Well, they don't really say, but the hack check check against "anything possible". So if it notices, for example, you have a Japanese pokemon, but with American (NOT English, American) nicknames (Romanji and Latin characters have some slight differences), tehn, yeah, you'll be DQed. As for clones, they can't check it, unless it's something obvious like a box full of Shiny Mewtwos....
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Well, they don't really say, but the hack check check against "anything possible". So if it notices, for example, you have a Japanese pokemon, but with American (NOT English, American) nicknames (Romanji and Latin characters have some slight differences), tehn, yeah, you'll be DQed. As for clones, they can't check it, unless it's something obvious like a box full of Shiny Mewtwos....
I don't think anyone really knows for sure what the hack check picks up, and in my opinion it's better to just not hack at all. I know everyone has referenced this a billion times, but one player was disqualified for having "too many grass knot TMs". Even the tiniest thing can give reason for you to be booted.
Except we know that was bullshit, and the guy was just looking for some excuse to DQ him, however terrible.
Oh fuck yes.
With the sheer amount of Smogonites going to Indianapolis and the lack of Smogonites going to Atlanta, I'm starting to desire a roadtrip down there more and more... It'd be easier for me to get in, at the very least.
Ok, you all have already been told to stop talking about how to beat the hack checks. It must stop now. If anybody else posts anything about "what if my mom hacks for me and i don't know it lolololol", I will be sending direct links for the offender's posts to zerowing for the infractions to be given out.
The only way to make sure your pak is clean is to not hack. Stop talking about it.
The only way to make sure your pak is clean is to not hack. Stop talking about it.
... The DS has cards, not paks. *giggles*
Anyway, did they really pick Seattle again? Didn't they have it last time, too? How lazy is Nintendo getting these days?
Anyway, did they really pick Seattle again? Didn't they have it last time, too? How lazy is Nintendo getting these days?
Seattle makes a good amount of sense considering it's the closest major city to Nintendo of America. It's also logical to stick to locations they've been to before for logistical reasons - especially the first stop on the tour. Familiarity keeps things running smoother.
I hope that is sarcasm because TPCI is kind of headquartered right next to Seattle...
Well, Bianca, now I know.
So, how do you think I could dress as this?
Kind of an odd question, but you know how you need a certain number of badges to get pokemon of certain levels to obey you? Does that apply for in-game battles only or also for wireless battles? Just wondering, since I don't have heartgold yet and I want to know how much of it I'll have to play through by vgc time.
Badges DO NOT have an effect on wireless/WiFi battles. They will ALWAYS obey in Wireless/WiFi battles.
btw - ALL the answers to the questions that are asked here that will be answered can be found here:
http://www.pokemonvgc.com/en/faq-regionals.php
@PBB - You should put this link in the 1st post - if people read the thread, they MIGHT stop asking these questions.
Intel suggests you may need a haircut and some dye, as well a deep wallet and some clothes designer with a lot of time. And if you're fat, have a round head or can't make your eyes look sinister, forget about it. Look at me, giving fashion advice...
Hello,
I do not know where I have to put this post so to move it to the right place if necessary.
I want to participate in the VGC but I don't want to pay for the travel and then lose in the first round. I would like to know how to make a good team for the VGC. I know that it is a stupid question but I really have to ask it. I would like advice more than pre-made teams.
Thank you for your help
I do not know where I have to put this post so to move it to the right place if necessary.
I want to participate in the VGC but I don't want to pay for the travel and then lose in the first round. I would like to know how to make a good team for the VGC. I know that it is a stupid question but I really have to ask it. I would like advice more than pre-made teams.
Thank you for your help
I think #1 thing you gotta do, above team-building, is be going there for the experience of the event rather than winning the top prize. Go with some friends and make a day out of it. You also aren't restricted to just the event! Take in some sights around the city.
As far as advice, watch some VGC videos from Japan on YouTube and look at some RMTs for common advice given to others as far as what you should watch out for.
When you come from Montreal and that none of your friend can afford the trip, it take some fun away. It is nice to to enjoy an event when it does not cost you money. If there was some event in Canada, I could really go there just for the experience.
I don't think an event in Vancouver would be much cheaper for you than Newark! But yes, I understand what you mean.
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