hearthstone

Game Mode: Standard Conquest.

Match Type: Best of 5.

Platform: Players must use the Hearthstone desktop or mobile client.

Deck Rules: Each player must submit 4 decks from different classes.

Hearthstone Rulebook

1. General Information

1.1 Tournament Format

Participants: Flexible (average: 24 players).

Game Mode: Standard Conquest.

Match Type: Best of 5.

Platform: Players must use the Hearthstone desktop or mobile client.

Deck Rules: Each player must submit 4 decks from different classes.

1.2 Tournament Structure

The tournament format adapts to the number of participants:

Phase 1: Swiss Rounds



	Players compete in a predetermined number of rounds (based on participants).

	Top players based on match wins advance to the next phase.





Phase 2: Single Elimination Bracket



	Qualified players are seeded into a single-elimination bracket.

	Matches remain Best of 5, Conquest format, until a champion is determined.

2. Rules and Regulations

2.1 Match Rules

Deck Submission: (https://www.hsguru.com/deckviewer)


	Players must submit 4 decks from different classes before the tournament begins. (DM decklists in discord to nlbouncyknight)

	Deck submissions are locked for the duration of the tournament.




Ban Phase:(https://hs.crasher.ch/deckselect/)

	At the start of each match, players ban 1 deck from their opponent's lineup.

	Banned decks cannot be used during the match.




Conquest Rules:

	Players must win one game with each of their remaining decks to win the match.

	Once a player wins with a deck, they cannot use it again in the match.




Game Start:

	Both players must add each other in Hearthstone and start their match within 15 minutes of pairing announcement.




Technical Issues:

	If a disconnect occurs, you can reconect and continue the game.

2.2 Match Conduct

Reporting Results:


	After a match concludes, both players must report the result to the tournament admin.




Sportsmanship:

	Toxic behavior, harassment, or unsportsmanlike conduct will result in penalties, including potential disqualification.

3. Scoring and Advancement

3.1 Swiss Rounds

Players are awarded points based on match outcomes:

	Win: 1 point

	Loss: 0 points




Standings are determined by total points, with tiebreakers based on opponent match win percentage.

3.2 Single Elimination

Top players (4/8) from the Swiss phase are seeded into the single-elimination bracket.

Matches remain Best of 5, with winners advancing until a champion is crowned.

 

4. Player Responsibilities

   Account: Players must log in with their own Hearthstone account.

   Deck Submission: Ensure that decks are submitted before the deadline.

   Start on time: Players must be starting the games within 15 minutes after pairing.

   Behavior: Maintain respect for all participants, staff, and spectators.

   Technical Preparedness: Players must ensure their device and internet connection are functional before the tournament begins.

5. Administration

5.1 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes must be reported to the Tournament Admin immediately.

The Tournament Admin’s decisions are final.

6. Additional Rules

Streaming: Players may stream their matches but must use a delay of at least 5 minutes to prevent unfair advantages.

Late Arrivals: Players arriving more than 15 minutes late may forfeit their match.

Disclaimer 

De cash prijzen kunnen altijd wijzigen naarmate het aantal team dat zich inschrijft en de compo effectief speelt.

Cash prizes can be altered till the last minute, depending on how many teams register and play the compo.

Deck Submission Deadline: Friday 28 February 22:00

Registration Closing: Friday 28 February 22:00

Phase 1 Start: Friday 28 February 22:30 (A full round schedule wil be given in discord after closing registration) 

Single Elimination Start: Saturday 1 march 20:00

Finals Start: Sunday 2 march 13:30

Award Ceremony: Sunday 2 march 16:00