candidates like Pac-Man and Galaga.

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John Numbers @johnnumbers.houseof3000.nyc · 30/08/2023

Alright, now that I've finally drawn a PFP for myself, I can finally give a proper hello to BlueSky. Don't ask why I waited like that I work in weird ways sometimes lmao Kind of stinks the PFPs don't support transparency yet. Hopefully that gets addressed. And here's the sketch this was based on:

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