⚡ Flash Thursday — 3v3 TDM Rules

1. Team Format

• Matches are played 3v3.
• Each team must compete with 3 eligible players.
• Players may only compete for one team during the tournament.

2. Game Mode

• All matches will be played using Team Deathmatch (TDM).
• Teams must follow the tournament lobby, map, and match settings provided by tournament staff.

3. No Height

• Players may not use elevated positions or high-ground areas to gain a combat advantage.
• This includes intentionally holding rooftops, structures, ledges, or other elevated positions above the intended fighting area.
• Players should remain within the designated combat area established for each match.
• Accidental or momentary elevation should be corrected immediately.
• Repeated or intentional violations may result in a round loss, match loss, or disqualification at tournament staff's discretion.

4. No Ultimates

• Legend Ultimate abilities are not allowed.
• Players may not intentionally activate or use their Ultimate ability at any point during a match.
• Tactical abilities and passive abilities are permitted unless otherwise announced by tournament staff.
• Accidental Ultimate usage must be reported immediately and may still result in a penalty depending on its impact on the match.

5. Competitive Integrity

• Cheating, exploiting, teaming, stream sniping, unauthorized software, macros, or any other unfair competitive advantage is prohibited.
• Players must follow all applicable Apex Legends rules and platform terms.
• Exploiting bugs, unintended map locations, or unintended game mechanics may result in penalties or disqualification.

6. Sportsmanship

• Players are expected to maintain reasonable competitive conduct.
• Harassment, threats, excessive toxicity, or intentionally disruptive behavior toward players, staff, or spectators may result in penalties or removal from the tournament.

7. Disconnects & Technical Issues

• Players should notify tournament staff immediately if a disconnect or major technical issue occurs.
• Tournament staff will determine whether a match should continue, restart, or receive another ruling based on the circumstances.
• Players should not leave or restart a match unless instructed by tournament staff.

8. Match Results

• Teams are responsible for following any required result-reporting procedure.
• Screenshots, recordings, or other match evidence may be requested in the event of a dispute.
• Any dispute should be submitted to tournament staff as soon as possible after the affected match.

9. Prize

• The tournament's 1st Place team will receive a $100 prize.
• Prize distribution will be handled after tournament results are verified.
• Any team disqualified for a rules violation forfeits eligibility for the prize.

10. Tournament Staff

• Tournament staff have final authority regarding rule interpretations, disputes, penalties, restarts, and unforeseen circumstances.
• Rules may be clarified when necessary to preserve competitive fairness.