Elemental Cup

Bo3 Doubles • Swiss + Top Cut

The Elemental Cup is a special-format Pokémon Champions tournament where only Mega Evolution Pokémon whose primary or secondary type is Fire, Water, Grass, or Electric are eligible for use.

Non-Mega Pokémon have no type restrictions and may be of any type. The elemental restriction applies only to the Mega Pokémon on your team.

Build your team around these elemental Mega Evolutions, pair them with any supporting Pokémon of your choice, and battle through the Swiss stage for a chance to advance to the Top Cut and compete for the championship.

Allowed Mega Pokemon list:

[Charizard Y, Charizard X, Swampert, Delphox, Raichu Y, Raichu X, Venusaur, Blastoise, Blaziken, Pyroar, Scovillain, Eelektross, Sceptile, Meganiu, Camerupt, Chandelure, Starmie, Gyarados, Ampharos, Greninja, Manetric, Abomasnow, Chesnaught, Feraligatr, Victreebel, Slowbro, Houndoom, Sharpedo, Emboar]

Prize Pool

🥇 1st Place: Shiny Raichu

Tournament Structure

Day 1 – Swiss Rounds

All registered players will participate in Swiss rounds.

• Format: Pokémon Champions VGC Doubles
• Match Format: Best-of-3 (Bo3)
• Players continue playing every round regardless of record.

⚠️ Joining the Discord server is mandatory for participation. All tournament communication, rulings, announcements, and scheduling will be handled through Discord.

Join the Tournament Discord Server

Swiss rounds will be based on total attendance:

Player Count	Swiss Rounds
8–16	4 Rounds
17–32	5 Rounds
33–64	6 Rounds
65-128	7 Rounds

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Day 2 – Top Cut

The highest-ranked players from Swiss advance to a single-elimination playoff bracket.

Player Count	Top Cut
8–16	Top 4
17–64	Top 8
65-128	Top 16

• Winners advance until a Tournament Champion is crowned.

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Team Rules

• Megas of only the mentioned types can be used.
• Teams must be legal under the current Pokémon Champions VGC Doubles ruleset.
• Players must use legal Pokémon, moves, abilities, and items.
• Team changes are not permitted after the tournament begins.
• Report of Open Teamsheet Violations will result in game losses and immediate remedy will be required to continue.
• Any use of exploits, cheats, modified game data, or unintended game mechanics may result in immediate disqualification.

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Match Procedures

Before the Match

• Be present and ready when pairings are posted.
• Check ins are required before the start of tournament and at the start of every round.
• Contact your opponent promptly.
• Failure to appear within the designated time limit may result in a match loss.

During the Match

• All matches are played as Best-of-3 sets.
• Players are expected to maintain good sportsmanship.
• Harassment, toxic behavior, intentional stalling, or unsporting conduct may result in penalties.

Reporting Results

• Report results immediately after the match concludes.
• Both players are responsible for verifying the final score.
• Tournament staff may request screenshots or additional evidence if a dispute occurs.

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Tiebreakers

Swiss standings and qualification for Top Cut will be determined using standard Swiss tiebreaker system.

Organizer Rulings

Tournament organizers reserve the right to issue warnings, game losses, match losses, or disqualifications where necessary.

All organizer decisions are final.

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Schedule Changes

The tournament schedule, timings, and format may be adjusted at the organizers' discretion if required. Any changes will be announced through the official Discord server.

All participants are responsible for staying updated by remaining in the Discord server and checking announcements regularly throughout the event.

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Good Luck and Have Fun!

Whether you're a seasoned VGC veteran or entering your very first Pokémon Champions event, we hope you enjoy the competition and help grow the emerging competitive scene.