Trading card packaging and method for manufacturing the same

Abstract

To provide a trading card in which fraudulence can be found by stringing a trading card package with its contents and identifying the contents.SOLUTION: There is provided a manufacturing method of a trading card package, where the trading card on which rare degree RM information is printed has a step of assembling trading cards 4 and a step of packaging the assembled trading cards 4, a tracing card ID2 is granted to the trading cards 4, the trading card ID2 is registered in a database DB in the assembly step, a package ID3 is granted to a package 1, the packaging ID3 is enclosed into a package 3 or is provided in the package 3, and the package ID3 of a package including the trading cards 4 and the trading card ID2 included in the package 3 and the rare degree RM are related.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a trading card used in trading card games, and in particular to a trading card package that includes a plurality of rarity levels, where each card is classified into one of the rarity levels, the rarity level information is printed thereon, and the cards are individually packaged in combinations that comply with predetermined rules, and a method for manufacturing the same.

Background Art

[0002] Some trading cards have high rarity and high market value, and there is a possibility that high-rarity cards may be extracted or swapped out and the package repackaged during the sales process. In such cases, even when such fraud has occurred, the fraud cannot be detected because the original proper combination of the package is unknown.

[0003] Incidentally, a packaging method with an ID for specifying a packaged card product is disclosed, for example, in Patent Document 1.

Patent Document 1

Disclosure of the Invention

Problem to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] The arrangement described in the patent document assigns a unique ID to the package and associates the ID with a shuffling machine, but this ID cannot identify the content itself inside the package. Therefore, the mechanism does not allow detection even when the cards are swapped.

[0005] The present invention has been made to solve the above problem, and provides an enclosed trading card ​​​​​Linking combinations of codes with package IDs can prevent fraudulent activities such as substitution and forgery. To provide trading card packaging and manufacturing methods that leave no room for anything else to enter. The objective. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the method for manufacturing trading cards according to the present invention is multifaceted. There are several rarity levels, and each item is classified into one of these rarity levels, with the corresponding rarity information printed on it. Trading cards, wherein the trading cards are classified into different rarity levels, and a predetermined number of cards are used. A predetermined number of trades are combined according to the rules and packaged into one package. The assembly step of putting the wing cards into a set, The sets of trading cards assembled in the above assembly step are packaged into a single package. The invention is characterized by including a packaging step of packaging, and further the trade Each trading card is assigned a trading card ID, and in the assembly step described above... , in the set of a predetermined number of trading cards that make up the set, a plurality of different Trading cards are assembled in a way that categorizes them by rarity. Select and form a set, and the trading card ID of the selected trading card is Registered in the database, Each of the aforementioned packages is assigned a package ID that identifies it. Furthermore, a code display representing the package ID is enclosed inside the package or The package is provided as described above. The package ID of the package containing the trading card, and the package The trading card ID and rarity contained within the page are used in the database. The associated configuration consists of a predetermined number of decks.

[0007] Furthermore, in order to achieve the above objectives, the trading card according to the present invention is a predetermined Packages classified into a certain rarity level will have information about that classified rarity level in the trading card. Each of the dots is assigned to it. Trading cards classified into different rarity levels are combined according to the prescribed rules. A predetermined number of trading cards are put into sets for packaging into one package. Occasionally, The trading cards configured in the above set are packaged in one package. Occasionally, Each trading card is assigned a trading card ID, and the set consists of Within a set of a predetermined number of trading cards, there are multiple cards of different rarities according to predetermined rules. A set of categorized trading cards is assembled, and multiple trading cards in the set The trading card ID of the card is registered in the database. Each of the aforementioned packages is assigned a package ID that identifies it. Furthermore, a code display representing the package ID is enclosed inside the package or The package is provided as described above. The package ID of the package containing the trading card, and the package The trading card ID contained within the page is associated in the database. It is structured in this way. [Effects of the Invention]

[0008] According to the present invention, a trading card package and its contents are linked, and the contents are special By enabling determination, it becomes possible to provide a trading card with which fraud can be detected . BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0009] [Figure 1] It is an explanatory diagram showing that a plurality of trading cards including a plurality of rarity levels according to an embodiment of the present invention are packaged. [Figure 2] It is an explanatory diagram showing that a trading card according to an embodiment of the present invention is printed on card base paper, and the printed product is set in a feeding cylinder. [Figure 3] It is a schematic configuration diagram showing each step until assembling and packaging trading cards in the manufacturing process of trading cards according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] It is an explanatory diagram showing that a trading card according to an embodiment of the present invention is packaged, boxed in an inner box, and transported in a state stacked in a carton. BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[0010] Hereinafter, a trading card package according to the present invention and a manufacturing method thereof will be described with reference to the drawings. EXAMPLES

[0011] In the manufacturing process of the trading card 4 according to the present embodiment, a process control system 400 preferably performs consistent process control from order receipt to shipment. This embodi ment describes a manufacturing process using such a process control system 400. Note that the process control system 400 is configured by a computer provided with a program.

[0012] Figure 1 shows how multiple trading cards according to this embodiment are packaged. This is a diagram. In the present invention, a trading card is a trading card The information of the classified rarity RM is used in the trading card Each card has a unique designation, and the trading cards are classified into different rarity levels, such as RM. These components are combined according to predetermined rules and packaged into a single package 1.

[0013] In this embodiment, the rarity RM of a trading card refers to a card with a high rarity RM. The higher the value, the more valuable it becomes in the game. The types of rarity levels (RM) vary depending on the game. However, the types of rarity RM in this embodiment are the most common and lowest rarity RM, Common (C), Next to C are Uncommon (U), Rare (R), and R. Next in rarity is Super Rare (SR), and then Hyper Rare (H), which has the highest rarity in RM. There are five types, including R).

[0014] Figure 2 shows one side of the card base 20 according to this embodiment, with a predetermined layout. Each original sheet has the same rarity RM design printed on the front, and the reverse design printed on the back, and the printed card original After the paper is cut into individual cards by a cutting machine, the card base is split and placed into the input cylinder 101. In the order they were assigned (in Figure 2, the order from 1 to 56 is repeated at least three times): This indicates that the items will be fed in. Therefore, the feed tube 101 is repeatedly fed in the order in which the items should be fed out. A set of four rarity cards is included. Note that cards of the same rarity (RM) are printed on the same card base. They are printed, but each one has a different design printed on it.

[0015] Next, the assembly and packaging processes of one embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0016] Figure 3 shows the process of manufacturing the trading card 4 according to this embodiment, Manufacturing centered around the assembly machine 100 used when packaging the ding card 4. This is a diagram illustrating the schematic configuration of the method. As shown in Figure 3, the assembly machine 100 is a deck loading cylinder 1 01, belt conveyor 102, belt conveyor moving roller 103, and card receiving section 1 It is equipped with 04 and camera 105. Also, the deck loading tube 101a in Figure 3 is Common C trading card 4 is set in the same order as in Figure 1, and similarly the input tube 101b contains an Uncommon U, 101c contains a Rare R, and 101d contains a Super Rare The ASR and input tube 101e are set with Hyper Rare HR trading cards. ru.

[0017] In the configuration shown in Figure 3, the deck loading cylinder 101 is exemplified as having six cylinders. However, the number of tubes is arbitrary. Also, the downstream tube (deck entry tube 101f in Figure 3) The set includes a deck of 7 cards with package ID 3. However, the package ID3 is assigned only to package 1, or package ID3 is assigned to Card 7 will be enclosed, and Package ID 3 will be attached to Package 1 itself. When a trading card is placed on the conveyor belt 102, the roller 103 rotates. As it rotates, it slides, and trading cards are inserted from the deck insertion tube 101 onto it. Number 2 will be dispensed. Note that the number of cards dispensed and the distribution of rarity RM cards are predetermined for the entire set. And, based on the signal from the trading card dispensing management device 300, Discharge devices 301a to 301f attached to each input cylinder 101 at predetermined timings A predetermined number of trading cards 4 are dispensed. For example, the trading card in Figure 1 In the case of inserting a card, three cards are discharged from the input cylinder 101a in Figure 3, and 101b~1 Two cards are dispensed from 01e with predetermined probabilities, and finally, a package is dispensed from 101f. One card with an ID (card 7) is dispensed, bringing the total to six cards, which are then packaged. It will be done.

[0018] In the deck insertion tube 101, the trading cards are placed with their front surfaces facing upwards (Camera 1 It is set to face side 06. Camera 106 is connected to discharge devices 301a~301f Each time a card 4 is dropped onto the conveyor belt 102, an image of that card 4 is acquired. The acquired images will be sent to the database (DB).

[0019] Furthermore, in the assembly machine 100, the image of the card surface captured by the camera 106 is In the image processing unit of the process management system 400 that manages the manufacturing line including the assembly machine 100 Then, image analysis processing is performed, and this image analysis processing determines the belt load from the deck loading cylinder 101. The trading card ID2 of the card being dropped into the Nbear 102 is detected. That is, In the assembly machine 100, each time a card is dropped from the deck insertion cylinder 101, that card The ID (Card ID 2) is detected, and the cards are taken out of each cylinder in a predetermined order. It is checked whether the card is being dispensed and whether the card is being dispensed according to the prescribed rules, and further This is recorded in the database (DB).

[0020] The prescribed rule is that not all five cards can be drawn from a single input cylinder 101. Different designs are assigned to the card base, and they are dispensed in the order they were assigned, so the same image Examples of specific rules include not getting consecutive cards with the same pattern. This varies depending on the game, but for example, the number of cards included per inner box is 11-12 for Common C. 4 Uncommon (U) cards, 1-2 Rare (R) cards, and 0 Super Rare (SR) and Hyper Rare (HR) cards. It is ~2 cards. Furthermore, the number of cards per carton is 132-144 for C. There are 48 U cards, 12-24 R cards, and 1-24 SR and HR cards.

[0021] Figure 4 shows the package in which the trading card 4 according to this embodiment is packaged. Multiple packages of product 1 (for example, 30 packages) are collected and packed into one inner box, and further This is an explanatory diagram showing that 12 inner boxes (5 each) are collected and sealed into one carton.

[0022] The manufacturer of trading card 4 classifies the rarity RM and the information of the classified card. The rarity (RM) information is entered into the process management system 400. The method of entering this information is optional. In this embodiment, the cards are assigned a rarity level RM, but this rarity level RM does not need to be attached to the card; it may only exist in the database DB. Also, a predetermined number of traders In the assembly process of putting trading cards into sets, the manufacturer of trading card 4 is different Assemble the trading cards, each classified as RM rarity, according to the specified rules. Select trading cards to form a set, and the selected trading cards Enter trading card ID2 into process management system 400. Furthermore, package In the packaging process, the manufacturer of trading card 4 identifies the package. Enter package ID 3 into process control system 400. Furthermore, 30 packages 1 In the process of sealing into the inner box 5, 30 packages 1 are packed into the inner box, and each inner box contains a unique Assign ID200 (inner box ID200) and use that inner box ID200 in the process management system 400. In the process of inputting data into the carton, and further sealing the 12 inner boxes 5 into the carton 6, the carton Each carton is assigned a unique ID 201 (carton ID), and this carton ID 201 is used in the process control system. Input into Stem 400. In this way, the specified information from the information entered in each process is then... As explained below, on the database DB of the process control system 400, It is associated with the card ID2. Note that the database DB is part of the process management system 40. It may be located within 0, or it may be located outside the process control system 400. As shown above, by registering each ID in the database DB, any issues that may arise later If good is found, a database search will be performed based on that ID. It is possible to identify the contents of a product that was in good condition.

[0023] In the inner box packing process, a predetermined number of packages 1 are packed into one inner box, but at this time, By reading the package ID 3 of package 1 inside the inner box with a camera, one inner box The package ID 3 of the packed package 1 is stored in the database of the process control system 400. It can be easily registered in the database. Also, all packages within one inner box have barcodes. Once reading step 3 is complete, the process control system 400 will identify the inner box using an ID (inner box ID). You may generate a 200) and print a barcode representing this inner box ID on a sticker. By attaching this sticker to the inner box, it becomes possible to manage the product on a box-by-box basis. The generated inner box ID is associated with the package ID 3 of package 1 packed inside that inner box. Then, it is registered in the database (DB).

[0024] Similarly, when loading a predetermined number of inner boxes 5 into one carton 6 and packing multiple inner boxes into a carton, From all the inner boxes in one carton, the inner box ID 200 is read by a barcode reader. The read inner box ID 200 is used as the carton identification ID (carton ID 201). ) It may also be registered in the database DB of the process management system 400 in association with this. Once barcode scanning is complete from all inner boxes within one carton, the process control system will... M400 generates an ID (Carton ID 201) to identify the carton, and this carton I A barcode representing "D" is printed on the sticker. By attaching this sticker to the carton, This allows for management on a carton-by-carton basis.

[0025] Furthermore, when loading a predetermined number of cartons onto a pallet, and when stacking multiple cartons onto a pallet, From all cartons loaded on one pallet, the aforementioned carton ID 201 is barcoded. The reader reads the carton ID 201, and the ID used to identify the pallet (pallet ID) It may also be registered in the database DB of the process management system 400, associated with the (ID). At this point, once the barcode reading from all cartons on one pallet is complete, the process The management system 400 generates an ID (pallet ID) to identify the pallet, and this pallet A barcode representing the ID is printed on a sticker. This sticker is then attached to the pallet. This allows for management on a pallet-by-pallet basis.

[0026] As described above, not only trading card ID2 and package ID3, but also the inner box and By attaching inner box ID 200 or carton ID 201 to cartons, etc., the inner box unit, This allows for management in carton units. In other words, for example, a single trading carton If any defects are found in trading card 4, the trading of that trading card 4 Based on card ID2, the package and inner box that contained trading card 4, The carton ID can be retrieved from the database. And there was a problem. The packaging, inner box, and cartons containing trading cards 4 will be disposed of. It also becomes possible to do so. Conversely, all inner boxes ID 200 and inside carton ID 201 You can find out the trading card ID2.

[0027] Next, the inspection step in this embodiment will be described. The inspection step is a process control system. This is done by stem 400. In this embodiment, package 1 or inner box 5 or car Trading card ID 2 and rarity R of trading card 4 included in Ton 6 From M, the trading cards 4 inside the package are in the number and set that match the prescribed rules. Steps to check whether it is the case, inside package 1 or inner box 5 or carton 6 The package containing the four wrapped trading cards is enclosed within Package 1, and the weight or thickness Therefore, when the number of trading cards in the package matches the predetermined rules Inspection step to check whether or not it is present, by reading carton ID 201, inner box I D200 and the package ID3 are identified, and furthermore, a predetermined rarity RM is found in the carton. Identify how many of each trading card are included and divide them according to a predetermined ratio. Therefore, the system includes a step to check whether the trading card contains a rarity level of RM. El.

[0028] Furthermore, the assembly machine 100 illustrated in the above embodiment is merely an example, and assembly The specific configuration of the machine is not limited to the example above. For example, if the card is ejected from the input cylinder 101 The configuration for output is not limited to the input cylinder and rollers described above; for example, a robot A configuration in which the card is removed by a mechanism like a blob is also acceptable.

[0029] In this embodiment, the trading card ID and the trading card 4 Associate the ID of the relevant package, inner box, or carton with the database (DB). By registering, you will gain the following advantages:

[0030] For example, if a customer who purchased Package 1 has any issues with the trading cards they purchased, If a customer notices a defect, they may contact the manufacturer of trading card 4. Inform the customer of the package ID 3 printed on the package. Alternatively, you can send the card to the manufacturer and they can read the package ID3, or the customer However, the package ID3 is read using a barcode reader, and the read data is sent via email. It may also be sent to the manufacturer by means of communication such as the following. This will allow the manufacturer to understand the package. By searching the database DB based on the ID, the package that was originally included can be found. The ID2 of the five trading cards that should be there can be identified. And the I on the database DB We will compare D with the ID on trading card 4 that is actually included in the package. This allows for the identification of the authenticity and any defects of trading cards within the package.

[0031] Also, at the time of delivery, data related to package 1 to be delivered (trading card I Download D and its associated information from the database DB to a portable storage medium. You may load the data and deliver it to the customer with this storage medium attached. The data structure (format) of the data downloaded to the storage medium is determined by the customer's computer. It is optional, provided that it is accessible in [location]. In this case, the customer may, for example, For example, if you find a defect such as a bent card, you should inform the manufacturer of the package ID. The manufacturer reads the package ID 3 of the defective package 1 using a barcode reader or similar device. Based on the read package ID3, it is possible to search for data on this storage medium. It is possible. Also, if trading cards intended for fraudulent purposes are mixed in or removed from the goods delivered to the customer. Even if it has been stolen, the manufacturer can use the package ID3 stored on the storage medium to store the package ID3. By verifying the item's trading card ID2, the information provided upon delivery is available. Trading card 4 having a trading card ID that does not exist in the storage medium Trading card 4 that has or should have a trading card ID If it is discovered that a card is missing, it will be determined that trading card 4 was included with malicious intent. It can be determined that they were either removed or tampered with. This indicates that counterfeit products may have been mixed in by a third party. This prevents theft.

[0032] Although one embodiment of the present invention has been described above, the technical scope of the present invention is also as follows: It extends. (Note 1)

[0033] A surface printing step in which the front design of the trading card is printed on one side of the base paper, The reverse printing step involves printing the reverse design on the other side of the base paper, The printed card base paper, having gone through both the front and back printing steps, is cut. The process involves cutting the cards into individual trading cards using a cutting machine, In the cutting step, the individual trading cards that have been cut are Classify them into one of the rarity levels (RM), and use trading cards with the corresponding rarity level (RM) information printed on them. The aforementioned trading cards, which are classified into different rarity levels (RM), are processed according to the prescribed rules. A predetermined number of trading cars are needed to combine them into a single package. The assembly steps for putting the do into a set, The sets of trading cards assembled in the above assembly step are packaged into a single package. It includes a packaging step of packaging, Furthermore, the aforementioned trading card is assigned a trading card ID, In the assembly step, a predetermined number of trading cards constituting the set are placed within the set. Assemble trading cards that are classified into multiple different rarity levels (RM) according to the rules. Select trading cards to form a set, and the selected trading cards The reading card ID is registered in the database DB. Each of the aforementioned packages is assigned a package ID that identifies it. Furthermore, a code display representing the package ID is enclosed inside the package or The package is provided as described above. The package ID of the package containing the trading card, and the package The trading card ID and rarity RM contained within the page are stored in the database DB Associated in, The trading card ID is used in the assembly step. When assembling the card, or in the packaging step, the trading card Before or during packaging the set of cards, each of the aforementioned cards The card ID was read, A boxing step in which a plurality of the packages that have gone through the above packaging step are sealed into an inner box. Including, Each inner box containing multiple of the aforementioned packages is assigned a unique inner box ID that is different from the others. The package IDs of the multiple packages contained within the inner box and the inner box ID are, Associated in the database DB, The process further includes a packing step of packing the aforementioned multiple inner boxes into a carton, Each of the cartons is assigned a unique carton ID, The carton ID and the inner box IDs of the multiple inner boxes contained within the carton are stored in a database. This configuration is associated with the DB and is used in the manufacturing of trading card packages. Method. Note 2

[0034] In front of the trading card enclosed in the aforementioned package or inner box or carton Based on the trading card ID and rarity RM, the trading card inside the package An inspection step to check whether the cards are in the correct number and set according to the prescribed rules. It may also be good to have additional provisions. (Note 3)

[0035] The set of trading cards contained within the aforementioned package, inner box, or carton. With the above package enclosed, the weight or thickness of the above package An inspection step to check whether the number of cards matches the prescribed rule. It may also be provided, Appendix 4

[0036] By reading the carton ID, the inner box ID and the package ID are identified. Furthermore, each carton contains a specified number of trading cards of rarity RM. Identify whether it is present and assign the trading card rarity RM according to a predetermined ratio. The system may also include a step to check whether it contains [the specified substance]. (Note 5)

[0037] If the aforementioned trading card ID, package ID, or inner box ID is RFID That is acceptable. (Note 6)

[0038] The aforementioned trading card ID, package ID, or inner box ID is RFID. When the carton ID is read from the outside, the trading cards inside the carton The system may also include a step to verify whether the combination is correct. (See Appendix 7)

[0039] The aforementioned package may be opaque so that the contents are not visible. (See Appendix 8)

[0040] The package includes certain instruction cards or extra cards, and the package Alternatively, the package ID 3 may be assigned to the explanation card or the extra card. Even if package ID3 is associated with all other cards within that package Good. Also, the package ID3 can be used with a designated online game system online. The association may be configured to be usable in the online game in question. (See Appendix 9)

[0041] By reading the aforementioned carton ID and inner box ID, (1) Which ID was sold to which customer when shipping? (2) When a customer makes a complaint, whether the product was shipped by our company (3) Whether it was taken out without being shipped (4) Whether or not it was disposed of at the time of disposal At least one of these may be understood. (Note 10)

[0042] A surface printing step in which the front design of the trading card is printed on one side of the base paper, The reverse printing step involves printing the reverse design on the other side of the base paper, The printed card base paper, having gone through both the front and back printing steps, is cut. The process involves cutting the cards into individual trading cards using a cutting machine, In the cutting step, the individual trading cards that are cut are predetermined The cards are classified as RM rarity, and the information of the classified RM rarity is included in the trading card information. Each is assigned to, Trading cards classified into different rarity levels (RM) are combined according to the prescribed rules. A predetermined number of trading cards are assembled in order to be packaged in one package. It is The trading cards configured in the above set are packaged in one package. Occasionally, Each trading card is assigned a trading card ID, and the set consists of Within a set of a predetermined number of trading cards, there may be multiple cards of different rarity levels (RM) according to the prescribed rules. Trading cards classified into categories are assembled, and multiple trading cards within the set The trading card ID of the card is registered in the database DB. Each of the aforementioned packages is assigned a package ID that identifies it. Furthermore, a code display representing the package ID is enclosed inside the package or The package is provided as described above. The package ID of the package containing the trading card, and the package The trading card ID contained within the page is associated in the database DB. A trading card package consisting of the contents shown. (Note 11)

[0043] The aforementioned packaged packages are sealed in an inner box. Each inner box containing multiple of the aforementioned packages is assigned a unique inner box ID that is different from the others. There is a step, and the package ID of the multiple packages contained in the inner box, and The inner box ID may be associated with the database DB. (See Appendix 12)

[0044] The aforementioned multiple inner boxes are packed into a carton. The aforementioned carton is assigned a unique carton ID, which differs for each carton. , The carton ID and the inner box IDs of the multiple inner boxes contained within the carton are stored in a database. The configuration may also be one in which the information is associated in the database. (See Appendix 13)

[0045] In front of the trading card enclosed in the aforementioned package or inner box or carton Based on the trading card ID and rarity RM, the trading card inside the package This includes a step in which the cards are checked to see if they are in the correct number and set according to the prescribed rules. That's fine. (Note 14)

[0046] By reading the carton ID, the inner box ID and the package ID are identified. Furthermore, each carton contains a specified number of trading cards of rarity RM. It identifies whether the item is present and checks whether it contains rarity RM according to a predetermined ratio. Further inspection steps may be included. (Note 15)

[0047] If the aforementioned trading card ID, package ID, or inner box ID is RFID This is acceptable. (Note 16)

[0048] The aforementioned trading card ID, package ID, or inner box ID is RFID. When the carton ID is read from the outside, the trading cards inside the carton An additional step may be included to check whether the combination is correct. (Note 17)

[0049] The aforementioned package may be opaque so that the contents are not visible. (Note 18)

[0050] The package includes certain instruction cards or extra cards, and the package Alternatively, the package ID 3 may be assigned to the explanation card or the extra card. Even if package ID3 is associated with all other cards within that package Good. Also, the package ID3 can be used with a designated online game system online. The association may be configured to be usable in the online game in question. (See Appendix 19)

[0051] By reading the aforementioned carton ID and inner box ID, (1) Which ID was sold to which customer when shipping? (2) Whether the item was shipped when a customer filed a complaint. (3) Whether it was taken out without being shipped (4) Whether or not it was disposed of at the time of disposal At least one of these may be understood. Industrial application fields

[0052] This invention relates to a trading card whose contents can be identified and a method for manufacturing the same, which is industrially applicable. It has the potential to be available. [Explanation of symbols]

[0053] 1 package 2. Trading Card ID 3. Package ID 4 Trading Cards 5 Inner box 6 cartons 7. Card with package ID 20 card bases 100 Assembly Machines 101 Insertion tube 102 Belt conveyor 103 Laura 104 Card receiving section 105 Camera 200 Inner box ID 201 Carton ID 300 Emission control device 301 Discharge device 400 Process Management System RM Rarity DB Database

Claims

1. A method for manufacturing a trading card package (1), A set-up step of assembling a predetermined number of trading cards (4) to combine trading cards (4) classified into different rarity levels (RM) according to predetermined rules, wherein the trading cards (4) have multiple rarity levels (RM) and each is classified into one of the rarity levels (RM), and information regarding the rarity level (RM) is printed on the trading cards (4), A packaging step in which the set of trading cards (4) assembled in the assembly step is packaged into a single package (1), A sealing step in which the multiple packages (1) obtained by the packaging in the above packaging step are sealed into one inner box (5), The packing step includes packing a plurality of the inner boxes (5) into a carton (6), In the assembly step, the trading cards (4) are selected to form a set such that, in accordance with the predetermined rules, the trading cards (4) are assembled into a set of a predetermined number of trading cards (4) that constitute the set, and the trading cards (4) are classified into multiple different rarities (RM). The package (1) is assigned a package ID (3) that identifies the package (1), and the package ID (3) is registered in the database (DB). The inner box (5) is assigned an inner box ID (200) to identify the inner box (5), and the inner box (5) is assigned a code display representing the inner box ID (200). Each carton (6) is assigned a unique carton ID (201), The aforementioned manufacturing method further, A manufacturing method comprising a first association step of associating the package ID (3) of the package (1), the inner box ID (200) of the inner box (5) containing the package (1), and the carton ID (201) of the carton (6) containing the inner box (5) in the database (DB).

2. A method for manufacturing a trading card package (1) according to claim 1, wherein the trading card (4) is assigned a trading card ID (2) that identifies the trading card (4), and the manufacturing method further includes a first association step of associating the inner box ID (200) of the inner box (5) containing the trading card (4) with the trading card ID (2) and rarity (RM) of the trading card (4) contained in the inner box (5) in the database (DB).

3. A method for manufacturing a trading card package (1) according to claim 1, further comprising: an inspection step of checking whether at least one of the rarity levels (RM) of a plurality of trading cards (4) in the inner box (5) is at a predetermined ratio or within a predetermined ratio range; or an inspection step of checking whether the number of trading cards (4) having a predetermined rarity level (RM) in the inner box (5) is at a predetermined number or within a predetermined number range.

4. A method for manufacturing a trading card package (1) according to claim 1, wherein the trading card (4) is assigned a trading card ID (2) that identifies the trading card (4), and the manufacturing method further includes a third association step of associating the package ID (3) of the package (1) containing the trading card (4) with the trading card ID (2) and rarity (RM) of the trading card (4) contained in the package (1) in the database (DB).

5. A method for manufacturing a trading card package (1) according to claim 1, wherein each trading card (4) is assigned a trading card ID (2) that identifies the trading card (4), and each trading card ID (2) is read when assembling the trading cards (4) in the assembly step, or in the packaging step or during packaging before packaging the set of trading cards (4).

6. A method for manufacturing a trading card package (1) according to claim 1, wherein each trading card (4) is assigned a trading card ID (2) that identifies the trading card (4), and the manufacturing method further includes an inspection step of checking whether the number and sets of trading cards (4) in the package (1) conform to a predetermined rule based on the trading card ID (2) and rarity (RM) of the trading cards (4) contained in the package (1).

7. A method for manufacturing a trading card package (1) according to claim 1, wherein each trading card (4) is assigned a trading card ID (2) that identifies the trading card (4), and the manufacturing method further includes an inspection step of checking whether the combination of the number of trading cards (4) in the carton (6) and the rarity (RM) of all the trading cards (4) contained in the carton (6) matches the number of cards and rarity (RM) combination that conforms to the predetermined rule.

8. A method for manufacturing a trading card package (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 7, further comprising an inspection step of checking whether the number of trading cards (4) in the package (1) matches the predetermined rule based on weight or thickness, while the set of trading cards (4) contained in the package (1) is contained within the package (1).

9. A method for manufacturing a trading card package (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 8, further comprising an inspection step of checking whether the number of trading cards (4) conforms to the predetermined rule based on the weight of all the trading cards (4) contained in the inner box (5) when they are contained in the inner box (5).

10. A method for manufacturing a trading card package (1) according to claim 1 or claim 5 and any one of claims 6 to 9 dependent on claim 5, further comprising an inspection step of checking whether the number of trading cards (4) in the carton (6) conforms to the predetermined rule based on the weight of all the trading cards (4) contained in the carton (6) as contained in the carton (6).

11. An inner box (5) in which multiple trading card packages (1) are enclosed, The trading cards (4) are classified into predetermined rarity levels (RM), and each trading card (4) is assigned information regarding the rarity level (RM) to which it is classified. A predetermined number of trading cards (4) are assembled in order to combine the trading cards (4) classified into different rarity levels (RM) according to predetermined rules. The assembled trading cards (4) are packaged in a single package (1). Multiple packages (1) are enclosed in the inner box (5). Multiple inner boxes (5) are packaged in a carton (6). A set of a predetermined number of trading cards (4) is assembled, and the trading cards (4) are classified into multiple different rarity levels (RM) according to the predetermined rules. The package (1) is assigned a package ID (3) that identifies the package (1), and the package ID (3) is registered in the database (DB). The inner box (5) is assigned an inner box ID (200) to identify the inner box (5), and the inner box (5) is assigned a code display representing the inner box ID (200). Each carton (6) is assigned a unique carton ID (201), An inner box (5) in which the package ID (3) of the package (1), the inner box ID (200) of the inner box (5) containing the package (1), and the carton ID (201) of the carton (6) containing the inner box (5) are associated in the database (DB).

12. Each trading card (4) is assigned a trading card ID (2) that identifies the trading card (4). The inner box ID (200) of the inner box (5) containing the trading card (4), and the trading card ID (2) and rarity (RM) of the trading card (4) contained in the inner box (5) are associated in the database (DB). The inner box (5) according to claim 11.

13. The inner box (5) according to claim 11, wherein it is checked whether at least one of the rarity levels (RM) of the plurality of trading cards (4) in the inner box (5) is in a predetermined ratio or within a predetermined ratio range, or whether the number of trading cards (4) having a predetermined rarity level (RM) in the inner box (5) is a predetermined number or within a predetermined number range.

14. Each trading card (4) is assigned a trading card ID (2) that identifies the trading card (4). The package ID (3) of the package (1) containing the trading card (4), and the trading card ID (2) and rarity (RM) of the trading card (4) contained in the package (1) are associated in the database (DB). The inner box (5) according to claim 11.

15. A carton (6) in which a plurality of inner boxes (5) according to claim 11 are packed, wherein each carton (6) is assigned a different unique carton ID (201), and the carton ID (201) and inner box ID (200) of the plurality of inner boxes (5) contained within the carton (6) and the package ID (3) of the plurality of packages (1) contained within the inner boxes (5) are associated in a database (DB).

16. The inner box (5) according to claim 11, wherein the combination of the number of trading cards (4) and their rarity (RM) in the inner box (5) is the combination of the number of trading cards (4) and their rarity (RM) that conforms to the predetermined rule for all the trading cards (4) contained in the inner box (5).

17. The carton (6) according to claim 15, wherein the combination of the number of trading cards (4) and their rarity (RM) in the carton (6) is the combination of the number of trading cards (4) and their rarity (RM) that conforms to the predetermined rule for all the trading cards (4) contained in the carton (6).

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