Calendar

May
3
Thu
2018
Marvel vs Capcom 1 & Street Fighter 2 Champion Tournament @ Action Burger 2.0 & Planet Xenos
May 3 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Tournament 1: Street Fighter 2 Champion Edition starts at 7 pm

Tournament 2: Marvel vs Capcom starts at 8 or 8:30 pm, or when tournament 1 finishes.

Entry fee: $5 per tournament, winner keeps all

 

Jun
7
Thu
2018
Marvel vs Capcom 1 & Street Fighter 2 Champion Tournament @ Action Burger 2.0 & Planet Xenos
Jun 7 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Tournament 1: Street Fighter 2 Champion Edition starts at 7 pm

Tournament 2: Marvel vs Capcom starts at 8 or 8:30 pm, or when tournament 1 finishes.

Entry fee: $5 per tournament, winner keeps all

 

Jul
5
Thu
2018
Marvel vs capcom 1, 3rd strike & SF2 champion edition tournament @ Action Burger 2.0 & Planet Xenos
Jul 5 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Marvel vs capcom, third strike and Street fighter 2 champion tournaments at Action Burger. Action Burger is America’s only sci-fi bar, comic book and free retro video game themed restaurant. 292 Graham ave. Williamsburg Brooklyn NY. Off L train.

$5 entry for each tournament. Winner keeps everything. The best 3 out of 5 games for each person in tournament. If 10 people show up, the winner keeps the $50.
* Pay at restaurant when you arrive. Money will be kept by a neutral third party, not by restaurant. Paid to the winner at the end of each tournament.

Tournament 1: Third strike starts at 6pm.
Tournament 2: Street fighter 2 champion edition starts at 730pm.

Tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom starts at 9pm or 930pm. Depending when tournament 1 is over.

A free complimentary pitcher of rum & coke or black island ice tea will be given out at 7pm. First come first serve. Be on time or the tournament will start without you. We will be video taping the event and will be broadcasting parts of the event live.

Jul
20
Fri
2018
Defend the North 2018 @ Crowne Plaza White Plains-Downtown (White Plains, NY)
Jul 20 @ 2:00 pm – 11:00 pm

On July 20th, 21st and 22nd, the Crowne Plaza Hotel will open its doors to welcome the Fighting Game Community Defend The North (DTN2018), a major fighting game tournament.

New York City consists of a diverse gaming community that has grown substantially over the previous years. As you may know, New York City is a tourist attraction and we believe that it can be a great destination for gamers who travel to these tournaments year round. DTN2018 will provide a venue that will advertise to players and spectators of all levels.

Both players and spectators will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive fighting gameplay as well as additional events that will occur simultaneously. They will also enjoy the opportunity to play and watch the best of the East Coast, as we try to defend our home court.

Games:
Street Fighter 5
Marvel Vs. Capcom Infinite
Tekken 7
Injustice 2
Dragon Ball FighterZ
BlazBlue Tag Battle
Guilty Gear xrd Rev2
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Pokken Tournament DX
Gears of War 4
Fortnite Battle Royale
For Honor
& more!

Venue Fees:
Online Pre registration February 26th – June 29th : $40

Online Pre registration June 22nd – July 13th: $50

Onsite Registration Friday July 20th: $60

Casual / Spectator Pass to play games and attend other non-tournament games – $30 for all 3 days

FB Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/252151858657872/

Jul
21
Sat
2018
Defend the North 2018 @ Crowne Plaza White Plains-Downtown (White Plains, NY)
Jul 21 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 pm

On July 20th, 21st and 22nd, the Crowne Plaza Hotel will open its doors to welcome the Fighting Game Community Defend The North (DTN2018), a major fighting game tournament.

New York City consists of a diverse gaming community that has grown substantially over the previous years. As you may know, New York City is a tourist attraction and we believe that it can be a great destination for gamers who travel to these tournaments year round. DTN2018 will provide a venue that will advertise to players and spectators of all levels.

Both players and spectators will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive fighting gameplay as well as additional events that will occur simultaneously. They will also enjoy the opportunity to play and watch the best of the East Coast, as we try to defend our home court.

Games:
Street Fighter 5
Marvel Vs. Capcom Infinite
Tekken 7
Injustice 2
Dragon Ball FighterZ
BlazBlue Tag Battle
Guilty Gear xrd Rev2
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Pokken Tournament DX
Gears of War 4
Fortnite Battle Royale
For Honor
& more!

Venue Fees:
Online Pre registration February 26th – June 29th : $40

Online Pre registration June 22nd – July 13th: $50

Onsite Registration Friday July 20th: $60

Casual / Spectator Pass to play games and attend other non-tournament games – $30 for all 3 days

FB Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/252151858657872/

Jul
22
Sun
2018
Defend the North 2018 @ Crowne Plaza White Plains-Downtown (White Plains, NY)
Jul 22 @ 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

On July 20th, 21st and 22nd, the Crowne Plaza Hotel will open its doors to welcome the Fighting Game Community Defend The North (DTN2018), a major fighting game tournament.

New York City consists of a diverse gaming community that has grown substantially over the previous years. As you may know, New York City is a tourist attraction and we believe that it can be a great destination for gamers who travel to these tournaments year round. DTN2018 will provide a venue that will advertise to players and spectators of all levels.

Both players and spectators will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive fighting gameplay as well as additional events that will occur simultaneously. They will also enjoy the opportunity to play and watch the best of the East Coast, as we try to defend our home court.

Games:
Street Fighter 5
Marvel Vs. Capcom Infinite
Tekken 7
Injustice 2
Dragon Ball FighterZ
BlazBlue Tag Battle
Guilty Gear xrd Rev2
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Pokken Tournament DX
Gears of War 4
Fortnite Battle Royale
For Honor
& more!

Venue Fees:
Online Pre registration February 26th – June 29th : $40

Online Pre registration June 22nd – July 13th: $50

Onsite Registration Friday July 20th: $60

Casual / Spectator Pass to play games and attend other non-tournament games – $30 for all 3 days

FB Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/252151858657872/

Aug
2
Thu
2018
Marvel vs capcom 1, 3rd strike & SF2 champion edition tournament @ Action Burger 2.0 & Planet Xenos
Aug 2 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Marvel vs capcom, third strike and Street fighter 2 champion tournaments at Action Burger. Action Burger is America’s only sci-fi bar, comic book and free retro video game themed restaurant. 292 Graham ave. Williamsburg Brooklyn NY. Off L train.

$5 entry for each tournament. Winner keeps everything. The best 3 out of 5 games for each person in tournament. If 10 people show up, the winner keeps the $50.
* Pay at restaurant when you arrive. Money will be kept by a neutral third party, not by restaurant. Paid to the winner at the end of each tournament.

Tournament 1: Third strike starts at 6pm.
Tournament 2: Street fighter 2 champion edition starts at 730pm.

Tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom starts at 9pm or 930pm. Depending when tournament 1 is over.

A free complimentary pitcher of rum & coke or black island ice tea will be given out at 7pm. First come first serve. Be on time or the tournament will start without you. We will be video taping the event and will be broadcasting parts of the event live.

Sep
6
Thu
2018
Super tournaments at Action Burger @ Action Burger 2.0 & Planet Xenos
Sep 6 @ 7:00 pm – Sep 7 @ 12:00 am

Marvel vs Capcom 1 (arcade), Super Smash Bros (Wii U), third strike (arcade) and Marvel vs Capcom infinite (Xbox one), Marvel vs capcom 2 (original xbox).
Action Burger is America’s only sci-fi bar, comic book and free retro video game themed restaurant. 292 Graham ave. Williamsburg Brooklyn NY. Off L train.

$5 entry for each tournament. Winner keeps everything. The best 2 out of 3 or best 3 out of 5 games depending on tournament size. If 10 people show up, the winner keeps the $50.
* Pay at restaurant when you arrive. Money will be kept by a neutral third party, not by restaurant. Paid to the winner at the end of each tournament.

VENTURE FEE – Must spend $10 minimum per person for food or drinks at the restaurant.

TIMES
First three tournaments, please arrive by 7pm to register.

7pm tournament 1: Third strike (arcade) starts at 7pm.
7pm tournament 2: Super Smash Bros Wii u 1 on 1, singles.

7pm tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom infiniti (xbox one).

9:30pm tournament 5: Super smash bros Wii u royal battle up to 8 players. Every man for themselves. Last man standing wins.
9:30pm tournament 6: Marvel vs capcom 1 (arcade).
10:30pm tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom 2 (original xbox).

Oct
4
Thu
2018
Super tournaments at Action Burger @ Action Burger 2.0 & Planet Xenos
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm – Oct 5 @ 12:00 am

Marvel vs Capcom 1 (arcade), Super Smash Bros (Wii U), third strike (arcade) and Marvel vs Capcom infinite (Xbox one), Marvel vs capcom 2 (original xbox).
Action Burger is America’s only sci-fi bar, comic book and free retro video game themed restaurant. 292 Graham ave. Williamsburg Brooklyn NY. Off L train.

$5 entry for each tournament. Winner keeps everything. The best 2 out of 3 or best 3 out of 5 games depending on tournament size. If 10 people show up, the winner keeps the $50.
* Pay at restaurant when you arrive. Money will be kept by a neutral third party, not by restaurant. Paid to the winner at the end of each tournament.

VENTURE FEE – Must spend $10 minimum per person for food or drinks at the restaurant.

TIMES
First three tournaments, please arrive by 7pm to register.

7pm tournament 1: Third strike (arcade) starts at 7pm.
7pm tournament 2: Super Smash Bros Wii u 1 on 1, singles.

7pm tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom infiniti (xbox one).

9:30pm tournament 5: Super smash bros Wii u royal battle up to 8 players. Every man for themselves. Last man standing wins.
9:30pm tournament 6: Marvel vs capcom 1 (arcade).
10:30pm tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom 2 (original xbox).

Nov
1
Thu
2018
Super tournaments at Action Burger @ Action Burger 2.0 & Planet Xenos
Nov 1 @ 7:00 pm – Nov 2 @ 12:00 am

Marvel vs Capcom 1 (arcade), Super Smash Bros (Wii U), third strike (arcade) and Marvel vs Capcom infinite (Xbox one), Marvel vs capcom 2 (original xbox).
Action Burger is America’s only sci-fi bar, comic book and free retro video game themed restaurant. 292 Graham ave. Williamsburg Brooklyn NY. Off L train.

$5 entry for each tournament. Winner keeps everything. The best 2 out of 3 or best 3 out of 5 games depending on tournament size. If 10 people show up, the winner keeps the $50.
* Pay at restaurant when you arrive. Money will be kept by a neutral third party, not by restaurant. Paid to the winner at the end of each tournament.

VENTURE FEE – Must spend $10 minimum per person for food or drinks at the restaurant.

TIMES
First three tournaments, please arrive by 7pm to register.

7pm tournament 1: Third strike (arcade) starts at 7pm.
7pm tournament 2: Super Smash Bros Wii u 1 on 1, singles.

7pm tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom infiniti (xbox one).

9:30pm tournament 5: Super smash bros Wii u royal battle up to 8 players. Every man for themselves. Last man standing wins.
9:30pm tournament 6: Marvel vs capcom 1 (arcade).
10:30pm tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom 2 (original xbox).

Dec
6
Thu
2018
Super tournaments at Action Burger @ Action Burger 2.0 & Planet Xenos
Dec 6 @ 7:00 pm – Dec 7 @ 12:00 am

Marvel vs Capcom 1 (arcade), Super Smash Bros (Wii U), third strike (arcade) and Marvel vs Capcom infinite (Xbox one), Marvel vs capcom 2 (original xbox).
Action Burger is America’s only sci-fi bar, comic book and free retro video game themed restaurant. 292 Graham ave. Williamsburg Brooklyn NY. Off L train.

$5 entry for each tournament. Winner keeps everything. The best 2 out of 3 or best 3 out of 5 games depending on tournament size. If 10 people show up, the winner keeps the $50.
* Pay at restaurant when you arrive. Money will be kept by a neutral third party, not by restaurant. Paid to the winner at the end of each tournament.

VENTURE FEE – Must spend $10 minimum per person for food or drinks at the restaurant.

TIMES
First three tournaments, please arrive by 7pm to register.

7pm tournament 1: Third strike (arcade) starts at 7pm.
7pm tournament 2: Super Smash Bros Wii u 1 on 1, singles.

7pm tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom infiniti (xbox one).

9:30pm tournament 5: Super smash bros Wii u royal battle up to 8 players. Every man for themselves. Last man standing wins.
9:30pm tournament 6: Marvel vs capcom 1 (arcade).
10:30pm tournament 3: Marvel vs capcom 2 (original xbox).

Jul
19
Fri
2019
Defend The North 2019 @ The New Yorker Hotel
Jul 19 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

On July 19-21, the New Yorker Hotel will host Defend the North: New York City’s only major fighting game tournament! Considered by many to be one of the biggest travel destinations in the world, NYC is also home to a diverse gaming community with a rich and storied legacy. This summer, be a part of that legacy and register for DTN today!

Why Go to Defend the North?

– 3 Day event

– 20+ Tournaments for Current and Retro Games

– 30+ Different Games Available for Casual Play

– Arcade Room featuring Japanese Candy Cabs

– 24 hour Gaming in the BYOC and Arcade Rooms

– Community-Run Side Tournaments

– Cosplay Contest with Cash Prizes

– Vendor and Exhibitor Booths

– And much more!

How Do I Get There?

The iconic New Yorker Hotel is located at 481 8th Ave in Midtown Manhattan. Public transportation is available from all 3 major NYC airports: Newark (EWR), John F Kennedy (JFK), and LaGuardia (LGA):

From EWR: Take the Airtrain to Newark Airport train station. Then transfer to a NJ TRANSIT train to NEW YORK Penn Station.

From JFK: Take the Airtrain to Jamaica Station. Then transfer to a Manhattan-bound E train and stop at 34th St Penn Station.

From LGA: Take the Q70 SBS Bus to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue/74th St (Guests coming from Terminal A must take the Q47 Bus instead). Then take an E train to 34th St Penn Station.

Where Can I Stay?

Get the most out of DTN and stay at the venue! Steps away from places like the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, the New Yorker combines historic charm with modern convenience.

This 4-star hotel features updated rooms with breathtaking views of the city. Amenities include a bar, a 24-hour diner, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Normally priced around $300 a night during the summer, DTN has secured amazing rates for all our guests starting at $147 a night! Click below to reserve your room! No deposit needed!

The last day to book with this special rate is June 19th, 2019. So act fast and take advantage of this amazing deal!

https://newyorkerhotel.reztrip.com/classic/en/special_offer?action=show&controller=landings&locale=en&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&starting_page=special_offer&vr=3

Gaming Tours:

Capcom Pro Tour
Defend the North is an official stop on the Capcom Pro Tour! Earn valuable points and qualify for Capcom Cup 2019! Click here for more details.

Jazzy Circuit Finale
DTN will host the season finale of the Jazzy Circuit! FOUR Last Chance Qualifying Spots up for grabs! Who will become the 1st ever Jazzy Circuit Champion?

DTN After Hours
In the city that never sleeps, it’s only fitting that DTN features 24/7 gaming! Play as late or early as you want with BYOC and Arcade Rooms open ALL weekend long!

Tournament Games:

Street Fighter V (2K pot minimum)

Smash Ultimate ($1K pot minimum)

Dragon Ball Fighter Z ($1K pot minimum)

Mortal Kombat 11 ($1K pot minimum)

Vampire Savior ($250 pot minimum)*

Under Night In Birth Exe: Late [st]

Fortnite 1v1 ($500 pot minimum)

Capcom vs SNK 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike (2K pot minimum)*

Smash Brothers Melee

Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3

Tekken 7 ($1K pot minimum)

Street Fighter Alpha 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Guilty Gear Xrd REV2

For Honor

Virtua Fighter 5 ($250 pot minimum)*

Ultra Street Fighter IV

Pokken Tournament DX

Marvel vs. Capcom 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Soul Calibur VI ($500 pot minimum)

Super Street Fighter II Turbo ($250 pot minimum)*

BLazBlue Cross Tag Battle

Overwatch 6v6

*Free Entry and Crowdfunded via Matcherino

Competitor Pass
Players who wish to compete in ANY of the official tournaments must have a Competitor Pass. Prices will go up as the date gets closer to the event. So don’t wait! Click here to purchase your Competitor Pass today! you will also gain access to the event for all 3 days

$35.00 USD (December 1st, 2018 – January 18th, 2019)
$40.00 USD (January 19th – March 28th)
$50.00 USD (March 29th – June 1st)
$60.00 USD (June 1st – July 12th)
$75.00 USD (On-Site Registration ONLY on July 19th)

Spectator Pass
Attending DTN as a fan? Curious to see what FGC tourneys are like? Get a Spectator pass which includes access to all our games (including the 24 hour BYOC and Arcade Rooms) for casual play! Spectators can also enter community-run side events! Visit our Eventbrite page to get your Spectator Pass today!

$50.00 USD

OWA Presents Defend the North Official Kick Off Party @ The Tailor Public House NYC
Jul 19 @ 8:00 pm – Jul 20 @ 3:00 am

Defend the North Returns to the Heart of New York City for 2019
Join Otakus with Attitude for the 1st ever Defend the North Official Kick Off Party!

There will be raffles, free swag giveaways, special event crafted drinks, Live DJs! We will be live streaming some of the tournaments from Defend the North so you don’t miss a fight!

Make sure to follow the event for more exciting updates!

Date: July 19th Time: 8pm -3am
Location: The Tailor Public House NYC

Admission:
FREE ENTRY FOR DEFEND THE NORTH BADGE HOLDERS!
Advance Ticket: $5
General Admission in Cosplay: $10 *Cash Only*
General Admission at Door: $15 *Cash Only*

Tickets will be extremely limited due to the exclusivity of the event. Please do not hesitate to buy tickets.
*No Refund will be issued for the tickets. Resale is okay!”

Video Games Provided by: Mashfest NYC

Featured Guest: Barbie Chula | Lady Kayleen

DJs bringing the best in Electronic, Top 40, Hip-Hop, Latin,K-Pop Nerd Jams:

OWA Resident DJs
DJ KYON
Kenneth Rage
Some Kid

Special Guest DJs:
DJ KaGroosiv
DJ Awesomus Prime

—OWA Girls—
Aaimz Tako
Torii Stars
LinRei Cosplay
Avarent Cosplay
Hellokitti2323
Lady Kayleen
Prince Trippi
——————Sponsors———————–
Defend the North
Mashfest NYC
EPM Events
The Tailor Public House NYC

Rules & Disclaimer:
– 21+ Government issued ID is required
– No outside food or drinks at the event
– Cosplay is not consent
– Do not be creepy
– Proper hygiene is MUST! The venue reserve the right to revoke entry if it is not standard, no refund will be issued.
– OWA and the “Tailor Public House” is not responsible for lost belongings.
– No outside advertisement or promotion of other organizations without the written approval of the “Tailor Public House” and Otakus with Attitude
*Violators will be subject to removal from the event without warning and refund*

Connect with us on Social Media!

Otakus with Attitude – Otakuswithattitude.net
https://www.facebook.com/Otakuswithattitude
https://www.instagram.com/Otakuwithattitude

DEFEND THE NORTH — defendthenorth.com
https://www.facebook.com/defendthenorthfgc/
https://www.instagram.com/defendthenorth/
https://www.twitter.com/DefendTheNorth

Jul
20
Sat
2019
Defend The North 2019 @ The New Yorker Hotel
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

On July 19-21, the New Yorker Hotel will host Defend the North: New York City’s only major fighting game tournament! Considered by many to be one of the biggest travel destinations in the world, NYC is also home to a diverse gaming community with a rich and storied legacy. This summer, be a part of that legacy and register for DTN today!

Why Go to Defend the North?

– 3 Day event

– 20+ Tournaments for Current and Retro Games

– 30+ Different Games Available for Casual Play

– Arcade Room featuring Japanese Candy Cabs

– 24 hour Gaming in the BYOC and Arcade Rooms

– Community-Run Side Tournaments

– Cosplay Contest with Cash Prizes

– Vendor and Exhibitor Booths

– And much more!

How Do I Get There?

The iconic New Yorker Hotel is located at 481 8th Ave in Midtown Manhattan. Public transportation is available from all 3 major NYC airports: Newark (EWR), John F Kennedy (JFK), and LaGuardia (LGA):

From EWR: Take the Airtrain to Newark Airport train station. Then transfer to a NJ TRANSIT train to NEW YORK Penn Station.

From JFK: Take the Airtrain to Jamaica Station. Then transfer to a Manhattan-bound E train and stop at 34th St Penn Station.

From LGA: Take the Q70 SBS Bus to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue/74th St (Guests coming from Terminal A must take the Q47 Bus instead). Then take an E train to 34th St Penn Station.

Where Can I Stay?

Get the most out of DTN and stay at the venue! Steps away from places like the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, the New Yorker combines historic charm with modern convenience.

This 4-star hotel features updated rooms with breathtaking views of the city. Amenities include a bar, a 24-hour diner, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Normally priced around $300 a night during the summer, DTN has secured amazing rates for all our guests starting at $147 a night! Click below to reserve your room! No deposit needed!

The last day to book with this special rate is June 19th, 2019. So act fast and take advantage of this amazing deal!

https://newyorkerhotel.reztrip.com/classic/en/special_offer?action=show&controller=landings&locale=en&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&starting_page=special_offer&vr=3

Gaming Tours:

Capcom Pro Tour
Defend the North is an official stop on the Capcom Pro Tour! Earn valuable points and qualify for Capcom Cup 2019! Click here for more details.

Jazzy Circuit Finale
DTN will host the season finale of the Jazzy Circuit! FOUR Last Chance Qualifying Spots up for grabs! Who will become the 1st ever Jazzy Circuit Champion?

DTN After Hours
In the city that never sleeps, it’s only fitting that DTN features 24/7 gaming! Play as late or early as you want with BYOC and Arcade Rooms open ALL weekend long!

Tournament Games:

Street Fighter V (2K pot minimum)

Smash Ultimate ($1K pot minimum)

Dragon Ball Fighter Z ($1K pot minimum)

Mortal Kombat 11 ($1K pot minimum)

Vampire Savior ($250 pot minimum)*

Under Night In Birth Exe: Late [st]

Fortnite 1v1 ($500 pot minimum)

Capcom vs SNK 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike (2K pot minimum)*

Smash Brothers Melee

Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3

Tekken 7 ($1K pot minimum)

Street Fighter Alpha 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Guilty Gear Xrd REV2

For Honor

Virtua Fighter 5 ($250 pot minimum)*

Ultra Street Fighter IV

Pokken Tournament DX

Marvel vs. Capcom 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Soul Calibur VI ($500 pot minimum)

Super Street Fighter II Turbo ($250 pot minimum)*

BLazBlue Cross Tag Battle

Overwatch 6v6

*Free Entry and Crowdfunded via Matcherino

Competitor Pass
Players who wish to compete in ANY of the official tournaments must have a Competitor Pass. Prices will go up as the date gets closer to the event. So don’t wait! Click here to purchase your Competitor Pass today! you will also gain access to the event for all 3 days

$35.00 USD (December 1st, 2018 – January 18th, 2019)
$40.00 USD (January 19th – March 28th)
$50.00 USD (March 29th – June 1st)
$60.00 USD (June 1st – July 12th)
$75.00 USD (On-Site Registration ONLY on July 19th)

Spectator Pass
Attending DTN as a fan? Curious to see what FGC tourneys are like? Get a Spectator pass which includes access to all our games (including the 24 hour BYOC and Arcade Rooms) for casual play! Spectators can also enter community-run side events! Visit our Eventbrite page to get your Spectator Pass today!

$50.00 USD

Defend the North 2019 Official Afterparty @ Spin
Jul 20 @ 8:00 pm – Jul 21 @ 2:00 am

Sonicboombox is proud to present the official afterparty of New York City’s Major Gaming Tournament & eSports Gaming Convention!

14,000 square feet of DANCING, GAMING, COSPLAY, DRINK SPECIALS, PING PONG, & MORE — with live DJs, and hosts Lua Stardust, Miss Gidget, and Maweezy!

GAMES:
· Street Fighter V
· Tekken 7
· Mortal Kombat 11
· Super Smash Bros Ultimate
· Mario Kart 64
· FREE ping pong and more!

Admission: $5-10 in advance, $20 at the door. Must be 21+

For more info on Defend The North, visit: http://defendthenorth.com

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RULES:
· Don’t be creepy. Harassers will be kicked out of the venue on the spot.
· Ping pong is free all night (first come first serve) — please take turns with other players
· No outside food or drink

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SONICBOOMBOX — sonicboombox.com
https://www.facebook.com/sonicboombox
https://www.instagram.com/sonicboomb0x

DEFEND THE NORTH — defendthenorth.com
https://www.facebook.com/defendthenorthfgc/
https://www.instagram.com/defendthenorth/
https://www.twitter.com/DefendTheNorth

Jul
21
Sun
2019
Defend The North 2019 @ The New Yorker Hotel
Jul 21 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

On July 19-21, the New Yorker Hotel will host Defend the North: New York City’s only major fighting game tournament! Considered by many to be one of the biggest travel destinations in the world, NYC is also home to a diverse gaming community with a rich and storied legacy. This summer, be a part of that legacy and register for DTN today!

Why Go to Defend the North?

– 3 Day event

– 20+ Tournaments for Current and Retro Games

– 30+ Different Games Available for Casual Play

– Arcade Room featuring Japanese Candy Cabs

– 24 hour Gaming in the BYOC and Arcade Rooms

– Community-Run Side Tournaments

– Cosplay Contest with Cash Prizes

– Vendor and Exhibitor Booths

– And much more!

How Do I Get There?

The iconic New Yorker Hotel is located at 481 8th Ave in Midtown Manhattan. Public transportation is available from all 3 major NYC airports: Newark (EWR), John F Kennedy (JFK), and LaGuardia (LGA):

From EWR: Take the Airtrain to Newark Airport train station. Then transfer to a NJ TRANSIT train to NEW YORK Penn Station.

From JFK: Take the Airtrain to Jamaica Station. Then transfer to a Manhattan-bound E train and stop at 34th St Penn Station.

From LGA: Take the Q70 SBS Bus to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue/74th St (Guests coming from Terminal A must take the Q47 Bus instead). Then take an E train to 34th St Penn Station.

Where Can I Stay?

Get the most out of DTN and stay at the venue! Steps away from places like the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, the New Yorker combines historic charm with modern convenience.

This 4-star hotel features updated rooms with breathtaking views of the city. Amenities include a bar, a 24-hour diner, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Normally priced around $300 a night during the summer, DTN has secured amazing rates for all our guests starting at $147 a night! Click below to reserve your room! No deposit needed!

The last day to book with this special rate is June 19th, 2019. So act fast and take advantage of this amazing deal!

https://newyorkerhotel.reztrip.com/classic/en/special_offer?action=show&controller=landings&locale=en&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&rate_code%5B%5D=DTN&starting_page=special_offer&vr=3

Gaming Tours:

Capcom Pro Tour
Defend the North is an official stop on the Capcom Pro Tour! Earn valuable points and qualify for Capcom Cup 2019! Click here for more details.

Jazzy Circuit Finale
DTN will host the season finale of the Jazzy Circuit! FOUR Last Chance Qualifying Spots up for grabs! Who will become the 1st ever Jazzy Circuit Champion?

DTN After Hours
In the city that never sleeps, it’s only fitting that DTN features 24/7 gaming! Play as late or early as you want with BYOC and Arcade Rooms open ALL weekend long!

Tournament Games:

Street Fighter V (2K pot minimum)

Smash Ultimate ($1K pot minimum)

Dragon Ball Fighter Z ($1K pot minimum)

Mortal Kombat 11 ($1K pot minimum)

Vampire Savior ($250 pot minimum)*

Under Night In Birth Exe: Late [st]

Fortnite 1v1 ($500 pot minimum)

Capcom vs SNK 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike (2K pot minimum)*

Smash Brothers Melee

Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3

Tekken 7 ($1K pot minimum)

Street Fighter Alpha 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Guilty Gear Xrd REV2

For Honor

Virtua Fighter 5 ($250 pot minimum)*

Ultra Street Fighter IV

Pokken Tournament DX

Marvel vs. Capcom 2 ($250 pot minimum)*

Soul Calibur VI ($500 pot minimum)

Super Street Fighter II Turbo ($250 pot minimum)*

BLazBlue Cross Tag Battle

Overwatch 6v6

*Free Entry and Crowdfunded via Matcherino

Competitor Pass
Players who wish to compete in ANY of the official tournaments must have a Competitor Pass. Prices will go up as the date gets closer to the event. So don’t wait! Click here to purchase your Competitor Pass today! you will also gain access to the event for all 3 days

$35.00 USD (December 1st, 2018 – January 18th, 2019)
$40.00 USD (January 19th – March 28th)
$50.00 USD (March 29th – June 1st)
$60.00 USD (June 1st – July 12th)
$75.00 USD (On-Site Registration ONLY on July 19th)

Spectator Pass
Attending DTN as a fan? Curious to see what FGC tourneys are like? Get a Spectator pass which includes access to all our games (including the 24 hour BYOC and Arcade Rooms) for casual play! Spectators can also enter community-run side events! Visit our Eventbrite page to get your Spectator Pass today!

$50.00 USD