Twisted Tournament FAQ

Welcome to the exhilarating world of Twisted Tournament! Prepare for a writing challenge that will push your creativity to the limits.

The Essentials

Twisted Tourney is an innovative writing contest designed to challenge and inspire. Here's what you need to know:

  • Three rounds of intense writing, each with unique challenges
  • Two balanced competing groups
  • Cross-group judging after all rounds
  • Eight-day judging period
  • Six winners per round (three per group)
  • Two overall champions
Creative Elements

Each round features unique creative elements:

  • No strict DQ rules for element usage
  • Focus on impressing judges with creative interpretation
  • Limited rerolls available for some elements
Remember: You are the judges! What would you want to see?
Contest Process
  1. Access prompts on your contests page
  2. Write within timeframe
  3. Submit via submission button
  4. Complete all three rounds
  5. Judge assigned stories
  6. Rank stories by preference
Writing and judging participation required for round eligibility
Judging & Scoring
  • Judge 5 stories per round
  • Receive ~5 evaluations
  • Drag-and-drop ranking interface
  • Optional feedback system
  • Points based on rankings
  • Overall score = sum of round scores
Focus on creative interpretation and overall quality when judging
Word Count Rules
  • Each round has specific limits
  • Titles required (not counted)
  • No exceeding word limit
  • Under-limit submissions allowed
Make every word count in your storytelling!
Community Guidelines
  • Group-specific forums for privacy
  • Share ideas and seek advice
  • Maintain respectful attitude
  • Report concerns to moderators
Focus on growth and enjoyment as writers!