Hello @anomadsoul
I think there is something strange with this decision, why the calculation of the value for the candidate in the final round only until the quarter-finals?
It should, like other events to reach the final round, then the final determination is until the semi-finals with a higher minimum value of course, so the opportunity will open more widely and will satisfy many parties, because it will feel more fair, without intervention from anyone .
This is just a suggestion from me, because whatever is in accordance with your decision as co-executing @acidyo and @blocktrades as the sponsor.