Mr.happy debates with carnosuar

I see that Tarbo was thinner than Rex, and I see that it's teeth were more blade like. Perhaps it didn't have the bone shattering seven ton bite force of its larger cousin, but a three ton bite would have been sufficient for animals similar in size to Tarbo, and with slashing teeth, it would have caused a lot of bleeding. It may not have crushed bone easily, but it could easily rip through flesh, causing its opponent to die of blood-loss rather quickly if a good bite was made. Same goes for Oxalaia controlling a similar sized predator by biting its neck because it has to be well placed.

Obviously, yes, the forelimbs would be important and could possibly give Oxalaia an edge, as would the sail for the purpose of bluffing, but that sail would likely also be a target if it gets to the battle phase. Usually, a fight would consist of intimidation attempts, where, I'll admit it, Oxalaia had a bit an edge with the sail.

Also, like any battle, it would come down to experience. An experienced Tarbo vs a younger or less experienced Oxalaia, Tarbo has an edge. If it's two experienced individuals, they may know what they're up against and both back off, or a battle of epic proportions ensuing.

 I see that it's teeth were more blade like. Perhaps it didn't have the bone shattering seven ton bite force of its larger cousin, but a three ton bite would have been sufficient for animals similar in size to Tarbo, and with slashing teeth, it would have caused a lot of bleeding. It may not have crushed bone easily, but it could easily rip through flesh, causing its opponent to die of blood-loss rather quickly if a good bite was made. Same goes for Oxalaia controlling a similar sized predator by biting its neck because it has to be well placed.

My bad, i didn't clarify much. Tarbo's teeth are suited for crushing, but not nearly to the extent that Tyrannosaurus possesses.

Also, like any battle, it would come down to experience. An experienced Tarbo vs a younger or less experienced Oxalaia, Tarbo has an edge. If it's two experienced individuals, they may know what they're up against and both back off, or a battle of epic proportions ensuing

Shouldn't we use two animals that are equally as experienced to even this out? I think that's the most applicable here

Haha, I get it. Not crushing teeth like the teeth of Rex, but not full on slashers either. Kind of a hybrid between crushing and slashing. That would be interesting to see just what teeth like that could have done.

As for the experience, of course it makes sense to use two that are of similar experience, but the question is how much experience.

If they are both rather new to fighting large predators, neither will have a clue what to do, and they'll probably awkwardly bite, lunge and slash.

If both have decent experience, it'll be an interesting battle, both having an idea on what to do, but not having the experience to know exactly what they want to do.

If both have a ton of experience, one of the best battles you'll ever see.

No, I'm done. This was actually pretty fun, and you did good too, as expected. 

Gojira and something real are judges.

CARNOSAUR and MR. HAPPY9097 - This was an exceptionally fun and extremely informative debate to read! As the appointed judge of your exchange, I've read each of your points and counterpoints many times over in order to make a decisive call on this. I muist say that this was an exceedingly difficult judgement to make as you both evidenced remarkably flexible and clear language in addition to presenting your information in manner that was readily accessible to the reader. I applaud you both! I'll spare you the details on the ad-hoc percentiles I utilize to determine the victors of these debates, however, CARNOSAUR edged out the competition with a score of 9.1 - securing victory! MR. HAPPY9097 came in with a score of 8.9 - a debate total that is marked as extraordinary!

    You both should be extremely proud of the exchange you've just completed! It was cordial, controlled, and, above all else, marvelously composed! I'm impressed in the extreme! Congratulations to both of you fine gentlemen! :)

8.9 vs Carno's 9.1? I will take it! Only 0.2 points behind one of the best on these forums, I will take that any day of the week. Good job to you Carno, I thoroughly enjoyed this myself, we both kept our cool, we didn't cuss each other out, and no insults were thrown whatsoever. Thank you for the positive experience. 

Most likely it will. Until then though, we can remember the fun had here. 

CARNOSAUR and MR. HAPPY9097 - I'm very impressed with you both, and I certainly hope we all have as much fun with the Tag-Team debate that's approaching! :)