Fast Don't Lie Gaming Magic: The Gathering Commander Tournament Rules and Terms

1. Introduction

Welcome to the FDL Magic: The Gathering Commander Tournament, a premium MTG experience hosted by Fast Don’t Lie Gaming. This document outlines the official rules and terms for participation. By registering, all players agree to follow these rules to help foster a fair, competitive, and enjoyable environment.

2. Tournament Format and Structure

Format: Commander (EDH)
Rounds: Swiss rounds based on player count, followed by a Top Cut.
Round Duration: 80 minutes, hard stop, no extra turns.
Scoring: Win: 5 points. Draw: 1 point

Top Cut Structure:

Players Rounds Cut
12 - 16 3  4
17 - 34 3 4
35 - 64 4 10
65 - 128 5 16
129 - 208 6 16
209 - 304 7 16
305 - 540 8 16
540+ 10 16

Tiebreakers: Win-loss record will be used for all tiebreaker decisions unless otherwise noted on the event page.

3. Entry Requirements

Entry Fee: Players must purchase either a Basic Entry or an optional Elite Entry (where available). Both grant entry to the tournament; Elite Entry includes additional perks and premium experiences.

Registration:

  • All players must register through the official registration form.
  • A valid Moxfield decklist link must be submitted before the event registration deadline listed on the event page.
  • Late entries will not be accepted.

4. Deck Requirements

Players may compete with one of the following:

  1. An official pre-constructed Commander deck released by Wizards of the Coast (WOTC), with no changes other than basic lands.
  2. A previous Anti-cEDH cEDH Club event-winning decklist, with no budget restrictions. Decklists must match the original list and be publicly verifiable.
  3. A custom-built deck that meets all of the following budget constraints:
    • Total deck value (including commander and lands) must not exceed $100.
    • No individual card (excluding basic lands) may exceed $3.00, based on the TCG Player Market Price for the cheapest non-foil English version at the registration deadline.

Deck Review & Legality:

  • All submitted decks will be reviewed after registration closes.
  • Players will be notified by the end of the following day if their deck is found to be ineligible.
  • Reasons for ineligibility may include:
    • Deck value or individual card price exceeding thresholds.
    • Cards on the official WOTC Commander Ban List.
    • Cards not officially printed by WOTC (e.g., proxies, customs, etc.)

Price Lock: Card legality is locked as of the registration deadline. Price spikes after that point will not disqualify submitted decks.

Corrections & Penalties: Players must replace or remove disqualifying cards before the event. Players found playing an illegal deck during the tournament may receive a round loss or full disqualification without a refund.

5. Proxies

Proxy rules vary by event. Please refer to the specific event page for details. Questions may be directed to the tournament organizer before registration.

6. Prizing

Prizing varies by event and may include:

  • Cash
  • Store credit
  • Exclusive merchandise
  • Collectibles

Full prizing details are posted on the event page. If player caps are reached, bonus prizes may be unlocked.

Note: Prizes are subject to change based on attendance and availability.

7. Player Conduct

All participants are expected to uphold respectful and sportsmanlike behavior at all times. Unsportsmanlike conduct, including harassment, cheating, or disruptive behavior, may result in removal from the event and forfeiture of prizes.

8. Disputes and Rulings

All disputes will be resolved by the event organizer or designated judge. All decisions are final and binding.

9. Rule Changes

FDL reserves the right to make adjustments to these rules at any time to maintain fairness or address unexpected situations. Any major changes will be announced publicly and communicated to all registered participants.

10. Liability Waiver

By participating, players agree not to hold Fast Don’t Lie Gaming or the venue responsible for any loss, damage, or injury incurred during the event.

11. Media Consent

By entering the event, players grant permission for their image, name, or likeness to be used in event photography, livestreams, or promotional materials.

12. Agreement to Terms

Submitting a registration for this tournament constitutes acceptance of these rules and terms.

13. Refund Policy

Refunds may be requested up to one week before the registration deadline.
To request a refund:

  • Email: refunds@fastdontlie.com
  • Subject line: Include event name and date
  • Late refund requests will not be accepted.