Video Game Championship Series

The Pokémon Video Game National Championships are held throughout Europe and are open to all players, regardless of residence. Winners can earn invitations and Travel Awards to the Pokémon Video Game World Championships in Waikoloa, Hawaii, as well as other cool prizes.

Information is subject to change. Last updated December 15, 2011.

When are the Pokémon Video Game Italy National Championships?

The Pokémon Video Game Italy National Championships will take place Sunday, April 1, 2012.

The Masters division registration line opens at 8:00am and closes at 8:30am. The Junior and Senior divisions registration line opens at 12:30pm and closes at 1:00pm.

Where are the Pokémon Video Game Italy National Championships?

CENTRO CONGRESSI MILANOFIORI
Strada 1 – Milanofiori
20090 ASSAGO (MI)
Tel. +39 02 82221

Directions

How many competitor slots are available?

Competitor slots for the Pokemon Video Game Italy National Championships are granted on a first come, first served basis. Space is limited, so players are encouraged to arrive early for registration.

Junior Division: 100 competitors

Senior Division: 200 competitors

Masters Division: 300 competitors

What is the entry fee?

All of the Pokémon Video Game Championships events are free to competitors and spectators.

What is the tournament format for the Pokémon Video Game National Championships?

Regulations

What do I need to bring to the Pokémon Video Game National Championships?

• Players must have a Player ID to participate. If you have a Trainer Club account but don’t have a Player ID, you can get one by logging into your account and visiting https://www.pokemon.com/uk/account/upgrade2/. Be sure to bring your Player ID to the event!
• Players must provide their own Nintendo DS systems and Pokémon Black Version or Pokémon White Version Game Cards
• Players should bring chargers for their Nintendo DS systems, as the tournament staff will not have chargers available for loan

What are the Prizes?

1st Place

• A Pokémon Video Game National Championships 1st Place Trophy
• A Travel Award for the winner (including a parent or legal guardian for players under 18) to the 2012 Pokémon Video Game World Championships in Waikoloa, Hawaii
• An invitation to participate in the 2012 Pokémon Video Game World Championships
• 14 Championship Points

2nd Place

• A Pokémon Video Game National Championships 2nd Place Trophy
• A Travel Award for the winner (including a parent or legal guardian for players under 18) to the 2012 Pokémon Video Game World Championships in Waikoloa, Hawaii
• An invitation to participate in the 2012 Pokémon Video Game World Championships
• 12 Championship Points

3rd & 4th Place

• A Pokémon Video Game National Championships 3rd or 4th Place Trophy
• A Travel Award for the winner (including a parent or legal guardian for players under 18) to the 2012 Pokémon Video Game World Championships in Waikoloa, Hawaii
• An invitation to participate in the 2012 Pokémon Video Game World Championships
• 10 Championship Points

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