While stores are independent of Bandai, organizers of store events should act in the best interest of their community and be mindful of the safety of players. Stores are recommended to continue registering for events to ensure receipt of ongoing promotional support to reward their in-store communities. Stores have the flexibility to be able to design purchase promotions for their store community using organized play support. There is no ongoing requirement to run in-store events during the current coronavirus pandemic.
Stores may elect to run events online or in person, provided that is permitted within your country, state or region. Large scale regional events will be hosted online, while stores will host smaller qualifying events. Extensive discussions with event organizers and careful review of the advice provided by national health authorities has guided our planning for 2021.Organized play support will continue with exciting events held online and in stores in regions where it is safe and legal to do so. The 2021 Championship season is being designed with the safety of the community in mind. The health and well-being of our gaming community, including players, judges, store owners and organizers, is of paramount importance to us. IMPORTANT UPDATE REGARDING ORGANIZED PLAY EVENTS
