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    (WIP) The VGC 2012 Metagame in Review

    <p>For the average lurker, VGC may seem like it doesn't change much at all. A season goes by, BlueCookies wins worlds, rinse and repeat. However, there's one thing that really doesn't get much focus at all, and that's how the metagame shifts around. Just like in any tier, VGC goes through many...
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    VGC Letters (You Should Read This)

    Letters are the newest C&C program here on Smogon. This is a pretty new project, but it requires lots of manpower from our wonderful VGC members. VGC letters are casual pieces written about just about anything VGC related. We'll have some specific ideas in mind in the future, but writing about...
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    VGC Regional Twitter Updates

    Help Smogon keep updated as the events go on this weekend! Tweet to @SmogonU and use the hashtag #pkmnvgc with updates for your VGC regional. We'll be tweeting and retweeting updates as the day goes on. You can post your own twitter account and the regional you're going to so we'll know who...
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    VGC Apprentice Program - Round Three

    Sorry for not updating the schedule on this one, life has been incredibly hectic! Welcome to the third VGC round of Battling 101. This round will run from the time pairings go up until October 10th. This is the last round until October regionals, so if you plan on attending one of those, be...
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    October 14th Regional - Toronto, Ontario: Won by Winston Chan!

    DoubleTree International Airport Hotel and Conference Centre | Map Play! Pokemon Page 655 Dixon Rd. Toronto, ON, Canada (416) 244-1711 The Canadian Regional this fall is taking place in Toronto! The VGC 13 season is sure to be exciting, so let's kick it off with a Smogon victory here at...
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    VGC Prizes + Tournament Format

    read about it This update is just what we've been waiting for! Format Updates: So we've got official confirmation that only Pokemon Black & White Cartridges can be used, so be sure to avoid BW2 moves and such! We also get to see that there will be a top cut for the top 8. A Best...
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    VGC Apprentice Program - Round Two

    Welcome to the second VGC round of Battling 101. This round will run from the time pairings go up until September 23rd. We have some of the best tutors VGC has to offer, so if you're looking to learn the ins and outs of doubles, sign up now! Use the following form to sign up. It should...
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    October 14th VGC Regional - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Won by bearsfan092!

    Pennsylvania Convention Center | Map Play! Pokemon Page 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107 (215) 418-4700 Fall Regionals take the location of the former Spring Philadelphia Regional! The VGC 13 season is sure to be exciting, so let's kick it off with a Smogon victory here...
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    October 14th VGC Regional - San Jose, California: Won by Kamz!

    Santa Clara County Fairgrounds | Map Play! Pokemon Page 344 Tully Road San Jose, CA 95111 (408) 494-3247 Fall Regionals make their way to San Jose! The VGC 13 season is sure to be exciting, so let's kick it off with a Smogon victory here at San Jose! Prizes: 1st Place A Pokémon VG...
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    October 14th 2012 VGC Regional - Houston, Texas: Won by BenjiTheGREAT (ARAZZZZ)!

    Westin Memorial City | Map Play! Pokemon Page 945 Gessner Road Houston, Texas 77024 (281) 501-4300 The Southwest Regional this fall is taking place in Houston! The VGC 13 season is sure to be exciting, so let's kick it off with a Smogon victory here at Houston! Prizes: 1st Place A...
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    October 14th 2012 VGC Regional - Ft. Wayne, Indiana

    Allen County War Memorial Coliseum | Map Play! Pokemon Page (Please note that this is the TCG event page, but the VGC event will be held at the same location) 4000 Parnell Avenue Fort Wayne, IN 46805 (260) 482-9502 Fall Regionals once again return to Ft. Wayne! The VGC 13 season is sure...
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    GBU Tournament Standings to Help at Regionals and invites to worlds on ranking

    Read about it here! So come January, it's a possibility byes will be given out at regionals to players who do well on GBU tournaments. Thoughts on this new system?
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    Autumn Friendly 2012

    Read about it here! The Autumn Friendly '12 follows VGC 2012 rules but now from the comfort of home. What kinds of teams do you think we'll see? Discussion can also take place here once the tournament starts (though be sure to steer clear from complaining about DCs). Good luck :D
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    VGC Apprentice Program - Round One

    Welcome to the first VGC round of Battling 101. This round will run from the time pairings go up until September 6th. We have some of the best tutors VGC has to offer, so if you're looking to learn the ins and outs of doubles, sign up now! Use the following form to sign up. It should look...
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    VGC 2013 Rules, Locations, and Prizes

    Locations Rules Prizes locations Fall Regionals - Sunday, October 14, 2012 - Ft. Wayne, Indiana Allen County War Memorial Coliseum - San Jose, California Santa Clara County Fairgrounds - Toronto, Ontario - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Philadelphia Convention Center -...
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    VGC 2013 Regional Rules

    Mantyke Edit: VGC 2013 Regional Rules are up! This year's rule set is pretty much identical to the current GBU rule set. A few things to note is that this means the Therian formes are allowed, Chatot is banned, and note taking is allowed. The rule set isn't quite yet released to the public...
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    The Well #41 - Solace

    "A stranger is being shown around a village that he has just become part of. He is shown a well and his guide says 'On any day except Wednesday, you can shout any question down that well and you'll be told the answer.' The man seems pretty impressed, and so he shouts down, 'Why not on...
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    VGC Ask a Simple Question, Get a Simple Answer - Mark II

    Welcome to the new and improved VGC SQSA. The old one was over 2 years old, so it seemed like a good time to start with a fresh new thread. The OP will be updated when the VGC 13 rules come out to add that to the FAQ, but for now enjoy! Happy asking! Rules FAQ rulesRules 1. DO NOT ASK ABOUT...
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    Pokémon D/P/Pt In-Game Discussion

    ✭✭ Pokemon Diamond and Pearl were the first main series Pokemon games to be released on the Nintendo DS! Pokemon Platinum came out about 2 years later, playing off the same story line with a few twists. Generation IV unveiled a totally new design for our favorite game series. Taking place...
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    Pokémon Dash Discussion

    Pokemon Dash -- probably one of the most forgotten Pokemon games (barring those weird Pokemon Learn to Type! programs). As the first Pokemon game to be brought to the Nintendo DS, one might have assumed it would be a little more memorable. Featuring our favorite electric mouse, Pikachu, as the...
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