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Clear answers for membership, auctions, shipping, and the Team Bank.
FAQ
Common questions before launch.
The short version of how ETC works before the full member workspace opens.
What is ETC?
Elevated Trading Cards is a membership trading-card platform where the team pools purchasing power, guides breaks through Borda count polling, and bids on pulled cards through sealed Vickrey auctions.
Who can bid on cards?
Auction pages are public to view. Bidding is for active members whose membership was established before that break began.
How do Vickrey auctions work?
You make a sealed bid for what the card is worth to you. If you win, you pay the price of the second-highest bid.
What happens to cards I win?
Cards won in auction are held in your ETC Vault until you choose to ship. The card stays tied to the same pull record that started when it was pulled.
What funds the Team Bank?
The Team Bank is fueled by the majority of member dues and 90% of Auction House revenue cycling back into the shared fund for future breaks.
Does polling decide exactly what gets opened?
No. Polling guides break selection. The team's voice shapes the direction, while ETC still has to account for product availability, timing, and budget.
When is launch?
Public launch opens Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. ET.
Contact
Support stays tied to the record.
Questions are easiest to answer when they connect back to a member account, order, card, auction, or Team Bank entry.