The answer is B. Current PPG 2.5: an action the opponent acknowledged isn't HCE, it's a GRV (2.1). Fix: a random card from his hand back on top (1.3). Old answer (C): HCE, Nic chose the card. LEC only covers cards that didn't change zone (2.4). #fabtcg #fabjudges
Tyler attacks with Enlightened Strike, choosing the draw mode. On the trigger they say "I draw 2", Nic says "OK", and Tyler adds 2 cards to his hand. It is caught right after. What infraction has Tyler committed? #fabtcg #fabjudges
November 1, 2026 at 10:46 PM
The answer is B. Current PPG 2.5: an action the opponent acknowledged isn't HCE, it's a GRV (2.1). Fix: a random card from his hand back on top (1.3). Old answer (C): HCE, Nic chose the card. LEC only covers cards that didn't change zone (2.4). #fabtcg #fabjudges
Tyler attacks with Enlightened Strike, choosing the draw mode. On the trigger they say "I draw 2", Nic says "OK", and Tyler adds 2 cards to his hand. It is caught right after. What infraction has Tyler committed? #fabtcg #fabjudges
October 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Tyler attacks with Enlightened Strike, choosing the draw mode. On the trigger they say "I draw 2", Nic says "OK", and Tyler adds 2 cards to his hand. It is caught right after. What infraction has Tyler committed? #fabtcg #fabjudges
Have you ever noticed someone wearing a green lanyard with yellow sunflowers at an event? Do you know what it means? In this article, Bianka “Pheli” Brenneke talks about her experience meeting someone displaying the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and what you need to know about it! #fabtcg #fabjudges
October 29, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Have you ever noticed someone wearing a green lanyard with yellow sunflowers at an event? Do you know what it means? In this article, Bianka “Pheli” Brenneke talks about her experience meeting someone displaying the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and what you need to know about it! #fabtcg #fabjudges
The answer is A
In the current TRP 4.2: an alter must not cover the name, color bar, double-sided symbol or numeric properties. Previously, the symbol wasn't protected and this was left to HJ discretion.
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In the current TRP 4.2: an alter must not cover the name, color bar, double-sided symbol or numeric properties. Previously, the symbol wasn't protected and this was left to HJ discretion.
#fabtcg #fabjudges
At a Calling, Tyler has altered their Viserai, the Forsaken so its double-sided symbol is painted over; its name, and properties are intact. Should this be approved? #fabtcg #fabjudges
October 21, 2026 at 5:05 AM
The answer is A
In the current TRP 4.2: an alter must not cover the name, color bar, double-sided symbol or numeric properties. Previously, the symbol wasn't protected and this was left to HJ discretion.
#fabtcg #fabjudges
In the current TRP 4.2: an alter must not cover the name, color bar, double-sided symbol or numeric properties. Previously, the symbol wasn't protected and this was left to HJ discretion.
#fabtcg #fabjudges
At a Calling, Tyler has altered their Viserai, the Forsaken so its double-sided symbol is painted over; its name, and properties are intact. Should this be approved? #fabtcg #fabjudges
October 19, 2026 at 5:50 PM
At a Calling, Tyler has altered their Viserai, the Forsaken so its double-sided symbol is painted over; its name, and properties are intact. Should this be approved? #fabtcg #fabjudges
With the release of Outbreak, comes a new judge pack with marvelous cards! Meet α-01, who will undoubtedly be sending Scramble Pulses and Drill Shots to players and card databases alike! Play the game, see the world, and make new memories, coming 2027. #fabtcg #fabjudges
October 13, 2026 at 9:05 PM
With the release of Outbreak, comes a new judge pack with marvelous cards! Meet α-01, who will undoubtedly be sending Scramble Pulses and Drill Shots to players and card databases alike! Play the game, see the world, and make new memories, coming 2027. #fabtcg #fabjudges
The answer is D
Current TRP 1.3: a card-pool is fixed once the format's first round begins or the registration deadline passes, whether a decklist is required or not. Previously, only an accepted decklist was locked.
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Current TRP 1.3: a card-pool is fixed once the format's first round begins or the registration deadline passes, whether a decklist is required or not. Previously, only an accepted decklist was locked.
#fabtcg #fabjudges
Tyler is playing at an armory event without decklists. After round 1, Tyler swaps 2 binder cards into their constructed card-pool. Is this allowed? #fabtcg #fabjudges
(photo courtesy of Erick Leong @ World Premiere Seoul)
(photo courtesy of Erick Leong @ World Premiere Seoul)
October 11, 2026 at 2:51 PM
The answer is D
Current TRP 1.3: a card-pool is fixed once the format's first round begins or the registration deadline passes, whether a decklist is required or not. Previously, only an accepted decklist was locked.
#fabtcg #fabjudges
Current TRP 1.3: a card-pool is fixed once the format's first round begins or the registration deadline passes, whether a decklist is required or not. Previously, only an accepted decklist was locked.
#fabtcg #fabjudges
Tyler is playing at an armory event without decklists. After round 1, Tyler swaps 2 binder cards into their constructed card-pool. Is this allowed? #fabtcg #fabjudges
(photo courtesy of Erick Leong @ World Premiere Seoul)
(photo courtesy of Erick Leong @ World Premiere Seoul)
October 9, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Tyler is playing at an armory event without decklists. After round 1, Tyler swaps 2 binder cards into their constructed card-pool. Is this allowed? #fabtcg #fabjudges
(photo courtesy of Erick Leong @ World Premiere Seoul)
(photo courtesy of Erick Leong @ World Premiere Seoul)
If you’re heading down under for the Georegional Conference, or if you’re looking to make the most of your trip to Australia for Calling Sydney – Chris is here to be your guide to one of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations.
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If you’re heading down under for the Georegional Conference, or if you’re looking to make the most of your trip to Australia for Calling Sydney - Chris is here to be your guide to one of Australia’s m...
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October 6, 2026 at 2:04 PM
If you’re heading down under for the Georegional Conference, or if you’re looking to make the most of your trip to Australia for Calling Sydney – Chris is here to be your guide to one of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations.
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The answer is D.
Current TRP 5.12: for visible cards, a name-only randomization aide can replace a marked card in the face-down shuffle; otherwise dice. This is a Trial update. Old answer (C): dice only. #fabtcg #fabjudges
Current TRP 5.12: for visible cards, a name-only randomization aide can replace a marked card in the face-down shuffle; otherwise dice. This is a Trial update. Old answer (C): dice only. #fabtcg #fabjudges
Tyler's Endless Maw must banish 3 random cards from their graveyard; one is a piece of equipment in a hard case. What is an allowed method of randomization?
(photo courtesy of Bartosz Hołoszkiewicz @ Calling Edinburgh)
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(photo courtesy of Bartosz Hołoszkiewicz @ Calling Edinburgh)
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October 4, 2026 at 5:54 PM
The answer is D.
Current TRP 5.12: for visible cards, a name-only randomization aide can replace a marked card in the face-down shuffle; otherwise dice. This is a Trial update. Old answer (C): dice only. #fabtcg #fabjudges
Current TRP 5.12: for visible cards, a name-only randomization aide can replace a marked card in the face-down shuffle; otherwise dice. This is a Trial update. Old answer (C): dice only. #fabtcg #fabjudges
Tyler's Endless Maw must banish 3 random cards from their graveyard; one is a piece of equipment in a hard case. What is an allowed method of randomization?
(photo courtesy of Bartosz Hołoszkiewicz @ Calling Edinburgh)
#fabtcg #fabjudges
(photo courtesy of Bartosz Hołoszkiewicz @ Calling Edinburgh)
#fabtcg #fabjudges
October 2, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Tyler's Endless Maw must banish 3 random cards from their graveyard; one is a piece of equipment in a hard case. What is an allowed method of randomization?
(photo courtesy of Bartosz Hołoszkiewicz @ Calling Edinburgh)
#fabtcg #fabjudges
(photo courtesy of Bartosz Hołoszkiewicz @ Calling Edinburgh)
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The answer is A.
Current TRP 3.3, CR 4.1.5-4.1.8: arena-cards are presented, then locked, before deck-cards are chosen. This is a TRIAL update. Previously it was (B): deck chosen and presented first, arena-cards revealed last.
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Current TRP 3.3, CR 4.1.5-4.1.8: arena-cards are presented, then locked, before deck-cards are chosen. This is a TRIAL update. Previously it was (B): deck chosen and presented first, arena-cards revealed last.
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October 2, 2026 at 5:11 PM
The answer is A.
Current TRP 3.3, CR 4.1.5-4.1.8: arena-cards are presented, then locked, before deck-cards are chosen. This is a TRIAL update. Previously it was (B): deck chosen and presented first, arena-cards revealed last.
#fabtcg #fabjudges
Current TRP 3.3, CR 4.1.5-4.1.8: arena-cards are presented, then locked, before deck-cards are chosen. This is a TRIAL update. Previously it was (B): deck chosen and presented first, arena-cards revealed last.
#fabtcg #fabjudges
Tyler and Nic present their arena-cards; seeing Dawnblade, Nic swaps 3 deck-cards, and then presents their deck. Is this legal?
(photo courtesy of Bartosz Hołoszkiewicz @ Calling Hamburg)
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(photo courtesy of Bartosz Hołoszkiewicz @ Calling Hamburg)
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October 1, 2026 at 4:39 PM
Tyler and Nic present their arena-cards; seeing Dawnblade, Nic swaps 3 deck-cards, and then presents their deck. Is this legal?
(photo courtesy of Bartosz Hołoszkiewicz @ Calling Hamburg)
#fabtcg #fabjudges
(photo courtesy of Bartosz Hołoszkiewicz @ Calling Hamburg)
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For those of you who guessed A, you were correct! Become enchanted by Mark of Neverest, Mark of Pathstone, and Mark of Ushering - available in Usurp the Shadow Throne, releasing everywhere on September 25th! #fabtcg #fabjudges
September 3, 2026 at 4:33 PM
For those of you who guessed A, you were correct! Become enchanted by Mark of Neverest, Mark of Pathstone, and Mark of Ushering - available in Usurp the Shadow Throne, releasing everywhere on September 25th! #fabtcg #fabjudges
Spoiler season is coming to a middle, and we have a very special Judge Quiz for you today! Today's question features Malice and her undead band, along with a card that hearkens back to the very first sets of TCG history! Sound off on what you think the answer is below! #fabtcg #fabjudges
September 2, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Spoiler season is coming to a middle, and we have a very special Judge Quiz for you today! Today's question features Malice and her undead band, along with a card that hearkens back to the very first sets of TCG history! Sound off on what you think the answer is below! #fabtcg #fabjudges
The good answer is C. 4. The +1{p} counter is applied to the weapon and which increases the attack's power, but isn't affected by the Gauntlets. Also, Counter property modifications are applied as rules modifications and NOT effects, so could not be replaced (1.15.2a) #fabtcg #fabjudges
Tyler attacks Nic with a Dawnblade with 2 +1{p} counters on it. Nic defends with Gauntlets of Iron Will. In reactions, Tyler plays Ironsong Pride, targeting their Dawnblade. Assuming no other defending, how much damage does Nic take on this chain link? #fabtcg #fabjudges
August 31, 2026 at 4:44 AM
The good answer is C. 4. The +1{p} counter is applied to the weapon and which increases the attack's power, but isn't affected by the Gauntlets. Also, Counter property modifications are applied as rules modifications and NOT effects, so could not be replaced (1.15.2a) #fabtcg #fabjudges
Tyler attacks Nic with a Dawnblade with 2 +1{p} counters on it. Nic defends with Gauntlets of Iron Will. In reactions, Tyler plays Ironsong Pride, targeting their Dawnblade. Assuming no other defending, how much damage does Nic take on this chain link? #fabtcg #fabjudges
August 28, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Tyler attacks Nic with a Dawnblade with 2 +1{p} counters on it. Nic defends with Gauntlets of Iron Will. In reactions, Tyler plays Ironsong Pride, targeting their Dawnblade. Assuming no other defending, how much damage does Nic take on this chain link? #fabtcg #fabjudges
Pro Tour Vegas has passed, and it’s time for another program update! Here are updates to each of the judge project and JCR teams, opportunities to join projects, general updates, and more – including an update to the webshop and an overview of the revealed judge pack contents! 👇 #fabtcg #fabjudges
August 18, 2026 at 3:40 AM
Pro Tour Vegas has passed, and it’s time for another program update! Here are updates to each of the judge project and JCR teams, opportunities to join projects, general updates, and more – including an update to the webshop and an overview of the revealed judge pack contents! 👇 #fabtcg #fabjudges
Recently, the Feedback and Mentoring teams from both Europe and the Americas published articles introducing their team and providing some insight as to what they're are working on. It’s APAC’s turn now. James Medland gives a rundown on APAC’s all-star judge team and their goals. 👇 #fabtcg #fabjudges
August 16, 2026 at 4:38 AM
Recently, the Feedback and Mentoring teams from both Europe and the Americas published articles introducing their team and providing some insight as to what they're are working on. It’s APAC’s turn now. James Medland gives a rundown on APAC’s all-star judge team and their goals. 👇 #fabtcg #fabjudges
The German-speaking countries just celebrated their 20th L2 judge, with two more on the way. This is not an accident; in this article, Linus Hossfeld sheds light on how the German community achieved this significant milestone. #fabtcg #fabjudges
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The German-speaking countries just celebrated their 20th L2 judge, with two more on the way. This is not an accident; in this article, Linus Hossfeld sheds light on how the German community achieved t...
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August 14, 2026 at 4:13 AM
The German-speaking countries just celebrated their 20th L2 judge, with two more on the way. This is not an accident; in this article, Linus Hossfeld sheds light on how the German community achieved this significant milestone. #fabtcg #fabjudges
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The good answer is B (11). Cosmic Suture generates a shielding-prevention effect, which prevents a specified amount of damage. If a 'this cant be prevented' effect applies, then the shielding-prevention is not spent. Compare the language of the two cards for hints to spot these! #fabtcg #fabjudges
Tyler attacks Nic with their sword for 6 with go again. In the reaction step, Nic plays Cloud Cover (red) and Cosmic Suture (red). Tyler plays Jagged Edge, hits, then plays Command and Conquer. Assuming no other cards are played/defended with, how much total damage does Nic take? #fabtcg #fabjudges
August 2, 2026 at 5:20 PM
The good answer is B (11). Cosmic Suture generates a shielding-prevention effect, which prevents a specified amount of damage. If a 'this cant be prevented' effect applies, then the shielding-prevention is not spent. Compare the language of the two cards for hints to spot these! #fabtcg #fabjudges
August 1, 2026 at 3:13 AM
Tyler attacks Nic with their sword for 6 with go again. In the reaction step, Nic plays Cloud Cover (red) and Cosmic Suture (red). Tyler plays Jagged Edge, hits, then plays Command and Conquer. Assuming no other cards are played/defended with, how much total damage does Nic take? #fabtcg #fabjudges
August 1, 2026 at 3:13 AM
Tyler attacks Nic with their sword for 6 with go again. In the reaction step, Nic plays Cloud Cover (red) and Cosmic Suture (red). Tyler plays Jagged Edge, hits, then plays Command and Conquer. Assuming no other cards are played/defended with, how much total damage does Nic take? #fabtcg #fabjudges