hello after some discussion ( https://discord.com/channels/260103071017730048/390245480036040704/1254032360035319880 ) the rules were clarified by adding this: Unless specified otherwise, the run must be performed using the default "Freeplay" scenario

old ruleset:

The "Category Rules" must also be observed.

• Runs are verified against the rules that were valid at the time of the run.
• Submissions require a permanent video proof.
• The run must be performed on a version that was the latest stable or experimental version within 48 hours of the start of the run.
• Runs that used bugs that become fixed in later versions may be invalidated depending on the bug, on a case by case basis that anyone can open.
• The usage of mods is forbidden.
• The usage of features that are intended to be admin only is forbidden.
• The usage of commands is forbidden, except for the commands on the following allow list: https://www.speedrun.com/factorio/guides/rbxlg
• The usage of the debug mode is forbidden except for the options "show-fps", "show-clock", "show-multiplayer-waiting-icon", "show-multiplayer-statistics", "show-tile-grid", and "show-blueprint-grid".

new ruleset:

The "Category Rules" must also be observed.

• Unless specified otherwise, the run must be performed using the default "Freeplay" scenario
• Runs are verified against the rules that were valid at the time of the run.
• Submissions require a permanent video proof.
• The run must be performed on a version that was the latest stable or experimental version within 48 hours of the start of the run.
• Runs that used bugs that become fixed in later versions may be invalidated depending on the bug, on a case by case basis that anyone can open.
• The usage of mods is forbidden.
• The usage of features that are intended to be admin only is forbidden.
• The usage of commands is forbidden, except for the commands on the following allow list: https://www.speedrun.com/factorio/guides/rbxlg
• The usage of the debug mode is forbidden except for the options "show-fps", "show-clock", "show-multiplayer-waiting-icon", "show-multiplayer-statistics", "show-tile-grid", and "show-blueprint-grid".