MCR Black Belt Mahjong Tournaments Announcement

Get ready for the ultimate test of skill in our All Black Belt and Combined Black Belt Tournaments!

All Black Belt Tournament Details:

• Date: January 12th
• Start Time: 8 AM Pacific Time / 5 PM Budapest Time
• Format: 4 laps, each lasting an hour
• Participants: Exclusively for black belt MCR players
• Entry Fee: 500 coins

Combined Black Belt Tournament Details:

• Date: February 15th
• Start Time: 8 AM Pacific Time / 5 PM Budapest Time
• Format: Following the All Black Belt tournament
• Participants: Open to both brown and black belt players
• Special for Brown Belts: The first-place brown belt player will be promoted to black belt status, but brown belt participants are not eligible for prizes.
• Entry Fee: 500 coins

Black Belt Scoring Continuity:

Black belt players will carry over half of their scores from the All Black Belt Tournament to the Combined Black Belt Tournament.

Prize Distribution:

The prize pool consists of the gold coins collected from entry fees.

• First Prize: 50% of collected coins plus a One-Year VIP Membership
• Second Prize: 35% of collected coins
• Third Prize: 15% of collected coins

Rake Percentages:

• VIP Members: 0% rake
• Premium Members: 10% rake
• Free/No Subscription Players: 20% rake

Tournament Structure:

• Rounds: 4 per tournament
• Game Timer: 60 minutes
• Table Minimum Points: 8

Scoring and Ranking:

Points are awarded based on placements in each tournament. Cumulative points from both tournaments will determine overall rankings.

Tie-Breaking Rules:

If there's a tie in cumulative points, the player’s performance in the Combined Black Belt Tournament will be decisive. If a tie still remains, the number of individual game wins across both tournaments will determine who ranks higher.

Fair Play and Disqualification:

Repeated absences, disconnections, or unsportsmanlike behavior may lead to disqualification. Mahjong Time enforces rules for integrity and fairness.

Mark your calendars for January 12th and February 15th! Join us for an exhilarating Mahjong journey, compete for significant prizes, and strive for the prestigious titles. Good luck to all our black belt contenders!

American Mah Jongg Black Belt Tournaments Announcement

Prepare to showcase your mastery in the upcoming American Mah Jongg Black Belt Tournaments!

American Mah Jongg Black Belt Tournament Details (First Tournament):

• Date: January 12th
• Time: 9 AM Pacific Time (12 PM Eastern Time)
• Participants: Open to all black belt American Mah Jongg players
• Entry Fee: 500 coins
• Rounds: 4 per tournament

Second American Mah Jongg Black Belt Tournament Details:

• Date: February 15th
• Time: 9 AM Pacific Time (12 PM Eastern Time)
• Participants: Open to both brown and black belt American Mah Jongg players
• Brown Belt Eligibility: Brown belt players are not eligible for prizes. However, if a brown belt player wins this tournament outright, they will be promoted to black belt status.
• Entry Fee: 500 coins
• Rounds: 4 per tournament

Special VIP Gift:

In recognition of the skill and dedication of the top performers, the first three winners of the American Mah Jongg Black Belt tournament will receive a Special VIP Gift. This One-Year VIP Membership must be given to another player's account and cannot be redeemed by the winner for themselves, ensuring the spirit of sharing and community remains at the forefront.

Tournament Table Details:

• Table Name: American Mah Jongg Black Belt
• Game Timer: 55 minutes

Prize Distribution:

All prizes will be drawn from the pool of gold coins collected from entry fees.

• First Prize: 50% of collected coins
• Second Prize: 35% of collected coins
• Third Prize: 15% of collected coins

Scoring and Ranking:

Points will be awarded based on each player's placement, and cumulative points will determine the final standings. Additionally, half of the points earned in the first tournament will carry over to the second tournament, providing ongoing momentum as players vie for top positions.

Tie-Breaking Rules:

If a tie occurs in cumulative points, the player’s performance in the second tournament will determine the tiebreak outcome.

Fair Play and Disqualification:

Fairness and integrity are paramount. Any unsportsmanlike behavior will lead to disqualification.

Remember to mark your calendars: January 12th for the first all-black-belt tournament, and February 15th for the second tournament where brown belt players can also join in! Good luck to all participants!