FAQs

▶Are Japanese edition cards allowed in any official Bushiroad Summer Fest 2025 tournament?

No, only English edition cards may be used in official Bushiroad Summer Fest 2025 tournaments. Mixing of cards with multiple languages in the deck is not allowed as well.

▶ Am I allowed to use oversleeves?

Players are not allowed to use patterned oversleeves. However, emboss/matte/textured oversleeves of the appropriate size may be used.

▶ Can I purchase cards from other players during Regional Championship events?

No. Players may trade cards, but are not allowed to buy/sell cards from other players at our events.

▶ Can I play other card games at Regional Championship events?

No. Players are only allowed to play Bushiroad card games at the Regional Championship events, unless another sanctioned card game tournament is taking place at the same venue.

▶ Are there any entry fees?

There are no entry fees to any Regional Championship events. However, players may have to pay to enter the venue if a Regional Championship is held within another event which requires an entry fee.

▶ If I am not the citizen of any countries in the region where a Regional Championship event is held but I am currently residing in a country in that region, am I able to participate in that Regional Championship event?

Yes, you are allowed to participate in any Regional Championship event, regardless of where you are residing and regardless of your nationality.

▶ Am I allowed to spectate games?

Anyone is allowed to spectate games, but spectators must cooperate with staff and judges in maintaining an appropriate distance and not interfering with players during a game.

In a team format, players may not spectate their teammates’ games if they have left their seat.

▶ Can I attend the event even if I’m not registered for a tournament?

The event is open to the public with no admission fees. Kindly note that general admission may not open until after tournament check-in has concluded.

▶ Do I need to pre-register for tournaments?

Pre-registration on Bushi Navi is not strictly required, but strongly recommended as each event has a maximum capacity. For team events, please note that your pre-registration will not be “Selected” until all 3 team members have joined on Bushi Navi.

Players will be able to register on-site if maximum capacity has not been reached. If maximum capacity is reached before the event date, players will be able to join the waitlist, and waitlisted players will be able to check-in in waitlist order.

▶ Do I need to pre-register for side events?

Side event registration will be done exclusively on-site. Please follow staff instructions at the event.

▶ Will the event have free Wi-Fi for me to use Bushi Navi?

Internet availability varies by venue, and is not guaranteed. It is recommended to bring a mobile device with stable connection. Players with no connection will be able to check each round’s pairings and report results with the Tournament Organizer.

▶ Will there be a lunch break?

There are no planned breaks in the tournament schedule. However, the Tournament Organizer at each event may announce if a break is planned.

▶ Will there be food on sale at the event? Can I bring and consume my own food?

Food and beverage policies vary by venue. For all events, please refrain from consuming any open food or beverage in the tournament area.

▶ Will there be a parking fee?

Parking policies vary by venue. Please consult the venue’s website for details.

▶ Are Japanese edition cards allowed in any official Bushiroad Summer Fest 2025 tournament?

No, only English edition cards may be used in official Bushiroad Summer Fest 2025 tournaments. Mixing of cards with multiple languages in the deck is not allowed as well.

▶ Am I allowed to switch decks and/or change cards in the midst of a tournament?

Players are not allowed to switch decks or change cards in the tournament.

▶ Am I allowed to use my own card supplies (sleeves, deck cases, playmats) during Regional Championship events?

Yes, you are allowed to use your own card supplies as long as they are licensed products.

▶ Aside from official Bushiroad products, in terms of supplies such as sleeves and playmats etc, what am I permitted to use at Regional Championship events?

Supplies from competing trading card game brands are strictly not allowed. Any other supplies must be officially licensed and have a copyright on it.

▶ Can promo cards only be used 1 week after they are officially released, in any Regional Championship event?

Yes, promo cards are also subject to the same Card Legality rules.

▶ I want to enter the team tournament, but I don’t have any teammates yet. Can I form a team at the event?

You are welcome to recruit other players at the event during the check-in period if you wish. The Tournament Organizer and staff may assist at their discretion, but team formation is the sole responsibility of players.

▶ We formed a team of only two members. Will we be allowed to enter the tournament?

A team must have 3 players registered on Bushi Navi in order to check in.

▶ One of my teammates had to leave during the tournament, and now we only have two members. Will we be allowed to play the remaining rounds?

You may continue, but a missing team player will be considered an automatic loss for that game. Both remaining team members must win their games in order to win the match.

▶ How do I know which team member to play against?

Please check the seating order on Bushi Navi to confirm your opponent at the beginning of each round. (e.g. Player A VS Player A)

▶ Can I communicate with my teammates during a match?

No, teammates may not communicate while their match is ongoing.

Additionally, if a player wishes to leave their seat while one of their teammates is still playing a game, they must leave the tournament area until the match has concluded.

▶ Do all three team members need to report their game’s result?

Only one team member needs to report the result on Bushi Navi. This result is for the entire match, and individual game scores are not recorded. The team that won two or more games will win the match.

▶ If both teams have one win and two losses each due to one game resulting in a double loss, what will the match result be?

The match will result in a double loss for both teams.

▶ If I won my game, and both of my teammates received a double loss, will my team win the match?

The match will result in a double loss for both teams. A match win will only be granted to teams that have won two or more games.