Honestly if Rufus wanted to he could probably get away with getting US alot more than a hat, I still don't really understand how the sparring system is about that much strategy and technique, but I agree that in a guild spar it takes more strategy and organization than "run around like chickens with their heads cut off while spamming sword"

Anyway, be happy, I have a feeling if some other staff made the GST they would probably give themselves and their guild the prize without actually competing.