VGC 2013 USA regionals revealed - Page 3

PokeKid5 · Aug 14th, 2012, 5:28:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Thadenvy

Really? I used to live in Dallas, TX, and we had some snow last year. Maybe it's the Appalachians that caused it.

So wait, there is snow in Texas but not Northern VA? Our atmosphere REALLY needs to get off the bath salts

Thadenvy · Aug 14th, 2012, 5:41:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat PokeKid5

So wait, there is snow in Texas but not Northern VA? Our atmosphere REALLY needs to get off the bath salts

Yea. I didn't live there when it happened, but my friends who did told me a little bit of it actually did build up.

Rukario · Aug 14th, 2012, 7:16:26 PM

I don't really see the problem here. For those really serious about the VGCs, they'll be able to beat the game quickly and get the necessary Pokemon for the tournament really quickly if they do indeed use a B2W2 unova dex. That's only Fall regionals. For those "casual players", they still have two more attempts at regionals in the winter and spring with more than enough time to become acquainted with the game and get their team ready. Also, if they use the 2012 metagame for fall regionals and use B2W2 unova dex for winter and spring, it will be inconsistent and a complete mess changing metagames halfway through the season. Using the new unova dex for all three seasons of regionals should be fine. It's really not that big of a deal.

PokeMaster366 · Aug 14th, 2012, 7:23:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Rukario

I don't really see the problem here. For those really serious about the VGCs, they'll be able to beat the game quickly and get the necessary Pokemon for the tournament really quickly if they do indeed use a B2W2 unova dex. That's only Fall regionals. For those "casual players", they still have two more attempts at regionals in the winter and spring with more than enough time to become acquainted with the game and get their team ready. Also, if they use the 2012 metagame for fall regionals and use B2W2 unova dex for winter and spring, it will be inconsistent and a complete mess changing metagames halfway through the season. Using the new unova dex for all three seasons of regionals should be fine. It's really not that big of a deal.

They're probably planning under the assumption that not everyone knows about Smogon or spends their days looking through the multiple Pokedex versions on Serebii.net.

Thadenvy · Aug 14th, 2012, 7:54:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Rukario

I don't really see the problem here. For those really serious about the VGCs, they'll be able to beat the game quickly and get the necessary Pokemon for the tournament really quickly if they do indeed use a B2W2 unova dex. That's only Fall regionals. For those "casual players", they still have two more attempts at regionals in the winter and spring with more than enough time to become acquainted with the game and get their team ready. Also, if they use the 2012 metagame for fall regionals and use B2W2 unova dex for winter and spring, it will be inconsistent and a complete mess changing metagames halfway through the season. Using the new unova dex for all three seasons of regionals should be fine. It's really not that big of a deal.

I don't see a problem with switching metagames halfway through the season. It makes it fair for everyone who can only go to one VGC as opposed to being able to burn money and travel to all 15. Plus, thinking about it, we have access to the new Unova dex already and the new tutor moves already. I don't see the big deal with what they choose to do. If they use the old metagame, I think that will bring the least amount of backlash from fans.

JRank · Aug 14th, 2012, 8:55:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Thadenvy

It makes it fair for everyone who can only go to one VGC as opposed to being able to burn money and travel to all 15.

Just wanted to point out that you can't go to all 15, with 5 on each of the 3 dates you could only attend a maximum of 3.

Werecario · Aug 14th, 2012, 11:50:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat JRank

Just wanted to point out that you can't go to all 15, with 5 on each of the 3 dates you could only attend a maximum of 3.

Not if you have a time turner.

Anyway, I'm not sure what I think about the fall regionals, which is what I will be attending. There is only a week to get ready in game, which of course isnt a problem if you plan on PO, but for random people who just want to battle, there is no telling what we will see. These tournaments aim to reach more than the competitive battlers and by doing it like this, it will make it hard for non competitive players.

Also, I feel that they need to hurry up and release the meta because it is only 2 months away. Idc what the meta is as long as it is released soon.

Thadenvy · Aug 15th, 2012, 12:35:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat JRank

Just wanted to point out that you can't go to all 15, with 5 on each of the 3 dates you could only attend a maximum of 3.

Touché. But I still say it makes it more fair for people who aren't hardcore or rich enough to travel to all 3.

Werecario · Aug 15th, 2012, 12:45:12 AM

Its always been like this though. Back in 2010 and earlier, people would travel to regionals 5 weeks in a row.

Project_Mars · Aug 15th, 2012, 1:08:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat PkmRngrBrad

Luckily, we all have a couple of months to possibly make a back up team that would conform to the new Unova standards just in case. And we are also blessed to have access to the information that is in the B2W2 Japanese versions, so we can prepare and know how to make the most effective use of our week.

Pretty much this, keep in mind that there's now speculation that Actual Legendaries (i.e. Groudon, Kyogre, Kyruem, Mewtwo, Manaphy) are rumored to be allowed in. (a lot of speculation seems to say that one or the other of the upcoming tournaments are going to use the ruleset for VGC 2013)

CalzoneCannon · Aug 15th, 2012, 11:00:11 AM

Hahaha yes! I live in virginia so i get to have more prep time with my friends. Last year i didnt know about fall until it was too late.

CalzoneCannon · Aug 15th, 2012, 11:02:13 AM

And yes to you people, we got no snow last year while texas did...

Thadenvy · Aug 15th, 2012, 12:40:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat CalzoneCannon

And yes to you people, we got no snow last year while texas did...

It's just North Texas, man. South Texas got nothing.

PokeKid5 · Aug 15th, 2012, 2:04:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Thadenvy

It's just North Texas, man. South Texas got nothing.

Well, it's a good start

KeepBayleefing · Aug 15th, 2012, 3:32:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat PokeMaster366

I just didn't expect a regional event to be held on my birthday. That's all I'm saying. I'm really hoping that we only use BW2 Pokemon for this one.

I hope its BW2 as well. So it surprising and coincidental then

-Rockstar- · Aug 15th, 2012, 4:16:23 PM

CANADA!!

SacredMiKeY · Aug 15th, 2012, 8:25:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat KeepBayleefing

I hope its BW2 as well. So it surprising and coincidental then

Kinda Hoping it isn't as I can't RNG (Lack of computer, only source of internetting is my PSP) and breeding and soft resetting for good enough IV's to compete would probably take longer than the week to prepare.

**voodoo pimp** · Aug 15th, 2012, 8:48:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat SacredMiKeY

Kinda Hoping it isn't as I can't RNG (Lack of computer, only source of internetting is my PSP) and breeding and soft resetting for good enough IV's to compete would probably take longer than the week to prepare.

If it is BW2 only, I would hope that they allow BW2-dex mons from older games (particularly BW1), so you could prepare that way (personally, I'm already putting together my team just in case). If that's not the case, then you can always see if any other forum members are willing to help you out.

SacredMiKeY · Aug 15th, 2012, 9:16:36 PM

I would assume so as it would make sense, but on the off chance they aren't I would have to do the latter. The problem with that is that I would be able to offer them nothing in return. If only someone could make RNG possible on the PSP. xD

Golden Piloswine · Aug 16th, 2012, 1:34:20 AM

Why do they have a regional in Vancouver, where worlds is gonna be?

Team Rocket Elite · Aug 16th, 2012, 3:37:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Golden Piloswine

Why do they have a regional in Vancouver, where worlds is gonna be?

World will be in Vancouver as well.

Rukario · Aug 16th, 2012, 8:20:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Thadenvy

I don't see a problem with switching metagames halfway through the season.

Are you serious? So you're saying someone who qualifies for Nationals through the first regional with a completely different metagame than the one that is being played at Nationals itself is fair?

JRank · Aug 16th, 2012, 8:52:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Rukario

Are you serious? So you're saying someone who qualifies for Nationals through the first regional with a completely different metagame than the one that is being played at Nationals itself is fair?

They do that in TCG and (afaik) it's not complained about (actually from what I've seen it's one of the few things that ISN'T complained about). Besides, if they qualify (although since it's open you're not qualifying, not sure what point you're trying to make) through the first regional they'll have plenty of time to prepare for the new metagame. If that's what TPCi chooses to do to prevent the problem with BW2 coming out a week before, I don't have a problem with it.

The Knights of Wario Land · Aug 16th, 2012, 10:03:05 PM

Honestly the only new real threats that would be added if BW2 were to come in would be Therian Thundurus and Landorus, and they're too slow to do any huge work.

Superpokemon67 · Aug 16th, 2012, 10:32:16 PM

145 base attack+Intimidate+Scarf=Win

Thundurus now has Volt Absorb and 145 base Special attack as well. You can't really say they won't be doing huge work in the new meta.

Aug 15th, 2012, 12:45:12 AM	#59
Werecario Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 649 Posts: 0	Its always been like this though. Back in 2010 and earlier, people would travel to regionals 5 weeks in a row. __________________ HG FC: 3009 1616 9575 B/W FC: 3182 2310 5228

Aug 15th, 2012, 9:16:36 PM	#69
SacredMiKeY Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 38 West Virginia	I would assume so as it would make sense, but on the off chance they aren't I would have to do the latter. The problem with that is that I would be able to offer them nothing in return. If only someone could make RNG possible on the PSP. xD __________________ I do use legal hacks. White FC 0862 2789 7555

Aug 16th, 2012, 1:34:20 AM	#70
Golden Piloswine Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 422 Pittsburgh	Why do they have a regional in Vancouver, where worlds is gonna be? __________________ How do-you feel -about chocolate? Originally Posted by Fat jumpluff Also, I love chocolate... My "The Smog" Article \| ✞ I am proud to be close with Jesus Christ ✞

Aug 16th, 2012, 10:03:05 PM	#74
The Knights of Wario Land Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 813 Philadelphia	Honestly the only new real threats that would be added if BW2 were to come in would be Therian Thundurus and Landorus, and they're too slow to do any huge work. __________________ Newark VGC 2011: First round loss Philadelphia VGC 2012: 3-4 74th place Philadelphia VGC 2013: 5-3 29th place Art Thread

Aug 16th, 2012, 10:32:16 PM	#75
Superpokemon67 Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 398 PA	145 base attack+Intimidate+Scarf=Win Thundurus now has Volt Absorb and 145 base Special attack as well. You can't really say they won't be doing huge work in the new meta. __________________ For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16

Aug 14th, 2012, 7:16:26 PM	#53
Rukario Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 545 New York City	I don't really see the problem here. For those really serious about the VGCs, they'll be able to beat the game quickly and get the necessary Pokemon for the tournament really quickly if they do indeed use a B2W2 unova dex. That's only Fall regionals. For those "casual players", they still have two more attempts at regionals in the winter and spring with more than enough time to become acquainted with the game and get their team ready. Also, if they use the 2012 metagame for fall regionals and use B2W2 unova dex for winter and spring, it will be inconsistent and a complete mess changing metagames halfway through the season. Using the new unova dex for all three seasons of regionals should be fine. It's really not that big of a deal.

Aug 15th, 2012, 11:00:11 AM	#61
CalzoneCannon Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 80 Virginia	Hahaha yes! I live in virginia so i get to have more prep time with my friends. Last year i didnt know about fall until it was too late.

Aug 15th, 2012, 11:02:13 AM	#62
CalzoneCannon Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 80 Virginia	And yes to you people, we got no snow last year while texas did...

Aug 15th, 2012, 4:16:23 PM	#66
-Rockstar- Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 239 Toronto	CANADA!!