Is it permitted for a player to concede or draw for a reward or incentive?

A player cannot concede or draw for a reward or incentive because this action is considered bribery under the tournament rules. Bribery, in the context of Magic: The Gathering, occurs when a player is offered something of value in exchange for a concession or to influence the outcome of the match in a way that does not adhere to the integrity of the game. This is against the principles of fair play and competition that are fundamental to tournament rules. Players are expected to compete to the best of their ability without engaging in practices that could provide unfair advantages or undermine the competitive structure of the event.

While there may be scenarios in which players might agree to concede or draw under certain conditions, these must not involve any exchange of extraneous rewards or incentives, as that crosses into bribery territory. Options that suggest agreeing to this with or without a judge’s approval or within specific formats do not align with the overarching rule against bribery. Instead, maintaining integrity and fairness is paramount in all tournament settings.