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# Squad Formation

## **How to Create a Squad Before the Tournament Starts**

✔ Squads are created **manually** by filling out an [**Application Form**.](https://forms.gle/s9AH6tp97d3xWMjw8)\
✔ Once submitted, you’ll receive a **referral link** to **invite members** and grow your squad.

#### **📌 What You’ll Need to Provide in the Form:**

📝 **Squad Name** (*This will appear on the leaderboard*).\
📄 **Squad Description** (*Visible in the squad page*).\
[🖼️](https://emojipedia.org/framed-picture) **Squad Picture** (Visible on the leaderboard).\
💬 **Telegram Account** (*For communication*).\
🔗 **Wallet Address** (*For verification*).

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### ✅ **Squad Participation Mechanics**

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✔ **Squad Lock-In:** Once a trader joins a squad, they **cannot leave or switch teams** during the tournament.\
✔ **Referral Links:** Traders **must use a referral link** from a **squad leader** or **organizer** to join a squad.

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### **⏳ Tournament Requirements**

✔ **Minimum Squad Size:** Your squad must have **at least 10 members.**\
✔ **Squad Creator Deposit:** The **Squad Creator** must deposit **at least 100 USDT** on the exchange. *(Don't worry—your funds remain fully yours and won’t be locked or deducted! 💰)*

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### **❌ What Happens to Squads with Fewer Than 10 Members?**

* Squads **with fewer than 10 members** will **NOT be eligible for prizes.**

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