Frequently Asked Questions
What are Pokémon TCG: Platinum-Arceus Prerelease tournaments?
Pokémon TCG: Platinum-Arceus Prerelease tournaments allow players to receive and play with cards from the upcoming Platinum-Arceus expansion up to two weeks prior to the official release date of the set!
Participation prizes are awarded to all finishers in each of three age divisions (Junior, Senior, and Masters).
How much does the event cost?
Tournament Organizers charge a minimum $25 fee for these events.
The admission charge provides you with 6 booster packs of Pokémon TCG: Platinum-Arceus, which you'll use to build your deck. These cards are yours to keep after you complete the event.
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 Notice for certain eligibility requirements and other information, including information concerning limitations on The Pokémon Company International's liability.
What is the tournament structure?
Limited Format and Age-Modified Swiss pairings. See the Pokémon Tournament Rules for information about the Limited Format and Swiss. The number of Swiss rounds to be run will depend on total attendance at the event.
What are the prizes?
Platinum-Arceus Prerelease promo card and a Platinum-Arceus promotional item, while supplies last. * NOTE the promotion item has not arrived at Pokemon as of 10/28/09. We will be collecting names and emails of all players to let you know when these items arrive (and will get them to whatever location you play at for pick up)
In addition, all players who complete the event will receive 2 additional booster packs of Platinum-Arceus.
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