Ashfall Lore

They call the island Sakhal, but the name doesn’t matter anymore. The map’s been buried under snow and time. The only thing that still moves here is the wind — and it cuts like glass.

They say there used to be life here once. Villages, outposts, even research stations. But the world changed. The skies dimmed. The cold came faster than anyone could adapt. Now, all that’s left are bones in frozen soil and the ghosts of those who thought they could outlast the frost.

Supplies are rare, warmth rarer. The storms come without warning, swallowing sound and sight alike. Out there, among the ruins and wreckage, survivors fight for scraps, for shelter, for the high ground. Because on Sakhal, even a hill can mean the difference between life and death.

There are no heroes here. No alliances that last longer than a match’s flame.
Only the brutal truth whispered through the blizzard:

No warmth. No escape. No mercy.

About the Event

Ashfall is our most brutal King of the Hill event yet. You’ll drop into the frozen wasteland of Sakhal — a custom, lore-driven map where survival isn’t guaranteed, it’s earned. Form a team (max 4 players) or go solo. The objective is simple: take the hill, hold it, and survive the cold long enough to call it yours.

Map features include:

• A fortified base built for savage, close-quarters combat
• Dynamic supply drops with escalating rewards
• Hidden easter eggs and lore fragments for the curious
• Snow-covered terrain and limited visibility that test every skill you have

Event Time

Saturday, December 13, 2025 – 18:00 GMT

Start times by region:

• London – 18:00 GMT
• Paris / Berlin – 19:00 CET
• New York – 1:00 PM EST
• Chicago – 12:00 PM CST
• Denver – 11:00 AM MST
• Los Angeles – 10:00 AM PST

Event duration: Approximately 4 hours

Rules

Be On Time

Join your team’s Discord channel at least 10 minutes before the event begins.
The server password will be posted in #Ashfall-Important-Announcement when it’s time to drop in.

No Cheating, Exploiting, or Combat Logging

This includes ESP, aimbots, glitching, duping, or any other unfair advantage.
Play fair — skill and strategy win here, not scripts and exploits.

Team Name Format

Make sure your in-game name includes your team number so scoring works correctly.
Example: Team 5 – SpectreRobin

If your name isn’t formatted properly, your team may not earn points or could face penalties.

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Discord & Voice Chat

All players must be in the event Discord. This ensures admins can reach you quickly if something needs to be addressed — and that you can reach them just as easily if you run into a problem.

Once you’ve met up with your teammates in-game, switch to in-game voice chat for all communication. This isn’t just a rule — it’s what makes Ashfall come alive. The shoutcasters will be broadcasting the event live, following the chaos as it unfolds.

Whether your squad’s singing songs to stay warm, celebrating a base takeover, or taunting enemies over the PA system, those moments are what make the event so damn fun to watch. Using in-game chat keeps the experience authentic and immersive — for you, your viewers, and everyone tuning in to the shoutcasters’ stream.

Conduct & Meta Rules

No Meta or Stream Sniping

Watching another player’s stream, relaying information, or acting on intel from outside the game (meta-gaming) will result in an immediate ban. If you didn’t learn it in-game, don’t act on it. Keep the competition fair for everyone — especially the streamers broadcasting live.

Voice & Streamer Etiquette

The base PA system projects sound across the area. It’s a powerful tool — use it wisely.

• No music or copyrighted audio (it can trigger DMCA strikes and get streamers in trouble).
• In-character banter and taunting are encouraged — hype up your team, gloat after a takeover, talk some smack — just keep it entertaining and within reason.
• No hate speech, discrimination, or harassment of any kind.

Your voice chat is part of the show. Play it up, have fun, and make the broadcast something everyone wants to watch.

Respect Players & Staff

Toxic behavior, harassment, or griefing outside intended game mechanics will not be tolerated. Treat everyone — teammates, rivals, and admins — with basic respect.

Follow Event Objectives

Play within the spirit of the event. Don’t hide, stall, or disrupt gameplay. Compete, contribute, and keep the energy high.

Reporting & Enforcement

If something goes wrong or you suspect cheating, contact an admin via Discord DM or the help channel immediately.
Admin decisions are final.
Rules may be updated or clarified at any time to maintain fair play.

Objective

Your mission is simple — survive the cold and claim the hill.

• Link up with your team (or go solo)
• Gear up from supply drops scattered across Sakhal
• Push toward the Frozen Geothermal Basin
• Take the base and hold it against all challengers

Points are awarded every 20 minutes based on how many teammates are inside the perimeter during scoring intervals. The team with the most points when the storm settles — wins Ashfall.

Team Signups

Max team size: 4 players
Flying solo? We’ll match you with a squad — or face the cold alone like a legend.

Form your team, gear up, and prepare to fight for the last warm place left on Sakhal.