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Esports
5 players
indoor
computer, monitor, mouse
10 essential rules
League of Legends (LoL) is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game developed by Riot Games. In competitive play, two teams of five players each compete on the Summoner's Rift map. The objective is to destroy the opposing team's Nexus, a structure located in their base.
Gaming PC meeting minimum tournament specifications (set by tournament organizer); Monitor: minimum 144Hz refresh rate, 24-27 inch display; Mouse and keyboard (players may bring their own peripherals)
All competitive matches are played on the Summoner's Rift map.
Each team consists of 5 active players and up to 2 substitutes; Standard roles: Top Laner, Jungler, Mid Laner, Bot Laner (ADC), Support; Coaching staff may communicate with players only during designated breaks
Teams alternate banning champions (5 bans per team, 10 total); Ban phase: 3 bans each → 3 picks each → 2 bans each → 2 picks each; No champion may be picked or banned by both teams
A team wins by destroying the enemy Nexus. There is no time limit; games continue until one Nexus is destroyed or a team surrenders.
Match fixing: Arranging or attempting to influence match outcomes — permanent ban; Cheating: Using unauthorized software, exploits, or information — suspension to permanent ban; Account sharing: Playing on another player's account — suspension
Maximum daily practice hours may be mandated by regional league regulations; Teams must provide adequate rest periods during multi-day events; Players have access to sports psychologists and support services
Performance-enhancing substances (e.g., Adderall without prescription) are prohibited; Random drug testing may be conducted at major events; Violations result in suspension and potential prize money forfeiture
Unsportsmanlike conduct: Taunting, BM (bad manners), or disruptive behavior — warning to fine; Harassment: Directed abuse toward players, officials, or fans — fine to suspension; Social media violations: Leaking confidential information, hate speech — fine to suspension
Teams alternate banning champions (5 bans per team, 10 total); Ban phase: 3 bans each → 3 picks each → 2 bans each → 2 picks each; No champion may be picked or banned by both teams
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