COMPETITION RULES.

Each game begins with a 4 × 4 game board containing two starting blocks.

The objective is to combine matching numbered blocks to create higher-value blocks and achieve the highest possible score.

When two matching numbers are combined:

• ▸2 + 2 = 4
• ▸4 + 4 = 8
• ▸8 + 8 = 16

And so on.

As the game progresses, new blocks are added to the board according to the game's programmed rules.

Players must decide where and when to move blocks, combine numbers and manage the limited space available on the board.

The game ends when no valid moves remain.

Chain Architect is designed so that player performance depends on skill, decision-making and strategy.

Players can influence their results through factors including:

• ▸Planning combinations;
• ▸Choosing which blocks to move;
• ▸Selecting where blocks should be positioned;
• ▸Creating and maintaining chains;
• ▸Managing available board space;
• ▸Deciding when and where to combine blocks;
• ▸Anticipating future moves;
• ▸Protecting valuable combinations;
• ▸Avoiding moves that unnecessarily restrict future options;
• ▸Recognising opportunities to create higher-value combinations; and
• ▸Adapting strategy as the board develops.

The player controls the decisions made during gameplay.

The objective is not simply to make combinations. The objective is to make the right combinations at the right time.

Chain Architect is intended to operate as a skill-based competition.

A player's result is determined by their gameplay performance and the score achieved during their attempt.

KG ARMY does not select winners through a random draw, lottery or random selection process.

The applicable winner is determined by the qualifying score achieved through gameplay, subject to these Competition Rules and the applicable Terms and Conditions.

Eligible players may enter Chain Architect through the official KG ARMY platform.

Entry fee

R25 per entry.

Each paid entry provides the player with one competition attempt.

A player may purchase multiple entries, subject to the applicable daily attempt limit.

Each entry is treated as a separate attempt.

A player may play one attempt per day.

The applicable daily attempt period will be determined by the KG ARMY platform.

Purchasing multiple entries does not allow a player to bypass the applicable daily attempt restriction.

KG ARMY may use account, telephone number, verification, payment and technical information to enforce entry and attempt limits.

Your score is determined by your performance during your game.

Scores are calculated automatically by the Chain Architect game system according to its programmed scoring rules.

The scoring system may take into account factors including:

• ▸Successful combinations;
• ▸The value of combinations created;
• ▸Streaks;
• ▸Game progression; and
• ▸Other scoring mechanics built into the game.

The score recorded by the KG ARMY platform will be the official score for competition purposes, subject to the verification and dispute procedures contained in the applicable Terms and Conditions.

If you play multiple paid entries, you may attempt to improve your previous score.

Where a new attempt produces a higher score than your previously recorded score, the higher score may replace your previous score for leaderboard and competition purposes.

A lower score will not replace a higher recorded score.

Only the score recognised and recorded by the KG ARMY platform will be considered an official competition score.

Players compete against one another through the official Chain Architect leaderboard.

The leaderboard may display:

• ▸Player callsign;
• ▸Score;
• ▸Ranking; and
• ▸Other competition-related information.

Players are responsible for selecting a callsign that does not contain private or sensitive information they do not wish to make public.

The winner of an applicable competition period will be the eligible player who achieves the qualifying highest score in accordance with the applicable Competition Rules.

The winner is determined by the recorded gameplay score and is not selected through a random draw or lottery.

Where applicable, the competition may have:

• ▸A first-place prize;
• ▸Additional ranked prizes;
• ▸Special prizes; or
• ▸Other prizes specified on the relevant competition page.

The specific prize or prizes available for a particular competition will be clearly communicated by KG ARMY before or during the applicable competition period.

If two or more eligible players achieve the same qualifying score, the tie will be resolved using the applicable skill-based tie-breaking method specified for that competition.

Where supported by the Chain Architect platform, KG ARMY may use recorded gameplay performance or other objectively recorded game information to determine the tie-break.

KG ARMY will not resolve a qualifying tie through a random draw where a skill-based or objectively recorded gameplay tie-break is applicable.

The applicable tie-breaking method will be communicated in the relevant competition rules.

Prizes will be specified on the relevant competition or prize announcement page.

Prizes may include physical goods, technology, gaming equipment, vouchers, cash or other prizes, subject to the applicable competition rules.

KG ARMY reserves the right to substitute a prize with another prize of equal or greater value where the advertised prize becomes unavailable, subject to applicable law and the applicable competition terms.

A prize may not be exchanged for cash unless KG ARMY expressly states otherwise.

Before a prize is awarded, KG ARMY may require the winning player to verify:

• ▸Their identity;
• ▸Their age;
• ▸Their eligibility;
• ▸Their account;
• ▸Their competition entry; and
• ▸Any other information reasonably required to confirm the validity of the result.

KG ARMY may request reasonable supporting information where necessary to complete the verification process.

A player who cannot establish their eligibility or whose entry is found to be invalid may be disqualified.

Unless otherwise stated for a specific competition:

• ▸Players must be 18 years or older;
• ▸Players must have a valid KG ARMY account;
• ▸Players must comply with the applicable Terms and Conditions;
• ▸Players must comply with these Competition Rules; and
• ▸Players must not be prohibited from participating under applicable law.

KG ARMY may require age and identity verification.

Chain Architect is intended to be a genuine skill-based competition.

Players must play fairly and must not attempt to manipulate the game, scoring system, platform or leaderboard.

The following are prohibited:

• ▸Exploiting bugs or unintended game behaviour;
• ▸Using bots;
• ▸Using automated gameplay;
• ▸Using scripts or other automated tools;
• ▸Tampering with game data;
• ▸Manipulating scores;
• ▸Attempting to interfere with another player's account;
• ▸Using another person's account;
• ▸Circumventing entry or attempt restrictions;
• ▸Creating fraudulent accounts;
• ▸Attempting to manipulate payment or entry records; or
• ▸Any other conduct intended to obtain an unfair competitive advantage.

KG ARMY may investigate suspicious activity and may suspend or disqualify accounts where there are reasonable grounds to believe that the rules have been breached.

KG ARMY will take reasonable steps to maintain the availability and integrity of the Chain Architect platform.

However, KG ARMY cannot guarantee that the platform will always be uninterrupted or completely free from technical problems.

If a technical problem materially affects a competition, KG ARMY may investigate the incident and take reasonable steps to protect the fairness and integrity of the competition.

This may include correcting scores, cancelling affected attempts, extending a competition period or taking other reasonable action.

KG ARMY may disqualify a player where it reasonably determines that the player:

• ▸Breached these Competition Rules;
• ▸Breached the KG ARMY Terms and Conditions;
• ▸Cheated or attempted to cheat;
• ▸Manipulated or attempted to manipulate the game;
• ▸Used prohibited software or methods;
• ▸Provided false or misleading information;
• ▸Attempted to circumvent entry restrictions;
• ▸Used another person's account;
• ▸Interfered with the operation of the competition; or
• ▸Engaged in conduct that undermines the integrity or fairness of the competition.

Where appropriate, KG ARMY may also cancel or invalidate affected entries.

The current standard entry fee for Chain Architect is:

R25 PER ENTRY

Entry fees are processed through the payment methods made available by KG ARMY.

Once an entry has been successfully submitted and the applicable attempt has commenced, the entry fee will generally not be refundable unless required by law or otherwise determined by KG ARMY.

Any specific refund rights will be governed by the applicable Terms and Conditions.

Each competition may operate over a specified competition period.

The applicable:

• ▸Start date;
• ▸Start time;
• ▸Closing date;
• ▸Closing time;
• ▸Prize;
• ▸Prize value; and
• ▸Winner determination period

will be communicated on the relevant competition page or announcement.

KG ARMY may operate multiple competitions or competition periods using the Chain Architect platform.

The score and competition data recorded by the official KG ARMY platform will constitute the primary record of gameplay.

KG ARMY may retain relevant competition records for purposes including:

• ▸Verifying results;
• ▸Resolving disputes;
• ▸Detecting fraud or cheating;
• ▸Administering prizes;
• ▸Financial and accounting requirements; and
• ▸Complying with applicable law.

KG ARMY may announce competition winners through its website, social media channels, leaderboards or other official communication channels.

A winner may be identified using their chosen callsign or other appropriate competition-related information.

KG ARMY will not intentionally publish private payment information, telephone numbers or other confidential account information as part of a winner announcement.

KG ARMY may update or amend these Competition Rules where reasonably necessary, including to:

• ▸Correct errors;
• ▸Improve the operation of the competition;
• ▸Address technical issues;
• ▸Prevent fraud or abuse;
• ▸Comply with applicable law; or
• ▸Reflect changes to the Chain Architect platform.

Any material changes applicable to an active competition will be communicated through the appropriate KG ARMY channels.

By creating an account, purchasing an entry or participating in Chain Architect, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to comply with:

• ▸These Competition Rules;
• ▸The KG ARMY Terms and Conditions;
• ▸The KG ARMY Privacy Policy; and
• ▸Any additional rules or conditions applicable to the particular competition.

If you do not agree to these rules, you should not participate.

KG ARMY NPC

Republic of South Africa

Competition: Chain Architect

Entry fee: R25 per entry

Minimum age: 18 years

Website: play.kgarmy.co.za

Competition enquiries: queries@kgarmy.co.za