Nightfall Protocol

1) Classes & Eligibility

• Classes: GT4 (open to all grid ratings) and GT3 (Rookies only).
  
  
• Drivers must select a class for the season; class changes require admin approval.
  
  
• Tracks: Vanilla/base-game ACC tracks only (no DLC).
  
  
• BoP: LFM Balance of Performance applied server-side.
  
  

2) Schedule & Session Flow

• Qualifying: 20 minutes total → GT4 (10 min) then GT3 (10 min).
  
  
  • When it’s not your class, remain in the pits. Impeding another class may invalidate laps and/or incur penalties.
    
    
• Race: 40 minutes.
  
  
• Start: Short formation → rolling start.
  
  
• In-game time: 22:00 (night).
  
  
• Server password posted in Discord 30 minutes before green.
  
  

3) Pit Stops & Strategy

• Mandatory: 1 pit stop within the pit window.
  
  
• Pit Window: 10:00 → 30:00 (race time).
  
  
• Fuel: Mandatory refuel (add ≥1 L) to validate the stop.
  
  
• Tyres: Optional (no tyre change requirement).
  
  
• Serving a DT/Stop-Go does not satisfy the mandatory stop.
  
  
• Stops outside the window do not count; you must stop again inside the window.
  
  

4) Weather & Server Settings

• Primary conditions: night races with clear/light clouds for visibility and consistency.
  
  
• Time multiplier and any minor weather variations may be announced per round in Discord.
  
  
• LFM BoP enabled.
  
  

5) Liveries

• Required pack: Awesome Sim Racing — Collection 2371
  https://alpha.awesome-simracing.com/collection/2371
  
  
• If you cannot use the pack, select a default in-game livery.
  
  
• No offensive imagery or IP-infringing designs.
  
  

6) Stewarding & Incident Reports

• Lap 1 is automatically reviewed in every round.
  
  
• Post-race stewarding for all other incidents via driver submission (clip + timestamp, lap, corner).
  
  
• Possible outcomes: NFA, Warning, Time Penalty, Grid Penalty, Penalty Points.
  
  

7) Withdrawals & Attendance

• Max Withdrawals Allowed: 2 per season.
  
  
• Withdraw Window: ≥1 hour before round start via SimGrid.
  
  
• Penalty Points per Missed Race: 5 (no-show or late withdrawal).
  
  
• Max Penalty Points Until DSQ: 15 (disqualification from the championship).
  
  

8) Scoring & One Drop Round

• Per-class points are awarded separately for GT3 and GT4. Last Round awards Double Points
  
  
• One Drop Round: After the finale, each driver’s single worst round is dropped from championship race points.
  
  
• Not dropped: Penalty points, steward penalties, withdrawals/no-shows still apply to your record.
  
  
• DSQ results cannot be used as the drop round.
  
  
• Tie-breakers (after drop applied): most wins → most podiums → best finish in the last round.
  
  

9) Multiclass Etiquette & Blue Flags

• GT4: Hold a predictable line; don’t jink mid-corner.
  
  
• GT3: The overtaker is responsible for a safe pass; set up on straights/braking — no divebombs into GT4 battles.
  
  
• Defending: One move + return allowed; no reactive weaving.
  
  
• Rejoins: Safe and parallel to traffic; yield until fully up to speed.
  
  

10) Track Limits & Penalties

• In-game track limits apply (Warnings → DT/SG).
  
  
• If you gain an advantage by leaving the track, give it back immediately or expect a penalty.
  
  
• Do not force others off or exploit penalty clears.
  
  

11) Communications & Requirements

• Discord membership required for passwords, briefings, stewarding links, and admin notices.
  
  
• Stable ping/connection required; persistent lag/warping may result in removal.
  
  

12) Terms & Admin

• Admins may adjust settings for server stability and fairness.
  
  
• Streaming/recording is welcome; maintain professionalism in comms and chat.