South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME (TCG) Championship 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship Information
- Are there any COVID requirements or procedures we must follow at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
- What happens at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
- Do I need an invite to participate in the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
- What are the prizes for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
- Are there any pack prizes?
- What is the format for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
- How many rounds will the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship have?
- How many Duelists will advance to Day 2?
- How many Duelists will advance to the Top Cut?
- What will I need to bring to the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship tournament?
- If I’ve never been to a South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship tournament, what should I expect?
- I will be bringing my children to the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship. Is there anything I should know?
- Will the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship have the Bounty Feature?
- I won a Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series (YCS) or Remote Duel YCS event during the 2019 – 2022 qualifying season. Are there any perks for me at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
- Will there be meal breaks during the tournament?
- What if someone who came with me does not know how to play?
- What happens if I am not done with my Match after 40 minutes?
Registration Information
- When can I register for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
- What will I need to bring in order to register?
- When will I receive my participation prizes?
Invitations
- Do I need an invitation to participate in the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
- If I qualified in a Dragon Duel tournament (for Duelists born 2008 or later) can I play in the regular South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
- How and when will I receive my Invite?
- What should I do if I can’t find my name on KDE-US’ online invite list?
Card Legality
- What cards are legal for play?
- Can I use OCG cards (cards printed for use in Japan and other Asian territories) in my Deck?
- Can I use foreign language cards in my Deck?
Public Events
- What are the different types of Public Events?
- What are the point values for the Public Events?
- What is a Swiss Round Tournament?
- What is a Single-Elimination Tournament?
- What are the Last Chance Qualifiers?
- What is the Advanced Constructed Format Dragon Duel (Effective Sunday June 26th, 2022)?
- What is the Advanced Format Constructed Dragon Duel?
- What is the Format for the Casual Sealed Deck Dragon Duel?
- What is the Yu-Gi-Oh! Official Tournament Store (OTS) Tournament Series?
- Who is eligible for the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
- When can I register for the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
- What time does the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series start?
- How many rounds will the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series have?
- How can I enter the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
- What is the format for the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
- What are the rules for the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
- What are the prizes for the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
- What are the rules for 3 vs. 3 Team Dueling?
- What are the rules for the Structure Deck Tournament?
- What are the Rules for the Charity Tournament?
- What are the rules for a Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME Speed Duel (Speed Duel) Constructed Tournament?
- What are the rules for Yu-Gi-Oh! DUEL LINKS (Duel Links) Tournaments?
- What are the Rules for Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL (MASTER DUEL) Tournaments? NEW
- How long will each Match last?
- What is the Public Events playoff?
- What is the Prize Wall?
Miscellaneous
- I may need assistance to participate at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship due to a disability or recent injury, what should I do?
- I want to judge at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship, instead of competing as a Duelist – how do I request to participate? Will there be vendors on site so I can buy single cards and supplies and sell my cards?
- Can I buy and sell from other people at the event?
- Where can I get food and drinks during the tournament?
- Can I get a CARD GAME ID (previously COSSY ID) number at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship tournament, or will I need to have one before I attend the event?
- Are there any items I am not allowed to bring to the tournament?
- What if I lost an item at the tournament?
South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship Information
Q: Are there any COVID requirements or procedures we must follow at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
A: Yes, please see the COVID-19 restrictions for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG in the Short FAQ.
Q: What happens at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
A: The South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship is an invite-only tournament, where Duelists will attend to compete for exclusive prizes and the chance to become the undisputed South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Champion.
The South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship is a 3-day event. On Friday, June 24th, Duelists who have not qualified for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship can play in Last Chance Qualifiers to earn an invite for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship (Last Chance Qualifiers begin at 12:00 PM on Friday, June 24th). The actual South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship itself will begin on Saturday, June 25th.
In addition to the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship, there will be numerous Public Events to participate in during Saturday and Sunday.
Q: Do I need an invite to participate in the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
A: Yes, all Duelists wishing to compete in either the 2022 Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Tournament or the Yu-Gi-Oh! Dragon Duel Championship Tournament will need to have earned an invite at any of the following;
- A Regional Qualifier hosted between July 2019 and June 22nd, 2022
- This includes Regional Qualifier single-elimination flights hosted at YCS and Remote Duel YCS
- A Dragon Duel event hosted between July 2019 and June 22nd, 2022
- OTS Championship event hosted between August 2019 and March 2022
- YCS Top Cut between August 2019 and June 2022
- This includes Remote Duel YCS
Aside from the Main Tournaments, anyone wishing to attend the 2022 Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship to spectate or take part in any of the Public Events or Attractions do not need an invite to do that as the hall is open to the public and all are welcome as long as they abide by the COVID restrictions to enter.
Q: What are the prizes for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
A:
| 1st Place | 18 packs each of Dawn of Majesty, Burst of Destiny, Battle of Chaos, and Dimension Force |
| 2nd Place | 12 packs each of Dawn of Majesty, Burst of Destiny, Battle of Chaos, and Dimension Force |
| 3rd-4th Place | 9 packs each of Dawn of Majesty, Burst of Destiny, Battle of Chaos, and Dimension Force |
| 5th-8th Place | Nintendo® Switch system and custom Switch case Yu-Gi-Oh! Legacy of the Duelist: Link Evolution download code & Yu-Gi-Oh! RUSH DUEL: Dawn of the Battle Royale!! download code Complete set of Battle of Chaos and Dimension Force 6 packs each of Dawn of Majesty, Burst of Destiny, Battle of Chaos, and Dimension Force |
| 9th-16th Place | Complete Set of Dimension Force 6 packs each of Dawn of Majesty, Burst of Destiny, Battle of Chaos, and Dimension Force |
| Top 4 | Complete set of Battle of Chaos and Dimension Force (only 1st place will include Starlight Rare Cards) Nintendo® Switch system and custom Switch case Yu-Gi-Oh! Legacy of the Duelist: Link Evolution download code & Yu-Gi-Oh! RUSH DUEL: Dawn of the Battle Royale!! download code |
| Top 8 | Championship Trophy Championship Card Case |
| Top 16 | Super Rare Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series Prize Card: Duel Link Dragon, the Duel Dragon |
| Top 32 | Crystal Card Featuring Black Luster Soldier, Envoy of the Beginning Black Luster Soldier, Envoy of the Beginning Championship Game Mat Championship Sleeves |
| Top Cut | Championship 2022 Top Cut Game Mat |
| Participation | Championship 2022 Game Mat & WCQ Sleeves |
Championship Card Case
Championship Game Mat
Championship Sleeves
Q: Are there any pack prizes?
A: The Top 16 of the event will receive booster pack prizes. Please refer to the prizing section for information on all prizes that will be awarded at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship.
Q: What is the format for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
A: The South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship is a Constructed event, which means each Duelist must bring his or her own Deck in order to compete. Decks must be constructed according to the latest Advanced Format guidelines. (See here for more information: http://www.yugioh-card.com/en/limited/.) You will need to make sure your Deck matches the current format.
Q: How many rounds will the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship have?
A: The total number of Duelists will determine the number of rounds that are played.
| Number of Participants | Number of Swiss Rounds | Swiss Rounds Day 1 | Swiss Rounds Day 2 | Playoff Top Cut |
| 129 – 256 Duelists | 8 Rounds | 8 Rounds | None | Top 64 |
| 257 – 512 Duelists | 9 Rounds | 9 Rounds | None | Top 64 |
| 513 – 1024 Duelists | 10 Rounds | 8 Rounds | 2 Rounds | Top 64 |
Q: How many Duelists will advance to Day 2?
A: If there are 512 Duelists or less registered for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship, then the Top 64 will advance to Day 2.
If there are 513 – 1024 Duelists registered for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship, then the Top 128 Duelists OR all players with a minimum of 16 Points, whichever number is larger, will advance to Day 2.
Additional Swiss rounds will begin at 9am on Sunday, with the top cut to follow. If no additional Swiss Rounds, then the top cut will start at 9am.
Q: How many Duelists will advance to the Top Cut?
A: If there are 129 or more Duelists registered for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship, the tournament will cut to Top 64 after all rounds of Swiss are completed.
Q: What will I need to bring to the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship tournament?
A: You should bring a tournament-legal Deck as described above, along with any tournament supplies you will need; such as paper and pen to track Life Points, dice or counters if you are using cards which require them, extra sleeves to replace any that become damaged, and so forth. If you have a CARD GAME ID number, you should bring your number. You should bring a form of personal identification with a picture. You’ll also need money for your incidentals (food, drinks, Public Events, etc.).
Q: If I’ve never been to a South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship tournament, what should I expect?
A: The South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship is a prestigious Yu-Gi-Oh! tournament that attracts the best Duelists in South America. Many Duelists travel great distances to attend the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship, so you can expect to meet hundreds of fellow Yu-Gi-Oh! fans from all over.
There are a lot of things you should do to make sure you are prepared before heading to the tournament.
Read over the list of things you will need for the tournament, and make sure you have everything.
You’ll have a better time at the event if you don’t have too many bulky or heavy possessions to carry around, as it can get crowded there on the floor. Think ahead while you are planning what to bring with you.
When you get to the event, you will need to register to play. You can register on Friday from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM, or you can register on the morning of the event. If you live in the area or arrive early enough on Friday, you should definitely register then, it will save you a lot of time the following morning.
Your Deck List will be collected at Registration. Make sure your Deck List is ready before you reach the front of the Registration line.
If you need to register on the day of the event, get there early! Registration will open at 8:00 AM, and there will already be a line of people waiting. You’ll need to be in line by 9:45 AM, or you will not be able to enter the tournament when it begins. We must start without you, to make sure the event begins on time – you’ll still be able to play, but you will not be able to enter the tournament until the second round begins and you will start with a Round one Match loss.
To register, you’ll need a Registration form, a form of ID and your CARD GAME ID if you have one already. You can get a Registration form at the event, or you can get one to print at home before the tournament by clicking on this link:
https://www.yugioh-card.com/en/downloads/forms/KDE_RegistrationSheet.pdf
Make sure your Registration form is filled out completely before you reach the registration station.
You will also need a CARD GAME ID card – this is the ID number used to track you in the tournament. If you don’t already have one, you will be able to get one at the tournament.
If you have a CARD GAME ID and have lost or forgotten it, you can ask the CARD GAME ID station to look it up for you. If you’ve played in a previous event, they may be able to retrieve your number. The CARD GAME ID station is kept separately from the Registration stations, so if you do not have a CARD GAME ID number or need it looked up, be sure to go to the CARD GAME ID station before getting in line to register.
Once you have a completed Registration form and a CARD GAME ID, you can register for the tournament.
You will also need a Deck List. A Deck List is required to participate in the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship tournament. You can get a Deck List form at the event when you register, or you can download one to fill out ahead of time by clicking on this link:
https://www.yugioh-card.com/en/downloads/forms/KDE_DeckList.pdf.
This is an editable PDF, so you will be able to type the card names in this form, which should help as your Deck List needs to be legible and complete – write the name of each card in full, and write down how many copies you have in your Deck.
Make sure your name and CARD GAME ID are on your Deck List.
Make sure your Deck List exactly matches your Deck.
There is a very helpful article on our strategy site that will help you fill out your Deck List properly. Just follow the link here:
Duelists are encouraged to complete their Deck List before attempting to register for the Tournament by using the downloadable KDE-US Deck List and typing out all the necessary information in the editable fields on the form.
Duelists are responsible for paying attention to information from judges and/or tournament staff in order to understand what is going on. If Duelists have questions about the event either beforehand or while they are there, they should check with the Event Manager.
Before heading to the event, all Duelists should read over the KDE-US Tournament Policy and Penalty Guidelines carefully. These documents tell you what you can and cannot do at an event and give you a good idea of what to expect. You may find these Guidelines by clicking the following links.
KDE-US Official Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME Tournament Policy:
https://www.yugioh-card.com/en/downloads/penalty_guide/YGOTCG_Policy_v_2_1.pdf
Tournament Infractions and Penalties Policy:
https://www.yugioh-card.com/en/downloads/penalty_guide/Penalty_Guidelines_v_2_1.pdf
Remember, there is much more to do at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship than just compete in the main tournament. There are lots of Public Events, vendors buying and selling cards, and other Duelists to trade with. Read over the FAQ carefully, and you’ll be off to a great start.
Q: I will be bringing my children to the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship. Is there anything I should know?
A: We will have a Parents’ Lounge available, where parents can relax while their children are occupied in the tournament. This area is open only to parents and their children. You are not required to stay on site, but we strongly recommend that you do, especially if your children are young or if this is their first event. Please know that the tournament staff cannot be responsible for looking after your children, or their possessions. Always make sure your child has a way to contact you, and is provided with any necessities such as food, drink, or extra money if you do not wish to remain in the tournament area.
When your child is preparing for the event, encourage him or her to leave any bulky or expensive possessions at home. Electronics and large collections of cards are hard to keep track of during a big tournament – your child will have a much easier day without having to worry about these kinds of items.
Trading cards are a big attraction at large tournaments, but if you are concerned about your child trading away valuable cards, talk to him or her before the event and set some guidelines. You can always have your child check with you before making a trade.
Q: Will the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship have the Bounty Feature?
A: No, there will be no bounty feature at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship.
Q: I won a Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series (YCS) or Remote Duel YCS event during the 2019 – 2022 qualifying season. Are there any perks for me at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
A: All Duelists who have won a Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series during the 2019 – 2022 qualifying year or any Ultimate Duelist Series Invitational Champions will receive VIP status and preferred seating at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship. VIP Duelists will begin the tournament with a 2-Round BYE.
Ultimate Duelist Series Invitational Champions are required to bring and present their UDS Championship Belt in order to receive VIP status.
Duelists who are eligible for VIP status will register at the VIP station either Friday June 24th, 2022 between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM or Saturday June 25th, 2022 between 8:00 AM and 9:45 AM. VIPs will receive all participation items for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship, while supplies last.
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. 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: What if someone who came with me does not know how to play?
A: If someone who is attending the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship that does not know how to play the Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG or Yu-Gi-Oh! Speed Duel, do not worry. We will have capable staff on site who will be more than happy to teach them how to play.
Q: What happens if I am not done with my Match after 40 minutes?
A: Sometimes a Match will not be finished when the time ends for a round. If this happens, it is both Duelists’ responsibility to note whose turn it is when time is called. Duelists who require assistance with the End of Match procedures, should raise their hand and call for a Judge. The Judge should be notified that the Match is ongoing and whose turn it is. The judge may or may not stay to supervise the End of Match procedure but should ensure that both Duelists understand the following procedures.
End of Match procedures should follow these three (3) rules:
Rule #1: If time is called while Duelists are in the middle of a Game, the current Game must have a decision (Win, Loss, or Draw)
Rule #2: Once the current Game has concluded with a decision, determine the winner of the Match by determining the number of Game Wins (or Game Losses) each Duelist has for the current Match. The Duelist with the most Game Wins will win the Match.
Swiss Rounds: If both Duelists have the same number of Game Wins, or if time was called in between games of a Match when both Duelists had the same number of Game Wins, then the Match is a Draw.
Single-Elimination Rounds: If both Duelists have the same number of Game Wins, or if time is called in between Games of a Match while both Duelists have the same number of Game Wins, they will begin a new Duel with specific guidelines.
- Neither Duelist may use his or her Side Deck. If time was called in between Games of a Match and at least one Duelist has already accessed his or her Side Deck, then both Duelists may use their Side Deck.
- Duelists must use a random method (die roll, coin flip, etc.) to determine who will go first.
- The Duel will continue for a total of four (4) turns, two (2) turns for each Duelist, unless a Duelist manages to win the Duel before the four (4) turns have concluded.
- A “turn” is defined as the start of the Draw Phase until the end of the End Phase for a single Duelist.
- Once the four (4) turns are completed, Life Point totals are compared and the Duelist with the highest Life Point total wins the Match.
- If both Duelists’ Life Points are the same after the four (4) turns are completed, then play will continue on a turn-by-turn basis, with the Duelist with the most Life Points at the end of a turn being declared the winner of that Game.
Rule #3: If a win condition occurs during End of Match Procedures, that Duelist wins the current Game.
Keeping these three (3) rules in mind, please follow these instructions when proceeding to End of Match procedures:
- Continue with the current Phase of the Game. Once the Phase is over, stop the game.
- Determine a Game Winner at this point, with the Duelist with the most Life Points winning the Game.
- During Swiss Rounds, if both Duelists’ Life Points are the same, the Game is a Draw. Compare Game Wins with the Duelist with the most Game Wins winning the Match. If the Game Win totals are the same, the Match is a Draw.
- During Single-Elimination, if both Duelists’ Life Points are the same at the end of the current Phase (Step 1 above), finish the current turn. If both Duelists’ Life Points are the same at the end of the turn, then play will continue on a turn-by-turn basis, with the Duelist with the most Life Points at the end of a turn being declared the winner of that Game.
Match Draws cannot occur during Single-Elimination Rounds.
Registration Information
Q: When can I register for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
A: Registration will open on Friday, June 24th from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM, and on Saturday, June 25th, from 8:00 AM until 9:45 AM. We strongly recommend that you register on Friday, to make sure you are ready to play on Saturday. If you register on Friday, you do not need to register again on Saturday.
Your Deck List will be collected at Registration. This means that you must have a completed Deck List ready to hand in when you register for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship or South America Dragon Duel Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship. There will be one exception to this; if you Pre-Register on Friday, June 24th, you can turn in your Deck List when you Pre-Register or no later than 9:30 AM Saturday June 25th or you will be awarded at least a first round Game Loss and will not be allowed to participate until a legal Deck List has been properly submitted. Once a Deck List has been submitted it can no longer be changed.
Q: What will I need to bring in order to register?
A: Make sure you have all of the following, in order to register for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship:
- Your CARD GAME ID (if you have lost your ID and cannot remember your number, we will be able to look it up on site).
- A proper form of identification, with your name and photo. A driver’s license, school ID, or passport are all acceptable forms of identification. Since this tournament is invitation-only, it is important that we verify the identity of all participants.
- For Dragon Duelists, we recommend having a copy of your Birth Certificate as well to show proof of age.
- Form of identification should be for the participating Duelist and not for a parent or guardian.
Q: When will I receive my participation prizes?
A: You will receive your participation prizes when you register for the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship. Please keep in mind that these items are participation prizes – you must attend the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship as a participant in order to receive them. They cannot be mailed to you or picked up on your behalf.
Invitations
Q: Do I need an invitation to participate in the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
A:Yes, you must have earned an invite at a Regional Qualifier, Remote Duel Regional Qualifier, Dragon Duel, OTS Championship, Remote Duel Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series or Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship Series event in order to participate in the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship.
Duelists who have not yet earned an invite can still play in the Last Chance Qualifiers to earn an invite. Last Chance Qualifiers will take place between 12:00PM – 5:00PM on Friday June 24th in the same Tournament Venue where the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! Championship will be held.
Q: If I qualified in a Dragon Duel tournament (for Duelists born in 2008 or later) can I play in the regular South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship?
A: Duelists who were born in 2008 or later who qualified for the South America Dragon Duel Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship may choose to play in the Main South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship instead of the South America Dragon Duel Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship. Dragon Duelists may not register and/or participate in both events. A Dragon Duelist who is caught entering both events will be Disqualified and will not be able to compete in any other event, including any Public Events, at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship.
Q: How and when will I receive my Invite?
A: The list of players who have earned invites to the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship is posted online at the following locations:
A list of Duelists with Invites can be found at: https://www.yugioh-card.com/en/events/rankings/wcq-invite-lists/
You will not receive a physical invitation, or an invitation through e-mail or postal mail – you will be entered into the invite list database.
Information about the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship will be posted online – it will not be mailed or sent to you. Duelists are responsible for verifying that their name appears on the appropriate invite list, and to access posted information about the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship tournament by checking the http://www.yugioh-card.com/en/events page for updates.
Q: What should I do if I can’t find my name on KDE-US’ online invite list?
A: If you have a question about your Invite status, you can email la-opsupport@konami.com for further information. Please provide your full name, CARD GAME ID number, and the date and location of the event at which you qualified, along with your question, for a quick and efficient response.
Card Legality
Q: What cards are legal for play?
A: Please check the “Products” page online at https://www.yugioh‐card.com/en/products/ for the most current legality dates of Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME product releases, prior to preparing your Deck for the event.
In addition to checking the tournament legality of a product, please check the current Advanced Format Forbidden/Limited list at: https://www.yugioh-card.com/en/limited/list_05-2022/. Certain cards in products with tournament-legal dates can sometimes be excluded from the current format.
Cards that have been altered from their original appearance with surface decoration may be used for play only if the alterations do not obscure any portion of the card text, make the illustration difficult to recognize, or make the card distinguishable from other cards in the Deck while it is face-down.
If a card’s surface decoration renders the card unrecognizable at first glance, then the card is not allowed for tournament play.
The Head Judge of the event has final arbitration on whether or not altered cards may be used at the tournament. Duelists are responsible for determining whether or not their altered cards are acceptable for use before the start of the tournament.
Subscription promos* for Weekly SHONEN JUMP Magazine and/or promotional cards that have not been released in Latin America are not tournament legal in Latin America. The list below contains SHONEN JUMP promos and video game promos that have not been released in Latin America:
- JUMP-EN006 Unity
- JUMP-EN007 Yu-Jo Friendship
- JUMP-EN008 Judgment of Pharaoh
- YZ05-EN001 Number 72: Shogi Rook
- YZ09-EN001 Gagaga Head
- YA05-EN001 Odd-Eyes Phantasma Dragon
- YA06-EN001 Timelord Progenitor Vorpgate
- JMPS-EN001 Troposphere
- PCK-002 Aqua Chorus
- PCK-003 Seal of the Ancients
- DBT-EN001 Emes the Infinity
- DBT-EN003 Twinheaded Beast
- YDB1-EN002 Metal Shooter
- WC4-001 Fairy King Truesdale
*These subscription promos are only available if you are a resident of US or Canada, and tournament legal dates apply only to sanctioned North American events.
Q: Can I use OCG cards (cards printed for use in Japan and other Asian territories) in my Deck?
A: No, cards printed for Asian markets are not legal for play in TCG tournaments, even if you have a translation available.
Q: Can I use foreign language cards in my Deck?
A: You may use foreign-language copies of legal-for-play cards printed for the TCG market, as long as you can show an official translation of the card when asked to do so by an opponent or tournament official.
If you are using a card that is not in a local language, you must do one of the following:
- Have a local-language version of the card, stored outside of your Deck or Card Case, available to show opponents or tournament officials. For English or Spanish language cards, you are not required to have an official translation (with the exception of Brazil and Trinidad & Tobago, Spanish cards will need English translation). Portuguese cards do not require a translation for the Brazilian event(s).
- Have an accurate, written version of the most recent card text, stored outside of your Card Case, available to show opponents or tournament officials.
- Use the “Camera Search” function in NEURON to provide an accurate translation of the card.
Public Events
Q: What are the different types of Public Events?
Saturday, June 25th
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (ongoing) | 2023 Regional Qualifiers (16-player flights) |
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (ongoing) | DUEL LINKS Tournaments |
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (ongoing) | MASTER DUEL Tournaments |
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (ongoing) | Speed Duel Constructed Tournaments |
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (ongoing) | Structure Deck Tournaments (8-player flights) |
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (ongoing) | Tag Duel (8-team flights) |
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (ongoing) | Win-A-Mat (8-Player flights) |
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (ongoing) | Yu-Gi-Oh! Day Tournament |
| 1:00 PM | Dragon Duel Casual Sealed (Born 2008 or later) |
| 3:00 PM | ATTACK OF THE GIANT CARD!! |
Sunday, June 26th
| 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (ongoing) | 2023 Regional Qualifiers (16-player flights) |
| 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (ongoing) | DUEL LINKS Tournaments |
| 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (ongoing) | MASTER DUEL Tournaments |
| 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (ongoing) | Speed Duel Constructed Tournaments |
| 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (ongoing) | Structure Deck Tournaments (8-player flights) |
| 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (ongoing) | Tag Duel (8-team flights) |
| 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (ongoing) | Win-A-Mat (8-Player flights) |
| 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (ongoing) | Yu-Gi-Oh! Day Tournament |
| 10:00 AM | 3 vs. 3 Team Tournament |
| 12:00 PM | ATTACK OF THE GIANT CARD!! |
| 11:00 AM | Dragon Duel Tournament (Born 2009 or later) |
| 1:00 PM | Dragon Duel Casual Sealed (Born 2009 or later) |
| 1:00 PM | Yu-Gi-Oh! Charity Event |
| 2:00 PM | Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series |
| 3:45 PM | Cut-off to earn points for Public Events Playoffs |
| 4:00 PM | Public Event Playoffs |
| Event | Packs Purchased for Entry | Cost of Entry Pack Purchase | # of Participants*** | Format | Prizing ** |
| Last Chance Qualifier* | 2 Booster Packs | $ 6,600 CLP | 16 | Advanced Format – Single-Elimination (Ongoing) | 1st Place: An invite to the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship, Regional Game Mat and Deck Box 2nd Place: Invite to the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship |
| 16 Player 2023 Regional Qualifiers* | 2 Booster Packs | $ 6,600 CLP | 16 | Advanced Format – Single-Elimination (Ongoing) | 1st Place: An invite to the next World Championship Qualifier, Regional Card Case, and 2022 Regional Game Mat Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card |
| DUEL LINKS Tournaments | 1 Booster Pack | $3,300 CLP | 8 | DUEL LINKS Format Single-Elimination | 1st Place: Blue-Eyes White Dragon (chibi) Pin, Lion patch 2nd Place: Ox Patch 3rd/4th Place: Bear Patch Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card |
| MASTER DUEL Tournaments | 1 Booster Pack | $3,300 CLP | 8 | MASTER DUEL Format – Single Elimination (Ongoing) | 1st Place: MASTER DUEL Mouse Pad Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card |
| 3 vs. 3 Team Dueling* | 1 Booster Pack per team member | $9,900 CLP per team | 64 Teams | 3 vs. 3 Team Dueling Format – Single Elimination | 1st Place: Each team member will receive an uncut 3 x 3 sheet of Secret Rares 2nd Place: Each team member will receive an uncut 3 x 3 sheet of Ultra Rares 3rd/4th Place: Each team member will receive an uncut 3 x 3 sheet of Super Rares Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card |
| ATTACK OF THE GIANT CARD!!* | 3 Booster Packs | $9,900 CLP | 32 | Advanced Format – Single-Elimination | 1st Place: Oversized Yu-Gi-Oh! Card 2nd–3rd Place: Oversized Yu-Gi-Oh! Card (half the size of 1st place) Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card |
| Speed Duel Constructed Tournament | 4 Speed Duel Booster Packs | $4,800 CLP | 8 | Speed Duel Constructed Format – Single-Elimination (Ongoing) | 1st Place: Speed Duel Game Mat, Speed Duel KC Coin, and 2 Speed Duel Tournament Packs 2nd Place: Speed Duel KC Coin and 2 Speed Duel Tournament Packs Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card |
| Structure Deck Tournaments | 1 Structure Deck | $11,000 CLP | 8 | Sealed Format – Single-Elimination (Ongoing) | 1st Place: Structure Deck Tournament Game Mat Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card |
| Yu-Gi-Oh! Charity Event | 2 Booster Packs | 1 Non-perishable Food Donation | Unlimited- | Advanced Format Swiss (No Playoff Cut) | 4-0: 16 Booster Packs 3-1: 8 Booster Packs 2-2: 4 Booster Packs 1-3: 2 Booster Packs Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card |
| Dragon Duel Constructed* | N/A | Free | Unlimited | Advanced Format – Swiss (No Playoff Cut) | Top 4 receive an invite to next World Championship Qualifier, 2022 Regional Game Mat, Regional Card Case, and a Dragon Duel Medal. Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card |
| Dragon Duel Casual Sealed | N/A | Free | Unlimited | Speed Duel Sealed – Swiss (No Playoff Cut) | 1st Place: DUEL LINKS coin Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card & Speed Duel Demo Deck |
| Tag Duel | 1 Booster Pack per team member | $6,600 CLP per team | 8 Teams | Tag Duel Format – Single Elimination (Ongoing) | 1st Place: Each team member will receive a 2×2 uncut sheet Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card per team member |
| Win-A-Mat | 1 Booster Pack | $3,300 CLP | 8 | Advanced Format – Single-Elimination (Ongoing) | 1st Place: Win-A-Mat Game Mat Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card |
| Yu-Gi-Oh! Day Tournament | 1 Booster Pack | $3,300 CLP | 8 | Advanced Format – Single-Elimination (Ongoing) | 1st Place: Yu-Gi-Oh! Day Game Mat 1st – 8th Place: Yu-Gi-Oh! Day Field Center or Yu-Gi-Oh! Day Token Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card |
| Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series | 2 Booster Packs per team member | $19,800 CLP per team | 64 teams | Advanced Format – Swiss, Playoff Top Cut | See Q: What are the prizes for the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series section. Participation: (1) Amabie Promo Card per team member |
| Public Events Playoff* | N/A | Free | 4 per Playoff | Advanced Format – Single-Elimination | 1st Place: Super Rare copy of the YCS prize card. |
*Deck lists are required.
**Prizing is limited and subject to change. Any change in prizing will be announced before registration begins for any event with prizing different than advertised.
***Number of Participants per event subject to change without notice. Any change will be announced.
Q: What are the point values for the Public Events?
A:
| Event | Participation Points | Additional Points for Winning |
| Dragon Duel | 3 | 3 |
| Structure Deck Tournament | 3 | 3 |
| Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series | 3 | 3 |
| 3 vs 3 Team Duel | 2 | 2 |
| ATTACK OF THE GIANT CARD!! | 2 | 2 |
| Regional Qualifier Flights | 2 | 2 |
| Speed Duel Constructed | 2 | 2 |
| Tag Duel | 2 | 2 |
| Win-A-Mat | 1 | 1 |
| Yu-Gi-Oh! Day Tournament | 1 | 1 |
No Public Event Points are awarded to the following events:
| South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship Main Event |
| South America Dragon Duel Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship |
| Last Chance Qualifiers |
| Last Chance Dragon Duel Qualifiers |
| Dragon Duel Casual Sealed |
| DUEL LINKS Tournament |
| MASTER DUEL Tournaments |
| Yu-Gi-Oh! Charity Event |
Duelists must be present for the start of the first round of each event for which they register, in order to receive the entry points. You cannot register in more than one event at a time. If you register for an event while you are still enrolled in a previous event, you will forfeit all Public Event points for all events in which you are simultaneously registered.
Q: What is a Swiss Round Tournament?
A: Duelists are paired off based on each Duelist’s win/loss record. Duelists are not eliminated when they lose a Match during Swiss rounds – instead, they will continue to be paired against Duelists with similar records for all remaining rounds of the event.
Q: What is a Single-Elimination Tournament?
A: Half of the tournament is eliminated after each round – the losing Duelist is out of the tournament, while the winner goes on to the next round. This continues until only one Duelist remains, which is then declared the winner.
Q: What are the Last Chance Qualifiers?
A: The Last Chance Qualifiers are Advanced Format, Constructed, 16-player, Single-Elimination Events, where the winner will earn an invite to the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship.
Only Duelists who do not already have an invite to the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship may participate in any Last Chance Qualifier.
Duelists who already have an invite and participate in a Last Chance Qualifier will automatically lose their invite and will have to re-earn it to participate in the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship.
There is no age limit for Duelists who are eligible to participate in the Last Chance Qualifiers.
There is no limit on how many Last Chance Qualifiers a Duelist can enter, but they can only register for one at a time
A Deck List is required to participate in a Last Chance Qualifier. If you are eliminated from a Last Chance Qualifier you may ask the judge working your event for your Deck List, if you plan on using the same Deck List to enter another Last Chance Qualifier.
Duelists who win Last Chance Qualifiers will be required to register for their South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship (or South America Dragon Duel Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship) upon completion of their Last Chance Qualifier. Duelists are not required to use the same Deck that they used in the Last Chance Qualifier but are required to submit a Deck List as part of the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship Registration process.
Q: What is the Advanced Constructed Format Dragon Duel? (Effective Sunday June 19th, 2022)
A: Dragon Duel tournaments are exclusive to Duelists born before a certain calendar year, with the calendar year requirement moving forward each year. For the 2022-2023 tournament season, the year requirement will be Duelists born on 2009 or later.
Dragon Duel tournaments are exclusive to Duelists born 2009 or later. Dragon Duels give a chance to earn an invite to the next Dragon Duel World Championship Qualifier. It is run using Swiss Rounds without a Top Cut playoff.
| Number of Participants* | Number of Swiss Rounds | Playoff Top Cut |
| 4 – 8 | 3 Rounds of Swiss | None |
| 9 – 16 | 4 Rounds of Swiss | None |
| 17 – 32 | 5 Rounds of Swiss | None |
| 33 – 64 | 6 Rounds of Swiss | None |
| 65 – 128 | 7 Rounds of Swiss | None |
The Dragon Duel at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship will be a competitive Advanced Format Constructed Deck Tournament.
Duelists that are eligible to play in the Dragon Duel tournament may enter the event for free.
Participants are required to provide proof of age to participate in a Dragon Duel (Copy of Birth Certificate, Passport, etc.).
Duelists must be born in 2009 or later.
A minimum of four (4) Duelists is required to run a Dragon Duel tournament.
Q: What is the Advanced Format Constructed Format Dragon Duel?
A: For the Advanced Format Constructed Tournament, Decks must be constructed per the latest Advanced Format guidelines. (See here for more information: http://www.yugioh-card.com/en/limited/index.html). The Forbidden & Limited list is updated periodically; refer to the “UPDATED” date on that page to ensure your Deck matches the current format
A Deck list is required for participation in the Advanced Format Constructed Deck Dragon Duel Tournament. Dragon Duel tournaments are Tier 2 events.
Q: What are the prizes for the Advanced Format Constructed Deck Dragon Duel?
A: Top 4 Duelists in the Advanced Format Constructed Deck Dragon Duel tournament will receive a 2022 Regional Game Mat, a Dragon Duel Medal, and a Regional Card Case.
In addition to the prizes listed above, invites awarded in the Dragon Duel for the next Dragon Duel World Championship Qualifier are based off of attendance, with the top-ranking Duelists after the final round of Swiss earning an invite to the next Dragon Duel World Championship Qualifier.
| Number of Dragon Duelers | # of Invites |
| 4 – 8 | 4 Invites |
| 9 – 16 | 8 Invites |
| 17 – 32 | 12 Invites |
| 33 – 64 | 16 Invites |
| 65 or more | 20 Invites |
Duelists are required to complete and submit a World Championship Qualifier Invite form on site. Prizes are not awarded until after the World Championship Qualifier Invite forms have been completed and properly submitted.
Q: What is the Format for the Casual Sealed Deck Dragon Duel?
A: Each Duelist would receive one Speed Duel Demo Deck. They would then play a normal best 2 out of 3 game matches following Speed Duel Rules.
- Each Duelist begins the game with 4000 Life Points
- Each Duelist begins the game with four cards as their starting hand
- The Main Deck size is 20 to 30 cards
- The Extra Deck may have a maximum of five cards
- Each Duelist has one Skill Card
- Skill Card effects do not use the chain
- Each Duelist has three Main Monster Zones, three Spell & Trap Zones, and one Field Zone.
- The Duelist going first does not draw a card on their opening turn.
- The hand size limit is six cards.
- Each Duelist may have an active Field Spell Card.
- Each Duelist may have a maximum of three copies of any card with the same name, in both the Main Deck and the Extra Deck.
Players can review the Speed Duel Policy Document here:
For more information on Speed Dueling please see https://www.yugioh-card.com/speedduel/
Q: What are the prizes for the Casual Sealed Deck Dragon Duel?
A: All Duelists receive the Speed Duel Demo Deck for the tournament and in addition, the winner will receive a DUEL LINKS coin.
Q: What is the Yu-Gi-Oh! Official Tournament Store (OTS) Tournament Series?
A: These are events designed specifically for OTS teams, who attend Premier Level events. Duelists who regularly play at a specific OTS and have 3 Duelists from the same OTS can register to compete for a plaque and other prizes.
Q: Who is eligible for the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
A: All Team members must be associated as customers at the same OTS and participate in their local tournaments on a regular basis. Team members must be registered as authorized players by their OTS online prior to the event weekend. Please contact your local OTS if interested in being one of their authorized players.
Q: When can I register for the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
A: There will be a registration period on Sunday of the event from 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM where you can fill out registration forms and turn in Deck Lists.
Q: What time does the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series start?
A:
12:00 PM – 1:45 PM: Onsite Registration for Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series / Teams turn in Deck List
2:00 PM: Start of Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series
Q: How many rounds will the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series have?
A: The total number of Teams will determine the number of rounds that are played.
| Number of Teams | Number of Swiss Rounds | Playoff Top Cut |
| 4 – 8 | 3 Rounds of Swiss | None |
| 9 – 16 | 4 Rounds of Swiss | Top 4 |
| 17 – 32 | 5 Rounds of Swiss | Top 8 |
| 33 – 64 | 6 Rounds of Swiss | Top 8 |
Q: How can I enter the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
A: Duelist will pay the equivalent of 2 booster packs per team member (6 booster packs per team) in local currency to receive 2 booster packs per team member and registration in the event.
Q: What is the format for the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
A: The Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series are Tier 1 events, conducted as Advanced Format, Constructed Deck, Swiss round events. The Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series will play Swiss Rounds, with a Playoff Top Cut, with prizes awarded at the end of the final playoff round played. If eight (8) or less Teams participate in the event, prizes are awarded after the final Round of Swiss.
Duelists will play Single Game Matches, with a team’s Round Results consisting of the combined Match Results for each team member.
Rounds in the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series are 20 minutes long.
Q: What are the rules for the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
A: Each Team will designate one Duelist on the team to be Duelist A, one to be Duelist B, and one to be Duelist C. Duelist A is considered to be the Team Captain and is the primary point of contact for administrative purposes. Each team must register a Team Name. The Team Name must be written on the top of the Registration Form and include the name of the OTS being represented. Team Names may not be offensive or disrespectful in any manner. Event Staff reserve the right to request a new team name if they feel the name may be inappropriate.
At the start of the Match, Duelist A will play against Duelist A, Duelist B will play against Duelist B, and Duelist C will play against Duelist C. Team members play as individuals – they do not share cards, Decks, Life Points, etc. Wins and losses are calculated by teams as a whole. All members of the team will play one Game. The team with the most Game wins gets the win for the Match.
Q: What are the prizes for the Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series?
A:
| Place | Prizes |
| 1st | Yu-Gi-Oh! OTS Tournament Series Plaque presented to the OTS 12 Booster Packs per team member Uncut 2 x 4 sheet per team member Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG branded journal per team member |
| 2nd | 9 Booster Packs per team member Uncut 2 x 4 sheet per team member Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG branded journal per team member |
| 3rd | 6 Booster Packs per team member Uncut 2 x 4 sheet per team member Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG branded journal per team member |
Q: What are the rules for the 3 vs. 3 Team Dueling event?
A: The 3 vs. 3 Team Dueling event will be Advanced Format Constructed, Single-Elimination with no Playoff Cut.
Players must use an uncut KDE-US Registration Form sheet to register for this event (3 Registration Forms per sheet). The top player is automatically Player A, the middle is Player B, and the bottom is Player C.
Player A is considered to be the Team Captain and is the primary point of contact in regard to administrative purposes.
Each team must register a Team Name. The Team Name must be written on the top of the Registration Form. Team Names may not be offensive or disrespectful in any manner. Event Staff reserve the right to request a new team name if they feel the name may be inappropriate.
Here are the basic rules:
- When registering for the tournament, each team will designate one Duelist on the team to be Duelist A, one to be Duelist B, and one to be Duelist C.
Team members must keep their team designation throughout the tournament. - At the start of the round, Duelist A will play against Duelist A, Duelist B will play against Duelist B, and Duelist C will play against Duelist C. Team members play as individuals – they do not share cards, Decks, Life Points, etc.
- All members of the team will play a best 2 out of 3 match.
- The team with the most Match wins gets the win for the round.
Example of play:
Team 1 (Duelist A1, Duelist B1, and Duelist C1) and Team 2 (Duelist A2, Duelist B2, and Duelist C2) play each other in Round 1.
- Duelist A1 sits across from Duelist A2, and they play each other, best 2 out of 3.
- Duelist B1 sits across from Duelist B2, and they play each other, best 2 out of 3.
- Duelist C1 sits across from Duelist C2, and they play each other, best 2 out of 3.
At the end of the Round, the teams compare Match wins.
- Duelist A1 won the Match against Duelist A2.
- Duelist B1 won the Match against Duelist B2.
- Duelist C1 lost the Match against Duelist C2.
Since Team 1 has 2 Match wins, Team 1 wins the round.
Q: What are the rules for a Tag Duel Tournament?
A: Besides the 3 vs. 3 Team events, Duelists can also pair up to play cooperatively in Tag Duel!
Tag Duel Tournaments are Advanced constructed, Single-Elimination events with no playoff cut.
Duelists must register using a Team Registration Form. The Duelist listed as Player A will be team captain for administrative purposes. Each team must register a Team Name. The Team Name must be written on the top of the Registration Form. Team Names may not be offensive or disrespectful in any manner. Event Staff reserve the right to request a new team name if they feel the name may be inappropriate.
Here are the basic rules:
- When registering each team will designate one Duelist as Duelist A and the other as Duelist B. Team members must keep their team designation throughout the tournament.
- Each Duelist will have their own unique field.
- Each Duelist uses their own Deck (2 Decks per team)
- Each Duelist uses only Pendulum Scales they control for a Pendulum Summon.
- Duelists may use cards that their teammate possesses to pay costs for activating effects, or to meet the Summoning conditions of monsters.
- Teams share a Life Point total of 16,000 (if it reaches zero, that team loses the Duel).
- Each Team can have one (1) Field Spell card on the field at a time. If either Duelist on a team controls a Field Spell, it must be sent to the Graveyard before a new one can be placed (Set or activated) on the field.
- Each Duelist can Summon Monsters from their own Extra Deck only.
- Any member of a team may use any cards in play on their team’s side of the field for Tribute Summons, Ritual Summons, and Summons from the Extra Deck.
- Teammates may not activate effects (Ignition Effects, Normal Spell Cards, Quick Effects, Trigger Effects, Continuous Effects, etc.) that their teammate possesses unless the effect is able to be utilized by all Duelists.
- Trigger effects, even if it is an effect triggered by the Duelist, can only be activated by the Duelist who possesses that card.
- Teammates may talk, compare hands, and share information freely with each other. Teammates must come to an agreement before making plays involving each other’s cards. Teammates cannot take an extended period to discuss their actions and must still conduct their moves in a timely manner.
- A team loses if their Life Points reach zero or if either Duelist on a team cannot draw a card from their deck when required to. If a Duelist reaches a special victory condition (such as Final Countdown or Exodia the Forbidden One), that team wins.
- Each Duelist on each team may run three (3) of any card not currently on the Forbidden and Limited List. Each Duelist is also allowed to run one (1) of any Limited Card and two (2) of any Semi-Limited Card currently on the Forbidden and Limited Lists.
Example of Play
Duelists on the same team sit beside each other, with Duelist A seated to the right of Duelist B.
Team 1 consists of Duelists 1A & 1B and Team 2 consists of Duelists 2A & 2B.
The Turn order starts with Duelist A on the Team that chose to go first and then alternates between teams. See example below with Team 1 going first.
- Team 1 Duelist 1A
- Team 2 Duelist 2A
- Team 1 Duelist 1B
- Team 2 Duelist 2B
- Continue until one team wins
- The first Duelist to start the Duel does not draw at the start of their first turn.
- Tag Duel Matches are run in Best-of-One Duel Format
- Tag Duel Matches are 30 minutes in length.
- Tag Duel Matches utilizes the current End of Match procedure
- When time is called, the current Duelist will finish their phase and then life points will be calculated
Attacking
The active Duelist can only attack with Attack Position monsters that they control. Duelists may not attack with their teammate’s monsters.
If there is a monster on the opponent’s side of the field (in either Duelist’s Main/Extra Monster Card Zones) then it must be destroyed before attacking the opponent’s life points directly.
The first 3 Duelists of the Duel (see above, Duelists 1A, 2A and 1B) cannot conduct their Battle Phase and cannot attack on their first turns.
Additional Rules and Card Effect interaction examples can be found here on the Alternate Tournament Format Page.
Q: What are the rules for a Structure Deck Tournament?
A:
- The eight (8) Duelists are seated across from their first-round opponent.
- Each Duelist is then given one (1) of the same sealed Structure Deck.
- The Duelists will then be given 10 minutes to look over their cards and sleeve their main Deck and Extra Deck, should they choose to do so, with tournament-legal sleeves.
- Once the above steps are completed the Duelists then will play against their first round opponent in a best 2-out of-3 match.
Deck Construction Rules
| Main Deck Size | All Main Deck Cards |
| Extra Deck Size | All Extra Deck Cards |
| Forbidden/Limited List | The Advanced Format list does not apply. |
Q: What are the Rules for the Charity Tournament?
A: Duelists can compete in an event for Booster Packs. All it takes to enter is donating non-perishable food (sealed and valued at least 5 USD or its equivalent in local currency). For your donation you’ll receive two (2) Booster Packs and registration in the event. Duelists will compete in 4 Swiss Rounds using Advanced Constructed Format. Prizes are Booster Packs and the amount you get is based on your win/loss record. Food Donations will be picked up by a local, non-profit NGO.
Q: What are the rules for a Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME Speed Duel (Speed Duel) Constructed Tournament?
A: Duelists can bring their own Speed Duel Deck and play in a Constructed Speed Duel event.
- Each Duelist begins the game with 4000 Life Points.
- Each Duelist begins the game with four (4) cards as their starting hand.
- Skill Card effects do not use the chain.
- Each Duelist has three (3) Main Monster Zones, three (3) Spell & Trap Zones, and one (1) Field Zone.
- The Duelist going first does not draw a card on their opening turn.
- The hand size limit is six (6) cards.
- Each Duelist may have an active Field Spell Card.
To build your own Constructed Speed Duel Deck, you will need to follow these requirements before entering an event.
- Only cards with a Speed Duel Logo can be used in your Deck.
- Your Deck includes the Main Deck and may include a Side Deck and/or Extra Deck.
- You may not have more than three (3) copies of any card included in your Main Deck, Side Deck, and Extra Deck combined.
- Your Main Deck must have a minimum of 20 cards, and a maximum of 30 cards (cards in the Side and Extra Decks do not count towards this total).
- In a Constructed tournament, you may use a Side Deck consisting of 0 to 6 cards in addition to your Main Deck. Skill Cards can be included in your Side Deck.
- If you choose not to use a Skill Card during the first Duel of a Match and you have Skill Cards in your Side Deck, you may use a Skill Card from the Side Deck as part of the Side Deck process for Game 2 or Game 3.
- If you choose to use a Skill Card during the first Duel of a Match, you may opt not to use a Skill Card for subsequent Duels in the Match.
- In a Constructed Tournament, you may use an Extra Deck consisting of 0 to 6 Extra Deck Monsters.
Players can review the Speed Duel Policy Document here:
Q: What are the Rules for DUEL LINKS Tournaments?
A: This event allows you to use your own device and connect to others for a DUEL LINKS format, Single-Elimination event. Test your Deck builds in a Duel using the latest DUEL LINKS Forbidden and Limited restrictions to compete for DUEL LINKS Prize Patches and the new 1st place Pin! (while supplies last)!
Between each Duel, you may use your Side Deck to alter your Deck for the next Duel.
- Your Side Deck can consist of between 0 to 12 of the following;
- Between 0 and 12 cards
- Between 0 and 3 Legendary Duelists with a Character Skill
- For example, a Side Deck could be made up of 9 cards and 3 additional Legendary Duelists with a Character Skill or 1 additional Legendary Duelist with 3 different Character Skills
- Any changes can be made to the Deck between Duels of a Match, including the following:
- Adding Cards
- Subtracting Cards
- Changing Legendary Duelist
- Changing Character Skill
- The Deck must be legal for play (appropriate number of cards in the Main and Side Deck, complies with the Forbidden and Limited list available within the DUEL LINKS app).
- If the Duelist believes there is an error or other issue with their Deck, they should contact a Judge immediately.
- After you finish preparing your Deck, please notify the judge that you have completed Side Decking and are ready to start your next Duel.
- Failure to do this by the 3-minute mark may result in appropriate penalties.
- If there are any issues while Side Decking or connecting to the room after confirming you are ready for your next Duel, please notify a judge immediately.
- Duelists are required to revert their Deck back to its original Deck prior to the start of each Match in an On-Demand Single-Elimination Public Event. Players must have a DUEL LINKS legal-for-play Deck prior to each played Game/Match.
- Some DUEL LINKS Events will require Deck Lists, please be sure to check event information regarding Deck Lists to confirm.
In case of a disconnect, win/loss will be determined by the result given in-game. If the app crashes, or both Duelists disconnect simultaneously and a win is not decided, the Duelists will restart that Duel using the same Decks. Side Decking will not be allowed for that specific Duel.
Instructions on how the competitors can connect to the in-game Tournament Room will be provided once you are seated for the events.
Duelists will need to have the latest DUEL LINKS app installed on their device and reached Stage 4 or higher to participate in Tournaments. The current version at the time of posting is v. 6.7.0.
Q: What are the Rules for MASTER DUEL Tournaments? NEW!
A: This event allows you to use your own device and connect to others remotely for a MASTER DUEL format, Single-Elimination event. Test your Deck builds in a Duel using the latest MASTER DUEL Forbidden and Limited restrictions to compete for MASTER DUEL Prizes (while supplies last)!
- Rounds will be played best of three (3) Duels.
- Rounds will be 40 minutes long.
Between each Duel, you may use your Side Deck to alter your Deck for the next Duel.
- Your Side Deck is every card in your collection.
- Any changes can be made to the Deck between Duels of a Match, including the following:
- Adding Cards
- Subtracting Cards
- The Deck must be legal for play (appropriate number of cards in the Main and Side Deck, complies with the Forbidden and Limited list available within the MASTER DUEL app).
- If the Duelist believes there is an error or other issue with their Deck, they should contact a Judge immediately.
- After you finish preparing your Deck, please notify the judge that you have completed Side Decking and are ready to start your next Duel.
- Failure to do this by the 3-minute mark may result in appropriate penalties.
- If there are any issues while Side Decking or connecting to the room after confirming you are ready for your next Duel, please notify a judge immediately.
- Duelists are required to revert their Deck back to its original Deck prior to the start of each Match in an On-Demand Single-Elimination Public Event. Players must have a MASTER DUEL legal-for-play Deck prior to each played Game/Match.
- Some MASTER DUEL Events will require Deck Lists, please be sure to check event information regarding Deck Lists to confirm.
In case of a disconnect, win/loss will be determined by the result given in-game. If the app crashes, or both Duelists disconnect simultaneously and a win is not decided, the Duelists will restart that Duel using the same Decks. Side Decking will not be allowed for that specific Duel.
Instructions on how the competitors can connect to the in-game Tournament Room will be provided once you are seated for the events.
Duelists will need to have the latest MASTER DUEL app installed on their device to participate in Tournaments. Your device will ask you to update to the latest version, if you do not have the latest version.
Q: What is the Public Events playoff?
A: The Public Events playoff gives 8 hopeful Duelists a chance to win their very own copy of the coveted YCS Prize Card! There are two different playoffs, each of which awards the YCS Prize Card to the winner.
Playoff 1: The four Duelists who have accumulated the highest number of Public Event points will play two rounds of Single-Elimination to determine a winner, who will receive a Super Rare copy of the YCS Prize Card. In case of a points total tie, the selection will be made by random drawing from the tied competitors.
Playoff 2: Four names will be drawn at random from all Public Events entrants over the course of the weekend. These four competitors will then play two rounds of Single-Elimination to determine a winner, who will receive a Super Rare copy of the YCS Prize Card.
Q: How long will each Match last?
A: Each Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Swiss Round Match will be a best 2-out-of-3 Duel with a 40-minute time limit.
Each Speed Duel Match will be a best 2-out-of-3 Duel with a 40-minute time limit.
EachDUEL LINKS Match will be a best 2-out-of-3 Duel with a 40-minute time limit.
Each MASTER DUEL Match will be a best 2-out-of-3 Duel with a 40-minute time limit.
Q. What is the Prize Wall?
A: The Prize Wall is an extension of Public Events! In addition to earning prizes for participating in these tournaments, Duelists will also receive prize tickets. You can spend these prize tickets at the Prize Wall for items offered. These items are subject to change, and to availability.
How do I earn Prize Tickets?
Each time you sign up for a Public Event you will receive a prize ticket, and additional prize tickets will be distributed to the top finishers. The number of tickets awarded for doing well depends on the type of tournament.
| Tournament | Maximum Players | Tickets Awarded |
| 2023 Regional Qualifier | 16 | Top 8: 1 Ticket Top 4: 3 Tickets |
| 3 vs 3 Team Duel | 64 Teams | Top 4 (Teams): 3 Tickets per Duelist Top 2 (Teams): 5 Tickets per Duelist |
| ATTACK OF THE GIANT CARD!! | 64 | Top 8: 3 Tickets Top 4: 9 Tickets Top 2: 15 Tickets |
| Charity Tournament | No Limit | Top 8: 3 Tickets Top 4: 9 Tickets Top 2: 15 Tickets |
| Dragon Duel Events | No Limit | Place Top 4: 3 Tickets |
| DUEL LINKS | 8 | Top 4: 1 Ticket Top 2: 3 Tickets |
| MASTER DUEL | 8 | Top 4: 1 Ticket Top 2: 3 Tickets |
| OTS Tournament Series | 24+ | Top 4 (Teams): 3 Tickets per Duelist Top 2 (Teams): 5 Tickets per Duelist |
| Speed Duel Constructed | 8 | Top 4 (Teams): 1 Tickets per Duelist Top 2 (Teams): 3 Tickets per Duelist |
| Structure Deck | 8 | Top 4: 1 Ticket Top 2: 3 Tickets |
| Win-A-Mat | 8 | Top 4: 1 Ticket Top 2: 3 Tickets |
| Yu-Gi-Oh! Day Tournament | 8 | Top 4: 1 Ticket Top 2: 3 Tickets |
Public Event prize wall tickets have no monetary value and are not for sale. Prize wall tickets given out at this event can only be redeemed at the South America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship 2022.
Miscellaneous
Q: I may need assistance to participate at the Central America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship due to a disability or recent injury, what should I do?
A: Please contact the Event Coordinator or Tournament Organizer to make them aware of your concerns so that between them and the Konami Representatives, you can be provided with a comfortable gaming experience.
Company: Monster Sprim
E-mail: ventas@monstersprim.com.mx
Phone: +52 (55)5035-1817 (Mexico City, Mexico)
If you require assigned seating on site, please notify a registration staff member at the time of registration.
Q: I want to judge at the Central America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship, instead of competing as a Duelist – how do I request to participate?
A: If you’re interested in judging at a Tier 2 or higher event, please visit http://www.yugioh-card.com/en/judges/index.html, for information about how to join the KDE-US Judge Program.
All potential judges must pass the online Rulings Comprehension Level 1 test, and then complete an online application to join the Judge Program.
Please see the KDE-US Judge Program FAQ for answers to most common questions: https://www.yugioh-card.com/en/judges/judge_FAQ/.
Q: Will there be vendors on site so I can buy single cards and supplies and sell my cards?
A: There will be several vendors present, selling single cards, sealed product, and card supplies such as sleeves and deck boxes. Vendors will also be buying cards on site.
Q: Can I buy and sell from other people at the event?
A: Duelists are not allowed to buy or sell from one another at Central America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship venues. If you do so, you risk incurring penalties, including being disqualified and removed from the event.
Buying and selling includes all items, not just cards or gaming supplies.
Trading is restricted to cards and Yu-Gi-Oh! related item such as playmats and dice – attendees may not bring other merchandise or items to the venue for trading.
Attendees may not solicit business, hand out flyers, etc., while at the venue.
The Tournament Organizer reserves the right to limit the number of cards that can be brought into the venue for trading.
Q: Where can I get food and drinks during the tournament?
A: There will be many options within walking distance of the venue. REMEMBER!! Food and drinks won’t be allowed inside the Tournament Venue.
Q: Can I get a CARD GAME ID (previously COSSY ID) number at the Central America Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG Championship tournament, or will I need to have one before I attend the event?
A: If you previously had a COSSY ID, that same number will carry over as your CARD GAME ID. You will still need to register online at https://cardgame-network.konami.net/.
If you do not remember your previous 10-digit ID, a registration staff member on-site should be able to assist in finding your correct ID. Duelists should avoid acquiring new CARD GAME IDs if the previous ID can be found.
If you do not have a CARD GAME ID number, you can get one by registering online at https://cardgame-network.konami.net/.
Duelists are not required to have their actual CARD GAME ID card to participate, though it is encouraged.
Q: Are there any items I am not allowed to bring to the tournament?
Attendees may not bring any items into the tournament venue that are prohibited by law in their area (local, state, or federal). In addition, unlawful items/transactions, weapons of any kind, and substance drugs which may be illegal on a local, state, and/or federal level, are not allowed at Sanctioned/Official events. Attendees who bring any such items to a tournament venue will incur penalties, including Disqualification and removal from the event, and risk suspension from KDE Organized Play.
The use of electronic and/or vapor cigarettes are not permitted on the tournament floor at any Sanctioned/Official events, or in areas designated for tournament attendees.
Q: What if I lost an item at the tournament?
Duelists are responsible for looking after their own belongings at the event. KDE-US, Tournament Organizers, Staff, and Judges bear no responsibility for, and cannot be held liable for, any loss, theft or damage to the person or personal property of any attendee.
The Tournament Organizer is required to keep lost and found items for at least 60 days after the conclusion of the Event. Duelists who lost items should seek the Lost & Found on-site. If the item is not found on-site, Duelists are encouraged to contact the Tournament Organizer within the 60-day period on the chance the lost item has been turned in. Tournament Organizer contact information can be found below.
