Franchise Rights are commercial privileges that may allow an approved individual or entity to develop and operate a Confiction-related business, experience, venue, product line, or commercial venture using selected Confiction intellectual property.

FICT ZERO holders receive the exclusive eligibility to apply for these rights. However, approval is not automatic. Every application must go through a review process, and any legally binding franchise arrangement must be confirmed through a separate written agreement between the applicant and Confiction Labs.

In simple terms: FICT ZERO allows you to apply. The franchise agreement defines what you are actually allowed to do.

This process helps ensure that any approved franchise partner can protect the quality, tone, standards, and long-term value of the Confiction brand.

The scope of any Franchise Right will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

FICT ZERO acts as the primary pre-qualification requirement, but the actual rights, limits, territory, duration, commercial terms, and operating conditions will be defined through additional review and legal agreements.

Each application may be assessed across the following areas:

• Brand Alignment
  The proposed business must align with the Confiction brand identity, creative direction, audience expectations, and the specific universe or IP being used.
  This includes tone, visual presentation, customer experience, storytelling, marketing, merchandise, and any use of official names, logos, characters, settings, lore, or other protected materials.
• Quality Control
  Approved franchisees must be able to maintain a level of quality that reflects positively on Confiction Labs and its IP.
  Depending on the nature of the business, this may include review of product samples, venue design, customer experience plans, staff training, marketing materials, operational standards, or periodic audits. Confiction Labs reserves the right to pause, revise, or terminate cooperation if quality standards are not maintained.
• Geographic Restrictions
  Franchise Rights may be limited by territory, country, city, region, or operating channel.
  Geographic scope will depend on the proposed business, existing partnerships, local regulations, brand strategy, and the ability of the applicant to operate effectively in the requested location.
• Size and Scope of Operations
  Smaller and medium-scale ventures may be more suitable for early Franchise Rights.
  Examples may include themed cafes, retail experiences, merchandise stores, pop-up experiences, escape rooms, small attractions, local events, or limited product collaborations.
  Larger ventures such as amusement parks, hotel chains, major location-based entertainment facilities, or large-scale licensing programs may require stricter review, additional safeguards, or may be restricted due to complexity, cost, operational risk, and brand exposure.
• Legal and Ethical Standards
  Applicants must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, licensing requirements, consumer protection rules, employment standards, and tax obligations in their operating territory.
  Franchisees are also expected to uphold ethical business practices and avoid activities that could harm Confiction Labs, its communities, partners, audiences, or intellectual properties.
• Duration and Renewal
  Franchise Rights may be granted for fixed terms according to a partnership agreement.
  At the application stage, applicants may be able to propose or discuss terms such as 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 years, subject to review and approval. Renewal is not automatic and may depend on performance, compliance, brand fit, business results, and future Confiction Labs strategy.
• Exclusivity and Non-Compete Protection
  Unless specifically agreed in writing, Franchise Rights are non-exclusive.
  However, limited non-compete protection, territorial protection, or category protection may be discussed for approved partners, especially during the early launch period of a franchise business. Any such protection must be clearly defined in the final agreement.
• Innovation and Independence
  Confiction Labs welcomes partners who can bring strong ideas, local insight, and entrepreneurial energy into the ecosystem.
  That said, creative independence has boundaries. Any new concepts, products, stories, venue designs, campaigns, or customer-facing experiences that use Confiction IP may require review and approval to ensure they remain consistent with the brand and do not create conflicts with official canon, future releases, or other partnerships.

Please note:

• Only FICT ZERO holders are eligible to apply.
• Applications are submitted through the FICT ZERO Panel.
• Applicants may need to connect the wallet holding the FICT ZERO asset to verify eligibility.
• Eligibility does not guarantee approval.
• Approved applicants will still need to complete any required business, creative, operational, and legal review.

As an early adopter initiative, Confiction Labs is waiving standard franchising fees for approved franchisees until December 31, 2030, unless otherwise discussed and agreed by all parties in writing.

This initiative is intended to reduce the initial barrier for qualified, passionate partners who want to build with Confiction Labs at an early stage.

However, applicants should understand that fee waivers do not necessarily cover all possible business costs. Franchisees may still be responsible for their own operating expenses, local legal requirements, taxes, or other costs related to running their business as well as any costs that may be incurred upon Confiction Labs.

Supporting Early Growth
Starting a new venture is difficult, especially when working with a growing entertainment universe. By waiving standard franchising fees during this early period, we want to make it easier for serious and capable partners to take part without being blocked by upfront franchise costs.

Building Long-Term Relationships
We are looking for partners who believe in the long-term vision of Confiction Labs and want to grow with us. This initiative is designed to build a strong network of franchisees who care about the brand, the community, and the worlds we are building.

Encouraging Innovation
Lowering the entry barrier gives more room for creative operators, local entrepreneurs, and ambitious teams to propose ideas that we may not have been able to build alone. We want partners who can bring fresh energy while still respecting the standards and identity of Confiction Labs.