Whos going to Nats 07?

[Tank68]

We all are FORESURE! I think were going the weekend before hand to catch a St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game. The kids cant wait for this! This will be my 1st time going so Im looking forward to going also! Just 5 months & some change! WOOHOO :thumb:

~Melissa~

[ShawofMordor]

Booked my tickets yesterday, got my badge awhile ago.

[TheDarkTwins]

Booked my tickets yesterday, got my badge awhile ago.

I have booked my Badge and Room, Flight to come soon.
Drew

[The Gorn]

My daughter (Caitlin) and I are there. Rooms, badges, and flights all done.

Arriving Wednesday, returning Monday.

[Tank68]

Also, will any of you have any way of recognizing you as to who you are on the boards here? Were trying to get shirts made to have our Gym S.N. ont hem, if I can ever remember to get around to it! I would love to put a face with a name!

~Melissa~

[Lucario EX]

The only way I'll be there is if I win 1st or 2nd at States and that is probably not gonna happen so just assume I won't be there.

[Tank68]

Sorry Lucario EX, would ya like for me to get you some Origins Dice? Or some sort of souvy since you cant make it?:eek: I would be happy too!

~Melissa~

[chriscobi634]

I will be there. i'm 99.9% sure.

[mumsascrappa]

I've been looking into it. We could possibly drive there from New Hampshire, depending on time frame etc. We need to get through the next few weeks first, and then see if plans can come through for this! I would SO love to provide my son with this as a surprise trip for his 13th birthday which is on July 12th. He most likely won't have enough of a rating to "earn" his way to an invite to Worlds...but with the prize pack at States....who knows, it might help him get to Ohio???

Anyone who has been there, have any pros/cons to staying certain places etc.??

Proximity to places to eat?? etc. etc.

[meganium45]

Gotsta be there. Title to defend, (3rd in the Professor Cup)...hopefully someday I will be man enough to "Steve P" someone myself!

Always greatful for that class move!

Vince

[The Gorn]

I've been looking into it. We could possibly drive there from New Hampshire, depending on time frame etc. We need to get through the next few weeks first, and then see if plans can come through for this! I would SO love to provide my son with this as a surprise trip for his 13th birthday which is on July 12th. He most likely won't have enough of a rating to "earn" his way to an invite to Worlds...but with the prize pack at States....who knows, it might help him get to Ohio???

Anyone who has been there, have any pros/cons to staying certain places etc.??

Proximity to places to eat?? etc. etc.

Eating isn't a problem. Lots of places nearby (as well as food, albeit expensive, in the Convention Center itself).

Where to stay? The Hyatt is attached, Hampton Inn is just across the street, and the Crowne Plaza, Drury Inn, and Red Roof Inn are right nearby. Maybe the Courtyard is walking distance as well. Beyond that, expect to drive.

Go to http://www.originsgames.com for details about Origins.

Go to http://origins.guide.home.att.net/Origins2k6/ for the Unofficial Origins Survival Guide.

As much fun as it is to play the Pokeman, you owe it to yourself to try some of the other games there. A great opportunity to try new things.

[mumsascrappa]

Thanks for the information posted above with the websites! I'll look further!

[LittleGreenBoxes]

we already got david a badge so i HOPE we're going ;P Me or Jonathan (my brother) are probably going to win a states (it's not for sure though) so we'll most likely be there. =)

[Magnechu]

We (my mom, two brothers and I) are going; got our bagdes and hotel room all set up. =D

[ChristianOrtiz]

we (as in me and Blastoise-shellshocker) got our stuff set up also just need to book the flight.=P

[JasonTran]

I have a question. Why alot of people already book their flight and room already. This year national going to be invited only right ? So if you dont win and you already did all those stuff such as buying badge etc.... then what going to happen if you dont get to go?


Thank for helping
JT

[SD PokeMom]

I have a question. Why alot of people already book their flight and room already. This year national going to be invited only right ? So if you dont win and you already did all those stuff such as buying badge etc.... then what going to happen if you dont get to go?
Nope: US Nationals is open to whoever would like to play. The tournament itself is free, though you have to purchase a badge for entry into the Origins Game Fair which is where the tourney will take place.

'mom

[hitmonchan93]

Most likely I'm going with or without trip money/badge.

[HornetsBasketballFan]

If I win states

[Miamisportsfan45]

If I win states

Agreed. Thats how im hoping to get there.

[JasonTran]

thank my brain just open another chapter of my life. Must win state!!!!!!!!

[Papi/Manny]

First time ever!! This will rock! C ya all there

[Bolt]

This is gonna be my first time there, too :O

[Ryomota]

I may be going (the best thing about OH pokemon), but I still need to pay for my dad's badge though.
If I'm lucky, I will win states(lol!) and I will only have to pay for my dad's badge. And anyone who remembers me from when I was a regular here, I AM BACK!

[ShadowTogetic]

Yea, I'm not taking summer courses in session I this time. I'm in

[Shellshock929]

MK, I'm still working on getting a room. I will let you and Josef know when I get it.

[Bolt]

We got one already, thanks tho

[Heatherdu]

We (2 Jr. Div sons and Mom and Dad) live in a suburb of Columbus so we are going to be there. Last year was our first time and only our second tournament. What an awesome experience! Got our badges and the kids keep checking the calendar!

[Professor Elm]

hmm.
What is the average price per person to go to nats?
I have been saving up quite a bit of money but am curious how cheap I will be able to go. (also, my mom has some free Southwest flights that I can prolly use which would prolly reduce the cost of the trip by a WHOLE lot)

[ninetales1234]

I asked for the day off from work a few weeks ago (I do not do this often!)
Sign my pledge if you're going
http://www.pledgebank.com/usnats2007
http://www.pledgebank.com/pokemon2007

The secret got spilled last Sunday that I have been planning on going to Nationals even if my pledge fails. Please still look at the pledge anyway, and sign, for the purposes of those who are still sitting on the fence.

[CyberManectric]

I'm planning on going. The only thing I need to do is purchase plane tickets then I'm good to go.

[Professor Elm]

I just won States and got my $300 travel allowance so HOPEFULLY I will be there.

[DukeFireBird]

Dukes going for sure, got my room at the Crowne, and my flight purchased!!!

[ethan_reynolds2001]

how much is the badge anyway??
thanks

[Papi/Manny]

$50 each

[Vegeta ss4]

I might be going to this, Colin said he could take me to it but I do not know how much money I would need.
Also do I need to have the badge in order to participate in the national tournament?

[SD PokeMom]

Also do I need to have the badge in order to participate in the national tournament?
Yes: you have to have the badge to get into the convention center.

'mom

[jkwarrior]

After winning OK states, I'm definitely going to nationals!!!

[Prime]

how much is the badge anyway??
thanks

If you show up, day of, and try to buy a badge, it will be $70 instead of $50.

[Mystery Thing]

I'll be there, but I won't be playing.

Yay Canadian :)

[Lakak]

I have that 4 day pass or whatever for Origins, and my bro probally has the 300$ voucher so...we'll be there ;-)

[GaaRa]

i finally won a freaking states i'm gonna go yayy ... hope theres some hotties playing pokemon in ohio woot woot lol

[Hot_Carl]

Making my first nats appearance in my 3rd season of playing. Can't wait to see everyone again. :D

(Bring Sharpies!!)

[secretsof2113]

I want to go. Just have to come up with the money for a badge and gas to get me there. Luckily it's a short drive for me.