Novus players are invited to register for the first stage of the Ape city individual novus championships. The competition will be held using the Swiss system, with 10 rounds played. The number of participants is limited, and players must register with the competition organizer, Jānis Ērmanis, to take part. This event marks the first of five stages in the 2026/2027 championship series. The competition is organized by the Ape association administration in cooperation with chief judge Jānis Ērmanis.