For me, it wouldn't make sense, because I don't play the same character in every story. My backstory, experience and skills change, so there is no continuity between all of my matches - they're not all in the same universe/timeline.
Gonna be honest, looking at someone’s profile and seeing a ridiculously inflated Win/Loss record posted is the fastest way to make me not want to write with them.
Yes, I agree, it is of interest to keep track of this, and I only include fights where there is either a story to back up the W/L or a relationship of defeat/defeated by. Other fights don't count in my opinion, other than as sparring sessions. So yes, do keep your score card on your profile loved ones.
I get flack for this two or three times a year. Not sure how big the crowd is or if it's just a few people profile hopping every few months and not bothering to block me but I believe there's merit in keeping track of your wins and losses.
Whether you're just playing for kicks or out to make a name for yourself, keeping track of your wins and losses can create a story. Every win and every loss can be used for and against you. They create history. Are you the bad guy/girl but getting constantly handed the L every week? What about getting the W every week instead? Are you trying to promote yourself as a champion or a rising star?
Depending on your match frequency, it can be difficult to keep track of wins and losses. However, keeping a consistent log has advantages. It lets people get an idea of your level of experience. Someone with 70 matches in one year is going to be more skilled and talented than someone with 20. However, that win-loss ratio might make a difference. Someone with 20 matches and 90% of them being wins vs someone with 70 matches and over half of them being losses might be able to set up a story of quality vs. quantity.
Who you win and lose against can tell a whole other story. Are you winning mostly against jobbers? Are you losing to someone who is a light weight? Are you about to go up against someone who wrestled someone you beat last week? Are you about to go up against someone who absolutely dominated some talented people? Every piece of information you give your opponents can be used to elevate the story.
You can use it to your advantage. If you see someone who beat your friend on their W-L list, you can message them and challenge them. Seek revenge and get some payback. Did they lose to someone you know? You can act strong by proclaiming you beat someone who defeated them.
Wins and losses are great for rivalries. They give a reason to come back for rematches. Did they beat you two times in a row? Well, they're not going to get a third time. Who's the better wrestler? The stats know. The stats change.
If you're new and inexperienced, every win you document tells the story of your rise towards becoming champion. Every loss tells of the setbacks you've endured. Every one has that one opponent they just can't beat and another that they just keep coming back for more against. You can people your rise to the top or your descent to the bottom of the roster.
The best matches tell a story. The best matches have a dynamic to them. The new vs the old. The experienced vs. the rising stars. Your wins and losses highlight every chapter in the story of your character. Every one gets hot streaks, some people get cold streaks and some people alternate back and forth.
Some people think it's too professional. Too boring. There's a fun realism aspect though. If you were to join any real federation and have a match, someone would report on it. People would find out if you won or loss the match. AEW keeps track of stats. You don't have to log everything down and turn it into a chore but there's an opportunity to use it to your advantage and turn that bland hottie into a well developed, amazing wrestler with an impressive back story.
If it sounds boring, that's fine but if you want to add more depth to your character, give it a shot.
Kendall
2024-10-31 23:12For me, it wouldn't make sense, because I don't play the same character in every story. My backstory, experience and skills change, so there is no continuity between all of my matches - they're not all in the same universe/timeline.
MillieBoxes
2024-10-19 16:40never understood the purpose of that. Wins and losses mean nothing to me here. Just get in the ring and fight. If you win, woo hoo.
Anna Cherrybomb
2024-09-23 19:05Gonna be honest, looking at someone’s profile and seeing a ridiculously inflated Win/Loss record posted is the fastest way to make me not want to write with them.
But that’s just me.
MillieBoxes
2024-10-19 16:40(In reply to this)
agreed 100%
CindyyKatz (deleted member)
2024-09-23 02:27not hard to keep track of
over 25 arranged catfights ... & I HAV NEVER LOST !!
Valenzuela
2024-09-23 08:55(In reply to this)
That's impressive!
CindyyKatz (deleted member)
2024-09-23 20:03(In reply to this)
ty,
nothing but the truth
Rose Bonito
2024-09-09 08:42yes nothing wrong with it , adds an element to the opponent search
Valenzuela
2024-09-05 18:15Yes, I agree, it is of interest to keep track of this, and I only include fights where there is either a story to back up the W/L or a relationship of defeat/defeated by. Other fights don't count in my opinion, other than as sparring sessions. So yes, do keep your score card on your profile loved ones.
Lady Darcy
2024-09-06 11:25(In reply to this)
Definitely agree about having stories posted to go with the W/L record, adds depth. I break down my record by match type as well.
DRP 119
2024-09-02 07:00I get flack for this two or three times a year. Not sure how big the crowd is or if it's just a few people profile hopping every few months and not bothering to block me but I believe there's merit in keeping track of your wins and losses.
Whether you're just playing for kicks or out to make a name for yourself, keeping track of your wins and losses can create a story. Every win and every loss can be used for and against you. They create history. Are you the bad guy/girl but getting constantly handed the L every week? What about getting the W every week instead? Are you trying to promote yourself as a champion or a rising star?
Depending on your match frequency, it can be difficult to keep track of wins and losses. However, keeping a consistent log has advantages. It lets people get an idea of your level of experience. Someone with 70 matches in one year is going to be more skilled and talented than someone with 20. However, that win-loss ratio might make a difference. Someone with 20 matches and 90% of them being wins vs someone with 70 matches and over half of them being losses might be able to set up a story of quality vs. quantity.
Who you win and lose against can tell a whole other story. Are you winning mostly against jobbers? Are you losing to someone who is a light weight? Are you about to go up against someone who wrestled someone you beat last week? Are you about to go up against someone who absolutely dominated some talented people? Every piece of information you give your opponents can be used to elevate the story.
You can use it to your advantage. If you see someone who beat your friend on their W-L list, you can message them and challenge them. Seek revenge and get some payback. Did they lose to someone you know? You can act strong by proclaiming you beat someone who defeated them.
Wins and losses are great for rivalries. They give a reason to come back for rematches. Did they beat you two times in a row? Well, they're not going to get a third time. Who's the better wrestler? The stats know. The stats change.
If you're new and inexperienced, every win you document tells the story of your rise towards becoming champion. Every loss tells of the setbacks you've endured. Every one has that one opponent they just can't beat and another that they just keep coming back for more against. You can people your rise to the top or your descent to the bottom of the roster.
The best matches tell a story. The best matches have a dynamic to them. The new vs the old. The experienced vs. the rising stars. Your wins and losses highlight every chapter in the story of your character. Every one gets hot streaks, some people get cold streaks and some people alternate back and forth.
Some people think it's too professional. Too boring. There's a fun realism aspect though. If you were to join any real federation and have a match, someone would report on it. People would find out if you won or loss the match. AEW keeps track of stats. You don't have to log everything down and turn it into a chore but there's an opportunity to use it to your advantage and turn that bland hottie into a well developed, amazing wrestler with an impressive back story.
If it sounds boring, that's fine but if you want to add more depth to your character, give it a shot.