FAQ - Commander's Christmas Tournament - Gaea's Cradle

1 – What is the structure?

Rounds:

Top 16 - Playoffs (single elimination phase)

Final: With the 4 winners of the semifinals.

● During the rounds, the winner of each pod will receive N+1

points (where n is the number of players per pod +1 - 5 points). Inside

in the event of a tie, all players in the pod receive 1 point.

● When all rounds are completed, the top 16 qualify for the playoff

stage. Playoffs are single-elimination, with winners from each pod

advancing to the final. If time is called and no winner is found, the

player awarded the most points during Swiss rounds advances

to the end

● Building 4 Pods is tricky, so individual players can be requested

to be out of a round: a “bye”. These players will receive 5 points as

compensation. You can only be awarded one bye during the

tournament.

tiebreakers

- Total points earned

- Win rate (%)

- Opponents win rate (%)

additional tiebreakers

- Direct confrontation between player A and B

- More points in the first round (if the same sees next round)

- Direct confrontation with the strongest player

2- Tournament rules

1. Each round lasts 75 minutes (Extra turns may or may not apply)

2. The order of the seats will be set automatically, according to the player's order

3. There is no time limit at the final table and if possible in the playoff

stage (except exceeding the venue's time limit) if this happens, the

player in the final with the most points scored in the Swiss rounds,

be considered the winner.

4. During an extra turn, if a spell allows a player to take another turn, it

counts as a new turn, "stealing" the turns of subsequent players.

5. Commander's BAN List applies.

6. Proxies are not allowed.

7. Game Error (Looking for extra cards; Hidden card errors;

Mulligans errors; Violation of game rules; Inability to maintain

game state): - Penalty for player

8. Player turn time: If you notice that a player is taking too long

in turn, without “boardstate” or “cards in hand” to justify it; call one

judge.

9. If there is any situation of disrespect and/or misconduct during the

events, a warning will be given. If repeated, it will result in a loss

of the round with 0 points.

Judges

Our judges are here to help you! If you notice something that looks obscure,

strange, or out of place, please call a judge. If you have any questions about rules,

please call a judge.

https://blogs.magicjudges.org/...

https://blogs.magicjudges.org/...

These are some guidelines used,

https://www.monarch.cards/policy-documents/mstr

https://github.com/MonarchDeve...

Throughout the event, judges can perform deck checks. This process

involves checking that all the cards in a player's deck match the

deck list. Make sure the decklist you registered is correct.

Mulligans

The MTR outlines the rules for Magic multiplayer. Triplace Games events will be

played with standard mulligan rules.

For reference:

Players receive a “free” mulligan, allowing them to keep all seven

cards in hand after the first mulligan. All subsequent mulligans

be subject to the “London Mulligan” rule

granting

Some cards, strategies or lines of play, such as those associated with

Najeela or Dockside Extortionist depend on the multiplayer aspect of

commander. To facilitate this, players are expected to grant in their

turn over with an empty pile. This gives all players the opportunity to play for

your deck strategies.

If a player is uncomfortable with other players in a match and

would like to interrupt a match as a result, please call a referee immediately.

If a player needs to leave due to an emergency, immediately call a

judge.

table talk

We understand that the discussion between players, planning and strategy is

integral part of the commander's game.

The “Outside Assistance” penalty will only apply to any of the following

scenarios:

● When players in a match ask for or refer to information from a

person or means outside the current match who is not a referee.

● When a player not involved in the current match, spectator or any

another person offers or communicates information to a

player involved in a match.

● All players must remain in their seats during the game if there is a break

I had to call a judge.

When discussing cards at the table:

● When discussing cards at the table:

● Players are not required to disclose hidden information, although

they can do it if they wish.

● Judges will not enforce contracts or promises. Tournament

organizers reserve the right to remove a player from the tournament

for unsportsmanlike behavior.

● When resolving cards such as Intuition, Thoughtseize or similar, a player

may choose to seek advice from their opponents. Be cautious. Your

adversaries do not have your best interests at heart.

3 - If you pay for the event now and you can't go, what happens to the value?

If, for another reason beyond the organization's control, you cannot come and notify us within 48 hours, it is added to the credit store, otherwise and we cannot find another replacement for the vacancy, the entry is for the event's awards.

4 - If the event sells out, is there any way to participate?

There is the possibility of changing location, in order to receive more players. There will be a waiting list.

5 - If I pay now and the tournament doesn't happen?

If the event does not take place, the money is refunded.

6 - I am interested in sponsoring the event, holding side events or joining the event

Send an email to triplacegames@gmail.com, stating the subject.