StreetPass UK Pokémon Autumn Event 2014
After a successful Pokémon Winter Event in 2013, Nintendo UK and StreetPass UK are once again treating UK Pokémon fans to a tournament series! Throughout September, October, and November, trainers will battle it out using their Nintendo 3DS and Pokémon X or Pokémon Y video game. Trainers will compete in Double Battles, constructed to match that of the official 2014 Pokémon Video Game Championships Series format. There will be 14 qualifier tournaments in total, culminating in a Grand Finals in Manchester on Saturday, November 22nd, 2014. To earn entry into the Grand Finals, you will need to place in the top four at a qualifier tournament. These qualifier tournaments are run by the StreetPass Group Founders, who organise gaming meet-ups around the country most weekends.
Prizing at each qualifier tournament is dependent on the tournament you attend and what the host can offer while the Grand Finals will offer great prize support, the most interesting of which will probably be copies of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire setting you up nicely for the VGC format switch in January next year.
The majority of the tournaments will run Single Elimination, Best of One game and competitors are allowed to enter as many of the tournaments as they wish — offering multiple chances at winning an invitation for the Grand Finals. The first events will take place this weekend in Southend and Manchester; we’ll certainly see some great battles throughout this series and an excellent final event in November.
Qualifiers
Southend
Organised by: StreetPass Southend
Date: Saturday, 20th September, 2014
Time: 13:00 – 17:00
Place: Astro City, 2c Southchurch Road, Southend-on-Sea
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/862784620400314/
£3 Entry Fee
Manchester
Organised by: StreetPass Manchester
Date: Sunday, 21st September, 2014
Time: 11:00 – 18:00
Place: Bar21 – 10 Thomas Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester, M4 1DH
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/306278612892985/
Bangor
Organised by: StreetPass North Wales
Date: Saturday, 27th September, 2014
Time: 11:00 – 16:30
Place: Powis Hall, Bangor University – Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 2DG
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/910864362275975/
Yeovil
Organised by: StreetPass Somerset & Yeovil TCG
Date: Saturday, 27th September, 2014
Time: 09:00 -17:00
Place: Labour Club – Unity Hall/Central Rd, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1JL
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1450244548571773/
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/195063900663938/
Middlesbrough
Organised by: StreetPass Middlesbrough
Date: Tuesday, 30th September, 2014
Time: 18:00 Onwards
Place: GAME – 71-73 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 5BU
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1461083577501839/
Birmingham
Organised by: StreetPass Birmingham
Date: Saturday, 25th October, 2014
Time: 12:00 – 17:00
Place: The Sack of Potatoes – 10 Gosta Green, Birmingham, B4 7ER
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1480653135528014/
Lincoln
Organised by: StreetPass Lincoln
Date: Sunday, 26th October, 2014
Time: TBC
Place: TBC
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/263530410509952/
Nottingham
Organised by: StreetPass East Midlands
TBC, October
Portsmouth
Organised by: StreetPass Portsmouth & Southampton
Date: Saturday, 1st November, 2014
Time: 12:00 – 18:00
Place: The Royal Maritime Club – 75-80 Queen Street, Portsmouth, PO1 3HS
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/827942917239471/
Leeds
Organised by: StreetPass Leeds
Date: Sunday, 2nd November, 2014
Time: 11:00 – 17:00
Place: Tiger Tiger – The Light, 117 Albion Street, Leeds, LS2, 8DY
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1456719314617509/
London
Organised by: DS London
Date: Sunday, 2nd November, 2014
Time: 15:00 – 18:00
Place: Scenario – 97 Stoke Newington Road, London, N16 8BX
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/352445011585215/
Gloucester
Organised by: StreetPass Gloucestershire
Date: Friday, 7th November, 2014
Time: 18:00 – 22:00
Place: Gloucester Guildhall – 23 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 1NS
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1496727937236124/
Liverpool
Organised by: StreetPass Liverpool
Date: Sunday, 9th November, 2014
Time: 13:00 Onwards
Place: The Scythe and Teacup Gamer Cafe – 61a, Kempston Street, Liverpool, L3 8HE
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/942090595807091/
Cambridge
Organised by: StreetPass Cambridge
Date: Saturday, 15th November, 2014
Time: 10:00 – 16:00
Place: The Hexagon Room, Frank Lee Centre – Addenbrookes Hospital Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0SN
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/294734597393426/
Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Battle Format?
The Battle Format will be the official Video Game Championships 2014 rules. You can view them in full here.
- Number of Players: Two-Player Match
- Battle Format: Double Battle
- Battle Rules: Flat Battle
- Handicap: Off
What is the tournament format at each Qualifier Tournament?
The tournament format is Single Elimination, Best of One Battle* for all Qualifier Tournaments with the exception of Yeovil. Yeovil was organised before the tournament series was put together, but was chosen to be included in the structure. Yeovil will run a Swiss-style tournament with a potential top cut depending on the number of competitors. Only the top four will receive an invite to the Grand Finals, the same as every other Qualifier Tournament.
*At the judges discretion, they may allow for a different tournament format if the tournament attendance is low.
What is the tournament format at the Grand Finals?
The Grand Finals will run a Swiss-style Tournament with a top cut of eight players maximum. There will be five or six Swiss rounds depending on the number of competitors that attend.
Can I play in more than one Qualifier Tournament?
Absolutely. You are free to attempt qualification at as many events as you’re willing to attend.
Can I play in another Qualifier Tournament even if I already finished in the top four at a previous Qualifier Tournament?
Yes. Invites will be passed down to the next eligible player if a player manages to finish in the top four twice or more. Please make the tournament organiser aware if you have already qualified!
What are the prizes at the Qualifier Tournaments?
Qualifier Tournaments will run their own prizing structure, with prizes being awarded to either the top two or top four players. The top four players at each Qualifier Tournament will be awarded an invitation to compete in the Grand Finals in Manchester on Saturday, November 22nd, 2014.
What are the prizes at the Grand Finals?
The top eight players* at the Grand Finals will each win a copy of Pokémon Omega Ruby version or Pokémon Alpha Sapphire version in time for release on November 28th, 2014. Other Prizes TBA.
*Still to be confirmed.
Will there be travel stipends for qualified players?
Sadly no, there will be no travel stipends for players who finish in the top four at a Qualifier Tournament. Everyone will have to organise their own travel and/or accommodation for the Grand Finals.
Are there any age restrictions or age divisions for the tournaments?
No, anyone of any age can participate. All ages will be combined into one group so bear this in mind when entering any young children who may have to battle against players much older.
About the Author
Havak has competed in the VGC series since 2009 when it was first introduced to Europe, qualifying for the World Championships in 2011. Since 2009, he has also been a big influence in the United Kingdom's competitive scene by helping run local tournaments.
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lincoln roll call anyone? with the event tomorrow, it may ease you to know that my team is still not complete so on full steam ahead breed and train today
I have no idea who Justin Miller is, but thats the birmingham results according to the facebook page
I’m Justin Miller
Gotta say it was a great day out meeting everyone and Team Walsall again as it’s always great to see you guys but it looks like Team Nuneaton won of this occasion 
It was well organised and the guy organizing it was cool and chilled out and was a great atmosphere 
very happy with how today went!
Birmingham results:
1st Justin Miller(ThrillerMiller9)
2nd Mark McQuillan(woopahking)
3rd ?
4th Jake Birch(WhiteAfroKing92)
Top cut Lincoln and then decided to leave, as a Smash Brothers tournament was so considerately started between Swiss and top cut. Better things to do.
#TeamDerby to dominate Nottingham!
Was at the Lincoln event (was staying with a friend for MCM Comic Con anyway so wyanut), got my butt kicked by Baz, Xenoblade and the organiser respectively but managed to come 4th place. Didn’t catch the name of the 2nd but Xeno came 1st, Sam Kenealy came 3rd.
Just confirming that second place was Alex Parker – it was his first tournament that he’s attended and it sure didn’t show; whilst the final didn’t quite showcase his team well we had a tricky match in Swiss that was very entertaining.
Thanks to Sam for hosting the tournament as you did a brilliant job with getting everything done on time! And thanks again community (namely but not restricted to Sam, Rachel, Alex and Suzan) for talking to me throughout the day, it’s really helped me gain confidence that I lost
Went to Lincoln also, was undefeated until the 4th match of swiss where I had to battle Xeno (fate is so cruel, haha) and then got beaten by SPEevee in a fantastic game. Managed to make top cut but a surprise in Alex’s team screwed me over in the second BO3 game so I panicked and lost and didn’t manage an invite :’)
Was still a brilliant day and was great to see various people and battle after a long period of not really doing so due to uni etc. :3
Sorry you feel this way, Baz. I could have done the Top Cut there and then, obviously, but since Pokemon was the main event I wanted to make it the ‘grand finale’ almost (which ended up happening when we hooked up the finals via a capture card!) There was also some people who were waiting for the Smash 3DS tournament to start, and I didn’t want to keep them waiting toooo long. But, again, I apologise – I’ll take it in mind for future events.
Just to confirm results:
1st: Eden Batchelor/Xenoblade Hero
2nd: Alex Parker
3rd: Sam Kenealy/WM Sam
4th: Rachel Annand/SPEevee
Anyone here going to the portsmouth event ? Or know an organiser not on facebook so cant get on the link not sure if i need to sign up
Made it to top cut in Lincoln, then Sam Kenealy/WM Sam’s trick room team happened. Still pretty happy to make it as far as I did.
Here’s the recording of the final battle between Eden and Alex. My apologies for the quality and the music. The recording didn’t come with sound so I put a track on it myself.
http://youtu.be/NLh20us357Y
I also attended Lincoln and got into the top cut despite a freeze costing me my first match. I really enjoyed the event; it was great to meet everybody so thanks to Sam for hosting it! I’m not sure if I’ll manage the finals in Manchester but I’ll see what I can do.
Hi mate! I’m co-hosting the portsmouth event (part of streetpass southampton) so can help out! They are doing a registration form to be completed by Thursday and then sent to the streetpass portsmouth email address! If you let me know you email address il pass it on to the portsmouth guys looking after registrations to get in touch with you!
Back home, so I’m going to try to record and upload some of the battles I managed to get saved. Sue/Zwampert recorded some of hers before I left so she should have them up online soon too.
Looks like I can possibly attend Liverpool. Hope to see you guys there.
Once the students around me figure out how to be quiet for 5 minutes I can record some commentary and upload it.
can possibly attend the london one, was just wondering what’s a good time to show up for registration? this is my first event and i need to know what time i should aim for.
Im having to work this coming weekend on uni assignments, so Im not attending London now. Bummer
I hope all in attendance have a good day!
Now home from the Portsmouth tournament – and what a day! Hope to have a report up sometime soon.
The final results were:
1st – Neale Maker
2nd – Daniel Trounson (me!)
3rd – Joe Cox
4th – James Trounson
However, James and I won’t be going to the finals in Manchester, so our invites went to Erik Waterhouse and Sam Barnes (I think…).
Home From the Portsmouth regional it was a good day, Grats to the top 4 shame some cant make it to manchester, nice final with Mrnealio and Fantom0.
Does anyone know the score from Nottingham ?
Well, I see this sort of happened today.
As for the event, the results should be as followed(As far as my knowledge can tell):
1) Andrew Fairbrother(Me)
2) Joe Birch (Professor Birch)
3) Sam Hill(Dont know if he is on here)
4) Alex Lee(Once again same as above)
Just wanted to say, the Nottingham qualifier was fun and probably the best I’ve attended as far tournaments go.
Congrats to the top 4 qualifiers!! (yep Derby took home the gold).
Well played to Joe for taking me down in top 8.
Videos should be up soon from the SP team.
Well done on winning Combustandy and to all the other qualifiers from nottingham
Big congrats to everyone who qualified at Portsmouth and Nottingham today. Despite bombing round 1 I still had a whale of a time at Nottingham and look forward to more events there in the future. I’ll probably be doing an LCQ type deal at Cambridge in a few weeks so I’ll see you there for one last try!
I know I may seem biased about my brother winning but, I honestly think he really deserved the win today. He dominated! I’m not even exagurating, he played at a really high level today. Time to win at Cambridge now though
Pro-tip: Don’t play a tournament after less than 3 hours sleep.
Yesssssss came top 4 in London great event today so me and Brandon qualliffy twice bring on Manchester this is a great chance for me to win side note guy who beat me gave up his invite
Back from London! Had a great time, placed top 4 with some dumb stuff, forced to be a bad commentator against my will i will yamsing murder you steve
they didn’t use full names for the bracket which is frustrating but here are the results — three of the top 4 invites were passed down!
1) Terence Dray (Ty Flowsion) -unable to attend final-
2) Keiron Harman?
3) Shaun Tysoe (foodking2win) -already qualified-
4) Brandon Ikin (Toquill) -already qualified-
~~invites were passed down to~~
5) Nicholas Rhodes (pro blaze)
6) Christopher L?
7) Chris Fotheringham (High Templar)
i think that’s right lol
A bit late, but had a great time in Nottingham yesterday! Can confirm Alex Lee isn’t on here, he’s a friend of myself and Xeno.
Got to Top 8 then lost to Andy, good game! GG to NidoRich too for a great match in the 3rd round.
Was my last chance to qualify but I’m not overly disappointed, I’ve played really well the past few weeks and the practice I’ve managed to get will hopefully set me up well for next year. Congrats to everyone who’s managed to qualify so far, and I’ll see you all in Manchester, I look forward to spectating! :’)
Thanks for all of the updates guys! Will try to update the first post soon with the list of qualified players. Also, here’s the prizes for the final which I will announce in a better way at some point… Lol.