6.1.3 Transfer Windows

In the case that a Qualifier Period or Invitation Period falls during a transfer window, the rule that allows for a team’s slot in a Tournament to be waived in case of significant roster change will be suspended.

Currently, the transfer windows are:
● The one month immediately following The International Grand Finals
● The two week period either side of the Lunar New Year celebrations in China (for 2024, 3rd-17th February)

EPT Rulebook

Azure Ray announced roster change on November 28, TI grand finals is October 29 (Azure Ray might even have informed ESL earlier)