Official Rules — The Relay

A skill-based puzzle contest. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited.

1. Sponsor

This contest ("The Relay") is sponsored and operated by [SPONSOR LLC NAME], [ADDRESS] ("Sponsor").

2. Eligibility

Open to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. Employees of Sponsor and their immediate family members are not eligible. Void where prohibited or restricted by law.

3. Contest Period

The contest begins on [START DATE] and ends when the prize is claimed and verified, or on [END DATE], whichever occurs first. Sponsor's clock is the official timekeeper.

4. How to Participate

Participation consists of solving a series of skill-based puzzles presented on this website and, for the final stage, retrieving a physical container located on publicly accessible property. No purchase, payment, or registration is necessary to participate or win. Providing an email address is optional and is used only to send contest-related updates.

5. Determination of Winner

The first eligible person to (a) complete the final puzzle stage, (b) retrieve the designated container, and (c) complete verification per the instructions inside the container will be the winner. One (1) winner total. Verification requires a photograph and contact within 72 hours per the enclosed instructions.

6. Prize

One (1) prize consisting of [PRIZE DESCRIPTION]. Approximate retail value: [$ARV]. The winner is responsible for any applicable taxes. No substitution or transfer except at Sponsor's sole discretion.

7. Conduct and Safety

Participants must comply with all applicable laws at all times, including traffic and trespass laws.
The final container is located on publicly accessible property and does not require entering private property, restricted areas, or dangerous locations. Any solution appearing to require otherwise is a misreading.
Do not dig, damage property, disturb wildlife, or interfere with other participants.
Participation is at your own risk. By participating, you release Sponsor from any liability arising from participation to the fullest extent permitted by law.

8. General Conditions

Sponsor reserves the right to disqualify any participant who tampers with the operation of the contest or acts in violation of these rules, and to modify, suspend, or terminate the contest if it cannot be conducted as planned. Winner determination is based on skill; chance plays no part in determining the winner. This contest is governed by the laws of the State of [STATE].

9. Privacy

Email addresses collected are used solely for contest communications and are not sold or shared. To be removed, contact [CONTACT EMAIL].

10. Contact

[CONTACT EMAIL]