BAR lobby etiquette: boss voting, noob lobbies, and leaving map messages
TAMBAR lobbies have social rules newer players miss. Boss voting works through host privileges, noob lobbies sometimes hide mismatched skill brackets, and in-game map messages matter for team coordination.
the lobby boss problem
Lobby bosses hold host privileges in BAR. When a boss becomes unresponsive or refuses to start, other players wait. The voting system lets players vote to unboss the host, though the boss can cancel before resolution. The practical approach is to leave the lobby after a few minutes of silence and find another room.
noob lobbies that are not really noob friendly
Some lobbies label themselves noob friendly while stacking one team with high-rated players. The matchmaking system does not automatically prevent mismatched lobbies in unranked rooms. Players need to check the rating range listed in the lobby browser before joining.
leaving messages on the map
Communication extends beyond team chat. Ping and draw tools leave visual markers on terrain that teammates see in real time. Drawing rings around enemy positions, placing arrows for attack directions, and marking build spots all help coordinate complex engagements.
creed of champions
Creed of Champions organizes regular team events with clear announcements and balanced matchmaking. All matches are organized internally with verified skill levels and transparent team composition.
[Crd] Before discovering Creed, I was thinking the only thing that separates BAR from the perfect RTS is a friendly and safe social environment for new players to learn and feel included.