Best of the Best

[jpcloet]

So how does this fit with the required 50% public invites? That is the base technical definition.

The rule/guideline basically means (as interpreted by me) that your tournament should be as inclusive as possible. I can argue up and down that it is easier for someone to create/join a clan than it would be to get to 2500 points, yet clan tournaments are not allowed. Getting a little into the spirit of the rules now.

[Gozar]

But do we go by the spirit or the letter of the law?
One shouldn't need a lawyer to go through the Tournament Rules. Could we have a clear definition of this guideline?

[Night Strike]

But do we go by the spirit or the letter of the law?
One shouldn't need a lawyer to go through the Tournament Rules. Could we have a clear definition of this guideline?

Why does every situation have to have a definition? Any tournament restrictions are always about intent. A tournament that only allows 1600+ players is designed to allow dedicated officers a separate environment, while a 3500+ singles tournament is reserved for the elite class. In my mind, that is similar to allowing only a clan tournament. In the tournament handbook, it says "At least 50% of the spots available must be for open/public sign-ups, and not filled with special invitations. (Tournament Directors will be conducting random checks on occasion to ensure this criteria is being met.)". It also states "We have no objection to anyone running a tournament that does not meet these specific requirements. However, if it is not approved, it will not be granted privileges and will have to be organized using private games." I think that all four of us can operate in a fair manner and make sound and consistent decisions. I think cases like this should remain under the discretion of the organizers and directors rather than having a set number value. If something seems suspicious or problematic, we simply ask the organizer to clarify or adjust. It happens on such an infrequent basis that it really should be a case-by-case situation, not a blanket policy.

[Lindax]

But do we go by the spirit or the letter of the law?
One shouldn't need a lawyer to go through the Tournament Rules. Could we have a clear definition of this guideline?

Why does every situation have to have a definition? Any tournament restrictions are always about intent. A tournament that only allows 1600+ players is designed to allow dedicated officers a separate environment, while a 3500+ singles tournament is reserved for the elite class. In my mind, that is similar to allowing only a clan tournament. In the tournament handbook, it says "At least 50% of the spots available must be for open/public sign-ups, and not filled with special invitations. (Tournament Directors will be conducting random checks on occasion to ensure this criteria is being met.)". It also states "We have no objection to anyone running a tournament that does not meet these specific requirements. However, if it is not approved, it will not be granted privileges and will have to be organized using private games." I think that all four of us can operate in a fair manner and make sound and consistent decisions. I think cases like this should remain under the discretion of the organizers and directors rather than having a set number value. If something seems suspicious or problematic, we simply ask the organizer to clarify or adjust. It happens on such an infrequent basis that it really should be a case-by-case situation, not a blanket policy.

Well said, I agree 100%!

I'm sure you guys can figure out what's fair and what's not.

I also like the idea of TD's organizing something "out of the ordinary" now and then. Is that something you would consider?

Lx