Tournament Rules and Regulations

1. Introduction

These tournament rules apply to HATSUNE MIKU: COLORFUL STAGE! (including Japanese, English (Global), Korean and Traditional Chinese versions) provided by SEGA Corporation and Colorful Palette Inc. The following rules and regulations govern the eligibility, format, and other rules for the online domestic Qualifier rounds and online international Qualifier rounds (hereinafter referred to as “Online Qualifier Rounds” or “Qualifier Rounds”), as well as the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and Grand Final (hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Main Tournament”) of COLORFUL STAGE! World Championship 2024 Spring powered by Weiβ Schwarz (hereinafter referred to as the “Tournament”) (including any related notes and other related matters, this Tournament Rules and Regulations shall be referred as to the “Rules”).
This English version is applicable to users of the Global Version (HATSUNE MIKU COLORFUL STAGE!). In the event of any discrepancies between the English and Japanese versions, unless otherwise specified, the Japanese version shall prevail.

This Tournament will be operated by SEGA Corporation, Colorful Palette Inc., and third parties designated by these companies (hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Operation Team”).
The Operation Team will conduct the Tournament in accordance with the Rules and will have the sole and final right to interpret and apply the Rules, as well as to make rulings in the event of any matter not covered by the Rules or in the event that the application of the Rules would result in a significant lack of fairness.
All dates and times stated herein are Japan Standard Time (JST) unless otherwise specified.

2. Participation Eligibility

In order to enter this Tournament, players who wish to participate (hereinafter referred to as “Players”) must meet the following eligibility requirements:

*1: Please be aware that during the entire Tournament, the Players themselves or their parents/guardians are responsible for taking care of their valuables, and the Operation Team shall not be held responsible for the loss or damage of their belongings.
*2: By entering this Tournament, Players agree that they fully understand and agree to abide by the Rules and any rules or Tournament proceeding procedures specified separately by the Operation Team.
*3: Players who have been provided with uniforms or equipment by sponsors, either individually or by their teams, are not permitted to wear or use them in the Main Tournament unless they receive prior approval in a manner specified by the Operation Team.
*4: If a Player in the Main Tournament resides outside the Tokyo metropolitan area (Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, Saitama, Chiba, Kanagawa, and Yamanashi prefectures), the Operation Team will cover the transportation and accommodation expenses for one Player (including one accompanying guardian in the case of a participating minor).
*5: The Operation Team will cover the accommodation expenses for one Player in the Main Tournament, even if the Player lives in the Tokyo metropolitan area (Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, Saitama, Chiba, Kanagawa, and Yamanashi prefectures), if the Player wishes to stay overnight.
*6: If an overseas Player advances to the Main Tournament, the Operation Team will cover the travel, transportation, and accommodation expenses (for one Player) for the number of days of stay deemed necessary by the Operation Team for the Player to participate in the Main Tournament. If the Player is a minor or if the Operation Team deems it necessary, the cost for one accompanying parent or guardian will also be covered.
*7: In the event that a Player who has advanced to the Main Tournament is unable to participate for some reason, the top Player eliminated in the online Qualifier rounds will, in principle, be moved up to the next round. If there is more than one top-ranked Player, the Operation Team will make a fair selection. However, depending on the timing and reason for withdrawing from the Tournament, there is a possibility that no other Player will be moved up.
*8: No changes to the Tournament schedule requested for the convenience of Players will be accepted. If a Player who has qualified for the Main Tournament is unable to participate, the Player in question will be considered to have abstained or been disqualified.
*9: The Tournament schedule may be changed at the discretion of the Operation Team in the event of unavoidable delays due to large-scale communication problems or for other reasons related to Tournament operations.
*10: In order to prevent Players from arbitrarily changing languages, Players shall, in principle, participate in the online Qualifier rounds in the version distributed in their own region of residence. If a Player wishes to participate in the Tournament by playing a version of the game different from the version distributed in his/her region of residence, they must declare this at the time of entry (e.g., if a Japanese national residing overseas wishes to participate in the overseas Qualifier rounds by playing the Japanese version, or a foreign national residing in Japan wishes to participate in the Qualifier rounds by playing the Global version). In such cases, the Operation Team will designate the online Qualifier rounds according to the region of residence.

3. Tournament Format

The Tournament consists of four parts: the online Qualifier rounds and the Main Tournament consisting of the Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and Grand Final.
The Tournament must be entered by individual players (“Players”) on the Tournament entry website, and each Player must participate in the online Qualifier rounds, Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and Grand Final themselves. However, if the Player is a minor, they must obtain permission from a parent, guardian, or other legal representative before entering the event.

(Device and Environment)
In the online Qualifier rounds, Players will participate online from their own homes or other locations with a good playing environment, including the Internet, on their own devices.
In the Quarterfinals and later rounds, the Players will gather at an event site in the Tokyo area for the offline Tournament.
In principle, Players will be asked to play on their own devices in the Main Tournament. However, in the event of a poor connection to the transmission equipment, the Operation Team may, at its discretion, ask Players to play on a device provided by the Operation Team.

(Tournament Format)
The top 12 finalists from the Second Online Round of the Japanese online Qualifier rounds will advance to the Quarterfinals.
In the international online Qualifier rounds, four Players selected by the Operation Team for each version of the game (English, Korean, and Traditional Chinese) from the top scorers in the Second Online Round, respectively, will advance to the Quarterfinals.
The Quarterfinals of the Tournament Division will be held for a total of 25 Players, including 24 Players who have passed the Second Online Round and KAN, the winner of the COLORFUL STAGE! Championship 2023 Spring, as a seeded Player.
From the Quarterfinals onward, the Tournament will be played in an irregular Tournament format with seeded Players targeted according to the rankings of the opposing blocks, as shown in the diagram below.
*1: For the international Qualifier rounds, score results are an important reference factor for advancing to the Quarterfinals, but please note that the top scorers are not necessarily guaranteed a place in the Quarterfinals due to possible restrictions imposed by laws and regulations in each country.

(Quarterfinals)
Players will be divided into groups of 5. The first-place winner of each group will advance to the Semifinals (upper bracket).
The second-place winner in each group will advance to Semifinals Round 2 (lower bracket). Players finishing third or lower in each group will be eliminated.
(Semifinals)
The top three finishers in Semifinals Round 1 (upper bracket) will advance to the Grand Final, while the bottom two finishers will be Targeted to Semifinals Round 3 (lower final).
The top three finishers in Semifinals Round 2 (lower bracket) will advance to Semifinals Round 3 (lower final). The bottom two Players will be eliminated.
The top two finishers in Semifinals Round 3 (lower final) will advance to the final (Grand final).
(Grand final)
The top three Players from Semifinals Round 1 (upper bracket) and the top two Players from Semifinals Round 3 (lower final) will be the top five Players in the Tournament.
The Grand Final will determine the winner.

(About the winners)
For the Tournament Division, there will be one winner, one runner-up, one third-place winner, one fourth-place winner, and one fifth-place winner.
In addition, if a penalty is discovered after the final ranking has been determined, that competitor's prize may be withdrawn and the most recently placed lower-ranked competitor may be moved up. If there is more than one lower-ranked Player, the Operation Team will discuss how to handle the situation. Please note that Players will not be moved up from the online Qualifier rounds.

3.1 Tournament Entry

Entry into the online Qualifier rounds is done by submitting an entry form on the entry site designated by the Operation Team.
The entry period for the Tournament is from 12:00 PM on January 11, 2024 (Wsdnesday) until 12:00 PM on January 22, 2024 (Monday). (JST, same as below)

1. Entries for this Tournament shall be made on the entry website (“the Entry Site”) operated by JCG Corporation (NBF Toyosu Canal Front 5F, 5-6-52 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo, Japan), the consignee of this Tournament.
2. The Tournament is open to anyone who satisfies 2. Eligibility of the Rules, free of charge, by submitting a Tournament entry.
3. To enter the Tournament, you will need to register as a member of the Entry Site.
4. Please make sure that you meet the requirements of 2. Eligibility before entering the Tournament.
5. There is no limit to the number of applicants for entry into this Tournament.
6. Only one account per Player is allowed to compete in this Tournament. If the Operation Team confirms that a Player has entered multiple accounts, that Player will be disqualified along with all of their accounts.
7. The following items must be registered at the time of entry to this Tournament:
1. Full name (real name)
2. In-game Player name (with Roman Alphabet if written in other than English)
3. Email address
4. Gender
5. Nationality/Region of residence
6. Device type
7. Type of connection used
8. Device charging cable type
9. Player ID in the game
10. Tournament history for this game

8. As a rule, registered information cannot be changed after the completion of this Tournament entry. Please be careful not to make any input errors.
9. Personal information such as name and e-mail address will be used to verify your identity and to communicate with you.
10. All personal information provided at the time of Tournament entry will be used only for the purposes specified in this agreement and will be properly managed by JCG, Inc.
11. Tournament entries must be made by the Player themself.
12. Players who are not 18 years of age or older (date of birth is after January 11,2006) as of the start date of entry for this Tournament (January 10,2024) may enter this Tournament, but if they qualify for the Quarterfinals, they must submit to the Operation Team, by the deadline set by the Operation Team, a parental participation agreement signed or sealed by a legal representative, and documents confirming the account for prize money transfer (in the Player's name) must be submitted to the Operation Team by the deadline set by the Operation Team, with all documents signed or sealed, and without defect. In addition, one parent or guardian will be required to accompany the Player throughout the Tournament in accordance with the instructions of the Operation Team. Handwritten signatures or rubber stamps will not be accepted after entry into the Tournament. Failure to properly comply with these instructions may result in disqualification at the discretion of the Operation Team.

3.2 Tournament Mode

The modes used are as follows.
・Online qualifiers (domestic and international): In Solo Show under Shows, select a song on the song selection screen, then switch to competition mode and play the song.
・Main Tournament: Co-op Show exclusively for the Tournament *Special competition rules apply.

3.3 Prizes and awards

The total prize pool and prizes for this Tournament are as follows:
・Tournament Division
Winner (1 person): 500,000 JPY, in-game title
Runner-up (1 person): 100,000 JPY, in-game title
Third place (1 person): 50,000 JPY, in-game title
Fourth place (1 person): 50,000 JPY, in-game title
Fifth place (1 person): 50,000 JPY, in-game title
Semifinalists (5 people other than those above): In-game title
Quarterfinalists (15 people other than those above): In-game title
*If the prize winner is an underage Player, the prize money will not be paid to them, and will instead be transferred to their parent or guardian.
*In-game titles are titles granted within the game.

*Prize money will be transferred by the end of May 2024. In-game titles will also be granted by the end of May 2024.

If an overseas Player wishes to receive their prize money in a currency other than Japanese yen (JPY), the amount paid shall be calculated according to the closing exchange rate on the day before the day when the Operation Team executes the remittance for the payment of the prize money.
The exchange rate will be calculated based on the rates posted on the following website.
http://www.murc-kawasesouba.jp/fx/past_3month.php

3.4 Withdrawal

(1) In principle, a Player may withdraw from participation in the Tournament at any time up to three (3) days prior to the starting date of the Main Tournament (the date of the Quarterfinals). However, if a Player withdraws less than three (3) days prior to the start of the Main Tournament, the Operation Team may impose a penalty or penalties on the Player's participation in the next and/or subsequent competition(s).
(2) Prizes and awards for this Tournament shall be awarded in accordance with the final standings. Any Player who withdraws before the final standings have been determined shall not be eligible to receive any prizes or awards. However, the Operation Team may, at its sole discretion, offer prizes or awards to the absent Player if the reason for their withdrawal was unavoidable and difficult to foresee, or if the Operation Team deems it to have been necessary.

4. Competition Environment

This section defines the environment in which Players will compete in this Tournament.

4.1 Device used (online qualifier)

(1) Please prepare your own device (smartphone or tablet).
(2) Players must update the application to the latest version available on the day of the competition.
(3) Recommended specifications for the device are as follows.
(Android)
Android 8.0 or later, Snapdragon 845 equivalent or higher, , 4 GB or more memory (RAM)
(iOS)
A device released with iOS 11 or later; an iPhone 11 or later
(4) Language settings shall be freely selectable at the discretion of the Player.
(5) The Player’s volume and brightness settings can be changed.
(6) Non-slip mats, screen protection films, gloves, taping, and/or anything that protects the Player’s fingertips may be used.
(7) Peripheral equipment (electrical converters, headphones, etc.) will not be provided by the Operation Team for the Main Tournament. Please bring your own headphones or earphones.
(8) The use of accessories other than those listed above is prohibited in the Main Tournament. Liquids and powders (baby powder, creams, etc.) applied to the hands, rain covers and covers external to the device being used, touch pens, anything that holds the elbow at an angle, and phone stands are also prohibited.
(9) Use of the iPhone’s Switch Control, zoom functions, and/or other functions that manipulate the screen through device settings is prohibited.

(10) Access guides may be used.
(11) The Operation Team shall not be responsible for any malfunctions or issues caused by the participant's own device that interferes with his/her/their play.

4.2 Network connection (online qualifying)

(1) Internet connection fees for entry and gameplay are the responsibility of the Player.
(2) The Operation Team shall not be held responsible for any issues during play caused by a network malfunction or similar problem.

4.3 Devices (Main Tournament)

In order to ensure a uniform playing environment and prevent cheating, Players shall be required to install a Tournament-specific application on the device they bring with them to play in the Main Tournament.
Be sure to have at least 2 GB of free space on your device for the installation of this Tournament-specific application.
In order to check the play environment, there will be time provided to play using the dedicated Tournament app before the start of the Main Tournament.
The Operation Team shall be responsible for installing the Tournament-specific application. From the standpoint of confidentiality and client tampering, the devices used in the Main Tournament can only be used in locations designated by the Operation Team. Please note that Players who use a device for other, personal uses may be restricted from using that device.
The Operation Team reserves the right to penalize anyone who uses a device with a Tournament-specific application installed on it, or who uses, photographs, or duplicates a Tournament-specific application without prior permission.

(1) Please prepare your own device (smartphone or tablet).
(2) Recommended devices are as follows.
(Android)
Android 8.0 or later, Snapdragon 845 equivalent or higher, 4 GB or more memory (RAM)
(iOS)
A device released with iOS 11 or later; an iPhone 11 or later
(3) Language settings shall be freely selectable at the discretion of the Player.
(4) The Player’s volume and brightness settings can be changed.
(5) Use of zoom functions is prohibited.
(6) Non-slip mats, screen protection films, gloves, taping, and/or anything that protects the Player’s fingertips may be used. However, these are permitted only if they do not adversely affect or damage the devices of other Players.
(7) Peripheral equipment (electrical converters, headphones, etc.) will not be provided by the Operation Team. Please bring your own headphones or earphones.
(8) No accessories other than those listed above may be brought in or used. Liquids and powders (baby powder, creams, etc.) applied to the hands, rain covers and covers external to the device being used, touch pens, anything that holds the elbow at an angle, and phone stands are also prohibited.
(9) Use of the iPhone’s Switch Control and/or other functions that manipulate the screen through device settings is prohibited.
(10) Use of access guides is permitted.
(11) The Operation Team shall not be responsible for any malfunction or other problem caused by the participant's own device that interferes with their play.
(12) The operation of the device to be used may be checked by the Operation Team at their discretion. If a Player’s device is deemed unfit for use by the Operation Team, the Player shall use a device provided by the Operation Team.
(13) In the event that a device brought by a Player malfunctions, the Player shall use a terminal provided by the Operation Team.
(14) The Operation Team shall not be responsible for a Player’s loss in the event of a malfunction or problem caused by a loaned device.
(15) If it is suspected that a malfunction caused by a loaned device or any other cause has resulted in an unintended competitive advantage, the Operation Team may, at its sole discretion, declare the match in question a forfeited match.
(16) In order to download the development environment, the Tournament’s Operation Team will request the removal of any site URLs and the browsing history of sites visited. Players shall promptly comply upon receipt of such request.

4.4 Network connection (Main Tournament)

(1) Only a network connection (wired or Wi-Fi) provided by the Operation Team may be used in the Main Tournament.
(2) When using a device with a carrier connection, Players must turn off the carrier connection on the device before playing.
(3) In the event that the Operation Team determines that a network connection malfunction or other problem has interfered with play, the game may be replayed at the sole discretion of the Operation Team.
(4) Starting from the Quarterfinals, a penalty may be levied for using a connection other than that provided by the Operation Team.

4.5 Client

(1) In the online qualifiers, the latest version of the game as of each date and time shall be used for play (if an update is made during the qualifying period, the updated version shall be used, unless otherwise instructed by the Operation Team).
(2) In the Main Tournament, play shall proceed using the game's Tournament-specific application, installed on devices brought by the Players themselves.

4.6 Accounts

(1) One account per Player may be entered to compete in this Tournament.
(2) Each Player shall use their own account to participate in the Tournament.
(3) If the Operation Team confirms that a single Player has entered multiple accounts, that Player shall forfeit their right to compete on all accounts and shall be disqualified.

5. First Online Round

The First Online Round will be held from Jan 19, 2024 (Fri) at 12:00 AM to Jan 22, 2024 (Mon) at 12:00 AM, and will be a qualifying Tournament for online participation.

5.1 Tournament format

During the First Online Round, the results of Players who played the Targeted Songs with the designated settings will be tallied, and 300 Players per version from among all Tournament Division entrants will advance to the Second Online Round. (Note that Players who have not completed the competition entry will not be considered for the selection process.) After the First Round period, the Operation Team will verify the entry information in the game and use it to determine which Players will advance to the Second Online Round. The method for determining and notifying Players who have qualified for the Second Online Round shall be as follows.

1. After playing two Targeted Songs during the period, the Players with the highest totals among the high scores of the Targeted Songs (hereinafter referred to as "Total Score") shall advance to the Second Online Round.
2. Scores are calculated as follows. *Combo bonuses are not included in the calculation.
・Perfect - 3 points
・Great - 2 points
・Good - 1 point
・Other - 0 points
3. If there are multiple Players with the same total score on the line to advance to the Second Online Round, the following conditions will be assessed in order starting from A, and the Players with the advantage will be chosen to advance to the Second Online Round.
A. Players with the highest cumulative count of Perfect scores
B. Players with fewer total attempts at the Targeted Songs before achieving the total score (retries for any reason will be counted as one play)
C. Players with the highest cumulative number of combos
D. Players who achieved the total score at an earlier date and time
4. Only those Players who have been confirmed to advance to the Second Online Round will be notified by the Operation Team via My Page on the entry site at around 1:00 PM on 24 January 2024 (Wednesday). We will not send the results of qualifying round attempts to your registered e-mail address. Please be sure to check the results via My Page on the entry site.
5. Players who have advanced will be shown instructions for the Second Online Round.
6. Please note that individual inquiries regarding whether or not a Player has advanced will not be answered.

5.2 Rules

If you play the Targeted Songs under the following conditions during the qualifying period, the Competition Mark, Player ID, and Clear Time will be displayed at the bottom of the score screen.

・ You must play the MASTER of the Targeted Song
・ Your Player Rank must be 30 or higher
・ You must select an Targeted Song, turn on Tournament Mode, and play the song

【First Online Round Assignment】
Teo (MASTER) song Lv 32
The Intense Voice of Hatsune Miku (MASTER) song Lv34

【Notes】
(1) Be sure to play in a location with a good connection and with your device fully charged.
(2) There are no restrictions on show settings.
(3) Bonus Energy is not consumed when playing in Tournament Mode.
(4) EXP, achievement rewards, song rewards, Show Rewards, and Event Pts cannot be earned in Tournament Mode.
(5) Retries are allowed.
(6) Your results after completing a Targeted Song can be checked on the song selection screen after selecting a song for the Tournament and turning on Tournament Mode.
(7) Group composition can be freely set in the online rounds. However, in the Main Tournament, character skills will not be activated and character status will not affect the score.
(8) There is no limit to the number of challenges during the period, but the number of challenges may be a selection factor in deciding who advances in the competition, as described above.

6. Second Round

The Second Online Round, to be held from 26 January 2024 (Friday) at 12:00 AM to 29 January 2024 (Monday) at 12:00 AM, will be an online Qualifier competition open only to those who have passed the First Online Round.

6.1 Tournament format

During the Second Online Round, the results of Players who played the Targeted Songs on the designated settings will be tallied, and a total of 24 Players will advance to the Main Tournament (the Quarterfinals): the top 4 Players from each version as determined via the Tournament, plus the 12 top-ranked Players of the Japanese version of the game. After the Second Round period, the Operation Team will verify the entry information in the game and use it to determine which Players will advance to the Main Tournament. The method for determining and notifying the Players who advance to the Main Tournament shall be as follows.

1. Players shall play the three Targeted Songs during the qualifying period, and the Players with the highest total scores shall advance to the Main Tournament.
2. Scores are calculated in the same way as in the First Online Round.
3. If there are multiple Players with the same total score on the line to advance to the Main Tournament, the following conditions will be assessed in order starting from A, and the Players with the advantage will be chosen to advance to the Main Tournament.
A. Players with the highest cumulative count of Perfect scores
B. Players with fewer total attempts at the Targeted Songs before achieving the total score (retries for any reason will be counted as one play)
C. Players with the highest cumulative number of combos
D. Players who achieved the total score at an earlier date and time
4. Only those Players who have been confirmed to advance to the Main Tournament will be notified by the Operation Team via My Page on the entry site at around 1:00 PM on 31 January 31, 2024 (Wednesday). We will not send the results of qualifying round attempts to your registered e-mail address. Please be sure to check the results via My Page on the entry site.
5. Players who have advanced will be shown instructions for the Main Tournament.
6. The songs for the Main Tournament will be announced at around 1:00 PM on 7 February, 2024 (Wednesday). On the same day, the Operation Team will distribute a Tournament-specific application containing the same songs as the latest Japanese version to only those overseas Players who have been selected to participate in the Main Tournament.
7. Please note that individual inquiries regarding the results of the online qualifying rounds will not be answered.

*1: For the International Online Qualifiers, score results are an important reference factor for advancing to the Quarterfinals, but please note that the top scorers are not necessarily guaranteed a place in the Quarterfinals due to possible restrictions imposed by laws and regulations in each country.

6.2 Rules

If you play the Targeted Songs under the following conditions during the qualifying period, the Competition Mark, Player ID, and Clear Time will be displayed at the bottom of the score screen.

・ You must play the MASTER of the Targeted Song
・ Your Player Rank must be 30 or higher
・ You must select an Targeted Song, turn on Tournament Mode, and play the song

【Targeted Songs for Second Online Round】
Ghost Rule (MASTER) song Lv 33
MACHINEGUN POEM DOLL (MASTER) song Lv 35
Don't Fight The Music (MASTER) song Lv 35

【Notes】
(1) Be sure to play in a location with a good connection and with your device fully charged.
(2) There are no restrictions on show settings.
(3) Bonus Energy is not consumed when playing in Tournament Mode.
(4) EXP, achievement rewards, song rewards, Show Rewards, and Event Pts cannot be earned in Tournament Mode.
(5) Retries are allowed.
(6) Your results after completing an Targeted Song can be checked on the song selection screen after selecting a song for the Tournament and turning on Tournament Mode.
(7) Group composition can be freely set in the online Qualifier rounds. However, in the Main Tournament, character skills will not be activated and character status will not affect the score.
(8) There is no limit to the number of challenges during the qualifying period, but the number of challenges may be a selection factor in deciding who advances in the competition, as described above.

7. Quarterfinals and Semifinals

The Quarterfinals and Semifinals on Saturday, April 13, 2024, will be offline Tournaments held at an event site in the Tokyo area.

7.1 Tournament formats

Quarterfinals
In the Quarterfinals, 25 Players, including the winners of the online Qualifier rounds and top-seeded Players, will be divided into five groups of five Players each, who will compete against each other. The Co-op Show feature of the game will be used for Players to compete against each other. (The same applies to the Main Tournament).
The top Player in each group with the highest total score will advance to Semifinals Round 1, and the runner-up will advance to Semifinals Round 2.
Semifinals
Three rounds of Semifinals (from Round 1 to Round 3) will be held to determine the five finalists. In each Semifinal round, contestants will play the same two Targeted Songs and compete for the highest total score for these two songs.
・Semifinals Round 1 will be a competition featuring the top Player from each group in the Quarterfinals. The three Players with the highest total scores will advance to the Finals, and the bottom two Players will compete in Semifinals Round 3.
・Semifinals Round 2 will be a competition featuring the second-place Player from each group in the Quarterfinals. The three Players with the highest total scores will advance to Semifinals Round 3.
・Semifinals Round 3 will be a competition featuring the bottom two finishers from Semifinals Round 1 and the top three finishers from Semifinals Round 2. The top two Players with the highest total scores will advance to the Finals.

(1) If multiple Players have the same total score when determining the top two, these Players will compete in one more song, and will continue to compete in this song (Extra Time) until a ranking can be determined by score. The song for Extra Time will be chosen by the Operation Team via lottery. It is possible that the song chosen will have already been played.
(2) The score calculation method shall be the same as that used for the online Qualifying rounds.
(3) To ensure a uniform playing environment and prevent cheating, Players shall be required to install a Tournament-specific application on the device they use to play.
(4) In order to check the play environment, there will be time provided to play using the dedicated Tournament app before the start of the Tournament.

7.2 Rules

Targeted songs for Quarterfinals/Semifinals
Two songs will be chosen on the spot via lottery by the Operation Team from among the pre-selected songs. Targeted songs shall songs shall be excluded after being selected once (except for use in Extra Time).
Information regarding Targeted Songs will be announced on February 7 (Wed). ( Schedule is subject to change without prior notice.)

Co-op Show settings for the dedicated Tournament app (Same in Main Tournament)
・No score bonuses for activities
・No score bonuses for combos
・No FEVER or SUPER FEVER
・No skill activation
・Hide other Players' play status and combo information
・Cut-ins hidden
・Can only be used in lightweight mode
*The above changes are not reflected in the options and on the final confirmation screen.

8. Finals

The Finals on 13 April, 2024 (Saturday), will be an offline Tournament held at an event site in the Tokyo area.

8.1 Tournament format

In the Competition category, five Players shall play two Targeted Songs. One additional new song shall then also be played, and the Player with the highest score total shall be the winner.
(1) If the top-ranked Players have the same total score, another song will be played, and the Player with the higher score will win. The final rankings of the runner-up and below will be determined based on the total score. In the event of a tie in the total score, the total score rankings from the Semifinals shall be referenced.
(2) Play shall be repeated until the winner is determined, with the Targeted Song chosen by lottery by the Operation Team.
(3) It is possible that the song chosen will have already been played.
(4) To ensure a uniform playing environment and prevent cheating, Players shall be required to install a Tournament-specific application on their device.
(5) In order to check the play environment, there will be time provided to play using the dedicated Tournament app before the start of the Tournament.

8.2 Rules

Score Calculation Method
Scores shall be calculated as follows. *Combo bonuses shall not be included in the calculation.
・Perfect - 3 points
・Great - 2 points
・Good - 1 point
・Other - 0 points

●Finals
Two songs shall be chosen on the spot via lottery by the Operation Team. Songs will be excluded after having been selected.
In case of Extra Time due to Players' score totals being equal, songs may be reused.
*Information regarding Targeted Songs will be announced on February 7 (Wed). (Subject to change without prior notice)

9. Tournament Proceedings

The Rules governing the conduct of this Tournament are set forth in this document.

9.1 Online Qualifier

(1) If you are unable to continue playing due to network disconnection or your device malfunctioning during play, please restart your device and try again to play the Targeted piece.
(2) In the event that a problem with the game or the server network itself prevents the playing of the Targeted songs for a certain period of time, the qualifier period may be extended at the discretion of the Operation Team.
(3) If any Player is found to be using illegal tools, using equipment prohibited by the Rules, or committing any other illegal act, or if the Operation Team determines that there is a possibility of such an act, the Player in question may be disqualified.
(4) Players shall not dispute the ruling of the Operation Team.
(5) The Operation Team may, at its sole discretion and without prior notice, establish temporary rules when it determines that a malfunction may make it impossible to continue play or cause problems such as unusual application behavior.

9.2 Final Match

(Assembly)
(1) All Players participating in this Tournament must assemble at the designated location by the time designated by the Operation Team, which will be sent to you by e-mail.
(2) Failure to assemble at the designated location by the designated time will result in the Player's ineligibility to participate in the Tournament.
(3) If there is a delay in public transportation, the registration time may be extended at the discretion of the Operation Team.
(4) No changes will be accepted by the Players regarding the Tournament schedule and timetable.
(5) The Tournament schedule and timetable are subject to change at the sole discretion of the Operation Team when unavoidable for Tournament management reasons.
(6) If you have contracted or suspect you have contracted the Coronavirus prior to the Tournament date, please report it promptly to the Operation Team and ask for instructions.
(7) Your body temperature will be taken on the day of the event. If the Operation Team determines that you have a fever of 37.5C or higher or have had contact with a patient suspected of having a Coronavirus infection, you may be disqualified.
(Trouble During Progress)
(1) In the event that any Players are unable to continue playing due to a network disconnections or device malfunctions during play, those Players are responsible for immediately notifying the Operation Team and asking for a decision.
(2) Regardless of the previous item, when a problem occurs during play, Players must immediately report it to the Operation Team and ask for a decision, no matter what the nature of the problem.
Failure to notify the Operation Team immediately may result in a no ruling by the Operation Team and possible penalties.
(3) Players are responsible for the operation of their own devices and any other equipment or devices they bring to the event. In the event of an unexpected malfunction or trouble during play, the Operation Team will investigate and may issue a ruling, such as issuing a penalty, instructing the Player to change the device used, or replaying the match.
(4) If a game is interrupted by closing the screen after play has started and before it ends, the interrupted play will not be recorded.
(5) If a staff member determines that a Player intentionally interferes with the progress of the match, that Player may be disqualified.
(6) Players shall not dispute the ruling of the Operation Team.
(7) The Operation Team may, at its sole discretion and without prior notice, establish temporary rules when it determines that a malfunction may make it impossible to continue play or cause problems such as unusual application behavior.
(Reporting of Place Scores)
(1) The Operation Team will be watching all play in the Main Tournament at all times, and the results of play and scores will be confirmed by the Operation Team.
(2) The Operation Team will proceed with the Tournament based on the confirmation of the play results.

10. Streaming

(1) All Players, upon entering the Tournament, agree in advance that all gameplay, including online qualifiers, may be streamed by the Operation Team in the Tournament (including live broadcasts, archived broadcasts and edited video submissions).
(2) Matches to be streamed in the Main Tournament will be played using equipment provided by the Operation Team.
(3) Participating Players are allowed to stream videos of themselves participating in the Tournament and their play (play videos) only up to the first and second online Qualifiers. However, you shall comply with the the rules of each streaming platform, as well as the terms of use and guidelines for derivative works of “HATSUNE MIKU: COLORFUL STAGE!”
(4) It is forbidden to stream the video or audio of the Tournament by the Operation Team or other Players (mirror streaming).
(5) The Operation Team will not be held responsible for any problems or trouble that may occur with the content of the game due to streaming during play.

11. Prohibited items

Players must not do any of the following:
(1) Engage in any conduct or cause a third party to engage in any conduct in violation of the Rules or the instructions of the Operation Team.
(2) Be late to check-in at the Main Tournament, or not checking in at for the Tournament.
(3) If a supplementary prize is awarded for a winning prize, resell the awarded supplementary prize on a resale site or other means. In addition, the right to receive the supplementary prize must be transferred.
(4) Disclose information related to the operation of the Tournament to outside parties without permission.
(5) Participate with false information in the declaration at the time of participation.
(6) Submit more than one entry to the Tournament.
(7) Transferring the right to participate in the Tournament to another person.
(8) Fail to assemble at the designated place at the designated time.
(9) Abandon or leave the Tournament after the Tournament has started without the permission of the Operation Team.
(10) Fail to follow instructions or requests from the event management staff as necessary for the progress of the event. In addition, intentionally interfering with the progress or operation of the Tournament.
(11) Fail to properly answer questions necessary for the progress of the Tournament by the Tournament management staff. In addition, making false declarations to the Tournament management staff.
(12) Intentionally make it impossible to continue playing, such as by disconnecting the network or forcibly terminating the client.
(13) Distribute prize money to match partners or other Players, or approaching them with a promise to do so.
(14) Intentionally encourage another Player to lose, or intentionally lose in response to such encouragement.
(15) Attempt to determine the winner by means of match fixing or any other method other than game play.
(16) In addition to (13), (14), and (15) above, intentionally cutting corners on play, making any kind of agreement with other Players regarding the outcome of the match or the content of play, or otherwise showing unsportsmanlike conduct or attitude to the Operation Team, other Players, or spectators.
(17) Communicate with anyone other than opponents or Tournament management staff during play without the permission of the Operation Team or receiving advice on the match.
(18) Talk to a playing Player without permission.
(19) Take notes or making other records related to play during play without the permission of the Tournament management staff.
(20) Leave your seat during play without the permission of the Tournament management staff.
(21) Operate electronic equipment other than the required equipment during play.
(22) Intentional exploitation of client vulnerabilities or defects.
(23) Use or attempt to use unauthorized tools to perform unauthorized operations.
(24) Use proper nouns or other inappropriate in-game names or team names that are offensive to public order and morals, obscene, discriminatory, offensive, potentially offensive to public image rights, or otherwise inappropriate.
(25) Behaving in a manner that discredits this Tournament or the game, inside or outside the Tournament venue or on social networking sites, or engaging in improper conduct such as abusive or harassing behavior, violence, or inciting other Players, or engaging in any other conduct that violates various applicable laws and regulations.
(26) Entering the Tournament venue wearing clothing that conceals one's face or identity or that is offensive to public order and morals, without instructions from the Tournament Operation Team. Exceptions are made for the wearing of masks as a measure against Coronavirus infection, or religious head coverings.
(27) Violate the Rules of this game.
(28) Gamble in connection with this Tournament. In addition, be complicit or involved in gambling activities by a third party.
(29) Have a relationship with anti-social forces.
(30) Enter into a sponsorship agreement with, or promote the following goods or services with, any person who sells or provides the following goods or services:
(Methods are not limited, and in addition to the below, this also includes Players using their in-game names and to wear clothing as promotion)
*This does not apply with the prior consent of the Operation Team. If you are unsure if this applies to you, please contact us in advance.
(1) Pornography, cigarettes, alcohol, gambling, illegal digital content, and other goods and services prohibited for sale in Japan
(ii) Services that violate the terms of use of this game or other games of SEGA Corporation and Colorful Palette Inc.
(iii) The Game and other items or services that compete with the business of SEGA Corporation and Colorful Palette Inc.
(31) Make a false declaration about having had contact with a patient who has contracted or is suspected of having contracted the Coronavirus.

12. Penalties

(1) If the Operation Team finds that a Player has violated the Rules, the offending Player will be penalized.
(2) In this Main Tournament, Players who have not checked in during the Tournament check-in time will not be allowed to participate in the Tournament for any reason.
(3) Penalties to be given are, in order from lightest to heaviest: (1) warning, (2) loss of live competition (forfeiture of score), (3) disqualification from the Tournament, (4) prohibition from participating in Tournaments related to this game for a certain period of time, and (5) prohibition from participating in Tournaments related to this game indefinitely, to be determined by the Operation Team based on the severity of the offense and the impact.
(4) If the same person repeatedly violates the Rules, a more severe penalty will be given.
(5) The Operation Team may publicly announce the penalty it has given on its official website.
(6) If a Player is disqualified from the Tournament due to a penalty, the Player's eligibility to compete in this Tournament and to win prize money, etc. will be revoked.
(7) If a Player causes damage to the Operation Team, SEGA Corporation and ColorfulPalette Inc. by violating the Rules, the Operation Team, SEGA Corporation and ColorfulPalette Inc. may make a legal claim against the Player for damages or other compensation.
(8) If we deem that a Player's behavior is malicious, such as cheating, we may suspend the Player's account for this game as well as penalize the Player.

13. General

13.1 Disclaimer

(1) In the event of game server problems, natural disasters, infectious diseases, epidemics or other unavoidable circumstances (hereinafter referred to as "Force Majeure Events"), the Tournament may be postponed or suspended. If the Tournament is postponed or suspended due to Force Majeure Events for which the Operation Team is not responsible, it may not pay the prize money, travel expenses or other support. In such cases, the Operation Team will not be responsible for the Player and will not accept any claim for payment of expenses incurred for participation in the Tournament.
(2) The Operation Team shall not be liable for any trouble between Players or for any damage or disadvantage caused by a Player's violation of the Rules, except in the case of intentional or grossly negligent instructions or actions by the Operation Team.

13.2 Rights of Portrait, Rights of Publicity and Handling of Personal Information, etc.

(1) Personal information provided by the Players at the time of entry will be used within the scope of the management of this event and publicity related to this event. By entering the Tournament, Players agree in advance that their personal information may be provided by SEGA Corporation and Colorful Palette Inc. to outside companies entrusted with the management of the Tournament to the extent necessary for the management of the Tournament.
(2) Game data, Player IDs, etc. of the entered Players may be provided to SEGA Corporation and Colorful Palette Inc. by the companies to which the management of this Tournament is entrusted, to the extent necessary for the operation of this Tournament and the provision of prizes.
(3) Players understand that their portraits, in-game names, ages, self-introductions, and other information may be used on websites created by the Operation Team and Tournament officials, in publicity materials related to the Tournament, in the press, and in information media this year and in the coming years. and other related parties, and shall not exercise any right of portrait, right of publicity, or any other right in connection therewith.
(4) Personal information provided will be properly managed and disposed of in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Information necessary for the provision of prizes and prize money will be deleted after the prizes and prize money have been provided.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

(1) All matters relating to the Tournament and the Rules shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan.
(2) The Tokyo District Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction in the first instance over any and all lawsuits and other disputes related to the Tournament and the Rules.

15. Amendments to the Terms and Conditions

(1) The Operation Team reserve the right to change the Rules without notice.
(2) Any changes to the Rules will be announced on the official website or in the game and will take effect at that time.

16. Contact Information

contact@pjsekaics.com
*Office hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 to 18:00 weekdays (Japan Standard Time).
*Inquiries received outside of weekday office hours will be processed on the following weekday.
*Inquiries received on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays will be processed on the first weekday after the holiday.
*Replies to inquiries will be sent in the order received. Please note that it may take some time for us to reply depending on the status of your inquiry. We appreciate your understanding.

17. Change history, etc.

None.

18. Appendix A

One of the following forms of identification must be submitted upon entry into the Quarterfinals. Only documents that are valid on the date of the Tournament will be accepted as proof of identity. Any identification that is not valid on the day of the Tournament will not be accepted as identification for any reason. In principle, Players that compete in the overseas online Qualifiers are required to submit their passports.
(1) Student ID card issued by the school in which the student is enrolled
(2) Student handbook issued by the school in which the student is enrolled
(3) Certificate of enrollment issued by the school in which the applicant is enrolled
(4) Automobile driver's license
(5) Passport
(6) Seaman Service Book
(7) Maritime License
(8) Small Vessel Operator Permit
(9) Permit to possess hunting rifles and air guns
(10) Real estate transaction manager's certificate (Real estate transaction manager's certificate)
(11) Electrician's license
(12) Radio operator's license
(13) Certified Electrician Certificate
(14) Special Electrician Certificate
(15) Pilot’s license
(16) Power vehicle operator's license
(17) Certificate of teaching qualification
(18) Driving Record Certificate (issued after April 1st, 2012)
(19) Basic resident register card (must be valid)
(20) Residence card
(21) Temporary Residence Permit
(22) Special Permanent Resident Certificate
(23) Physical disability certificate
(24) Rehabilitation Certificate
(25) Identification card issued by a national or local government agency (with photograph)
(26) National Pension Handbook
(27) National Pension Certificate
(28) Seal registration certificate
(29) Certificate of seamen's insurance pension
(30) Child Support Certificate
(31) Mutual Aid Pension Certificates
(32) Copy of certificate of residence or certificate of matters stated in certificate of residence
(33) A copy of the supplementary record of the family register (certified copy or extracted copy) *Excluding the entry of your My Number