Calling: Manila is happening this coming August 16-18 at the One Ayala Mall in Makati, and here are three compelling reasons why you should go! The “Calling” is Flesh and Blood TCG’s premiere international tournament series that’s part of their $1,500,000 Pro Play program for 2024 and is more akin to a festival that celebrates all levels of FaB play during its 3-day run. The main event, of course, is the prestigious Calling tournament, but there’s also a Battle Hardened tournament on Sunday, as well as other major side events like The Gold Foil Commoner tournament, Promo Card tournaments, and the Cosplay Competition!
Incredible Venue
One Ayala is a modern shopping mall situated in the bustling Makati business district. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in everything the city has to offer, this is the place to be. From great shops to splurge on, fantastic dining options to trendy hangout spots, nearly everything is within walking distance or a short trip away from the tournament venue!
$12,000+ Cash Prize Pool (And More)!
Players who have proven themselves the absolute best are well-rewarded with a generous prize pool that’s roughly more than HALF A MILLION Philippine Peso!
The winner, of course, gets the lion’s share of the $10,000 prize pool at the Calling in addition to the exclusive Gold Foil Balance of Justice, which is also worth a LOT.
Meanwhile, the rest of the Top 8 also get Gold Cold Foil Legendary Black Envelopes on top of their pool share. The Top 8 all get Professional Tournament Invitations (PTIs), which they can use to secure their slot in the next Pro Tour or World Championship or even gift the same privilege to a fellow player.
Competitors who performed admirably but didn’t make the cut wouldn’t go home empty-handed, as the cash payout goes down to 24th place.
Those who didn’t make it to the second day of the Calling tournament can still find their redemption at the Battle Hardened tournament on Sunday with a $2000 prize pool, with the Top 2 players both getting PTIs and fighting for the Gold Cold Foil Legendary Black Envelope.
Beyond the major tournaments, there are plenty of other fun and potentially profitable ventures to check out!
Commoner format lovers will be able to shine at the Gold Foil Commoner Tournament. Cosplayers get a chance to show their artistry for exclusive (and expensive) card prizes. Finally, lots of events award unique promo cards upon entry, which could easily pay back the cost of joining – with the potential of winning more. Even just joining side events and collecting enough tickets can net you one or more of the expensive playmats or cold-foil tokens!
So whether you’re joining for fun, competition, or profit – there’s always something at Calling: Manila for you!
Warm and Welcoming Filipino FaB Community
More than the competition and prizes, though, one of the highlights of the Calling: Manila is the local FaB culture itself. The Filipino FaB community was born from a successful grassroots effort driven by their love for the game, and it continues to embody the inclusivity, hospitality, and warmth that the country is known for.
It has grown exponentially over the years but has maintained the same friendliness, camaraderie, and healthy rivalries that made players enjoy and take pride in being part of the community. As of this writing, the Philippines have hosted the world’s biggest Armory and Skirmish tournaments and posted stellar numbers during its first-ever Battle Hardened in Manila.
Competitively, some of the best players in the Southeast Asian region came from the country. Justin Cu, arguably one of the most accomplished FaB players in the world now that he is a Calling, Battle Hardened, and a National Championship win under his belt, hails from the PH and honed his skill in the game over the past year through playing against the country’s best.
At the end of the day, though, don’t be surprised if you made a lot of friends, took a lot of photos, signed an autograph or two, got invited for dinner or drinks, or were taken to other fun and exciting places after tournament hours are over – we’re just as excited as you are to have a Calling event in the country and meet fellow FaB players from around the world.
So do come and visit!
You can register for Calling: Manila today at lgdevents.com
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