The "No Salt" Policy: Competitive banter is encouraged; however, excessive toxicity, keyboard-smashing, or "rage-quitting" will result in a Level 1 Warning.
Equipment: Players must use the provided CrowdPlay peripherals. Bringing your own "lucky" mechanical keyboard is permitted only if it has been inspected for hidden macros or snacks.
The "Crowd" Factor: As a CrowdPlay event, spectators are allowed to vote on "In-Game Events" (e.g., low gravity, double speed). Players must adapt without complaint.
2. Tournament Structure
Format: Double-elimination bracket.
Match Length: Best of three (Bo3) for qualifiers; Best of five (Bo5) for the Grand Finals.
The Sudden Death Rule: If a match exceeds 30 minutes, "Chaos Mode" will be activated, reducing all player health by 10% every 60 seconds until a winner emerges.
3. Prizing & Glory
Winners will receive the CrowdPlay Crystal Trophy and a prioritized seed in the next seasonal invitational.
All prizes are subject to local tax laws and the "Winner's Tax" (buying the first round of drinks for the losing team).
