TOURNAMENT RULES

1. The competition is conducted thus:
   • There will be a number of 1-on-1 matches, to determine four finalists. Each match will use the same arena.
   • The final will be a single match between all four finalists, in a special arena.
   • The sole remaining program will be awarded first place, with the rankings of the other three dependent on who survives longest.

2. The heats are structured as follows:
   • Each entry will have two matches against every other entry.
   • From each match, the winner will receive a number of points equal to their remaining units.
   • The loser will receive no score for that match.

3. Additional conditions:
   • If a program does not return its data in time, all of its units WAIT.
   • If a program has a run-time error, its units WAIT until the end of the match.

4. The maps used in the competition will not be made available until after the competition is over, but the metrics will be publically available.

5. Some assumptions can be made about the maps used in the competition:
   1. Your team will start with between 10 and 50 units.
   2. The arena during tournament matches will not be larger than 50 x 50 units.
   3. The arena during the final will not be larger than 100 x 100 units
   4. The team placement will be the same for each match, but exact formation shape or dispersal will not be available.