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Economic Capsuleers!

The Monthly Economic Report for July 2022 is now available!

You can download all of the raw data used in this report here. Each image can be enlarged by clicking on it. As with the previous report, there is also a limited number of "Dark Mode" graphs available in the download too!

Zealous Capsuleers,

Prepare to raise the banners high, dust off the theorycrafting spreadsheets, and blow the war horn. The time for the next Alliance Tournament will soon be upon us as we return for the 18th time!

Alliances will once again be sending up to ten of their most versed combatants to fight it out in the arena for glory and epic prizes. They’ll be broadcasted out to the rest of the cluster with their teams and the EVE community cheering on for their conquest! Experienced Casters and Commentators also will be joining us to help break down the tournament content for viewers and (hopefully) assist with who they would put their channel points on to win even more prizes!

Today's announcement will primarily highlight the key dates in the next few months to help everyone schedule around the Tournament a little better. They will be summarized in bullet point fashion at the end of this article as well. Also, as is tradition, we will outline a few of the changes and smaller details you will be expecting to see in comparison to previous tournaments.


[h2]GENERAL INFO[/h2]
Signups will be opening on 9 August at 11:00 UTC, and we will publish a follow-up article with the full rules and signup instructions on that day. Until then, get your propaganda artists working on new Alliance Tournament ads, posters, and any other form of weird and wonderful forms of creation! Don’t forget to also give your Alliance Executors a poke so that they can make sure that they register your team!

Since last year, we have opened the Official EVE Online Discord and will be moving all tournament-related communications there by creating relevant categories on the server. This will more than likely evolve naturally, and we may open additional channels where required, but this should also offer extra avenues of interaction for everyone.

This year we are teaming up again with EVE_NT to put on the professional tournament broadcast that you have come to expect from the Alliance Tournament, along with, potentially, a few new features too! EVE_NT has just opened their recruitment section for talent as well, so if you think you have what it takes to be involved in the production, keep an eye out on Discord.


[h2]PRIZES[/h2]
During last year's Alliance Tournament announcement, we stated the intentions of changing up the format to make the Tournaments more sustainable and we plan to honor that commitment. With that in mind, we are happy to share that this year’s prize ships are the Freki and the Mimir, and next year will be the Adrestia and Utu. These will be slight variants to the past prize ships so that we preserve the uniqueness of the originals, but, we will show you what these will look like closer to the main event. Consequently, this also means that this year's sponsor is the Minmatar Republic!


[h2]TOURNAMENT UPDATES AND CHANGES FROM ATXVII[/h2]
The format of the Alliance Tournament we all know, and love is much the same; double elimination 10v10 team battles with ships having certain point values. The rules for the event are being updated to keep the tournament fresh, diverse, and fun to watch, with an emphasis on pilot skill and less on the flavor of pancake ship you would like to bring this time around.

When the Alliance Tournament returned last year, the tournament initially was set up to be 32 teams but expanded to 40 given the volume of interest. However, as the 7 Major tribes of the Minmatar Republic are all sponsoring this event, there will be a new Trials entry tournament, whereby each tribe will each be sponsoring entries of teams that earn their spot into the main tournament, by combat. Subsequently, this will mean that the Alliance Tournament this year will include another weekend of broadcast to accommodate.

As with past events, there will be several slots that will go to the highest bidders via silent auction. There will be a few slots reserved for those top teams from this past year’s Tournaments as well. Details of the individuals (and teams) that this will include, will feature in the next update.

Here are some of the changes you can look forward to this year:

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  The IGC thanks the Mordus Legion for their input in the last tournament! We will be adjusting their revised point values, while, simultaneously, making a few of the Minmatar vessels a little more favorable.
  
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  The IGC has decided to retain the ‘Mercenary’ rule in Tournaments going forward, capping off at a maximum of 10 potential mercenaries per team.
  
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  The hull limitation rule will be expanded further this year - in scenarios that feature a duplicate hull, the overall ship point value for that hull increases by 1 point.
  
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  A rolling Conquest ban will be in effect during our Best-of-Three (Bo3) and Best-of-Five (Bo5) matches. Simply put, in Round 1 if Team A wins, it cannot bring that same winning comp in Round 2, but if it moves to Round 3, the comp that was banned out for Team A becomes available again.
  
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  Penalties - Minor revision here to make it clear - repeat offenses in matches will result in increasing penalties incurred at the discretion of the referees.
  
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  Exhibition matches are likely to make a return! Lookout for more information on this as the Tournament develops!
  
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  Given the recent policy update, Tournaments are now included under CCP-led initiatives that will review individuals' account histories for Terms of Service violations. The roster for each team is now going to have a limit on the number of pilots able to fly in the Tournament. Whilst all pilots within an Alliance will be eligible to enter the Alliance Tournament, up until the Roster lock date, when it comes to that cut-off date, each team will be required to submit the names of up to 30 pilots (plus up to an additional 10 Mercs). Those pilots will each be checked that they are not in violation of the revised policies. Any individuals or teams suspected of trying to circumvent this policy will be subject to removal from the tournament and potentially additional CCP-supported initiatives.
  

If you are interested in enrolling your alliance, finding a team to fly with, or just generally chatting about the Alliance Tournament, please join us in the Eve Online Discord!
[h2]KEY DATES:[/h2]
9 August – Signups open

23 August – Signups close

30 August – Roster (and Merc) lock / Thunderdome access

1/2 October - Trials Tournament Weekend 1

8/9 October - Trials Tournament Weekend 2

18 October - Flagship Lock (Schedule Release)

12/13 November – Alliance Tournament XVIII Weekend 1

19/20 November – Alliance Tournament XVIII Weekend 2

We will keep you apprised should anything change, but we look forward to seeing you in the arena!

Rejoice Capsuleers!

Once again the faithful masses of the Amarr empire are assembling to honor Amarr Foundation Day, which celebrates the foundation of the first Amarr church by Prophet Dano Gheinok.

The seven-day festivity takes place from 2-to-9 August, with pilots from across New Eden encouraged to make the pilgrimage and join in with the many events that make Foundation Day an unforgettable celebration. The deep faith and towering might of the Amarr empire must never be forgotten!

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What can you expect to find at this year’s Foundation Day?

[h2]DAILY LOGIN REWARDS[/h2]
Pilots that log in for five of the national holiday’s seven days will be able to claim a number of themed items and Foundation Day essentials. There are separate rewards for Alpha and Omega pilots – and if you’re an Omega you get both. Alpha pilots can get an Amarr Foundation Day Fireworks Crate, Amarr Foundation Day Expert System, Amarr Shuttle Sarum SKIN, 10,000 Skill Points and a Sigil Sarum SKIN if they log in on five distinct days. Omega pilots can claim all of those bonuses as well as 5,000 Skill Points, an Agency Support Crate, a Hardshell Dose 3, an Amarr Robe Crate, and 10,000 further Skill Points. Be sure not to miss a login opportunity!



[h2]DAILY CHALLENGES[/h2]
Daily challenges will be available throughout the Foundation Day festivities, rewarding you with Skill Points if you visit the glorious Amarr titans on parade to honor them with fireworks. The parade sites. can be found at Ardishapur Prime, Kador Prime, Khanid Prime, Kor-Azor Prime, Sarum Prime, Tash-Murkon Prime. Throughout Foundation Day, pilots can travel at boosted warp speed across the Amarr Empire, making visiting each site easier than ever.

[h2]MINING BLITZ SITES[/h2]
This year multiple Mining Blitz sites are open for Foundation Day, giving you a chance to collect resources for the Amarr Empire war reserves from Mining Expedition event sites. Doing so earn you Loyalty Points that can be traded for new SKINs that let you display your faith. You’ll find the sites in the following constellations:

• Kisana
• Nashar
• Maseend
• Hevaka
• Eugidi (Amarr occupancy systems only)Be sure to get to as many sites as possible, whether you tackle the Blitzes solo, with a Wingman, or even in a fleet. And remember to keep an eye out for NPCs keen to put a stop to your mining endeavours.

[h2]NEW SECURITY CORDON POST LANDMARKS[/h2]
A number of new landmarks are being introduced during Foundation Day, giving you more to discover through New Eden. Each will take the form of a security cordon post, between Amarr Empire and Ammatar Mandate, and can be found at gate sites in the Jark, Nimambal, Khabi, Mahrokh, Yuhelia, Mehatoor, Choonka, and Ohide systems.



[h2]COMMUNITY EVENTS[/h2]
The Foundation Day celebrations this year expand beyond official EVE Online events, with the Amarr community hosting their own parade, after party, history tour, a formal symposium, and an inspiring competition to get your creativity flowing (win ship hulls and ISK!). You can keep up with the community’s plans and get more detail over in the dedicated EVE Forums thread.

[h2]ABYSSAL PROVING GROUNDS[/h2]
A special themed Abyssal Proving Grounds event will run as part of Foundation Day, taking place from 5-to-8 August. This Proving Grounds round will take the form of an Amarr frigate free-for-all open to Executioner, Tormentor and Punisher hulls. The arena will also play home to a large Tachyon Cloud that will mix up the action as it plays out. Keep an eye on EVE News for more details.



[h2]OMEGA BUNDLES[/h2]
To help pilots get into the Foundation Day spirit, the New Eden store is also offering free SKINs with purchases of one month or 12 months of Omega from 2-to-9 August. Pick up a month of Omega, and you’ll get a stunning Oasis of Faith SKIN, letting you share your respect for the Amarr faith. Grab 12 months of Omega, and four SKINs perfect for Foundation Day are included for free. If you want to get yourself Foundation Day ready, get over to the New Eden Store before time runs out.



[h2]AMARR PROPHET PACK[/h2]
A very special pack has been put together for the Amarr national holiday, and it’s so full of content it will give you value far beyond Foundation Day itself. As well as including a new pilot robe inspired by Amarr culture in a male and female fit, you’ll get 1 month of Omega, 500 PLEX, 250,000 Skill Points, and six SKINs that are each perfect for your presence Foundation Day’s festivities.



[h2]DON’T MISS OUT![/h2]
As one of the most packed events on the New Eden calendar, Foundation Day is one not to miss. Remember, everything runs between 2 and 9 August, apart from the Abyssal Proving Grounds clash (running 5-to-8 August).

For full details be sure to visit the official event landing page, and check EVE Online’s Twitter for the latest Foundation Day updates.

Hello spacefriends and welcome to the latest Community Beat! Let's goooooo!

[h2]Battle of the Bricks Winners[/h2]
We’re happy to announce the winners of the recent Battle of the Bricks building contest! The community submitted dozens of incredible entries and after much deliberation we arrived at the following victors:

First Place: Primae submitted by Pierre E.



Second Place: Claw submitted by Imiarr Timshae



Third Place: Rorqual submitted by Kaatra Andarin



Each of the winners will receive one year Omega and a complimentary ticket for Fanfest 2023 including charity dinner. From the winners, Pierre E's Primae was selected for construction during Battle of the Bricks. It was assembed by Cloud Imperium Games Community Manager Jake Bradley, and considering he had to make to with the bricks he had we think he did pretty well!



Thank you to everyone who submitted designs!

[h2]Battle of the Bricks Finale Livestream[/h2]
Last week members of the CCP community team traveled to sunny Manchester to take part in the Battle of the Bricks charity build-off livestream with our counterparts from Star Citizen. During the 4 hour stream we built some cool spaceships (based off community submissions!), took part in some occasionally uncomfortable challenges thanks to the Wheel of Misfortune™ but most importantly, thanks to the generous donations from both EVE and Star Citizen communities we raised over US$20,000 for Extra Life which helps sick kids with life saving medical support and rehabilitation.

The fundraising campaign will remain open until the end of the year and there may be other streams either from CCP, Star Citizen or our respective communities to contribute further to the charity haul. You can even make a donation right now!

If you want to rewatch the whole stream you can find the recording here, or if you want the short version here’s the wrap up where we all drank an utterly disgusting delightful smoothie made from ingredients selected by Twitch chat which included marinated herring, Lump Fish caviar, pickled onions and mayonnaise. 😕 Warning: gross noises and people gagging.



(Play it back in 0.25x speed for a uniquely disturbing auditory experience!)

[h2]Player Meetups in August[/h2]
EVE player meetups are getting back into full swing with a few happening throughout August. If one of these are taking place close to you and you can get along then good times are guaranteed! Some of these events will also feature attendance by CCP devs so come and say hi!

• 12-14 August - Finfest (more info)
• 13 August - EVE Glasgow (more info)
• 27 August - EVE London (more info)

[h2]The Discourse[/h2]
With things heating up between the Empires in low security space and mysterious discoveries related to abandoned facilities, The Discourse have been producing some excellent reports which dive into the goings on and try to shed some light on the situation.

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[h2]Amarr Foundation Day[/h2]
Amarr Foundation Day is just around the corner! This annual event where spacecrusade enjoyers from all over New Eden commemorate the foundation of the first Amarrian church on what is known today as Amarr Prime.

The Amarrian RP community also organise several events to celebrate this occasion, including parades, parties and contests. Check out this thread on the EVE Online forums to see what's happening this year.

[h2]Vibing Vedmak PvP[/h2]
Who doesn’t love a classic EVE PvP compilation? I think a great way to round ut this Community Beat is with this awesome video from Grunt Kado. The third battle which is a (kinda) 2v1 where Grunt dual boxes his own logi is just 😙👌

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Expectant capsuleers,

EVE’s Summer of Streams is set to continue, with a wealth of unmissable content due across August, following on from a packed July filled with CCPTV broadcasts, dev blogs, and Q&As.

Summer of Streams gives you a chance to get closer to the development and evolution of EVE, welcoming you behind the scenes as the dev teams share what they’ve been up to, and where things are going. And in August they’ll be sharing more insights on Faction Warfare, Frontlines, the development of arcs, the narrative-driven design approach, and more.

You can find all the current and future dev blogs here on EVE News, while the streams take place over at CCP TV. For all the times, dates and latest updates, meanwhile, EVE’s official Twitter feed is the place to keep an eye on.

But what exactly is happening in August? Here’s the current schedule:



Enjoy your summer and learn plenty new about EVE Online, and we’ll see you on CCP TV!