Approved by AM and Reverb
What's good guys? I've decided to start this project because it appeals to the competitive aspect of the game. All of us are eager to prove our skills, and this project is going to do just that.
How does this work?
The first stage will be a 2 week tournament where everyone battles each other ONCE. I'll be keeping track of scores in a spreadsheet, +1 for winning, -1 for losing. I'll also factor in W/L ratios if the situation arises. The top 4 at the end of the period given are our E4. Then from thereon, the first challenger to beat the four straight in a row is our champion, and it basically works like the Pokemon League in-game. Challengers can use any team they wish and can only challenge one Elite Four at any time. Challengers can change teams between challenging members of the E4
Rules
Identity
When battling for tournament matches, please use an alt which is the same as/similar to your Forum name. For example, my forum name is Analytic, where as on PS I'm Analytical. That is acceptable, but please try to keep your names at least similar. If I hear about people playing for others or claiming to be someone they are not, I will not hesitate to ban people from these tours.
Scouting
Next, I do not want to hear anything about counterteaming, at all. Do not complain about it. I also don't want to hear about any blatant scouting. There is a difference between "[user] is known for using stall" and "let me follow [user] around all day to watch all his battles since I am his opponent". I expect a lot of the former and none of the latter. With that said, I give permission to all battlers to ask any person spectating their battle to leave if they do not want them watching. This being said, knowing what your opponent is going to use by studying their playstyle through replays is not against the rules, and is common practice in tournaments.
Timer Clause
Timer is not mandatory in matches, so it is ultimately up to the discretion of you and your opponent whether you choose to use it. However, I don't want to hear anyone complaining about losing to timeout. In the end, the timer is part of the game, and if you cannot pick your moves within 5 minutes, then that is your problem. However, you should also be courteous and let your opponent take their time with their moves. In any tour, it is important to make sure you think your moves through completely. So don't be afraid to take your time. Time stalling will not be tolerated, so agree to not be an hour-a-move fuckboys(shoutouts Finchinator) and you'll should be good.
Disconnections
Disconnections are something that sometimes just happen, and there's nothing you can do about it. In the event of a disconnect, the decision is in the hands of the player who did not disconnect. They can do one of three things: replay with the same moves, replay with different teams, or take the win. Taking the win can only be done if the winner of the match was absolutely assured outside of extreme hax. If you wish to take the win, send me a replay of the match and I can decide whether the win was deserved or not. While disconnects are simply a part of online competition, please try your best to create a situation where there is as little of a chance to disconnect as possible (ie, don't play on your smartphone in the middle of the woods and you should be fine). If your opponent disconnects and then changes their team, and you have good reason to believe they did so, send me replays of the original match and the rematch and I will make the final call.
Ghosting
I don't want any drama about hearing that, "Oh he was ghosted by person x and that's why he won." Keep it fair guys, it's just a fun tournament, that's all.
Battle Clauses:
Evasion Clause
OHKO Clause
Sleep Clause
Species Clause
Timed Battle
Team Preview
Baton Pass Clause
Battles should take place on Pokemon Showdown! unless both players agree otherwise. Other servers like Smogtours, Frost, and Battle Tower are also acceptable.
Standard ORAS OU. Refer to this page for more information on usable Pokemon. Please note that these tours will have gimmicks, but unless something is specified, standard OU rules apply.
Scheduling
I have set up an #irc channel named "#ouleague". Scheduling can be done via here or via VMs.
Participants for E4:
How does this work?
The first stage will be a 2 week tournament where everyone battles each other ONCE. I'll be keeping track of scores in a spreadsheet, +1 for winning, -1 for losing. I'll also factor in W/L ratios if the situation arises. The top 4 at the end of the period given are our E4. Then from thereon, the first challenger to beat the four straight in a row is our champion, and it basically works like the Pokemon League in-game. Challengers can use any team they wish and can only challenge one Elite Four at any time. Challengers can change teams between challenging members of the E4
Rules
Identity
When battling for tournament matches, please use an alt which is the same as/similar to your Forum name. For example, my forum name is Analytic, where as on PS I'm Analytical. That is acceptable, but please try to keep your names at least similar. If I hear about people playing for others or claiming to be someone they are not, I will not hesitate to ban people from these tours.
Scouting
Next, I do not want to hear anything about counterteaming, at all. Do not complain about it. I also don't want to hear about any blatant scouting. There is a difference between "[user] is known for using stall" and "let me follow [user] around all day to watch all his battles since I am his opponent". I expect a lot of the former and none of the latter. With that said, I give permission to all battlers to ask any person spectating their battle to leave if they do not want them watching. This being said, knowing what your opponent is going to use by studying their playstyle through replays is not against the rules, and is common practice in tournaments.
Timer Clause
Timer is not mandatory in matches, so it is ultimately up to the discretion of you and your opponent whether you choose to use it. However, I don't want to hear anyone complaining about losing to timeout. In the end, the timer is part of the game, and if you cannot pick your moves within 5 minutes, then that is your problem. However, you should also be courteous and let your opponent take their time with their moves. In any tour, it is important to make sure you think your moves through completely. So don't be afraid to take your time. Time stalling will not be tolerated, so agree to not be an hour-a-move fuckboys(shoutouts Finchinator) and you'll should be good.
Disconnections
Disconnections are something that sometimes just happen, and there's nothing you can do about it. In the event of a disconnect, the decision is in the hands of the player who did not disconnect. They can do one of three things: replay with the same moves, replay with different teams, or take the win. Taking the win can only be done if the winner of the match was absolutely assured outside of extreme hax. If you wish to take the win, send me a replay of the match and I can decide whether the win was deserved or not. While disconnects are simply a part of online competition, please try your best to create a situation where there is as little of a chance to disconnect as possible (ie, don't play on your smartphone in the middle of the woods and you should be fine). If your opponent disconnects and then changes their team, and you have good reason to believe they did so, send me replays of the original match and the rematch and I will make the final call.
Ghosting
I don't want any drama about hearing that, "Oh he was ghosted by person x and that's why he won." Keep it fair guys, it's just a fun tournament, that's all.
Battle Clauses:
Evasion Clause
OHKO Clause
Sleep Clause
Species Clause
Timed Battle
Team Preview
Baton Pass Clause
Battles should take place on Pokemon Showdown! unless both players agree otherwise. Other servers like Smogtours, Frost, and Battle Tower are also acceptable.
Standard ORAS OU. Refer to this page for more information on usable Pokemon. Please note that these tours will have gimmicks, but unless something is specified, standard OU rules apply.
Scheduling
I have set up an #irc channel named "#ouleague". Scheduling can be done via here or via VMs.
Participants for E4:
Littlelucario
Get this Money
Redmaxx
Praj.pran
Hey yal
Fookmi
Team Pokepals
Reignited Light
Threads200
Always
Anduril
0kay
Ssjjynx
Omastar
--Clone--
Regnite
Scotti
Flegummlf
ZanBakuresh
Zamrock
Ranger Mike
Rhythms
Ary
AM
Snowy
Oml it's too ez
AD Impish John
Ampd302
Scald
Teamsnickers
Zepherox
Estralita
TUO
ForgottenOnes
Quagback2qc
Vertex
Septicus
HenryHenry
Reisuke
Teclis
TraceOfLife
Teremiare
PikachuCandy
AGuyWithPants
DoABarellRoll
Master Sunny EX
Hjwang
4Jonny2
Shatruce2
Decision Makers
OGBattler
Eon lights
WECAMEASROMANS
Luigi.
LetMeShine-
Obliviate
Luispeikou
Sedertz
Halcyon.
Rob
RickyGao
EdwardElric
Max Carvalho
Paynes
Ox The Fox
Charilax Blastler
-Snow
Bro Kappa
Get this Money
Redmaxx
Praj.pran
Hey yal
Fookmi
Team Pokepals
Reignited Light
Threads200
Always
Anduril
0kay
Ssjjynx
Omastar
--Clone--
Regnite
Scotti
Flegummlf
ZanBakuresh
Zamrock
Ranger Mike
Rhythms
Ary
AM
Snowy
Oml it's too ez
AD Impish John
Ampd302
Scald
Teamsnickers
Zepherox
Estralita
TUO
ForgottenOnes
Quagback2qc
Vertex
Septicus
HenryHenry
Reisuke
Teclis
TraceOfLife
Teremiare
PikachuCandy
AGuyWithPants
DoABarellRoll
Master Sunny EX
Hjwang
4Jonny2
Shatruce2
Decision Makers
OGBattler
Eon lights
WECAMEASROMANS
Luigi.
LetMeShine-
Obliviate
Luispeikou
Sedertz
Halcyon.
Rob
RickyGao
EdwardElric
Max Carvalho
Paynes
Ox The Fox
Charilax Blastler
-Snow
Bro Kappa
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