Game modes
Five ways
to compete.
The same reference, five different feelings: a sprint on a single piece, a tournament bracket, survival by rounds, a team fight and a battle of countries. Every piece is done live on silicone or latex and scored blind by judges.
One round
Classic
One piece, scored on three criteria.
2–64 artists · 1 round · about 4–7 days
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Tournament bracket
Groups
A group stage followed by playoffs.
from 4 artists · 3 rounds · about 10–17 days
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The arena shrinks
Battle Royale
The stronger half stays after every round.
from 4 artists · until the final: 2–6 · about 10–22 days
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Team scoring
Team vs Team
One piece per artist, a shared result for the team.
two equal teams · 1 round · about 4–7 days
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Team scoring
Battle of Countries
Teams by profile country, one reference for everyone.
from 2 countries · 1 round · about 5–8 days
Mode detailsWhich mode suits you?
Three questions and we will suggest a format.
Scale 1–5: our editorial description of how a mode feels, not part of the rules.
Compare modes
| Mode | Players | Rounds | New work every round | Scoring | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic | 2–64 | 1 | No, a single piece | Individual | 4–7 days |
| Groups | from 4 | 3 | Yes | Individual, bracket | 10–17 days |
| Battle Royale | from 4 | until the final (2–6) | Yes | Individual, survival | 10–22 days |
| Team vs Team | two equal teams | 1 | No, a single piece | Team + individual | 4–7 days |
| Battle of Countries | from 2 countries | 1 | No, a single piece | Countries + individual | 5–8 days |
Modes in short
Who chooses the mode?
The organizer proposes options and participants vote for the reference and the mode until voting ends. The winning option is locked at the start and does not change.
Can I play again?
Yes: every event is a separate game. The rating uses your last 20 completed, scored events, so new games refresh and improve your result.
How long does the work take?
Live machine work on silicone usually takes one to three or four hours plus preparation and shooting. That is why a submission window is 48–72 hours: you pick the time that suits you.
The next stroke is yours.
Pick an open event or create your own. Taking part, judging and organizing are free.