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Authorized Judge Program
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
- ・8-PACKS-BATTLE
②Judging and Managing Large-Scale Tournaments and Events
(Examples)
- ・Championship Regionals
- ・Grand Asia Open
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.
- *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
Schedule
- *The schedule is subject to change.
March 2025
Official announcement about the exams will be made.
April 2025
The 1st exam begins.
May 2025 onward
The 2nd exam begins.
Notes
- *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, as well as other events designated by BANDAI.
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, February 21, 2025, and is subject to change without notice.