MATERIA CUP
2026
The ultimate test of strategy awaits - rise through the ranks and claim your place as champion!
DATE
Jun 27th-28th, 2026
LOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
TWO DAYS OF GLORY
DAY 1 - Jun 27th
Standard: Constructed
Best-of-1 Swiss Rounds
9:00 AM Check-In
- Submit decklist at check-in
- Tournament to begin at 10:00 AM
FORMAT RULES
- Standard constructed format - 35 Min Round Time - Standard constructed rules & ban list apply
- End-of-time rules apply
- Top 16 to advance to day 2
DAY 2 - Jun 28th
Standard: Constructed (Top 16)
Best-of-3 Single-Elimination Tournament
9:00 AM REGISTRATION
- A QR code will be provided on day 1 to pre-register for day 2
- Tournament to begin at 10:00 AM
FORMAT RULES
- Standard constructed format - single elimination
- Standard constructed rules & ban list apply
Prizing
(Official prizing details to be finalized by Square Enix)
Awarded Qualifications
- 1st Place: Grade 2 Invitation to the 2026 World Championship
- 1st–4th Place: Qualification for the North American Championship 2026
(Qualifications will pass down if a player has already qualified through other Materia Cups)
Prizes
- Entry Prize: Promo Card
- Top 32: Promo Card
- Top 16: Promo Card
- Top 8: Promo Card
- Top 4: Playmat
- Champion (1st Place): Latest Full Foil Card Set
(Additional prizes to be determined)
Parking
We recommend parking near the JCPenney Salon for the easiest access. From there, follow the posted signage to our service court entrance - our staff will also be outside to help guide you if needed!