Virginia's 2011-2012 City Championships!

[totoro]

Fresh off of regionals, here are your VA CC dates and locations:

Dec 3 Charlottesville 11 AM
Location: C'ville's Hobbies, Games, and Toys
243 Ridge McIntire Rd
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Reg time: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Dec 10 Fairfax 10AM (yes, there will be preregistration online at Virginia Pokémon (http://sites.google.com/site/virginiapokemon) Preregistration will go LIVE approximately 2 weeks prior to the event date.)
Location: Hobby Works
Fair City Mall
9650 Main St
Fairfax, VA 22031
Registration time: 10:00 AM-10:45 AM

Dec 11 Warsaw 10 AM TO Owlie North is running this one!!
Location: Anna's Pizza
53 Gordon Lane
Warsaw, VA 22572
Registration time: 10:00am-10:45am

Dec 11 Roanoke (See Jeff's thread for details--I believe he is starting at noon)

Dec 17 Richmond 10 AM
Location: Collector's Heaven
6112 Lakeside Ave
Richmond, VA 23228
Registration time: 10:00am-10:45am
Preregister by calling the store at 804-673-1127

Jan 7 Warrenton 10 AM
Location: Hobbies, Etc
Warrenton Center
251 W. Lee Highway, Suite 699
Warrenton, VA 20186
Registration time: 10:00am-10:45am

Jan 14 Harrisonburg 10 AM
Location: Blue Ridge Events Hall
1 Pleasant Valley Rd
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Registration time: 11:00am-11:30am

The Microtel next door is offering a room rate of $70.00 for a suite or $65.00 for a double. Phone:1-540-437-3777


Booster Prizes include 18 packs for 1st, 10 packs for 2nd, 4 packs for 3rd, and 4 packs for 4th!!

[ninetales1234]

Let's do this! Count me in for Fairfax!

[Glaceon]

Coming to Warrenton and Fairfax.

When will preregistration be up?

[Sandslash7]

That is right after my semester ends, so I definitely think I'll show up for the Richmond Cities!!!

[PokeMedic]

See you at the Jefferson Gym.

[ninetales1234]

Just a few hours till preregistration...

[totoro]

Charlottesville is all set for next Saturday (that's the "Jefferson Gym" to the locals) and preregistration is up and ready to roll for Fairfax the following Saturday. Who's ready for City Championships????

[Rogue Archetype]

David, I hope you enjoyed some time with the family without stressing about getting a venue ready for a tournament.

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Now... LET'S GO CITY CHAMPIONSHIPS!!! wwwoooott!!

[Trican]

I'm ready for some CC I have some tasty desserts to bring

[totoro]

boo, ice cream is sooo predictable!! :wink:

[Trican]

But it's not a lie!
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[totoro]

If attendance in Cville today exceeds 40 players, I do have a very nice "mint in package" Japanese deckbox that will be given away!!! Good Luck!

[SuperWooper]

I'll be at Fairfax. Can't wait to play this format.

[Sandslash7]

Woot for GhettoOverlord winning C'ville! Way to represent RVA! (don't know what deck he was running however)

[totoro]

Nate (he's Kibble N Bits now) won with Tyram. Kudos to him and Alexandra for having great days!!

[Kibble N Bits]

yeah i changed my name a while ago cause i forgot the password lol. i feel kinda bad cause i got SUPER lucky in my top 4 and finals match

[Kibble N Bits]

are we going to have enough chairs in fairfax? i personally liked the if you dont win you dont get to sit mentality lol

[the cheating bidoof]

it says reg. for fairfax is from 10-1030 on the website but here it says 10-1045. which is it?

[Glaceon]

are we going to have enough chairs in fairfax? i personally liked the if you dont win you dont get to sit mentality lol

Ugh yes please bring more chairs. Or should I just bring a chair because even if there are extras seniors have to sit?

[the cheating bidoof]

Im bringing my own chair and carrying it around

[Glaceon]

Ok I will too. Whats the meta? (for Seniors)

[Kibble N Bits]

Ugh yes please bring more chairs. Or should I just bring a chair because even if there are extras seniors have to sit?

can i take a moment to point out that it was unfair that seniors and juniors got to sit regardless of W/L record. i realize there was no other option, and have no suggestions, i do however wish to complain about it lol

[totoro]

it says reg. for fairfax is from 10-1030 on the website but here it says 10-1045. which is it?
If you have preregistered, you won't lose your spot unless you are still a no-show at 10:45.

[ShadowCard]

Im bringing my own chair and carrying it around
Please understand that bringing a chair is not "buying" your way into the event. You are allowing the chair to be used for the event, not for your own personal games. Bringing a chair may mean you have a chair to sit in if you end up in an area where chairs would otherwise not be, but it does not necessarily mean that you yourself will be using it.

At the moment, it does not look like additional chairs will be needed. That may change if the preregistration list gets up into the 70s.

If you would like to help us by bringing a chair, we ask that the chairs be metal folding chairs, not "lawn chair" style. Thanks to everyone who is able to bring a chair :thumb:

[Glaceon]

Please understand that bringing a chair is not "buying" your way into the event. You are allowing the chair to be used for the event, not for your own personal games. Bringing a chair may mean you have a chair to sit in if you end up in an area where chairs would otherwise not be, but it does not necessarily mean that you yourself will be using it.


I was informed by the judge at Battle Roads that this was allowed, so if I bring a chair because it belongs to me I will be the only one using it.

[totoro]

"The judge" at Fairfax does not set policy for the venue. Nor do I for that matter. ShadowCard is the venue rep and it is he who sets Hobby Works policy. The store is gracious enough to host us. We are their guest and do not tell them what to do. If you expect to tote your chair around table to table throughout the day, sorry, no, that will be too disruptive given the limited space in-store. Exceptions of course are made for special cases (medical situations, etc)

[crobat]

"The judge" at Fairfax does not set policy for the venue. Nor do I for that matter. ShadowCard is the venue rep and it is he who sets Hobby Works policy. The store is gracious enough to host us. We are their guest and do not tell them what to do. If you expect to tote your chair around table to table throughout the day, sorry, no, that will be too disruptive given the limited space in-store. Exceptions of course are made for special cases (medical situations, etc)

As head judge on the day. let me back up what David is saying here. We have an obligation not only to store to run the event by their "rules" as hosts, but to the other players as well to keep the event running smoothly. Some one dragging their chair around all day is disruptive to the event. We'll make an announcement early on, but penalties can and will be issued to any one not complying with instructions and disrupting the event, per the penalty guide lines. See a copy of the pertinent section below, The failure to comply line applies here.

Examples of Unsporting Conduct: Major include:
 Leaving a large amount of garbage in the tournament area.
 Failure to comply with the instructions of the event staff.
 Engaging in gamesmanship/rules lawyering.
 Attempting to manipulate a match through intimidation or distraction.
 Refusal to sign a match slip.
 Making legal plays which have no effect on the game in progress to manipulate the time remaining in a match.
 Playing slowly to manipulate the time remaining in a match.

I would just rather clear the air and back up what David has said before the tournament starts. So have fun, but I would rather you know up front that there can be consequences to not complying with staff instructions. Thanks and good luck to all the players.:thumb:

[cullenmon]

I'm afraid I'll be taking on the Roanoke chapter tomorrow, hopefully bringing the gold home
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So good luck to everyone in Warsaw!
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[OwlieNorth]

We'll be ready for the players that show up in Warsaw. (No extra chairs needed.)

And congrats to Mike Pramawat for winning Fairfax CC MA Division! :thumb: 73 players, whew!

Last, Richmond CC @ Collector's Heaven is limited to 60 players. Please call the store @ 804-673-1127 to preregister, tell 'em Tim told ya to call. (Store is closed Monday.)

[totoro]

We'll be ready for the players that show up in Warsaw. (No extra chairs needed.)

And congrats to Mike Pramawat for winning Fairfax CC MA Division! :thumb: 71 73 players, whew!

Last, Richmond Comics Collector's Heaven (next Saturday) is limited to 60 players. Please call the store @ 804-673-1127 to preregister, tell 'em Tim told ya to call. (Store is closed Monday.)

Corrected for ya, Owlie!!
Great turnout today. If I'm awake, I might play tomorrow at Warsaw!

[OwlieNorth]

Warsaw CC results-

JUNIORS (8):
1 Jonathan C
2 Mark D
3 Anthony N
4 Jalen J

SENIORS (18)
1 Everett A
2 Henry R
3 Tommy B
4 Stephen B

MASTERS (8):
1 Chris M
2 Nate B
3 Javier S
4 Johnny R

Thanks to everyone for coming out, especially the Charlottesville parents and players! :smile: Congratulations to the winners!

[totoro]

Don't forget: If you plan on coming to Collector's Heaven in Richmond on Saturday, please call the store to preregister!

Edit:
Congratulations to our winners today in Richmond:
J) Jonathan C
S) Matt R
M) Alexandra H (8-1) way to take down "the boys" Alexandra!!
attendance 58 at a store that can stuff 60. Where were 2 of you! :lol:

[PokeMedic]

Charlottesville Junior takes 1st place in 3 cities events? :cool:

[Arks Arcanum]

Don't forget: If you plan on coming to Collector's Heaven in Richmond on Saturday, please call the store to preregister!

Edit:
Congratulations to our winners today in Richmond:
J) Jonathan C
S) Matt R
M) Alexandra H (8-1) way to take down "the boys" Alexandra!!
attendance 58 at a store that can stuff 60. Where were 2 of you! :lol:

Jav and I had to work :(

[Rogue Archetype]

Way to GO Luke and Pram !

Reppin' VA @ Flordia Marathon!

http://pokegym.net/forums/showthread.php?t=158675

[totoro]

Johnny R has a 1st and a 2nd at the GA marathon, too!!

[Rogue Archetype]

and all THIS... is coming home war-tested just in time for Warrenton ? ... whew... *shivers*

[Lucario EX]

You guys are never going to guess what I'm playing at Warrenton.

[totoro]

Please refer to post #1. Harrisonburg's store has cancelled for the 14th. Please hold while we look for an alternate site.

[PokeMedic]

You guys are never going to guess what I'm playing at Warrenton.

$5 says it has 4 full-art Ns in it.

[cullenmon]

Any update on Harrisonburg? I'm seriously bummed by this since it's on this side of the state
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[totoro]

Cullen, as soon as we find something, I'll let you know. Does a Next Destinies Prerelease in Charlottesville help? :wink:

[cullenmon]

It would be great, but still hurts. Really banking on that last cities. Bring it to Lynchburg, I'll rent out an entire building for it! I wish we had a shop that wasn't junk or was owned by magic players
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This place that canceled isn't the same place we played last cities is it?
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[Crazar]

I'm working as fast as I can... :( And yes, Cullen, it was the same place last cities was held here.....and the owners here are more into Magic and Yu-go-oh than into Pokemon.... :(

[cullenmon]

What's the requirement for a venue for Cities?
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[totoro]

Pretty much any facility that is open to the public works. The marathon folks have been wonderfully creative with their venues. But, as Crazar has said, I'll post good news tomorrow. It looks like we do have a new venue in Harrisonburg thanks to the Angersteins!

[cullenmon]

YES !!!! Great job guys!!!
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[totoro]

Note info added to post 1. Harrisonburg is back! (Note start time of 11) Warrenton is this coming Saturday with a registration start time of 10.

[SpTrainer]

Note info added to post 1. Harrisonburg is back! (Note start time of 11) Warrenton is this coming Saturday with a registration start time of 10.

Awesome! I was starting to worry that there would be no harrisonburg lol.
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[Glaceon]

What is the Seniors meta in Warrenton? TyRam and EelZone infested still? 6 Corners and Truth now? Thanks.

[cullenmon]

So so so so pumped for Harrisonburg. Thanks to those who got it back up and running
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[Rogue Archetype]

It was SO GOOD to sit at a table as a player again.

Warrenton today = 6 rounds .... top cut to 8 (Masters)

Let me tell you something.
I played 6 rounds and absolutely enjoyed every opponent.

Everyone I played was jovial, friendly, and good spirited. That was a much needed episode of unexpected pleasantry.

I hope that my opponents enjoyed my company as much as I enjoyed theirs.

PROPS:


Record-breaking attendance at Warrenton.
Luke Reed taking me aside and giving me tips on better ways to play my deck ( that was priceless and much appreciated man.. thanks!)
Michael Pramawat seeing me miss my "always going to time" in round 6 by 10 seconds and telling me "you should've slow rolled it by freezing like you had a spontaneous seizure... and when time was called, hold up your arms and celebrate making-it-to-time as being a Personal Triumph!" (ahahahahahahahhahahahaaAHAHAHAHAHAHAH!!!!)
ALMOST getting matched up vs. Helen (whom I haven't gotten to play against since Legend's Awakened was released ...)
Meeting another great PokeDad in round 4 (Steven?)
David keepin' it cracka-lackin' even with the wall-to-wall attendance.
The judges doing their thing without any issues (that were noticable).
The Warrenton Location (Panera, Chipotle, Tropical SMoothie.. OH MY!)
The gorgeous sunny 66 degree weather in JANUARY ??!?! (HOLLA!)
FINALLY GETTING TO PLAY in a premier tournament (that wasn't a pre-release).


SLOPS:

Tails .... Tails ... Tails ... (junk arm) ... Tails... (Junk Arm) .. tails... r e a l l y ?

[totoro]

I expected 40-45 players today, so needless to say I was thrilled at the turnout of 61!! RA, you are completely correct about this great player base.. Due to the holidays, it had been several weeks since I've run a CC. It is such a blast (kara) to get back into the swing of things and run events for such an amazing group of players! You guys rock! Thanks for the gift, too, guys. It means the world to me that I am appreciated! :thumb:

[Glaceon]

Did Durant win in Seniors? If not who did?

[SpTrainer]

Does anyone have results for the Masters division?

[SuperWooper]

Did Durant win in Seniors? If not who did?

Dean won with Typhlo.

[totoro]

Does anyone have results for the Masters division?

t4: 3 tyrams and Arron S with EelZone. Eel wins. Nuff said.

[cullenmon]

So we got any idea for early turn out this Sat?
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[cullenmon]

So how'd it all turn out yesterday in Harrisonburg?
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[totoro]

Bryan Z (Chandy Beach) in masters. Thanks to everyone for coming out!! I've never had two back to back 60+ City Championships, and it was AWESOME!! A Big thanks to the Angersteins for setting up this final CC venue, and Marthe for filling in for Tim who was going to fill in for Marthe... (yeah, it's confusing)