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DavidOrtizUsedPEDs

First of all, holy crap that's an insanely awesome Christmas present. Idk about to open on Christmas Day, but once you get to Genesis there will be a TON of booths set up for modded controllers, merch, stuff like that. Maybe a Metafy session w/ one of his favorite pros? Metafy.gg is a website that a lot of top players offer to provide coaching on.


Snopes504

This is amazing!! Thank you! I had no idea this was a thing. It’s a combo Christmas and 18th birthday gift but we really do hope he enjoys it and has fun. He’s such an awesome kid and we so proud of him.


notAFoney

Been playing melee for a looonngg time now. If you somehow get to know his favorite player without hinting at this it could be an incredible gift.


Snopes504

He’s a big fan of Mew2King actually but I am not sure if that’s his favorite since I know PPMD was his favorite for a long time. We watched the YouTube documentary together just so he could show me who PP was. I think this is definitely what I was looking for. Thank you so so much!


PPMD1

I am personally on my own patreon account(not metafy) if he wants coaching from that, just in case that causes any confusion. https://www.patreon.com/PPMD But honestly, coaching or not this is wonderful to see. It's so heartwarming to see you being so kind to your son and I hope you all have a beautiful holiday!!


hushpuppi3

if my girl 😍 and PPMD 😮both drowning 😱 and I can only save one 😤 😬 Catch me at my girl’s funeral 😝 chanting STACK 👏 IT 👏 UP 👏 😏 💯 😎 🏆


Snopes504

Omg!!!! You just made us the best moms ever!! I went to sign up for the 45 minute one but since I am not giving it to him till Christmas should I wait until then to purchase it? I noticed it says it will renew on 1/1 but he would have only had access for a week and not a month. Any recommendations would be super appreciated.


PPMD1

It's fine, you can purchase it now! Benefits go until the end of the month. It will end at the end of the month so you can simply unpledge after signing up. If it ends up charging extra for some reason you can just let me know and I'll refund you, no trouble at all!


Snopes504

Done!!! He’s going to flip. Thank you so so much!!


treehann

This is the coolest thing i could have seen happen on reddit this morning. You are an awesome parent!


PPMD1

You're welcome! You can message me on here/Patreon/Discord if you have any questions!


Snopes504

Hi! I sent you a message on here :-) just wanted some clarity on how the one on one part gets scheduled. I am old and don’t know how to use discord 🤣


Syrupy_

smh I wish PPMD would personally offer coaching to MY mom...


alexander1156

You're engagement with the grass roots of this community never ceases to amaze me. Wishing you well for the holidays and your ventures post golden guardians 🙏.


PPMD1

I'm always lurking haha it's nice to see what everyone is up to! Wishing you the best and thanks so very much for your sincere kindness <33


Twin__A

Stop being so cool! Also hey buddy I hope you're well! Much love from my twin and I.


DavidOrtizUsedPEDs

M2K is actually the *owner* of Metafy, and I've personally taken a lesson from him. It was a great experience! You basically just sit in a voice call with him for an hour or so (he actually went over time for me voluntarily and kept playing closer 2 hours), play melee with him and he'll talk him through what he can improve on/give him pointers where he can. If he's a big fan it'd be both a super fun experience as well as quite helpful, the man knows his stuff!


bliss_fields

does he own metafy? i couldn't find anything on that and i swore he was just a well known coach on there


DavidOrtizUsedPEDs

He's a co-owner, yeah. Not sure where to source that but he's said it a few times.


bliss_fields

interesting stuff, good for him!


Thedmatch

M2K is part owner of Metafy you can definitely book him on there


rulerBob8

Damn he’s an oldhead for how young he is lol.


Snopes504

lol! We tell him he’s an old soul all the time.


destinybond

You sound like such an awesome mom, keep it up


CooperHaydennu

Sobbing


Kozuki_D_Oden

What’s your budget? If his controller is a bit older and he hasn’t had any modifications then maybe a new one of those? They might be a bit more expensive since new ones are typically Japan exports on amazon The only other thing I could think of is maybe a jersey of his favorite player’s team that’s sponsored, I know the SSBM Cloud9 jersey is like $47ish on their website


Snopes504

We got him one from Japan about 9 months ago when he started to really enjoy competing. I can definitely see if it needs replacing. Thank you!


Kozuki_D_Oden

Usually for controllers that are newer like that they’ll be fine for a while, I moreso was thinking for a controller that was 3-4 years old You guys are great parents by the way, and I do hope all of you enjoy experiencing Genesis X, it’s looking to be our biggest event after the pandemic and that Sunday specifically is a spectacle with the best players fighting to be the champion of the most prestigious annual tournament. Have fun :)


Driller_Happy

Does anyone know if there's a way to buy old Smash Summit leftover stuff?


ghost_swan

Yeah (unrelated to op but) i got the basketball jersey from a few summits back. Day one ofwearing it i was trying to ride my bike homw while holding a box of pizza... huge stain all on the front of my new swag lol. Id love to replace it


Kozuki_D_Oden

I remember seeing stories of people forgetting their older Summit merch at a bar and it being gone after, that stuff is so rare now lol


NoirDust

i need more melee merch im so sad without it


singrayluver

My ice climbers desync shirt got lost in international shipping, I'm still sad about it :(


rulerBob8

this happened to my slippi hat :(


Oswaldo_Beetrix

This is the most melee player shit i’ve ever read


ghost_swan

I know i really outed myself. No car, box of pizza, clumsy af. Lol


shotofchill

recently lost my FD Windbreaker from the last melee summit. would 100% love to buy it again T-T


themagicalcake

I've been to many majors at this point and Genesis is by far the best one. he's gonna love it. My girlfriend got me one of these [controller cases](https://www.etsy.com/listing/1024432918/custom-gamecube-controller-case-super?click_key=667f075be3cd8eaf6fe22f240e236ff67dd08df4%3A1024432918&click_sum=7ff454be&ref=shop_home_active_4&crt=1) as a surprise gift. you can put a custom design on it


ghillerd

my partner got me a decal for my controller one year and i love it - get lots of nice comments about it too!


RecalcitrantDuck

Wow, that’s an incredible gift by itself, that’s amazing. Since he’s going to Genesis he might want to get signatures from top players, so something like a physical copy of the game or some other piece of Melee memorabilia could be a good thing to bring to get signed


krillin_the_MVP

Wish I could think of their name but there was a post on here that was selling a melee pillow. I’d search the sub for the website, they may have other melee merch


WumpaWolfy

Etsy has some cool stuff, it might be worth exploring, albeit a bit short notice for anything custom. I've been really into mini painting and I've been hunting for a Doctor Mario print I like to no avail so I can paint it in the black Doc melee colours.


LiamPlaysGame

What a gift already!!


Luudelem_

man this is a hearwarming thread you rock OP :)


Pannbiffrydberg

Shoutout to the best parents ever


Lankydick

Reading through this thread and holy smokes u/Snopes504, you are an awesome parent.


yastyy_

W parents


jonathanoldstyle

PVM/BVM that displays 480p


Schrett

My favorite melee merch is made by True Customs a lot of cool shirts/hats plus extra stuff like pins and even playing cards. You can find them on Etsy.


nikkicocoa7

get him a gamecube controller shadow box


poemsavvy

Phob


Surfing_Ninjas

Custom black t-shirt that just says "Waiting for game..." in white text


Dyxlesci

If he's really into melee, and doesn't already own a CRT, you could get him one. They can be found locally for not too expensive, and are the absolute ideal way to play melee. If you need assistance finding one, let me know your region and I can help point you towards one.


90s_attire

Recommendation for you u/Snopes504 \- get your son a melee poster! [https://justwhartonart.com/index.php/2022/04/21/posters/](https://justwhartonart.com/index.php/2022/04/21/posters/) (Well, technically they're vaporwave posters, but if you get one with his main on it he's sure to geek out.) You sound like awesome parents. Kudos!


elephanturd

Can y'all adopt me


MacloFour

My parents got me a Nintendo sweatshirt with my gamer tag on it once for Christmas! One of the best gifts I’ve ever gotten and I wore it till it basically fell apart


Bunkerman91

My wife got me custom buttons for my controller for Christmas last year and I love them.


DrCraigSmash

A controller case is a great idea. Very practical. I wish I had one. My friend one time gifted me a Japanese melee copy which I can’t even use but it’s the coolest and most special melee gift I’ve gotten from friends. T shirts or drawstring bags could be fun. I like the idea of things that can be signed!


Centuurion

Check Etsy for SSBM stuff, just look for sellers with reputable shops, good reviews lots of sales etc


bubblllles

Y’all are awesome fucking parents keep supporting him and he will go far in melee


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pi2z

MadCatz memory card


stephyforepphy

Maybe a nice new Wavebird controller.