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　　John 'TotalBiscuit' Bain and his wife Genna Bain announced yesterday that their SHOUTcraft America tournament would be returning this winter with a new sponsorship from Ting.com.

　　SHOUTcraft America Winter brought to you by @tingFTW has been announced - http://t.co/QaNpoDBxYu

　　— TotalBiscuit (@Totalbiscuit) November 13, 2013

　　Sam 'Kane' Morrissette is invited to defend his title, and joining him will be the top seven players on North American ladder at 12AM EST on December 1st, 2013.

　　The eight person tournament boasts a $5,000 prize pool. To be eligible to participate players, "must be a citizen of any of the countries within the continental Americas, hold permanent residency status (green card) or hold a valid work visa."

　　Much to the delight of everyone, the tip jar function will be returning. Fans will be able tip players for plays they find particularly moving.

　　The tournament takes place on December 7th and 8th. The matches can be watched on Bain's Twitch.tv channel.

　　Preview Photo Credit: mlg.tv