Grand Archive is heading back to New Zealand for Ascent Auckland, the first Ascent of 2027 and the start of the .asphodel/cantabile season!
This event will feature Path of Steel as the main event, alongside a variety of exciting side events for players to enjoy.
Start Time: 8AM Saturday
End Time: 10PM Sunday
Where: Alexandra Park Raceway (Greenlane West Road and, Manukau Road, Greenlane, Auckland 1051)
Earn Ascent Store Tickets by participating in on-demand Side Events, including .asphodel/paradise Draft, Pantheon, and Constructed formats.
Enjoy additional activities throughout the event, including Trade Night, Distorted Reflections CSR Redemption, beginner experiences, and more.
Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the event!
- .asphodel/cantabile Champion Playmats
- .asphodel/cantabile Uncut Sheets
- Grand Archive Sealed Product
- Jumbo Card
- TCG Accessories
- Plushies
- Figures
A: Standard. The sets that will be legal are Dawn of Ashes, Fractured Crown, Alchemical Revolution (+ Alter), Mercurial Heart (+ Alter), Mortal Ambition (+ Alter), Abyssal Heaven, Distorted Reflections (+ Alter), Phantom Monarchs, Radiant Origins, .asphodel/paradise, and .asphodel/cantabile!
A: It is a playable Grand Archive card that doubles as an admission ticket to the Grand Archive Nationals circuit of events. Like any other card, it can be traded or sold. The CBL season Nationals Invite Cards accumulate points for the 2027 Nationals Season.
A: A hotel block is not available for this event.
A: The Ascent Store voucher is a new addition being introduced as part of our revamping of side events prizing (more details to follow). Entry packages include at least 1 voucher valued at 400 tickets. Ascent Store vouchers can be stacked with Silvie Bucks (Ascent Store tickets) but not other vouchers.
This event will feature Path of Steel as the main event, alongside a variety of exciting side events for players to enjoy.
When and Where
Date: January 22nd - 24th, 2027Start Time: 8AM Saturday
End Time: 10PM Sunday
Where: Alexandra Park Raceway (Greenlane West Road and, Manukau Road, Greenlane, Auckland 1051)
Event Structure & Prizing
Other Activities
There’s plenty more to enjoy beyond the main event, with the fun starting as early as Day 0: January 22nd, 2027!Earn Ascent Store Tickets by participating in on-demand Side Events, including .asphodel/paradise Draft, Pantheon, and Constructed formats.
Enjoy additional activities throughout the event, including Trade Night, Distorted Reflections CSR Redemption, beginner experiences, and more.
Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the event!
Ascent Store
A variety of merchandise will be available for purchase at the Ascent Store. Here’s what you can expect to find:- .asphodel/cantabile Champion Playmats
- .asphodel/cantabile Uncut Sheets
- Grand Archive Sealed Product
- Jumbo Card
- TCG Accessories
- Plushies
- Figures
Closing Ceremony
Join us for our awards ceremony as we celebrate the achievements of our competitors, then stick around for the closing keynote as our developers reveal the latest news and updates for Grand Archive TCG!Admission Packages
FAQ
Q: What format and sets will be played in the main event?
A: Standard. The sets that will be legal are Dawn of Ashes, Fractured Crown, Alchemical Revolution (+ Alter), Mercurial Heart (+ Alter), Mortal Ambition (+ Alter), Abyssal Heaven, Distorted Reflections (+ Alter), Phantom Monarchs, Radiant Origins, .asphodel/paradise, and .asphodel/cantabile!
Q: What is a Nationals Qualifier Card?
A: It is a playable Grand Archive card that doubles as an admission ticket to the Grand Archive Nationals circuit of events. Like any other card, it can be traded or sold. The CBL season Nationals Invite Cards accumulate points for the 2027 Nationals Season.
Q: Is there a hotel block?
A: A hotel block is not available for this event.
Q: What is an Ascent Store voucher?
A: The Ascent Store voucher is a new addition being introduced as part of our revamping of side events prizing (more details to follow). Entry packages include at least 1 voucher valued at 400 tickets. Ascent Store vouchers can be stacked with Silvie Bucks (Ascent Store tickets) but not other vouchers.