So if you're like me, you're excited about the new "Gifts" system on theOtaku. The ability to only send 3 per month is a nice touch on Adam's part, although it's made me think about who exactly I'm going to send Gifts to. Then the idea struck me: why not incorporate Gifts into the OCL?

With this in mind, I'm announcing that the ultimate champion of the upcoming Otaku Cup 2008 will receive a Gift. Which one? Well since there is a limit on how many Gifts can be sent, there's a chance you might not get a particular one you want. And who knows, maybe you're trying to get yourself a collection. Therefore, the Gift will be the winner's choice. Keep in mind, though, that I am a base Otakuite member, and until I advance to Senior Otaku, my Gift selection is somewhat limited. Also, the Gift will contain a message about being the Otaku Cup 2008 Grand Champion.

Also, as a little extra prize for the winner, I'll use my noobish Photoshop skills to whip up a championship banner for him/her to display wherever he/she wants. So hopefully that's a little more incentive to join the tournament. Join now by PM'ing me or get others to join!

-Matt