



___________________________________________________________SITE REGISTRATION STILL OPEN - SAT. APR 9th AT IGNITE GAMING LOUNGE: 3341 N. Elston , Chicago ---$35 /PERSON

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2016 Chicago Video Game Tournament / Benefiting ClotCare(R)

Every 5 Minutes someone passes away from a blood clot. According to the CDC up to 600,000 people are impacted by blood clotting disorders every year. Let's drive to fight Blood Clots. Proceeds of this event will go to ClotCare. Clot Care is an official 501-C3 charity that specializes in reducing the number of people impacted by blood clotting disorders.





MAW Charity Events was founded in 2015 in loving memoryof my best friend Manu Ajamu Williams. Manu was extremely healthy and only 36 years young. Manu went to the doctor for a blood clot and was improperty treated. The goal of this event is to HaVe FUN but also educate every on the dangers of blood clots.

Your entry is helping SAVE LIVES.







FIGHTING BLOOD CLOTS WITH STREET FIGHTER V



Event Details



Date: Saturday, April 9th 2016

Start Time: 11am

End Time: Pending # Finalists- (more details to come closer to event day)

Location: Ignite Gaming Lounge in Chicago - Elston and Sacramento (3341 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL 60618)





Game

Street Fighter V

Rated:

T for Teen for Mild Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence

Controllers:

Players are responsible for bringing their own arcade sticks / control pads that will work for PC. If you don't have a stick or pad, each tournament station will carry ONE Xbox pad for use. Wireless controllers are banned unless plugged into the console directly. RULES | FAQ | CONTROLLERS & FIGHT STICK COMPATIBILITY

Streaming Video:

Event will stream live via Twitch.TV





$25 Early Bird Special: THRU Feb 14TH (CLOSED)

$20 Venue Fee -$5 EARLY BIRD + $10 Prize Pool







$30 Regular Entry Fee: THRU March 14TH or SELL OUT (CLOSED)

$20 Venue Fee + $10 Prize Pool







$35 Late Registration Fee: THRU April 6th 12PM or SELL OUT

$20 Venue Fee +$5 Late Fee + $10 Prize Pool





$35 at the Door ( open availablity) - April 9th @ 11am - event capped @ 150 people

$20 Venue Fee + $5 Emergency Fee + $10 Prize Pool









What You Get:

Tournament Entry - Street Fighter V

Access to play "casuals" outside of the bracket

FREE Food/Beverages while quantities last

FREE Chair Massage 1st come 1st served from 11am - 1pm CST

FREE Event Swag Bag

FREE Cosplay Makeup Artist***

FREE Event Badge w/lanyard

FREE Online Raffle Ticket - Prizes will be given on-site**

...the satisfaction to know your entry will support blood clotting disorders

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Age Requirements:

18 years old (or must have parental permission).





TOURNAMENT Prizes:

PRIZE POOL WINNINGS** UPDATED TO TOP (8): $1,500

1st Place: 50% - $750 + TICKETS to Anime Midwest + TICKETS to Combo Breakers

2nd Place: 20% - $300 + Dark Matter Coffee Pack (SteelSeries products)

3rd Place: 13% - $195

4th Place: 7% - $105

5th Place: 3% - $45

5th Place: 3% - $45

7th Place: 2% - $30

7th Place: 2% - $30





TOP 12: Will receive a Finalists Medal approved by Capcom's branding team

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MORE INFO HERE: www.mawcharityevents.com





FAQs

Where do I register

Where do I register Registration is through this site EventBrite (onsite entry if cap isn't met @ 150 people)





How old do I have to be to register

You must be 18 but if you're under 18 you need parental permission which will be checked at the door





Will food be provided

Yes, you can buy food at the Ignite Lounge snack bar or you can get FREE food/beverages provided by sponsor while supplies last





What time should I arrive

11AM Start Time - on Satuday April 9th - event will last until tournament end time TBD





What are the rules of the tournament

Check out our rules here: http://www.mawcharityevents.com/#!game-rules-/iq7a1





Will there be prizes

1st Place: 50% - $750 + Tickets to Anime Midwest + Tickets to Combo Breakers 2nd Place: 20% - $300 + Dark Matter Coffee Pack (SteelSeries products) 3rd Place: 13% - $195 4th Place: 7% - $105 5th Place: 3% - $45 5th Place: 3% - $45 7th Place: 2% - $30 7th Place: 2% - $30







Do I have to bring my own controller

Please bring your own controller that will work for PC. If you do not have a stick or pad, each tournament station will carry ONE Xbox 360 pad for use. FIGHT STICKS & CONTROLLERS THAT WILL WORK





What is the refund policy

NO REFUNDS - BUT..... you can transfer your ticket to someone else if you cannot make it. If you transfer your ticket just submit a written note for your replacement which they can bring to the registration area





Do I need ID

Yes, school, state, drivers license or even mail is fine we just need to verify each participant





Do I need to bring my printed ticket

Yes, please have with you if you don't have an ID





Is there parking

Yes, there is street parking on Elston and Sacramento and surrounding areas around Ignite Gaming Lounge





How can I get there if I don't have a car

Please check Chicago Transit website (stations Belmont Blue Line/ Belmont Bus & California Bus)





What is Street Fighter V

The legendary fighting franchise returns with Street Fighter V ! Powered by st unning visuals depict the next generation of World Warriors in unprecedented detail, while exciting and accessible battle mechanics deliver endless fighting fun that both beginners and veterans can enjoy. For more info go to: http://streetfighter.com/





What console/system will be used

PC





Where is my money going?

Venue Fees, adminstrative expenses, marketing. HOWEVER... 100% of the surplus will go to ClotCare a 501-C3 charity that focuses on blood clotting disorders





Play friendlies, what is that?

Play "friendlies" where you can challenge and play against each other outside of the tournament bracket





Is casual play open?

Yes, as long as the setpups aren't being used for the tournament. Casuals open from 11am - 7pm





What if I just want to donate or learn more about the charity ClotCare -

Just go to www.clotcare.com





I realize that by participating in a MAW Charity gaming tournament is a potentially hazardous activity. I agree not to enter and participate unless I am medically able. I am voluntarily participating in a MAW Charity gaming tournament and assume all risks with my participation including by not limited to falls, contact with other participants, spectators or others. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of my registration agreement I and anyone entitled to act on my behalf waive the release of MAW Charity Events, it’s volunteers, donors, sponsors, and heir representative and successors, from present or future claims and liabilities of any kind, known or unknown, arising out of my participation in the event of related activities. I understand my information may be used for marketing, publicizing, or otherwise promoting MAW Charity Events mission and my information may be disseminated in any medium, included but not limited to written materials, webinars, websites, and social media, without geographic or time restriction. I realize by participating in a MAW charity event your story or video is posted on the website or shared through social media, it may enter the public domain and or partners sites like We Are Cosplay .I authorize the release of any information that I submit to MAW Charity Events & partners and authorize the staff of MAW Charity Events to discuss this information with staff and others as necessary and has the right to alter, edit, remove, or refuse to publish any submission, in whole or in part, for any reason. I waive and release all claims for injuries, damages or loss which I may sustain as a result of my participation . I agree to defend, hold harmless and indemnify MAW Charity Events, We Are Cosplay , Ignite Gaming Lounge, Twitch TV & vendors, in-kind donation partners & sponsors. its commissioners, officials, officers, employees, other volunteers or agents as to any claim that I may seek to assert arising from my participation.I waive and release MAW Charity Events from any and all claims that I may have against MAW Charity Events, or its officers, directors, employees, agents, or affiliates arising out of its use or dissemination this information.I also waive any right to royalties or other compensation for MAW Charity Events use and dissemination of this information.I have read, fully understand, and voluntarily agree to be legally bound by this waiver, release, and authorization form. I understand and agree that by entering a MAW Charity Event me/or my parent’s /legal guardians approval or executed in conjunction with the electronic entry on Event Brite shall be legally binding and such transaction shall be considered authorized by me and/or my parent or guardian. Any damage to Ignite Gaming lounge computers, property, facility is at the sole responsibility of the participant. FIGHTING, ABUSE, OFFENSIVE LANGUAGE to MAW CHarity Events/Ignite Gaming Lounge Staff or Sponsors, Donors, Volunteers, Vendors or other participants /guests is prohibited.

**RAFFLE ENTRY: To enter the raffle with no purchase necessary. Please mail your entry to: MAW Charity Events, 5320 N. Sheridan Road, Ste 2406, Chicago IL 60640, raffle entry must be received by 2/28/16 for entry. Please allow proper mail time before submitting entry.

***Only natural henna is used in the artist work. Ingredients in henna paste are: henna powder, tea extract, sugar, lemon juice and pure essential oils. As with all cosmetics and body care products, test on an inconspicuous area of skin for any allergic reaction. Allergies can develop anytime, based on your health condition, so re-test before every application. STL Henna LLC strives to maintain all safety standards within its limit. However, MAW Charity Events, Ignite Gaming, and any vendors, suppliers, sponsors, volunteers are NOT responsible for any allergic reactions caused to its clients for use of its products and other 3rd party products.

Still have questions: Please eMail - MAWCharityEvents@outlook.com or call 641-715-3900 X 593533

*Event Brite Fees may also appy



©CAPCOM U.S.A., INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. CAPCOM and CAPCOM USA. MAW is a charity event raising money for blood clot charities which provides blood clot awareness. Proceeds benefit Clot Care.

This event is dedicated to Manu Ajamu WIlliams - AKA Shaq

“But Jesus looked at them and said to them, ‘With men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’” Matthew 19:26.