iNstation 5v5 EUNE #1

Tournament Details

Welcome to the first official iNstation League of Legends tournament! This tournament serves as the first public test of the iNstation tournament platform. While competing for the prize, participants will also help us identify bugs, improve features, and optimize the tournament experience for future events. Important Information The Riot API integration is currently under development and is not yet available. Because of this: Teams must create their own custom game lobbies. Match results must be reported manually. Results can be submitted through the website chat system or via the official Discord server. All participants must remain on the official Discord server throughout the tournament. Tournament administrators may use Discord to provide announcements, assist with issues, and resolve disputes. As this is our first tournament, we appreciate all feedback and bug reports. Any issues found on the website should be reported through Discord. Good luck and have fun! — iNstation Staff

Rules

1. General Rules Region: EUNE Game Mode: Tournament Draft Map: Summoner's Rift Teams must be registered before the tournament starts. All players are expected to behave respectfully towards opponents and tournament staff. 2. Discord Requirement All participants must remain connected to the official Discord server during the tournament. Tournament announcements, support, and dispute handling may be conducted through Discord. Failure to respond to tournament staff within a reasonable timeframe may result in a match forfeit. 3. Match Format All matches are Best of 1 (BO1). Bronze Match is Best of 3 (BO3). Grand Final is Best of 3 (BO3). 4. No-Show Rule Teams must be ready to start their match when called by tournament staff. A team has a maximum of 15 minutes to assemble its full roster and begin the match. If a team fails to appear within 15 minutes, tournament administrators may award a forfeit win to the opposing team. If both teams fail to appear within 15 minutes, tournament administrators may disqualify both teams from the tournament. Any exceptional circumstances will be reviewed at the discretion of tournament staff. 5. Side Selection The team positioned higher on the tournament bracket will play on Blue Side. In BO3 matches, sides alternate between games unless otherwise instructed by tournament staff. 6. Lobby Creation & Result Reporting The Riot API integration is not yet available. Therefore: Teams are responsible for creating their own custom game lobby. The higher-seeded team on the bracket is responsible for creating the lobby unless both teams agree otherwise. Match results must be reported manually. Results may be submitted through the website chat system or through the official Discord server. Tournament administrators may request screenshots for verification. 7. Pauses Pauses are only allowed for legitimate technical issues. Teams should inform their opponents immediately when a pause is required. Abuse of pauses may result in penalties. 8. Bugs and Exploits The intentional use of bugs or exploits that provide an unfair advantage is prohibited. Any discovered game-breaking bug must be reported to tournament staff immediately. Tournament administrators reserve the right to order a remake if necessary. 9. Match Disputes Any disputes must be reported immediately after the match. Tournament staff may request screenshots, chat logs, or other evidence. The decision of tournament administrators is final. 10. Sportsmanship The following behavior is prohibited: Harassment Hate speech Discrimination Threats Unsportsmanlike conduct Tournament staff may issue warnings, match losses, or disqualifications depending on the severity of the offense. 11. Final Decisions Tournament administrators reserve the right to make rulings on situations not explicitly covered by these rules. All administrative decisions are final.