I can see two possible issues regarding restetting of gamma:

1. You have your game open - you can only change it manually if game is not active, otherwise it will reset back to 1.0

2. If you are using StandardSetting mod you need to change gamma value in its settings, if its set to 1 the mod will change it back every time you change it, if you set it to change gamma to 5.0 it should work smoothly

btw, here is a list of all allowed mods at the moment: https://redlime.github.io/MCSRMods/

Yep, it is stated it the rules "Legacy Fabric Loader is allowed for versions 1.0 through 1.13"

Here is a list for allowed 1.11 mods, if you need different version you can check them here too: https://redlime.github.io/MCSRMods/?version=1.11

No, you are not allowed to use Lunar for speedrunning. You said that minecraft 1.20 won't load, but almost every speedrun is done on version 1.16.1, since it is by far the most optimal version to play on, make sure to use this one

That sounds like issue with StandardSettings, make sure to set them correctly following this: https://github.com/KingContaria/StandardSettings#readme

And when it comes to performance issues, thats hard to answer, if anything try deleting ServerSideRNG, because that is not necessary and can lead to some issues.

https://www.speedrun.com/mcce?h=Cover_Me_in_Debris-SSG-Structures&x=7kjl6wg2-ql6e53xn.4qyko971-0nwpx9x8.4qyk2p21

Nope, the same way abusing F3+F to see through walls, it is not allowed

"You may remap keys using external programs, but: (...) Inputs must be buttons - no scrolling the scroll-wheel or similar"

So no

Im not 100% sure, but i don't see any reason why it would get unverified. Also, you can use mod Atum that resets worlds automatically , so you don't have to worry about it. You can download it, and many other mods from here: https://www.minecraftspeedrunning.com/public-resources/mods

There aren't really many speedrun servers, at least that im aware of. Everyone uses practice maps, due to lag, ping and few other issues that servers have. You can download practice maps from here: https://www.minecraftspeedrunning.com/public-resources/maps

Follow this guide: Info about Pie chart starts at about 1:45, but i recommend watching it in its entirety

Use this mod instead of Live Split: https://redlime.github.io/SpeedRunIGT/ And yes, it is allowed

You literally answered your own question

I doubt you'd be able to finish it in one sitting, but go ahead, as long as you are having fun do whatever your hearts desire :D

You can edit options.txt file to achieve the same effect - change gamma from 1.0 to 5.0. And yes, it is legal

Yes, it is. Also, here is a list of every allowed mod and its download link https://www.minecraftspeedrunning.com/public-resources/mods

https://www.minecraftspeedrunning.com/public-resources/mods Here is a list of every allowed mod and its download link

By pressing F3 you bring up debug screen with tons of information, like your XYZ coordinates, chunk coordinates you are in, horizontal and vertical rotation, and much more. Using F3 is allowed in RSG speedruns, but some runs are done without it, however it is quite rare nowadays. You can use filter to only show No F3 runs if you want to check them out, the most notable position there would be 13:53 WR by Illumina

You need to stand on the exact same spot, otherwise it wont work - you are standing in the middle of the portal, MagneticMaybe is leaning a bit to the left

@baboboba

https://www.speedrun.com/mc

Next to the "Submit Run" button there is "View Rules" button, and everything you need to know is stated there. Even tho it is pretty long i recommend reading it all. Besides some obvious rules, like No Cheats Allowed, there are some less obvious ones, like having to show F3 screen during or after the run.

https://www.minecraftspeedrunning.com/public-resources

Here you can find all sort of useful stuff, like practice maps and allowed mods

Here's a quick tutorial on how to install mods, one thing this tutorial is missing is SpeedrunIGT Timer mod, you can install it the same way you install any other mod, here is a download link

https://redlime.github.io/SpeedRunIGT/