04TACTICAL OPERATIONS
Official 1v1 challenge rules
Match settings, weapon restrictions, the best-of-three Gauntlet, and scoring.
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Match settings
- Mode: Free-for-All, Private Match.
- Players: 2 competitors.
- Default score limit: 30 kills; the final pistol round uses 20 kills.
- Time limit: 10 minutes.
- Map: a small or medium map agreed before the match.
- Radar: disabled.
- Health: standard.
- Health regeneration: normal.
- Aim assist: permitted under standard game settings.
- Crossplay: permitted.
Allowed weapons and mechanics
Assault Rifles, Submachine Guns, Pistols, standard weapon attachments, and normal movement mechanics are allowed.
Both players must use the same weapon category during each round.
Prohibited loadouts and equipment
- Shotguns, Sniper Rifles, Marksman Rifles, and Launchers.
- Riot Shields and melee-only loadouts.
- Explosive and tactical equipment.
- Killstreaks and Scorestreaks.
- Field Upgrades.
- Weapon exploits.
Combat rules
- No camping: do not deliberately remain in one position waiting for easy eliminations. Brief use of cover is permitted.
- No spawn trapping: do not intentionally exploit predictable spawns.
- No third-party assistance: only the two competitors may participate.
- No cheating: hacks, unauthorized modifications, and exploits are prohibited.
- No equipment spam: equipment is disabled.
- No stalling: actively engage in combat.
- No match disruption: do not deliberately leave, sabotage, or interrupt an official match.
The Reaper’s Gauntlet
Official competitive challenges use a best-of-3 format. The first player to win two rounds wins the match.
- Assault Trial: Assault Rifles only; first to 30 kills; radar disabled; standard health.
- Speed Trial: SMGs only; first to 30 kills; radar disabled; standard health.
- Final Judgment: Pistols only; first to 20 kills; radar disabled; standard health; no equipment or streaks.
Sudden death
If a round ends tied, restart with the same weapon category. The first player to 5 kills wins. Radar remains disabled; no streaks or equipment are allowed.
Fair play and disputes
- Both players must agree to settings before the match begins.
- A neutral host or referee is recommended.
- Report connection problems immediately.
- The event host reviews disputes.
- Harassment and personal attacks are prohibited.
- Good sportsmanship is required regardless of the result.
Ranked challenge scoring
Official ranked challenges may count toward the SHINIGAMI OPS 1v1 leaderboard.
- Victory: +3 points.
- Defeat: 0 points.
- Forfeit: a loss is recorded.
- Rule violation: warning, round loss, or disqualification depending on severity.
Repeated intentional violations may lead to suspension from organized 1v1 events.
Reaper Champion
The player holding the top leaderboard position earns the Reaper Champion title and may be challenged in an official best-of-3 match.
If the challenger wins, the champion title transfers to the challenger. This is a competitive achievement, not Discord moderation authority.
Enter the Arena. Earn Your Legacy.
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