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May 2013
The Road to Worlds 2013, Week 8by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 23rd
This week, a review of the nine tournaments from week 7, an interview with Chris Volk (volkerii), and a preview of the nine tournaments taking place in week 8 of the 2013 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2013, Week 8 (part II)by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 23rd
Week 8 of The Road to Worlds concludes here.
The Road to Worlds 2013, Week 7by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 16th
This week, a review of the single tournament from week 6, an interview with Johnny Holeva (jjh), and a preview of the nine tournaments taking place in week 7 of the 2013 Regional Championships.
Second Edition Errata Document Updatedby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • May 13th
Today's update brings changes to five (5) Second Edition cards.
The Road to Worlds 2013, Week 6by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 9th
This week, a review of the three tournaments from week 5, an interview with Kris Sonsteby (LORE), and a preview of the single tournament taking place in week 6 of the 2013 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2013, Week 5by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 2nd
This week, a review of five tournaments from week 4, an interview with Johannes Klarhauser (Kaiser), and a preview of the five tournaments taking place in week 5 of the 2013 Regional Championships.
April 2013
The Road to Worlds 2013, Week 4by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 25th
This week, a review of eight tournaments from week 3, an interview with Soren Ramme Nielsen (s_ramme), and a preview of the five tournaments taking place in week 4 of the 2013 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2013, Week 3by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 18th
This week, a review of six tournaments from week 2, an interview with Matt Kirk (CaptMDKirk), and a preview of the eight tournaments taking place in week 3 of the 2013 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2013, Week 3 (part II)by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 18th
Week 3 of The Road to Worlds concludes here.
The Road to Worlds 2013, Week 2by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 11th
This week, a review of nine tournaments from week 1, an interview with Nat Kirton (Nate Jeezy), and a preview of the seven tournaments taking place in week 2 of the 2013 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2013, Week 2 (part II)by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 11th
Week 2 of The Road to Worlds concludes here.
The Road to Worlds 2013, Week 1by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 4th
The Road to Worlds is back for its fourth year! This week, a preview of the nine tournaments taking place on the opening weekend of the 2013 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2013by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 3rd
The Road to Worlds is a weekly article series designed to give readers a roundup of the Regional Championship tournaments that have just taken place, and to preview those about to take place the following week. The series also includes interviews with players; links to deck lists, photos and tournament reports; and enough statistics to confuse a mathematician.
March 2013
2013 World Championships Scheduleby Thomas Schneider, European OP Coordinator • March 28th
Information about accommodation and the Championship schedule for the 2013 World Championships
Changes to Organized Play for 2013by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • March 25th
The Organized Play Guide has been updated for 2013. It is effective immediately. Find out what has changed here.
European Continentals return to Viennaby Julius Melhardt, Local Organizer EC 2013 • March 20th
European Continentals return to Vienna, Austria from July 19th till July 21st
New Venue for 2013 Australian Continentals this Julyby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • March 16th
After eight years at Good Games Burwood, including a stretch of seven years from 2006-2012, the 2013 Australian Continental Championships will this year be held at Good Games Hurstville on the 4th-7th July 2013!
Scheduling The First Edition World Championshipby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • March 9th
We're looking for your feedback to help us figure out the scheduling for this years First Edition World Championship.
New Achievements Are Hereby Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • March 5th
New achievements are live and reorganized!
No Second Edition Errata Todayby Charlie Plaine, Second Edition Lead Designer • March 4th
No Second Edition Errata for March; the next scheduled update is April 1st
New Structure Up, New Achievements Delayedby Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • March 1st
Friday brings the new Achievement structure into play, but Project Jeff achievements will have to wait until Monday.
2013 World Championship Returns to Frankfurt, Germanyby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • March 1st
The 2013 World Championships will be held in Frankfurt, Germany from October 18th through October 21st.
February 2013
Managing New Achievementsby Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • February 26th
SirRogue teases a few new achievements and takes a look a the new organizational structure.
2013 Regional Championships Scheduleby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • February 25th
Find out where you can take part in a 2013 Regional Championship tournament.
Pick Your Promos! We Want Your Help!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • February 14th
Help us decide the upcoming series of virtual promos with your input!
Reminder: Regional Applications due by February 20thby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • February 13th
There are less than eight days to go until the deadline for 2013 Regional Championship applications. Find out which applications have been received here.
GenCon 2013: Room Block Requestsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • February 11th
The Continuing Committee once again has the room block for GenCon 2013.
January 2013
2013 Regional Championshipsby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • January 30th
Applications are now being accepted. Find out how here.
Reminder: Virtual Card Policiesby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • January 30th
Virtual cards must remain virtual (not professionally printed) and are never to be bought or sold; all such cards are FREE to all at trekcc.org.
January 2013 Brings New Printable Cards!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • January 7th
Our semi-annual printable card update adds twenty-four (24) more cards to the printable pool!
December 2012
Tournament Kit Status & Ordering Updatesby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • December 6th
They're back! Find out the details behind the long delay in promo production, and how you'll be able to get promos moving forward into 2013 and beyond.
November 2012
Chief Ambassador Takes Controlby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • November 20th
The newly created position of Chief Ambassador, designed to manage and maintain the Ambassador Corps, will be immediately filled by Jeremy Benedict.
North America National Championshipsby David Kuck, North American OP Coordinator • November 12th
The 2012 North American National Championship details are still being finalized, but here's what we know!
October 2012
2012-13 WCT League Season is Now Underwayby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • October 4th
Tsunkatse fighter Hajur features on all three 2012-13 WCT League Promos. Find out our new method of distribution here.
September 2012
Officially Sanctioned Online League Play Returns for a Second Yearby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • September 28th
Announcing the Official WCT online league schedule through to the end of March 2013. The first tournaments begin on Monday, October 8th.
August 2012
Applications to Run a 2012-13 WCT League Are Now Being Acceptedby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • August 28th
This year's WCT League season begins on Monday, October 1st. Find out how you can renew your league, or begin a new league here.
Achiever vs. Achieverby Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • August 17th
The new achievement set, code named "Troy" releases today, introducing a new section of PvP achievements as well as some rewards for denying yourself...
2012 AC Dream Team: WORLDS EDITION!by Matthyas Kiraly, AC Dream Team Coordinator • August 11th
Pick your ultimate fantasy team for the 2012 World Championships!
2012 World Championship Door Raffleby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • August 8th
Win a share of over AU$500 of Apple products, including an iPad 2! Foils, high-res print-outs, special prize packs are all on offer in the biggest Continuing Committee giveaway ever, sponsored by the awesome Sydney STCCG community!
Achieve New Goals at GenCon and at Homeby Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • August 3rd
GenCon and NA Continentals aren't the only thing coming in mid-August...
July 2012
2012 World Championships Global Side-Events Challengeby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • July 30th
Celebrate the first ever World Championships in Australia, no matter where you are in the world, with a chance to win a set of all three (3) World Championship promos!
2012 World Championship Event Passesby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • July 23rd
As announced at the 2012 Australian Continentals, the 2012 World Championships will feature special event passes which grant the bearer entry into all events over the week!
European Continentals Brings the Next Chairman's Challengeby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • July 11th
Take up the next Chairman's Challenge for the 2E event on Sunday, July 22nd during the European Continental Championship weekend!
Semi-Annual Printable Promo Update!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • July 2nd
Today, 2 July, is the first Monday in July and thus brings an update to the list of printable promos!
New Promos, New Tournament Kitsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • July 2nd
It's the first Monday in July, and that means new tournament promos and new tournament kits! Find out what the back half of 2012 has to offer in today's update!
June 2012
2012 Continental Championship Promosby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 29th
Take a look at the trio of Continental Championship promos up for grabs at all three Continental Championships in 2012!
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 14by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 28th
This week, a review of the final four tournaments of the 2012 Regional Championships, an interview with Oscar Ruberg (weyoun7), one final hit of statistics, and the 2012 Regional Championship Award winners are announced.
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 13by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 21st
This week, a review of one tournament from week 12, an interview with Tobias Rausmann (garetjax), and a preview of the four tournaments taking place in the final week of the 2012 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 12by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 14th
This week, a review of seven tournaments from week 11, an interview with Kris Sonsteby (LORE), and a preview of the one tournament taking place in week 12 of the 2012 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 11by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 7th
This week, a review of eight tournaments from week 10, an interview with Mike Nugent (Iron Mike), and a preview of the seven tournaments taking place in week 11 of the 2012 Regional Championships.
2012 Australian Continentals Dream Teamby Matthyas Kiraly, Dream Team Enthusiast • June 3rd
Pick your ultimate fantasy team for the 2012 Australian Continental Championships week!
May 2012
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 10by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 31st
This week, a review of six tournaments from week 9, an interview with Sean O'Reilly (Jono), and a preview of the eight tournaments taking place in week 10 of the 2012 Regional Championships.
2012 Australian Continental Championshipsby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • May 25th
All you need to know about the seven glorious days of Trek-ing that is the 2012 Australian Continental Championships, once again held in beautiful Sydney, New South Wales.
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 9by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 24th
This week, a review of two tournaments from week 8, an interview with Al Schaefer (ltkettch17), and a preview of the six tournaments taking place in week 9 of the 2012 Regional Championships.
2012 Australian National Academy Championshipsby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • May 22nd
Tribbles CCG followed by some Academy-format Second Edition, kicking off the biggest annual Star Trek CCG-fest in the world. Make it so!
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 8by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 17th
This week, a review of seven tournaments from week 7, an interview with Jeremy Commandeur (Commandeur), and a preview of the two tournaments taking place in week 8 of the 2012 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 7by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 10th
This week, a review of 14 tournaments from week 6, an interview with Matthew Hayes (karonofborg13), and a preview of the seven tournaments taking place in week 7 of the 2012 Regional Championships. Once again, this is a two-parter...
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 7 (part II)by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 10th
Week 7 of The Road to Worlds concludes here.
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 6by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 3rd
This week, a review of 17 tournaments from week 5, an interview with Jim Sharp (jss_hobbie), and a preview of the 14 tournaments taking place in week 6 of the 2012 Regional Championships. Be warned, this is another two-parter...
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 6 (part II)by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 3rd
Week 6, the largest Road to Worlds ever, concludes here.
April 2012
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 5by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 26th
This week, a review of eight tournaments from week 4, an interview with Michael Van Breemen (The Ninja Scot), and a preview of the 17 tournaments taking place in week 5 of the 2012 Regional Championships. This two-part monster will take some time to read...
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 5 (part II)by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 26th
Too big to fit in one article, Week 5 of The Road to Worlds concludes here.
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 4by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 19th
This week, a review of five tournaments from week 3, an interview with Shane Brierley (Shanebrier), and a preview of the eight tournaments taking place in week 4 of the 2012 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 3by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 12th
This week, a review of four tournaments from week 2, an interview with Ben Hosp (bhosp), and a preview of the five tournaments taking place in week 3 of the 2012 Regional Championships.
The Next Generation: Welcome to the Block!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • April 6th
Find out exactly what's available for use in block, how block tournaments are going to work, and a little bit about the whys, the whens, and the future of block.
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 2by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 5th
This week, a review of three tournaments from week 1, an interview with Kenneth Tufts (Worf Son of Mogh), and a preview of the four tournaments taking place in week 2 of the 2012 Regional Championships.
European Championship is coming back to Germanyby Thomas Schneider, European OP Coordinator • April 4th
The best European players are gathering in Bonn on the 21st and 22nd of July. Are you joining?
First Edition and Second Edition CRDs Delayedby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • April 2nd
We're working diligently to bring you updated rules documents (including errata and clarifications) but we need more time.
World Championship Rotation - April Fools!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • April 1st
In our to continue our efforts to expand and diversify high level organized play, The Continuing Committee is announcing a new global World Championship initiative.
March 2012
The Road to Worlds 2012, Week 1by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • March 29th
The Road to Worlds is back for its third year! This week, a preview of the three tournaments taking place in week 1 of the 2012 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2012by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • March 28th
The Road to Worlds is a weekly article series designed to give readers a roundup of the Regional Championship tournaments that have just taken place, and to preview those about to take place the following week. The series also includes interviews with players; links to deck lists, photos and tournament reports; and enough statistics to confuse a mathematician.
OP Achievements Adjustedby Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • March 28th
In the wake of the Organized Play announcement, a number of achievements are being updated to clarify how they fit in with the new system.
Changes to Organized Play for 2012by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • March 26th
The Organized Play Guide has been updated for 2012. It is effective immediately. Find out what has changed here.
February 2012
2012 Regional Championships Scheduleby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • February 27th
Find out where you can take part in a 2012 Regional Championship tournament.
North American Continentals Returns to GenCon 2012by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • February 16th
The 2012 North American Continental Championships for all three games will be held at GenCon 2012 in Indianapolis, IN from August 16-19.
Reminder: Regional Applications due by February 19thby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • February 13th
There are fewer than 12 hours to go until the deadline for 2012 Regional Championship applications. Find out which applications have been received here.
I Dare You To Do Betterby Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • February 3rd
Happy Anniversary! It's been a year since the Achievements program was announced. What's new?
2012 Worlds: Accommodation Infoby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • February 2nd
It's time to start planning your accommodation! All the info you need is at
January 2012
2012 Regional Championshipsby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • January 31st
The countdown to the 2012 World Championships in Australia has begun. Find out how to apply for a 2012 Regional Championship here.
Cloaked Achievementsby Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • January 25th
As we lead up to one year anniversary of achievements, the achievements master reveals hints on how to claim those elusive hidden achievements, and new tools to help.
First Edition and The Futureby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • January 23rd
Chairman Charlie Plaine outlines plans for the next few years of First Edition design, development, and organized play.
A Community of Achieversby Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • January 13th
SirRogue gives you a sneak peak into what is in store for Achievements in the new year.
December 2011
2012 Worlds: We Have a Venue!by Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • December 30th
Happy New Year! It's time for some long-overdue new info for those travelling to the 2012 World Championships in Sydney, Australia!
Unity Release Eventsby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • December 22nd
Find out where you can get your hands on an alternate-image Seven of Nine (Annika) promo to celebrate the release of Unity.
October 2011
2012 Worlds Date Annoucementby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • October 24th
The people have voted and indicated their preferred date for 2012 World Championships! Also, read on for information about how the event will impact the scheduling for the 2012 AC.
UK Nationals Offers Fabulous Prizesby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • October 22nd
Not sure about making the trip to UK Nationals? Check out this prize table!
It's Time: The 2012 Worldsby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • October 6th
The journey to the greatest Star Trek CCG World Championships begins here. It's time for Australia to play host to the biggest stage of all.
Worlds 2012 Heads to Australiaby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • October 5th
After our record setting World Championship in Germany in 2010, The Continuing Committee is proud to award the 2012 World Championship to the community of players in Australia.
September 2011
Announcing Officially Sanctioned Online Playby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • September 16th
Official online league play begins on Monday, September 26th.
Imagine What We Could Achieve...by Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • September 5th
New achievements are here!
2011-12 WCT League season is underwayby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • September 2nd
Find out how you can get your hands on a Pendari Champion league promo.
August 2011
New Achievements Are Coming...by Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • August 29th
Achievements so new, they required a system overhaul! Better make sure your decks are prepared...
July 2011
Tigan for Two (Thousand Eleven)by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • July 28th
Ezri Tigan makes a trio of appearances on the 2011 World Championship virtual promos foils for 1E, 2E and Tribbles!
Kira Nerys (Ih'valla)by Charlie Plaine, Acting Second Edition Lead Designer • July 12th
Effective immediately, an erratum for Kira Nerys (Ih'valla) is now in effect.
North American Continentals by Dan Hamman, North American Continentals Director • July 7th
The schedule for North American Continentals down in San Diego has been altered. Find out the details, and how to Pre-Register!
June 2011
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 14by Kris Sonsteby, Staff Writer • June 30th
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Prague, Kassel, Hiawatha, Fargo, Forest City, and New York then read the final RtW interview with Al Schaefer (ltkettch17).
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 13by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 23rd
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Edmonton, London, Rotterdam and Santa Barbara; read the interview with Will Hoskin (Gumbo); and preview the eight Regionals taking place this weekend.
New Tournament Kits Now Available for Pre-Order!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 17th
The new Series C and Series VII tournament foils will be rotating into kits starting on July 1, 2011, but you don't need to wait - pre-order your kits now!
2011 Australian Continentals Player Interviewsby Craig Giblett, Staff Writer • June 17th
Ever wondered how some of the top Australian players go about their business? What they consider the top affiliation or whether the Borg are just too good? Allt eh answeres to these questions and more are locked inside as we continue our build up to the 2011 Australian Continentals!
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 12by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 16th
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Fremont, Weiden and Worcester; read the interview with John Corbett (KillerB); and preview the five Regionals taking place this weekend.
2011 Australian Continentals: Chilean Ash Cloud Updateby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • June 15th
Update regarding the Chilean volcanic ash cloud and how it will affect the Australian Continentals.
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 11by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 9th
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Hamburg, London, Richmond, River Falls and Vienna; read the interview with Stuart Motley (Damulak); and preview the three Regionals taking place this weekend.
2011 Australian Continentals Dream Teamby Matthyas Kiraly, AC Dream Team Coordinator • June 3rd
Pick your ultimate fantasy team for the 2011 Australian Continental Championships weekend!
Australian Continental Championship 2011 Previewby Craig Giblett, Staff Writer • June 3rd
For this year's increased coverage of the 2011 Australian Continentals, this is just a short preview of some of the players who will be competing this year.
Ambassadors Assemble!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 3rd
Our Ambassador corps is ready for action! Find out who is representing your area, and how you can contact them to help promote your favorite games!
2011 Australian Biermeister Nationals Updateby Matthyas Kiraly, World Biermeister Association: Australian Branch • June 2nd
New venue secured, as well as more information regarding this special format event that opens the 2011 Australian Continental Championships weekend with a BANG!
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 10by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 2nd
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Bremen, Koblenz and San Diego; read the interview with Thomas Kamiura (Bosskamiura); and preview the six Regionals taking place this weekend.
May 2011
2011 Continentals Promosby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • May 30th
Find out what virtual promos will be up for grabs at our 2011 Continental Championships!
GenCon 2011 - Official Scheduleby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • May 27th
Find out the official schedule of events for GenCon 2011!
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 9by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 26th
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Brisbane, Claymont, Forest City and Vienna; read the interview with Stefan Slaby (Winner of Borg); and preview the five Regionals taking place this weekend.
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 8by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 19th
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Klamath Falls, Uppsala, Weiden and Winnipeg; read the interview with Matthew Hayes (karonofborg13); and preview the four Regionals taking place this weekend.
One Month Left to Bid for the 2012 World Championshipsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • May 18th
There is just about one month left to submit bids for the 2012 World Championships. Find out more inside!
Milestone Reached!by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 17th
Commemoration of a significant number of sanctioned tournaments.
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 7by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 12th
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Chermside, Delft, Rotterdam, San Diego, Seattle and Sioux Falls; read the interview with Kevin Jaeger (Hoss-Drone); and preview the five Regionals taking place this weekend.
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 6by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 5th
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Bentley, Columbus and Concord last weekend; read the interview with Jared Hoffman (Mugato); and preview the six Regionals taking place this weekend.
2011 Australian Continental Championshipsby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • May 3rd
Bigger than all Australian Continentals before it, an event not to be missed. Wednesday the 29th of June to the 3rd of July in Sydney, Australia.
April 2011
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 5by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 28th
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Aarhus, Roswell and Santa Barbara last weekend; read the interview with Peter H. Møller (Peukon); and preview the four Regionals taking place this weekend.
Achievement Unlocked!by Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • April 27th
SirRogue introduces a few new functions of the Achievements system and answers some Frequently Asked Questions.
Achievement FAQby Rogue Shindler, Achievement Master • April 26th
Answers to some Frequently Asked Questions about the Achievement system.
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 4by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 21st
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Concord, Dessau and Glen Ellyn last weekend; read the interview with Michael van Breemen (The Ninja Scot); and preview the four Regionals taking place this weekend.
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 3by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 14th
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Coon Rapids, Bentley, Burwood, Delft, Orlando and San Diego last weekend; read the interview with Chris Clarke (ZodoJats); and preview the four Regionals taking place this weekend.
Accepting Bids for the 2012 World Championshipsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • April 8th
Are you interested in hosting the 2012 World Championships? Find out how!
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 2by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 7th
Find out what happened at the Regionals in Birmingham, Chesapeake and Fargo last weekend; read the interview with Kris Sonsteby (LORE); and preview the six Regionals taking place this weekend.
European Continentals 2011 in Vienna, Austriaby Julius Melhardt, Local Organizer EC 2011 • April 4th
Get your bags ready for a trip to Vienna for this years European Championship.
April Fools! Coming in 2011: Living Witnessby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • April 1st
The Continuing Committee is proud to bring you our first digital expansion, Living Witness, coming this summer to online play for both First and Second Edition.
March 2011
The Road to Worlds 2011, Week 1by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • March 31st
The Road to Worlds is back for another year! This week, a preview of the action in week 1 of the 2011 Regional Championships.
The Road to Worlds 2011by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • March 30th
The Road to Worlds is a weekly article series designed to give readers a roundup of the Regional Championship tournaments that have just taken place, and to preview those about to take place the following week. The series also includes interviews with players; links to deck lists, photos and tournament reports; and enough statistics to confuse a mathematician.
Big Changes to Organized Playby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • March 28th
Please read this article if you participate in First Edition, Second Edition or Tribbles tournaments. Significant changes to Organized Play are effective immediately.
2011 North American Continental Championshipsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • March 22nd
The Continuing Committee is proud to announce the the 2011 North American Continental Championships are bound for Risa, heading for San Diego, California on July 15-17.
Australian Continentals Back in Sydney in 2011!by Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • March 21st
Bigger than ever before! Sydney once again will host the Australian Continental Championships over the first week of July this year.
Late Additions to the 2011 Regional Championships Scheduleby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • March 9th
Regional Championships added in Eschenbach, Germany; Richmond, VA and River Falls, WI.
German National Championship 2011by Thomas Schneider, European OP Coordinator • March 7th
At the end of this years Regional season, the best German players will gather in Kassel to play one last Regional, to have some pizza, and to figure out who will become the next German National Champion.
2011 Regional Championships Scheduleby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • March 1st
Find out where you can take part in a 2011 Regional Championships tournament.
New Region Namesby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • March 1st
Andoria, Deep Space Station K-7, Kazon Collective and Briar Patch join the list of Regions, and Deep Space 9 lives on.
February 2011
Reminder: Regional Applications due by February 20thby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • February 14th
There is less than one day to go until the deadline for 2011 Regional Championship applications. Find out what the 2011 Regional Championship promos are here.
Name your new Region!by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • February 7th
If you live in Australia, or the states of Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska or Wisconson; this is your chance to pick a name for your new Region.
Achievements Are Here!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • February 3rd
It's 2011, and the achievement system is finally here!
January 2011
2011 Regional Championshipsby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • January 26th
The countdown to the 2011 World Championships has begun. Find out how to apply for a 2011 Regional Championship here.
The Road to Worlds 2011, United States (West) National Championships Reviewby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • January 22nd
Last weekend 21 Second Edition players showed up at the College of DuPage in Illinois to challenge for the title of United States (West) National Champion. Find out what happened here, and read an interview with the winner.
Now Accepting Bids for 2011 North American Continental Championshipsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • January 21st
The Continuing Committee is now accepting bids from play groups interested in hosting the 2011 North American Continental Championships.
Changes to Regions for 2011by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • January 18th
The Deep Space 9 Region is being split in two, and the Nekrit Expanse Region is being split into three. This is your chance to suggest names for these new Regions.
The Road to Worlds 2011, United States (West) National Championships Previewby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • January 12th
A review of the five National Championships held in the last month, and a preview of this weekend's United States (West) National Championships.
More Cards Made Printableby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • January 3rd
It's the first Monday in January, and that means more cards are officially printable!
December 2010
Requisition Your 2011 Tournament Kits Now!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • December 24th
The First Edition Series B, Second Edition Series VI, and Tribbles tournament kits are now available for requisitions in The Promenade!
The Road to Worlds 2011, Swedish National Championships Previewby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • December 9th
The Road to Worlds 2011 continues through Sweden this Saturday. Including the first ever Tribbles National Championships in Europe!
Improvements to Organized Play for 2011 Pollby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • December 6th
Your chance to vote on ways to improve our organized play.
Coming in 2011: Achievementsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • December 3rd
Coming in 2011, the Achievement system will reward you for playing Trek and Tribbles, and give you a great way to compete with your friends and show off your skills!
November 2010
The Road to Worlds 2011, United Kingdom National Championship Previewby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • November 17th
The Road to Worlds 2011 makes it debut this Saturday in England.
Improvements to Organized Play for 2011by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • November 5th
This is your chance to let us know how we can improve.
First Edition Nationals West Updateby Jeremy Commandeur • November 4th
Two important updates on US Nationals West happening Saturday, November 20th at 2 PM.
October 2010
Second Edition US West 2010 National Championships by David Kuck, North American Organized Play Coordinator • October 29th
The US West National Championship for 2010 is being held in Chicago, IL on January 15th, 2011. Find out more!
First Edition US 2010 National Championshipsby David Kuck, North American Organized Play Coordinator • October 20th
Find out when and where the 2010 US National Championships are being held for First Edition!
The Road to Worlds, 2010 World Championships Review - Part IIby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • October 15th
The conclusion to the review of the action in Frankfurt.
The Road to Worlds, 2010 World Championships Review - Part Iby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • October 14th
In case you didn't realize, the World Championships were held at the beginning of the month. Read on to find out what went down in Frankfurt.
Thank You - Mona Foil Update!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • October 14th
Thanks to you, GenCon and Worlds 2010 were huge successes! We want to thank all of you that participated, and congratulate all of our foil AP Mona winners.
We Want Your Help!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • October 13th
Would you like to help us decide what cards will become future virtual promos? Sound off today!
September 2010
The Road to Worlds, 2010 World Championships Previewby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • September 27th
The Road to Worlds reaches its conclusion next weekend. Find out what all the fuss is about.
Want to be a World Champion?by Dan Hamman, Tribble Breeder • September 23rd
Do you want to earn yourself a World Champion title, but don't have the skills for First or Second Edition? Try your hand at Tribbles in Germany, and you may find that being lucky is as important as being good.
2010 2nd Annual Worlds Prediction Showby Kevin Jaeger, Creative Consultant • September 3rd
Its back for a second year! 2008 World Champion Kevin Jaeger gives his wild predictions for the upcoming 2010 World Championship. How accurate will he end up being? We'll just have to wait to find out.
The Road to Worlds 2011, United States (East) National Championships Previewby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • September 1st
The Road to Worlds 2011 starts this weekend.
August 2010
Early Bird registration for Worlds will close soon!by Thomas Schneider, European OP Coordinator • August 24th
World Championship 2010 is only a few weeks away. Make sure you are not missing the pre-registration discount.
2010 League Kitsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • August 23rd
League directors are now able to requisition the 2010-2011 WCT League Prize Kit from The Promenade, featuring the AP Federation Garak!
The Road to Worlds, North American Continental Championships Reviewby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • August 16th
A review of the recent North American Continental Championships at Gen Con Indianapolis.
The Road to Worlds, North American Continental Championships Previewby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • August 4th
A preview of this weekend's North American Continental Championships.
July 2010
Mona Luvsitt - Now Printable!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • July 30th
Thanks to the outstanding efforts of the community, the standard template version of Mona Luvsitt is now printable!
The Road to Worlds, European Continental Championships Reviewby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • July 29th
A review of the action at last weekend's European Continental Championships - including an interview with Champion Tyler Fultz (DJstormtrooper42).
The Road to Worlds, European Continental Championships Previewby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • July 22nd
A preview of this weekend's European Continental Championships.
World Championship Schedule and Pre-Registrationby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • July 9th
The official schedule for events at the 2010 World Championship in Frankfurt am Main, Germany - plus pre-registration - is now available.
The Road to Worlds, Australian Continental Championships Reviewby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • July 8th
A review of the first Continental Championships of the year - including an interview with two-time Champion Chris 'ZodoJats' Clarke.
The Road to Worlds, Week 14by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • July 1st
The Regional Championships are over for another year. The last thing to do is roundup the action from Week 13.
June 2010
2010 Australian Continentals Previewby Kieren Otton • June 27th
Kieren Otton gives us the skinny on the 2010 Australian Continentals!
2010 Australian Continentals Weekend Audio Commentaryby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • June 26th
Keep up-to-date with the weird and wacky commentary, recorded live from the 2010 Australian Continentals, unedited, unscripted and UNCENSORED!
The Road to Worlds, Week 13by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 24th
A roundup of Week 12 of the Regional Championships, and reviews of the tournaments scheduled for the final week: Week 13.
The Road to Worlds, Week 12by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 17th
A roundup of Week 11 of the Regional Championships, and reviews of the tournaments scheduled for the penultimate week: Week 12.
Restoring First Edition - Part 3, Eliminating the X-listby Nick Fancher, First Edition Rules Master • June 15th
How is the X-list in OTF not like any other X-list?
Trek Schedule at GenCon 2010by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 14th
Find out when and how you can play Trek at GenCon 2010 in Indianapolis!
The Road to Worlds, Week 11by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 10th
A roundup of Week 10 of the Regional Championships, and reviews of the tournaments scheduled for Week 11.
Restoring First Edition, Part 2 - Announcing OTFby Nick Fancher, First Edition Rules Master • June 8th
So what exactly is OTF, and why is it going to work?
Restoring First Edition, Part 1 - What is Wrong?by Nick Fancher, First Edition Rules Master • June 7th
Before we can restore First Edition, we need to have a clear idea of what is wrong, and why everything we have tried before has failed.
The Road to Worlds, Week 10by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • June 3rd
A roundup of Week 9 (what little there was) of the Regional Championships, and reviews of the tournaments scheduled for Week 10.
May 2010
2010 North American Continental Championshipsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • May 31st
GenCon 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana will play host to the 2010 North American Continental Championships for both First and Second Editions
The Road to Worlds, Week 9by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 27th
We are now approximately two-thirds the way through the 2010 Regional Championships. Find out what happened in Week 8, and review Week 9 here.
The Klagenfurt Regionalby Johannes Klarhauser, Staff Writer • May 26th
Johannes Klarhauser reports from his trip to the Regional tournament in Klagenfurt, Austria
2010 European Continental Championships Coming to England in July!by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 20th
The weekend of July 24th/25th sees the First Edition and Second Edition European Continental Championships coming to High Wycombe, England.
The Road to Worlds, Week 8by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 20th
A review of Week 7 of the Regional Championships, and a preview of Week 8. Includes an interview with Kris Sonsteby (LORE).
The Road to Worlds, Week 7by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 13th
Week 6 of the Regional Championships is over. Find out what took place, and preview Week 7. Includes an interview with Jared Hoffman (Mugato).
The Road to Worlds, Week 6by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • May 6th
One third of all Regional tournaments have now taken place. Find out what happened in Week 5, and preview Week 6.
April 2010
The Road to Worlds, Week 5by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 29th
A roundup of Week 4 of the Regional Championships, and reviews of the tournaments scheduled for Week 5.
Infinite Diversity Pre-release and Release Weekend Eventsby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 23rd
If you want to know where you can get your hands on an alternate-image Olarra promo to celebrate the release of Infinite Diversity, read on.
The Road to Worlds, Week 4by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 22nd
A roundup of Week 3 of the Regional Championships, and reviews of the tournaments scheduled for Week 4.
The Road to Worlds, Week 3by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 15th
Regional tournaments are arriving thick and fast now. Find out how last week's five tournaments turned out, and preview this week's six tournaments.
The Road to Worlds, Week 2by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 8th
One Regional Tournament down, just 48 to go.
The Road to Worlds, Week 1by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • April 1st
There can be only one world champion. The race to find out who it will be begins on Saturday.
World Championship 2010by Thomas Schneider, European OP Coordinator • April 1st
With Regional season starting today the Road to Worlds 2010 has been opened. Figure out what is expecting you at its end.
March 2010
European Championship 2010 to be Held in ... Your Country?by Thomas Schneider, European OP Coordinator • March 4th
The European Championship is looking for a new home. Can you offer it?
What's in a Regional Kit?by Dan Hamman, Shipping Manager • March 2nd
The 2010 Regional kits will be shipping to all approved tournament directors soon. Here are the contents!
February 2010
2010 Australian Continentals in Sydney this July!by Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • February 27th
Sydney will play host to both First Edition and Second Edition Australian Continental Championships in July!
Regional Championships Series 2010 Scheduleby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • February 26th
Find out where you can take part in a 2010 Regional Championships Series tournament.
Reminder: Regional Applications Due by February 21stby James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • February 15th
There are less than seven days until the deadline for 2010 Regional applications passes.
January 2010
Regional Championships Series 2010by James Hoskin, Director of Organized Play • January 26th
Reigning World Champions Franklin Kenter (First Edition) and Neil Timmons (Second Edition) may have only been crowned five months ago, but that doesn't mean you can't start thinking about usurping their thrones next year. The Road to Worlds 2010 starts here...
Organized Play Guide Updateby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • January 11th
The Organized Play Guide for both editions has been updated.
December 2009
Allegiance: Virtual Release Promosby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • December 25th
Even though our store is down, we didn't want you to miss out on the fun of a release kit!
4th Annual New Year's Day Charity Draftby Kris Sonsteby, Freelance Writer • December 22nd
T2E Entertainment and the greater Minnesota 'trek player base are proud to present the 4th Annual New Year's Day Charity Draft Tournament to benefit the Twin Cities Chapter of Feed My Starving Children. Read on for full details about how you can rock it with The Big Goodbye and the rest of our "orange hat" brethren this New Year's Day at OP2K!
The Next Wave of Printable Proxiesby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • December 18th
Now it will be even easier for new and returning players to participate in tournaments as we roll out even more 2E printable proxies.
Update: 2009 US West National Championshipby David Kuck, North American OP Coordinator • December 9th
The 2009 US West National Championship is changing dates.
Chase the Can to Iraqby Tyler Fultz, Officer-In-Charge of Forward Deployed Trek Operations • December 8th
While you're playing Trek this Holiday season, why not do some good, too?
2009 North American National Championshipsby David Kuck, North American OP Coordinator • December 3rd
The Continuing Committee is pleased to announce the "2009" United States National Championships!
November 2009
Worlds 2010. Germany. Be There. But Where?by Johannes Klarhauser, Staff Writer • November 18th
The 2010 World Championship will be held in Europe, and in particular, Germany. We'd like to know where in Germany you would like it to be held. Read on, and express your opinion when you're done.
Virtual Promo Updateby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • November 15th
Find out about many of the missing virtual promos with today's update.
Virtual Format Playby Torbjörn Lindquist, Freelance Writer • November 12th
Virtual format is a good format for getting new players into the game since all players are on an equal footing when it comes to card availability. It is also a bit of a challenge to build good decks with limited card availability.
October 2009
15th Anniversary Release Kits Now Availableby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • October 19th
Tournament directors that have run at least one sanctioned tournament may purchase the release kit for The 15th Anniversary Collection.
September 2009
Announcing First Edition Tournament Kitsby Jeremy Commandeur, First Edition Director • September 13th
The Continuing Committee is pleased to announce the availability of tournament kits to support First Edition. Any registered player may purchase these tournament kits to support local organization efforts.
Choose Your Promos!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • September 5th
Participate in the Things Past polls and choose the next set of 1E and 2E promo cards!
2009 World Championships Tournament Report, Part 2by James Hoskin, Staff Writer • September 1st
The concluding part of the report.
August 2009
2009 World Championships Tournament Report, Part 1by James Hoskin, Staff Writer • August 31st
This year the Hoskin brothers "annual pilgrimage to Gen Con Indy and the Star Trek CCG world championships" involved pilots who like to dive-bomb airports, elbow length rubber gloves, and lots of Star Trek... the movie. Oh, and "nobody knows what you're talking about... ass". Read on to find out more of what they got up to in Indianapolis.
Worf (Chief of Security)by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • August 31st
The 2009 Regional game-play exclusive promo, Worf (Chief of Security), is now available for general use.
Tournament Kits and V-Promo Scheduleby Dan Hamman, Shipping Manager • August 21st
Revealed at GenCon, The Continuing Committee is proud to announce that future prize kits will include new foil v-promo cards. Also detailed is the schedule for release and distribution of all v-promo cards.
Neil's Day One Rideby Neil Timmons, Players' Representative • August 19th
Wanna know how Neil Timmons made it through Day 1 of the 2009 Second Edition World Championship? Read on...
The European Continentals 2009 Fantasy Team Contestby Johannes Klarhauser, Staff Writer • August 16th
Did you pick the most valuable players in Potsdam? Find out how your fantasy team did at the European Continentals weekend!
Time to Get Ready for Worlds!by Jeremy Commandeur, First Edition Director • August 10th
The world championship for First Edition is fast approaching. Here are some last minute reminders.
First Edition Rules Updatesby Jeremy Commandeur, First Edition Director • August 3rd
Four rules documents have an update today, just in time for worlds.
What Lies Beneathby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • August 2nd
The Chairman's Challenge returns home to Germany.
July 2009
European Championships 2009 -- A "Small" Prize Updateby Tony Gammell, Director of Public Relations • July 29th
Understatement understatement (def.) A form of irony in which something is intentionally represented as less than it is.
Ruling on Random Selection Responsesby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • July 28th
The ruling regarding random selections is clarified for the European Continental Championships and the World Championships.
North American Continental Championships Weekend Tournaments Report (Part 3)by Kris Sonsteby, Freelance Writer • July 27th
The conclusion to Kris Sonsteby's experiences at the North American Continental Championships.
This Side of Paradise Release Eventsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • July 27th
The Continuing Committee invites you to celebrate the release of This Side of Paradise with a release weekend tournament that offers special prizes!
European Championships 2009...The Heat is On!by Tony Gammell, Director of Public Relations • July 18th
Sunscreen... check! Shorts and T-shirts... check! BierMeister training video... check! 3 decks and 2 folders... check! A list like that can only mean one thing...
New TD Eligibilityby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • July 15th
Effective immediately, The Continuing Committee invites any registered player to list and run tournaments.
Top 5 and the Not Quite Top 5 Decksby Kevin Jaeger, Players' Representative • July 14th
With only a month left to go, reigning World Champion Kevin Jaeger discusses the Top 5 decks that could make YOU the next world champion...and the Top 5 decks that while good, probably will NOT make you the next world champion.
North American Continental Championships Weekend Tournaments Report (Part 2)by Kris Sonsteby, Freelance Writer • July 14th
Kris continues his coverage of the North American Continental Championships.
North American Continental Championships Weekend Tournaments Report (Part 1)by Kris Sonsteby, Freelance Writer • July 6th
Couldn't make it to the North American Continental Championships? Wanna know what happened? Read on! ...
June 2009
How Well Will You Handle the Wild Side?by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 26th
Get a special sneak peek from the fourth Second Edition virtual expansion, This Side of Paradise, this weekend at either the Australian or North American Continental Championships.
German National Championship 2009by Thorsten Wanek, European Organized Play Coordinator • June 13th
On the 20th and 21st of May, the most important national tournament will take place again, the German STCCG championship. A Second Edition Standard Format event offering two days of high-quality gaming entertainment in an ideal environment...
2009 Continentals Fantasy Teamsby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • June 12th
Have you chosen your Dream Team of players for the 2009 Australian and North American Continentals?
2009 Australian Continentals - Fantasy Oddsby TrekAustralia's Fantasy Betting Department • June 11th
Australians love a "flutter": check out all the fantasy odds for the 2009 Australian Continental Championships!
May 2009
15 Years of ST:CCG - Looking Forward to European Organized Play Season 2009by Thorsten Wanek, European Organized Play Coordinator • May 24th
In 1994, the game with the tongue-breaking name -- Star Trek: The Next Generation Customizable Card Game -- was introduced, and since could uphold its popularity with a faithful community of players.
Revised Format for First Editionby Jeremy Commandeur, First Edition Director • May 24th
Revised Format for First Edition is here. It is a significant and substantial evolution in the game.
April 2009
Be Prepared to Take on the World!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • April 17th
The official schedule for GenCon Indy 2009 has been released, including all of the Star Trek CCG World Championship events!
Announcing the 2009 North American Continental Championship!by Dave Kuck, North American Organized Play Coordinator • April 7th
Think you have what it takes to bring down some of the best Star Trek CCG players on the planet?
March 2009
The 2009 Australian Continentals Are Coming!by Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • March 4th
A summary of preliminary information for the 2009 Australian Continentals.
February 2009
Additional Tournament Formats for Regionalsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • February 21st
Additional event formats are now available for the 2009 Regional Championship Events!
Regional Championship Series 2009by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • February 14th
The Continuing Committee brings you the first step on The Trek to the World Championship with the announcement of the 2009 Regional Championship Series.
January 2009
Last Week to Submit AI Promo Votes!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • January 17th
This week is the final week to cast your votes for the alternate-image (AI) cards you'd most like to see as promos in future releases!
Shape the Future: Pick Your Promos!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • January 9th
Help The Continuing Committee decide which cards to make into alternate-image promo cards, and get a chance to win a trilogy of novels!
November 2008
Any Mission, Any Timeby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • November 10th
Like Excelsior, The Continuing Committee begins its own "Great Experiment," and your participation and feedback will be key to the future.
October 2008
First Among First Editionby Jeremy Commandeur, First Edition Director • October 22nd
Check out this report on the action at the First Edition World Championships.
The Top 10 Things You Need To Know About World Championship Trekby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • October 21st
Find out the details about the 2008-2009 World Championship Trek League Season, including which hard-to-find card is now a Virtual Promo!
Tournament Kits Available for Pre-Orderby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • October 16th
The first of many future Tournament Kits are now available for pre-order. Quantities are limited, so order today!
Do You Feel Lucky?by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • October 12th
Want to get your hands on some of the rarest of the rare foil cards? Need an extra incentive to play in tournaments? Find out about The Continuing Committee's quarterly raffles!
How Skilled Are You?by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • October 12th
Do you have Honor? Treachery? Are you blessed with Leadership or knowledge of Law? Collect all the skills with the new Collectible Skill Badges!
Federation Surprise - Essen '08by James "RedDwarf" Hoskin, Staff Writer • October 8th
Mr G. Costanza of New York City found success when he did the opposite of what his instincts told him. You could win a Getting Under Your Skin foil if you try his technique.
Patrol Bonus Zone - Essen 08by Kevin Jaeger, Staff Writer • October 1st
Plan on attending Essen? Need an idea for a deck that could win you a Getting Under Your Skin foil? Have I got a neat deck idea for you!
September 2008
Chairman's Challenge IV at Essen SPIEL '08by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • September 14th
Sunday, October 26th, 2008. Essen SPIEL will see the return of competitive Trek with the 4th Chairman's Challenge event - and this one might be the biggest one yet.
World Championship Trek - Coming Soon!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • September 14th
League play returns with the worldwide organization of World Championship Trek!
US Nationals Return in Novemberby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • September 10th
National events return to the United States in 2008, with both US-West and US-East events the weekend of November 14th - 16th.
August 2008
2008 World Championships Tournament Report, Part 1by James "RedDwarf" Hoskin, Staff Writer • August 28th
It has only been a few days since the festivities finished. Now you can relive them through the eyes of James Hoskin.
2008 World Championships Tournament Report, Part 2by James "RedDwarf" Hoskin, Staff Writer • August 28th
Continue reliving the experience through the eyes of James Hoskin in the conclusion to his tournament report.
Congratulations to Kevin Jaeger!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • August 17th
Kevin Jaeger defeated twenty-eight (28) other players to emerge as the 2008 World Champion!
Worlds Day 1 Draws 29; Neil Timmons Wins Top Spotby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • August 16th
Neil Timmons wins the top spot in the eight-round marathon of Day 1, leading the Top 16 into battle for Day 2.
GenCon Begins!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • August 13th
The 2008 World Championship is only a day away as GenCon 2008 begins in Indianapolis!
First Edition Standard Format Updateby Jeremy Commandeur, First Edition Director • August 11th
The infamous First Edition Standard Format X-List gets a long overdue update. Get a glimpse into the history of the format and see what has changed.
Vladimir Vrbata is the new Star Trek CCG European Champion!by Tony Gammell, Lead Market Developer • August 2nd
34 players attended EC2008...find out how the weekend went!
The 2008 World Championshipsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • August 1st
Are you ready for the 2008 World Championships? Find out all the details inside!
July 2008
Organized Play Guide Updatedby Matt Kirk, Director of Organized Play • July 30th
An updated version of the Second Edition Organized Play Guide is now available for download from the main page of trekcc.org.
Foils, Foils, Foils!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • July 10th
Need a reason to come to GenCon? Looking for a reason to donate?
Stoovie's 2008 Australian Continental Championships Reportby Matthyas Kiraly, Australian OP Coordinator • July 9th
"A Perth Guy" reports in on the Australian Continental Championships
Top 16 from 15 and 14by Kevin Jaeger, Staff Writer • July 7th
Kevin Jaeger gives a top 16 list of The Undiscovered Country and What You Leave Behind cards he expects to see at Continentals and Worlds.
June 2008
EC2008-Accommodation Offerby Tony Gammell, Lead Market Developer • June 22nd
4-star accomodation for under 50- Euro per night? Surely not!
World Championship Format Announcedby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 20th
After several long discussions, and a survey of the players, the format for the 2008 World Championship has been decided.
European Championships 2008 - lets go!by Tony Gammell, Lead Market Developer • June 16th
Now that the regional season is behind us, it's time to crank things up a notch...
Discussing the World Championshipby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 13th
The Continuing Committee seeks your feedback on the World Championship 2008.
Regional Name Voting Begins!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 6th
Not satisfied with the generic name for your Region? Register as a member of your Region and vote on your new name! Details inside.
Welcome to Delta-02!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • June 3rd
The Continuing Committee is proud to announce and welcome the members of the first new Region, Delta-02 in Asia!
May 2008
Where is everybody?by Chris Lobban, Code Monkey • May 16th
The Code Monkey's been too quiet recently... that must mean something is in the works...
Virtual Card Policyby Matt Kirk, Director of Organized Play • May 9th
Guidelines for using printouts in TCC-sanctioned tournament play.
April 2008
Tournament System - Now Online!by Chris Lobban, Code Monkey • April 3rd
You've waited a long time for this... was it worth it?
March 2008
TCC Code of Conduct **Provisional Release**by Matt Kirk, Director of Organized Play • March 25th
Download the new tournament resource now available from The Continuing Committee!
Parek is Coming!by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • March 9th
Don't have a Parek? Head to the nearest Regional and you can get one this year!
2008 Regional Schedule Announcedby Matt Kirk, Director of Organized Play • March 4th
Are you going to join us at one of our 25 worldwide Regionals? Find out more details inside.
February 2008
TDs Playing in Regionalsby Charlie Plaine, Chairman • February 21st
Effective immediately, Tournament Directors (TDs) have the ability to play in their own Regional Events. The deadline for Regional Applications has now been extended until 29 Feb 2008.
Regional Applications Availableby Matt Kirk, Director of Organized Play • February 1st
The application for a Regional Championship Event is now available.
January 2008
Interview With Matt Kirk Regarding Organized Play Guideby Darren Lacoste, Director of Public Relations • January 31st
Now that the latest Organized Play Guide has been released, Darren Lacoste sat down with Matt Kirk to get the answers to some questions.
The Trek to the World Championship 2008by Charlie Plaine, Chairman • January 30th
Want to join the ultimate Trek to the 2008 World Championship? Learn what The Continuing Committee has in mind for the 2008 Championship season.
Organized Play Guide Releasedby Matt Kirk, Director of Organized Play • January 30th
The long awaited Organized Play Guide is now available.