What is a Pokemon Prerelease?

With the world slowly returning to some kind of normality people are beginning to return in store to play Pokemon TCG and what better way to get back in to this great game is there than a prerelease event. As it has been quite a while since we have hosted an event like this, I thought we should address some of the basics.

First, what is a Prerelase?

Prerelease tournaments allow players to receive and play with cards from the upcoming expansion up to two weeks before the expansion's official release date!
Each participant receives a Prerelease box containing a 22-card Evolution pack, four 10-card booster packs, and an exclusive foil promo card. 

The Evolution pack provides a solid foundation which, along with the booster packs and Energy provided by the Tournament Organizer, is used to construct a 40-card deck. 

What are the prizes?

Tournament Organizers are provided with 3 booster packs per player to use as prizes. At our events, each player will receive 3 packs for playing regardless of where you finish. The event itself is just for fun.

What do I need to know?

These events welcome players of all ages and skill levels. This is an excellent opportunity for new players to learn the ropes of the game and tournament structure, while scoring the newest cards before they reach store shelves.

Make sure you arrive on time. If you are late for registration, you may not be able to play in the event!

What is the tournament structure?

The event format is Swiss, which is a non eliminating event where the first round is paired randomly and then subsequent round are pair based on standings. The number of Swiss rounds that will be played will depend on total attendance at the event (usually 3). 

Players use a 40-card deck and play using four Prize cards.