2007-2008 Battle Road Spring FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Information is subject to change: Last updated [3/25/2008]

What are the Pokémon TCG Battle Road Spring tournaments?

The Pokémon TCG Battle Road Spring tournaments are where players in each of the three POP-recognized age divisions can work on their Premier Ratings, potentially earning a trip to the 2008 World Championships! Results of the Battle Road tournaments count toward your Premier Rating!

Battle Road tournaments are operated by independent Tournament Organizers across North America.

To find times and locations of Battle Road events in your area, click here.

When are the Pokémon TCG Battle Road Spring tournaments?

The Pokémon TCG Battle Road Spring tournaments will take place from May 24th through June 15th.  International Battle Road events will take place throughout the month of April. Stay tuned for information about Battle Road Spring tournaments in your area.

Remember, while we frequently update our events schedule, we recommend that you contact the local Tournament Organizer to confirm event schedule information.

How much does the event cost?

All Pokémon Organized Play Premier events in North America are FREE! That’s right—there is no admission fee for Battle Road tournaments! Get your decks tuned up, and get down to your local Battle Road location for your first shot at this free event! Organizers may charge for side events run at these tournaments.

What is the tournament structure?

The tournament is run using the Modified Constructed Format and Age Modified Swiss pairings. If attendance is appropriate, some Tournament Organizers may choose to run straight Swiss pairings. See the Pokémon Tournament Rules for information about the Modified Format and Swiss. The number of Swiss rounds run will depend on total attendance at the event.

The sets legal in the Modified Format have recently been updated.  Please make sure you’re ready with a legal deck by reviewing the legal sets for the Modified Format here.

The Battle Road series will have a K-Value of 8. For more information on how the K-Value affects your Premier Rating, please see the Ratings and Rankings FAQ.

What are the prizes?

Prizes are awarded to the top 2 players in each age division.

Our divisions are:

Junior Division: Born in 1997 or later

Senior Division: Born in 1993, 1994, 1995, or 1996

Masters Division: Born in 1992 or earlier

The top 2 finishers in each of the three age divisions will receive the following prizes:

1 ^st Place

• 8 Pokémon TCG booster packs.
• A Victory Medal—Gold promo card

2 ^nd Place

• 4 Pokémon TCG booster packs.

What do I need to know?

• Bring your POP ID, if you have one. If you don't have a POP ID, one will be given to you at the event.
• See the Pokémon Tournament Rules for more information about what to bring to an event.
• Make sure you arrive on time. If you are late for registration, you may not be able to play in the event.
• To participate in the event, you must be a player in good standing and abide by the Tournament Rules.
• See the legal notices for certain eligibility requirements and other information concerning limitations on Pokémon USA Inc.’s liability.

What happens after the tournament?

After the tournament ends, the Tournament Organizer will submit the tournament results to Pokémon USA, Inc. Pokémon, which sanctions the tournaments, will determine player rankings. Pokémon Organized Play reserves the right to remove the Premier Event status of any event that is not run in accordance with Premier Event policies.

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