EUROPEAN PREMODERN CHAMPIONSHIP 2026
GDAŃSK 5-6.09.2026
SideQuest is thrilled to announce this year's European Premodern Championships will take place on the weekend of September 5-6 in Gdańsk. We'll be playing at Gdańsk Science and Technology Park.
Join us for a full weekend of competitive Premodern action, great atmosphere, and meeting players from all across Europe. Whether You are fighting for the title or just want to enjoy the community and beautiful seaside city of Gdańsk - this tournament is definitely for you!
Date: 5-6 September 2026
Venue: Gdansk Science and Technology Park
Cancellation policy: If you cancel your ticket up to 30 days after the day of purchase, but no later than 14 days before the event, we will refund you 100% of the ticket price, excluding booking fees. (This is subject to change)
Contact: If you have any questions, please contact us via email at epc26@sidequest.pl or Discord: https://sidequest.pl/discord
Tournament rules:
The tournament follows the Premodern rules.
All sets from the Premodern card pool are allowed, with the exception of cards banned in the format.
REL:
The tournament will be run at Competitive Rules Enforcement Level (REL). This means that players are expected to know the rules of the game and the format, and to play in a sportsmanlike manner.
Proxies:
Proxy cards are not allowed at the event. However Gold Border/World Chapmionship cards are allowed. For that reason players are required to use opaque sleeves for their decks.
Event rules and regulations:
The event will be run according to the Rules and Regulations of the European Premodern Championship 2026.
English version
Polish version
European Premodern Championship (Day 1 Swiss + Day 2 Top 16)
SATURDAY 05.09.2026
Entry fee: 60 EUR
Start: 10:00 (registration from 9:00)
Player cap: 300
Tournament structure: Day 1: Swiss, Day 2: Top 16
REL: Competitive
Decklists: Required, must be submitted before the event starts via melee.gg
melee.gg link: https://melee.gg/Tournament/View/456817
Tournament engine: melee.gg
Prize Pool
🏆 1st place
European Premodern Championship 2026 Trophy
Gaea's Cradle (USG)
30th Anniversary Booster Box *
100€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
Gatherer's Tavern Deckbox: DOMARU Armory Horizon - Malachite
Cardmarket Metal Dice Box 2020 Gold
2nd place
4x Flooded Strand (ONS)
Phyrexian Dreadnought (MIR)
50€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
Gatherer's Tavern Deckbox: DOMARU Armory Horizon - Malachite
Cardmarket Metal Dice Box 2020 Gold
3rd & 4th place
4x Bloodstained Mire (ONS)
50€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
Gatherer's Tavern Deckbox: DOMARU Armory Horizon - Malachite
Cardmarket Metal Dice Box 2020 Gold
5th - 8th place
Ancient Tomb (TMP)
30€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
Gatherer's Tavern Deckbox: DOMARU Armory Horizon - Malachite
Cardmarket Metal Dice Box 2020 Gold
9th - 16th place
Wasteland (TMP)
20€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
Each main event participant will receive a commemorative playmat and a promotional card included in the ticket price.
The prize pool is calculated based on 256 players and is subject to change based on attendance and additional sponsorships.
*) The 30th Anniversary Edition Booster Box is a special prize awarded to the winner of the tournament if the attendance cap of 257 players is reached.
PREMODERN AFTERNOON REBOUND
SATURDAY 05.09.2026
Entry fee: TBA
Start: After 5th round of Main Event
Player cap: 128
Tournament structure: Swiss only
REL: Competitive
Decklists: Required, must be submitted before the event starts via melee.gg
Tournament engine: Companion App
Each main event participant will be able to upgrade their ticket for the afternoon Premodern Rebound Tournament directly at the venue after the 5th Main Event round for a fee. More info will be announced between rounds, so You definitely won't miss it.
PRIZE POOL
🏆 1st place
Polluted Delta (ONS)
15€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
2nd place
Powder Keg (UDS)
15€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
3rd & 4th place
Phyrexian Furnace (WTH)
15€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
5th - 8th place
Armageddon (4ED)
15€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
This is a GUARANTEED prize pool for the Premodern Afternoon Rebound tournament, regardless of the number of participants.
3-CITY MODERN CHALLENGE #28
SUNDAY 06.09.2026
Entry fee: 25 EUR
Start: 10:00 (registration from 9:00)
Player cap: 32
Tournament structure: Swiss + Top 8 playoff
REL: Competitive
Decklist: Required, must be submitted before the event starts via melee.gg.
melee.gg link: https://melee.gg/Tournament/View/457128
Tournament engine: Companion App
The 3-City Challenge is an established tournament series here in Gdańsk. We warmly invite you to join the Sunday main event - steeped in our local tradition where the top player will win an amazing prize: a Mox Diamond!
PRIZE POOL
🏆 1st place
3-City Modern Challenge #28 Trophy
Ultimate Guard Omnihive 1000+ Xenoskin Aetherdrift
Euro Champs 2026 Playmat
Box Topper MTG: The Hobbit
10 x Play Booster Modern Horizons 3
Euro Champs Promo Card
Board Game
2nd place
UG Sidewinder 100+ Xenoskin EOE Mana Confluence
Box Topper MTG: The Hobbit
8 x Play Booster Modern Horizons 3
Euro Champs Promo Card
3rd & 4th place
UG Sidewinder 100+ Xenoskin EOE Mana Confluence
6 x Play Booster Modern Horizons 3
Euro Champs Promo Card
5th - 8th place
Ultimate Guard Edge of Eternities Playmat Watery Grave
3 x Play Booster Modern Horizons 3
Euro Champs Promo Card
3-CITY PREMODERN CHALLENGE
SUNDAY 06.09.2026
Entry fee: 30 EUR
Start: 11:00 (registration from 9:00)
Player cap: 128
Tournament structure: Swiss + Top 8 playoff
REL: Competitive
Decklist: Required, must be submitted before the event starts via melee.gg.
melee.gg link: https://melee.gg/Tournament/View/457124
Tournament engine:Companion App
The 3-City Challenge is an established tournament series here in Gdańsk. We warmly invite you to join the Sunday main event - steeped in our local tradition where the top player will win an amazing prize: a Mox Diamond!
PRIZE POOL
🏆 1st place
3-City Premodern Challenge Trophy
Mox Diamond (STH)
15€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
Gatherer's Tavern Deckbox: DOMARU Armory Horizon - Malachite
2nd place
Phyrexian Dreadnought (MIR)
15€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
Gatherer's Tavern Deckbox: DOMARU Armory Horizon - Malachite
3rd & 4th place
Powder Keg (UDS)
15€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
Gatherer's Tavern Deckbox: DOMARU Armory Horizon - Malachite
5th - 8th place
Cursed Scroll (TMP)
15€ Cardmarket Voucher
Gatherer's Tavern x Cardmarket 2026 Domaru Card Sleeves
Gatherer's Tavern Deckbox: DOMARU Armory Horizon - Malachite
MYSTERY BOOSTER 2 DRAFT
SUNDAY 06.09.2026
Entry fee: 45 EUR
Start: 11:30 (registration from 9:00)
Player cap: 32 (Soft Limit)
Tournament engine: Companion App
PRIZE POOL
REDRAFT
1st place: The Hobbit Box Topper
MODERN HORIZONS 3 DRAFT
SUNDAY 06.09.2026
Entry fee: 30 EUR
Start: 16:00 (registration from 9:00)
Player cap: 32 (Soft Limit)
Tournament engine: Companion App
PRIZE POOL
REDRAFT
1st place: The Hobbit Box Topper
RCQ SEASON 26/27 ROUND 2 - STANDARD
SUNDAY 06.09.2026
Entry fee: 30 EUR
Start: 12:00 (registration from 9:00)
Player cap: 32
Tournament structure: Swiss, followed by a Top 8 playoff
REL: Competitive
Decklist: Required, must be submitted before the event starts via melee.gg.
melee.gg link: https://melee.gg/Tournament/View/457125
Tournament engine: Companion App
PRIZE POOL
🏆 1st place
Ultimate Guard Omnihive 1000+ Xenoskin Aetherdrift
Euro Champs 2026 Playmat
Box Topper MTG: The Hobbit
Bundle MTG: The Hobbit
Board Game
Euro Champs Promo Card
2nd place
UG Sidewinder 100+ Xenoskin EOE Mana Confluence
Box Topper MTG: The Hobbit
8 x Play Booster MTG: The Hobbit
Euro Champs Promo Card
3rd & 4th place
Ultimate Guard Tarkir Dragonstorm Playmat Mox Jasper
5 x Play Booster MTG: The Hobbit
Euro Champs Promo Card
5th - 8th place
Ultimate Guard Tarkir Dragonstorm Playmat Feral Deathgorger
4 x Play Booster MTG: The Hobbit
Euro Champs Promo Card
3-CITY PAUPER CAHALLENGE
SUNDAY 06.09.2026
Entry fee: 15 EUR
Start: 12:00 (registration from 9:00)
Player cap: 32
Tournament structure: Swiss, followed by a Top 8 playoff
REL: Competitive
Decklist: Required, must be submitted before the event starts via melee.gg.
Tournament engine: Companion App
PRIZE POOL
🏆 1st place
Ultimate Guard Omnihive 1000+ Xenoskin Aetherdrift
Euro Champs 2026 Playmat
Box Topper MTG: The Hobbit
6 x Play Booster MTG: The Hobbit
Euro Champs Promo Card
Board Game
2nd place
Gamegenic Card's Lair 400+ Convertible Black
Gamegenic Squire 100+ XL Convertible Blue
Box Topper MTG: The Hobbit
4 x Play Booster MTG: The Hobbit
Euro Champs Promo Card
3rd & 4th place
Dragon Shield Fire Horse Playmat + Playtube set
Dragon Shield Art Sleeves - Fire Horse
4 x Play Booster MTG: The Hobbit
Euro Champs Promo Card
5th - 8th place
Ultimate Guard Tarkir Dragonstorm Playmat Worthy Cost
Dragon Shield Strong Box Blue
2 x Play Booster MTG: The Hobbit
Promo Card