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Club Legend
AFL Rebooted: Melbourne
A new hypothetical league is forming, starting completely from scratch.
The next team in this new national league is based in the sporting capital of Australia - Melbourne.
The first step in forming the identity of this team is to select a name and/or mascot. See below for the various options. Alternatively, nominate your own idea, but remember to give a reason.
Following the voting process, people will be able to design a kit for the chosen name.
Bats
The 'Bats' nickname comes from John Batman, who played a role in the founding of a settlement which became Melbourne and the colony of Victoria.
Bulls
A bull is featured on the shield of the coat of arms of Melbourne.
Dragons
The Weedy Seadragon is the Victorian state aquatic emblem.
Honeyeaters
The Helmeted Honeyeater is the Victorian state bird.
Kangaroos
A kangaroo is featured in the crest of the coat of arms of Melbourne.
Possums
The Leadbeater's Possum is the Victorian state animal.
Rebels
The 'Rebels' nickname comes from the Eureka Rebellion, which happened in Victoria in 1854. However, Rebels is already used by the Super Rugby team 'Melbourne Rebels'.
Royals
The 'Royals' nickname is inspired both by the crown featured on the Victorian flag, as well as the fact that Victoria is named after a royal (Queen Victoria).
Victory
The nickname 'Victory' simply derives itself from the state name. However, Victory is already used by the A-League team 'Melbourne Victory'.