LAST STAND

# LAST STAND ## OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT RULEBOOK & REGULATIONS **Organized By:** Vortex Club **Institution:** Newton School of Technology **Game:** Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) **Tournament Format:** Squad (4 Players) **Stage:** Online Qualifiers **Date:** 16 November 2026 **Total Prize Pool:** ₹10,000 --- # 1. GENERAL RULES & REGULATIONS 1. All participating teams and players must carefully read and follow the official tournament rulebook. 2. Registration confirms that every team member agrees to the tournament rules and regulations. 3. Every team must provide accurate player information during registration. 4. Any false, misleading or incomplete information may result in disqualification. 5. Players must cooperate with tournament administrators and follow all official instructions. 6. Ignorance of the rules will not be accepted as an excuse for violations. 7. The tournament management reserves the right to amend rules whenever necessary to ensure fair competition. # 2. TEAM REGISTRATION & ELIGIBILITY 1. Each team must consist of four registered players. 2. Every player must provide their correct BGMI Character ID (UID) and in-game name. 3. A player cannot represent more than one team in the same tournament. 4. Playing on behalf of another registered player is strictly prohibited. 5. Unregistered players are not permitted to participate. 6. Any changes to the registered squad must receive prior approval from the tournament management. 7. Teams are responsible for ensuring that all submitted registration details are correct. 8. Team leaders will be the primary point of contact for all official tournament communications. # 3. MATCH PROCEDURE 1. Matches will be conducted through BGMI Custom Rooms. 2. Room ID and Password will be shared through official communication channels. 3. Teams must join the designated room before the scheduled match start time. 4. Players must verify the room settings, map and match details before starting. 5. Late arrivals may result in the team missing the match. 6. Once a match has officially started, no team will be allowed to demand a restart due to individual mistakes or delays. 7. Players must follow the map, mode and other settings announced by the management. 8. Only official tournament room details should be considered valid. # 4. FAIR PLAY & GAMEPLAY RULES The following activities are strictly prohibited: 1. Use of hacks, cheats, scripts, macros or unauthorized third-party applications. 2. Use of modified game clients or any software providing an unfair advantage. 3. Teaming or collaborating with other squads during a match. 4. Intentional exploitation of game bugs or glitches. 5. Account sharing, impersonation or playing through another participant's account. 6. Deliberately manipulating match results or rankings. 7. Intentionally exploiting spectator information or unauthorized communication. 8. Any form of match-fixing, collusion or unfair coordination between competing teams. Any team found involved in such activities may face immediate disqualification. # 5. SCREEN RECORDING & MATCH EVIDENCE 1. All four players must maintain continuous screen recording during every match. 2. Recordings must clearly show the player's gameplay and relevant match information. 3. Players must not edit, manipulate or alter their recordings before submission. 4. The management may request screen recordings from any team at any stage. 5. Teams must submit requested recordings and screenshots within the deadline communicated by the management. 6. Failure to provide valid evidence when requested may result in penalties or disqualification. 7. Screenshots of match results must be submitted whenever instructed. 8. Any suspicious gameplay may be investigated using available recordings and match evidence. # 6. DISCONNECTION & TECHNICAL ISSUES 1. Players are responsible for their own devices, internet connections and game installations. 2. Individual internet disconnections, device crashes, battery issues or game errors will generally not result in a match restart. 3. A disconnected player may rejoin if the game permits and the match is still active. 4. Remaining squad members may continue playing. 5. In the event of a major server outage, widespread technical failure or an issue affecting the integrity of a match, the management may decide to restart, reschedule or cancel the match. 6. Technical issues must be reported to the tournament administrators immediately. 7. The management will determine whether a reported technical issue justifies any special action. # 7. SCORING & RESULTS 1. Points will be calculated using the official placement and elimination scoring system announced before the tournament. 2. Every elimination will be counted according to the announced scoring structure. 3. Final team rankings will be based on cumulative tournament points. 4. Match results will be verified by the tournament administration. 5. In case of a points tie, the management will apply the announced tie-breaker criteria. 6. Any discrepancy in the displayed results must be reported by the team leader within the official complaint window. 7. Once results are verified and officially declared, they will be considered final unless the management identifies a legitimate scoring or administrative error. # 8. PLAYER CONDUCT & DISCIPLINE 1. Every participant must maintain professional and respectful behaviour. 2. Abusive language, harassment, threats, discrimination or personal attacks against players, organizers or management are prohibited. 3. Players must not intentionally disrupt tournament communications or match operations. 4. Publicly spreading false information about the tournament or its administration may invite disciplinary action. 5. Any attempt to intimidate, influence or bribe tournament officials is strictly prohibited. 6. Players must cooperate during investigations and provide requested information. # 9. PENALTIES & DISQUALIFICATION Depending on the severity of the violation, the management may impose the following penalties: - Official warning. - Point deduction. - Match result cancellation. - Match disqualification. - Team disqualification from the entire tournament. - Removal of eligibility for tournament rewards. - Ban from future Vortex Club tournaments, where appropriate. Serious violations, including hacking, cheating, impersonation, match-fixing and deliberate result manipulation, may result in immediate disqualification without a prior warning. The management reserves the right to determine the appropriate penalty based on the available evidence and severity of the violation. # 10. PROTESTS & DISPUTE RESOLUTION 1. Only the registered team leader may officially raise a complaint on behalf of the team. 2. All complaints must be submitted through the official communication channel designated by the management. 3. Complaints must include relevant screenshots, recordings or other supporting evidence. 4. False complaints, fabricated evidence or repeated baseless allegations may result in disciplinary action. 5. The management may investigate any suspicious match or result independently, even without a formal complaint. 6. Teams must not interrupt ongoing matches or harass officials while a dispute is being investigated. 7. The management's decision following an investigation will be final and binding. # 11. PRIZE POOL & REWARDS 1. The total announced prize pool for LAST STAND is ₹10,000. 2. Prize distribution will follow the official prize breakdown communicated by the organizers. 3. Prize eligibility will be subject to final result verification and compliance with tournament regulations. 4. The management may withhold rewards if a team is under investigation for a serious violation. 5. Disqualified teams will forfeit their eligibility for tournament prizes. 6. Prize claims must be made using accurate team and player details. 7. Any reward-related dispute will be reviewed by the tournament management. 8. The management will communicate the final prize distribution and payment procedure through official channels. # 12. MANAGEMENT RIGHTS & FINAL AUTHORITY **THIS SECTION IS MANDATORY AND APPLIES TO ALL PARTICIPATING TEAMS.** 1. Vortex Club Management holds the ultimate authority over the organization and execution of LAST STAND. 2. The management reserves the right to interpret, modify, clarify or enforce any tournament rule whenever required. 3. The management may investigate any suspected violation, request additional evidence and take appropriate disciplinary action. 4. The management reserves the right to disqualify any player or team involved in cheating, misconduct, unfair play or activities that compromise tournament integrity. 5. The management may postpone, reschedule, restart, suspend or cancel matches in exceptional circumstances. 6. The management reserves the right to make necessary decisions in situations not explicitly covered by this rulebook. 7. No player or team may demand a particular decision or interfere with the management's official proceedings. 8. All participating teams must respect and comply with decisions issued by the tournament administration. **THE DECISION OF VORTEX CLUB MANAGEMENT SHALL BE FINAL AND BINDING ON ALL PARTICIPANTS. NO INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM SHALL HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO OVERRIDE THE OFFICIAL DECISION OF THE MANAGEMENT.** # 13. ACCEPTANCE OF RULES By registering for and participating in LAST STAND, all players and teams acknowledge that: - They have read and understood the complete rulebook. - They agree to follow all tournament regulations. - They accept the authority of Vortex Club Management. - They understand that violations may result in penalties or disqualification. - They agree to respect the final decisions of the tournament administration. --- **ORGANIZED BY** **VORTEX CLUB** Newton School of Technology *Play. Compete. Represent.* **LAST STAND — ONE LAST FIGHT. ONLY ONE SQUAD SURVIVES.**