Hi everybody! A couple months ago, I wanted to re-start the Pokemon TCG stuff on Smogon, since Smogon is Pokemon university and I believe that Smogon should be all-rounded. So, I talked with some people, and saw that a TCG room was made on main and I thought of making a sub-thread and talked it over with TheMantyke :).
So first off, to introduce myself. I'm OnlyLove, I'm a relatively new member to the Smogon forums, and I battle meh. I have played TCG for a while now, playing at Canadian Nats (I sucked), and kind of just playing at some local tournaments. Although, I don't travel around for TCG anymore, I still love the game and still I follow along with it.
Now onto the TCG stuffs. So since, Smogon's playerbase doesn't have many TCGers, and has more VGCers (or people who just battle in tiers), most of this post will be for the beginners (don't worry, I'll post more for advance stuff later.) I'm going to split this post into half; Beginners and more Advanced.
Beginners
So new to Pokemon TCG, and/or TCG in general? Don't fret, there are many resources out there where you can learn how to play the game. Also, you can ask around the Smogon community of TCG players as well. So, Pokemon TCG is a Trading Card Game, that involves 2 players (for a game). Here is a set of videos that I found helpful, for beginners.
Jwittz Part 1 (Learn how to play TCG)
Jwittz Part 2 (How to collect)
There are many Youtubers out there that play Pokemon TCG, and they play VERY well. Need more help? Ask in the comments or ask me via PM or ask around.
Common Q&As
Q: How are the starter theme decks on the shelves on many stores?
A: The starter theme decks are a good way to start learning the game, and to play your first couple of matches. However, if competing in anything competitive, the starter deck will get beat very badly. Its worth buying if you are new to the game and you want to learn how to play. :)
Q: How viable is each card? Can people use their favorite Pokemon to make a deck?
A: Unfortunately, many cards aren't viable in the metagame currently. However, some cards that may not seem viable can be used to create deck called a "rogue deck." These decks are basically cards that aren't seen, or are seen rarely being used to make a deck. Ask around, I love making Rogue decks, and sometimes they are VERY good. BUT if you aren't playing competitively and you want to make a deck with your favorite Pokemon, feel free to :)
Q: Is there a tierlist for decks?
A: No, there isn't, but I will be posting something similar to a tierlist for common decks soon :D.
Q: Any forum where there are articles on Pokemon?
A: Sixprizes is a GREAT place for Articles.
Anymore questions? Ask in the comment section :D
Advanced
So, now in the advanced part. I'm going to guess this group is from the players who know how to play the game to really competitive players. Advanced players already know how to play the game, so other than that it would really come down to discussion about competitive decks and strategies to play the game.
The only real TCG simulator that really works (without downloading anything or paying anything) is Playtcg and Bebesearch. Playtcg is the actual simulator, while Bebesearch is the website that you would use to register and build your deck on.
That concludes the OP, discuss in the comments about upcoming sets, decks, decklists, tournaments, whatever you want related to TCG :D. Of course I will be discussing as well. I will most likely take the first post of this to post a couple decks that are viable currently. Look out for that as well, as that will be constantly switching. It may contain a couple decklists :3.
Thanks guys!
So first off, to introduce myself. I'm OnlyLove, I'm a relatively new member to the Smogon forums, and I battle meh. I have played TCG for a while now, playing at Canadian Nats (I sucked), and kind of just playing at some local tournaments. Although, I don't travel around for TCG anymore, I still love the game and still I follow along with it.
Now onto the TCG stuffs. So since, Smogon's playerbase doesn't have many TCGers, and has more VGCers (or people who just battle in tiers), most of this post will be for the beginners (don't worry, I'll post more for advance stuff later.) I'm going to split this post into half; Beginners and more Advanced.
Beginners
So new to Pokemon TCG, and/or TCG in general? Don't fret, there are many resources out there where you can learn how to play the game. Also, you can ask around the Smogon community of TCG players as well. So, Pokemon TCG is a Trading Card Game, that involves 2 players (for a game). Here is a set of videos that I found helpful, for beginners.
Jwittz Part 1 (Learn how to play TCG)
Jwittz Part 2 (How to collect)
There are many Youtubers out there that play Pokemon TCG, and they play VERY well. Need more help? Ask in the comments or ask me via PM or ask around.
Common Q&As
Q: How are the starter theme decks on the shelves on many stores?
A: The starter theme decks are a good way to start learning the game, and to play your first couple of matches. However, if competing in anything competitive, the starter deck will get beat very badly. Its worth buying if you are new to the game and you want to learn how to play. :)
Q: How viable is each card? Can people use their favorite Pokemon to make a deck?
A: Unfortunately, many cards aren't viable in the metagame currently. However, some cards that may not seem viable can be used to create deck called a "rogue deck." These decks are basically cards that aren't seen, or are seen rarely being used to make a deck. Ask around, I love making Rogue decks, and sometimes they are VERY good. BUT if you aren't playing competitively and you want to make a deck with your favorite Pokemon, feel free to :)
Q: Is there a tierlist for decks?
A: No, there isn't, but I will be posting something similar to a tierlist for common decks soon :D.
Q: Any forum where there are articles on Pokemon?
A: Sixprizes is a GREAT place for Articles.
Anymore questions? Ask in the comment section :D
Advanced
So, now in the advanced part. I'm going to guess this group is from the players who know how to play the game to really competitive players. Advanced players already know how to play the game, so other than that it would really come down to discussion about competitive decks and strategies to play the game.
The only real TCG simulator that really works (without downloading anything or paying anything) is Playtcg and Bebesearch. Playtcg is the actual simulator, while Bebesearch is the website that you would use to register and build your deck on.
That concludes the OP, discuss in the comments about upcoming sets, decks, decklists, tournaments, whatever you want related to TCG :D. Of course I will be discussing as well. I will most likely take the first post of this to post a couple decks that are viable currently. Look out for that as well, as that will be constantly switching. It may contain a couple decklists :3.
Thanks guys!
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