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ozfortress Ultiduo returns with Ultiduo 16!
ozfortress' Ultiduo makes it's return during this off-season between Season 33 and Season 34 of our seasonal competitions! The 16th iteration of Ultiduo run by ozfortress, aptly named Ultiduo 16, will be a three day event. This time around we're making some important changes to not only the format, but schedule and competition length. Moving forward we are looking to slowly do-away with traditional one-night cups as you have experienced in the past, and move to tournaments that fill more time during the off-season, and give players something to look forward to in the off-seasons rather than just reforming their seasonal roster for the next season!
For Ultiduo 16, there will be two skill brackets, Division 1 and Division 2. There will be two Group Stages days, Day 1 will be for Division 2 on Sunday the 24th of April, with Day 2 being for Division 1 on Monday the 25th of April. Day 3 will be the Playoffs for both skill brackets, on Tuesday the 26th of April. Make sure to check the Schedule linked at the bottom of the tournament page.
Group Stages will be using the Swiss system, with Playoffs using either Page Playoffs or Single Elimination depending on the amount of teams that sign up. Expect the Swiss Group Stages to feature five matches with decent breaks in-between. Expected match duration for each game is around 10-20 minutes max, so we have allowed for more time in-between than in the past and also allowed time for teams to book their own servers and play.
All Swiss Group Stage matches will be played as a Best-of-1 on the new ultiduo_ozf_r, and all Playoffs matches will be played as a Best of 3, also on ultiduo_ozf_r.
We will be using a newer version and retheme of the original koth_ultiduo_r_b7, updated and rethemed by skaz! Be sure to checkout ultiduo_ozfortress_r when it becomes available to download!
You can sign up for ozfortress Ultiduo 16 from now (Sunday the 17th of April) up until Friday the 22nd of April 2022 at 11:59PM AEST. We aim to have seeding out by Saturday the 23rd of April (at the latest) with the tournament starting on the 24th of April.
[Sign up to Ultiduo 16!]
Match Procedure
When each round starts, matches will be generated. Teams will need to communicate who will be booking the server, with the base expectation that the Home team will book the server (see the Bookable Servers category below for more information on this). Teams will need to both load the map, and execute the config before playing. We have allowed for extra time between matches, but the scheduling will still be fairly tight.
Please start each game as soon as possible as there is a tight schedule for the Group Stages and Playoffs. If the other team has not shown up five minutes after the server has been booked, message an administrator to claim your forfeit win.
After the match is over, please submit / confirm the scores IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE MATCH IS OVER. Posting of logs is not mandatory but logs will be used for solving disputes.
Bookable Servers
Server booking can be done via the ozfortress discord once again, praise be to the almighty Reginald. Simply join the #bookings channel in the ozfortress Discord and type /booking create, follow the prompts and details of your server booking will be DM'd to you. You can also book a server via Qixalite's Discord, using their #tf2-booking channel, and execute the same commands to change the map and config.
Using your bookable server
Changing the map to ozfortress Ultiduo map:
rcon changelevel ultiduo_ozf_rExecuting the Ultiduo config on your bookable server:
rcon ozf-ud-ultiduo
These commands will work on both ozfortress and Qixalite servers.
How to; Create a Team, Join a Team, and Sign up!
On the ozfortress website, captains can create Teams using the "Start Team" button on the Teams page. Once created, captains can invite players to the team. Team invites are shown on a player's profile, which can be accessed by clicking on your name next to the bell on the top right-hand corner of your screen. Teams provide a pool of players that can be signed up for a tournament. Players may be in the pool for multiple teams but only one active roster for any given tournament. Captains may sign up a roster for tournaments under the league page.
If you're new and not sure how to get started, don't fret! Check out the #recruitment section of the ozfortress Discord where you can express your interest in joining a team, or peruse potential players to form a team of your own. Teams are normally comprised of one Medic, one Demoman, two Soldiers and two Scouts. If you're new to the competitive scene, click here for an introduction to ozfortress!
Once you've signed up your team or have joined one, your part is done. Don't worry if you didn't find or join a team in time, you can always be transferred onto a team in one of the Transfer Windows. See the Transfers link for more info on Transfers, and the Transfers Window link for info on when these windows are, both links can be found at the bottom.
Please ensure you have enough backups to last the season; teams are allowed a maximum of ten players rostered on for any single tournament.
Reminders
- During Ultiduo 16, we plan on monitoring to ensure players are recording demos. Please ensure that you are recording match demos in order to avoid punishment.
- If you are unsure on whether or not something is considered a game exploit, contact a League Administrator for clarification. Ignorance is not an excuse.
Helpful Links
[Map Download] [Schedule] [FAQ] [Whitelist / Unlocks]
[Administrators] [Server Configuration] [Rules]
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FAQ
Will there be medals/badges?
Sadly, there will not be badges for Ultiduo 16.What is the format of Ultiduo 16?
Ultiduo 16 will be held over three (3) days, Sunday 24th and Monday 25th of April will be the Group Stages, with Tuesday 26th of April being the Playoffs. The Group Stages days will be for each division, with the lower division playing on Sunday, and the higher division playing on Monday. The Group Stages will be conducted using Swiss, with Playoffs making use of either Single Elimination or Page Playoffs depending on the amount of signups.Are we allowed substitutes or mercenaries?
No, both substitute players and mercenaries will not be allowed for the event. If one player on the team becomes unavailable, please contact an administrator as soon as possible, and preferably before the tournament starts.How long can pauses last for?
Pauses for this tournament must not last longer than three minutes. If there are any complications, contact your bracket's administrator.The other team isn't showing up, what do I do?
If the team is more than 5 minutes late, contact your bracket's administrator to claim a forfeit win.How do we get servers?
You will be able to book a game server via either the ozfortress Discord's #bookings channel or the Qixalite Discord's #tf2-booking channel.What is the maximum amount of players per team?
As the name Ultiduo implies, you can only have two rostered players. In the event of needing to replace a player, one will need to be removed.Will there be a third place / bronze match?
Initially we weren't going to, but we have opted to hold a Bronze match as it being decided off of the Semi's match would not be great.Can we forfeit a match during the Group Stages or Playoffs?
Forfeits are the same as the regular season - on the second forfeit a team will be removed.
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SCHEDULE
GROUP STAGES DAY 1
DIVISION 2 - SUNDAY 24TH APRIL | SWISS
7:00PM - Round 1
7:30PM - Round 2
8:00PM - Round 3
8:30PM - Round 4
9:00PM - Round 5
GROUP STAGES DAY 2
DIVISION 1 - MONDAY 25TH APRIL | SWISS
7:00PM - Round 1
7:30PM - Round 2
8:00PM - Round 3
8:30PM - Round 4
9:00PM - Round 5
Each match should last no longer than 20 minutes, even with pauses.
PLAYOFFS DAY 3
BOTH SKILL DIVISIONS - TUESDAY 26TH APRIL | SINGLE ELIMINATION
7:00PM - Playoffs Round 1 - Quarter Finals
8:00PM - Playoffs Round 2 - Semi Finals
9:00PM - Playoffs Round 3 - Grand Final / Bronze Final match
We expect each Best of 3 Playoffs round to last no longer than 45 minutes, and have allowed for 15 minutes extra for issues or late games. Please do not leave games until last minute to play.
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ozfortress administrators are responsible for the smooth running of the ozfortress competitions. Remain in constant contact with them regarding team issues and potential delays. They are also available to clarify anything about the rules or procedures of ozfortress competitions.
The best way to get in contact with an administrator is in the #admin-support channel on Discord. Click the Discord logo below to join our Discord.
That title looks nothing but foreboding, but at the conclusion of 2022, the new RSL (Respawn League for short) administration brought some concerns about the future and continuation of RSL to me, and in wanting to keep Highlander alive in the region (a project I set out on in mid-late 2018), I jumped at the chance. I know the stigma around Highlander in Australia but rest assured, with both administrations working together, full-steam ahead, we’ll be ready to bring a true revival to the classic Community Highlander some of our older players may remember.
So what are we calling this then? Well, I am glad you asked! Say hello to the ozfortress Highlander Revival. Whilst it is a very simple name, we feel it sells our goals and ambitions for Highlander. Working together with RSL’s administration team, we have managed to set up and secure prizes, including a monetary prize pool and some other rewards. Along with these, we have managed to prepare the season info in just under two weeks, and have a season ready for you to be playing, with signups open now and the season starting Monday 11th of April.
While it’s not quite the direction we were aiming to take 2022, we are thrilled to be working with a larger team towards delivering the best Australian Team Fortress 2 experience possible. Stay keen-eyed for more details regarding this and off-season tournaments post Season 33 of our 6v6 format.
Kind Regards,
The ozfortress and Respawn League administration teams.
SIGNUP NOW
The voting threads for the end of season awards have now been posted! The votes must be sent through to chimes (chimes#0002) or ants (a team of ants in their prime#3881) in a Discord DM using the correct formatting by Friday the 8th of April 2022 at midnight by every team captain. Failing to do this will prevent your votes from counting.
Only captains to vote. Please submit with 3 votes for EVERY category. You only have to do the division your team participated in.
Premier Votes
Intermediate Votes
Main Votes
Open Votes
How to vote:
Captains shall select three options and put them in order from highest vote to lowest vote using the following template. The first name will receive three votes, the second will receive two votes and the third will receive one vote. Voting for your own team mates is not allowed, regardless of award.
Important formatting - you must copy paste your vote EXACTLY, and separate votes using commas. Again I am using an automated script to process these votes, and incorrectly imputed votes may not be counted!
Your team name:
Your team division: OpenBest Combo Scout: first place vote, second place vote, third place vote
Best Demoman:
Best Flank Scout:
Best Medic:
Best Pocket:
Best Roamer:
Best Utility:
Friendliest Team:
Most Improved Player:
Most Improved Team:
Most Valuble Player:
Best Dressed Team:
Best Caster:
Captains shall select three options and put them in order from highest vote to lowest vote using the following template. Voting for your own team mates is not allowed.
Your completed template should look like this (with the correct players on their classes, the same players have been used for each award in this example for simplicity) without the point allocations after each player name:
Your team name: Your Team Here
Your team division: Your Division HereBest Combo Scout: /dev/zero (3 points), wiggin (2 points), obla (1 point)
Best Demoman: /dev/zero, wiggin, obla
Best Flank Scout: /dev/zero, wiggin, obla
Best Medic: /dev/zero, wiggin, obla
Best Pocket: /dev/zero, wiggin, obla
Best Roamer: /dev/zero, wiggin, obla
Best Utility: /dev/zero, wiggin, obla
Friendliest Team: Team Immunity, Jasmine Tea, Salt Free Gaming
Most Improved Player: /dev/zero, wiggin, obla
Most Improved Team: Team Immunity, Jasmine Tea, Salt Free Gaming
Most Valuble Player: /dev/zero, wiggin, obla
Best Dressed Team: Team Immunity, Jasmine Tea, Salt Free Gaming
Best Caster: The Heavy, The Demoman, The Scout
Important formatting - you must copy paste your vote EXACTLY, and separate votes using commas. Again I am using an automated script to process these votes, and incorrectly imputed votes may not be counted!
The votes must be sent through to chimes (chimes#0002) or ants (a team of ants in their prime#3881) in a Discord DM using the correct formatting by Friday the 8th of April 2022 at midnight by every team captain. Failing to do this will prevent your votes from counting.
How voting is calculated
We will use instant runoff voting to calculate the results.
The following players and teams are nominated for awards:
Best Combo Scout: Boo, EclypH, Miffy, beefs, lachlan
Best Demoman: Avo, Conner, Gorgon, Kurt, bambi
Best Flank Scout: Wasteman, brownie, capy, courtesy, shneersh
Best Medic: DuskDTN, Hana, Hef, Sunfish, yellow
Best Pocket: Channy, Freaky, Revan, Wackel, mal
Best Roamer: 7Buggs, Oatiz, Posse and Almonds, SEGA Bass Fishing, Skunde
Best Utility: Miffy, Rockey, Scrubsy, brownie, lachlan
Friendliest Team: ALT F4, Avos Cados, Posse Pounders, The Low Open Theory, cheap vs expensive
Most Improved Player: Freaky, Golden Terrestrial, SEGA Bass Fishing, Skunde, Xstroyer
Most Improved Team: ALT F4, Avos Cados, Posse Pounders, The Low Open Theory, cheap vs expensive
Most Valuble Player: 7Buggs, Avo, Boo, Channy, Conner, DuskDTN, EclypH, Freaky, Golden Terrestrial, Gorgon, Hana, Hef, Kurt, Miffy, Oatiz, Posse and Almonds, Revan, Rockey, SEGA Bass Fishing, Scrubsy, Skunde, Sunfish, Wackel, Wasteman, Xstroyer, bambi, beefs, brownie, capy, courtesy, lachlan, mal, shneersh, yellow
Best Dressed Team: ALT F4, Avos Cados, Posse Pounders, The Low Open Theory, cheap vs expensive
Best Caster: Luggnuts, Elmo, RRLUCKY, snazzy, quid, deft, starb$, enrith, ayr, ory, seinfeld, micolash, fryd0g, Tesla, Brady, core
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