(Tournament) Autumn Friendly 2012

**Solace*** · Aug 29th, 2012, 4:47:20 PM

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

CooltrainerAlan · Aug 29th, 2012, 5:17:39 PM

This goes against my original thoughts that VGC 13 will by like Beggining Cup, but I like it anyways. I'll try to remember to enter. best of luck to all participants!

Sol64 · Aug 29th, 2012, 5:56:08 PM

I remember last year it was just 5th gen B/W1 Unova dex pokemon, now it's the current settings for out VGC. Seems interesting. I've played the last japanese tournament using something I call "Arcandorus" so I have a feel of what '13 rules MAY be like. I wonder how many Terrakion and Tyranitar I can Mash.

IstheCakeReallyaLie · Aug 29th, 2012, 8:34:10 PM

Off topic: Darn it. I haven't had time to breed yet. *sigh*

On topic: Are moves from past gens (TMs/move tutors) allowed in the AF?

Biosci · Aug 29th, 2012, 9:15:54 PM

Of course past gen moves are allowed, just no tutor moves from BW2

edit: @below Unova DW mons are BW2 only, so they are not allowed

Dragonking700 · Aug 29th, 2012, 9:26:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat CooltrainerAlan

This goes against my original thoughts that VGC 13 will by like Beggining Cup, but I like it anyways. I'll try to remember to enter. best of luck to all participants!

The VGC '12 rules were announced only for October regionals...the rules will likely change for later events.

Xeno598 · Aug 29th, 2012, 10:30:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Biosci

Of course past gen moves are allowed, just no tutor moves from BW2

I probably already know the answer to this, but are newly released DW Pokemon allowed (Unova mons to be more precise?)

Even if they are, I may still give my VGC 12 team one last run for glory before re-doing my team for the possible VGC 13 ruleset. Should be fun to get back into the action.

**R Inanimate** · Aug 29th, 2012, 10:56:54 PM

Will be out on vacation for most of the duration of this tourney. Looks like I'll have to sit this one out for once. Quite unfortunate, since it would have been a good chance for me to see first hand how things have changed since Worlds.

hockeyguy605 · Aug 29th, 2012, 11:42:29 PM

Excited for this. It'll give me a good chance to test out a team for the October VGCs.

NidokingKing · Aug 30th, 2012, 12:06:52 AM

I don't think I'll participate in this one, not after the total bs I had in the Spring Friendly. Maybe I'll join just to get a feel for how October will be, but I'm not too sure at the moment.

Charizard21 · Aug 30th, 2012, 12:59:05 AM

I'm excited, I've got a team figured out and I've just started breeding up and I've got open time to prepare, good luck to everyone. I hope we are all ready in time.

Fantom0 · Aug 30th, 2012, 4:44:55 AM

Oh good, a chance to try out my new VGC team. Why did it have to start when I go back to school though? I mean, this is what Summer's for! -__-

Pippy · Aug 30th, 2012, 7:15:55 AM

I know, I wish they had a summer one...

Oh well, I'll try and play this time if I have time. Now what should I use...

Superpokemon67 · Aug 30th, 2012, 12:48:46 PM

I'll try to do it, despite highschool taking up most of my time now.

**Expert Evan** · Aug 30th, 2012, 12:51:40 PM

I plan to do this again as preparation for October 14. Hopefully the fun won't be ruined again.

Project_Mars · Aug 30th, 2012, 2:32:53 PM

oh man. i need to actually get what i've been trying out for the Oct 14 regional ready in-game it seems.

and prolly test it more.

The Knights of Wario Land · Aug 30th, 2012, 4:58:48 PM

Good way to test out my Autumn Regionals team I have prepared now in a more consistent way than the GBU. Already have a good feel for it, but this will get my mind prepared more.

_AlexiS_ · Aug 30th, 2012, 5:57:33 PM

I'll join...its a perfect tourney for a training!

Rukario · Aug 30th, 2012, 6:08:46 PM

I'm glad this tournament is 1 month before the regionals because it gives us a good chance to see what works and what doesn't and patch it up before October. Will be participating in this one.

SacredMiKeY · Aug 30th, 2012, 6:56:39 PM

Sounds like a party, will for sure be partaking in this. Will need to warn people though, wifi is shaky where I live so if I DC, I'm sorry.

Team Rocket Elite · Aug 30th, 2012, 7:15:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Biosci

Of course past gen moves are allowed, just no tutor moves from BW2

edit: @below Unova DW mons are BW2 only, so they are not allowed

I wouldn't be so sure that BW2 moves aren't allowed. I think there's a good chance they might be allowed.

**ΩDonut** · Aug 30th, 2012, 7:37:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Team Rocket Elite

I wouldn't be so sure that BW2 moves aren't allowed. I think there's a good chance they might be allowed.

Agreed. There's no indication that there will be anything but the standard GBU restrictions for this tournament, which means BW2 additions will probably be allowed.

In any case, we'll know for sure when people start trying to register their teams. I recommend for now that people prepare teams with BW2 additions in mind, and have a regular BW-only team for backup in case the first fails to register.

OVERGRO · Aug 30th, 2012, 9:56:45 PM

Disappointed they're not giving us the beginning cup, but hey this is cool.
Also majorly disappointed they're not penalizing D/Cs... I wonder why?

As for BW2 moves and DW Abilities... they are not BW2 exclusive thanks to trading between BW1 and BW2. So, at the moment, I don't see why BW2 moves and (DW) abilities would not be allowed.
Furthermore, there is no specific rules stating anything about BW2.

**TheMantyke** · Aug 30th, 2012, 10:57:35 PM

Alright, after skipping out all three of the last ones we've had, I'm throwing my hat into the ring! Look out for OT Roarke!

Drifblim · Aug 30th, 2012, 11:14:15 PM

am going to try to do well this time, bu man it takes awhile to get real points in these things

Aug 29th, 2012, 4:47:20 PM	#1
Solace* i was born to save the doctor Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 1,977 i love #thatPOWER Mentor	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 __________________ when ppl are like ‘the new pokemon are so unoriginal and dumb’ im like?? ? ? celebi was a flying onion Last edited by TheMantyke; Nov 16th, 2012 at 11:27:06 PM.

Aug 29th, 2012, 5:17:39 PM	#2
CooltrainerAlan Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 41 Space Australia	This goes against my original thoughts that VGC 13 will by like Beggining Cup, but I like it anyways. I'll try to remember to enter. best of luck to all participants! __________________ White FC: 3096-1266-5731 VGC

Aug 29th, 2012, 5:56:08 PM	#3
Sol64 Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 266 London, UK	I remember last year it was just 5th gen B/W1 Unova dex pokemon, now it's the current settings for out VGC. Seems interesting. I've played the last japanese tournament using something I call "Arcandorus" so I have a feel of what '13 rules MAY be like. I wonder how many Terrakion and Tyranitar I can Mash. __________________ France VGC '12 Nationals Top 32 - Knocked out before finalists lounge Gamerbase Pokemon Tournament London #4 Finalist VGC12 B/W2 Unova Dex Arcandorus RMT thread

Aug 29th, 2012, 9:15:54 PM	#5
Biosci The Flyin' Wifin' Hawaiian Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 1,332 Hilo	Of course past gen moves are allowed, just no tutor moves from BW2 edit: @below Unova DW mons are BW2 only, so they are not allowed __________________ 1st Place Winter VGCS and 2nd Place Long Beach Winter Regionals! Last edited by Biosci; Aug 29th, 2012 at 11:19:01 PM.

Aug 29th, 2012, 10:56:54 PM	#8
R Inanimate Serenely Graciously Flinching Moderator Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 682 Vancover, Ability Region	Will be out on vacation for most of the duration of this tourney. Looks like I'll have to sit this one out for once. Quite unfortunate, since it would have been a good chance for me to see first hand how things have changed since Worlds. __________________ Just another rainy day on the train... VGCS Jaunary International, 165W-30L-27D/C, 1873, 13th Place VGC 2013 Winter Regional, Salem OR, 1st Place

Aug 29th, 2012, 8:34:10 PM	#4
IstheCakeReallyaLie Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 164 Unova	Off topic: Darn it. I haven't had time to breed yet. sigh On topic: Are moves from past gens (TMs/move tutors) allowed in the AF?

Aug 29th, 2012, 11:42:29 PM	#9
hockeyguy605 Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 284	Excited for this. It'll give me a good chance to test out a team for the October VGCs. __________________ Black FC : 1206 2316 2612 Black 2 FC: 2796 0318 1007 My Last.fm My Pokemon

Aug 30th, 2012, 12:06:52 AM	#10
NidokingKing Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 231 I THOUGHT, if I got the shit beaten out of it, it'd get STRONGER.	I don't think I'll participate in this one, not after the total bs I had in the Spring Friendly. Maybe I'll join just to get a feel for how October will be, but I'm not too sure at the moment. __________________ NIPPLE SALADS!

Aug 30th, 2012, 12:59:05 AM	#11
Charizard21 Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 7 U.S.A.	I'm excited, I've got a team figured out and I've just started breeding up and I've got open time to prepare, good luck to everyone. I hope we are all ready in time.

Aug 30th, 2012, 4:44:55 AM	#12
Fantom0 Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 379 England! WoopWoop!	Oh good, a chance to try out my new VGC team. Why did it have to start when I go back to school though? I mean, this is what Summer's for! -__- __________________ Just waitin' for June 2nd now... --'?'-- <\|'.'\|>

Aug 30th, 2012, 7:15:55 AM	#13
Pippy Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 645 Lick Lick Lick	I know, I wish they had a summer one... Oh well, I'll try and play this time if I have time. Now what should I use... __________________ The Pokemon Rangers A group devoted to peace and having fun!

Aug 30th, 2012, 12:48:46 PM	#14
Superpokemon67 Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 398 PA	I'll try to do it, despite highschool taking up most of my time now. __________________ 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 30th, 2012, 12:51:40 PM	#15
Expert Evan every battle has a smell! Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 3,790 Southwestern Connecticut	I plan to do this again as preparation for October 14. Hopefully the fun won't be ruined again. __________________ EE's Official trade thread: G.O.A.T. EE - Mark 2 4th gen trade = 4383-6929-7278 \| 5th gen trade = 2493-9641-2031 \| 5th gen battle = 4126-7225-2545 Also be sure to join #smogonwifi on IRC for faster communication If you want to be cool, read and obey the rules especially the ones for WiFi.

Aug 30th, 2012, 2:32:53 PM	#16
Project_Mars Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 104	oh man. i need to actually get what i've been trying out for the Oct 14 regional ready in-game it seems. and prolly test it more. __________________ Self-professed Mid-tier player

Aug 30th, 2012, 4:58:48 PM	#17
The Knights of Wario Land Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 817 Philadelphia	Good way to test out my Autumn Regionals team I have prepared now in a more consistent way than the GBU. Already have a good feel for it, but this will get my mind prepared more. __________________ Newark VGC 2011: First round loss Philadelphia VGC 2012: 3-4 74th place Philadelphia VGC 2013: 5-3 29th place Art Thread

Aug 30th, 2012, 5:57:33 PM	#18
_AlexiS_ Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 148 Florence Italy	I'll join...its a perfect tourney for a training! __________________ VGC 2011 Worlds San Diego - 7º Place First place Italian VGC 2011 - Master Division TeamAqua TeamAqua's Official Youtube Channel

Aug 30th, 2012, 6:08:46 PM	#19
Rukario Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 545 New York City	I'm glad this tournament is 1 month before the regionals because it gives us a good chance to see what works and what doesn't and patch it up before October. Will be participating in this one.

Aug 30th, 2012, 6:56:39 PM	#20
SacredMiKeY Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 38 West Virginia	Sounds like a party, will for sure be partaking in this. Will need to warn people though, wifi is shaky where I live so if I DC, I'm sorry. __________________ I do use legal hacks. White FC 0862 2789 7555

Aug 30th, 2012, 9:56:45 PM	#23
OVERGRO Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 300 Attack, Deoxys! ATTACK!	Disappointed they're not giving us the beginning cup, but hey this is cool. Also majorly disappointed they're not penalizing D/Cs... I wonder why? As for BW2 moves and DW Abilities... they are not BW2 exclusive thanks to trading between BW1 and BW2. So, at the moment, I don't see why BW2 moves and (DW) abilities would not be allowed. Furthermore, there is no specific rules stating anything about BW2. __________________ ♫-♪-♫ Smogon's Current Hot [#] List Humanitas.

Aug 30th, 2012, 10:57:35 PM	#24
TheMantyke Relentless Moderator Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 4,170 Atlanta, GA	Alright, after skipping out all three of the last ones we've had, I'm throwing my hat into the ring! Look out for OT Roarke! __________________

Aug 30th, 2012, 11:14:15 PM	#25
Drifblim Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 549 Brooklyn	am going to try to do well this time, bu man it takes awhile to get real points in these things