#+title: Autoduel faq

* Frequently Asked Questions

** What is Steelcore Arena™?
Steelcore Arena™ is the premier autoduel combat league where drivers pit custom-engineered vehicles against each other in high-speed, weaponized arenas for fame, sponsorship, and survival.

** Is this legal?
In most Free Zones, yes. Steelcore Arena™ operates under the Autonomous Combat Sports Accord (ACSA) and adheres to all jurisdictional combat licensing requirements. Outside the Accord... well, you're on your own.

** Can anyone compete?
Applicants must be at least 21 years old, possess a valid combat driver license (CDL), and pass psychometric resilience screening. Sponsorship from a certified guild or manufacturer is recommended but not required.

** How do I build a duel-ready vehicle?
You can build from scratch or modify an existing chassis. All vehicles must pass Steelcore’s compliance inspection: weight limits, power caps, and weapons-grade restrictions (see the Rulebook, Section 4.2.7).

** What weapons are allowed?
Blades, spike launchers, grav mines, flamers, EMP nets, and low-yield kinetic railguns are permitted in Tier 1–3 brackets. No energy disintegrators, neural scramblers, or orbital support unless pre-approved.

** How do eliminations work?
Matches continue until a vehicle is disabled, its driver submits, or the referee drone declares a winner. Incapacitated drivers are extracted by Steelcore MedEvac (if insurance was purchased).

** Can I watch live?
Absolutely. Steelcore Arena™ matches are broadcast across all major NetSims and freecast on channel 117. Premium VR seats include biometric sync and full-cockpit immersion.

** What happens if I die?
Your winnings (if any) will be distributed according to your signed Last Wager Contract. Steelcore Arena™ is not responsible for lost bets, vaporized remains, or unauthorized posthumous clones.

** How do I bet?
Use the Steelcore App, available on all neural-band devices. Wagers must be placed before ignition. Insider betting is punishable by termination (with prejudice).

** Where can I read the full rules?
Download the official Rulebook at `steelcore.arena/rules` or request a printed copy from any sanctioned dome kiosk. Updates posted weekly.Autoduel Faq
