固定

• Reading: こてい
• Romaji: kotei
• Kanji breakdown: 固 (hard/fixed) + 定 (determined/set) → fixed, regular teammates who always play together
• Pronunciation: /ko.te.i/

Meaning

A fixed party — a regular, consistent group of teammates who always play together, as opposed to random matchmaking.

The opposite of 野良 (random matchmaking), 固定 refers to a pre-established team that consistently plays together. Having a 固定 means reliable teammates who know each other's playstyles, enabling better coordination and communication. Finding a good 固定 is highly valued in Japanese gaming culture, and losing one can be a significant event for a player.

Examples

1. 固定メンバーで回したほうが効率いいよ。 It's way more efficient to run with a regular team.
2. 固定組みたいけどスケジュール合う人がいない。 I want to find a regular squad, but nobody's schedule lines up.
3. 固定パーティーだから連携もばっちりだわ。 Since we're a fixed team, our coordination is on point.

Usage Guide

Context: MMO games, team games, gaming communities

Tone: teamwork-oriented, practical

Do Say

• 固定メンバー募集中です (Looking for regular team members)
• 固定で回すと野良より全然楽だよ (Running with a fixed team is so much easier than randoms)

Don't Say

• 固定メンバーの悪口を外で言わない (Don't badmouth your fixed team members outside the group — it destroys trust)

Common Mistakes

• Confusing gaming 固定 with its general meaning of 'fixed/stationary' — in gaming it means a regular team

Origin & History

Standard Japanese word meaning 'fixed/regular.' Used in MMO and team game communities since the 2000s to describe a consistent group of teammates.

Cultural Context

Era: 2000s MMO culture

Generation: MMO and team game players

Social background: Gaming community

Regional notes: Used nationwide in team gaming. Especially important in MMO raid culture and competitive team games.