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Elimination does not erase history. Survivors change only when the server confirms the round.
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Battle Royale
The stronger half stays after every round.
In short: Battle Royale is a survival mode: after every round the better half of artists advances (on a tie at the cut, everyone with the passing score), until three artists or fewer remain for the final. Every round needs new work.
Intensity
Pace
Teamwork
- Players
- from 4 artists
- Judges
- from 2 independent
- Rounds
- until the final: 2–6
- Time
- about 10–22 days
How the game moves
- All eligible artists
- Best half survives
- New work each round
- Final of up to three
Elimination does not erase history. Survivors change only when the server confirms the round.
This diagram explains the rules. Participants, eligibility, deadlines and results come only from Arena.
Judge
Apply to an open event. Once approved, evaluate anonymous photos before the deadline; videos and work-to-author links stay hidden.
For judgesOrganizer
Prepare the reference and deadlines, approve independent judges. Verify work authenticity and confirm phase transitions on the server.
Create a competitionThe arena shrinks
How it feels
This is the most “game-like” mode: the arena shrinks before your eyes, and every round is a new chance to stay in or to see your name among the eliminated. The one who survives is not always the brightest but the most consistent.
Piece after piece, round after round, you build your own streak. Whoever reaches the final has been through a real arena: several live pieces on silicone, scored blind, with no room for a weak week.
Who it is for
For anyone who wants the feel of a real tournament and is ready to step into the arena many times.
- artists who love a competitive tempo
- communities and schools that want a live “season” for 8–32 people
- anyone building a streak of wins and certificates
Time
How a game goes
Circle 1 · everyone in the arena
All participants do one piece on the reference. Results stay hidden until judging ends.
48–72 h + judgingHalf survives
The better half by average score moves on. On a tie at the cut, everyone with the passing score stays.
when the round closesCircle 2…N · the arena shrinks
New work in every round. The organizer sets the windows in advance and takes time zones into account.
48–72 h + judgingFinal
When three artists or fewer remain, the final round decides the places.
last round
How points work
- Every round: the independent panel’s average total score, maximum 30.
- The better half advances (rounded up): for 8 artists — 4, then 2; for 16 — 8, 4, 2.
- Eliminated artists keep their participant certificate, and those who reach the pre-final earn semifinalist status.
An artist’s playbook
Play the series
Five confident pieces in a row beat one brilliant round and three weak ones.
Plan your workload
Each round is 2–3 hours at the machine on silicone plus preparation and shooting. Put them in your calendar in advance.
Do not depend on nights
If you live in another time zone, read the submission window in your own time and pick an evening for the work early.
Time
Duration calculator
Enter your numbers to get a schedule in your time zone and in a teammate’s.
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Frequently asked questions
How many rounds will there be?
It depends on the number of artists: 4 means two rounds, 8 means three, 16 means four, 64 means six.
What if I am eliminated?
You stay in the community: you can apply as a judge for the next event and follow the final.
Other modes
One round
Classic
One piece, scored on three criteria.
Mode details
Tournament bracket
Groups
A group stage followed by playoffs.
Mode details
Team scoring
Team vs Team
One piece per artist, a shared result for the team.
Mode details
Team scoring
Battle of Countries
Teams by profile country, one reference for everyone.
Mode detailsSpectators
Spectators can follow PMU Quest events without competing. If the creator enables the optional audience award for a new event, a separate 72-hour vote opens only after the official judges finalize the results. It never changes sporting places or craft ratings.
Watch PMU practice. Choose your favourite.Certificates
PMU Quest certificates are community practice awards tied to real completed events, artists or judges. A public proof records a specific result or contribution. It is not a diploma, accreditation, professional licence or medical qualification.
A practice result you can verify.The next stroke is yours.
Pick an open event or create your own. Taking part, judging and organizing are free.
Updated: October 2026