— during the group stage, each team will play 16 best-of-1 matches; — 256 teams will advance to the playoffs; — the playoffs will be played in a best of 3 single elimination system; — the playoff champion will qualify for the ESEA Advanced Season; — 2nd to 16th place teams will be given entry to the Main Division; — teams ranked 17th-128th will play in the Intermediate Division.