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2017 NA LCS Spring Finals Survival Guide

Riot·4/11/2017, 5:42:50 PM·2 votes·18,522 views

TL;DR

  • 2017 NA Spring Finals weekend takes place on April 22-23 at the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver, BC.
  • The 3rd place match is on Saturday and 1st place on Sunday.
  • Cloud9, FlyQuest, Phoenix1, and TSM will face-off at Finals weekend.
  • The event will begin as early as 12:00 PM PT, immediately following the EU LCS broadcast.
  • Doors open at 10:30 AM and we’ll have pre-game activities inside the venue.

The end of Spring Playoffs will be wrapped up at the NA LCS Spring Finals weekend. At the end of the event, one team will be crowned split champions winning a sick trophy, a championship banner to be awarded at the start of Summer Split, and a ticket to the 2017 Mid-Season Invitational to represent North America. Don’t miss the final clash of the top four NA LCS teams on April 22-23 live from Vancouver, British Columbia:

GETTING THERE

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How do I get to the Pacific Coliseum?

Pacific Coliseum is located at 100 North Renfrew Street, Vancouver B.C. V5K 3N7. 

For directions via automobile and public transportation information, head to Maps & Directions to the PNE. There is a site map available here.

Where is Will Call?

Will Call is located at the TicketLeader Box Office outside of Pacific Coliseum. For ticketed events, the Box Office will open at 9:00 AM, doors open at 10:30.  You will receive your tickets 48 hours before the games via the email address you used to purchase tickets. You can print them out or use a digital copy on your phone.

If your phone screen is cracked or damaged, we may not be able to scan your tickets so you may need to pick up a physical copy at Will Call. Don’t forget to bring ID and credit card to pick up tickets at Will Call.

WHAT TO DO

 

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When should I show up?

The Box Office will open at 9:00 AM and doors open at 10:30 AM local time or Pacific Time (PT) during the event.

We’ll have the EU LCS Spring Finals broadcast being shown in the venue and be some pre-game activities for ticket holders including the opportunity to take a photo with the non-competing teams

Wait...I can take a photo with the Spring Finals teams?

Non-competing teams will be only available before the games until 11:45 AM PT to take photos with fans. For example, if TSM is competing on Sunday, TSM will be taking photos on Saturday morning.

Here's the final pre-game photo schedule from 10:30-11:45 AM PT: 

  • Saturday: Cloud9 and TSM
  • Sunday: FlyQuest and Phoenix1

Please note that purchasing an event ticket and arriving before the games begin does not guarantee a photo with a team. You can increase your chance of obtaining a photo with your favorite team by showing up early (doors at 10:30 AM). A valid ticket for the day is require to access the experience.

Autographs, selfies, gifts, and single player photos (i.e. you can’t take a photo with just Hauntzer) will not be allowed in order in order to make sure as many ticket holders as possible can get photos.  If you have a gift or something you want to give to a team or player, please give to the Rioters working inside and they’ll deliver it to them. All gifts will be searched by security and must be in accordance with items allowed inside the venue policy. 

How do I get my photos from the event?

We'll share details on-site on how you can get your personal photos with teams and you can grab them here.

As with our other esports events, we’ll also have event photos posted on Flickr.  

Will photos with teams be available post-game too?

Unfortunately, no. If you want to take a photo with a certain team, we recommend that you make plans to come early on the day that they will not be playing. If you want to try to get a TSM or Cloud9 photo, come early on Saturday and for FLY or P1, come early on Sunday. 

What about the on-air team? Can I get a photo with Azael?

Since our on-air team has a tight schedule and need to get ready before the games, we can’t guarantee their availability pre-show. Stay tuned to your favorite’s caster social media accounts and he’ll post if he can come out and say hi.

Please do not line-up near the casting booth or analyst desk as these lines will be ganked by event staff and security.

What else will be happening before the event?

We’ll have a variety of pre-show activities inside the venue including a real-life loading screen to pose in with friends, awesome team-branded eye blacks, a sign-making station, and some surprise swag. Come early to check it all out before the games begin.

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What teams are playing?

Cloud9, FlyQuest, Phoenix1, and TSM.

What games are being played?

  • Saturday, April 22: Phoenix1 vs. FlyQuest - Best of 5 (3rd place match)
  • Sunday, April 23: Cloud9 vs. TSM - Best of 5 (Finals)

The Finals weekend schedule will be determined immediately after the conclusion of Semifinals on April 15-16.

When does the event start?

The event will begin on both April 22-23 as early as 12:00 PM PT, immediately following the EU LCS broadcast.

Is re-entry available?

No, once you exit the venue, you cannot re-enter.

Will there be swag at the event?

Yes, we’ll be handing out swag pre-show. We will also be tossing out swag before and after each match.

Will there be merch?

Yep, we’ll have limited quantities merch available inside the venue. Here’s everything that we’ll be bringing with us to Pacific Coliseum so you can plan your haul:

All on-site prices are listed as Canadian Dollars (CAD).

Hoodies & Jackets

  • LoL Hoodie (Women's) - $65.00 
  • LoL Hoodie (unisex) - $65.00
  • Corki Flyer Hoodie (unisex) - $60.00 
  • Special on-site sneak peek - Yasuo Premium Hoodie (unisex) - $110.00 

T-Shirts

Figures

Plush

Hats

Accessories

  • Bilgewater Mousepad - $20.00
  • Project Wristband - $10.00 

Posters

WHAT TO BRING

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Can I bring a camera? Can I take photos / videos at the event?

We encourage photos and videos from your seat but leave monopods, selfie sticks, tripods, and large rigs at home. Generally, anything that can block the view or disrupt the experience of the others around you is a no-go.

Any photos taken are for personal use only and may not be sold, licensed or distributed.

What items are not allowed inside the venue?

Anything that can distract the players or interrupt the event will not be allowed in the venue including air horns, vuvuzelas, beach balls, laser pointers, etc. A list of prohibited items is available here. All final decisions on items entering the facility shall be at the sole discretion of Riot, Pacific Coliseum security and the Vancouver Police.  If you are cosplaying, check the Cosplay Section below for all the details about what the PNE allows inside the venue.

Are signs and banners allowed? Will there be a place where I can make my own?

Signs and banners are allowed as long as they do not exceed 22x28 (standard poster board) and do not obstruct other attendees. We will have a sign making station with pens and poster boards if you don’t want to bring one with you.

Guests whose signs or banners frequently obstruct others will be asked to put them away by event staff. All signs are subject to review by event staff and any signs that are deemed offensive will be confiscated and not returned.

Can I bring a backpack?

Yes, small backpacks and purses are fine as long as they fit under your seat.  Luggage including large backpacks and bags will not be allowed into the building. You should also be aware that all bags are subject to search before being allowed into Pacific Coliseum.

Is there a coat check? Can I check my bags or luggage?

There is not a coat check at the venue. We do not have space available to check bags or luggage.

Where can I smoke and vape?

In accordance with the Vancouver Park Board Smoking Regulation Bylaw, all buildings and the grounds within the Pacific National Exhibition including Pacific Coliseum are non-smoking. Please plan accordingly because once you step onto PNE grounds, you’ll be unable to smoke or vape and there are no in and out privileges at the event.

WHAT TO EAT + DRINK

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Will there be food for sale during the event?

Yes, concessions will be available.

Will there be alcohol for sale?

Yes, alcohol will be available. Brolaf reminds you to please drink responsibly.  

Can I bring my own food / drink?

No, outside food is not allowed inside the venue.

STAKES

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What’s on the line at NA Spring Finals?

The winner of NA Spring Finals will not only win the coveted championship title but also represent North America at the 2017 Mid-Season Invitational in Brazil.

Teams will also be competing for championship points (circuit points) for a chance to qualify for the 2017 World Championship in the Fall. Here’s a breakdown of the points up for grabs at Spring Finals weekend:

  • 1st place - 90 points and will represent NA at MSI 2017
  • 2nd place - 70 points
  • 3rd place - 50 points
  • 4th place - 30 points
  • 5th-6th place (CLG and DIG) - 10 points

COSPLAY

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Is there a cosplay entrance?​

No, all cosplayers will enter through the main gates.

What is the cosplay policy?

While we encourage cosplay at our esports events, the venue does have a strict policy of no masks or weapons including replicas inside the venue. However, cosplayers may wear masks and weapon props outside the venue as long as they follow our cosplay policy (see below). Upon entering the Coliseum, all cosplayers will need to check their masks and props at our cosplay station before they can go to their seats.

NA LCS Spring Finals Cosplay Rules:

  • All final decisions on costumes entering the facility shall be at the sole discretion of the Vancouver Police Department, Riot, and/or Pacific Coliseum staff.
  • Your costume must be not be wider than 4 feet across, longer than 6 feet, or taller than 8 feet. Additionally, you must be able to easily maneuver your costume over stairs or ramps unassisted. You must also be able to sit in your seat while wearing your costume. There is no re-entry policy so if you leave to take off your costume, you will not be able to return to the venue.
  • You must have unobstructed vision at all times (i.e., must not need to remove a piece of your costume in order to see).
  • Armor cannot pose a threat to others by way of sharpened metal edges, spikes, or bladed surfaces.
  • All swords or bladed weapons must be blunt-edged and cannot have a sharpened edge (no metallic or predominantly wooden weapons). No weapon may be sharp or pointy enough to cut or pierce someone with moderate pressure, or heavy enough to create a threatening club. Note: Worbla will be permitted, pending that it follows the above weapon restrictions.
  • You may not bring firearms of any kind including air guns or cap guns, as well as any replica weapon (i.e., facsimiles or realistic versions of real-world weapons). Any firearm must be clearly of prop nature, and cosplayers will be responsible for proving that any potential firearm is non-dischargeable.
  • Any bow-type weapons must be unstrung or strung with a low-tensile thread. All prop arrows must have non-metal, blunted tips.
  • You may not include liquids, gels, or other substances which could cause a mess. (This will be at the discretion of Vancouver Police Department, Riot, and/or Pacific Coliseum staff).
  • You may not use smoke effects, fire, explosives, or any other environmental hazard in any capacity.
  • You may display your prop weapons only as costume pieces. Do not swing or brandish your prop in any way that could be considered unsafe or threatening.
  • You may pose with a prop in a brandishing manner, so long as no reasonable person would interpret for anything other than dramatic effect. Local police, event staff, or management may stop you at their sole discretion.
  • All masks and weapon props are allowed outside the venue but must be check at our cosplay station when entering the Coliseum.

Everyone attending the NA LCS Spring Finals will need to have a valid ticket in order to enter the event.

Any additional cosplay questions? On-site repair needed? Reach out to Jynx (@RiotJynx) on Twitter.

SECURITY + CONDUCT

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Will I be searched? Is there a Pat Down Policy?

In order to provide a safe environment, you and your belongings may be searched upon entry into the venue. By tendering the ticket and entering the venue, you consent to such searches. If you elect not to consent to the searches, you will be denied entry into the venue. Also, the premises are monitored by video camera, please be aware that your movements may be recorded by the venue.

Anything else I need to know?

As a final note, all attendees are expected to behave in accordance with PNE’s Code of Conduct policy. Local police, event staff, or management may remove you from the event for violating the fan behavior policy at their sole discretion.

If you have any additional questions about NA Spring Finals, let us know in the comments.

Josh “RiotNatural20” Thaler is one of our Esports Events Leads. His team is focused on bringing the live action of the NA LCS Finals to new locations. He’s passionate about leveling up the fan experience at esports events, developing high performing teams, and Star Wars. Behind the scenes, he uses his background in building processes, software development, and operations to create a world class support team for Finals weekend. When he’s not on the Rift, he’s a knight and not just the Jedi kind. You can find him on Twitter as @RiotNatural20.


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59 Comments

Tuazon4/21/2017, 2:00:56 AM2 votes

Will we be able to get autographs from teams we get pictures with?

Moofey4/15/2017, 10:07:52 PM2 votes

For anyone who is taking a bus to the Coliseum: From downtown, the 95 (SFU B-Line) will take you to Hastings and Renfrew, and then the Coliseum is a short walk to the north. If you're taking SkyTrain partway, take the 16 (Arbutus) from either 29th Avenue (Expo Line) or Renfrew (Millenium Line), and as above get off at Hastings & Renfrew and walk north. From the northeast, a combination of the 701 (Coquitlam Central Station), the 160 (Kootenay Loop) and the 95 (Burrard Station B-Line) will get you to Hastings & Renfrew. You can also hop on the Millenium Line at Coquitlam Central instead, but from experience, going the 160 is potentially faster, and all three buses are frequent. (Every 15 for the 701 and 160, and even more on the 95) Fares are $2.75 CAD for the entire system (less if you're using a Compass card) on Saturday and Sunday, and includes unlimited transfers within 90 minutes. If you're a visitor that's planning on getting around mainly by bus, you may also be interested in a compass card. At this point it would be safe to assume it's too late to order one to be sent out, though. Any further information can be found on the local transit authority website.

It should also be noted that there is no ridesharing (Uber, Lyft, etc...) in Vancouver, so if you're looking at getting a ride from someone, it'll be by taxi.

And for those driving in, all parking around the Coliseum and the PNE is pay parking. Depending on local awareness, you may or may not have residents offering their own driveways for a price. (This used to be a big practice back when the Canucks played at the Coliseum. Dunno if it's even legal for them now.)

For those staying in downtown Vancouver overnight, keep in mind that the Vancouver Sun Run is happening in the morning and that detours and delays could happen.

mash45p4/18/2017, 3:18:08 AM2 votes

Coming from Kamloops with 3 friends to watch both days. Going to be amazing. Getting pictures with TSM is a dream. This is going to be a great weekend. TSM. TSM. TSM. TSM.

axetnollim4/13/2017, 3:28:04 PM1 votes

When will tickets be on sale?

Rurucia4/15/2017, 4:59:40 AM1 votes

Is there any way possible to get autographs?

TheRaydude3884/20/2017, 1:07:52 AM1 votes

Do all the merch prices include tax already?

Tuazon4/15/2017, 11:52:08 PM1 votes

Will I be able to purchase merchandise with a credit/debit card?

CrimsomKnight4/17/2017, 7:49:52 AM1 votes

I was wondering, if me and my friends have tickets for the finals on Sunday, would it still be possible for us to come in on Saturday to get photos with TSM and C9?

ScuffedYasuoMain4/11/2017, 10:29:58 PM1 votes

How much will the yasuo hoodie and the spring finals t shirt and if you guys manage to get the team jerseys how much will they be? Will there even be ones for the team who didnt make it such as CLG?

peytoneshk4/18/2017, 5:40:20 AM1 votes

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justoh4/18/2017, 6:42:51 AM1 votes

Will Team Merch be available?

marvic4/18/2017, 6:57:29 AM1 votes

Do you know the exact prices for the merchandise available there?

schleich Walross4/18/2017, 1:50:55 PM1 votes

shouldnt the games be reversed? isnt c9 vs tsm on sunday not saturday

Unwiped Butt4/19/2017, 6:47:25 PM1 votes

My question is, will there be lanyards for sale!?

OMGSoAnnoying4/19/2017, 7:45:48 PM1 votes

"...these lines will be ganked by event staff and security."

Confirmed, the event staff and security are all junglers and they keep the announcers' area warded.

neatfeet4/11/2017, 10:35:23 PM1 votes

Any stroller restrictions? My daughter is going to be joining us, but she's heavy....

pieman100014/13/2017, 4:58:07 AM1 votes

Will I have any issues going through security with a turban?