I think the connections are so labored that this is an intellectual exercise more than a valid insight.
I read every word though, and I dig intellectual exercises. I think the point about the luck-of-the-draw probably connects most with people who played before the reserve block was implemented.
Wow didn't notice it was an old thread and almost replied that I agreed with OP. Sounds like someone much more important than me also agrees with him lol
Tsss, I bet Battle Royale already existed in ancient Roman Colosseums and Chess surely had Battle Royale tournaments since forever. What was your point again, OP?