Will you be following the Banned/Forbidden List (Advanced Format)?
YU-GI-OH! ONLY: YES! The Banned/Forbidden List (Advanced Format) will be in effect. If your deck does not conform to the list requirements you will not be able to play. An updated list is available at: http://entertainment.upperdeck.com/yugioh/en/gameplay/forbidden/default.aspx.
VS. SYSTEM ONLY: The following cards are banned as of February 9, 2007 (Please visit http://entertainment.upperdeck.com/op/vs_rules/news.aspx for an updated version of the banned list ):
Antarctic Research Base
Detective Chimp, Bobo T. Chimpanzee
Dr. Light, Master of Holograms
Fiddler, Isaac Bowin
Frankie Raye <> Nova, Optimistic Youth
Go Down Fighting
Gone But Not Forgotten
Justice League of Arkham
Nenora, Skrull Usurper
Overload
Talia, LexCorp CEO
Valeria Von Doom, Heir to Latveria
WORLD OF WARCRAFT / WOW ONLY: There are currently no banned cards in WOW; however, deck construction is more complex than some other games. Decks must conform to current deck construction standards. Ex: If using a Priest Hero only ability cards that can be used by Priests or any Hero may be used. Please refer to a WOW rulebook for additonal details. (A rulebook is available online here.)
NARUTO ONLY: There are currently no banned cards in Naruto; however, deck construction is different than some other games. Note the following when preparing the Deck:
1. Your Deck must have exactly 40 cards.
2. You can have up to 25 Ninja cards in your Deck.
3. You can have up to 3 cards with the same “name” in your Deck.
Sideboards:
The following rules govern sideboards:
1. Players must either bring a full sideboard of 10 cards or must bring no sideboard at all.
2. A deck may contain no more than 3 copies of any named card and up to 25 Ninja (as normal).
3. The sideboard may contain no more than three copies of any named card.
4. The sideboard may contain up to 10 copies of any card type (including Ninja).
5. All tolled, a deck and sideboard combined can contain no more than 6 named cards (up to 3 in the deck and up to 3 in the sideboard) and up to 35 Ninja (25 in the deck and 10 in the sideboard).
6. As before there are no restrictions of the number of Jutsu, Mission or Client cards in deck and / or sideboard
7. No more than 3 of any card with the same card # can be included in the deck and sideboard combined.
8. Sideboard cards may be switched out between games in a round.
9. If a main deck has been side-boarded, the main deck must be reset to their original orientation in between rounds.
10. When players cycle out cards from their deck, and replace them with cards from their sideboard, the cards must be replaced on a one for one basis.
ALL GAMES - VERY IMPORTANT: Be sure you are aware of of the most up-to-date errata and card text changes. Several cards have very different effects with their updated texts. All players are responsible for knowing the current card texts. Official Yu-Gi-Oh! card updates can be found here. Unfortunately Upper Deck does not provide a concise all encompassing page for all Vs. System card updates. However, you can visit http://www.upperdeckentertainment.com/op/vs_rules/. Here you can find an updated OCR (Official Card Reference) along with errata changes. Current Naruto errata can be found here http://www.bandaicg.com/naruto/forumdisplay.php?f=8 (site registration may be required).

What age brackets are available?
At this time there are no age brackets or age restrictions. Anyone has an equal chance to play anyone else.
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What should I bring?
Bring your own cards/deck! Cards are available for purchase; however, most players want to make up a deck before hand (Does not apply to sealed pack events).
Calculator - If you require one for score keeping. (Pencils and scrap paper are available)
Die/Dice - If needed for card requirements.
Your UDE Membership Registration Card or nine-digit UDE Membership Number (XXX-XXX-XXX).
Money for tournament entry, food, transportation etc... It is good to have a little more than you expect to use in case something comes up.

What is a UDE Membership number?
This is a blue and white card all players must fill out before competing in a UDE sanctioned event (YU-GI-OH!, VS. System, WOW etc...).  If you have been to a mall tour, regional event, local store, etc.. you have most likely already filled one out.  If you do not have one they are available at our tournaments to be filled out before the tournament starts.
Players who have membership numbers from the old system (from fall 2003 or earlier) must register for numbers assigned under the new system. All of the new numbers are nine digits and are normally represented in the following format: xxx-xxx-xxx.

This is an example a UDE MEMBERSHIP CARD (FRONT). Players are given the right section of the card. The tournament organizer keeps the left section.

This is an example a UDE MEMBERSHIP CARD (BACK). Parental consent is required for children under 13 years old.

What are the prizes?
Prizes vary based on which event you are participating in. Please refer to the specific event you wish to participate in to determine the prize structure.

What do I do if I lose?
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Can I sell cards to other people?
NO! Under no circumstances is anyone allowed to buy or sell cards from one another in or around the tournament area. Obviously you may purchase from any legitimate retailers who have setup at the show or from us. Anyone attempting to sell cards to participants or spectators will be asked to leave.

Can I trade cards with other people?
You can trade with other people in attendance at one of the events. However, you may not interfere with anyone during a match, nor may you cause any delay or hindrance to the normal operation of any of the event. Also, when trading, please be aware some younger children do not have permission to trade. If you suspect or know a child is not allowed to trade, simply do not discuss any trading with them.