REQUIREMENTS

 

Welcome
This handbook will contain all the information that you may need for the contest. If you have any
questions not answered within the following pages, or if you need additional information, please
e-mail: mrnctriangleleather@gmail.com
Overview
The following are the official rules of the contest. These rules may be amended by the producer
as needed. If this occurs, all parties involved will be notified. Complete honesty and full
disclosure are always expected of all contestants. Any contestant not following the rules will be
subject to discipline in the form of point reduction or disqualification.
At the time of application, social media accounts may be reviewed. Any questions regarding
past behavior will be addressed at this time. Any affiliations, issues, or concerns that could
reflect poorly on the individual candidates and the contest must be divulged immediately.
Examples would be (but are not limited to): symbols that promote racism or bigotry, speech that
suppresses diversity and inclusion, rhetoric that is consistently inflammatory in nature;
promoting willful consent violations.
All contestants will participate in all contest categories, as given under the scoring guidelines.
Contestants shall not attempt to influence the judges through gifts, meals, favors, or any other
kind of items or acts that could be seen as bribery.
Illegal drug use is strongly discouraged. Contestants should also be aware of their alcohol use
and not be intoxicated in any way during the contest. Points may be deducted from the social
dynamics portion of the scoring for violations.
Genital nudity and actual sex acts are not permitted on the stage. All contestants must have
their genitals covered Jockstraps DO NOT require the crack to be covered; however, showing
your anus is not allowed.
All rules and regulations imposed by the MrNCTL event must be followed. Removal from the
event will result in immediate disqualification from the contest.
The producer, staff, and volunteers organizing the contest do not have any authority to override
the judges’ decision. The Head Judge oversees the judging team. Concerning the scoring, the
decision of the Head Judge is final.
Have fun and remember this wonderful experience!

Contestant Requirements
1) Gay/bisexual/male presenting transgender/queer persons 21 years or older as the
date of the contest.
2) Be a permanent resident of the state of North Carolina
3) Provide two high-resolution pictures
4) Provide at least one raffle basket for the travel fund raffle at the Meet-and-Greet
• Suggestion is to receive donations from your sponsor or small businesses
5) Participate in the contest events.
Titleholder Expectations
1. To promote the Mr. NC Triangle Leather contest locally and statewide.
2. To make a minimum of six (6) public appearances as Mr. NCTL at leather, fetish, or
LGBTQ+ events in the state of North Carolina during their title year.
3. To organize at least 2 charitable event or fundraiser as Mr. NCTL that benefits an
organization within the leather, kink, or LGBTQ+ community. Working with both leather
groups to cross promote
4. To attend, assist, and promote the next contest.
5. To attend the Mid Atlantic Leather Weekend as a contest as the representative of the Mr
NCTL Title.
6. To maintain a good standing in the community by presenting themselves with integrity.
Any conduct that is questionable will be addressed by the producers immediately
and action taken up to stripping the titel
7. To NOT create or promote a competing contest/weekend event without the consent of Mr
NCTL Producers.
8. To participate in the following years Contest as a Den Daddy
Judging Criteria
There will be a panel of judges who are active members of the leather and LGBTQ+ community.
The Mr. NC Triangle Leather Contest utilizes the Olympic Scoring System where the highest
and lowest scores in each category will not be counted for placings or tie breaking. The
remaining scores are added to make a Contestant’s total score for that category. The scores for
each category are added together to make your total score. The contestant with the highest
score will be declared the winner and the second-highest score will be the
runner-up. In the event of a tie, category scores will be utilized without the 2 drop scores. The
speech category will determine the winner of the tie, followed by the judges’ interview, followed
by formal leather, Q&A, jockstrap, bar wear, and then application.
Following the end of the Contest, a Contestant’s scores and comment sheets will be provided
upon request. On the scoring sheets provided, the judges will be identified by a judges number,
as opposed to by their names.

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Scoring Breakdown:
Total points possible: 850

Prior To Contest
Application 50 points
Judges’ Interview 200 points
During Contest
Contestant’s interpretation of bar wear 100 points
Pop Question 100 points
Contestant’s interpretation of “Pecs and Personality” (AKA Sexy Wear) 100 points
Contestant’s interpretation of formal leather 100 points
1-½ minute speech to the community
(points deducted after 2 min) 100 points
All Weekend Long
Lifestyle Image During Contest Weekend 100 points

Score allocation will be as follows:
A. Application, 50 points
1. Each contestant will be judged on the thoughtfulness and thoroughness of their
answers on their application. Answers should be succinct and not exceed the
1,000-character limit.
B. Personal Interview - 200 points
1. Each contestant will be interviewed by our panel of judges. Questions may range
from your personal history, occupation, life experience, and social affiliations, to
personal and political opinions about current events topics, etc. Judges’
questions often cover knowledge of the leather community; its leaders and
history; and the Contestant’s contributions and/or leadership in the leather
community.
2. Judges will be looking at the character, charisma, and personality of each
contestant. It will also provide them the opportunity to evaluate basic skills and
qualities such as intellect, communication capabilities, attitude, and composure.
3. Contestants will also be judged on “Bar Wear/Lifestyle Image” attire during the
personal interview. Attire should reflect their personality and their leather
aesthetic.

4. The interview schedule and room location will be provided at the Mandatory
Contest Participant Meeting on Friday prior to drawing numbers. A separate
“waiting room” area will be established for contestants and Den Parents.
5. Personal Interviews will be scheduled for a maximum of 15 minutes. See the
contestant's schedule for a detailed itinerary.

C. Bar Wear - 100 points
1. Bar wear/lifestyle image is a chance for you to show the judges who you are with
your leather gear. This should be what you would normally wear to the bar or
leather/kink/fetish social event and should represent your leather aesthetic or
persona.
2. Contestants will be brought into the interview room individually and introduced
with their contestant number and stage name.
3. Judges will look for how well your gear fits you and your attitude in leather.
4. Set-up time is not provided; no props may be used.
5. No items may be left with the judges upon exiting.
D. Pop Question, 100 points
1. As you walk the stage, the emcee will share basic bio info with the crowd
including age, current city, occupation, etc.
2. Upon drawing a number, contestants will be asked to answer a pop question.
This can be a question about leather, pop culture, gay culture, current events,
etc. Contestants will be allowed up to 90 seconds to begin answering the
question. The response should be limited to approximately 60 seconds. The
60-second timer starts with the beginning of the first word of the answer.
3. Judging will be looking for the contestant's level of confidence and interactions
with the crowd. They will also judge your response to the question. They will not
be about how correct the answer is, but how you choose to answer. Judges
would prefer a correct answer; however, this is your chance to win over the crowd
with your personality.

Pecs & Personality - 100 points
1. This is the time to show off a little skin while still maintaining the image of a
leather man. This is not a “body contest” but rather how comfortable and
confident you appear in your skin. Wear your favorite jock/sexy wear and have
fun! Confidence is key.
2. Contestants will be brought on stage one by one and introduced with a fun and
personal bio to include sexual interests, position, hanky codes, etc.
3. A song will be played that they picked which best represents them as person.

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F. Formal Leather - 100 points
Speech - 100 points
1. Impress the judges with your formal leather attire and present a speech on the
topic of your choice. The speech is designed to show the contestants in a way the
public will see them as a titleholder. It is important to choose a topic that you are
both familiar with and passionate about. You could choose to use the speech
portion to allow the audience the opportunity to get to know something about
yourself, such as your past, or your vision, or you could choose to use the time to
share a passion you have.
2. Contestants will be brought on stage one by one and introduced with their
contributions to the leather and LGBT communities.
3. Contestants will have up to 90 seconds to deliver a speech on any topic of choice.
It should be recited from memory, not read from a paper or a phone. The judges
will award points on both speech content as well as speech delivery. The speech
should be no more than 90 seconds (1-½ minutes) in length. Each speech will be
timed, and the judges will be given the recorded length after each speech. Points
will be deducted for speeches over the allotted time. The points deducted will be
standard for all contestants, but it may be amended for situations out of the
contestants’ control, such as microphone malfunction or audience disruption. The
timer starts when the contestant’s first word of the speech is spoken. The timer
stops when the speech is complete. The timer will continue through any applause
of audience reactions unless otherwise exempted.
4. Judges will be looking for the overall appearance of each contestant in full leather
including how well it fits, the contestant’s attitude, and overall appeal in leather.
5. Set-up time is not provided; no set props may be used.
6. No items may be left on the stage upon exiting.

G. Lifestyle Image During Mr. NCTL Weekend - 100 points
1. This portion of the score is based on your ability to attend events and interact
professionally with the attendees, guests, and volunteers.

2. Judges may take notes and judge on these criteria at any point during the
weekend.

 

 

 

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