Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks Prerelease

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks Prerelease

Get ready to dive into the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks Prerelease at The Portal! Be among the first to experience the newest expansion before its official release, and enjoy an exciting day of competitive play.

Event Details:

• Location: The Portal
• Date & Time: Check-in will be open from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The event will start shortly after registration.
• Admission Cost: $30 plus taxes
• Important Notice: Only registered players are allowed in the event area. Guests or companions will not be permitted inside the event area due to capacity limitations.

Tournament Format:

• Swiss Rounds Format: All players will play in each round, regardless of wins or losses.
• Number of Rounds: 4 Swiss rounds for 20 players.
• Match Type: Single-game matches, played with 4 Prize cards per game.
• Round Time: Each round will last 45 minutes, with a 5-minute transition for setup and pairings.

What is a Pokémon Prerelease Event?

A Pokémon Prerelease event lets you experience cards from the new Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks expansion before the official release. Here’s how it works:

• Build & Battle Box: Each player receives a Build & Battle Box, containing:
  • A 40-card pre-built deck (with 1 of 4 promo cards)
  • 4 booster packs from the new expansion
  • A deck-building tip sheet
• Deck Building: You’ll have 20–30 minutes to build a 40-card deck using the cards from your Build & Battle Box and Basic Energy provided.
• Swiss Format Matches: Compete in single-game matches using the Swiss format, where you’re paired with players of similar win/loss records after each round.
• Participation Prizes: Every participant will receive 3 additional booster packs at the end of the event as a reward for completing the tournament.

Reserve your spot today, and don’t miss out on this early preview of Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks!