Event

Pokémon TCG Regional League Registration Open!

The 2022-23 Season of the Malaysia Regional League is starting this October 2022 at Toysbar, Selangor. Are you ready to test your Pokémon TCG skills to the next level? Championship points will be awarded to the top finishers in the tournament. Depending on the total number of points earned, you can qualify for the Pokémon World Championships.

Event Outline
Participation Procedures
Deck Regulations and Participation Conditions
Tournament Format
Prizes
Other

Event Outline

The Regional League will be held on Saturday and Sunday.

Event Name	Pokémon Regional League Malaysia
Event Period	QUALIFIER 29 October, 2022 TOP CUT 30 October, 2022
Event Venue	Toysbar 78A Jalan SS22/21 Damansara Jaya, Petaling Jaya, 47400 Selangor
Event Schedule	【QUALIFIER】 Receptions 10:00 AM Session Start 11:00 AM 【TOP CUT】 Reception 12:00 PM Session Start 1:00 PM *We will check in those who successfully registered first and those who are on the waiting list and walk-ins at a later time.
Entry Fee	Free
League Category	Open League
About Championships Points	The CSP table referenced will vary depending on the number of participants in the tournament. The CSP will be assigned according to the actual number of participants after the tournament ends. Might take several days before showing up in players MY Page. For more details, click here
Other Information	Please check the event page for additional information

Participation Procedures

Pre-Register your slot online through The Trainers Web

Capacity	256 Players
Registration Period	13 October to 24 October 2022
Entry Method	Pre-register your slot online through Trainers Web. If the capacity is exceeded during the pre-registration phase, the tournament participants will be decided by lottery. If there is space available after pre-registration ends, we will accept walk-in registration on a first come, first served basis. Pre-register and Waiting List players will be prioritized.
Announcement of Lottery Results	24 October 2022, 06:00 PM You can check your result from [My Page] at Trainers Web Please note that if your status is “Declined”, you are actually placed on a waiting list.
About Deck Registration	You are required to submit a decklist onsite
Remarke	Only one entry per player If more than one entry is submitted by one person, a penalty may be imposed. Only residents of the region can participate in the Regional League. Participants who fail to show up on the day of the tournament without a valid reason may not be allowed to participate in future events. If you wish to cancel your registered slot, please cancel in advance through My Page in the Trainers Web.

Deck Regulations and Participation Conditions

Regulations	Standard Regulation 60 card Decks・6 Prize cards
Cards Available for Use	Pokémon Trading Card Game English version only (other language cards are prohibited) SWSH01 to SWSH11 are allowed Pokémon TCG Banned Card List
Participation Conditions	Players who know and understand how to play and rules of Pokémon Trading Card Game. Resident of Malaysia (Players will have to show proof that they are a resident in the respective region where they are participating in) Must be registered to the Trainers Website and have a Trainer ID
Items to bring	Identification ID Deck List Deck Mask Coin/ dices, damage counter, markers and other items necessary for playing against each other Writing utensils No rental equipment will be available at the venue on the day of the event.
Other	Floor Rule and Penalty Chart Players age 15 and below must be accompanied by a guardian. Players are expected to be fully vaccinated according to local laws. Exclusions for children may apply. Guardians have to gather either outside the shop or inside in a selected location where they will not be able to mingle with any other player.

Tournament Format

【QUALIFIER】

Format	Swiss Draw BO1 Depending on the total number of registered participants; Top 8 to Top 16 players are expected to advance to the TOP CUT on 30 October 2022. Any changes will be announced during the tournament description on the day of the event.
Match Time	25 minutes
Exchange of cards	Prohibited
Timer Call	If the timer ends at the player who starts the round, they will play until the end of their turn and then the opponent will play until the end of their turn. If no one wins, it will be counted as a double game loss. If the time ends at the player who goes second, they will play until the end of their turn, and if no one is able to collect the win, both players will not receive the points for the rounds. ※Regarding “Pokémon Checkup”: If the match reaches the time limit in the middle of “Pokémon Checkup”, there will be no extra turn. ・When there will be an extra turn, perform a “Pokémon Checkup” if there are any Pokémon with Special Conditions on them before taking the extra turn. ・After the extra turn, do not perform a Pokémon Checkup”.

【TOP CUT】

Format	Single Elimination BO3
Match Time	55 minutes
Exchange of cards	Prohibited
Win/ Lose Timer Call	If the match time is over and there is no winner, the winner will be determined according to the following: If the time runs out during the first game of a match: The winner will be the player with the least number of Prize cards remaining. If the both players have the same number of Prize cards remaining: An overtime match will be held until winning conditions have been met; or until one of the players has fewer Prize cards and will be declared the winner. If time runs out before the second game ends: If the second game hasn’t started yet; or if both players have 3 or more Prize cards remaining: The winner of the first game will be declared the winner. If both players have 2 or less Prize cards remaining:The player with the least amount of Prize cards remaining will be declared the winner. If both players have 2 or less Prize cards remaining and have the same number of Prize cards remaining: An overtime match will be held until winning conditions have been met; or until one of the players has fewer Prize cards and will be declared the winner. If there is a tie due to the “Match rules for Official and Sanctioned Tournaments” Sudden death (only 1 Prize card per player) will be held and the winner of the Sudden death will be declared the winner of that game. If the winner of the second game is also the winner of the first game, then that player will be declared the winner of that match. If the winner of the second game is not the winner of the first game, then Sudden death will be held and the winner of the Sudden death will be declared the winner of the match. If time runs out before the end of the third match: The winner will be the player with the least number of Prize cards remaining. If the third game hasn’t started yet; or if both players have the same number of Prize cards remaining: An overtime match will be held until winning conditions have been met; or until one of the players has fewer Prize cards and will be declared the winner. If there is a tie due to the “Match rules for Official and Sanctioned Tournaments” Sudden death (only 1 Prize card per player) will be held and the winner of the Sudden death will be declared the winner of that game. In cases that don’t correspond to any of the above: Sudden death (only 1 Prize card per player) will be held and the winner of the Sudden death will be declared the winner of that game. Furthermore, if even after the time limit is over and a winner still hasn’t been decided, and even the allotted time for that has passed, and that there is concern that it will cause an impediment to running the tournament, the match will be decided according to the method instructed by the judge.

Prizes

Championships Point (CSP) will be rewarded accordingly per the ranking after fulfilling minimum player requirements

Participation Prize	All players will receive a present pack, Pikachu V card and Event logo sticker
Champion	Championships Invite + 2 rounds bye on Day 1 Regional League Playmat 108 Packs Pokémon TCG Boosters Certificate with frame
2nd Place	Championships Invite + 1 round bye on Day 1 Regional League Playmat 108 Packs Pokémon TCG Boosters Certificate with frame
3rd and 4th Place	Regional League Playmat 72 Packs Pokémon TCG Boosters Certificate with frame
5th to 8th Place	Regional League Playmat 36 Packs Pokémon TCG Boosters
9th to 16th	18 Packs Pokémon TCG Boosters
17th to 32th	9 Packs Pokémon TCG Boosters

Requests for All Participants in the Tournament

Please observe the following points before participating in the event.

If you have returned from overseas within 14 days, or if you have had symptoms of a fever of 37.5°C or higher within 14 days, please refrain from participating in the tournament.

To prevent the spread of infection, please refrain from participating in the event if you have a cold or any other symptoms of illness. We also ask that the elderly and those with chronic illnesses, which are more likely to become serious in the event of infection, please consider carefully before participating in the event.

Please wear a mask when participating in the tournament, wash and disinfect your hands and fingers before the tournament begins.

Please follow the instructions of the stores and judges to prevent infection and ensure the smooth operation of the event. Failure to follow the instructions may result in refusal of participation or disqualification from the event at the discretion of the store or judges.

Please be mindful of the rules and play fairly. If you are found to be cheating, registering under a false name or using multiple accounts on the Trainers Website, whether intentionally or unintentionally, you will forfeit all championship points for the 2022 season and may be disqualified from participating in future Pokémon Trading Card Game Tournaments. Please understand this in advance.

This event is scheduled to be held after taking safety control measures and are subject to change pending COVID regulations, and some event dates may move or be canceled outright.

TPC will have the right to cancel the event with any unavoidable circumstances or if we deem it is unsafe to run the Event. We will do our best to give players as much notice as we can if an event is canceled. Please kindly be aware of these circumstances when registering.