I. Overview of the Modified Swiss Format

1.1 Description of the Modified Swiss Format

The tournament will be conducted using the modified Swiss format, which incorporates a series of Swiss rounds followed by a single-elimination playoff for the top eight participants. This format aims to ensure that the most skilled players reach the finals of the tournament.

II. Determination of Number of Rounds and Playoff Participants

2.1 Consideration of Number of Players (Teams)

The number of Swiss rounds and playoff participants will be determined based on the recommended number of rounds, taking into account the number of players (or teams) participating in the tournament.

2.2 Recommended Number of Rounds and Playoff Structure

The following guidelines will be followed to determine the appropriate number of Swiss rounds and playoff participants for different player counts:

• 4 players (Team/2HG Only): 2 Single-Elimination Rounds (No Swiss). In this case, the tournament will proceed directly to a single-elimination format without any Swiss rounds, and the winner will be determined through the single-elimination playoff.
• 5-8 players: 3 Single-Elimination Rounds (No Swiss). The tournament will consist of three single-elimination rounds without any Swiss rounds, and the winner will be determined through the single-elimination playoff.
• 9-16 players: 4 Swiss Rounds. The tournament will involve four Swiss rounds, and the top eight players based on their performance will advance to the playoffs.
• 17-32 players: 5 Swiss Rounds. The tournament will include five Swiss rounds, and the top eight players based on their performance will advance to the playoffs.
• 33-64 players: 6 Swiss Rounds. The tournament will consist of six Swiss rounds, and the top eight players based on their performance will advance to the playoffs.
• 65-128 players: 7 Swiss Rounds. The tournament will comprise seven Swiss rounds, and the top eight players based on their performance will advance to the playoffs.
• 129-226 players: 8 Swiss Rounds. The tournament will feature eight Swiss rounds, and the top eight players based on their performance will advance to the playoffs.
• 227-409 players: 9 Swiss Rounds. The tournament will encompass nine Swiss rounds, and the top eight players based on their performance will advance to the playoffs.
• 410+ players: 10 Swiss Rounds. The tournament will involve ten Swiss rounds, and the top eight players based on their performance will advance to the playoffs.

III. Swiss Rounds

3.1 Pairings and Matchups

During the Swiss rounds, pairings will be determined based on the participants' records. Whenever possible, players with the same record will be paired against each other to ensure fair matchups. However, it may be necessary to assign players slightly better or worse opponents in cases where exact record-based pairings are not feasible due to dropouts or drawn matches.

IV. Single-Elimination Playoff

4.1 Determination of Playoff Participants

At the conclusion of the Swiss rounds, the top eight players based on their ranking will advance to the single-elimination playoff.

4.2 Pairings for Playoff Rounds

The pairings for the playoff rounds will be established based on the ranking of the players at the end of the Swiss rounds. The matchups will be as follows:
Quarterfinals: The first seed will face the eighth seed, the second seed will compete against the seventh seed, the third seed will play against the sixth seed, and the fourth seed will encounter the fifth seed.

4.3 Advancement and Elimination

Winners of the quarterfinal matches will progress to the semifinals, while the losers will be eliminated from the tournament.

4.4 Determination of Finalists

The semifinalists will engage in matches to determine the two finalists who will proceed to the final match.

4.5 Championship Match

The final match will determine the ultimate winner of the tournament, with the two finalists competing against each other.

V. Tournament Winner

5.1 Determination of the Winner

The winner of the tournament will be the player who emerges victorious in the final match, thereby claiming the championship title.

VI. Specific Regulations and Additional Instructions

6.1 Tournament Format and Rules

All matches will be played according to the designated game format and rules specified for the tournament. Participants are expected to adhere to these regulations throughout the event.

6.2 Communication of Additional Instructions

Any specific additional rules, banned cards, time limits, or other regulations pertinent to the tournament will be communicated to the participants by the tournament organizer before the commencement of the event.

Note: The precise number of rounds and playoff structure may vary depending on the specific tournament. Participants should refer to the instructions and guidelines provided by the tournament organizer for accurate and detailed information.ils.