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 75% 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 38.
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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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0 time(s) Per Day
- You may play the same member 0 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
WAY2GO
GAME RULES AND REGULATIONS
GENERAL RULES
There is zero tolerance for foul or sexual language or type content.
Any player arguing with the host will be disqualified from the tournament.
Arguing with another player will also cause a player to be disqualified.
The use of any auto or cheat programs will disqualify the player from our league and
POGO will be notified.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF YOUR OPS COUNTS AND STATS AT TOKEN TIME TO HELP CLEAR UP ANY QUESTIONS THAT MAY ARISE...STATS DON'T LIE. NEW
****GAMES WITH LEVELS****
MAKEOVER MADNESS, PHLINX, POPPIT, TURBO 21, AND WORD WHOMP
YOU MAY NOW PLAY ON ANY LEVEL YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH.
Please pay attention to the main chat screen. All tournament instructions will be given there.
Any game variations will be posted on the tournament registration page as well.
All league members are expected to follow tourney rules throughout the tournament
whether or not they are participating.
If you dont already have it on your short keys rules then please add this:
/e GAME IS NONRATED in your table settings. As all of our games are nonrated. Unless its a special AND is stated in advance before closing.NEVER LIMIT PLAYERS!!!
ALWAYS WATCH FOR GAME VARIATIONS WHEN THE HOST RUNS THE RULES
As we encourage variety and the imaginations of our hosts.
This is a good reason to be in tourney room early so you know specifics of tour.
ROOM SHARES
ALL LEAGUES ARE ALLOWED 1 ADDY WHEN SHARING GIN ROOM.
MUST CHECK THEIR CALENDAR BEFORE SETTING A TOUR THERE
Gin Inter - Swingin from Vines - share with Canafrenzy and Monkeyroyale.
3 card speedy Temp Members Room 015 share with Royal Flush.
Bingo 3 card regular Big Tent Bingo share with Refried Dreams
we can host there any day
Canasta 2 player Int Not Easy Being Green -Refried Dreams
Canasta 4 player Blue Velvet - share with Refried Dreams AND sxymynds
Dice Derby< -30's Backstreets - share with Royal Flush
Word Whomp Topics/vocab vixens - share with sxymnds
Pino Int lime green surprise- share with Treasures league and Royal Flush
Pool shared with DevilsPlayground and MonkeyRoyale.
DO NOT HOST AFTER 7PM (Monkeys will share tour times)
Lottso overflow room we share with canafrenzy in Comp 40's Small World
Turbo21 Shared with Bubs League
**Lost Temple Poker shared with BUBS League and The GoodTimers (TGT)
Hog Heaven is shared with PogoStars
shared with POGOSTARS - play anytime
Sqelchies - shared with Dicerollerz
Way2Go Courtesy Rule
No chatting while any hosts are running rules, pairing, or after posting until such time as the host says chat is open to all. As this will keep everyone on schedule and prevent confusion. Thank you for your cooperation
TIMED TOURNEYS-
HOSTS CHOICE. USUALLY 10 MINS PER ROUND FOR LARGER TOURNEYS.
15 MINS. PER ROUND FOR SMALLER ONES.
TIMING OUT-
We no longer set timers on GIN, CASINO BJ and CANASTA game tables so if op goes brb - they go on 5 DQ timer when you inform the host. Please do not ask a host to Private Chat or IM a host while a tourney is in progress. If there are concerns about scores please post in main chat when asked by the host after the announcement of winners.
COLOR CODES
BLUE - S/E
RED - DE
PURPLE - SWISS
MAROON - TRUE SWISS
SE - SINGLE ELIMINATION; LOSE ONCE
DE - DOUBLE ELIMINATION- LOSE TWICE BEFORE YOU ARE OUT
SWISS FORMAT
IN SWISS FORMAT ALL PLAYERS PLAY EVERY ROUND
IF YOU WIN A ROUND YOU GET BUX FOR THAT ROUND.
THE TOURNEY CONTINUES UNTIL ONE PLAYER REMAINS UNDEFEATED
THAT PLAYER IS DECLARED THE WINNER
PLAYERS MAY WITHDRAW AT THE END OF ANY ROUND
WHEN THE HOST ASKS IF ANYONE WANTS OUT.
SWISS IS FUN BECAUSE EVERYONE GETS TO PLAY
THROUGH THE WHOLE TOURNEY
IF YOU ARE MIA - YOU WILL HAVE TO BE REMOVED
BEFORE TOURNEY CAN MOVE ONTO THE NEXT ROUND.
REGULAR SWISS
The tournament is finished as soon as there is only one player remaining who is undefeated. (The number of rounds is set before the tournament in order to specify a maximum number of players. If the tournament is set for six (6) rounds, this does not guarantee that there will be six rounds of play since players withdrawing from the tournament may shorten the rounds required to reach an undefeated player. If for some reason after the given number of rounds has been played and there is still more than one undefeated player, the tournament will be extended in order to determine a winner.
TRUE SWISS
In True Swiss format, the number of rounds is preset by the TD before the tournament starts and regardless of the number of registrations, the number of rounds does not change once the tournament begins. (The TD can manually change the number of rounds prior to the tournament starting). After all the rounds are complete, the player with the most points wins. If there is no conclusive point leader, there is no winner of the tournament. However, as an example of a true swiss , suppose there is only one undefeated player after 5 rounds of play, and the tournament is set for 8 rounds of play. The tournament does not stop, giving those players who have already a lost a chance to win the tournament.
1vs1vs1 or 1vs1vs1vs1 - the pairings are done in either groups or three or four depending on the tourney type. (This is stated in the calendar when you check in)
TEAM PLAY- (Partners)
The computer will automatically pair you with another player. Unless otherwise stated in advance. You keep your partner until you lose a round. If your partner is booted
they go on 5 minute timer then that player is DQd. The lone player may continue but will be against 2 players.
NO SUBS ALLOWED IN ANY GAME
EXCEPTION - STD
LADDER GAMES
Ladder games are typically played using the same rules as the game being hosted. The nonwinner of the ladder MUST report the loss off the main league page under REPORT LOSS
REQUIRED: Your Ladder Name AND Password- Your Opponents Ladder Name.
NOONE MAY LADDER WHILE IN A TABLES TOURNEY OR ONE THAT DOES NOT ALLOW EVERYONE TO FINISH AT THE SAME TIME. As this causes tourney delays
GAME BREAKS
THERE WILL BE A GAME BREAK BETWEEN ROUNDS,
EXCEPT BETWEEN SEMI AND FINAL ROUNDS
IN CASE OF A TIE~ ALL TIE BREAKERS WILL BE PLAYED DURING BREAK GAME.
THERE ARE BREAKS BETWEEN EVERY ROUND IN SWISS
ALL 2V2 TABLE GAMES - PLAYERS SIT ACROSS FROM THEIR PARTNERS.
S/E ON A 4 PLAYER TABLE - PLAYERS SIT NEXT TO YOUR Op
GAME RULES IN DETAIL, GO TO: www.geocities.com/theway2goer/way2gogamerules.html
Please pay attention to the main chat screen. All tournament instructions will be given there.
All game variations will be posted on the tournament registration page as well.
All league members are expected to follow tourney rules throughout the tournament
whether or not they are participating.
ALWAYS WATCH FOR GAME VARIATIONS WHEN THE HOST RUNS THE RULES.
As we encourage variety and the imaginations of our hosts.
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.
