This chess competition can be summarised according to the following five core concepts:

Chess:  All FIDE chess rules apply.
Climate: The game is played outside using large chess pieces.
Clan:  A minimum of five players per team.
Clock: A time limit will be determined before every competition.
Calmness: No communication (verbal or non-verbal) will be allowed among team members, opponents or spectators.

The general chess format will be as follows:

• Two teams with a minimum of five players compete. One reserve per team will be allowed.
• The time limit per team will be determined before every competition. A comfortable time limit is 20 minutes a side.
• The team members stand behind one another in such a manner that everyone is able to see the chessboard.
• The front player of the team playing white moves the first chess piece, presses the chess clock and stands in the queue.
• The front player of the opponents (black pieces) moves next, presses the clock and stands in the queue.
• The second, third, fourth and fifth players follow the pattern.

With every game official arbiters will be appointed to supervise the following:

• Correct moves according to FIDE chess rules.
• No verbal or non-verbal communication.
• Touching a piece without moving the piece is against the rules.
• General discipline to be maintained.
• Winner and loser are officially announced after each game.

Results to be officially recorded in order to ensure fair further play-offs in the championship or plate competition.