🃏 Hearthstone Tournament Official Rules

Mode: Solo
Format: Single Elimination
Entrance: Open
Entrance Fee: 10,000 Feathers per player

1. Eligibility

• Participants must have a valid Battle.net account with Hearthstone installed.
• Players must register using their full name and BattleTag.
• Entry is confirmed only after full payment of the 10,000 Feather fee.
• Multiple accounts or duplicate registrations will result in disqualification.

2. Tournament Format

• The tournament will follow a Single Elimination bracket.
• All matches until the Finals will be Best of 3 (Bo3).
• Grand Finals will be played as Best of 5 (Bo5).
• Bracket placement will be randomized at the end of the registration period.

3. Deck Submission & Rules

• Players must submit three decks from different classes before the deadline.
• All decks must be Standard format and must not include banned cards or wild sets.
• Once submitted, decks are locked for the entire tournament. No changes allowed.
• Lineup format: Conquest, with one ban. (Each player bans one of the opponent’s decks before the match begins.)
• Players must win one game with each of their two unbanned decks to win a match.

4. Match Rules

• Matches will be conducted through Challenge Friend mode.
• Both players must be in communication via Discord or tournament platform for coordination.
• Players must check in 10 minutes before their scheduled match time.
• Late arrivals (more than 10 minutes) may result in automatic forfeit.

5. Disconnections & Bugs

• If a player disconnects during a game, the match will continue unless:
  • It occurred before Turn 3 and
  • Both players agree to a rematch or admins verify a critical issue.
• If a game-breaking bug occurs, players must report it immediately with screenshots or replays.

6. Conduct & Fair Play

• Any form of cheating, win-trading, or using unauthorized software/tools will lead to instant disqualification.
• Use of spectators (in person or via screen-sharing) during matches is strictly prohibited.
• Players must maintain respectful behavior at all times. Toxicity, harassment, or offensive usernames will not be tolerated.

7. Streaming & Spectating

• Players are allowed to stream their own matches with a minimum 2-minute delay.
• Tournament organizers may cast select matches. Players will be notified in advance.
• All match results must be screenshot and submitted after each round.
   

8. Prizes & Distribution

• The prize pool will be determined based on total entries.
• Payouts will be made in Feathers or designated prizes within 7–14 business days.
• Winnings are paid directly to the player’s registered account or wallet.

9. Dispute Resolution & Admin Authority

• In the event of a conflict or unclear outcome, players must report the issue within 10 minutes of the match ending.
• Admins will review screenshots, logs, or replays and make a final judgment.
• Organizers reserve the right to update rules or format mid-tournament to ensure competitive integrity.