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ACEND ARE YOUR HCS VALENCIA 2022 CHAMPIONS!
Europe's best teams fought tooth and nail all weekend long at HCS Valencia 2022. In the end, the titans of EU Halo continued their dominance as they claimed the lion's share of Europe's largest-ever prize pool!
VALENCIA 2022 CHAMPIONS
Congratulations to your $100,000 HCS Valencia 2022 Champions - Acend!
FINAL RESULTS
| # | Team | Prize | P1 | P2 | P3 | P4 |
| 1st | Acend | $36,000 | Legend | Snipedrone | Respectful | Sica |
| 2nd | Quadrant | $22,000 | Tchik | Nurix | SLG | Shad |
| 3rd | NAVI | $11,200 | Tufoxy | Kimbo | zMightys | Jimbo |
| 4th | Jlingz | $6,240 | Quad | Morguhhh | Septiq | Qristola |
| 5/6 | Scorched Hvnd | $3,080 | Riotz | Zhuh | Disarray | Batchford |
| 5/6 | Online Warriors | $3,080 | Phlux | Mose | Shaady | Snakey |
| 7/8 | BLVKHVND | $2,000 | Ebby | Mysta | Glory GGz | Lunny |
| 7/8 | Vexed Gaming | $2,000 | Squashy | Looney | Warlord | Lumi |
Check out the full brackets below.
$5,000 FFA TOURNAMENT
Congratulations to your HCS Valencia 2022 FFA Champion - Harshly!
| # | Player | Prize |
| 1st | Hxrshly | $2,000 |
| 2nd | Pg120o | $1,200 |
| 3rd | IPr0M | $800 |
| 4th | RiNiX | $425 |
| 5th | DeimosHCS | $200 |
| 6th | PENGUIN | $150 |
| 7th | Alien NJ | $125 |
| 8th | Lourenco | $100 |
POOL PLAY
TOURNAMENT VOD
You can catch all the HCS Valencia 2022 action on our YouTube channel!
PHOTO ALBUM
Check out our official HCS Valencia 2022 photo album HERE!
KEY INFO
- Venue: Fira València - Av. de les Fires, s/n, 46035 València, Spain
- Date: July 1 – 3, 2022
- Event Type: Regional Finals
- Regional Eligibility: Europe
- Broadcast channels: Twitch and YouTube
- Spectator Tickets & Team Passes - Click here to purchase!
- Prize Pool: $100,000
- The Top 4 teams will secure Pool Play at the HCS Orlando 2022 Major!
ROAD TO HCS VALENCIA 2022
Ahead of the EU Regional Finals, there will be official tournaments for players to earn cash and HCS points!
- May 29: HCS Pro Series begins
- June 19: EU Regional Qualifier
- Top teams will secure Pool Play at HCS Valencia
Assemble your squad and register for free!
TALENT
TOURNAMENT FORMAT
Here is the tournament format for the HCS Regional Finals.
Open Bracket:
- The Top 8 Open Bracket teams will advance to Pools and Bracket Play.
- Pool Play: Teams 1-4 (Upper Bracket Top 4)
- Elimination Round 1: Teams 5-8 (Lower Bracket Top 4)
Pool Play:
- 4 pools of 4 teams
- Single Round Robin, Best of 5
- 1st and 2nd place teams advance to Winner’s Round 1.
- 3rd and 4th place teams move to Elimination Round 1.
Championship Bracket:
- Double Elimination
- 16 teams
- Best of 5, until Grand Finals which will be best of 7.
PRIZE POOL BREAKDOWN
| Placement | Prize | HCS Points |
| 1st | $36,000 + Orlando Pools | 15,000 |
| 2nd | $22,000 + Orlando Pools | 9,000 |
| 3rd | $11,200 + Orlando Pools | 6,600 |
| 4th | $6,240 + Orlando Pools | 5,400 |
| 5th - 6th | $3,080 | 4,800 |
| 7th - 8th | $2,000 | 4,200 |
| 9th - 12th | $1,600 | 3,300 |
| 13th - 16th | $1,200 | 2,700 |
| 17th - 20th | $800 | 1,800 |
WHERE TO WATCH
Here's where you can catch the action all weekend long.
- A Stream: Twitch.tv/Halo - HCS-YouTube
- B Stream: Twitch.tv/HCS - HCS-YouTube
TWITCH DROPS
Diamond Camo? Say less. Tune into #HCSValencia22 all weekend and you will unlock exclusive Twitch Drops!
CO-STREAMERS
Tune in with any of our partnered co-streamers to earn the exclusive "Whose World Is This" nameplate!
FAQ
| Question | Answer |
| When will the HCS EU Regional Finals take place? | The HCS EU Regional Finals will take place July 1st - 3rd, 2022. |
| Where is the event taking place? | The HCS EU Regional Finals will take place at Feria Valencia, Avinguda de les Fires, Valencia, Spain |
| Where can I purchase tickets? | You can purchase tickets at dreamhack.es/tickets/ |
| I can't attend the event, but want to watch online. Where can I tune in? | You can watch online at twitch.tv/halo and youtube.com/halo each day! |
| Is there an age limit? | All 4v4 and FFA Players must be 13 years of age or older to compete at HCS EU REGIONAL FINALS. Players 13 years of age or older require a signed parental consent form if under the age of 18. Please email halo@eslgaming if this is applicable to you! |
| What if I am under the age limit at the time of qualification but meet the age requirements by the event date? Can I still participate? | Players will need to be of age by July 1st, 2022. |
| What time do the doors open? | Friday, July 1st GA: 10:00 AM Saturday, July 2nd GA: 10:00 AM Sunday, July 3rd GA: 10:00 AM Door open times and schedules are subject to change. |
| How do I get to the venue? | How to get to Feria Valencia. |
| Do you have appropriate seating and parking for individuals with medical conditions? | Yes, please contact halo@eslgaming.com if you would need assistance. |
| Are pets allowed? | Only service animals are allowed at the event. |
| I am with the press and would like to cover the event. Who should I reach out to for information and Press Access? | Please email us at halo@eslgaming.com for this type of request. |
| I have other questions – where’s the best place to ask them? | Please email us at halo@eslgaming.com for all questions |
| Are there any prohibited items? | TBA |
| What is your bag policy? | All Bags are subject to wanding and searches as needed. |
| What are the closest hotels to the event venue? | N/A |
| Where can I find the Event Rules? | You can find the HCS EU REGIONAL FINALS event rules by clicking here. |
| Where can I find the Handbook & Code of Conduct? | You can find the HCS Handbook & Code of Conduct by clicking here. |
| What happens if I buy a team pass but qualify for group (pool) play? | Teams that purchase a team pass and then qualify for group (pool) play will be refunded in full. |
| Do I need a full team to purchase a team pass? | No, you can purchase a team pass now to secure a spot in the tournament. You will fill out your roster after securing your pass on FACEIT |
| How will my team registration work? | You will be emailed buy our team within 24h from buying ticket and then we will assist you to gain access to the invite only tournament on FACEIT where you will manage your roster. |
| Where do I manage my team roster? | You will manage your roster on FACEIT |
| I’m coaching a team – do I need to purchase anything? | A team pass includes tournament entry for 4 players and 1 coach. No additional purchases are necessary to coach. |
| Will there be a Free-For-All (FFA) competition at this event? | Yes! The event will feature a free Halo FFA tournament, which will be open for up to 256 players and spectators. Best of luck to those competing for their shot at the $5,000 prize pool! |
| If I buy a team pass, do I have to play in the FFA? | Purchasing a team pass does not mean you must play in the FFA nor does it autimatically enter you. However, FFA is a great opportunity to prove your individual talent in the league and meet potential teammates for 4v4 competitions in the future. |
| Can I compete in this tournament? | To check your specific country’s eligibility, please see the list of eligible countries as listed in the Handbook here. |
| Is there a limit to the number of teams eligible to compete in this tournament? | Yes. This competition will include 12 invited teams and a maximum of 128 Open Bracket teams. |
| When do rosters lock? | For Pool Play and Travel Coverage teams, by 18:00 CEST on Monday the 20th of June. Teams must retain the same roster they used in the qualifier. For Open Bracket teams, by 18;00 CEST on Thursday the 30th of June 2021. |
| What equipment should I bring if I'm competing? | All players competing must bring: - Your preferred wired peripheral (Xbox wired Controller or Mouse and Keyboard) - USB cord required for your preffered peripheral - Headset with no power outlet and a 3.5 mm plug - Wired Earbuds (needed for Feature Station and Main Stage play) Mixamps will be provided. Bringing backup equipment is recommended. |
| Which monitors will be used for the tournament? | All tournament and warmup monitors will be played on BenQ Model XL2546K |
| How does travel coverage work? | A team will be eligible for a 600$/person travel stipend. |
| What is the Pro Point Breakdown? | Pro Points Breakdown - Halo 4v4 1st: 15,000 2nd: 9,000 3rd: 6,600 4th: 5,400 5th - 6th: 4,800 7th - 8th: 4,200 9th - 12th: 3,300 13th - 16th: 2,700 17th - 20th: 1,800 21th - 24th: 1,650 25th - 28th: 1,350 29th - 36th: 1,050 37th - 42nd: 900 43rd - 58th: 600 |
| I am a pool play team. What are my media day requirements? | Pool Play Teams are required to be present onsite at the venue for media day, which takes place all day Thursday June 30th. A schedule will be sent to your team closer to the event if you qualify. |
| I have other questions – where’s the best place to ask them? | Please email us at halo@eslgaming.com for all questions. |
| Do team passes account for 4 players and 1 coach? | Yes, The purchase of a Team Pass allows entry to the event and competition for 4 players and 1 coach only. |
| Do all the names for a team have to be submitted at once? | No, you can do that at separate times. |
| What types of payment do you accept? Online and onsite? | All major credit cards are accepted. Cash payments will not be accepted at the event. |
| How will I get my tickets if I buy them online? | You will receive a confirmation email with your DreamHack tickets. |
| What if my tickets are lost or stolen? | Please contact halo@eslgaming for more information. |
| Do you offer refunds? | Refunds will be decided on a case by case basis. In the event that the event is cancelled by the organizer for COVID or otherwise, all ticket purchases will be refunded. |
| What if the event is cancelled? | If the event is cancelled all tickets purchased will be refunded in full. |
| Can I show my tickets on my phone at the door or do I need to have the physical tickets with me? | Digital or print tickets will be accepted and QR codes scanned upon entry. You must have all members of the parties accounted for with multiple tickets present to check in at the same time. Tickets are only scanned once. Fans will receive a wristband that corresponds with their ticket type. |
| What does general admission mean? | General Admission (GA) refers to seating or standing areas that are not assigned or reserved, and are occupied on a first-come, first-served basis. |
| Will my seats be together? | General Admission (GA) refers to seating or standing areas that are not assigned or reserved, and are occupied on a first-come, first-served basis. |
| What should I do if I don't receive my tickets? | Please contact halo@eslgaming for more information |
| Is my multi-day ticket good for either or both days? | A festival ticket for the 3-days is valid for the whole Festival and all days! |
| The name on the ticket doesn't match the attendee’s name. Is that okay? | This is allowed, however you must have all members of the parties accounted for with multiple tickets present to check in at the same time. Tickets are only scanned once. |
| What are the COVID admittance guidelines? | We follow local, regional and national COVID Guidelines, at this point there is no restrictions in place but that may change at any moment. |