MyLeague has one of the simplest ranking systems ever used for competitive play. The concept was adopted from the ranking system used on the official Case’s Ladders. We call it a "Ladder" because each member holds a unique rank or "rung" that represents their standing among other members. The highest-ranked member holds the #1 Ladder position; for example, someone ranked #2 is ranked below the #1 member. The goal is to "climb" the Ladder all the way to the top!
- When you first join, you are placed in an “Unranked” category on the League.
- You become "Ranked" after winning your first League match. (Unranked members may play each other, and the winner becomes ranked at the bottom of the League.)
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When you defeat a higher-ranked member, you move up in rank 50% the distance between their rank and your own.
- Example: If you are ranked #50 and you beat the #1 ranked member, then your new rank would be 25.
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Your rank on the League does not go down if you lose a match unless your opponent is ranked DIRECTLY below you.
- Example: If you are ranked #5 and the #6 ranked member defeats you, then your new rank would be #6.
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When members ranked below you are victorious against members ranked above you, it's possible the member will jump over you in rank and you will move down one rung. This depends on the ranks involved.
- Example(per 50% rank gain) :You are currently ranked #7. If the #10 ranked member defeats the #1 ranked member, then #10 will advance to the #5 rung and you will fall to the #8 rung.
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League Names
- If your League name is deemed offensive or contains profanity, your account may be removed.
- If your League name is deemed abusive towards another member, your account may be removed.
- You can edit your League name by using the ‘My Account’ tab and choosing the ‘Edit Username’ option. If you have problems changing your League name, please use the ‘Contact Admin’ link, located on the 'Support' tab.
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E-mail Address
- Your E-mail address must be kept current at all times, in case you need to be contacted. You can use the 'Edit E-mail Address' link on the 'My Account' tab to edit your E-mail address.
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Password Security
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password.
- You are not permitted to share your password with anyone for any reason.
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Inactivity
- In order to keep the League as dynamic as possible, your account will be automatically deleted if you are inactive for 255 days. However, one of the features of our Premium Membership Program is never being deleted for inactivity. Information regarding our Premium Membership Program can be found here .
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Multiple Accounts
- Only one account is allowed per person. There are no exceptions to this rule.
- It is forbidden for more than one person to use or share the same account.
- Multiple accounts from the same location will be investigated and possibly removed.
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Chat
- The best way to find League matches is to announce in chat that you are looking for a League match so that other members will know you are interested in League-play. You can also directly challenge a specific member in chat.
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Formal Challenges
- Most Leagues permit the use of Formal Challenges. A complete overview of the Formal Challenge system can be found here .
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4 time(s) Per Day
- You may play the same member 4 time(s) per day. However, you may play as many different members as you would like on any given day. A “MyLeague” day begins at 12:00 a.m. Pacific Time.
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Verify Information
- We recommend you ensure a potential opponent is also a member of the League before starting your match. You can do this very easily by searching for your opponent using the 'Search for Players' tool.
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Opponents
- You are not allowed to report losses to another member that also plays from the same computer as you. Our security software will detect this activity if it is attempted, and participating accounts may be penalized or removed.
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Sportsmanship
- The same rules that apply to behavior in chat (covered in a later section) also apply during matches.
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Reporting the Loss
- In one-on-one matches, the loser of the match reports the loss to the winner.
- In partner matches, each member of the losing team reports a loss to both partners of the winning team. At the end of the match, you would either gain two wins or report two losses.
- In “free for all” matches (matches in which multiple opponents are competing against each other without partners), each loser of the match must report a loss to one overall winner.
- When playing matches with more than one opponent, it is important for losses to be reported in the proper order if rank will be affected by the order of report. You must report to the better-ranked opponent first in those cases. It is your responsibility to make sure you report in the correct order when necessary. Not doing so may result in penalty.
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Unreported Matches
- If your opponent does not report their loss within one hour after completing the match or prior to starting another match, you should click on the “Contact Admin” link and then use the “Unreported Match” form.
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Inactivity
- Members in the Top Ten must play a League match at least once every 7 days; otherwise, you will be automatically dropped five rungs and your inactivity counter is reset. There are no exceptions to this rule.
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Avatars
- The rules of common decency should be followed when uploading images to use as avatars. Inappropriate avatars may be removed without warning or notification.
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Cheating
- If you believe your opponent is cheating, then you should contact the Admin staff.
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Abuse
- It is forbidden to abuse or harass another League member.
- It is important to remember that two wrongs do not make a right. If you are being harassed by another League member, contact the Admin staff for assistance. Do not take matters into your own hands or return the abuse, or you could be penalized as well.
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Nice Guy Rule
- Please note that behavior guidelines govern all methods of communication. This includes chat, E-mail, message forums, instant messenger services, etc. Treat other members with respect!
Account Rules
Challenges
Note: Please consult the Admin staff regarding whether or not League challenges are permitted for this League. A challenge is defined as a request for a match with a higher-ranked member. Whether you are the challenger or the one being challenged, there are some rules that must be followed. Violating these rules may result in penalties. If you notice anyone violating these rules, please contact the Admin staff.
Playing a Match
Once you are ready to start playing a League match, there are some guidelines governing game play that you should keep in mind.
Reporting the Match
Once your match is completed, the loser of the match is responsible for reporting the loss immediately. You can report your matches using the 'Report Loss' button located on the 'Standings' tab. Please note the ‘Report Loss’ link should only be used for League matches and not for tournament matches; you should consult the TD with any questions regarding reporting tournament matches. If you have any problems reporting a loss, you should contact the Admin staff and request assistance.
Tournaments
The rules for a Tournament are determined by the Tournament Director hosting the event. You will find a summary of each individual Tournament, including a Rules page, if you follow the link for that specific Tournament.
League-Specific Rules
~~MEMBERS PLEASE TAKE TIME TO READ THE RULES BEFORE PLAYING THE MATCH~~
1. Please try to come on time ... The goal is to start the tournament no later than 10 minutes from the posted start time. Try to be patient because we may experience some unforeseen situations that may keep us from closing on time. Your understanding and support on this is greatly appreciated !!!
2. If you need a partner or any other special assistance we ask that you come to the lobby early, 30 minutes or so prior to the start of the tournament so that our staff can better assist you. Your understanding and support on this is greatly appreciated !!!
3. Please try to keep lobby chat to a minimum until we get all players in the tournament. This is especially important when you are attending a partners event. Please keep lobby chatting to a minimum so that we can be sure all players have a partner before closing. Your understanding and support on this is greatly appreciated !!!
4. All games will play to the posted score. Hand limits will vary on some games depending on the type of game the hosting TD is hosting. If after a match has begun if it appears to be running over excessively, please notify the hosting TD. The hosting TD will decide if that has occurred and may decide to set a hand limit on that particular match. Your understanding and assistance with this will be greatly appreciated !!!
5. Players will have 3 minutes when called to make or join a table after being directed to do so by the hosting TD. Players or teams that do not do so may be disqualified. If a player is booted, please notify the hosting TD when they are completely gone and the TD will maintain official time which should not exceed 5 minutes for 1st boot, 5 minutes for 2nd boot, and 0 minutes for the 3rd boot. After the 3rd boot, booted player may not return to the game and a permanent sub will be found, or the team disqualified if remaining member does not want asub. ... Your understanding and assistance on this will be greatly appreciated !!!
6. No Table talk....Chat programs....Web Cams....or any other possible form of cheating is allowed. Please notify the hosting TD if you suspect this is occurring. If found to be cheating, that team will be disqualified from the tournament and may receive other actions deemed appropriate by the league staff !! Chat programs are allowed in the lobby area only....Please turn them off prior to going to tables for a match. Again your help on this is greatly appreciated !!!
7. Under no circumstances may anyone in the same household be allowed to partner as a team. If it is found that this is the circumstance they will be automatically disqualified.
8. Lobby or table disturbances will not be tolerated. Everyone must show respect for all players and staff at all times when you are in DragonsRealm. Please do not create a scene in the lobby or at a table with the staff or another player or players take it to a private table or IM. Profane or offensive language, racist names or slurs, swear words, lewd anatomical references, sexually explicit or homonyms of these words will not be tolerated. If you feel the hosting TD is not doing a good job, you can call a HTD or Admin to the table for assistance. All TD decisions are final and should be honored by all league members. Your help on this is greatly appreciated !!!
9. Players should be completely eliminated from the current tournament before registering for the next one. If you make a team in the next tournament and have not been eliminated in the current tournament, the hosting TD may remove your team before closing the next tournament.
10. In a partnership game, if for any reason you leave a game, a boot timer will be placed on the player. If that player does not return in 10 minutes, his partner has the option of requesting a sub until they return. A booted or missing player may rejoin his partner unless he has timed out. Once a sub has entered the game, they have the option to continue playing until the original player returns if that player did not time out. Once a player has timed out, he may not rejoin the tournament. No team made of 2 subs may compete in a finals match.Your help is critical in this area to assist the hosting TD for smooth running of the tournament.
11. If you abandon your partner during a tournament and are found to be playing elsewhere, a warning will be issued to you by email. Should this be a 2nd offense you will be boxed for 3 days, a 3rd occurrence will result in your being kicked from the league.
12. For special event games requiring a specific bid a reset will only be allowed in the first hand of the first round, no exceptions !!!One mis-bid per Team is aloud. If a mis-bid occurs after the first hand the player(s) are automatically disqualified.
13. In a suicide tournament formatted game, only 1 member of the team can bid nil. If both bid nil it's considered a mis-bid and the mis-bid rule applies.
14. If you are in a game and leave without notifying the hosting TD first, you will be automatically disqualified from the tournament, unless you were booted, at which time the boot timer will be started. This rule will apply to everyone no matter who it is.
15. All BRB's need to be held to 5 minutes !! After that you may be kicked from the table until you return. If you suspect a player is letting the computer play, please notify the hosting TD at once. The hosting TD will determine if this is happening. If they do not respond to the hosting TD in a timely manner, the hosting TD will have that player kicked from the table and a sub will be found.
16. The most important rule of all is to have fun, enjoy spending time with good friends, play fair, and have a great time with all of your fellow Dragon and Dragonette members here in Dragon Country.
A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM THE HA The Staff and I would like to personally thank you all for supporting DragonsRealm and for playing in this tournament here today. Please feel free to let any of our staff know if you have any suggestions for helping to make DragonsRealm better !! It's our number "1" goal to provide a fun, safe, drama free place where we all can come to relax and have fun together. So please tell your friends to come join us and we hope to see you again very soon here in Dragon Country !! Hugzzz ... Sweetfire, aka Sharon, HA,
~~Thanks for doing it Dragon Style today in Dragon Country~~Good Luck Dragons !!~~
Top Ten
The purpose of the League is to climb to the top and the competition for the rungs in the Top Ten is high. As such, we have special rules that apply for members in the Top Ten.
Expected Behavior
As a member of MyLeague, you are representing the League, the Admin staff, and all other members when you are participating on a MyLeague. It’s part of your responsibility as a member to act in a respectable manner within your League community.
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Although we have tried to be as detailed as possible, we can’t cover every aspect of gaming in our rules. Please be advised that just because something is not stated in our rules and policies, then that does not mean it is allowed. Use common sense. If it is something that will adversely affect other members and you might think twice about it, then it’s probably against the rules. The Admin staff will have the final say in such matters. If you have a specific question please feel free to contact us via E-mail.
