ARMORED CORE CUP (1st MP Open)

I. OBJECTIVE:
To build and compete in the first Kotobukiya Armored Core Cup.

II. RULES AND REGULATIONS:
1. Only Kotobukiya Armored Core Kit Series are eligible as entries.

2. Only Kotobukiya Model Support Goods (MSG detail-up parts and add-ons) are allowed to be used. No scratchbuilt parts, no kit bashed parts from other kit brands and other mecha series. However, minor scratchbuilding/modification is allowed to accommodate Kotobukiya MSG parts.

3. Any color scheme.

4. Aftermarket decals allowed.

5. Diorama entries not allowed.

6. Bases/Flight stands are not allowed.

7. No limit as to number of entries.

III. CRITERIA FOR JUDGING:
1. Assembly Skills (absence of mold lines, flash, inappropriate gaps, proper parts alignment, completeness, absence of excess adhesive marks, proper modifications, parts detail-up) -- 30%

2. Painting (smooth paint texture, unless for obvious reasons, absence of overspray, brush streaks, complete paint coverage, color line separation from masking/brushing/spraying, overall color combination) – 30%

3. Detailing (includes parts and paint detailing like shading and paneling, weathering, functional parts, proper decal/marking positioning and usage) – 20%

4. Presentation (all entries are not required to have their kits paneled and/or shaded as long as the overall presentation is impressive, then a high score is given. At first glance, is the model impressive? Even to the audience? Impact varies from distance. The model may look good from a distance but turns out ugly at close-up) – 20%

PRIZES:
To Be Announced

DATE OF EVENT AND VENUE:
June 18 - 2, 2007. Robinson's Galleria Mall.

If you have any questions/clarifications, feel free to ask. But please, do not ask stupid/unnecessary questions. I am expecting questions and queries on the rules and criteria for judging.

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