Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series
Pasadena, CA 2022
Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series
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We are pleased to announce that the next Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series event will take place in Pasadena, CA on November 5th -6th, 2022! A Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series (YCS) is a big, exciting 2-day event that takes place from Saturday to Sunday. Duelists from all over will attend to compete for exclusive prizes, earn invites to their next World Championship Qualifier, and spend the weekend Dueling, trading, and hanging out with hundreds of other Yu-Gi-Oh! fans. In addition to the main Championship Series tournament, there are numerous Public Events, such as Win-A-Mat, Speed Duel, Attack of the Giant Card!! and Regional Qualifier tournaments. Competitive or casual, there is something for everyone to do at a Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series weekend event. UPDATE 10/28/2022:
MORE LINKS & INFORMATION You can select more information and view the Regisration/Main Event and Public Event schedules for this event from the drop-down menu at the top of this page.
COVID-19 Restrictions for Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series Pasadena 2022 Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. (KDE-US) has adopted a mandatory vaccination policy to protect the safety of its attendees. Each attendee 5 years and older will be required to show proof of being up to date and fully vaccinated before entry. (This requirement may change depending on authorization of vaccines for the under 5 age group. We will update this FAQ as the situation evolves.) To be up to date and fully vaccinated, an attendee must have received their second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccine or a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, plus their recommended Booster dose if eligible, at least two weeks prior to the event. Acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination includes:
To assist with the COVID-19 restrictions, KDE-US has partnered with CLEAR Health Pass. Duelists can sign up for free at https://clear.app.link/YUGIOHEVENTS and then upload their vaccination information with CLEAR to create a Yu-Gi-Oh! Event Pass that can be easily shown on their phone. Children under the age of 5 will not be required to show proof of vaccination, but instead must show documentation of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 24 hours of the event. The test must be a molecular or antigen test with Emergency Use Authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Home tests will not be accepted. The documentation must show the test result, the type of test, the entity issuing the test, and the date of test. Attendees who are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccine due to a medical condition must instead show proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken within 24 hours of the event. In addition to the requirements listed above for showing proof of a negative test, these attendees must provide documentation from a healthcare provider verifying that the attendee has a medical exemption from vaccination. This verification must state the attendee’s name, the fact that the attendee is medically exempt, and must be signed by a healthcare provider. KDE-US will be checking proof of vaccination, proof of negative test results, and medical exemption documentation at the entrance of the event. KDE-US reserves the right to refuse entry to attendees who do not comply with this policy. Face Masks must be worn at all times during the event. There will be a dedicated food service area for eating and drinking inside the venue. Food and beverages may not be consumed in any area of the tournament hall except in the dedicated food service area. There will be concessions available, but Duelists will also be able to leave the hall to get food and drink but are responsible for returning on time for any subsequent Matches. If a Duelist has a medical condition that would require them to have food or beverage during a Match, they should let the Head Judge know prior to the start of the event so we can see what accommodations can be made.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING
How to Register for Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series Pasadena
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Date & LocationNovember 5 - November 6 Pasadena Convention Center |
Location & Travel |
Location & Travel
YCS Pasadena, CA is sold out. There will NOT be any on-site registration.
TRAVEL & ACCOMODATION
Q: What is the closest airport to YCS Pasadena 2022? A: Nearest Airport(s):
Q: What’s the best way to get to the tournament from the airport? A: UBER, LYFT, and other app-based rideshare apps are available for pickup and drop off at the airport. Please view this website for detailed directions about how to get to the Pasadena Convention Center from the LAX Airport: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Los-Angeles-Airport-LAX/Pasadena-Convention-Center. Also, The LAX FlyAway buses offer convenient and affordable airport transfers between LAX and Union Station with no stops in between, it runs 24-hours a day, seven days a week. Visitors traveling to Pasadena can take the LAX Flyaway Union Station and connect to the Metro Gold Line to Pasadena. Travel time can vary between 35 minutes and an hour, depending on traffic. (Source: https://www.visitpasadena.com/directory/lax-flyaway/ )
Q: Are there any nearby Hotels? A: Yes. There are many hotels in the vicinity of the Pasadena Convention Center. Please Visit this link to see hotel options in the area:
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Event Schedule (Main Event) |
REGISTRATION SCHEDULE (MAIN EVENT) YCS Pasadena, CA is sold out. There will NOT be any on-site registration.
*** Schedules are subject to change and may be updated before the event begins. *** *** Online Registration is open till the End Time and Date listed above or until available seats sell out, whichever comes first. *** *** Deck Lists MUST be submitted by the Deck List Due Date via the website where you registered. ***
EVENT SCHEDULE (MAIN EVENT)
*** Schedules are subject to change and may be updated before the event begins. *** |
Public Event Schedule |
Public Events YCS Pasadena, CA is sold out. There will NOT be any on-site registration. Saturday
Sunday
Registration for ongoing Public Events begins at the event’s start time. Registration for all non-ongoing Public Events begins approximately one hour before the event is scheduled to begin. |
VIP Qualifiers |
VIP Qualifiers Want to be a VIP (Very Important Player) at the YCS Pasadena, CA? Locations for the VIP Qualifier Tournaments have been posted! |
YCS Pasadena FAQs |
YCS PASADENA INFORMATION
Q: What happens at a YCS? A: These are big, exciting 2-day events that take place from Saturday to Sunday. Duelists from all over will attend these events to compete for exclusive prizes; earn invites to their next World Championship Qualifier; and spend the weekend Dueling, trading, and hanging out with hundreds of other Yu-Gi-Oh! fans. In addition to the main Championship Series tournament, there are numerous Public Events, like Win-A-Mat, Speed Duel, Yu-Gi-Oh! DUEL LINKS (DUEL LINKS), Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL (MASTER DUEL), and Regional Qualifier tournaments. Competitive or casual, there is something for everyone to do at a Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series weekend event.
Q: Pre-Registration is sold out, is there anything I can do to participate at YCS Pasadena 2022? A: Duelists who pre-register have two deadlines to meet or their spots are forfeit. Any spots that become available will only be open to Duelists on site at the Pasadena Convention Center on Friday November 4, 2022. There is NO GUARANTEE any spots will become available if pre-registration sells out, so if you are not local to or planning to be in Pasadena, CA on the weekend of the YCS, we do not recommend you arrange travel and hotel without a confirmed spot to compete in the YCS. Seating will be limited, and Public events alone are no reason to travel long distances. There will be more YCS, so please keep that in mind if you are unable to pre-register for this particular event.
Q: Are there any COVID requirements or procedures we must follow at the YCS? A: Yes, please see the COVID-19 restrictions for Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series Pasadena 2022 section in the General Information tab of this event.
Q: I registered for the canceled YCS Pasadena January 2022 or YCS Las Vegas 2022. How do I claim my priority registration for YCS Pasadena in November 2022? A: Duelists that registered for the canceled YCS Pasadena in January 2022 or YCS Las Vegas 2022 will be able to register for YCS Pasadena 2022, 48 hours before registration opens to the public, unless they used Priority Registration for YCS Charlotte 2022, YCS Hartford 2022, YCS Niagara 2022, or YCS Minneapolis 2022. You register through the same website as you did for YCS Pasadena in January 2022 or YCS Las Vegas 2022. The website will allow you to register if you are signed into the same account as you were when you registered for YCS Pasadena in January 2022 or YCS Las Vegas 2022. If you have any trouble registering, please reach out to ygoreg@thesidedeck.com for assistance.
Q: I won a VIP Qualifier for either YCS Pasadena January 2022 or YCS Las Vegas 2022. Can I get VIP status for YCS Pasadena November 2022? A: Duelists that earned VIP status for either YCS Pasadena January 2022 or YCS Las Vegas 2022 will be able to redeem that VIP status for YCS Pasadena November 2022, unless they used it for VIP status at YCS Charlotte 2022, YCS Hartford 2022, YCS Niagara 2022, or YCS Minneapolis 2022. If you have any trouble registering, please reach out to ygoreg@thesidedeck.com for assistance.
Q: Will there be meal breaks during the tournament? A: There will be a 30-minute meal break on Day 1 to allow Duelists to eat, as food and drink are not allowed inside the tournament hall except in the dedicated food service area. Announcements will be made the Round prior to the start of the break and a 30-minute time clock will be set. Players who do not arrive for the next Round on time will incur tardiness penalties.
Q: When can I register for YCS Pasadena 2022? A: For this YCS, Duelists will need to register online to secure a seat to compete at YCS Pasadena 2022.
We urge you to register online for the event due to seating capacity, and also have your vaccination status verified. You will be given a wristband once your status has been verified. Please keep this wristband on at all times during the weekend, so that you do not need to be checked each time you enter the venue. Checking-in on Friday will ensure that your re-entry on Saturday morning will go more smoothly, allowing the event to start on time.
Q: When do I turn in my Deck List for the YCS? A: Deck Lists are due by 10:00 AM PT Friday November 4th, 2022.
Once a Deck list has been submitted it can no longer be changed.
Q: How do I obtain the new Pre-Registration Yu-Gi-Oh! Coin? A: All Duelists that register online and submit their Deck Lists through the online system by 10:00 AM PT Friday November 4th, 2022 will receive one random Pre-Registration Yu-Gi-Oh! Coin* when they check in at the venue.
Pre-Registration Yu-Gi-Oh! Coin *Pre-registration items are available while supplies last.
Q: How do I turn in my Deck List for the YCS? A: Please create your Deck List at https://yugiohregistration.com/Decks/MyDeckLists.aspx. Once you have created your Deck List, you can submit it at https://yugiohregistration.com/Events/MyEvents.aspx. Simply find the Submit Deck List link for the YCS event to find the page where you can select the name of the Deck List you have created for the event. We recommend giving each Deck List you create a unique name, so that you don’t submit the incorrect Deck List. Once a Deck List has been submitted it can not be changed. Editing your Deck List will not affect the Deck List submitted for that event.
Q: How do I check in at the YCS? A: Registered Duelists just need to arrive onsite at the venue between 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM on Friday November 4th and follow the signs to check in and confirm your seat in the YCS. At this time Duelists will receive their booster packs once they are confirmed at Check-In and their vaccination status verified. If you are not able to check in on Friday November 4, 2022 prior to 6:00 PM due to travel or other issues, you will need to contact CoreTCG at eventinfo@coretcg.com no later than 11:00 AM on Friday November 4th to make alternative check-in arrangements.
Q: If Online Registration is sold out, is there anything I can do to participate at YCS Pasadena 2022? A: Duelists who register have two deadlines to meet or their seats are forfeit. Any seats that become available will only be open to Duelists on site at the Hartford Convention Center on Friday October 21st, 2022. There is NO GUARANTEE any seats will become available if online registration sells out, so if you are not local to, or planning to be in Pasadena, CA on the weekend of the YCS, we do not recommend you arrange travel and hotel without a confirmed seat to compete in the YCS. Seating will be limited, and Public events alone are no reason to travel long distances. There will be more YCS, so please keep that in mind if you are unable to register for this event.
Q: What Security information should I know for the YCS? A: There will be security personnel and local police onsite at the YCS.
Q: Who should I contact if I have questions about the YCS? A: KDE-US Representative: Kawelo Malama Jr. Email: us-opsupport@konami.com with the subject “Question for YCS Pasadena 2022” Tournament Organizer: CoreTCG Email: eventinfo@coretcg.com YCS Registration Email: ygoreg@thesidedeck.com
Q: Will there be coverage of YCS Pasadena 2022? A: Yes! Featured Matches will be livestreamed and there will also be online coverage and other updates at the YCS available here: Event Coverage blog – Event updates, Quick Questions, Pairings, and Standings Live Stream of Feature Matches and the Top Cut Matches will be streamed on our Twitch and YouTube channel s. These channels can be found at:
Q: What is the cost to register for the Yu-Gi-Oh! Charity Tournament? A: Duelists will pay $22.00 to receive four (4) tournament packs and registration in the event. This is the cost of four (4) tournament packs in the local currency, including any taxes and fees.
Q: What charity does the money from the Yu-Gi-Oh! Charity Tournament go to? A: The money collected from the Yu-Gi-Oh! Charity Tournament will be donated to UNICEF for their continuing efforts to help with disaster relief.
Q: What Time Wizard format will be available at YCS Pasadena 2022? A: There will primarily be two Time Wizard formats offered as Public Events at YCS Pasadena 2022. The first format will use the April 2005 Forbidden and Limited List, and the last legal set will be Dark Beginnings 2. This will be the “July 2005” format Time Wizard event. The second format will use the March 2010 Forbidden and Limited List, and the last legal set will be Duelist Pack: Kaiba. This will be the “April 2010” format Time Wizard event. While these two formats will be the primary formats offered, they aren’t the only formats possible! If you and your friends would like to play a different format, come chat with event staff at Public Events to get your preferred format started!
Q: What is the Speed Duel Public Events Limited List for YCS Pasadena? A: Speed Duel Public Events Limited List: YCS Pasadena will implement an event-only Limited List for all Speed Duel Public Events (Win-a-Mat and ATTACK OF THE GIANT CARD!!). This Limited List is legal on the weekend of YCS Pasadena and only at YCS Pasadena. Duelists must comply with the list if they wish to participate in Speed Duel Public Events. Copies of the list will be available at the Public Events stage for Duelists to reference. The Speed Duel Limited List works like the Yu-Gi-Oh! DUEL LINKS Forbidden and Limited List. Limited 1: Only 1 of the following cards out of all the cards that are “Limited 1” can be used in your Deck & Side Deck.
Limited 2: Only 2 of the following cards out of all the cards that are “Limited 2” can be used in your Deck & Side Deck.
Limited 3: Only 3 of the following cards out of all the cards that are “Limited 3” can be used in your Deck & Side Deck.
Q: I want to vend at the Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series Pasadena, who should I contact and by when? A: Vending space is available free of charge at Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series venues but is only available to Official Tournament Stores in good standing. Vendors must meet certain requirements and agree to abide by set guidelines. Interested vendors should email us-opsupport@konami.com with the subject line “Request to Vend at YCS Pasadena, CA 2022.” Vendors will be required to complete and apply for each event at which they wish to vend. For YCS Pasadena all applications must be submitted no later than Sunday, October 9th, 2022. Keep in mind that KDE handles the applications for vending at Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series events, and not the Tournament Organizer. Vendors and their staff need to follow the COVID-19 requirements for the event. Cash transactions with anyone other than an approved vendor at an approved location are prohibited at Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series events. Attendees who conduct cash transactions, such as selling of cards or product, to anyone other than an approved vendor at a Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series event risk penalties including disqualification and expulsion from the venue. Anyone buying and/or selling as an unauthorized vendor at a Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series venue may also risk incurring penalties, including but not limited to, being disqualified and removed from the event, suspensions from KONAMI Organized Play, and suspension as an Official Tournament Store. |
