The road to greatness lies ahead of you. Take up the challenge, climb to the top, and you could be on your way to the 2026 National Championships!
More than 500 Road to Nationals events are taking place worldwide from January 3 to February 1, featuring Classic Constructed.
Road to Nationals are open to all players, with National Championship qualifications, Gold Foils, and other exciting prizes on the line.
Sign up now, become a legend!
Overview
Dates: January 3 to February 1, 2026
Format: Classic Constructed
Eligibility: Open Entry
Rules Enforcement Level (REL): Competitive
Prizes:
| Prize | Distribution |
|---|---|
| National Championship 2026 Qualification | Awarded to the Top 4 players |
| 1x Random Drop Gold Foil (Common, Rare, or Majestic) | Awarded to the event winner |
| 2x Finalist Playmats (either Call to the Grave or New Horizon) | Awarded to the event winner and finalist |
| 4x Cold Foil In the Palm of Your Hand Promo | Awarded to the Top 4 players |
| 8x Rainbow Foil Twin Drive Promo | Awarded to the Top 8 players |
| 50x GEM Pack 3 Boosters | Participation prize (1 per player, while stocks last) |
National Championship Qualification
2026 National Championships will use XP awarded from participating and playing in Road to Nationals tournaments to generate additional ranking based invitations.
Players will be invited to their respective National Championship based on:
- Qualifying through Top 4 placement at a Road to Nationals event
- Qualifying through accumulated Road to Nationals XP in the 2026 season
- Redeeming a Professional Tournament Invitation
In the exceptionally rare case where several players are tied at the same XP for the final ranking based invitation, Legend Story Studios in its sole discretion may use Lifetime XP to break these ties.
Qualified player lists will be posted on (or soon after) February 6, 2026, following the end of the 2026 Road to Nationals season.
FAQ
Can I qualify in another country for National Championships?
You can qualify by playing in a Road to Nationals event in any country, but you can only play in the National Championship of the country you are registered to, and can only play in one National Championship.
Can I play in more than one Road to Nationals event if I’m already qualified from Top 4 at a previous event?
Yes, you are allowed to play in multiple events, even if you’re already qualified.
If I Top 4 more than once does the qualification pass down or can I give it to a friend?
These do not pass down and can not be given to another player.
My GEM Account has the wrong country listed. How do I get this changed?
You can write to op@fabtcg.com and provide an explanation of the situation and why a change is needed. The team will consider each request on a case-by-case basis.
Are decklists required?
Yes, decklists are mandatory. We recommend using our GEM Deck Builder Tool to submit decklists electronically.
