Update 0.8.11.1 + Ranked Sprint: Tier VIII Duels

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[h2]Brace yourselves for heated naval action in a new Ranked Sprint that will be fought with Tier VIII ships in a one-on-one format.[/h2]
If you haven’t yet participated in a Ranked Sprint and want to know more about them, our article will answer your questions.




For the first time in our game, you can demonstrate your skills in a real duel. You’re in for a short and dynamic Season of Ranked Battles in a 1 vs. 1 format with Tier VIII ships.

But what makes a Ranked Sprint different from a regular Ranked Battles season? The answer is simple: a easier competition format with a reduced duration. The new Sprint will run for only 1 week, with all Ranks and Stars being irrevocable. For participating in the Sprint, you can obtain a huge number of signals and 500,000 credits. The reward for achieving Rank 1 is 10,000 Coal for use in the Armory.
Season starts: Fri. 27 Dec. 10:00 CET (UTC+1) Season ends: Fri. 03 Jan. 09:30 CET (UTC+1)

• Only Tier VIII ships are allowed in these battles.
  
• Battles are held in a 1 vs. 1 format.
  
• Battle maximum duration: 15 minutes.
  
• A ship's type won’t be taken into account during the matchmaking process. For example, when playing a battleship, you might find yourself opposing a cruiser, destroyer, aircraft carrier, or another battleship.
  
• Players earn the Stars needed to climb the ranking ladder by winning battles.
  
• The number of Ranks is 10—less than in a regular season.
  
• All players start battles at Rank 10.
  
• This Season, all Ranks and Stars are irrevocable.
  
• All Ranks are divided into two leagues: Ranks 10–6 and Ranks 5¬–1.
  
• To attain Rank 1, you must earn 40 Stars.
  
• Players who reach Rank 1 can no longer participate in any further battles of the current Season.
  
• Ranked Sprint achievements aren’t inherited from previous Ranked seasons, and won’t transfer to those that follow.
  
• Stars earned in Ranked Sprints aren’t counted as the Stars required to obtain Ranked Battle emblems.
  
• Due to the specifics of the format, there will be no battle achievements.

Battles will be fought in Domination mode on the following maps with a reduced combat area: Islands of Ice, Land of Fire, Sea of Fortune, Trident, Loop, and Greece.

See you on the high seas, Captains!