Nats and dress codes
We thoroughly enjoyed the location for Nat's. There was plenty of space, eateries, hotels and other activities to partake in other then Pokemon...no it's not Origins but it was still nice for a change. My only slops would be towards the time it took in between rounds to get masters up and going - but considering the number of players I'm sure it could have been worse. Overall, props!
Regarding female "dress codes" - I myself are proud to say I'm a college educated, professional career holding, Pokemon player, professor and co-league leader and a stepmom to three boys ranging in age 8-16 and did I mention I'm under the age of 30? Whether I rock a paperbag or a cocktail dress people are going to talk. It's not because what I'm wearing, it's because I'm confident and secure. Many people choose clothing as a medium of self expression...it's a god given freedom. Why should anyone feel they have to repress themselves for the sake of a few people? Look at the media, kids shows, video games, movies it's everywhere - even Hannah Montana isn't soo wholesome!!
Trying to hide kids away from reality of modern society isn't going to solve anything, in fact it most likely will backfire. We should educate children from an early age to respect themselves and others along with teaching them tolerance and diversity. Encouraging kids to be unique individuals and expressing themselves creatively is far more productive then keeping them sheltered.
Furthermore, this game may be marketed to kids but lets face it a majority of players attending Pokemon tourney's are ADULTS...so my advice if you don't like something you see, don't look or better yet, do something proactive about yourself so you feel great about being you...stop judging others, leave that up to a higher power.:thumb: