Play Fair. Be Respectful. Keep It Fun.

The IBC NT Challenger Series is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and competitive environment for everyone. By participating in any IBC Game tournament, event, Discord, livestream or online community space, you agree to follow this Code of Conduct.

What We Expect

All players, spectators, staff and community members must:

Treat others with respect
Play fairly and honestly
Follow directions from tournament officials
Use appropriate language and behaviour
Respect venues, equipment and event spaces
Help create a welcoming environment for all players

Win and lose with good sportsmanship.

Unacceptable Behaviour

The following behaviour will not be tolerated:

Harassment & Discrimination

Racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia or hate speech
Bullying, intimidation or personal attacks
Threats, stalking or targeted harassment
Sexual harassment or inappropriate behaviour

Toxic Conduct

Abusive language or excessive trash talk
Disrupting matches, streams or tournament operations
Aggressive behaviour or damage to equipment/property
Spamming voice or text channels

Cheating & Competitive Integrity

Cheats, hacks, exploits or similar
Match fixing or collusion
Any attempt to gain an unfair advantage

Online & Social Media Behaviour

Harassing players, staff or community members online
Sharing private information without consent
Encouraging abuse or targeted harassment
Posting hateful, threatening or inappropriate content

Safety & Inclusion

IBC welcomes players of all backgrounds and experience levels.

We expect everyone to:

Support a safe environment for all attendees
Follow venue safety rules and staff instructions
Help make events accessible and welcoming

Reporting Issues

If you experience or witness misconduct, report it to:

Tournament admins
Discord moderators
Event staff or organisers

Please provide details, screenshots or clips where possible.

Retaliation against anyone making a genuine report will not be tolerated.

Consequences

Breaches of this Code may result in:

Warnings
Match penalties or forfeits
Removal from events or venues
Suspension from tournaments or community platforms
Permanent bans
Reporting to platforms or authorities where appropriate

Serious misconduct may result in immediate removal.

Final Note

IBC events are built around community, competition and respect.

Help us create a positive environment where everyone can enjoy competitive gaming safely and fairly.

Last updated 07/05/26