What is the Authorized Judge Program?

The Authorized Judge Program is a certification program designed to further enhance the competitiveness of the ONE PIECE Card Game and ensure that players can participate in events safely and enjoyably.

Judges will be recruited nationwide to handle all aspects of judging, including enforcing floor rules.
Exclusive judge-only rewards will also be provided as part of the program.

This certification is renewed annually, and individuals must pass an exam to be recognized and act as judges.

Once certified as an authorized judge, you will be eligible to participate in the following events:

①Judging and Managing Various Events Held at Authorized Stores

(Examples)
・Flagship Battle
・Extra Grand Battle
・Other upcoming tournaments hosted by Bandai

②Judging and Managing Large-Scale Tournaments and Events

(Examples)
・Championship Regionals
・Grand Asia Open

1. *Please note that these opportunities may conclude without prior notice.

Authorized Judge Rewards

The authorized judges will receive special benefits and rewards upon certification and for participating in activities as a judge.
These may include exclusive promotional cards for authorized judges.

1. *The content of the rewards is subject to change without notice.

Ongoing Rewards

Participation in Store Tournaments

A promotional card will be provided for each event you participate as an authorized judge.

Participation in Large-Scale Tournaments

The latest booster packs and promotional cards will be provided for each day you participate as an authorized judge.

Exam Details

*The schedule is subject to change.

Notes

*This exam is for the recruitment of new 2nd Term judges. The renewal exam for 1st Term judges will be held within the Authorized Judge Discord
*Applicants must have reached the age of majority in their region of residence to participate.
*Each candidate may only take this exam once.
*A Bandai Namco ID is required to participate.
*The exam is expected to take approximately 40 minutes.
*If you are taking the exam on a smartphone or similar device, it is recommended to ensure your device is fully charged or to take the exam while charging your device.
*Please note that authorized judges are not permitted to engage in judging activities for any ONE PIECE Card Game tournament or event except for official tournaments and authorized tournaments.
*Please note that authorized judges are not able to participate in ONE PIECE Card Game Championship Events, but are still able to participate in other official events and authorized events.

Prohibited Actions

Sharing any information related to the exam, including its content or question trends, with third parties is strictly prohibited.
If a breach of confidentiality is discovered, all involved candidates will be disqualified, and the exam itself may be canceled.
Capturing screenshots or otherwise recording the exam content is also prohibited.
Taking the exam as a group or with assistance from others is not allowed.
*This information is current as of Friday, April 24, 2026, and is subject to change without notice.