We’re launching a Diplomacy circuit event designed to recognize the best player in North America over the entire year. Just like Formula One, success isn’t only about finishing first. We’re searching for someone who demonstrates consistent excellence across many events.
How it Works
The North American Grand Prix spans multiple face-to-face Diplomacy events for an entire year.
Players earn Grand Prix points based on performance at each approved event. Points accumulate for the calendar year and are tracked on a leaderboard.
At year’s end, the top point earned is the North American Grand Prix Champion!
Grand Prix Points
At each participating tournament, players earn points based on final placement:
1st: 25 points
2nd: 18 points
3rd: 15 points
4th: 12 points
5th: 10 points
6th: 8 points
7th: 6 points
All Other Results: 1 point
All points count toward the final total.
What Makes the Grand Prix Special
Consistency is rewarded over time. You don’t need to win every tournament to become a Grand Prix champion.
Encourages travel across North America to play with new competitors and experience new events.
Fun awards and prizes for participants at each event
Grand Prix Champion
Recognized as the North American Grand Prix champion for the year.
Awarded a championship plaque recognizing the accomplishment.
Gifted a “Stay & Play” package to compete at the next National Diplomacy Masters event at the World Series of Board Gaming in Las Vegas, Nevada. The 2026 champion will have a special bonus because the World Series of Board Gaming is hosting the 2027 World Diplomacy Championship!
Event Listing
February 21-23 - OwlCon (Houston, TX) - https://owlcon.com/
February 27-28 - PrezCon (Charlottesville, VA) - https://www.prezcon.com/
March 19-22 - Breakout Con (Toronto, Canada) (Canadian National Championship) - https://breakoutcon.com/
April 10-12 - Circle DC (Washington, DC) - https://tabletop.events/conventions/circle-dc-2026
May 22-24 - BGG Spring (Dallas, Texas) - https://tabletop.events/conventions/bgg.spring-2026
June 19-22 - Origins (Columbus, Ohio) - https://www.originsgamefair.com/
July 31 - August 1 - WBC (Seven Springs, PA) - https://www.boardgamers.org/
July 30 - August 1 - GenCon (Indianapolis, IN) (US National Championship) - https://www.gencon.com/
September 4-7 - National Diplomacy Masters (Las Vegas, NV) - https://wsbgvegas.com/
November 6-8 - Battlefront Dayton (Dayton, Ohio) - https://tabletop.events/conventions/bgn-bfd
November 18-22 - BGG Con (Dallas, Texas) - https://tabletop.events/conventions/bgg.con-2026
December 4-6 - PAX Unplugged (Philadelphia, PA) - https://unplugged.paxsite.com/
Ready to Join the Race?
If you play face-to-face Diplomacy in North America, you may already be participating. Check the event listing participating events. There will be plenty of opportunities to compete throughout the year, with potential for added events as more even organizers contribute. Join the Renegade Discord for the latest updates (https://discord.gg/PNqNt2Uy).
Note: Anyone who wishes to participate in an event but does NOT want their name listed in the Grand Prix standings, please send a request to Heroes@RenegadeGames.com.
Organizers
It’s easy to join the fun! Anyone interested in running an event should submit their registration for the Renegade Heroes program using the following link: https://renegadegamestudios.com/blog/introducing-the-renegade-heroes-community-program/.