Q: What are Squad Building Challenges (SBCs)?
SBCs are themed challenges that require you to lock a specific set of 4 collectibles related to players, teams, eras, or tournaments. Completing an SBC instantly rewards you with a Mystery Box containing Gold Essence.
Q: Where can I find SBCs?
Go to Challenges → Squad Building. All active and upcoming SBCs will be displayed, along with their requirements and rewards.
Q: How do I complete an SBC?
To complete an SBC:
- Go to Challenges → Squad Building.
- Select an SBC to view its requirements and rewards.
- Lock the exact 4 required collectibles.
- If you’re missing any, you can buy them directly from within the SBC.
- Confirm submission — your collectibles lock immediately, and you instantly receive a Mystery Box.
Q: Can I complete an SBC more than once?
Yes. You can complete any SBC multiple times, up to its limit (usually 10 times). Each attempt must use different serial numbers of the required collectibles.
Q: What happens when I lock collectibles for an SBC?
Locked collectibles are temporarily frozen till the end of SBC’s locking period and:
- Cannot be sold
- Cannot be listed
- Cannot be burned
- Cannot be used in another SBC
- Cannot be used in Collector Leaderboards or Division Rivals
But they can still be used in Match Challenges during the lock period.
Q: How long do collectibles stay locked?
Each SBC clearly shows a Lock Duration. Your collectibles stay locked until that duration ends - even if the SBC itself expires earlier.
Q: What’s the difference between an SBC Expiry and a Lock Duration?
- SBC Expiry → Last date you can submit an entry for that SBC.
- Lock Duration → How long your collectibles remain locked after submission.
Even after the SBC expires, your locked collectibles will remain locked until their own timers finish.
Q: Can I undo or reverse an SBC once completed?
No. Once collectibles are locked and the reward is claimed, the action cannot be reversed.
Q: Can I reuse the same collectible for another SBC?
Yes - but only after its lock period ends. You must wait until the lock timer finishes before reusing that collectible.
Q: What kinds of SBC themes can I expect?
SBCs come in various themes:
Player Sets (e.g., The Modern Big 4)
Team-Based Challenges (e.g., Caribbean Firepower)
Tournament Throwbacks (e.g., Champions Trophy POTTs, 2011 CWC Winners)
Themes are refreshed regularly.
Q: What rewards do I get from SBCs?
Each SBC completion grants an instant Mystery Box containing Gold Essence. These can be used to get discount on packs, buy cosmetics and access IRL experiences.
Q: Can all users participate in SBCs?
Yes. Any FanCraze collector who owns the required collectibles can participate.
Q: Why should I play SBCs?
Because SBCs allow you to:
- Unlock instant rewards
- Use your collection in a meaningful way
- Earn Gold Essence
- Participate in new themed challenges regularly
- Show off the depth of your collection
SBCs are one of the fastest ways to power up your account.
