Mahersaham Chart Game Leaderboard: How the Scoring, Sprint & Ranking System Works
Mahersaham is more than just a platform for learning about stocks - it is also a place where you can prove your technical analysis skills through real competition with other investors. One of the most exciting features of the Chart Game is the Leaderboard, where every answer you give is scored and your ranking is determined in real time.
Picture this: you open a chart, read the candlesticks, analyse the trend, and decide whether the price will go up or down. If you are right, your score goes up. If you are wrong, your score drops. And all of this happens competitively - you are competing against hundreds of other players who are also sharpening their chart-reading skills.
In this article, we will take a deep look at how the Leaderboard system works, why the penalty for wrong answers is higher than the reward for correct ones, and strategies to climb to the top of the rankings.
What Is the Chart Game Leaderboard?
The Chart Game Leaderboard is a ranking board that records every player's performance in the Teka Chart (Chart Guessing) game on mahersaham.com. Every time you play the Chart Game and guess the price direction (up or down), your decision is recorded and calculated as a score.
The Leaderboard can be accessed at /game/leaderboard. There, you will see your position compared to all other players. As of now, there are 149 players registered and actively competing on the leaderboard.
The leaderboard concept is not unfamiliar to anyone who has played competitive games. But the difference here is that you are not playing an ordinary game. You are practising the exact same skills used by professional traders and investors: reading candlestick charts, identifying trends, and making decisions based on technical data.
How the Scoring System Works: +1 Correct, -2 Wrong
The scoring system in the Chart Game is deliberately designed to punish random guessing and reward players who are consistently accurate. Here is how it works:
- Correct answer: +1 point
- Wrong answer: -2 points
At first glance, many people may feel this is unfair. Why does a wrong answer cost 2 points while a correct one only earns 1? The answer lies in the risk management principle used in real investing.
In the stock market, losses always carry more weight than gains. If you lose 50% of RM10,000 (leaving RM5,000), you need a 100% gain just to get back to your original capital. This is a mathematical reality that every investor needs to understand. According to Bursa Malaysia, risk management is one of the most critical skills for retail investors.
With the -2/+1 system, the Chart Game teaches you that:
- Accuracy matters more than quantity - it is better to answer 10 questions with 8 correct than to answer 30 questions with only 16 correct
- Mistakes have a high cost - just like in real trading, one losing trade can wipe out gains from several winning trades
- Do not play a 50/50 guessing game - if you only guess randomly, your score will decline over time because the penalty is higher than the reward
To stay positive on the leaderboard, you need a minimum accuracy rate of 67%. This means out of every 3 answers, at least 2 must be correct. For investors, this is an extremely valuable discipline exercise.
The Sprint System: Fair Seasonal Competition
One of the smartest features of the Chart Game Leaderboard is the Sprint system. It breaks down the competition into different time periods so that every player - regardless of when they started playing - has a fair chance to compete.
There are four Sprint tabs on the leaderboard:
1. This Week's Sprint
The weekly sprint starts every Sunday and ends on Saturday. This gives you a fresh opportunity every week to climb the rankings. Even if you were ranked low last week, you can start fresh with a clean slate the following week.
The weekly sprint is especially suitable for new players because it does not require you to have a long history in the game. For instance, in the 7-13 September Sprint, the top player scored +172 points in just one week - proof that daily consistency can make a huge impact.
2. This Season
The This Season tab accumulates your score throughout the current season. A season typically spans several consecutive weeks. This provides a bigger picture of your consistency compared to the short weekly sprints.
Players who are consistent every week will gradually climb in the seasonal ranking, while players who only play occasionally will fall behind.
3. All Time
The all-time leaderboard records your cumulative total score since you first started playing. This is the tab for veteran players who have played hundreds or thousands of questions. The ranking here reflects long-term accuracy and consistency.
Research from the Journal of Research in Personality shows that individuals who consistently engage in repetitive practice activities demonstrate significantly improved performance compared to those who only practise sporadically.
4. Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame is a special place reserved for the champion of each sprint. If you manage to claim the top position in any weekly sprint, your name will be permanently displayed in the Hall of Fame. This is an achievement that only a handful of players have managed to attain.
The Hall of Fame functions like a trophy cabinet - it provides permanent recognition for players who have proven their skills at the highest level.
Strategies to Climb the Leaderboard
Climbing the leaderboard is not just about playing as many questions as possible. It requires a smart strategy. Here are some approaches used by top-ranked players:
Focus on Accuracy, Not Quantity
With the -2/+1 system, every wrong answer requires two correct answers just to get back to where you started. Therefore, top players tend to take their time to properly analyse each chart before making a decision. They do not rush through 50 questions a day - they prefer to answer 10 questions with 90% accuracy.
If you answer 10 questions with 90% accuracy, your score is: (9 x +1) + (1 x -2) = +7 points. But if you answer 30 questions with 60% accuracy, your score is: (18 x +1) + (12 x -2) = -6 points. Playing more does not mean scoring higher.
Treat the Chart Game as Real Technical Practice
Do not treat the Chart Game as a simple guessing game. Before answering each question, ask yourself:
- What is the main trend on this chart? Uptrend, downtrend, or sideways?
- Where are the support and resistance levels?
- Are there any recognisable candlestick patterns (doji, engulfing, hammer)?
- How does the volume compare to the price action? High volume with rising prices is a bullish signal.
By seriously analysing each chart, you are not only improving your leaderboard score but also building skills that will be useful when you invest with real money on Bursa Malaysia.
Play Consistently Every Day
Weekly sprints mean you need to accumulate points consistently throughout the week. A player who answers 5-10 questions every day will outperform a player who answers 50 questions in one day and then does not play at all on other days.
This consistency also aligns with what psychologists call "deliberate practice" - intentional, focused, and repetitive practice is the best way to build expertise in any field, including stock analysis.
Learn from Your Mistakes
Every time you get an answer wrong, take a moment to review that chart. What signals did you miss? Were you too focused on one indicator while ignoring others? This process of reflection is what separates ordinary players from those who eventually make it into the Hall of Fame.
Why Gamification Works for Learning Stocks
The leaderboard is not just a gimmick - it is a proven learning tool based on the principles of gamification. There are several psychological reasons why this system works:
Motivation Through Competition
Humans are naturally competitive. When you see your name sitting at position #14 and the player above you is only a few points ahead, it creates intrinsic motivation to play better. Research published in Computers & Education found that students who learned through gamification showed a 48% increase in engagement compared to traditional methods.
Immediate Feedback
In real investing, you might have to wait weeks or months to find out whether your decision was correct. But in the Chart Game, you get feedback instantly. Your score goes up or down immediately after your answer is submitted. This immediate feedback accelerates the learning process because your brain can instantly associate the decision with its outcome.
Progressive Mastery
The sprint system that progresses from weekly to seasonal to all-time provides a sense of progressive mastery. You start with small goals (this week's sprint) and gradually build towards long-term objectives (all-time ranking). This is the same principle used in the best game design - from easy levels to hard levels, step by step.
Social Recognition
The Hall of Fame provides social recognition - your name is seen by every other player. This not only motivates you but also creates role models for new players who want to learn from the best.
Chart Game vs Trading Plan Game Comparison
The leaderboard discussed in this article is for Teka Chart (Game 1). Mahersaham also has a Trading Plan Game (Game 2) which has its own separate ranking system. Here is a quick comparison:
| Aspect | Chart Game (Game 1) | Trading Plan Game (Game 2) |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Guess price direction (up/down) | Build complete trading plan (TP, SL, capital) |
| Scoring system | Points: +1 correct, -2 wrong | Virtual equity RM10,000 |
| Sprint | Weekly, seasonal, all-time, Hall of Fame | Monthly (resets every month) |
| Skill focus | Chart reading and technical analysis | Risk management and trading plan |
| Access | Free for all members | Daily Trade free, Random Practice for Gold |
Both games complement each other. The Chart Game teaches you how to read charts, while the Trading Plan Game teaches you how to act on those readings with proper risk management.
How to Access the Leaderboard
To view the leaderboard and start competing, follow these steps:
- Log in to your mahersaham.com account
- Go to the /game page
- Click on the Leaderboard tab or go directly to /game/leaderboard
- Select the Sprint tab you want to view (This Week's Sprint, This Season, All Time, or Hall of Fame)
- Find your position in the list - scroll down if necessary
If you have never played the Chart Game, you will not appear on the leaderboard. Play at least one question for your name to be added to the rankings.
Tips for New Players Who Want to Break Into the Leaderboard
If you are just starting out and want to compete on the leaderboard, here are some practical tips:
- Start slowly - answer only 3-5 questions per day during your first week. Focus on accuracy, not speed.
- Learn the technical basics first - before playing the Chart Game, make sure you understand fundamental concepts like candlestick patterns, support/resistance, and trends. The video courses on Mahersaham can help.
- Pay attention to volume - many new players only focus on price while ignoring volume. High volume accompanying price increases is a strong bullish signal.
- Do not chase a negative score - if your score starts dropping, stop playing for the day. Playing while frustrated usually leads to more mistakes.
- Use Trading Plans - after playing the Chart Game, try transferring your skills to Trading Plans to record your analysis of real stocks.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the Mahersaham Chart Game free to play?
Yes, the Chart Game (Teka Chart) is free for all registered members on mahersaham.com. You only need to create an account to start playing and enter the leaderboard.
Why is the penalty for wrong answers -2 higher than the +1 reward?
This system mirrors the reality of real-world investing where losses always carry more weight than gains. It teaches investors that accuracy is more important than quantity, and that you should never make decisions based on pure guessing.
What is the minimum accuracy rate needed to stay positive on the leaderboard?
You need a minimum accuracy rate of 67% (two out of every three answers must be correct) to maintain a positive score with the +1/-2 scoring system.
What is a Sprint and when does it reset?
A Sprint is a competition period on the leaderboard. The weekly sprint starts every Sunday and ends on Saturday. Each new sprint means a fresh opportunity for all players to compete from a score of zero.
How do I get into the Hall of Fame?
You need to claim the top position (#1) in any weekly sprint. The champion of each sprint is permanently recorded in the Hall of Fame as recognition of their achievement.
Is the Chart Game score the same as the Trading Plan Game score?
No. The Chart Game (Teka Chart) uses a point system (+1/-2) while the Trading Plan Game uses a virtual equity system of RM10,000. Both games have separate leaderboards.
Can I see other players' rankings?
Yes, the leaderboard is public. You can view the scores and rankings of all players across every Sprint category, including This Week's Sprint, This Season, All Time, and Hall of Fame.
Does the leaderboard score affect my real investment account?
Not at all. The leaderboard score is entirely for learning and competition purposes. It has no connection to any real trading account or investment portfolio.
Conclusion
The Mahersaham Chart Game Leaderboard is far more than a simple scoreboard - it is a gamified learning system that helps you sharpen your technical analysis skills in a competitive and enjoyable environment. With a scoring system that mirrors real investment risk, seasonal sprints that give fresh opportunities every week, and a Hall of Fame that recognises top achievements, the leaderboard makes the process of learning stocks something you will want to do every day.
If you are keen to test your chart-reading skills while competing against other investors in Malaysia, visit mahersaham.com/game and start building your score today.
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