VGC '12 Mountain West Regional - Colorado Springs, CO - Won by Fishy!

josetron · Jan 6th, 2012, 8:01:46 AM

Crowne Plaza Hotel [ Map ]
12886 South Circle Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Registration: 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM. Play starts at 10:30 AM.

Missed your chance to play in a Fall Regional? Want another chance at winning awesome prizes? Then the 2012 VGC Spring Regional, held on April 15th, 2012 is just for you! Join some of the strongest trainers around the region as you battle for the title of 2012 Spring Regional Champion!

Format
The tournament will be in the swiss format likely with no top cut. Players will be paired up against each other and every round they will play someone else with a similar record to them. After a set amount of rounds, the players with the best scores (with tie-breakers determined by the win percentage of their opponents) will receive their prizes. This means everyone will get to play every round and nobody is eliminated in the tournament!

Accomodations
The Pokemon Tournament Organizer for this event has been able to get discounted rates at the hotel the tournament will take place at. Call 719-576-5900 and ask for the "Pokemon discount" for a better rate. The earlier you book, the better the price will be.

Attending
Masters

josetron
ultimatedra (+35)
TheAshAttacks
Sprocket

Seniors

uxsee
CodyBernheisel

ultimatedra · Jan 6th, 2012, 5:26:25 PM

The Utah Rogues will be there in full force! 15+ going down for VGC alone, another 20 for both TCG & VGC.

reppin' the masters here!

uxsee · Jan 14th, 2012, 10:19:47 AM

Im attending as a senior :D

commi$$ioner · Jan 15th, 2012, 4:23:55 PM

Might make it out here.

TheAshAttacks · Feb 3rd, 2012, 12:24:08 AM

Going to compete in the master division.

CodyBernheisel · Feb 12th, 2012, 2:37:30 PM

Im attending as a Senior also :3

Sprocket · Mar 6th, 2012, 1:24:01 AM

I will be attending the Masters division.

josetron · Mar 11th, 2012, 4:15:40 PM

ill be sending live updates for this event my twitter account is josebriceno11 good luck to all trainers

Seby · Apr 5th, 2012, 5:30:37 PM

I'll be attending. Masters Division. This is my first time going to something like this, I hope I fair... decently enough.

Sprocket · Apr 11th, 2012, 6:16:32 PM

Looking like this will be the least-attended of the VGCs. Which is a shame as Colorado Springs is beautiful this time of year.

ultimatedra · Apr 11th, 2012, 9:26:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Sprocket

Looking like this will be the least-attended of the VGCs. Which is a shame as Colorado Springs is beautiful this time of year.

Why go to Colorado when the drive to California is easier, warmer, and has more players?

Besides, that means that we will play less rounds so we can get back home sooner.

Sprocket · Apr 12th, 2012, 10:49:25 AM

You're implying that people want to go to California. Personally I could be on Mars and it wouldn't be far enough.

And for me it's a day+ drive either way, or a 2 hour flight either way.

Dozz · Apr 12th, 2012, 11:36:01 AM

I'm actually shocked at how few people are going to this regional. Maybe there's a massive non-smogon contingent going. Who knows? Oh well. Best of luck to anyone at this one. Looks like you'll be getting an early dinner for sure...

Sprocket · Apr 12th, 2012, 11:38:43 AM

I'm hoping next year's mountain west regional is in Phoenix again!

LampShade0wns · Apr 12th, 2012, 6:00:06 PM

Ill be there!

ultimatedra · Apr 13th, 2012, 2:09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Sprocket

I'm hoping next year's mountain west regional is in Phoenix again!

Salt Lake City is more likely. Regionals for the TCG have always switched between Utah and Colorado.

TheAshAttacks · Apr 13th, 2012, 4:12:47 PM

Well I'm looking forward to a few easy rounds of play then.

josetron · Apr 13th, 2012, 5:49:53 PM

in denver colorado :)

Sprocket · Apr 13th, 2012, 6:52:30 PM

Made it to Colorado springs without incident, other than an unruly passenger on the plane that got a "talking to" from the Feds. I saw quite a few Pokemon people at Phoenix-Mesa airport, no idea if they're Smogonites or not though.

Look for me with my Legend of Zelda stuff on Sunday!

ultimatedra · Apr 14th, 2012, 1:11:58 AM

Just talked with the PTO for the event and he said that he didn't advertize anywhere because players SHOULD just go to pokemon.com and thats it.

And THAT is why there is such a low turnout - because some PTO's just don't feel like advertizing on other sites.

Good luck everybody!

Sprocket · Apr 14th, 2012, 10:40:44 AM

LOTs of Junior TCG players here. So far seen maybe 1 VGC player but they might just be in hiding until tomorrow.

Sprocket · Apr 14th, 2012, 11:10:56 PM

Not too many VGCers showdown up during the TCG tourney, but a good number did, including a few fellow Smogonites. For the persistent, you could get some practice rounds in between TCG rounds.

It amazes me how many people showed up and DIDN'T bring their DS! I mean seriously, who besides parents goes to a Pokemon tourney and not bring Pokemon (VG, TCG or otherwise)?

All signs still point to this being the smallest VGC Regional. We may only just have enough players for a top 16 in Masters, but who knows how many people will actually show up tomorrow morning.

Cybertron · Apr 14th, 2012, 11:18:13 PM

Don't forget there's no Top Cut.

Sprocket · Apr 14th, 2012, 11:21:58 PM

True, cybertron. TCG did though, even for their juniors division which had ~26. Depending how many or few show up, this tourney might be over before lunch :(

avalanche3387 · Apr 15th, 2012, 12:37:28 AM

If it helps any, I'm dragging my brother along tomorrow. I think we are both in the master's division (birth years are 91 and 94) so please correct me if I'm wrong. I'm looking forward to this so yeah, hope I do decently well.

Jan 6th, 2012, 8:01:46 AM	#1
josetron Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 21	VGC '12 Mountain West Regional - Colorado Springs, CO - Won by Fishy! Crowne Plaza Hotel [ Map ] 12886 South Circle Dr Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Registration: 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM. Play starts at 10:30 AM. Missed your chance to play in a Fall Regional? Want another chance at winning awesome prizes? Then the 2012 VGC Spring Regional, held on April 15th, 2012 is just for you! Join some of the strongest trainers around the region as you battle for the title of 2012 Spring Regional Champion! Format The tournament will be in the swiss format likely with no top cut. Players will be paired up against each other and every round they will play someone else with a similar record to them. After a set amount of rounds, the players with the best scores (with tie-breakers determined by the win percentage of their opponents) will receive their prizes. This means everyone will get to play every round and nobody is eliminated in the tournament! Accomodations The Pokemon Tournament Organizer for this event has been able to get discounted rates at the hotel the tournament will take place at. Call 719-576-5900 and ask for the "Pokemon discount" for a better rate. The earlier you book, the better the price will be. Attending Masters josetron ultimatedra (+35) TheAshAttacks Sprocket Seniors uxsee CodyBernheisel Last edited by Firestorm; Mar 6th, 2012 at 3:00:02 AM.

Jan 14th, 2012, 10:19:47 AM	#3
uxsee Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 99 Arizona	Im attending as a senior :D __________________ If you buy one completo, it's only one dollar. BUT, if you buy two completos, it's only two dollars. BUT, if you buy three completos, it's only three dollars. BUT, if you buy four completos, it's only four dollars... Do you like my three buts?

Mar 6th, 2012, 1:24:01 AM	#7
Sprocket Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 1,494 Phoenix, AZ	I will be attending the Masters division. __________________ Black FC: 2537-3042-2350 VGC2012 Analysis: Slowbro (Uploaded)

Apr 11th, 2012, 6:16:32 PM	#10
Sprocket Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 1,494 Phoenix, AZ	Looking like this will be the least-attended of the VGCs. Which is a shame as Colorado Springs is beautiful this time of year. __________________ Black FC: 2537-3042-2350 VGC2012 Analysis: Slowbro (Uploaded)

Apr 12th, 2012, 10:49:25 AM	#12
Sprocket Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 1,494 Phoenix, AZ	You're implying that people want to go to California. Personally I could be on Mars and it wouldn't be far enough. And for me it's a day+ drive either way, or a 2 hour flight either way. __________________ Black FC: 2537-3042-2350 VGC2012 Analysis: Slowbro (Uploaded) Last edited by Sprocket; Apr 12th, 2012 at 11:37:51 AM.

Jan 6th, 2012, 5:26:25 PM	#2
ultimatedra Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 636 Salt Lake City,UT	The Utah Rogues will be there in full force! 15+ going down for VGC alone, another 20 for both TCG & VGC. reppin' the masters here!

Jan 15th, 2012, 4:23:55 PM	#4
commi$$ioner Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 312 St. Louis	Might make it out here.

Feb 3rd, 2012, 12:24:08 AM	#5
TheAshAttacks Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 89 Colorado Springs, CO	Going to compete in the master division.

Feb 12th, 2012, 2:37:30 PM	#6
CodyBernheisel Join Date: Feb 2012 Posts: 6	Im attending as a Senior also :3

Mar 11th, 2012, 4:15:40 PM	#8
josetron Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 21	ill be sending live updates for this event my twitter account is josebriceno11 good luck to all trainers

Apr 5th, 2012, 5:30:37 PM	#9
Seby Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 3 North America	I'll be attending. Masters Division. This is my first time going to something like this, I hope I fair... decently enough.

Apr 12th, 2012, 11:36:01 AM	#13
Dozz Has anyone in this family ever seen a chicken? Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 523 England	I'm actually shocked at how few people are going to this regional. Maybe there's a massive non-smogon contingent going. Who knows? Oh well. Best of luck to anyone at this one. Looks like you'll be getting an early dinner for sure... __________________

Apr 12th, 2012, 11:38:43 AM	#14
Sprocket Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 1,494 Phoenix, AZ	I'm hoping next year's mountain west regional is in Phoenix again! __________________ Black FC: 2537-3042-2350 VGC2012 Analysis: Slowbro (Uploaded)

Apr 12th, 2012, 6:00:06 PM	#15
LampShade0wns Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 95 Denver	Ill be there!

Apr 13th, 2012, 4:12:47 PM	#17
TheAshAttacks Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 89 Colorado Springs, CO	Well I'm looking forward to a few easy rounds of play then.

Apr 13th, 2012, 5:49:53 PM	#18
josetron Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 21	hi in denver colorado :)

Apr 13th, 2012, 6:52:30 PM	#19
Sprocket Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 1,494 Phoenix, AZ	Made it to Colorado springs without incident, other than an unruly passenger on the plane that got a "talking to" from the Feds. I saw quite a few Pokemon people at Phoenix-Mesa airport, no idea if they're Smogonites or not though. Look for me with my Legend of Zelda stuff on Sunday! __________________ Black FC: 2537-3042-2350 VGC2012 Analysis: Slowbro (Uploaded)

Apr 14th, 2012, 1:11:58 AM	#20
ultimatedra Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 636 Salt Lake City,UT	Just talked with the PTO for the event and he said that he didn't advertize anywhere because players SHOULD just go to pokemon.com and thats it. And THAT is why there is such a low turnout - because some PTO's just don't feel like advertizing on other sites. Good luck everybody!

Apr 14th, 2012, 10:40:44 AM	#21
Sprocket Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 1,494 Phoenix, AZ	LOTs of Junior TCG players here. So far seen maybe 1 VGC player but they might just be in hiding until tomorrow. __________________ Black FC: 2537-3042-2350 VGC2012 Analysis: Slowbro (Uploaded)

Apr 14th, 2012, 11:10:56 PM	#22
Sprocket Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 1,494 Phoenix, AZ	Not too many VGCers showdown up during the TCG tourney, but a good number did, including a few fellow Smogonites. For the persistent, you could get some practice rounds in between TCG rounds. It amazes me how many people showed up and DIDN'T bring their DS! I mean seriously, who besides parents goes to a Pokemon tourney and not bring Pokemon (VG, TCG or otherwise)? All signs still point to this being the smallest VGC Regional. We may only just have enough players for a top 16 in Masters, but who knows how many people will actually show up tomorrow morning. __________________ Black FC: 2537-3042-2350 VGC2012 Analysis: Slowbro (Uploaded)

Apr 14th, 2012, 11:18:13 PM	#23
Cybertron Stay classy. Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 2,923	Don't forget there's no Top Cut.

Apr 14th, 2012, 11:21:58 PM	#24
Sprocket Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 1,494 Phoenix, AZ	True, cybertron. TCG did though, even for their juniors division which had ~26. Depending how many or few show up, this tourney might be over before lunch :( __________________ Black FC: 2537-3042-2350 VGC2012 Analysis: Slowbro (Uploaded)

Apr 15th, 2012, 12:37:28 AM	#25
avalanche3387 Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 84	If it helps any, I'm dragging my brother along tomorrow. I think we are both in the master's division (birth years are 91 and 94) so please correct me if I'm wrong. I'm looking forward to this so yeah, hope I do decently well.