Note: where a rule references filing a support ticket, unless otherwise stated please file the ticket on the ESL website

Match Rules
GÇóEach team may field 6 players at any one time
GÇóMatches are played on a Domination map with lowered clone count (80 clones).
GÇóIf a player drops while a match is in progress, another player from the roster is allowed to take their place.
GÇóVehicles are prohibited. Use of installations (including turrets) is permitted.
GÇóAll matches will appear under "Other Contracts" 10 minutes before scheduled start. You will be able to join the battle and be moved to the Warbarge five minutes before the scheduled starting time. There will be a five minute timer in the Warbarge once both teams have had at least one member join, at which point the match will commence.
GÇóIf one team does not show up within five minutes of the scheduled start time, they will automatically forfeit the match and the team that did show will be granted an automatic win.
GÇóThere are no restrictions on squad arrangements within a team (i.e. you do not need all team members to be in a single squad).
GÇóThere are no restrictions on infantry items permitted.

Rosters/Team
GÇóPlayers may not join more than one team.
GÇóEach Team many only register in a single region.
GÇóTeams should register their rosters on the ESL website.
GÇóMaximum Roster size is 10 characters. This includes any alternate characters used by the same player.
GÇóMembers of a team are not required to be in the same corporation or alliance.
GÇóCorporations and alliances are not restricted to a single team containing their members.
GÇóOnce your team has been submitted and accepted, you are unable to change the roster. If you wish to change the roster before the signups are closed, please file a support ticket. Rosters cannot be changed once team registration has closed.

Prizes
GÇóPrizes will be awarded separately for each division
GÇóPrizes are as follows:
GÇó15 Officer weapons of choice, 30 Quafe Scout gk.0 dropsuits, 15 mil ISK each
GÇó10 Officer weapons of choice, 20 Quafe Scout gk.0 dropsuits, 10 mil ISK each
GÇó5 Officer weapons of choice, 10 Quafe Scout gk.0 dropsuits, 5 mil ISK each
GÇóEach prize will be directly delivered to each team memberGÇÖs inventory. Prizes cannot be redeemed on a character not on the roster, and each character may only receive one prize.
GÇóA prize for third place will only be offered if a division contains more than eight teams.
GÇóPlayers may only choose a single type of officer weapon for their prize
GÇóValid officer weapon choices:
oBalac's GAR-21 Assault Rifle
oKrin's SIN-11 Assault Rifle
oCala's MIK-33 Submachine Gun
oBalac's MRN-30 Submachine Gun
oGastun's BRN-50 Forge Gun
oThale's TAR-07 Sniper Rifle
oBalac's N-17 Sniper Rifle
oWolfman's PCP-30 Scrambler Pistol
oGastun's MIN-7 HMG

Format
GÇóThe Tournament will be run in three separate divisions based on three rough geographical areas: Americas, Europe and Asia/Pacific
GÇóEach division will take a maximum of 32 teams.
GÇóEach division of the tournament will consist of a single elimination format with 3, 4, or 5 rounds depending on team count. This will be finalized for each division after team registration has been closed and schedules are posted.
GÇóAny player is eligible to compete in any one region. Region will only dictate on what servers the matches will be held. Players are responsible for picking the best division for their geographical location.
GÇóEach round will consist of a best of one, except for the finals which will consist of a best of three.
GÇóTeams will be initially randomly seeded.
GÇóResults should be reported by both teams on the ESL website. If your opponent does not show or does not submit a result within 15 minutes of the end of the match, please file a support ticket.

Schedule
GÇóWhile finalized schedules will not be posted until team registration has closed, the tentative schedule is as follows:

EU - UTC

Saturday, 2nd of November
Round 1: 19:00
Round 2: 20:00
Round 3: 21:00

Sunday, 3rd of November
Round 4: 19:00
Round 5: 20:00

NA - EDT (UTC-4)

Saturday, 2nd of November
Round 1: 19:00 (23:00 UTC)
Round 2: 20:00 (00:00 UTC)
Round 3: 21:00 (01:00 UTC)

Sunday, 3rd of November
Round 4: 19:00 (23:00 UTC)
Round 5: 20:00 (00:00 UTC)


ASIA/PACIFIC - UTC+8

Saturday, 2nd of November
Round 1: 20:00 (12:00 UTC)
Round 2: 21:00 (13:00 UTC)
Round 3: 22:00 (14:00 UTC)

Sunday, 3rd of November
Round 4: 20:00 (12:00 UTC)
Round 5: 21:00 (13:00 UTC)

GÇóThe schedule will be reduced as required if team count is below 16 teams.
GÇóIf team count is not even, this may result in a team having a bye. This will be indicated on the schedule as such and in this instance the team with a bye is not required to show as required under the Match Rules.

Maps
GÇóMaps will be predetermined and posted with the full schedule.
GÇóMap terrain, layouts and boundaries will be drawn from standard Domination pools.
GÇóSockets on some maps will be changed from standard for tournament play. Full details will be provided in the schedule.
GÇóTest matches to allow the teams to familiarize themselves with the custom socket sets will be provided on the 26th and 27th of October. Further details will be posted closer to this date.

Disciplinary
GÇóBreach of these rules may result in immediate disqualification from the tournament, or removal of specific members from team rosters. Teams will not be eligible to nominate alternate replacements in this instance.
GÇóAll decisions by ESL and CCP are final.

Please keep all discussion in this thread related to queries and requests for clarifications for the rules. For general tournament discussion, please post in the announcement thread.

Cannon Fever has had some discussion about this already, there's 3 currently able to do EU cup afaik

Cannon Fever has had some discussion about this already, there's 3 currently able to do EU cup afaik