Ah, boxing - "the sweet science," as it's also called. Fans of the sport can speak volumes about their favorite bouts, their favorite athletes, and maybe even the Marquess of Queensberry Rules. No sport encapsulates the spirit of exceptionalism quite like boxing. Ever since its induction into the Olympic games of 1904 and having undergone many regulatory revisions since, the sport of boxing has gradually eased away from its bare knuckle roots to become a multi-national billion dollar empire and an alternate measuring stick for global and domestic disputes. Some see it as a barbaric practice mired by a history of controversy -in and outside the ring, little more than an bankrupt bloodsport, while others see it as a legitimate sport with a rich history, customs and a culture all to its own, a true sport of gentleman.
Who is this for / What is this about?
You're probably thinking to yourself. A boxing roleplay sounds cool, but what is this roleplay about specifically? What is this roleplay like? Is this for me? To put it simply. This roleplay is a mismash of nintendo's punch out!!! and sport's anime drama's like hajime no ippo(fighting spirit in the u.s.) and ganbare genki , borrowing mostly from the former than the latter, if you like drama, anime and or boxing then this most likely will appeal to you in some fashion. A good portion of the game will develop around the lives of the boxers themselves. Friends, families, lovers, fans, groupies, rivals, foes and such. All that goes along with the often unorthodox lifestyle of professional prized-fighters. Athletes are not like you and me, they often live remarkable lives on the fringe of pain and discovery, triumph and defeat, overcoming improbable odds and no athlete is quite like a boxer.
I was thinking a good mix of action, romance/smut and drama to keep things intriguing story-wise. So this just won't all be in-ring stuff. Boxers and non-boxers alike are encouraged to participate.
You can start off in the indies and work your way up to the world stage. Or you can choose to start at the top and maintain your legacy. Either way, the life of a boxer is paved in pain, sweat, and glory.
This game revolves around the lives of boxers going from their origins to where they rank amongst their peers and all-time legends. What argument will your boxer ultimately demonstrate to the sport of boxing? I'll accept champions and tomato cans alike. Boxers, trainers, sparring partners,entourage, promoters, managers, matchmakers are all needed.
Punches
There are four basic punches in boxing: the Jab, Cross, Hook, and Uppercut. If a boxer is right‐handed, his left hand is the lead hand, his right hand is the rear hand. The following techniques apply to a right‐handed boxer. As stated previously, a right‐handed boxer is commonly described as orthodox, while a left‐handed boxer is called an unorthodox boxer or a southpaw.
- Jab – a quick, straight punch thrown with the lead hand from the guard position. The jab is accompanied by a small, clockwise rotation of the torso and hips, while the fist rotates 90 degrees, becoming horizontal upon impact.
The jab is the most important punch in a boxer's arsenal because it provides a fair amount of its own cover and it leaves the least amount of space for a counter‐punch from the opponent. It has the longest reach of any punch and does not require commitment or large weight transfers. Due to its relatively weak power, the jab is often used as a tool to gauge distances, probe an opponent's defenses, and set up heavier, more powerful punches. A half‐step may be added, moving the entire body into the punch, for additional power. Despite its lack of raw power however, the jab is often considered to be the most important punch in boxing, usable not only for attack but also defense, as a good quick, stiff jab can interrupt a much more powerful punch, such as a hook or uppercut.
- Cross – a powerful straight punch thrown with the rear hand. From the guard position, the rear hand is thrown from the chin, crossing the body and traveling towards the target in a straight line. The rear shoulder is thrust forward and finishes just touching the outside of the chin. At the same time, the lead hand is retracted and tucked against the face to protect the inside of the chin. For additional power, the torso and hips are rotated counter‐clockwise as the cross is thrown. The cross can also follow a jab, creating the classic "one‐two combo." The cross is also called a "straight" or "right." The cross has been widely disputed as one of the most powerful, if not the single most powerful punch in the boxer's arsenal.
- Hook – a semi‐circular punch thrown with the lead hand to the side of the opponent's head. The torso and hips are rotated clockwise, propelling the fist through a tight, clockwise arc across the front of the body and connecting with the target. At the same time, the lead foot pivots clockwise, turning the left heel outwards. Upon contact, the hook's circular path ends abruptly and the lead hand is pulled quickly back into the guard position. A hook may also target the lower body (the classic Mexican hook to the liver) and this technique is sometimes called the "rip" to distinguish it from the conventional hook to the head. The hook may also be thrown with the rear hand.
- Uppercut – a vertical, rising punch thrown with the rear hand. From the guard position, the torso shifts slightly to the right, the rear hand drops below the level of the opponent's chest and the knees are bent slightly. From this position, the rear hand is thrust upwards in a rising arc towards the opponent's chin or torso. At the same time, the knees push upwards quickly and the torso and hips rotate counter‐clockwise and the rear heel turns outward, mimicking the body movement of the cross. The strategic utility of the uppercut depends on its ability to "lift" the opponent's body, setting it off‐balance for successive attacks. The right uppercut followed by a left hook is a powerful combination.
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Weight Divisions/Champions
Men
(118 lbs) Bantamweight Champion:
(126 lbs) Featherweight Champion:
(135 lbs) Lightweight Champion:
(147 lbs) Welterweight Champion:
(160 lbs) Middleweight Champion:
(178 lbs) Lightheavyweight Champion:
(200 lbs) Cruiserweight Champion:
(200+ lbs) Heavyweight Champion:
Women
(106 lbs) Flyweight Champion:
(112 lbs) Bantamweight Champion:
(119 lbs) Featherweight Champion:
(126 lbs) Lightweight Champion:
(141 lbs) Welterweight Champion:
(152 lbs) Middleweight Champion:
(179 lbs) Cruiserweight Champion:
(179+ lbs) Heavyweight Champion:
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Create-A-Boxer
Name:
Age:
Sex:
Height:
Weight class:
Reach: (65"-85")
Hometown :
Theme:
Professional Status: (prospect, part-timer, amateur, semi-professional , world-class, champion)
Record:
Boxing Style : (in-fighter, out-boxer, brawler, boxer-puncher, counterpuncher, southpaw)
Signature Punch:
Bio :
Boxer Stats
Power: x/10
Speed: x/10
Endurance: x/10
Technique: x/10
Reflexes: x/10
Talent: x/10
Ring IQ: x/10
Non-Boxers
Name:
Age:
Sex:
Role: (What is your involvement to the world of boxing in other words? Can be a husband, wife, son/daughter, trainer, manager, friend, girlfriend, groupie, ringgirl, promoter, matchmaker, sponsor, boxing president, etc. )
Personality: (opt)
Bio: (opt)
