The NSL has decided to host a Newcomer Tournament on September 30, 2017. The last NSL Newcomer Tournament included 56 Players across 8 Teams that played 14 Bo3 amazing Matches in a Double elimination Bracket over 2 Days. Sign-ups are now underway and more information can be found below or by visiting the ensl.org website. What is the Newcomer Tournament 2017 and what can I/we win ? The ENSL.org Newcomer Tournament is an opportunity for all the players (rookie or veteran) to test their skill in a competitive environment balanced for 6vs6. You can find a rundown of the differences between the normal and competitive balance (Comp Mod) at http://www.ensl.org/articles/998 Every participant receives as special treat a in-game badge. The teams that make it to the finals will receive either a first or second place badge. Everybody else that shows up and plays a match will get a participation badge.  Newcomer tournament will happen: 30 September 2017 start 19 CET / 13 EST till 23-24 CEST / 17-18 EST 1 October 2017 start 19 CET / 13 EST till 23-24 CEST / 17-18 EST On the maps: Tram,  Veil,  Summit,  Biodome,  Descent We will use Teamspeak 3 for communication. Please show up for the Tournament on 30 September 2017 at 18:30 CEST / 12:30PM on the ENSL TS3 Server: IP: ensl.org Channel: Newcomer Tournament 2017 ReadyRoom You can download Teamspeak 3 at https://www.teamspeak.com/teamspeak3 . Please make sure you have it set up before the tournament starts. Till when can I/we Sign up?: Signups for the Tournament will end on the 29 September 2017 on  22:00 CEST / 16 EST Who can sign up ?: Anybody who hasn’t participated in any season of Natural Selection 2 tournaments of the NSL can sign up as regular player. Everybody else is free to sign up as Coach. Where do I Join Up ?

1. Register an account at ensl.org (This video explains the process till 2:32)
2. Click here and click [Request to join]
3. Introduce yourself and if you want to play with Friends in a Team mention it there. (IF YOU DON’T FIND YOURSELF IN THE LIST DON’T PANIC WE UPDATE IT DAILY)

What is ENSL.org ? The Natural Selection League (NSL) is an organization that provides a platform for all Natural Selection 2 players for organized and competitive play. The vision of the NSL is to gather Natural Selection 2 players for international organized play. At its very core, we would simply like games to be played, in the hopes that this fosters tangible and meaningful relationships among its participants. We realize that its participants span the range of commitment, skill, and time zones and will do everything possible to cater to everyone’s needs and create the most enjoyable experience. How are the teams arranged ? We will create team lists internally with these criteria:

1. Nation/Continent (for low ping)
2. Wants to play together with….
3. Skill and if you will/can command

We will post a list of the teams here: http://www.ensl.org/forums/31 If people have complaints please voice them in the given forum thread and we will try to adjust the list accordingly. How should i get used to 6vs 6 games ? We strongly advise all players who wish to take part to read some - Competitive NS2 tutorials in the Forum: http://ensl.org/forums/22 - And check out the Training Sessions Videos: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrObK5b36GPoQsXJGT1V_LkbnrpkEb8nV To test your then gained knowledge play some Gathers: How to play Gathers (They usually happen often from 20:00 CEST to 4:00 CEST)