Seasons

FAQ

Due to the recent instability of BGA, the following temporary rules apply for the entire Qualification Stage.

For the Main Stage, we plan to return to the original rules if BGA issues are resolved by then.

 

1. Default Match Format

 

The default format for all matches is Real-time, Slow speed.

Reason: Real-time mode allows a game to be converted into Turn-based if BGA crashes, making it possible to continue the match instead of restarting.

 

2. Optional Tournament Format

 

If both players agree, they may play the match using a Tournament game (15 minutes per player).

Note: Tournament games cannot be converted into Turn-based mode.

 

3. If BGA Crashes* During a Real-time Game

 

If a Real-time match is interrupted due to a BGA outage:

  • The game must be converted to Turn-based mode so it can be resumed as soon as possible.
  • Even though original time controls no longer apply, both players must continue the game as if it were still Real-time, making moves within a reasonable time.
  • The game should be finished as soon as possible, not stretched over many hours or days.
  • Players must not use Turn-based mode to gain any unfair advantage.

 

4. If BGA Crashes* During a Tournament Game

 

If a Tournament game is interrupted and cannot be resumed, there are only two official outcomes:

  • Mutual Agreement
    If both players explicitly agree on the winner based on the game position at the moment of interruption, that result is accepted.
  • No Agreement → Replay
    If players do not agree on the winner, or if there is any doubt, the game must be replayed from the beginning.

 

Important:

The DAZ will not review complaints about interrupted Tournament games and will not analyse board positions.

This avoids subjective decisions and keeps the process clear and simple.

 

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* BGA Crash — a situation where BGA’s servers stop working or freeze, making it impossible for players to take moves even though their own internet connection is fine.

In case of doubt, BGA’s server logs for that time period may be checked to confirm whether a crash occurred.

Carcassonne Champions League (CCL) is an international Carcassonne tournament played on Board Game Arena (BGA).

 

The tournament consists of three main stages:

 

Qualification Stage

 

  • Qualification 1 – for associations ranked 1–32
    5 groups, double elimination format
    Top 2 players from each group advance

 

  • Qualification 2 – for associations ranked 33–56
    4 groups, double elimination format
    Top 2 players from each group advance

 

  • Qualification 3 – for winners of other tournaments
    1 group, double elimination format
    Top 2 players advance

 

  • Qualification 4 – for top Elo players
    1 group, double elimination format
    Top 2 players advance

 

League Stage

 

Information will be published soon.

 

Playoffs

 

Playoff Round 1

Round of 16

Quarter-finals

Semi-finals

Bronze Match

Grand Final

 

Note:

* Double elimination format means a player is eliminated only after two match losses

Each match is played as Best of 3 or Best of 5, depending on the stage.

 

Match formats:

  • Qualification, League Stage, Round of 16 – Best of 3
  • Quarter-finals, Semi-finals, Bronze Match, Final – Best of 5

 

Each game is played in a 2-player BGA mini-tournament with a 15-minute timer per player.

If both players agree, they may play a Slow Real-Time game instead of a tournament.

Each player must play one match per week.

 

You must contact your opponent directly and agree on a day and time.

 

The full schedule and list of pairings are available at Qualifications page

 

Once you agree on a match time, you must enter it in the shared Google Sheet.

All registered players have received access via email (check your spam folder).

If you did not receive the link, contact carcassonne.gg@gmail.com.

 

If no agreement is reached by Friday 23:59 UTC, both players must contact the admins (carcassonne.gg@gmail.com) and explain what efforts were made to schedule the match.

 

If a player does not contact their opponent before Friday 23:59 UTC, they will receive a warning 🟨 

Three warnings result in an automatic match loss 🟥

The match should be played as a 2-player tournament, 15 minutes per player.

 

  • The player who has a BGA Premium subscription must create the tournament.

  • If both players have Premium, the tournament must be created by the player listed first in the match pairing.

  • Example tournament: https://boardgamearena.com/tournament?id=406302

 

Tournament settings:

  • Who can register? - Private tournament (by invitation link)
  • Number of participants: Minimum - 2 players
  • Number of participants: Maximum - 2 players
  • Tournament type - Swiss system
  • Game maximum duration - 30 mn (15:00 per player)
  • All expansions - No
  • Number of matches - 3 matches

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Player Responsibilities

  • The player listed first in the match must create the tournament.
  • If the first player does not have Premium, the second player must create the tournament.
  • The player creating the tournament is responsible for ensuring that all settings are correct.
  • The opponent must verify these settings and inform their opponent if something is incorrect.

 

Handling Errors

  • If an error is noticed at the start of the game — while 60 or more tiles remain —the tournament must be canceled and restarted with the correct settings.
  • If the error is found when 59 or fewer tiles remain, this game must be played to completion. After that, a new tournament must be created with the correct settings for games 2 and 3.

If both players agree, you may play a Slow Real-Time match instead of using a tournament.

 

Game settings:

  • Game mode: Nomal mode
  • Game Speed: Real-time • Slow speed
  • Number of players: 2
  • All extensions: No

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Player Responsibilities:

  • The player listed first in the match must create the game and then press the Rematch button.

  • If the first player does not have Premium, the second player must create the game.

  • The player creating the game is responsible for ensuring the correct settings (Slow speed).

  • The other player must check these settings and inform their opponent if there is a mistake.

  • If an error is noticed at the start of the game - while 60 or more tiles remain, the game must be canceled and restarted with the correct settings.

  • If the error is found when 59 or fewer tiles remain, the game must be played to completion.

  • Next game adjustments:

    • In the second game, the starting player must switch. If the same player starts again, cancel the game and create a new one until the start player alternates.

    • In the third game, switching the starting player is not required.

You do not need to submit your result manually.

 

The system automatically retrieves match results from BGA and updates the website.

 

If the result shown on the website is incorrect, use the “Report an Issue” button to send the correction

Players must play their games independently and without any external help.

 

The following are strictly prohibited:

  • Coaching or receiving advice during a game
  • Using tile counters, spreadsheets, apps, or notes
  • Any memory aids or assistance

 

Players are responsible for avoiding unintentional help or unfair advantages.
Violation of fair play rules may lead to disqualification.

A player runs out of time during a game

That player loses the current game.

The match continues if not yet decided.

 

A player does not show up for the match

If a player is more than 15 minutes late, report this using the “Report an Issue” button.

Players must reschedule and complete the match the same or following week.

The player who was late receives a warning 🟨 

 

A player is blocked by their opponent on BGA

Both players must ensure that their opponent is not blocked on BGA.

This can happen if the profile setting “My opinion about this player” is set to “I dislike playing with this player”.

 

If a match cannot be started due to blocking, report it 15 minutes after the scheduled start time using the “Report an Issue” button.

The player who blocked the opponent receives a warning 🟨

 

Important:

If a player receives a third warning for any combination of violations, they automatically lose the match 🟥

Warnings do not reset between rounds.

To ensure respect and fair competition, all tournament participants must follow basic communication and behavior standards. These rules apply to all communication channels — matches, chats, streams, and any interactions with players or organizers.

 

1. Expected Behaviour

 

Players must:

  • treat opponents, organizers, and community members with respect;
  • communicate constructively and in a sportsmanlike manner;
  • follow principles of fair play and competitive integrity.

 

2. Unacceptable Conduct

 

The following behaviour is strictly prohibited:

  • disrespect, insults, or mockery directed at players or organizers;
  • toxic comments, threats, harassment, provocations, or demeaning / disparaging emoji reactions to messages;
  • intentionally creating conflict or damaging the tournament atmosphere;
  • violating fair play principles or discrediting the tournament.

 

3. Disciplinary Measures

 

For unacceptable conduct, the following sanctions may be applied:

  • official warning;
  • match-related penalties (where applicable);
  • disqualification from the current tournament;
  • restrictions on participation in future tournaments.

 

4. Authority of the Organizers

 

The CCL organizers reserve the right to apply disciplinary measures without further warning if a player’s behaviour:

  • harms an opponent,
  • insults or discredits the organizers,
  • threatens the competitive integrity of the tournament,
  • or negatively affects the community.

 

All decisions made by the organizers are final.

Warnings

🟨

cammac

No-show for the scheduled match vs MeepleOverPeople on 27 Nov

🟧

mtuu

Official warning. Disrespectful comments and hostile emoji reactions toward organizers in the official chat and in private messages

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