How do I become a member?
You become a member by completing the registration process. Membership to Rankk is free! Your journey begins here.
How do I start playing?
Once logged in, you are presented with a figure of the Pyramid and a list of challenges for Level 1 below it. To start attempting a challenge, click on any of the listed challenges.
What skills do I need to play?
In order to solve the first few challenges, it's important you know some mathematics.
Knowing Javascript helps too, not just for the basic levels but even for the higher ones. As you move up the level, it's necessary for you to acquaint yourself with at least one programming language.
Other skills can be learnt or discovered along the way, by researching or solving challenges on other sites.
While knowledge and skills are essential to attaining a high rank, equally important is a good dose of curiosity and perseverance.
I can't access the challenges beyond the base level.
This is intentional. You need to complete the minimum number of challenges on the level of the pyramid you're at in order to access the ones above. This minimum number is determined by the number of cells for that level: 9 for Level 1, 8 for Level 2, 7 for Level 3 and so forth. Additional challenges you solve for the levels below your current level earn you new points.
Is the solution case-sensitive?
Yes and no. In general, you would have a fair idea of what case the solution is. If in doubt, try all the reasonable possibilities.
How many times can I attempt a challenge?
Brute-forcing is not the way. Most challenges, especially the ones that require time-sensitive solutions, can be solved within a reasonable number of times if the problem is correctly understood.
In the event of persistent brute-forcing, actions will be taken to block the user from the site for the period of time until the matter is resolved.
Do the challenge titles mean anything?
Yes, the titles are intended to provide subtle hints. Most, but not all, are meaningful to the challenges.
I'm stuck!
Think about whether you need to change your assumption about the challenge or about what the solution is. Taking your focus off the challenge and tackling challenges on other sites help too.
How are the challenge points computed?
The points for each challenge are determined by the levels. So, a Level 1 challenge is worth 1 point, a level 2 challenge is worth 2 points and so forth.
How is the ranking determined?
The ranking is based primarily on challenge points. If A and B have the same points, it's a tie and both receive the same ranking. However, if A has fewer challenges solved than B, A is ranked above B. This is because the higher-level challenges require a greater level of skill and knowledge to solve. The assumption is that sooner or later, A will solve the lower-level challenges and be on par with B in terms of the number of challenges solved.
Can I ask questions to clarify a challenge's requirements?
Yes, you're allowed to do so in the forum or through the private message.
What happens if I'm found to have "cheated" to pass the challenges?
If the cheating was excessive, you'll be blacklisted with an asterisk beside your username. You may also be barred from passing the sacred Geb challenge. At the end of the day, we want the ranking to be meaningful to everybody.
Who can use the PM (Private Message)?
All members of the site can use the PM to communicate privately.
Is there a limit to how many PM's I can send or recieve?
Yes, there's a limit. You can send or recieve a total of 250 messages.
Can I use the PM to email someone?
No, it won't work.
Can I PM multiple users?
Yes, you can do so by delimiting each username with a comma (without any space between them).
Do you read my PM's?
Unless the matter warrants it, such as when a life or limb is threatened, your PM's will remain private.
How can I help the site?
That's easy. Here're a few ways. Choose one :)
- Inform us of bugs
- Provide feedback on how to improve the site
- Recommend Rankk to your friends
- Link to Rankk from your site
- Blog about Rankk or your Rankk journey
- Pitch in challenge ideas or coding them
- Donate to Rankk to help us defray the cost of hosting
What does XP stand for?
XP stands for eXperience Points. These points indicate how involved and reputatable the member is in the Rankk community. In the forum, your XP value is shown beside your nick in an orange box.
How do I gain XP?
There are basically two ways your XP's are affected. The first is when someone votes your post. If it's an up vote, you gain one XP. If it's a down vote, you lose one XP.
The second way is when you cast a vote on someone's post. You have a 1 in 2 chances of gaining an XP. You don't lose any XP's through voting.
What is the quota about?
Your quota sets the limit of the number of votes you can cast. Your initial quota value is two.
Does my quota value change?
Yes, your quota increases as your XP value increases. Here's the table showing your XP value and the corresponding quota value:
| XPs | Quota | XPs | Quota | |
| 0 | 0 | 5400 | 28 | |
| 20 | 2 | 7000 | 30 | |
| 50 | 4 | 9000 | 32 | |
| 90 | 6 | 12000 | 34 | |
| 150 | 8 | 16000 | 36 | |
| 250 | 10 | 22000 | 38 | |
| 400 | 12 | 30000 | 40 | |
| 600 | 14 | 40000 | 42 | |
| 900 | 16 | 50000 | 44 | |
| 1300 | 18 | 60000 | 46 | |
| 1800 | 20 | 70000 | 48 | |
| 2400 | 22 | 80000 | 50 | |
| 3000 | 24 | 90000 | 52 | |
| 4000 | 26 | 100000 | 54 |
When is my quota reset?
Your quota is reset every 6 hours. You get your maximum quota for the next 6 hours after the reset.
