The Great Valo Showdown – Event Overview
🏆 Format Summary
Total Teams: 32

Structure: Group Stage → Playoffs (Double Elimination)

Match Modes: TDM, Swiftplay, Standard

Platform: Online (SEA Servers)

Game: VALORANT

Version: Latest Official Patch

Discord: Join Tournament Server (Insert link)

📊 Stage Breakdown
1. Group Stage (Round Robin)
8 Groups of 4 teams each

Each team plays every other team in its group (BO1)

Scoring System:

Win = 3 points

Loss = 0 points

Tiebreakers:

Head-to-head record

Map win difference

Total rounds won

BO1 tiebreak match if needed

Top 2 teams from each group qualify for playoffs (16 teams total)

1. Playoffs (Double Elimination Bracket)
   16 teams seeded based on group stage performance

Matches are Best-of-3 (BO3)

Upper Bracket:

Winners proceed to next round

Losers drop to Lower Bracket

Lower Bracket:

One loss = elimination

Grand Final: Winner of Upper vs Winner of Lower

Grand Final: Best-of-3 (or Best-of-5 if preferred)

🎮 Match Modes by Phase
Stage Game Mode Format
Group Stage TDM / Swiftplay BO1
Round of 16 Standard BO3
Quarter Finals Standard BO3
Semi Finals Standard BO3
Lower Bracket Swiftplay BO3
Grand Final Standard BO3 or BO5

Note: Match mode assignment may change based on patch stability and organizer discretion.

The Great Valo Showdown - Official Rules

1. General Rules & Eligibility
   1.1 All participants must follow the event's general rules, which take precedence at all times.

1.2 Players must register with valid Riot IDs and be listed on their official team before the deadline.

1.3 At least 3 players (or 4 with a substitute) must be residents of the representing country, if applicable.

1.4 A minimum of 4 players is required to start any match, failing which leads to disqualification.

1.5 Cheating, fake information, or toxic behavior will result in immediate disqualification.

1.6 Respect toward admins, players, and staff is mandatory; abuse will be penalized.

1.7 No third party may stream or use content without written permission from organizers.

1.8 Organizers may change rules anytime without prior notice.

1.9 All players must join the official Discord server at least 15 minutes before their match. Delays beyond 5 minutes may lead to disqualification.

1. Competition Structure
   Qualifiers: Single Elimination, BO1

Semifinals: BO3

Group Stage (if used): Round Robin, BO3

Finals: BO3

Tiebreakers (Groups):
i) Map Wins → ii) Round Difference → iii) Round Wins → iv) BO1 Replay

1. Match Settings
   Modes: TDM / Swiftplay / Standard (as applicable)

Cheats: Off | Tournament Mode: On

Overtime: Win by Two | Blood: Off (if required)

Server: SEA or mutually decided | Team Size: 5

Patch: Latest live release

1. Map Pool
   Bind, Split, Haven, Ascent, Icebox, Fracture, Breeze
   (Subject to change by organizers)

2. Map Veto Process
   BO1:

Team A bans → 2. Team B bans → 3. Team A picks → 4. Team B chooses side

BO3:

Team A picks Map 1 (B chooses side)

Team B picks Map 2 (A chooses side)

Coin toss for Map 3 side

1. Match Procedure
   6.1 Captains must check-in via Discord 15 minutes before scheduled match.

6.2 Teams not in lobby within 5–10 minutes may be disqualified.

6.3 Winning team must submit scoreboard screenshot on Discord.

1. Technical Issues
   7.1 Each team gets 5 mins pause time per map, used only in buy phase.

7.2 Disconnected players may rejoin, but no restarts allowed.

7.3 Matches won't restart for high ping or minor lags.

7.4 Teams may switch server only before Round 1 if both agree.

1. Live Streaming
   8.1 Organizers may stream or spectate any match.

8.2 Players must get written permission to stream; unauthorized streams may lead to forfeiture.

1. Conflict Resolution
   9.1 Disputes must be raised within 10 minutes of match end with valid proof (e.g., screenshot, clip).

9.2 All admin decisions are final and binding.

9.3 Aggressive behavior during disputes will lead to disqualification.

9.4 A rematch may be granted only if a major rule violation or critical issue is proven.

1. Code of Conduct
   10.1 Players must uphold sportsmanship, fairness, and respectful behavior at all times.

10.2 Use of slurs, threats, or offensive content will result in immediate penalties or bans.

10.3 Smurfing or account sharing is strictly prohibited.

1. Organizer Rights
   11.1 The organizers reserve the right to:

Modify schedule, rules, or format.

Deny entry to any team or player based on conduct or eligibility.

Stream, record, or use tournament footage for promotion.