In Vladers League, promotion happens the moment you earn it. Reach 100 League Points (LP) and you move up a division straight away, drop below zero and you go down. At the start of every month a new season begins: everyone steps down one division and restarts at 50 LP. This guide explains each rule and what it means for how you play.
TL;DR:
- There are five divisions: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum and Elite.
- A win earns 18 LP, a draw 6 and a loss costs 12, plus or minus your goal difference (up to 5).
- Reaching 100 LP promotes you immediately; falling below 0 LP relegates you immediately, except in Bronze.
- Each new monthly season moves you down one division and resets you to 50 LP, and the top 100 players of the season earn rewards.
Table of Contents
- How Vladers League works
- How many points a match is worth
- When you get promoted or relegated
- What happens when a new season starts
- Season rewards
- Finding a match
- Practical tips for climbing
- Common mistakes
- Why we designed the League this way
- FAQ
How Vladers League works
Vladers League is the live mode: you play real opponents with your four-card squad, in matches where the faster tap wins each duel and your card stats, formation and special actions shape what that tap is worth.
The League has five divisions, from bottom to top:
- Bronze
- Silver
- Gold
- Platinum
- Elite
Inside your division you collect League Points, shown as LP on the League screen. Your LP move after every match, and they are what decide when you change division. Seasons last one calendar month, and the League screen shows how many days are left.
How many points a match is worth
Every League match changes your LP by a fixed amount for the result, adjusted by the goal difference:
| Result | Base LP | Range with goal difference |
|---|---|---|
| Win | +18 | +19 to +23 |
| Draw | +6 | +6 |
| Loss | −12 | −13 to −17 |
The goal difference counts up to five goals either way. A 3–0 win is worth 21 LP, a 1–0 win 19 LP, and a 0–2 loss costs 14 LP.
Two consequences are worth knowing. First, a win is worth more than a loss costs, so a player who wins a little over 40% of their matches still climbs slowly. Second, the margin matters: a big win moves you further, and keeping a defeat close limits the damage.
League matches also earn coins whatever the result: 15 for a win, 10 for a draw and 5 for a loss.
These values are the ones the game uses at the time of writing. If they change, the League screen is the reference.
When you get promoted or relegated
Movement between divisions is immediate. There is no waiting for the end of the season and no minimum number of matches.
- Promotion: as soon as a result takes you to 100 LP or more, you move up one division. Anything above 100 carries over, so finishing on 112 LP puts you in the next division with 12 LP.
- Relegation: if a loss takes you below 0 LP, you drop one division and your LP are counted from 100. Losing 15 LP from 5 LP leaves you one division lower on 90 LP.
- Bronze is the floor. Your LP cannot go below 0 there, so you cannot be relegated from it.
- Elite is the top. There is no higher division, so your LP keep counting and decide your place on the leaderboard.
Because changes happen straight away, a run of results can move you quickly in either direction. That also means you always know exactly where you stand: your division and LP on the League screen are your live position.
What happens when a new season starts
A new season begins on the first day of each month. When it starts:
- You move down one division. A Gold player starts the new season in Silver. Bronze players stay in Bronze.
- Your LP reset to 50, halfway to the next promotion.
- Your result from the finished season is saved, including the highest division you reached.
The step down keeps every season competitive. Nobody can sit at the top forever, and the first weeks of a month are a race back up for everyone.
Season rewards
When a season ends, the top 100 players earn a pack and coins. The ranking is based first on division, then on LP within it, so an Elite player always ranks above a Platinum one.
The best rewards go to the top of the table, with smaller rewards for the top 10, the top 30 and everyone else in the top 100. The exact packs and amounts can change from season to season, so check the rewards on the League screen before the month ends.
Finding a match
Tap Find Match and Vladers looks for a live opponent. If no one is available, you can still get a game against a computer-controlled opponent.
Two features help you find real opponents more often:
- Hourly pools: register for the next pool, then play as many League matches as you can during its 15 minutes, against the other players who joined.
- Match Alerts: turn them on to get a notification when someone near your division starts looking for a match.
Practical tips for climbing
Climbing is about winning slightly more than you lose and protecting your goal difference. A few habits help:
- Balance your squad. Your attacker, midfielder, defender and goalkeeper all matter. A strong attacker cannot make up for a goalkeeper who lets everything in.
- Know your formation. Pick one that suits your best cards and stay with it long enough to learn its timing.
- Play when you are sharp. Reaction duels punish tired thumbs. A few focused matches beat a long, sloppy session.
- Stop after a losing run. Each loss costs 12 LP or more. Take a break instead of chasing the points back.
- Keep defeats close. If a match is lost, defending well still saves LP through the goal difference.
- Use the start of the month. Everyone has just stepped down a division, and 50 LP means two good wins put you close to promotion.
Common mistakes
Thinking only the end of the season counts. Promotion and relegation happen after every match. A strong start is not banked until later; it moves you up now.
Ignoring the goal difference. The margin is worth up to 5 LP in each direction. Over a season, that adds up to several wins.
Testing new cards in the League. Try a new squad or formation in Exhibition, Story Mode or a Friend Challenge first, where a loss does not cost LP.
Forgetting the monthly step down. Plan for starting each season one division lower. It is the same for everyone.
Why we designed the League this way
We wanted promotion to feel immediate. When you win the match that takes you to 100 LP, you move up right then, not weeks later. The monthly step down balances that: it keeps divisions moving, gives every player a fresh climb each season and stops the top of the League from freezing. And because every rule fits in a few lines, you can always work out what your next match is worth.
— Julien
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Vladers is a free-to-play football collectible card game for iOS and Android. Build your four-card squad, pick a formation and start chasing 100 LP in Vladers League.
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FAQ
How do promotions work in Vladers League?
You are promoted as soon as you reach 100 League Points in your division. Any extra points carry over into the new division.
Can I be relegated during a season?
Yes. If a loss takes you below 0 LP, you drop one division straight away. Bronze is the exception: your LP cannot fall below 0 there.
Do League Points carry over to the next season?
No. At the start of each month you move down one division and restart at 50 LP. Your previous season’s result is saved.
Is there a minimum number of matches?
No. There is no match requirement. To finish in the top 100 and earn season rewards, though, you need a high division and enough LP when the month ends.