FAQ

This FREE LAN party is different from many other LANs in that both the games and teams are predetermined BEFORE the LAN begins.  This allows for the increased probability of the following:

- Balanced teams
- You get to play on the same team in every game with your friends
- Increased "team play"
- More frequent, close, tight, "Good Games"

Because teams and games are predetermined, there is an expectation that all attendees actively participate on the scheduled games.  You don't have to be the best player in the world as long as you actively participate.  "Free-Play" (playing games not announced for the LAN) and file sharing are typically only allowed during the fringes of the main events (ie. beginning of the LAN while everyone is setting up, dinner time, and after the announced games are played out).  This is done out of respect of the numerous sacrifices the volunteers put in for the LAN.  No one gets paid and all of this is organized in order to foster "good games."

Contents

  1. 1 Who are the organizers? 
  2. 2 What are the rules?
  3. 3 What's the typical schedule like?
  4. 4 What do I need to bring?
  5. 5 How will I know about the latest news on the LAN?
  6. 6 How do I sign up for the next LAN party?
  7. 7 I was told I'm on the waiting list.  Now what?

Who are the organizers? 

Jefferson Kim, the head coordinator, and a contingent of dedicated volunteers.

What are the rules?

- Be a good house guest
- Try and keep the noise level down (we don't want to be disturbing to hotel guests)
- Show up by 2:00 PM or risk losing your seat unless you've made prior arrangements with Jefferson.  If it's a last minute thing, you may want to email Jefferson with your phone number so he can call you and let you know if your seat will be held or not.

What's the typical schedule like?

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Arrival & Setup
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM      Scheduled Game 1 (Non-Assigned Teams)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM      Dinner Time
8:00 PM - 12:00 AM    Scheduled Game 2 (Assigned Teams)
12:00 AM - Closing      Free-Play

What do I need to bring?

- BYOC (Bring Your Own Computer)
Computer, Monitor, Power Cable, Mouse, Keyboard...

- Power Strip

- The games we play (Installed and updated)

- 20-30 foot Ethernet cable

- Headphones

- Snacks & Refreshments

(optional)


How will I know about the latest news on the LAN?



How do I sign up for the next LAN party?

Please check out the instructions on the front page.


I was told I'm on the waiting list.  Now what?

No seat will be reserved for you, so you'll be on standby for a seat.  This is to ensure that everyone gets a fair chance and to help minimize flakes since lugging equipment can be quite a headache! 

1.  You'll need to give your phone number to Jefferson.
2.  If there are still unreserved seats at 12:00 PM, Jefferson will proceed to step 4.  If there are no unreserved seats, he will proceed to Step 3. 
3.  At 2:00 PM on the day of the event, any seat not occupied will open up to the waiting list.  Jefferson will then attempt to call down the waiting list. 
4.  Jefferson may call you depending on how far down the waiting list you are and if not picked up, a voicemail will be left.   You will have 5 minutes to return the call otherwise Jefferson will continue down the waiting list and not hold your seat. 
5.  If you are called and you confirm your interest, your seat will only be held for 60 minutes.  After 60 minutes, Jefferson will repeat step 4.