Well, it's my first tourney win and have to say that even though I didn't make Guardian, I am still proud because Allblues made it the farthest of any of my HC characters, by far. (My previous best was Hell Act 2 Palace Cellar, but usually I die in Act 1 Hell somewhere). Also, playing him was very educational. It taught me a lot about Acts 3-5 and the dangers they pose to a HC character.
I would like to thank Shockwave for being possibly the most useful skill ever (saved my butt so many times), Fara for selling that Ferocious War Pike to my merc that remained useful right up until the end, and whatever monster dropped that +2 shape-shifting skills helm. Also to my fellow forumites for lending their support and knowledge, and to skunkbelly for coming up with such a novel (and popular!) tourney idea.
@skunkbelly: I would like to claim the prize if it's not too much trouble. Lately I am trying to put together a grail of sorts, even if it's not self-found. But no rush on getting those items to me; you can send them whenever is convenient for you.
My lightning zon was good until I met end A2 hell. I really wonder how to do a LF zon even with all equip allowed, I have to try one day. Those LIs are really hard to overcome with such a build.
Congrats AZN, my interest in running my character became low after the MFO and my vacation, so I couldn't compete with you. Great work. Great winner. Great tournament.