RIZZASTERBuilding Contest Rules Design Note
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The contest rules need to be clear and consistent to ensure fairness and reduce the need for moderator intervention. We've chosen to use a simple, point-based scoring system that emphasizes creativity, structural integrity, and adherence to in-game guidelines. This approach allows participants to understand what is expected without needing to interpret vague or subjective criteria.
We've decided not to allow external materials or tools beyond what is normally available in the game. This keeps the contest fair and ensures that all participants are working with the same resources. It also aligns with the overall spirit of the server, which focuses on in-game skill and imagination rather than outside assistance.
Another key decision was to limit the contest to a single build per player per event. This prevents overwhelming the server with too many builds at once and ensures that each participant can focus on creating a quality piece rather than rushing to produce multiple entries. It also helps maintain a manageable workload for the moderators who will be reviewing submissions.
Finally, we’ve opted for a public voting phase combined with moderator evaluation to balance community involvement with objective judgment. This helps keep the contest engaging and ensures that the final results are both popular and well-crafted.