-KOF XV- MPL S08 – QUALIFIER 3 Created by ESNA

1. Eligibility

There are no age restrictions, geographic limitations as far as the player is Moroccan, also for those who r living out of Morocco they must confirm to the admin (with evidence) their ability to be present in our LAN event in case his team reaches the final. and for device or account requirements, everything is allowed except for Red magic phones/ tablets /iPads

2. Registration

Registration for phase one of the MPL Season 8 The King of Fighters XV (Phase one Tournaments) can be done in ESNA (esna.gg/mpl8).

3. League Format:

4 Single elimination tournaments (32 slots), Best-of-1 matches, Silver Tournament, Gold Tournament, Platinum Tournament and Diamond Tournament, every tournament has more points than the previous one,

All matches OFFSTREAM until TOP 4 which will be playing ON STREAM the next day.

Only the TOP 8 best ranked players in the Leaderboard will be qualified to the Offline Finals.

5. In-Game Rules

We will use the special tournament lobby, with the HD map, and will be hosted in "Europe Server "

in-game behavior is a cornerstone of our tournament. Participants are strictly prohibited from engaging in any form of cheating, which includes but is not limited to using hacks, scripts, or any unauthorized third-party software that provides an unfair advantage. Exploiting glitches or bugs to gain an advantage is also strictly prohibited. Players found in violation of these rules will face penalties, which may range from score deductions to immediate disqualification from the tournament. A spirit of honest competition and sportsmanship is essential for a successful and enjoyable event.

6. Roster and Substitutions

Each team has the right of 1 extra player to be in total (6).

Any roster changes during the tournament will be refused except for proven reasons with official docs, like sickness, work, exams etc.

7. Reporting and Communication

We will set up a method for participants to report match results promptly, like WhatsApp group or discord server.

We have already established communication channels for participants to ask questions or raise concerns in the WhatsApp group.

8. Match Disputes

We defined already Outline the process for handling disputes, including how evidence should be submitted and how final decisions will be made and it will be all handled by don big based on his experience on hosting tournaments before, and based on his knowledge about each team and each leader, and in case it proved that someone is wrong we will deal with it with strict punishment that can lead to direct elimination

9. Streaming and Spectating

• Second day matches will be streamed in MPL Official pages
• Guidelines for streamers and commentators will be defined later by the team.

10. Fair Play and Sportsmanship

We emphasize the importance of good sportsmanship and fair play.

any form of harassment, hate speech, or unsportsmanlike conduct (in game, or out of game) will result in penalties or disqualification.

11. Prizes and Rewards

1st place: xxxx diamond for each player (6 players in total in each team)

2nd place: xxxx diamond for each player (6 players in total in each team)

3rd place: xxxx diamond for each player (6 players in total in each team)

4th place: xxxx diamond for each player (6 players in total in each team)

Giveaway: xxx diamond (for each one) giveaway for 10 viewers

Cash Prize pool with total of 20000 MAD

1st place :10000 DH

2nd place: 6000 DH

3rd place :4000 DH

12. Recording

We will notify participants that matches might be recorded if required.

13. Technical Requirements

we specify one technical requirement, its stable internet connections

14. Rule Modifications and Updates:

We reserve the right to modify or update the rules if unforeseen circumstances arise, but we will communicate any changes clearly and promptly.

15. Terms and Conditions:

• We provided a comprehensive set of terms and conditions that participants must agree to upon registration.
• Participants must carefully read and accept the provided terms and conditions during the registration process.

These terms encompass various aspects of the tournament and outline the responsibilities, expectations, and rights of both participants and organizers.

1. Registration Agreement: By registering for the tournament, participants acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to abide by the terms and conditions set forth.
2. The team members should be of high rank.
3. Each team needs its propre logo.
4. During and out the game, respect should exist, and any toxic behavior or chat will be punished by warning or elimination.
5. In case of any question, declaration, reporting, etc... must be done by the coach only, neither of the team has the right to make direct contact, to secure that flexibility.
6. Teams should be 100% Moroccan including the coach.
7. Data and Image Usage: By participating, participants grant organizers the right to use their in-game usernames, images, and video content for promotional purposes related to the tournament.
8. Rule Modifications and Updates: The terms acknowledge that unforeseen circumstances may necessitate rule adjustments. Organizers retain the right to make fair and transparent modifications and commit to communicating any changes promptly.
9. Organizer's Rights: The terms state that organizers reserve the right to interpret and enforce the rules as necessary to ensure a fair and smooth tournament.

16. Mandatory Discord Server Join:

All participating teams are required to join our official tournament Discord server during their games. The server link will be provided upon registration.

17. Open Cam Request:

Tournament organizers reserve the right to request that team representatives turn on their webcams during matches or specific tournament-related interactions on Discord.

18. Privacy and Respect:

We respect the privacy of all participants. Webcam requests will only be made when necessary, and the focus will be solely on the representative's face for verification purposes.

19. Account Verification:

Require participants to provide additional information, such as a valid ID or a selfie with their ID, to verify their identity and prevent smurfing.

The qualified teams to the second stage will need to send us their log in history and before each game, admins have the right to check in any possible way, either stream, screenshots....

20. LAN:

Teams that are qualified to the final should be able to travel to Casablanca or where the LAN will be, otherwise they will be replaced by the next ranking team (3rd place .4th place ...)

21. Team Size

teams has the right to have 7 players in the team but only 6 will be paid in case of getting any rewards

22. Image Rights

Participants agree that the Organizers and those authorized by the Organizers may reproduce, distribute, modify, publish, or otherwise use information, including portraits, in any media for promotional or other purposes. Tournament participants shall not claim any compensation for such use, regardless of name.

23. Minor Participants

If a tournament participant is a minor, consent from a legal representative (parent, etc.) is required.

24. Behavior Towards Admins

anyone who had insulted admins by any way, like social media, posts, spam, stickers .... or whatever, will be banned automatically from the MPL and teams who will have those players in their list won't participate