The following is the preliminary schedule of events for the 2012 World Championships. Please be advised that due to it's size and complexity, it is still subject to change, but consider the main events are all but locked in at this stage.
The five-day schedule has been used at previous Australian Continentals and while grueling at times, certainly befits the grand marathon of Trek that the World Championships deserves to be. This will be one amazing event.
All the events will be held at the primary venue,
Bankstown Sports, EXCEPT the Biermeister, which will be hosted in the city at
Maloney's Hotel.
Any questions, comments or queries, please post them in this thread.
Tournament listings for all these events will be going up in April 2012 and will be linked to each event's title in this schedule.
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WEDNESDAYWednesday will be a lighter day, with no major competition and only two events. These are designed for players to socialise, and particularly for the pool of local and international players to become more familiar with each other's varied play styles and customs.10am -
World Academy Championships - 4 rounds - Academy 2e Constructed
Entry: $5
Decklists: Submit online.
Projected Duration: 5 hours
Bring your best Common-Starter-Virtual rarity decks for this brute-force showdown! A level playing field will see gamesmanship and strength of character win out over mad tech!5:30pm -
Australian Biermeister Worlds - 4 rounds - "Australian Biermeister" Academy 2e Constructed (unsanctioned)
Australian Biermeister Rules (coming soon) -
2012 Australian Biermeister Promo Spoiler List (coming soon)Venue:
Maloney's Hotel (click here for a map)Entry: $10 (drinks are extra)
Decklists: None required.
Projected Duration: 6 hours
The Australian Biermeister Nationals is quite possibly the most talked-about Australian Continentals side event ever, and for good reason! In this Australian version of the Biermeister tournament, using special Australian Biermeister promos in Academy format constructed decks, players aim to achieve the highest honour in Star Trek-related drinking contests, the World Biermeister. Special score cards with drink tracking will be used. This event is open to all players, as drinking is not compulsory (however to be eligible for the prizes, you must participate in the Biermeister according to the Biermeister rules). This event really is fun for all; you can have just one beer, or go all the way vying for the title! As such, it is encouraged that all travelling players attend this fun event to get to know your fellow Australian player, whether over beer, wine or Coca-Cola. 
TIP: Get there earlier to enjoy a value-for-money price buster meal from the Bistro.THURSDAYThe day starts with the First Edition Worlds qualifier. Second Edition side events will be held throughout the day for those not participating in the 1e Worlds. Finally, we round out the day with the first of four Tribbles CCG World Championship qualifiers. 9am -
First Edition World Championships: Qualifier - 8 rounds - OTF Constructed Deck
Entry: $25
Decklists: Submit printed copy at the tournament, then submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 9-11 hours
Number of rounds will be dependent on the number of participants prior to the start of the tournament; if 32 or more, then eight rounds will be played with the top 16 qualifying for finals, otherwise it will be six rounds played with the top eight qualifying for finals.This event will be 8 rounds. Number of players qualifying for the finals will be dependent on the number of participants prior to the start of the tournament; if 32 or more, then top 16 qualifying for finals, otherwise it will be top eight qualifying for finals.10am -
Second Edition Premiere Sealed Deck - 3 rounds - 2e Sealed Deck
Entry: $15
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 4 hours
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the premiere of Second Edition, this event will see players each crack open a random 2e Premiere starter plus six 2e Premiere boosters. LIMITED TO 16 29 players only! Please pre-register as soon as the tournament listing is up to secure your spot. Any remaining spots will be randomly filled on the day with any players who are interested in playing but didn't pre-register.3pm - Standard Orbit - 3 rounds - 2e Constructed
Entry: $5
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 3 hours
This crazy but popular Worlds side event sees players rotate around the tables every 15 minutes and play whatever they have in front of them!3pm - Virtual-only Constructed Deck - 3 rounds - 2e Constructed
Entry: $5
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 3 hours
Go from a sealed traditional to a constructed virtual, this event will test your ability to build a competitive deck using nothing but printable cards. FYI, these include: V and VP cards, errata, all missions, non-unique ships and non-unique personnel.6pm -
Tribbles CCG World Championships: Qualifier Heat One - 5 rounds - Tribbles Constructed
Entry: $2
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 1 hour
Players randomly divided into pods of four or five. Top player from each pod qualifies for the finals.FRIDAYWrapping up the First Edition Worlds with the finals bracket, Second Edition players (and 1e finals drop-outs) get a last-minute chance at a 2e World Championship bye in Australia's first WCT Champions League event!9am -
First Edition World Championships: Finals - Mod Mac Bracketed Top 8/16 - OTF Constructed
Entry: FREE
Decklists: Submit printed copy at the tournament, then submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 6-8 hours
Number of rounds will be dependent on the number of participants prior to the start of Thursday's qualifier tournament; if 32 or more, then a top 16 bracket, otherwise it will be a top eight bracket.12pm -
WCT Champions League - 4 rounds - Infinite Diversity Draft
Entry: $15
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 6 hours
$5 discount if you bring your own Infinite Diversity cards! (a very limited number of ID sets will be available on the day). This is event will be open to ALL, but to be eligible for the WC bye, you must have (at least) 50 WCT Lifetime points.6pm -
2e Worlds Warm-Up - 3 rounds - Standard Constructed
Entry: $2
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 3 hours
6pm -
Tribbles CCG World Championships: Qualifier Heat Two - 5 rounds - Tribbles Constructed
Entry: $2
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 1 hour
Open to ALL players. Players will be randomly divided into pods of four or five. Top player from each pod (who has not already qualified) qualifies for the finals.SATURDAY9am -
Second Edition World Championships: Qualifier - 8 rounds - 2e Standard Constructed
Entry: $25
Decklists: Submit printed copy at the tournament, then submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 10 hours
This is the big one. Top 16 proceed to the finals on Sunday. There will be a lunch break after the fourth round.7pm -
Tribbles CCG World Championships: Qualifier Heat Three - 5 rounds - Tribbles Constructed
Entry: $2
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 1 hour
Open to ALL players. Players will be randomly divided into pods of four or five. Top player from each pod (who has not already qualified) qualifies for the finals.SUNDAY9am -
Second Edition World Championships: Finals - Mod Mac Bracketed Top 16 - 2e Standard Constructed
Entry: FREE
Decklists: Submit printed copy at the tournament, then submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 6 hours
A deck check will be done for ALL decks prior to the start of the tournament (please have your deck in order of your decklist to make the deck check run faster). Any discrepancies will be sorted out prior to the start of the event to minimise the chance of decklist violations during the day. Also, please note that while all pairings in the bracket are single games, the final confrontation will be a best-of-three face-off.10am -
First Edition Block Constructed - 3 rounds - 1e Block Constructed
Entry: $5
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 5 hours
Love TNG like the next Trek fan? The new block format puts everyone on a level playing field again. With simpler gameplay, this format is lots of fun. If there are eight or more players, first prize will be a SEALED FAJO COLLECTION! 
10am -
Race to the Alpha Quadrant - 4 rounds - 2e Standard Constructed
Entry: $5
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 5 hours
12 special rules, two dice, one fun tournament to round off the weekend!3pm -
Second Edition Constructed Deck - 3 rounds - Standard Constructed
Entry: $2
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 3 hours
For those not interested in Tribbles CCG, or those already qualified for the Tribbles Worlds and wanting to play Trek until the Tribbles Finals.3pm -
Tribbles CCG World Championships: Qualifier Heat Four - 5 rounds - Tribbles Constructed
Entry: $5
Decklists: Submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 1 hour
Open to ALL players. Players will be randomly divided into pods of four or five. Top player from each pod (who has not already qualified) qualifies for the finals. IN ADDITION, extra players will qualify to create balanced groups of four players each in the finals. Additional players will also be chosen to replace anyone still playing in other tournaments, such as the 2e finals.
4pm -
Tribbles CCG World Championships: Finals - Bracketed groups of 5 rounds - Tribbles Constructed
Entry: FREE
Decklists: Submit printed copy at the tournament, then submit online after tournament.
Projected Duration: 1-3 hours
Pods of four players will play, with winners forming (balanced) pods of four until we have the final four, who will then compete in the final round3-6pm -
Quiz, Raffle, Auction, and other Fun Stuff™Projected Duration: 1 hour
Done playing and waiting to receive your prizes? There'll be something fun here to do. You won't want to miss it! 6-8pm -
Awards and PrizesProjected Duration: 1 hour
All major prizes from the weekend will be awarded here, including the formal presentation of the World Champions for First Edition, Second Edition and Tribbles CCG!====================
SUMMARY OF THE EVENT SCHEDULE
WEDNESDAY10am -
World Academy Championships - 4 rounds - Academy 2e Constructed
5:30pm -
Australian Biermeister Worlds - 4 rounds - "Australian Biermeister" Academy 2e Constructed (unsanctioned)
THURSDAY9am -
First Edition World Championships: Qualifier - 6 or 8 rounds - OTF Constructed Deck
10am -
Second Edition Premiere Sealed Deck - 3 rounds - 2e Sealed Deck
3pm - Virtual-only Constructed Deck - 3 rounds - 2e Constructed6pm -
Tribbles CCG World Championships: Qualifier Heat One - 5 rounds - Tribbles Constructed
FRIDAY9am -
First Edition World Championships: Finals - Mod Mac Bracketed Top 8/16 - OTF Constructed
12pm -
WCT Champions League - 4 rounds - Infinite Diversity Draft
6pm -
2e Worlds Warm-Up - 3 rounds - Standard Constructed
6pm -
Tribbles CCG World Championships: Qualifier Heat Two - 5 rounds - Tribbles Constructed
SATURDAY9am -
Second Edition World Championships: Qualifier - 8 rounds - 2e Standard Constructed
7pm -
Tribbles CCG World Championships: Qualifier Heat Three - 5 rounds - Tribbles Constructed
SUNDAY9am -
Second Edition World Championships: Finals - Mod Mac Bracketed Top 16 - 2e Standard Constructed
10am -
First Edition Block Constructed - 3 rounds - 1e Block Constructed
10am -
Race to the Alpha Quadrant - 4 rounds - 2e Standard Constructed
3pm -
Second Edition Constructed Deck - 3 rounds - Standard Constructed
3pm -
Tribbles CCG World Championships: Qualifier Heat Four - 5 rounds - Tribbles Constructed
4pm -
Tribbles CCG World Championships: Finals - Bracketed groups of 5 rounds - Tribbles Constructed
3-6pm -
Quiz, Raffle, Auction, and other Fun Stuff™6-8pm -
Awards and Prizes====================
Coming Up Next:
More information regarding the Biermeister, prizes, and attendance packages that include some awesome 2012 Worlds-exclusive stuff!
