Olympic Games Event #1 - Metroid Spooky Mission

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Metroid Construction Olympic Games: February, Event #1

Hello folks! After yesterday's successful test run of the Olympic restream format, we are excited to bring you the details and rules of the first scheduled race.
(A reminder that the rules can be found here. If you haven't done so already, the signup form can be found here.)



Race: Metroid Spooky Mission Any%

We will be holding this race on two dates. These dates will be chosen to allow users of different timezones to participate when possible. Both races can be joined given the times are feasible for the runner, but remember that only the best score out of the two will be chosen. The starting times are an approximation. The restream will appear at https://www.twitch.tv/Metconst .

Race 1: Saturday 15th February, 4PM EST

Race 2: Saturday 22nd February, 11AM EST



Times

We will be running the stream from the start of the game, up until the late time. Any streamers beyond this point will have their stream cut off by the restream ending, but they may continue if they wish to do so. (Remember points will be awarded for finishing the race.)

Early Time: 25:00

Late Time: 1:25:00



Preparation, Setting Up and Rules

For practice, here is a WR attempt for you guys to watch and use:

[spoiler=WR]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YALfT7a9MOM[/spoiler]

Setting up takes a long time, so we advise you arrive at least 30 minutes  early and set up for the race. An account on the SpeedRunsLive IRC server is required in advance before joining the race(s). LiveSplit is advised, but not required. Make sure this is all set up before any race. There will be no exceptions. (A guide on all this can be found here.)

As part of the restreaming process, Twitch is advised as a platform to stream to, however we can do other platforms like YouTube. Only 4 streams can be relayed, so we will be picking 4 racers that set up their streams the quickest - the earlier you are, the more likely your stream is to appear on the restream. (As a consequence they will be required to wait, but this should not be a problem.)

Since this is not a randomizer race, racers are permitted to watch other racers on the restream if you wish.

If there are technical problems with your stream, this is on you. The race will not be stopped in order to fix any streams. You will be required to fix your stream as you go. If you have an internet connection prone to problems, you should make this clear before streams are chosen for restreaming.

For those who are being restreamed, we will not continue your streams if you choose to misbehave on your stream, such as fiddling with the layout or displaying rude messages. Any misconduct we deem inappropriate will result in your stream being removed.

For emulators, there are no requirements on specific emulators - as long as your emulator is commonly used and is reasonably accurate, it should be okay. If you wish to query this, MetroidMst and I can tell you, but I will provide the final say. (The best emulator to use for this GBA game is mGBA, but feel free to ask us about any obscure emulators you may wish to use.)

Save states, fast forwarding, pausing and any emulator functions that cannot be performed on the console are not allowed. This should be commonplace, but it is important to clarify anyway.

If you have not signed up and do not wish to participate in the Olympics fully, you are still free to turn up and play, though your score will not be recorded and you will not be restreamed.



For those who have signed up and are in the Discord server, you may see the existence of the Olympic voice channels. In time, this will be opened to competitors. We will only be adding competitors who have applied. We would also love some more commentators and restreamers to get involved. Even if you've never touched this kind of thing before, it'd be a good place to start. We will be closing the application form on Friday, 7th February, so get signed up.

See you there!