As Season 2022 draws to a close, it's time to congratulate the top 10 tournament players over the course of the whole season!

Note: if you're new to the Legion TD 2 tournament scene, visit the following link to learn more:
Nova Cup FAQ

Methodology

The Nova Point (NP) system is used to rank tournament performance. It uses the following point system:

• 1st place finish: +3 NP
  
• 2nd place finish: +2 NP
  
• 3rd/4th place finish: +1 NP

Results

Congratulations to the top 10 tournament players of the 2022 Nova Cup season! Each player will receive an in-game badge with their tournament rank, based on total NP over the course of the year.


1. Kingdanzz
The most decorated Legion TD 2 player of all time. Widely considered the GOAT. So good, he's also the final boss of the Crystal Coast campaign.

• 20 NP
  
• Peak Rating: 3273 (Division 1) - #1 all time
  
• 1st place finishes: 4
  
• 2nd place finishes: 3
  
• 3rd place finishes: 2
  
• Notable playstyle: Everything but Castle
  

1. Widderson
One of the best Legion players of all time, proven by consistently dominant results in every tournament. Pioneer of Priestess of the Abyss opening.

• 20 NP
  
• Peak Rating: 3230 (Division 1) - #3 all time
  
• 1st place finishes: 4
  
• 2nd place finishes: 3
  
• 3rd place finishes: 2
  
• Notable playstyle: Castle
  

3. XGod37
Originally known for being a Proton Lock-in player, XGod had one of the fastest climbs in Legion history. Silver in his first season to Legend next season. Finishes 2022 with the most 1st place Nova Cup wins.

• 17 NP
  
• Peak Rating: 3155 (Division 1) - #5 all time
  
• 1st place finishes: 5
  
• 3rd place finishes: 2
  
• Notable playstyle: Cash Out
  

4. fine
The most dominant player in Division 2. Who wants to see them compete in Division 1 next season? Picks Grarl when available in literally 100% of his games.

• 16 NP
  
• Peak Rating: 2408 (Division 2)
  
• 1st place finishes: 4
  
• 2nd place finishes: 2
  
• Notable playstyle: Fiesta
  

5. GehPennen
The second-most dominant player in Division 2. Also picks Grarl when available in literally 100% of his games. Coincidence or conspiracy?

• 13 NP
  
• Peak Rating: 2400 (Division 2)
  
• 1st place finishes: 3
  
• 2nd place finishes: 2
  
• Notable playstyle: Fiesta
  

6. Ashton Butcher
Infamous for his high-income carry playstyle and 90%+ economist score. Sent Cannoneers instead of Brutes before it was cool. Won 3 of the first 4 Nova Cups.

• 10 NP
  
• Peak Rating: 3077 (Division 1) - #6 all time
  
• 1st place finishes: 3
  
• 3rd place finishes: 1
  
• Notable playstyle: Yolo
  

7. Aviator
One of the best Legion players of all time, proven by consistently being on top of the ladder and strong tournament results. Mastered the art of Pack Rat Treasure Hunt before it was considered strong.

• 9 NP
  
• Peak Rating: 3187 (Division 1) - #4 all time
  
• 1st place finishes: 1
  
• 2nd place finishes: 3
  
• Notable playstyle: Greed
  

8. Drachir
The best of the new blood and one of the front-runners in Ladder Points, in a tight 3-way race with Kingdanzz and Aviator. Will he end Season 2022 with the coveted GOAT badge?

• 8 NP
  
• Peak Rating: 3259 (Division 1) - #2 all time
  
• 2nd place finishes: 3
  
• 3rd place finishes: 2
  
• Notable playstyle: Greed
  

8. FC Lucy
One of the strongest players to enter the Legion scene recently. Excels at finding creative avenues to win games. Secretly carries her duo mate, Drachir.

• 8 NP
  
• Peak Rating: 3034 (Division 1) - #10 all time
  
• 2nd place finishes: 3
  
• 3rd place finishes: 2
  
• Notable playstyle: Greed
  

10. resito
Plays with their duo mate SebAx. Classic-only player. Proof that you don't need to play ranked to win Nova Cups.

• 7 NP
  
• Rank #162 all time in classic (Division 2)
  
• 1st place finishes: 2
  
• 2nd place finishes: 1
  
• Notable playstyle: Greed
  

10. SebAx
Plays with their duo mate resito. Classic-only player. Proof that you don't need to play ranked to win Nova Cups.

• 7 NP
  
• Rank #503 all time in classic (Division 2)
  
• 1st place finishes: 2
  
• 2nd place finishes: 1
  
• Notable playstyle: Yolo
  

10. Shea
Long-time player who only recently became one of the top players. Community leader and streamer. #1 most-picked unit: Seedling. #1 highest win rate unit: also Seedling

• 7 NP
  
• Peak Rating: 2977 (Division 1) - #17 all time, #7 all time Classic
  
• 1st place finishes: 2
  
• 2nd place finishes: 0
  
• 3rd place finishes: 1
  
• Notable playstyle: Everything but Fiesta
  

10. GreenSpirit
Recently saw a rapid ascent up the ladder and tournament scene. Unbeatable when soloing, but held back by his duo mates. Top performing units are the fish boys: Angler, Bounty Hunter, and Kingpin.

• 7 NP
  
• Peak Rating: 3045 (Division 1) - #8 all time
  
• 1st place finishes: 1
  
• 2nd place finishes: 1
  
• 3rd place finishes: 2
  
• Notable playstyle: Greed
  

To see the full list of winners for each tournament, visit the following:
Nova Cup League Points - Full Results

Final Remarks

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's Nova Cup. It has been a blast seeing all the plays, comebacks, and throws each month as players compete for prize money and bragging rights.

We look forward to the upcoming Season 2023 as the Nova Cup continues next season.

If you're interested in joining (it's free and open to all!), be sure to join the Legion TD 2 Official Tournament Discord. All tournament updates are posted in that Discord. In addition, keep an eye out for in-game news updates, as those will also announce tournament details each month.

See you in the new season!

Sincerely,
Your Legion TD 2 Tournament Staff