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Offline Heroes 3 Tournament
"Race for the Leader"[/SIZE]
1. To participate in the "Race for the Leader" offline tournament, you must register at www.heroesworld.ru and leave an application for participation in this thread.
Example:
I want to become a participant of the tournament.
Please register me for the tournament.


2. The tournament is held on the Russian version of Heroes 3: "The Shadow of Death" with patch 3.2. It is also possible to play on version 4.0 (from Buka's Platinum Collection). Saves will be generated on version 4.0.

Sequence of actions for participating in the tournament:
1. Download save.
2. The downloaded Save must be placed on your computer in the GAMES folder of the installed Heroes 3.
3. Load it (load via the campaigns menu) and start playing at any time convenient for you, while remembering to make daily saves (at the beginning and end of the day).
4. After completing the final action (which leads to victory), you must save again.
Note: The final save should only contain those heroes who participate in the mission, i.e., heroes required by the campaign plot. (There may be 2-3, depending on the specific mission). Other heroes must be DISMISSED. As an exception: It is permitted to leave ONE non-plot hero, but only if the non-plot hero performs the final action that leads to victory.
And another revised quote from Sage:
Everything is clearly written in the rules.
1. Only plot heroes move to the next mission (For example, for mini-tournament 1-1: Gem).
2. In addition to these heroes, in the final save you can leave 1 more hero, if this hero is needed to perform the winning action (attack on the last enemy hero/castle).
3. If you have plot heroes on the map in your save (For example, for mini-tournament 1-1: Gem) and one additional hero, then the sum of parameters will be calculated for that hero who has the higher value.
5. With the final save, describe this last step in detail (most likely a battle), so that the results can be processed faster and there will be fewer suspicions of cheating!!!
6. A full description of the tournament map is encouraged (optional). If such descriptions are provided, a contest for the best description will be held; 10 of them (the very best) will take their place of honor in the "Hall of Fame" section!
7. Provide this save to the tournament organizer.
8. Wait for the results.3. Tournament Concept: The tournament will be conducted across ALL campaigns of "The Shadow of Death".
The tournament will consist of 36 mini-tournaments (the total number of missions in the campaigns, i.e., 7 stages). For the first mini-tournament, a save will be generated for the first mission of the first campaign. Subsequent saves for the current mini-tournament will be generated from the save of the winner of the previous mini-tournament, and so on.
The winner of the current mini-tournament will be the player who has the maximum number of points according to the formula below. At the end of each tournament stage, a LEADER for that stage will be determined. And at the end of all 36 mini-tournaments, an ABSOLUTE LEADER of the tournament will be determined.

During the "Race for the Leader" tournament, participants will also be awarded points for each mini-tournament according to the following scheme (the winner of the mini-tournaments will be determined by this scheme):
1. A participant who has applied for the tournament will be given 0 starting points.
2. At the end of each mini-tournament, a participant will be awarded points for the mini-tournament according to the formula:
Points = ((Days_l + (0.5 * Params_p) / 396 + (0.25 * Mercury_p) / 200 + (0.125 * Gold_p) / 1000000 + (0.0625 * Castles_p) / 48) * 1000) / Days_p
Where:
Days_l – Number of days the leader spent completing the task of the current mini-tournament.
Days_p - Number of days the player spent completing the task of the current mini-tournament.
Params_p – Sum of hero parameters (attack, defense, magic, knowledge) INCLUDING EQUIPPED ARTIFACTS, accumulated by the player while completing the task of the current mini-tournament.
Mercury_p – Amount of mercury accumulated by the player while completing the task of the current mini-tournament.
Castles_p – Number of castles captured by the player while completing the task of the current mini-tournament.
Gold_p - Amount of gold remaining in the participant's "stash" while completing the task of the current mini-tournament.
3. Current points will be calculated as an average between the previous result and the current one.
Also, at the end of each mini-tournament, a Player Rating will be awarded.


4. The tournament starts on 01.11.2007. 21 days will be given for the completion of each mini-tournament (Break between mini-tournaments - 30 days). Saves are not accepted after a mini-tournament has ended. Only one final save is accepted from the player.
Results of the completed mini-tournament will be published one day before the start of the next mini-tournament.

5. The final save should be named according to the template: GL_Mini-tournament Number _Table Number_player nickname.CGM /Write the mini-tournament number with a hyphen/ (for example, GL_1-1_1_K0Lb@zzeR.CGM) and send it to K0Lb@zzeR's mailbox /Death to search bots looking for E-MAIL addresses/. And another earnest request: when sending saves, specify the name of the save itself in the subject line (for example: GL_1-1_1_K0Lb@zzeR.CGM)) so that the anti-spam bot does not accidentally delete your email.
Together with the sent save, you must provide a description of the final step (battle with a hero, battle for a castle, capturing an artifact, victory over the last monster) after which victory occurs or the scenario is completed.

6. Discussion of the tournament during its progress is FORBIDDEN!!!
(Players who violate this rule automatically exclude themselves from playing in the tournament; their results will not be counted and will be annulled).

7. Restrictions:
1. Forbidden: buying back your dismissed heroes on the same day (i.e., using the "dismissal-buyback" trick);
it is also forbidden to buy heroes who died in battle (do not confuse with those who fled)!

2. Forbidden: digging up the Grail without a fully opened puzzle map.

3. Forbidden: using cheat programs, codes, BUGs, as well as additional programs that can change the game structure.
The full list of tournament rules and BUGs can always be read here:
Offline Tournament Rules + FAQ
In case a week of "+5 monsters X" or a month of "monster X" occurs, the player must not replay the transition of the week/month.

8. In case of suspicion of cheating or other malicious intent while completing the map, a save must be made every game day.
In such a case (detection of cheating), the player will be required to send additional saves and provide a walkthrough description to the tournament organizer to determine whether the play was unfair or fair.
The result of a player who played unfairly is annulled, and their further participation in tournaments will be impossible. This will also reflect poorly on their reputation.

9. The use of two "automators" is permitted in the tournament:
1) Hero-digger
2) Ballista-killer Visual aid HERE.

After your save is received, you will see in the application table that:
save accepted (received by addressee) - by bold nickname
save with problems for verification and review - by italic red nickname
save counted - by underlined nickname
List of Tournament Participants
Tournament Participant Number
Tournament Participant Nickname
Rating for Last Stage
48
Перполькен
926.43
13
DARK_DRAGON
0
12
kj1313
273.52
80
Andrey44_44
0
26
Dirty_Player
956.74
81
Айвенго
0
82
Lexus_slk
0
83
~no1_knows_me~
0
84
Angel
0
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P.S. I wish all tournament participants a great time playing and, most importantly, VICTORY!

P.P.S. At the end of the tournament, certificates of honor and consolation prizes will be presented to the LEADERS for victory in the tournament stages. And the ABSOLUTE LEADER will receive a prize for winning this tournament.

View mini-tournament results HERE.
:smile13: [ТУРНИР] "Гонка за Лидером" :smile13:
:smile28: [M] "Я и моя тень" - "I am and my shadow" :smile28:
:smile16: "Быстрая смерть" - "Fast Death" :smile16:
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Dirty_Player;163535
I have a question. The rules state:

Does this ban apply to the entire subsequent game, or only to the day the hero was killed? This is the first time I've encountered the AI killing my hero.
P.S.: Please don't post your IMHO, but answer those who know for sure.
This ban applies to the entire game.

Good luck!
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The stage has been completed. The map is terrible... (in a good way). Anyway, I had some tea, thanks...
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I'm out of tea, so I'm sending the save file now!!! I've never spent so much time on a playthrough before!!! Crazy!!!!!!!!!!!

P.S.: If Dima's result turns out to be 3 times better, then exclude me from the tournament!!!!! :smile15:
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K0Lb@zzeR;164342
2 Vanechka, Dirty_Player:
The saves arrived :)

Added after 21 hours and 2 minutes
Uuuu... not many saves this time... the end is near, and only 3 saves have been submitted :(

I guarantee I'll submit a save; if I have time, I'll also submit one for Nymizida...

I'll sit down at the computer this weekend, make some tea, and play through it.
Всадник СМЕРТИ
- Смерть - судьба всех и каждого.

Очень Хаотичный Лидер Клана "Рыцари апокалипсиса"

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Kyle;160367
I am addressing you as the leader of the clan that Sniper93 belongs to:
1) This user is suspected of violating this rule: "It is forbidden to use cheating programs, codes, or additional programs that can change the game's structure"
2) Suspicions of unfair play arose with me and two other respected individuals, namely: VDV_forevor, AmberSoler
3) Will I receive answers to the private messages I sent to user Sniper93?

Therefore, until reasonable answers to the questions are received, I, as a simple forum user, strongly recommend: not including user Sniper93 in the tournament participants.

Sincerely.

Thank you for the clarification; it seems that since Sniper93 didn't respond here, the suspicions are well-founded.
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Hello everyone! I also sent my save file:D Today. I'm almost certain I'll take the honorable last place, because I'm a noob, I practically didn't do any scouting, and I completed it in one evening without any tactics. But the map was quite enjoyable)). I hope the save file was received? But in general, the main thing is participation!!:D
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The save has been received.
I am almost certain that I will take an honorable last place because I am a noob, I practically didn't do any scouting and generally completed the game in one evening without any tactics.
But it’s not a big deal; you can participate in Tournaments, and sooner or later, you will improve your gameplay. Below are links; read this information.
Help for beginners (Lectures).
/topic/3588/
/topic/3574/

Sincerely, K0Lb@zzeR.
:smile13: [ТУРНИР] "Гонка за Лидером" :smile13:
:smile28: [M] "Я и моя тень" - "I am and my shadow" :smile28:
:smile16: "Быстрая смерть" - "Fast Death" :smile16:
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Sent the save file... as promised. A terrifying map, I wonder how it can be beaten... waiting for Dmitry_AS to provide a walkthrough.
Всадник СМЕРТИ
- Смерть - судьба всех и каждого.

Очень Хаотичный Лидер Клана "Рыцари апокалипсиса"

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A terrifying map, I wonder how it's beaten...
Lately, I've been adding erythrodarbopoietin to my tea, as mentioned in a famous comedy show, just to "get a boost."
kj1313;166005

I'm waiting for a description from Dmitry_AS
I don't think it's worth anticipating events. Let's respect our opponents and wait for the tournament results. It's quite possible that I won't be the one writing the walkthrough...
DmitriyAS

Кто сильнее или шаблон для сравнения городов по силе.
Различие офф-лайна в Heroes II и Heroes III.
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I'm also curious how some people manage to complete these maps so quickly!
I'll answer. You need a little imagination, a little patience, and a little bit of magical tea :D
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I don't think it's worth anticipating events. Let's respect our opponents and wait for the tournament results. It's quite possible that I won't be the one writing the walkthrough…

No, you're wrong. I'm asking for a description from everyone who completed the game in X and X+1 days, where X is the day the mini-tournament winner finished. So, if you meet this criterion, you'll also need to provide a walkthrough. :)

Sincerely, K0Lb@zzeR.

Added 3 minutes later
P.S. Knowing your merits and service to the nation, I think you 100% meet this criterion, so you can start making a draft of the walkthrough.
:smile13: [ТУРНИР] "Гонка за Лидером" :smile13:
:smile28: [M] "Я и моя тень" - "I am and my shadow" :smile28:
:smile16: "Быстрая смерть" - "Fast Death" :smile16:
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K0Lb@zzeR;166450

And knowing your merits, before the motherland...

Thank you.
I'm concerned about the small number of submitted save files. The guys asked me what I thought about this tournament, but I wasn't ready to answer at the time due to a lack of information.
Now I can say that it's similar to the blitz tournament we held last year. Only the maps are a bit more challenging. Overall, I don't see any reason not to participate in at least one stage. Therefore, I'm a little surprised by the low activity of those who like to fight with swords and magic.
DmitriyAS

Кто сильнее или шаблон для сравнения городов по силе.
Различие офф-лайна в Heroes II и Heroes III.
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Dirty_Player;166433
I'll answer. You need a little imagination, a little patience, and a little magical tea :D
I specifically highlighted the important part of the reply... here it probably refers to the small chance when digging up a hero manually in the outer tavern, with a success rate of less than 1%.

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