Malaysia OC Trading Cards 2026

⟡ Hail, pirates, marauders and buccaneers of the boundless galaxies—
What lies ahead beyond your journey through this sea of stars?Is it fame? Fortune? Something worth every trial, every tribulation.Will you carve your name into the stars and let your legacy burn bright?
Do you seek glory beyond measure, worth more than any treasure?If your answer to any of these be "Aye!",Then all hands on deck!
Weigh anchor and hoist your sails!It's time for us to plunder the stars!⟡ More treasures to be revealed soon ⟡Next Event: Comic Fiesta 2026, Kuala LumpurWelcome to this unofficial event organised by Malaysian artists, where you can trade cards of your original characters. Whether you are a regular attendee, a newcomer to the local art scene, or an artist alley boother, we welcome all forms of OC content!If you have any questions or comments, feel free to hop on over to the Discord and ping @illytto, @morganmei, @ela_craftthingz, @mochibis or @leymonaide(Header art by whalecalling)

Aye!

There be Pirates!
The theme for this year's OC Trading Cards is Space PiratesRuffians. Thugs. Thieves and crooks. Such titles branded upon you, meant to derogate and deride. And yet, here you are, wearing them upon your chest with pride; a mark of rebellion against those who brand themselves righteous and upstanding. Oh so virtuous and high-minded. But you know better than those fools, don’t you, Pirate?Tell us, friend..Are you here for gold?For glory?Are you here for the thrill of adventure, untethered by the words of naysayers?Do you simply think the laws of the galaxy petty and foolish, and entirely beneath you?Perhaps you're one of those privateers, working towards the 'greater good'.Or do you seek something more? Revenge. Retribution? Your very own brand of justice?Well..No matter the reason that you wear your breeches, or your pantaloons... That you’ve hung up your fearnoughts for longcoats, and swapped woolen caps for trihorne hats..You are here. You are loud, and stout-hearted.And ready to plunder the very stars!*Is your OC a:⟡ Captain
> The dauntless leader of their ragtag crew. Authoritative, fearless and bold, whose cunning and sharp wit leads everyone to the stars.⟡ Quartermaster
> The resourceful and innovative planner. They supervise the ship's supplies and logistics, making sure the ship's needs are fulfilled until their next supply run or heist.⟡ Navigator
> The cartographer of galaxies, their wisdom and experience in navigating the treacherous territory of the vast dark sea of stars is certainly a treasure of its own.⟡ Engineer
> The adroit and steady hand of the ship. The upkeep of the operations, maintenance and repair of the ship's mechanical, electrical and weaponry systems depends on them.⟡ Crew
> The lifeblood of the ship. No ship can remain afloat without all of you. Are you perhaps the ship medic, tending to the wounded? Or the cook, filling everyone's bellies? Or the bard, uplifting everyone's spirits with your songs? Your choices are as boundless as the galaxies ahead of you.⟡ Stowaway
> The unexpected. How have you managed to sneak onto a ship? What made you decide to leave everything behind for a dangerous unknown?(Visuals illustrated by @whalecalling)

Information

This is an OC trading card event for Malaysians inspired by alli.en's Aussie OC Trading Card Project!As original character afficionados who wish to promote more original content in local conventions around Malaysia, we have organised this annual trading card event for creators to show off their OCs. This is an opportunity for creators to share their characters with other creatives in the community so that everyone can amass an impressive collection of OCs from everyone who participates!Anyone and everyone is encouraged to join. You don't need to be a local or tabling at a convention to trade OC cards!
For more information and to connect with other participants, we recommend joining our Discord There, you will get the most up-to-date information about where to find other participants and artists during events, group orders, and more.Some frequently asked questions:Must I be boothing in the event to join?
No! As long as you're attending, you're welcome to join.Can I use my own template?
No. Please use the template provided in this linkCan I sell my OC card?
No, you may not. This project is intended to be one that's fun and free. If you would like to sell OC-themed trading cards, please create your own layout and template.
You can, however, give your OC cards away as free gifts.Can I have more than one OC on the card?
No, you should only have one OC per card. However you can add familiars or pets to be with your OC.Can I have more than one OC card?
Yes, but also keep your budget in mind!Can I use an OC image I commissioned?
Yes. Please remember to include the artist at the back of the card.Must it only be humanoid OCs?
No. All OCs that comply with our rules (No NSFW or offensive designs) are welcome.My OC's lore/design may not be as polished. Can I still join?
Yes! The main idea is to share your OC with others and exchange your stories with each other. Everyone of all skill levels are welcome!How many cards should I print?
The suggested amount is a minimum of 50 cards. However, the amount is up to you. Please print a suitable amount for you to trade with others.How can I trade?
Please refer to this spreadsheet Comic Fiesta 2026 on how to find the other members of this group. Please also include where you might be during the event.Can I trade for more than one card?
Trades need not be 1 card to 1 card. If both trading parties are willing you can exchange however many you want (ie. I give Morgan 3 of my cards for 1 of theirs)Can I print the cards myself?
Yes !Can I use AI-generated for my cards?
ABSOLUTELY NOT. We do not allow nor encourage the usage any forms of generative AI

How to make your own card

Here's an example of a trading card.Our theme for the trading cards this year is Space Pirates. All hands on deck!There are 6 Variants of Templates for the Front Design. Choose wisely!The template is provided HERE. Please maintain some of the distinctive elements of our template to ensure recognisability. Here is a breakdown of the image template:

You may find Templates, Visual Guides and Fonts HERE

Card Specs & Print

The dimensions of the trading card size is 64x89mm - the standard trading card size. Our template size already includes a 5mm bleed on all sides (The file will be 74x99mm), but do ensure you retain at least a 3mm bleed on all sides.
You can print them out on your own and glue the front and back together, or order it from a printing shop. Here are some suggestions for those based in Klang Valley. Please note that these prices are old listings so do inquire with them before printing.

Alternatively, you can look for printer on Shopee as well.

Rules

1. No hate/offensive content on your card2. No explicit content (a little bit of spice is OK, but keep it SFW!)3. Make sure to credit the designer/artist if the artwork on the card was not made by you! If you're using a Picrew, please make sure you're able to credit the creator. If your artwork is heavily inspired by something, please include your inspiration with an 'Inspired by' segment!4. Fandom OCs (e.g. Cookie Run OCs, Limbus Company OCs) and non-humanoid OCs are totally OK and welcome too!! Have a little frog scrunkle as an OC? Go ahead!5. No AI art. You will be blacklisted. (We take this very seriously)6. Don't use other people's OCs without permission!7. Have fun, don't hate on other people's artwork and OCs.
Be nice!!!8. Please do not sell your OC cards. This is a wish from the template designer, kindly respect it. We just want to keep this a free, for-fun event!9. Trades need not be 1 card to 1 card. If both trading parties are willing you can exchange however many you want.

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