¡Introduction!
Tournaments in Splinterlands offer players an exciting way to compete and win prizes. However, before you participate, it's important to understand the types of tournaments, specific rules, and entry requirements. In this guide, we'll explain everything you need to know in a clear and practical way, with examples to help you better prepare.
Types of Tournaments
In this format, players who lose a match are immediately eliminated from the tournament.
Start: The tournament starts when the minimum number of players is reached and the scheduled time is up.
Check-In: You have 15 minutes before the start to check-in, or you will be automatically eliminated.
Round Duration: You must submit your lineup within a limited time for each round. If you do not, you will automatically lose.
Example: If the tournament starts at 14:00 and you have until 14:15 to confirm your participation. Then, for each match, you will be given a time limit, for example, 30 minutes to submit your lineup.
Start: It starts when the scheduled time is up and the minimum number of players is reached, without the need to check-in.
Round Duration: Rounds last 24 hours. During that time, you must submit your lineups against several assigned opponents. Then, you'll have another 24 hours for the next round.
Example: If the tournament starts on Monday at 10:00 AM, you'll have until Tuesday at 10:00 AM to submit your lineups. Then, on Wednesday, you'll have another round with a new set of opponents.
Sit N Go
- Start: This can be a Single Elimination or Anytime tournament, but it starts as soon as the maximum number of players is filled, or at the scheduled time if the minimum is reached.
Example: A 16-player Sit N Go tournament can start immediately when all spots are filled, even if the scheduled time has not been reached.
Tournament Details
Each tournament has its own rules, formats, entry fees, and prizes. These factors can vary greatly, especially in player-created tournaments. Here are some of the key aspects.
Wild Format: Allows the use of all cards from any Splinterlands set.
Modern Format: Only allows cards from the last two core sets.
Example: If a tournament is Modern format, you could use cards from the Untamed and Chaos Legion expansions, but not older cards.
Each tournament has its assigned league, which determines the maximum level of summoners and cards allowed.
Leagues: Leagues are determined by different colored shield icons.
Restrictions: Some tournaments may ban legendary cards or allow only special edition cards, such as gold foil cards.
Example: A tournament may allow only gold cards or limit cards to a specific set, such as Untamed or Riftwatchers.
Tournaments may have special requirements in addition to the entry fee.
Fees: You may be required to pay with tokens such as SPS, DEC, or Hive tokens.
Collection Power and Staked SPS: Some tournaments require you to have a minimum amount of SPS locked or a certain collection power. If your power drops during the tournament, you will be automatically disqualified.
Example: A tournament may require you to have 1000 SPS locked and 100,000 collection power. If you sell cards and go below that limit, you will be eliminated from the tournament and lose your entry.
Prizes can vary widely. Some tournaments offer Splinterlands cards, others tokens that are not always related to the game.
- How to receive prizes: Since your Splinterlands account also works as a Hive wallet, prizes are deposited there. You can manage them using platforms like Hive-engine or Tribaldex.
Example: You win a tournament and receive 50 cards and 500 SPS as a prize. Those SPS will be in your Hive account and you can withdraw them or use them in-game.
Practical Tips for Beginners
Know the Tournament Format and Rules: Make sure you know what type of tournament it is and what cards you can use.
Check-In on Time: If you participate in a Single Elimination tournament.
Plan Your Teams: Anytime tournaments give you time to analyze and improve your rosters between rounds. Use this time to increase your chances of winning.
Review Entry Requirements: Don't lose your entry for not meeting the Collection Power or SPS requirements.
Participate in Smaller Tournaments: If you're new, start with smaller tournaments or Sit N Go's to gain experience without the risk.
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