Voltz_sc21 Profile Joined August 2015 66 Posts Last Edited: 2016-08-20 23:42:44 #1

Format.

This tournament accepts only North American, SEA, AU, and CH players under 5,600 MMR on NA server.



A minimum of 100 games must be played on NA server to determine an accurate mmr. Players on teams are now eligible.



Ladder map pool

-ro32 - ro8: bo3

-ro4: bo5

-ro2: bo7



-ro32 - ro8: bo3 -ro4: bo5 -ro2: bo7 Maps & vetos decided by(Top Seed on Bracket is A)

bo3: ABAB BAC

bo5: AB BAABC

bo7: ABBAABC





Bracket:

Week 1 8/13/2016

Week 2 8/20/2016

Week 3 8/27/2016





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Prizepool.



Top 4 spots get a payout. You are responsible for contacting me and forwarding me your paypal adress to receive payment. Prize pool is in USD.



1st: 40 OSC points



2nd: 20 OSC points



3rd/4th: 10 OSC points



5th-8th: 5 OSC points each





+ NA Players earn 2.5 Participation points which count towards $1200 competition.

+ Players can win $ Bounties



3rd & 4th: $5.00 each



2nd: $10



1st: $15



Total of $35 USD weekly prizepool



Rules.

This tournament accepts only North American, SEA, AU, and CH players under 5,600 MMR on NA server.



A minimum of 100 games must be played on NA server to determine an accurate mmr on the server.



Default server is NA central if an agreement can not be made between both parties.



I reserve the right to kick/ban/deny entry to the tournament, or payment for anyone for any reason, not just limited to the actions below:

cheating / smurfing / Invalid mmr / bad manner / not following correct map vetos & picks / or being Avilo.

You can not deny an official caster. The only caster is me, Voltz, I will never be on a smurf.



Where and when to watch



Saturdays @6pm EST



What is the purpose of this?

I want to help foster talent and growth for the NA scene, as well as give back to the community that helped me grow. The reason for the mmr cap is to make sure the money goes to a player who wouldn't get it otherwise.



I was inspired by people like Feardragon, NSGJoe,Eddy Edwards(OSC) etc.



Final words

I can't wait to see you play in our tournament. I hope to keep this running for a very long time. If you wont play, I hope you will still tune in.



IMPORTANT NOTICE



No player higher than 5600 MMR will be allowed to play. If you are caught smurfing, I will do my best to make sure you never play in this tournament again, and let other tournament organizers know about you as well.



This is all self funded. I would love to work with sponsors or partners, you can contact me @ This tournament accepts only North American, SEA, AU, and CH players under 5,600 MMR on NA server.A minimum of 100 games must be played on NA server to determine an accurate mmr. Players on teams are now eligible.Bracket:Week 1 8/13/2016 http://challonge.com/VoltzWeekly1 Week 2 8/20/2016 http://challonge.com/VoltzWeekly2 Week 3 8/27/2016 http://challonge.com/VoltzWeekly3 Top 4 spots get a payout. You are responsible for contacting me and forwarding me your paypal adress to receive payment. Prize pool is in USD.+ NA Players earn 2.5 Participation points which count towards $1200 competition.+ Players can win $ BountiesTotal of $35 USD weekly prizepoolThis tournament accepts only North American, SEA, AU, and CH players under 5,600 MMR on NA server.A minimum of 100 games must be played on NA server to determine an accurate mmr on the server.Default server is NA central if an agreement can not be made between both parties.I reserve the right to kick/ban/deny entry to the tournament, or payment for anyone for any reason, not just limited to the actions below:cheating / smurfing / Invalid mmr / bad manner / not following correct map vetos & picks / or being Avilo.You can not deny an official caster. The only caster is me, Voltz, I will never be on a smurf. https://www.twitch.tv/voltz_starcraft Saturdays @6pm ESTI want to help foster talent and growth for the NA scene, as well as give back to the community that helped me grow. The reason for the mmr cap is to make sure the money goes to a player who wouldn't get it otherwise.I was inspired by people like Feardragon, NSGJoe,Eddy Edwards(OSC) etc.I can't wait to see you play in our tournament. I hope to keep this running for a very long time. If you wont play, I hope you will still tune in. https://www.twitch.tv/voltz_starcraft Every Saturday @6pm ESTNo player higher than 5600 MMR will be allowed to play. If you are caught smurfing, I will do my best to make sure you never play in this tournament again, and let other tournament organizers know about you as well.This is all self funded. I would love to work with sponsors or partners, you can contact me @ https://twitter.com/Voltz_sc2 DMs are open.

nerpderp Profile Joined February 2013 United States 780 Posts #2 Great job! glad to see you're doing this. "It's not that I have A.D.D., it's just that oh look a bunny rabbit!"

psi_RuSh Profile Joined May 2016 1 Post #3 why do you have to be teamless? i have a semi-casual clan. we can't play?

Voltz_sc21 Profile Joined August 2015 66 Posts #4 On August 09 2016 19:45 psi_RuSh wrote:

why do you have to be teamless? i have a semi-casual clan. we can't play?

Copy paste from reddit: It's the only thing I could think of to stop players like pilipili, puck, etc etc from taking the money. I really wanted to make sure it goes to someone who wouldn't get it otherwise. If you have any suggestions let me know, I'd be willing to change it for the future. Copy paste from reddit: It's the only thing I could think of to stop players like pilipili, puck, etc etc from taking the money. I really wanted to make sure it goes to someone who wouldn't get it otherwise. If you have any suggestions let me know, I'd be willing to change it for the future.

n3p Profile Blog Joined July 2016 93 Posts #5 Can I ask what's wrong with players like PiLiPiLi and Puck getting the money? Since they are trying to live of SC money, why bar them from playing? This is a fucking joke. Fuck you. - RIP IdrA

n3p Profile Blog Joined July 2016 93 Posts #6 On August 09 2016 19:45 psi_RuSh wrote:

why do you have to be teamless? i have a semi-casual clan. we can't play?



No RuSh, you can't play cause pleb.

No RuSh, you can't play cause pleb. This is a fucking joke. Fuck you. - RIP IdrA

Voltz_sc21 Profile Joined August 2015 66 Posts #7 On August 10 2016 03:42 n3p wrote:

Can I ask what's wrong with players like PiLiPiLi and Puck getting the money? Since they are trying to live of SC money, why bar them from playing?

Nothing is wrong with them getting money. I hope they win lots of it, they are both friends of mine. My tournament is aimed at players below their skill level, players on their way up. By the logic of your statement, do you also have a problem with those BSG cups? What about the Masters only cups? Why can't players like puck and pilipili play in those since they are trying to live off SC money. See my point? ( ^ : Nothing is wrong with them getting money. I hope they win lots of it, they are both friends of mine. My tournament is aimed at players below their skill level, players on their way up. By the logic of your statement, do you also have a problem with those BSG cups? What about the Masters only cups? Why can't players like puck and pilipili play in those since they are trying to live off SC money. See my point? ( ^ :

n3p Profile Blog Joined July 2016 93 Posts #8 On August 10 2016 07:31 Voltz_sc21 wrote:

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On August 10 2016 03:42 n3p wrote:

Can I ask what's wrong with players like PiLiPiLi and Puck getting the money? Since they are trying to live of SC money, why bar them from playing?

Nothing is wrong with them getting money. I hope they win lots of it, they are both friends of mine. My tournament is aimed at players below their skill level, players on their way up. By the logic of your statement, do you also have a problem with those BSG cups? What about the Masters only cups? Why can't players like puck and pilipili play in those since they are trying to live off SC money. See my point? ( ^ : Nothing is wrong with them getting money. I hope they win lots of it, they are both friends of mine. My tournament is aimed at players below their skill level, players on their way up. By the logic of your statement, do you also have a problem with those BSG cups? What about the Masters only cups? Why can't players like puck and pilipili play in those since they are trying to live off SC money. See my point? ( ^ :



The problem with comparing this to a B/S/G is that a BSG awards nothing of interest to a pro player since no BSG offers prize money. Same with most Masters only cups, it's usually a very small prize pool. And while a $35 prize pool isn't huge it could still afford a pro a meal.



Additionally, most of those up and comers are either still living at home or have jobs, so the money isn't as essential to them since they have other sources of income to fall back on.



Just my 2 cents, not to say the cup isn't a good idea or doesn't contribute to Starcraft. I love that people are still willing to do what they can to help the scene in any way they can! The problem with comparing this to a B/S/G is that a BSG awards nothing of interest to a pro player since no BSG offers prize money. Same with most Masters only cups, it's usually a very small prize pool. And while a $35 prize pool isn'tit could still afford a pro a meal.Additionally, most of those up and comers are either still living at home or have jobs, so the money isn't as essential to them since they have other sources of income to fall back on.Just my 2 cents, not to say the cup isn't a good idea or doesn't contribute to Starcraft. I love that people are still willing to do what they can to help the scene in any way they can! This is a fucking joke. Fuck you. - RIP IdrA

feardragon Profile Blog Joined October 2010 United States 923 Posts #9 Up & coming player tournament hype! Garbage Starcraft 2 Commentator

GreenMash Profile Joined August 2012 Norway 1746 Posts Last Edited: 2016-08-10 20:00:20 #10 On August 10 2016 07:31 Voltz_sc21 wrote:

Show nested quote +

On August 10 2016 03:42 n3p wrote:

Can I ask what's wrong with players like PiLiPiLi and Puck getting the money? Since they are trying to live of SC money, why bar them from playing?

Nothing is wrong with them getting money. I hope they win lots of it, they are both friends of mine. My tournament is aimed at players below their skill level, players on their way up. By the logic of your statement, do you also have a problem with those BSG cups? What about the Masters only cups? Why can't players like puck and pilipili play in those since they are trying to live off SC money. See my point? ( ^ : Nothing is wrong with them getting money. I hope they win lots of it, they are both friends of mine. My tournament is aimed at players below their skill level, players on their way up. By the logic of your statement, do you also have a problem with those BSG cups? What about the Masters only cups? Why can't players like puck and pilipili play in those since they are trying to live off SC money. See my point? ( ^ :

I think you should just make it a prizemoney limit. Like lets say anyone who has made more then 1k USD aren't allowed to play or something like that I think you should just make it a prizemoney limit. Like lets say anyone who has made more then 1k USD aren't allowed to play or something like that I love hellbats

n3p Profile Blog Joined July 2016 93 Posts #11 On August 11 2016 04:56 GreenMash wrote:

Show nested quote +

On August 10 2016 07:31 Voltz_sc21 wrote:

On August 10 2016 03:42 n3p wrote:

Can I ask what's wrong with players like PiLiPiLi and Puck getting the money? Since they are trying to live of SC money, why bar them from playing?

Nothing is wrong with them getting money. I hope they win lots of it, they are both friends of mine. My tournament is aimed at players below their skill level, players on their way up. By the logic of your statement, do you also have a problem with those BSG cups? What about the Masters only cups? Why can't players like puck and pilipili play in those since they are trying to live off SC money. See my point? ( ^ : Nothing is wrong with them getting money. I hope they win lots of it, they are both friends of mine. My tournament is aimed at players below their skill level, players on their way up. By the logic of your statement, do you also have a problem with those BSG cups? What about the Masters only cups? Why can't players like puck and pilipili play in those since they are trying to live off SC money. See my point? ( ^ :

I think you should just make it a prizemoney limit. Like lets say anyone who has made more then 1k USD aren't allowed to play or something like that I think you should just make it a prizemoney limit. Like lets say anyone who has made more then 1k USD aren't allowed to play or something like that



Eh, to be honest I think that would be kind of hard to verify though. There are a lot of small cups that add up over time that TL may not add to a player's page. Eh, to be honest I think that would be kind of hard to verify though. There are a lot of small cups that add up over time that TL may not add to a player's page. This is a fucking joke. Fuck you. - RIP IdrA

Matiz_pl Profile Joined August 2008 Poland 148 Posts Last Edited: 2016-08-12 22:14:36 #12 So as an european player from academy team(not paid, trying to break out to pro scene) with 5500mmr am i allowed to play? "Competitive gaming consists of one and only one rule. You use what wins. " - FuumaMonou

Voltz_sc21 Profile Joined August 2015 66 Posts #13 Players on teams are now eligible. 5,600 MMR cap though. Hopefully we will see some new faces in week #2 http://challonge.com/VoltzWeekly2

n3p Profile Blog Joined July 2016 93 Posts #14 On August 13 2016 07:10 Matiz_pl wrote:

So as an european player from academy team(not paid, trying to break out to pro scene) with 5500mmr am i allowed to play?



Matiz is a good guy. Thanks Voltz for letting him play. Matiz is a good guy. Thanks Voltz for letting him play. This is a fucking joke. Fuck you. - RIP IdrA

SC2Towelie Profile Joined July 2014 United States 561 Posts #15 Looking forward to week 2! Don't forget to bring a towel! (Towelie.635)

Voltz_sc21 Profile Joined August 2015 66 Posts Last Edited: 2016-08-19 17:21:45 #16 On August 16 2016 05:47 n3p wrote:

Show nested quote +

On August 13 2016 07:10 Matiz_pl wrote:

So as an european player from academy team(not paid, trying to break out to pro scene) with 5500mmr am i allowed to play?



Matiz is a good guy. Thanks Voltz for letting him play. Matiz is a good guy. Thanks Voltz for letting him play.



I never said I was letting him play. Rules exist for a reason. Hopefully european based organizers will step up soon and run this sort of tournament if there is interest in it. I never said I was letting him play. Rules exist for a reason. Hopefully european based organizers will step up soon and run this sort of tournament if there is interest in it.

ElusoryX Profile Blog Joined December 2010 Singapore 2041 Posts #17 Just to confirm, Challonge description still says NA players only, but TL thread says "North American, SEA, AU, and CH players". Which is true for this week's cup? xd

DjKniteX Profile Blog Joined February 2011 United States 228 Posts #18 Sweet I gotta play 40 more games to be eligible!



I'm glad to see more amateur tournaments out there!



Thanks :D

"You know my methods.... Apply them"

Voltz_sc21 Profile Joined August 2015 66 Posts #19 On August 21 2016 00:27 ElusoryX wrote:

Just to confirm, Challonge description still says NA players only, but TL thread says "North American, SEA, AU, and CH players". Which is true for this week's cup?



NA, SEA, AU, and CH are eligible for every week going forward. That was my mistake not updating the challonge page, should be updated now. NA, SEA, AU, and CH are eligible for every week going forward. That was my mistake not updating the challonge page, should be updated now.

EddieSc2 Profile Joined April 2011 Australia 865 Posts #20



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