Yaku Corp, a prominent figure in the gaming industry, has unveiled an exciting opportunity for gamers worldwide with the announcement of the Tournament of the Kami. In collaboration with XAI, this event promises a thrilling player-versus-player (PvP) competition that is free for all participants. While specific prize details will be disclosed at a later date, participants can anticipate rewards that reflect their skill and dedication to the competition.

First, More About Yaku Corp

Yaku Corp, a subsidiary of Raijin Labs, is focused on "the future of gaming and virtual experiences". Partnered with industry giants like Honda, Epic Games, Solana Foundation, and Arbitrum Foundation, Yaku Corp has most recently teamed up with the XAI Foundation. 

Their flagship title, Yaku, offers an immersive MMO and cyberpunk metaverse where players can own in-game assets, engage in a dynamic economy, and shape their destinies within the metaverse. Originally launched on Solana, Yaku now supports Ethereum, Avalanche, Arbitrum, Polygon, and XAI. Eli Alegria, Head of BD and CMO at Yaku Corp, commented: 

"We are excited to partner with XAI to enhance the Yaku experience. XAI's L3 architecture is ideal for our metaverse, ensuring players can interact, transact, and explore smoothly within Yaku. This partnership is a key part of our expansion, welcoming a new community into the Yakuverse."

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Details of Partnership with XAI

XAI's L3 blockchain is designed to meet the needs of Yaku's ambitious project. XAI provides fast transaction speeds, low fees, and enhanced security - all essential features for delivering a smooth player experience in the Yaku metaverse. The blockchain handles over 9 million daily transactions and connects over 1.3 million wallets. Soby, a core contributor to XAI, commented: 

"This partnership highlights the potential of Web3 gaming with XAI's blockchain infrastructure. XAI's technology is built to support complex, immersive gaming experiences like Yaku. We look forward to supporting Yaku's players and advancing immersive gameplay."

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Tournament Overview

Scheduled to commence with Qualifying Rounds from July 15th, 12:00 PM UTC, to July 21st, 6:00 PM UTC, the Tournament of the Kami invites players to showcase their combat skills in a free-for-all format. During this phase, the primary goal is to accumulate the highest number of kills, with no penalties for deaths incurred.

Following the Qualifying Rounds, the top 10 players from the leaderboard will advance to the Final Round. Scheduled tentatively for July 23rd (final date to be confirmed 48 hours prior), this phase introduces a unique set of rules that will challenge participants with undisclosed modifications to gameplay, map selection, or victory conditions.

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Eligibility, Participation, Rules and Prizes

Participation in the Tournament of the Kami is open to all players globally, provided they create a free EpicID account and download Yaku from the Epic Games Store. This ensures accessibility for anyone interested in competing in this prestigious event.

Yaku Corp emphasizes fair play and competitive integrity throughout the tournament. Rules are in place to prevent cheating, unsportsmanlike conduct, and boosting tactics. Violations of these rules will result in disqualification and potential bans from future events.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the rules and regulations:

• Cheating: Any attempt to gain an unfair advantage through unauthorized modifications, exploits, or third-party software will result in immediate disqualification.

• Unsportsmanlike Conduct: Abusive language, harassment, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disqualification and potential future bans.

• Boosting: All kills will be audited, any attempt to boost the kill count with alt or bot accounts will be discovered, and all guilty parties banned from all future contests.

Winners will be determined based on their performance in both the Qualifying and Final Rounds, with specific details regarding prizes to be announced at a later date. The top performer in the Final Round will emerge victorious based on the undisclosed ruleset provided.

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Final Thoughts

For more information about the tournament, including updates on rules, registration, and prizes, please visit the official Yaku Corp website at Yaku.gg or follow @YakuCorp on social media platforms. Don’t miss this chance to demonstrate your gaming prowess and compete with players from around the world in the Tournament of the Kami!