Local Umamusume: Pretty Derby enthusiasts are gearing up for a highly interactive, community-powered weekend as the grand fan gathering “Moving Past, And Beyond LVL 1” (MPAB Lvl 1) locks in its official schedule. The eagerly awaited grassroots convention is slated to take over UNBOX Greenhills, situated inside the Promenade Mall in San Juan, on August 2, 2026.
Organized entirely as a passion project by prominent local fan @meekopi, the event emphasizes pure camaraderie and a shared love for the beloved media franchise. Running from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, the afternoon lineup promises a full slate of competitive track tournaments, brain-teasing trivia challenges, and creative showcase spaces designed to appeal to both veteran trainers and casual newcomers alike.
Tense Showdowns on the Digital Track and Trivia Stage
The competitive cornerstone of the event kicks off at exactly 1:00 PM with the highly anticipated Team Quiz Show. A maximum pool of 48 contestants will be grouped into trios to tackle a grueling 10-question preliminary round, navigating a high-stakes elimination bracket. The tension peaks in the Grand Finals, where the remaining nine trainers will abandon their alliances to face off individually in a frantic race to score seven points first.
Following the trivia action, the digital racetrack opens at 3:00 PM for the Casual Muna Tournament. Also capping its roster at 48 active participants, this gameplay tournament challenges trainers to field their absolute best three horse girls in the iconic Tokyo Yushun layout. To level the playing field, matches will run under strictly fixed conditions, though randomized mood settings ensure an element of pure tactical unpredictability.
Points are distributed aggressively based on final placement. A first-place finish secures a maximum ten points, scaling down incrementally to eight points for second place, seven points for third place, and descending sequentially down to a single point for a ninth-place finish. Multiple tiebreaker layers are built into the rule set, with a sudden-death race reserved for deadlocks. Organizers remind all competing trainers to bring their own mobile devices alongside a stable, independent internet connection to ensure seamless tournament progression.
A Paradise for Collectors, Fan Artists, and Cosplayers
Beyond the digital tracks, MPAB Lvl 1 embraces a vibrant, independent convention spirit by providing an open community marketplace. The venue will host active artist tables featuring exclusive, limited-run merchandise from celebrated local fan-artists including Snackbyte and Xelafina. In an effort to uplift the local creative space, aspiring community sellers can access designated table slots entirely free of charge, provided their items remain family-friendly and they supply their own power banks for setup.
Cosplayers are also encouraged to join the festivities in full franchise attire. To help capture the craftsmanship of local attendees, the venue will feature a dedicated photo area complete with custom backdrops.
Access, Registration, and Ticket Tiers
For fans looking to participate in the competitive loops, the general registration fee is set at PHP 250. This all-inclusive pass guarantees secure entry into at least one major tournament track, a custom event souvenir, exclusive community board items, and a unique “Trainer’s Log” which automatically serves as a raffle entry ticket. Official on-site sign-ups will commence directly at the venue from 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM, while digital registration links are expected to go live across community channels earlier in the week.
For casual collectors and onlookers simply looking to soak in the atmosphere, general walk-ins can enter the UNBOX Greenhills space entirely free of charge. This public tier grants complete access to browse the artist tables, shop for rare franchise merch, and network with fellow members of the local community.