Vampir underwent a server shuffling on 26 November, and it didn't take long for the first skirmishes to kick off. Last weekend was the perfect stage for the opening salvos. The headline? Finally, some fresh faces claiming their first taste of victory. While some clans had been languishing in the points drought, the shuffle gave them the boost they needed to hoist their banners high. Of course, a few juggernauts kept their momentum rolling—let's dive into the Vampir skirmish report.

Standard Server Skirmish Results

First Victories and Winning Streaks Emerge

Let's break down the chaos across Groups A through E. The buzz in Groups A and B is all about those long-awaited maiden victories. The 'Ghosts' of Kizia 2 took Group A, while the 'People Wearing Wigs' of Lilis 1 secured Group B. Neither server had tasted glory in the skirmishes before, but the shuffle seems to have been the catalyst they needed to ring that victory bell.

Groups C and E, however, were more about maintaining the status quo. Group C featured a scrap between the 'Pioneers' (Kizia 3) and the 'Package Heroes' (Razvi 3). The Pioneers have been on a roll since the 3rd skirmish, while the Package Heroes were riding a four-game winning streak since the pre-season. It was a high-stakes crossroads for both, and ultimately, the Pioneers came out on top.

Over in Group D, the 'Warriors' clan took the honors. They hail from Orga 3, a server where competition is cutthroat. It’s a constant tug-of-war between the Warriors and the 'Fair Trade Commission,' currently sitting at 3 wins to 2, respectively. Will the Commission strike back next time? I, for one, am rather keen to see how that unfolds.

Three Groups See Undefeated Clans

Looking at Groups F through J, the dominant streaks are hard to ignore. The 'Heavenly Strike' (Group G), 'Line's Line' (Group H), and 'Abigail' (Group J) have remained untouched since the skirmishes began. In Group G, 'Infinite Island' tried to disrupt the order—having snatched two wins before the shuffle—but they couldn't stop the Heavenly Strike. In Group H, the final was a absolute bloodbath between Line's Line and the 'Us' clan, ending in a 547 to 175 kill tally. Group J saw Abigail steamroll over 'Goryeo' with 377 kills to 188.

The 'Heavenly Clan' of Group F joins the list of first-time winners, much like the Ghosts and the Wigs. Thanks to their efforts, Poame 2 finally has its first skirmish champion. Meanwhile, 'Reach Forest' in Group I managed to hit their third win. They were a bit quiet during the last shuffle season, but they’ve hit the ground running this time. It will be interesting to see if they can maintain this form and reach four wins before the next shuffle.

The 'Line' Clans Cement Their Grip on Kaph and Duncan

Vampir added the Kaph server to the mix this round. A bit of a hiccup in the draw meant two servers ended up in the same group, which might make things interesting for Gehenna, if not the skirmishes themselves.

The core of these two groups is the firm grip of their respective 'Line' clans. CommanderZ dominates Kaph, while HOUND holds Duncan in an iron fist. Their styles are distinct, though. HOUND is the steady, reliable powerhouse, while CommanderZ has stepped into the shoes left by the former 'Line' kings, Killdeath. One has to wonder: if a future shuffle brings CommanderZ and HOUND face-to-face, what kind of fireworks will we see?

Streamer Server Skirmish Results

Multiple-Time Winners Clashing Across the Board

Finally, the Vampir streamer group results. Aside from Group B, multiple-time winners were pitted against each other in every other group. In Group A, 'Sparta A' and 'Seoul Special City' caught my eye. Both had 3 and 2 wins respectively, making this a pivotal match for the standings. Sparta A managed to pull ahead with a victory. The same dynamic played out in Group C between 'Grim Reaper' and 'ROYAL It's Mine,' where the Grim Reaper climbed to their 4th win.

Group D was expected to be a nail-biter. Looking at the numbers, 'People Who Drink Blood' crushed it with 675 kills against 'Ridel v's' 343, bringing the score to a 2-2 tie. The next match will decide who takes the lead. The next skirmish is set for 13 December. With server transfers opening on 15 December, let's see who makes the final play before they pack their bags.