CrystalTiers [1.21+]
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Ranking Rules
General Combat Rules
- Ender chest access is limited to once per round. Mid-round loading is okay if you haven't used stored items yet.
- Avoid stalling tactics - this includes slow regearing, unnecessary world exploration, excessive camping, or weird EXP farming methods.
- No crafting, smelting, or enchanting during matches - prepare everything beforehand.
- Don't quit games unless absolutely necessary. If you disconnect, come back quickly. Being gone over 15 minutes means an automatic loss unless you warned your opponent first.
- Don't mine placed Respawn Anchors - that's cheating the 64 limit.
- No armor removal to go invisible and attack - keep your gear on.
- Don't attack opponents who are obviously lagging out.
- No TP trapping - wait at least 3 seconds after teleporting before attacking, and only teleport when both players will surface.
- Don't spam testers with messages during their matches.
- One account per player on the Tier List. Playing on someone else's account will get you in trouble.
- Both players must confirm they're ready before starting.
Testing Procedures
- For evaluations below HT3: 14 totems max, no weakness arrows, no storage items, first to 3 wins.
- HT3+ tests: 8 totems, shulkers allowed for potions/crystals/obsidian/pearls/XP bottles only at start, ender chests allowed for anything legal, first to 3 wins (HT3) or 4 wins (T2+).
- Universal bans: No milk, no golden apples, no turtle master potions.
- Universal limits: 64 respawn anchors, 32 fireworks, 4 armor pieces.
- All kit items must be obtainable in vanilla 1.21+ survival - no exceptions.
Fair Play Guidelines
- Respect the testing environment - it's about skill evaluation, not exploitation.
- Report any suspicious activity to staff immediately.
- Disputes should be handled through proper channels, not in-game.
- Intentional rule breaking will result in tier demotion or removal.
- New players get a grace period to learn the rules - ask questions if unsure.
Kit Rules
Tester Evaluation (Below HT3) Limits & Rules
- 14 Totems of Undying
- No Weakness Arrows (Due to the absence of storage items, this rule is in place for evaluation tests)
- No Storage Items (Ender Chests, Shulker Boxes, etc.)
- First to 3 Wins
HT3+ Testing Limits & Rules
- 8 Totems of Undying
- You can freely store Potions, Crystals, Obsidian, Pearls, & Bottles o' Enchanting in Shulkers.
- For regulation purposes, please only have the aforementioned items in shulkers at the start of the fight.
- Ender Chests are allowed and you may store anything (within the rules) in them!
- First to 3 Wins for HT3 Tests
- First to 4 Wins for T2+ Tests
Universal Kit Rules & Limits
- No Milk (This item provides little to no benefit without promoting increased stalling)
- No Enchanted Golden Apples (The rarity of this item arguably makes it too uncommon to recur in Vanilla PvP)
- No Potions of the Turtle Master (This item provides little to no benefit outside of the confines of the testing system)
- 64 Respawn Anchors (This limit is in place to reduce stalling issues with the testing system, with low impact)
- 32 Firework Rockets (This limit is in place to reduce stalling issues with the testing system, with low impact)
- 4 Armor Pieces (This limit is in place to reduce issues with the testing system, with low impact)
- Kit items must be obtainable in 1.21+ Vanilla Survival. This applies to all forms of testing.
General Match Rules
- Ender chest access limited to once per round (mid-round loading permitted if unused)
- No stalling tactics including excessive regearing, world exploration, or unconventional EXP farming
- No crafting, smelting, or enchanting during active matches
- 15+ minute absence results in automatic loss (unless prior notice given)
- Mining placed Respawn Anchors prohibited (bypasses 64 limit)
- Armor removal for invisibility attacks forbidden
- Attacking obviously lagged opponents prohibited
- Minimum 3 second delay after teleport before attacking
- Message spamming during tests prohibited
- One account per player strictly enforced
- Both players must confirm readiness before match start
Client & Modifications Policy
Permitted Modifications:
- Performance optimization utilities
- Visual enhancement mods (capes, crosshairs, block overlays)
- HUD displays showing player information (armor, potions, saturation)
- Gameplay optimization tools
Strictly Prohibited:
- Movement or reach modification mods
- Automation tools (macros, auto-clickers, auto-totem)
- Inventory movement or block placement alterations
- Enhanced visibility tools (ESP, radar, free-look)
- Opponent information tracking mods
- Double-binding control modifications
- Network manipulation tools
Important Notes:
- Any modification causing irregular client behavior may trigger anti-cheat
- Use modifications at your own risk - research before installing
- Reports require concrete evidence of violations
- Common sense applies to all modifications
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