Tournament Rules
Learn more about who makes the tournament rules, how the competition operates, and find answers to the questions most frequently asked by participants in the Altador Cup.The Committee
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Have you ever wondered who is behind the workings of the Altador Cup? Who decides which Yooyus to use or which team should play against which? Wonder no more -- it's the Altador Cup Rules Committee, a highly respected group of officials that carefully examines all game play to make sure the rules are being properly applied. The Rules Committee's oversight ensures that the Altador Cup is fun and fair for all the teams involved, and they take their responsibilities in reviewing petitions and disputes very seriously! While some might feel that they are too strict, the committee's decisions play a vital role in maintaining the integrity of the tournament. Though there have been times when popular opinion has been against the committee or one of its decisions, nobody doubts that the committee members' actions are always motivated by a desire to protect the best interests of the Altador Cup. |
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When is the Altador Cup?
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What is the Altador Cup?
The Altador Cup is a yearly gaming tournament held in the Colosseum in Altador. This year, the tournament begins on Thursday, May 20th. Each Altador Cup commences with a week-long practice session, so participants can brush up their skills. The practice session is then followed by a 34-day Double Round Robin tournament and a 4-day Finals round to determine which team will win the coveted Altador Cup. In this year's tournament, 18 teams from the lands of Neopia will gather in Altador to compete in the sport of Yooyuball, along with three side games, Make Some Noise, Slushie Slinger, and Shootout Showdown.
The celebrated centrepiece of the Altador Cup is Yooyuball, which is Altador's famed traditional game. In Yooyuball, the object is to throw the ball into the opposing team's goal. Slings are used to carry and throw the ball, which is a curled-up Petpet called a Yooyu. Yooyus are native to Altador, and the strongest Yooyus are rigorously trained to participate in Yooyuball. Seven different types of Yooyu are used in the game, each of which has its own special attributes. Players never know which type of Yooyu will appear at the start of the match, giving Yooyuball an element of unpredictability. Teams must be able to adjust their strategy and play depending on the type of Yooyu currently being used if they hope to be competitive in the Altador Cup.
The Rules Committee
The three highly respected Altadorians who make up the Altador Cup Rules Committee have been entrusted with the duty of ensuring that the rules of Yooyuball are being followed properly. Though their decisions have occasionally been unpopular, everyone can agree that the Rules Committee's dedication to their task makes the Altador Cup more fun and more fair for all those who participate. It is due to their hard work that the Altador Cup runs smoothly year after year and remains Neopia's most celebrated sporting event.
How do I participate?
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Altador Cup FAQ
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1) How do I join a team?
It's easy. Visit the team page and simply click on any team icon on the map to see details for that team. Once you see a team you like, click "Join Team" and start playing games to support your team's chances at Altador Cup gold. 2) Can I change teams after I join? Once you join a team, you will play for that team through the Finals. You will not be able to switch to another team, so choose carefully. 3) What are practice rounds? Do practice scores count? First, practice rounds are the days leading up to the tournament when you can practice playing all of the Altador Cup games. Since these are practice rounds, the scores will not support your team, and you won't start earning any credits to use in the Altador Cup Prize Shop. You can, however, earn Neopoints for playing during the practice rounds. 4) Why is my team losing in the tournament, even though I win all my games? Each team's participation in the Altador Cup is a group effort. You may feel like you are winning lots of games, but others on your team may not be playing as much, or users on another team may be playing even more. 5) How can I tell how my team is performing? We will post daily results for the Yooyuball, Make Some Noise, Slushie Slinger, and Shootout Showdown match-ups, including the number of wins, losses, and draws. 6) How many scores can I submit? You can play and submit your score as many times as you like. All of the scores you send will count toward your team's point total, but make sure you take some time out to eat and sleep! 7) Can I earn Neopoints from playing the games in the Altador Cup? Yes. As a matter of fact, this year you will be awarded Neopoints for the first five scores you send per game each day. On the two tournament breaks, June 12th and June 30th, you'll be able to earn Neopoints for the first 10 scores you send per game on each day. After you've maxed out Neopoints in each game for the day during the tournament, you should still continue to submit your scores, because all the scores you send will count toward your prize shop points and your team's total! 8) Am I able to earn Altador Cup Prize Shop points and Neopoints, and contribute to my team scores at the same time? Yes. By playing any of the four games (Yooyuball, Make Some Noise, Slushie Slinger, or Shootout Showdown), you are able to earn Neopoints while simultaneously helping your team and storing prize shop points for later. 9) Do I have to play all four games (Yooyuball, Make Some Noise, Slushie Slinger, and Shootout Showdown)? It isn't required, but it's important for your team to win the match-ups across all four games, as all four games contribute to your team's standing in the tournament. If you only choose to play one or two games, you can still earn prize shop points and show off your personal stats. 10) Should I still submit my scores when I lose? Definitely! Every score counts, can earn you Neopoints (if you haven't maxed out for the day) and prize shop credits, and will support your team's overall performance. Any goals scored in a Yooyuball game -- whether you won, lost, or the game ended in a draw -- help your team, too. 11) How does the Rank System work? What is the Rank Badge? The Rank System is a way to acknowledge the incredible efforts of each player. Beginning on Wednesday, May 26th, your rank will increase depending on the number of games you play and points you score across each of the Altador Cup games. There are 21 levels to reach, from Beginner all the way up to All-Star. Each time you level up, your Rank Badge will change to notify you that you have advanced in your rank. If you've joined a team, you'll find your Rank Badge in the Altador Cup Games Room. Every player starts with a Rank Badge labeled "Beginner." Score enough points, and you could be an All-Star! 12) Will I get a prize for all my effort? If you participate in the Altador Cup in any way, you will receive points that you can exchange for prizes in the Prize Shop. Of course, the more you participate, the more points you'll earn. 13) When will I get my prizes? The Prize Shop will go up in the afternoon NST (or U.S. Pacific Time), Monday, July 5th. 14) Will I be able to use unused points from previous Altador Cups in the Prize Shop? No. Unfortunately, it is too late to redeem old points from previous Altador Cups now. 15) How long do I have to redeem my points in the Prize Shop? You have until the start of next year's Altador Cup to redeem your points for prizes. 16) What is the NC Challenge? The NC Challenge is a great way to win prizes while helping your team at the same time. For more information on the NC Challenge, visit the NC Challenge FAQ or Play the NC Challenge now. |
SunnyNeo's Additional Altador Cup FAQ
As TNT's FAQ does not answer all of your questions, SunnyNeo answers some more. If you have any additional questions not listed, please Neomail Chimp_Chicken_Fish with your Altador Cup queries.
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1) What is that cream X that keeps showing up when I go to shoot a goal?
Whilst we wait for TNT to reply with an official answer, here are a couple of theories: 1) It's a target marker for where to shoot the Yooyu - it works by double-clicking your mouse and it should shoot the Yooyu in that direction. 2) It's a target marker for the active player sprite (one of the four player characters you can control on the Yooyuball field, minus the goalkeeper) and they will run to the X wherever it is on the pitch. 2) What is the maximum number of times I can submit scores in a day? 301 times to send score in Yooyuball and Slushie Slinger (confirmation needed on the latter). 1201 times to submit scores in Make Some Noise and Shootout Showdown. 3) Can I skip the Yooyuball cutscene animations? Yes, just press the spacebar when the cartoon animations appear after a goal or own goal. 4) What happens if my team has already been ranked in last place, and the other teams go on to Finals etc. Can I still win prize points? All teams will advance into the Finals - no team drops out - but only those in the Top 4 can compete for 1st-3rd place. And whatever points you earn towards your own personal Altador Cup rank will still convert into prize shop points so regardless of where your team places in the final standings, you will still have points to spend if you have contributed to your team. So if it's the prize shop you want to spend points in, it's best earning as many points for your team as you can. |
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