🎉 WELCOME TO… THE “WORLD’S NOTABLE BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION🎉
We thought about going with that, but let’s be real if we actually named it the WNBA, no one would watch. That’s why we went with Court Kings, the fan-driven league where you control everything. Create your player, trash talk on social media, spark rivalries, demand trades, and watch as your choices shape every moment on the court. Weekly recaps, surprise events, and unpredictable drama make every game unforgettable. Step onto the court, claim your crown, and prove who really rules because this isn’t going to be neglected like the WNBA.
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🏀 OFFICIAL RULEBOOK — Court Kings
0. League Size + Teams
League size is determined entirely by user participation.
Team structure and formatting will also be decided once player numbers are known.
1. Players (Users)
Every user creates a player with:
name
position
archetype/playstyle
personality
signature traits/moves
Optional: Users can request a specific type of teammate (e.g., a shooter, a defensive anchor, a pass-first guard). Requests will be considered but are not guaranteed.
Player choices and behavior directly influence in-game performance and storylines.
2. Rivalries & Alliances
Track personal rivalries between players or teams. Rivalries influence:
match intensity (higher stats for rivals)
narrative events (“heated post-game fight”)
Allow alliances or friendship networks that positively affect chemistry.
3. Random Events / Chaos
Weekly or surprise events can shake up the league:
“Star player injured in a weird accident”
“Locker room argument erupts”
“Viral moment boosts popularity”
“Unexpected trade offer from the league”
Users can vote on or suggest events.
4. Fan Interaction
Fan voting for:
Player of the Week
All-Star selections
“Most dramatic moment”
Please try not to vote for yourself — although we can’t stop you, it’s more fun to vote for others.
Fan polls can affect momentum, popularity, or award outcomes.
5. Awards & Achievements
Fun or serious awards at the end of cycles or seasons:
MVP, Best Rookie, Sixth Man
Clutch Player of the Week
Player of the Week/Month
6. Seasonal Story Arcs
Introduce season-long narratives:
Rivalries escalating across weeks
Players chasing records
Midseason “shake-ups” that force chaos
Can include social media arcs, scandals, or redemption stories.
7. Special Events
Players may be invited to basketball events not directly associated with the league, such as exhibition games, charity events, or fantasy tournaments.
These events can influence:
momentum
fan popularity
storylines
8. Game Simulation
Games are simulated using:
attributes
team chemistry
momentum
drama level
matchups
random elements
Each simulation produces:
final score
box scores
highlights and key moments
short narrative descriptions
9. Player Choices
Before games, users can submit instructions such as:
“Take more threes”
“Focus on defense”
“Go for 40 points”
“Prioritize passing for chemistry”
“Target _ this game”
These choices affect how the simulation treats each player.
10. Media & Social System
Interviews
Players answer post-game questions. Responses influence:
chemistry
rivalries
momentum
drama
Twitter/X Posts
Players can post memes, trash talk, hype, jokes, or cryptic messages. Effects include:
popularity boost
chemistry changes
rivalry escalation
drama spikes
storyline generation
Formatting rules:
If your player is directly saying something, end it with "- player name".
If your player is posting on a social media platform, end it with "(player name, social media platform)".
It is highly encouraged to reply to others, as interactions make the league more dynamic and interesting.
Press Conferences
Long statements shape major arcs:
guarantees → target on your back
complaints → chemistry drop / role changes
shots at opponents → rivalry events
demanding touches → increased usage
demanding trades → potential trade negotiations or team drama
11. Drama System
Each player has a Drama Meter (0–100).
Drama increases from:
trash talk
subtweets
calling out teammates
rumors
losing streaks
High drama can trigger:
chemistry problems
role adjustments
surprise storylines
intense matchups
12. Chemistry System
Team chemistry 0–100, impacts ball movement, defense, and efficiency.
Chemistry rises from:
praising teammates
good interviews
winning
team-friendly behavior
Chemistry falls from:
selfish behavior
subtweets
high drama
13. Momentum System
Momentum shifts based on:
streaks
clutch moments
bold statements
team energy
High momentum = better clutch performance
Low momentum = inconsistency
14. Season Structure
Flexible based on player count, but typically:
Preseason
Regular season
All-Star events
Playoffs
Finals
Off-season (draft, trades, new players)
Weekly Recaps:
Once the league starts, there will be weekly recaps posted 2–3 times per week.
Not all teams are guaranteed to appear in every recap, but highlights and key storylines from the league will be covered.
15. Player Progression
Players develop through:
performance
activity
chemistry
story arcs (breakouts, slumps, revenge games)
Players can gain new badges, traits, or signature abilities over time.
16. Possibilities
Other league possibilities include:
trades
free agency
injuries
suspensions
expansion
midseason joiners
These may be implemented as the league evolves.