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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Looking for something to watch this weekend? Check out our stream schedule! You can also find the Matcherino & Broadcast List here: bit.ly/4yeED2p #BITE9 #FGCsky 💪🕹️

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Buka @justbuka.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Will see y'all on 2X, SF6 and Strive

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MTS | NYC TKN | T0ma_D0c @t0ma-d0c.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

WOOOO! Going to be busy but having lots of fun doing some commentary for BITE9 down in Virginia! I will be doing Tekken 8, Tekken Tag 2, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, Street Fighter 6, and Virtua Fighter 5! The event is streamed on multiple channels so go to start.gg/BITE9 for more information!

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Beast in the East 9

The best place for Beast in the East 9 brackets, streams, standings and schedules all in one place!

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TacoWaffle @tacowaffle.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

that's a picture of me saying "it's about damn time i did more Rivals 2 and VF5 comms". I'll be happy to join you all this weekend o7

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

FGC official brackets have been adjusted based on feedback and are now finalized (please check startgg to see if you have been moved in the shuffle) See you this weekend! #BITE9 #FGCsky 💪🕹️

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KONMAI @konmai573.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

^w^

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

🧵 3/3 #FGCsky 💪🕹️

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

🧵 2/3 #FGCsky 💪🕹️

Tournament Info
Tournament Registration: Official Fighting Game tournaments are no longer accepting registrations. You can still register for Rhythm Game main tournaments at (https://www.start.gg/BITE9). Side tournaments as well have open registration at (https://www.start.gg/ThePack)

Schedule:
Give yourself extra time to have a buffer to pick up your badge before your tournament is scheduled to start because sometimes there are long lines at the registration desk - you can find start times for the games you have signed up for on startgg by clicking on the Dashboard tab
Some brackets are large enough to be divided into smaller pools of players to make them run more smoothly, these pool start times will also be found on the Dashboard tab

Controllers:
Like FGC major tournaments, BITE is BYOC, or "Bring Your Own Controller" - we will not have controllers or controller accessories (USB cables, converters, etc) to provide attendees/players. Also check that your controller is plug-and-play compatible with the listed game platform and if is not, you will need to provide your own converter (platforms are listed in the "FGC Tournaments" drop down section on the startgg homepage)
Games with platforms listed as " PS2* " or " PS3* " will actually be run on PC via emulators - the platform designates which version of the game is being emulated
Please note that we will be turning off bluetooth on setups so you will be required to play with a cable even if your controller is wireless - you will need to provide your own USB cable. For your convenience, make sure it is long enough to comfortably remain connected to the console while you are playing

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Here's the week-of Mega Post for #BITE9! 🧵 1/3 #FGCsky 💪🕹️

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

We're excited to announce this year's commentary lineup - look forward to hearing these folks on the mic across our 4 FGC broadcasts all weekend at #BITE9! #FGCsky 💪🕹️

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Maiden And The Machine 🔜 CEO 🔜 PlayNYC @AnimeNYC @m8denandthemachine.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

New and resurgenced charms just in time for @thebitegaming.bsky.social Super excited about SMX, DDR and ITG! Maybe one of these months I'll actually work on other dance cabs 🙃🫠😂 (Pumpers & Dance Rushers don't come for me 😅)

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

FGC brackets have been seeded and published! (with the exception of ROA 2, please check back later today for that bracket) You can submit feedback until midnight tonight via our FGC Bracket Feedback form #BITE9 #FGCsky 💪🕹️ forms.gle/hs2DA5xeJKAh...

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BITE 9 FGC Bracket Feedback

Please use this form to report any FGC bracket conflicts and feedback until SUNDAY (July 12th) at midnight - adjustments will be made by Monday evening or Tuesday morning (we will make an announcement...

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Missed some announcements? Catch up now! And don't forget, regular registration pricing ends THIS MONTH! Prices go up as of July 1st! Badge purchase: bitegaming.org Official tourney reg: start.gg/BITE9 Community side event reg: start.gg/ThePack #BITE9 #FGCsky 💪🕹️

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XWIRES|Psychoblue @psychoblue9.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

The 804's 3rd annual esports classic at ImmerseCon returns July 11th-12th 2026, now at the Greater Richmond Convention Center! For every game that hits the 32 entrant cap, a $1000 pot will be guaranteed. I will be streaming the action all weekend long! www.start.gg/tournament/r...

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RVA Esports Championship 2026

The best place for RVA Esports Championship 2026 brackets, streams, standings and schedules all in one place!

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

You might know by now that we LOVE old games At #BITE9 SC2 & 3S get main stage treatment (on KickPunchBlock & Team Spooky) as our Saturday Retro Spotlight! If you want even more retro & legacy tournaments, come out to VA in July start.gg/bite9 bitegaming.org 💪🕹️ #FGCsky

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

21 official fighting game tournaments (they all get streamed!) 4 broadcasts (including KickPunchBlock, Team Spooky & FunkyP) 40+ free play arcade cabs cosplay contest artists/vendors tabletop/tcg panels live music giveaways beyblade indie showcase and more! links below 🔽 💪🕹️ #FGCsky

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

With the 2.0 update to #GGST, we've decided to make it a Saturday Main Stage Headliner alongside #COTW! Tune in to KickPunchBlock & Team Spooky to catch the action at #BITE9! TOURNEY REG: start.gg/bite9 BADGE: bitegaming.org July 17th-19th Hampton, VA 💪🕹️ #FGCsky

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

This year #StreetFighter6 is going to be a 2-day event with Sunday Finals on our main stage & broadcast on KPBLive! Come out to #BITE9 for Virginia's biggest tournament this July! July 17th-19th Hampton, VA start.gg/bite9 bitegaming.org 💪🕹️ #FGCsky

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Arcade Impact | SwolitaBot @swolitabot.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Last year we were one of the biggest Dojos on the East Coast (125 players) so it's about time we switch to a 2-day format!

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

25 TOURNAMENTS 4 FGC BROADCASTS 3 DAYS 7/17 - 7/19 Hampton Roads Convention Center Hampton, VA start.gg/BITE9 bitegaming.org #BITE9 💪🕹️ #FGCsky

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Arcade Impact | SwolitaBot @swolitabot.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Deadline is coming up FAST Get those applications in NOW 💪🕹️ #FGCsky

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

You will need a weekend badge or a day pass (day passes are only available at the door) to be admitted into the event (whether you are competing or not) Prices will continue to increase closer to the event (and at-the-door pricing will be significantly more expensive) Buy now to save money!

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Don't forget, the end of the month is your last chance for Early Bird weekend badge pricing! It's also the deadline for applying for volunteering, commentary, community side events, and our indie fighter showcase! linktr.ee/theBITEGaming #BITE9 💪🕹️ #FGCsky

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Do you love legacy and retro fighting game titles? Do you miss older games in your favorite series? We have a lineup of 21 official fighting game brackets including your favorite legacy and retro titles alongside the modern mainstays! #BITE9 💪🕹️ #FGCsky

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Thanks to @richyaheard.bsky.social, Street Fighter V at #BITE9 will have a $100 pot bonus! Make sure to pre-reg, purchase your badge, and snag your hotel room so you can come out to VA's biggest fighting game tournament this July! 💪🕹️ #FGCsky

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

The hotel block has officially sold out. We will be working on getting additional rooms added to the block. We will be prioritizing current badge holders, pending/approved artist/vendors, and pending/approved staff for the next wave of rooms. bit.ly/bite9-hotelw...

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

Badges, hotel, & tournament registration are live for Virginia's premier FGC regional tournament & gaming convention! 21 fighting game titles 4 dance game titles 🎟️ bit.ly/bite9-launch 🏨 bit.ly/bite9-hotel 🕹️ bit.ly/bite9-startgg #BITE9 July 17-19 Hampton, VA

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Artist/Vendors! We are in the process of going through the first wave of applications. Expect an email by the end of the weekend. Want to grab a booth at BITE? Feel free to apply bit.ly/bite9-booth

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

That's just our OFFICIAL 3D lineup - DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round will be a Community Side Event! Can't find your favorite title in our full official lineup? Apply to run a Community Side Event for it - we're still taking applications! bit.ly/bite9-sideev... #BITE9 #FGCsky 💪🕹️

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BITE 9 Community Side Event Application

Application to run a Community Side Event. Applicant is responsible for organizing and running the tournament including registration, providing setups and copies of their game, and handling prize dis...

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Do you love 3D fighters? Do you miss your favorite legacy games? We have the event for you! Come out to VA's biggest regional tournament and gaming convention this July! start.gg/BITE9 #BITE9 #FGCsky 💪🕹️

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Arcade Impact @arcadeimpact.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Come out to the next Myrtle Beach weekly! Sunday, 3/22 - RoA2 2 7pm - SF6 7:30pm - GBVSR 8pm (free to enter) $2* venue $5 entry (per game) WorldFire Games Surfside, SC 💪🕹️ #FGC #FGCsky www.start.gg/tournament/w...

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WorldFire Fighters 110

The best place for WorldFire Fighters 110 brackets, streams, standings and schedules all in one place!

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Prepare to BITE back at Beast in the East 9! Will you have what it takes to emerge victorious? Badges, hotel, and tournament registration is now live! 🎟️ bit.ly/bite9-launch 🏨 bit.ly/bite9-hotel 🕹️ bit.ly/bite9-startgg #BITE9 www.youtube.com/watch?v=SyAy...

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Beast in the East 9 Trailer

YouTube video by Christopher Black

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

VIRGINIA'S PREMIER FGC REGIONAL, DANCE GAME MAJOR, & GAMING FEST RETURNS... The Beast In The East 9, July 17th-19th at the Hampton Roads Convention Center Registration & hotel coming soon - applications to get involved with the event open NOW at linktr.ee/theBITEGaming ! #BITE9 #FGC #rhythmgames

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RVA Smash @rvasmash.com · 26/05/2025

This is the FINAL WEEK to get the EARLY BIRD BADGE PRICING for Beast in the East 8!! If you want to save some money, make sure to grab your badge this week because early bird prices end when May ends. RVA Smash is bringing Smash Ultimate to this year's @thebitegaming.bsky.social Beast in the East 8

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Arcade Impact | SwolitaBot @swolitabot.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

I put this together to help artists decide if the event would be a good fit for them, pls check it out! 💪🕹️

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Arcade Impact | SwolitaBot @swolitabot.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

A month since we launched reg and we've broken 100 registered competitors for @thebitegaming.bsky.social already! Early Bird ends May 31st so make sure to visit bitegaming.org to buy your badge and register for your tournaments at start.gg/BITE8 8/22-8/24 Hampton, VA 💪🕹️

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Arcade Impact | SwolitaBot @swolitabot.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

I think after getting 90 entrants last year, we can definitely hit the 96+ Tier at #BITE8! Remember, Early Bird is ending SOON! 💪🕹️

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

We've just added SSBU Doubles! Go to startgg to sign your team up now! (and don't forget, Singles has a scaling pot bonus, with the first bonus added at 32 entrants) 💪🕹️ #BITE8

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Rooms have been added to the room block again! Badge: bitegaming.org Tourney Reg: start.gg/BITE8 Hotel Room Block: bit.ly/bite8hotel #BITE8 August 22nd - 24th Hampton Roads Convention Center Hampton, VA 💪🕹️

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Ultimate returns to BITE this year with a scaling pot bonus! At 32 entrants we'll throw in an extra $100 to the prize pool At 48, another $50 And at 64, ANOTHER $50 For up to $200 in pot bonuses! REGISTER TODAY - Early Bird ends May 31st! start.gg/BITE8 8/22 - 8/24 Hampton, VA #BITE8 💪🕹️

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Thanks to WorldFire Games T8 competitors will each receive a TEKKEN 8 UniVersus deck! 🔹Only 100 available 🔹First come first serve at WorldFire's booth 🔹Must be registered for T8 to be eligible 🎟️ bitegaming.org 🕹️ start.gg/BITE8 🏨 bit.ly/bite8hotel #BITE8 💪🕹️ 8/22 - 8/24 Hampton, VA

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

This year WorldFire Games is bringing organized TCG tournaments to BITE! Featuring Magic: The Gathering & UniVersus, we'll have $1,000 minimum cash prize Main Events for both! 🎟️Badge purchase: bitegaming.org 🏨Hotel: bit.ly/bite8hotel Early Bird ends 5/31! #BITE8 💪🕹️

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

This year we're hosting a cosplay contest with a $300 cash prize pool for the Top 3! Come show us what you made and maybe walk away with a nice little reward for your hard work toiling away with that fabric and foam😉 Find the rules and entry form here: forms.gle/kvnCDfMZoxNB... #BITE8 💪🕹️

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Arcade Impact | SwolitaBot @swolitabot.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Ok so I have put together a press kit for #BITE8 if anyone has a blog or outlet that might be interested in it, let me know! Also I have an updated Artist/Vendor packet w/ event info for those who may be interested in a booth at @thebitegaming.bsky.social - reach out if you want to see it 💪🕹️

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

The champion returns! With 1st place wins at BITE 5 & 6, Connecticut bomb-fair extraordinaire @kev-aros.bsky.social is looking for a three-peat Super Smash Bros. Ultimate win at Beast in the East 8. Can anybody stop this Toon Link??? Register today to take on the competition! #BITE8 💪🕹️

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Shiburizu! @shib.live · 12/05/2025

Thanks to everyone who came out to WARRING TRIAD 012! We're on break in June for CEO, see you in July! An extra special thank you to the local Triad FGC who have made WT what it is, a damn good time, and much love to @tenomedia.bsky.social for collaborating w/ us on the merch sales. It's been huge.

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Arcade Impact | SwolitaBot @swolitabot.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

The extended room block sold out already! We're working on getting even more added In the meantime, please go buy your badge if you haven't already, it helps us a lot with early funding for the event, and watch the BITE socials for updates on the additional rooms 💪🕹️

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

We've been approved as a TWT Dojo again! Let's beat last year's numbers and hit that 96+ tier at #BITE8 Badge: bitegaming.org Tourney Reg: start.gg/BITE8 Hotel Room Block: bit.ly/bite8hotel Early Bird ends May 31st 8/22-8/24 Hampton, VA #TWT2025 💪🕹️

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The Beast In The East @thebitegaming.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

You guys just about booked our entire hotel block already - but that's fine cuz we just got more rooms added! Book your room at bit.ly/bite8hotel We've also gotten some artist/vendor & panel/performance applications, so expect to hear from us soon if you submitted one #BITE8 💪🕹️

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