# Ladders and Tournaments 🏆

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="files"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><h2><mark style="color:purple;">Brawls</mark> 🥊</h2><p>Daily and weekly Brawls are competitive events where you face off against other users to climb the global  leaderboards. </p><p></p></td><td><h3><strong>Loot 🎁</strong></h3><p></p><ul><li><strong>Credits:</strong> 💳 Spend on in-game items.</li><li><strong>XP:</strong> 🌟 Gain experience.</li><li><strong>Monthly Showdown Tokens:</strong> 🎟️ Qualify for larger events.</li><li><strong>Arcade and Pro Passes:</strong> 🕹️🏆 Unlock more features and rewards.</li><li><strong>Tournament Tickets:</strong> 🎫 Enter special events.</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Duration ⏱️</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Daily Brawl:</strong> Lasts 24 hours, ending at midnight.</li><li><strong>Weekly Brawl:</strong> Spans 7 days, concluding on Sunday at midnight.</li></ul></td><td><p></p><p><strong>Entry Requirement 🎟️</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Brawl Tokens:</strong> Required for entry, bundled with passes or earned/purchased.</li><li><strong>Leaderboard Rewards:</strong> The top players earn rewards, with the top 8 winning GG tokens for the monthly showdown.</li></ul></td><td><a href="/files/llFxeWwTp0l2WXmWouC7">/files/llFxeWwTp0l2WXmWouC7</a></td></tr><tr><td><h2><mark style="color:purple;">Showdowns</mark> 🏆</h2><p>Monthly showdowns allow players to compete for larger prizes and prestige.</p></td><td><p></p><h3></h3><h3><strong>Loot 🎁</strong></h3></td><td><p></p><ul><li><strong>USDC:</strong> Digital currency prize.</li><li><strong>Crowns:</strong> 🤴 Premiem currecy </li><li><strong>Credits:</strong> 💳 Spend on in-game items.</li><li><strong>XP:</strong> 🌟 Gain experience.</li><li><strong>Monthly Showdown Tokens:</strong> 🎟️ Qualify for future events.</li><li><strong>Pro Passes:</strong> 🏆 Access higher-tier rewards.</li><li><strong>Sponsor Prizes:</strong> 🏢 Extra rewards from sponsors.<br></li></ul><p><strong>Entry Requirement 🎟️</strong></p><ul><li><strong>GG Token:</strong> Needed for entry, won from weekly brawls or purchased from the store.</li></ul><p></p></td><td><a href="/files/ZAYReRdEmAH3w7DaGTc5">/files/ZAYReRdEmAH3w7DaGTc5</a></td></tr><tr><td><h2><mark style="color:purple;">Major Events</mark>🥇</h2></td><td>At the end of each season, Checkmate hosts Major Events, providing a platform for top players of all skill levels to shine and compete against celebrities, influencers, and prominent figures from the Chess, Esports and Sports communities.</td><td><p></p><h3><strong>Arcade Battle 🎮🥊</strong></h3><ul><li>A chance to compete against well-known personalities in the gaming,  entertainment and sporting world.</li></ul><h3><strong>World Cup 🌍🏆</strong></h3><ul><li>The biggest event on the annual Arcade Mode calendar.</li><li>Brings together players worldwide to compete for the grandest prize of the year.</li></ul></td><td><a href="/files/1Q3IEKEoK1ldq7qgvpiZ">/files/1Q3IEKEoK1ldq7qgvpiZ</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

## <mark style="color:purple;">**Golden Ticket**</mark>**&#x20;🎫✨**

* **Lucky Finds:** Three lucky players in Arcade Mode will discover a golden ticket in a card pack each season.
* **Entry to Major Events:** This ticket grants automatic entry to significant events, including the World Cup.
* **Versatile Use:** Play in the event, sponsor another player, or resell the ticket on the Checkmate marketplace.

### Special Events 🎉

In addition to the adrenaline-pumping regular brawls and showdowns, Checkmate plans regular tournaments for players. These special events provide variety, challenges, and additional opportunities for players to showcase their skills, earn rewards, and enjoy the vibrant Checkmate community.

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Whether competing in a Major Event, aiming for the World Cup, or engaging in special tournaments, Checkmate offers a variety of competitive and exciting platforms for players to test their skills, earn rewards, and gain fame in the gaming world. Keep playing and strategizing; maybe you'll be the next player to snag a golden ticket or take home the grand prize!


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