The 1-Step Nitro Static Account offers an 80/20 profit split, which is maintained only if traders follow the Shield Risk Protocol.
This rule limits floating equity loss (i.e., unrealized losses from open positions) to 1% of the account balance at all times.
For instance:
$100,000 account → max floating loss: $1,000
$50,000 account → max floating loss: $500.
If floating loss exceeds this limit, all positions auto-close and the profit split is reduced.
Profit Split Reductions
Violation penalties stack progressively:
1st → 50/50
2nd → 40/60
3rd → 30/70
4th → permanently 20/80
Examples
Staying compliant: A position floating –$500 on a $100K account is fine (below $1,000).
First breach: If floating loss hits –$1,700 (above $1000), the trade closes and the split drops to 50/50.
Multiple breaches: 1st = 50/50 → 2nd = 40/60 → 3rd = 30/70 → 4th = locked at 20/80.
Challenge Phase
The floating loss limit remains 1%, but penalties differ:
1st violation → soft breach (continue)
2nd violation → hard breach (challenge failed)
Example: On a $100K challenge account, exceeding $1,000 once is a soft breach; the second time fails the evaluation.
Why It Matters
The Shield rule enforces disciplined risk management, prevents deep drawdowns, protects capital, and preserves access to the highest payout structure.