Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV)

Pokemon World Championships 2023

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The Pokemon World Championships 2023 for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet held in Japan has now concluded! Read on to learn about the event dates, qualifications, Celebration Events, including the Summer Festival Park and Trainers Cruise, Popup Pokemon Center and more!

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Possible Next Champion Mystery Gift Pokemon

Shohei Kimura's Amoonguss

Amoonguss ImageAmoonguss
Level 50
Tera Type Pokemon Water Type Icon
Ability Regenerator
Held Item Sitrus Berry
Moveset Spore
Rage Powder
Pollen Puff
Protect

Amoonguss once again proves to be the most consistent and effective VGC Pokemon, as Shohei's Amoonguss was shown to comfortably take a Surging Strikes from Urshifu and a Choice Band Tera Ghost Tera Blast from Dragapult, putting its massive bulk on full display on the Worlds Stage.

Sitrus Berry gives it more valuable staying power, which allowed it to support its team on all the matches that it participated in.

It's hard to go wrong with the standard Amoonguss moveset of Spore, Rage Powder, Pollen Puff, and Protect because of their tried and true consistency, which was masterfully showcased by Shohei Kimura, our 2023 World Champion.

All Mystery Gift Codes and How to Get

2024 Pokemon World Championships Date and Location - Honolulu, Hawaii

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Worlds 2024

With the conclusion of the Yokohama World Championships, the 2024 Pokemon World Championships were announced! These will be held in Honolulu, Hawaii. An exact date and venue has yet to be announced.

2023 Pokemon World Championships Details

Pokemon World Championships 2023, Yokohama: Events and Guides
VGC World's Details World's Mystery Gifts World's Celebration Events
Popup Pokemon Center Regulation Format Qualification Guide
Fantasy Team

Tournament for Best Players in Pokemon Games

The Pokemon World Championships is the annual tournament held by the Pokemon Company where the best players from around the world face off against each other.

Separate tournaments will be held for Pokemon TCG, Pokemon UNITE, Pokemon GO, and Pokemon Video Game Championship, through Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

2023 Pokemon World Championships Date and Location

Date Location
August 11~13, 2023 PACIFICO Yokohama, Japan

As previously announced in the Pokemon Presents live stream, the tournament will be held in Japan for the first time! It was held on August 11 to 13, 2023.

2023 Pokemon World Championships Anime Promotion

The anime teaser is called キミに会えた! (Kimi Ni Aeta), which means 'I met you!', and is a play on Pokemon's famous catch phrase, 'I choose you!'.

It highlights all the Pokemon games that will be contested at the World stage in Yokohama, such as the Pokemon TCG, Pokemon UNITE, Pokemon GO, and Pokemon VGC.

2023 World Championships Mystery Gift Codes

Pokemon World Championships 2023, Yokohama: Events and Guides
VGC World's Details World's Mystery Gifts World's Celebration Events
Popup Pokemon Center Regulation Format Qualification Guide
Fantasy Team

2022 World's Champion Gastrodon Mystery Gift Code

Eduardo Cunha's Gastrodon Mystery Gift Code

Gastrodon (East Sea) ImageGastrodon (East Sea)
Level 50
Pokeball Cherish Ball
Original Trainer Eduardo
Ability Storm Drain
Held Item Leftovers
Moveset Earth Power
Icy Wind
Yawn
Protect
Start August 11, 2023
End August 14, 2023
Code TBC

A Mystery Gift Code to receive a competitive ready Gastrodon went live at the beginning of the 2023 Pokemon World Championships Livestream on August 11, 2023.

This Gastrodon is based on the 2022 Pokemon World Championships Champion, Eduardo Cunha (@MeninoJardim)'s Gastrodon. During its matches, Gastrodon was able to consistently stay on the field and offer its support to its team. It was great at redirecting Water Type moves with its Storm Drain, controlling speed with Icy Wind, and disrupting the opponent with Yawn.

Pokemon World Championships Gastrodon Mystery Gift Full Details

Stretchy Form Tatsugiri Mystery Gift Code

In Person Distribution at the 2023 Pokemon World Championships

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - Tatsugiri Stretchy FormStretchy Form Tatsugiri
Pokeball
Held Item
Special Move Celebrate
Distribution Method Register a Fantasy Team
Distribution Limit First 10,000 People per Event
Event 1 Fantasy Team
Location 1 Online, USA
Event 2 Pokemon World Championships
Location 2 Yokohama, Japan
Start Date August 3, 2023
End Date August 14, 2023 (end of Worlds)

A Stretchy Form Tatsugiri was announced as a free in-person distribution at the Yokohama Pokemon World Championships, 2023, as well as for players in the United States who register a Fantasy Team. This Tatsugiri will be holding a Big Nugget, come in the Cherish Ball and have the special move Celebrate!

Note that only the first 10,000 people who apply for it in person, as well as the first 10,000 people who register a Fantasy Team for either TCG or VGC at the 2023 World Championships in Yokohama will be eligible.

Yokohama Celebrate Tatsugiri Mystery Gift Distribution

Pokemon Worlds Celebration Events

Pokemon World Championships 2023, Yokohama: Events and Guides
VGC World's Details World's Mystery Gifts World's Celebration Events
Popup Pokemon Center Regulation Format Qualification Guide
Fantasy Team

Worlds Events

Various events are scheduled throughout Yokohama, running from August 8th through the 14th. Applications to these events will be via lottery system. You can apply up to once per event per account.

Be sure to bring a smartphone or tablet to the event, as ticketing transactions will all be done electronically. There will also be no charging outlets or stations at the venues, so be prepared with fully charged devices.

Summer Festival Park

Summer Festival Park

Pokemon Worlds Celebration Events
Summer Festival Park Trainers Cruise We Move Drone Show Projection Show
Pikachu Outbreak Parade Pokegenic Photo Spots Pokemon x NHK Symphony Orchestra
Drink and Ice Shop Activity Zone Bayside Bus Ride

A special Summer Festival Park will be open througout Worlds Weekend, where you can find numerous Pokemon-themed stalls and activities.

Trainers Cruise

Trainers Cruise

Pokemon Worlds Celebration Events
Summer Festival Park Trainers Cruise We Move Drone Show Projection Show
Pikachu Outbreak Parade Pokegenic Photo Spots Pokemon x NHK Symphony Orchestra
Drink and Ice Shop Activity Zone Bayside Bus Ride

Trainers will be able to battle it out with other Trainers from around the globe aboard a luxury liner! To trade and battle with other trainers, it is encouraged that you bring your Nintendo Switch devices and TCG Decks!

Registration for the Trainers Cruise is now open. You can register through the Official Registration Form.

We Move Drone Show

We Move

Pokemon Worlds Celebration Events
Summer Festival Park Trainers Cruise We Move Drone Show Projection Show
Pikachu Outbreak Parade Pokegenic Photo Spots Pokemon x NHK Symphony Orchestra
Drink and Ice Shop Activity Zone Bayside Bus Ride

A special Drone show will be held at Rinko Park featuring Pikachu!

Imagination Into The Next: Projection Mapping Show

Imagination

Pokemon Worlds Celebration Events
Summer Festival Park Trainers Cruise We Move Drone Show Projection Show
Pikachu Outbreak Parade Pokegenic Photo Spots Pokemon x NHK Symphony Orchestra
Drink and Ice Shop Activity Zone Bayside Bus Ride

A special water show with projection mapping will be held at night featuring Pikachu and other Pokemon!

Let's Celebrate! The Pikachu Parade!

Lets Celebrate

Pokemon Worlds Celebration Events
Summer Festival Park Trainers Cruise We Move Drone Show Projection Show
Pikachu Outbreak Parade Pokegenic Photo Spots Pokemon x NHK Symphony Orchestra
Drink and Ice Shop Activity Zone Bayside Bus Ride

A parade featuring Pikachu, and numerous other Pokemon can be enjoyed during Worlds Weekend.

Pokegenic Photo Spots

Pokegenic

Pokemon Worlds Celebration Events
Summer Festival Park Trainers Cruise We Move Drone Show Projection Show
Pikachu Outbreak Parade Pokegenic Photo Spots Pokemon x NHK Symphony Orchestra
Drink and Ice Shop Activity Zone Bayside Bus Ride

Various Pokegenic photo spots will be seen throughout Yokohama, so have your cameras ready!

Pokemon x NHK Symphony Orchestra

Worlds Concert

Pokemon Worlds Celebration Events
Summer Festival Park Trainers Cruise We Move Drone Show Projection Show
Pikachu Outbreak Parade Pokegenic Photo Spots Pokemon x NHK Symphony Orchestra
Drink and Ice Shop Activity Zone Bayside Bus Ride

A special concert will be held at Pacifico Yokohama by the NHK Symphony Orchestra on August 10th, where they will play various songs from the Pokemon franchise!

Drink & Ice Shop by Pikachu Sweets

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Pokemon Worlds Celebration Events
Summer Festival Park Trainers Cruise We Move Drone Show Projection Show
Pikachu Outbreak Parade Pokegenic Photo Spots Pokemon x NHK Symphony Orchestra
Drink and Ice Shop Activity Zone Bayside Bus Ride

There will be limited time pop up stores throughout Yokohama's Worlds Celebration Event which will sell drinks and iced beverages.

Activity Zone

Activity Zone

Pokemon Worlds Celebration Events
Summer Festival Park Trainers Cruise We Move Drone Show Projection Show
Pikachu Outbreak Parade Pokegenic Photo Spots Pokemon x NHK Symphony Orchestra
Drink and Ice Shop Activity Zone Bayside Bus Ride

People will be able to gather at the Pacifico Conference Center, which becomes a Pokemon Activity Zone, where people can participate in games and festivities without the need for a spectator badge.

There will be a live streaming zone where people can watch the World Championships live.

A Tera Raid Battle area will be available, where players can participate in Tera Raid Battles.

The Pokemon Play Lab will be in attendance to teach players the Pokemon TCG.

A Pokemon GO Quiz Rally will be held when you visit Pokestops and answer questions about it.

People can also play Pokemon UNITE in a specified Play area.

An area for Pokemon TCG exhibitions will be set where you can see new Pokemon TCG products, or even play with them through a raffle.

These activities and many more will be available at the Activity Zone, so people who are not participating in the World Championships will still have plenty to do and enjoy.

Bayside Bus Ride

Bayside Bus Ride

Pokemon Worlds Celebration Events
Summer Festival Park Trainers Cruise We Move Drone Show Projection Show
Pikachu Outbreak Parade Pokegenic Photo Spots Pokemon x NHK Symphony Orchestra
Drink and Ice Shop Activity Zone Bayside Bus Ride

Bayside Blue buses throughout Yokohama will be decorated with Pokemon-themed decals to celebrate the Pokemon World Championships.

Pop-Up Pokemon Center

Pokemon World Championships 2023, Yokohama: Events and Guides
VGC World's Details World's Mystery Gifts World's Celebration Events
Popup Pokemon Center Regulation Format Qualification Guide
Fantasy Team

Yokohama VGC World Championships Exclusive Pokemon Store

Pokemon Center
A pop-up Pokemon Center made an appearance at the Pokemon World Championships at Yokohama, Japan.

World Championships Merchandise

Pokemon Worlds 2023 Yokohama Exclusive Merchandise

The World Championships in Yokohama will feature merchandise with exclusive commemorative designs. This has been the trend with all previous World Championships, with merchandise ranging from plushies, keychains, playmats, bags, and clothes.

Yokohama Worlds Backpack, TCG Pikachu Deck, Skateboard and T-Shirt Confirmed

Exclusive merchandise will be available for people at the World Championships, such as plushies and playmats, back packs and shirts.

2023 Pokemon World Championships Regulation and Format

Pokemon World Championships 2023, Yokohama: Events and Guides
VGC World's Details World's Mystery Gifts World's Celebration Events
Popup Pokemon Center Regulation Format Qualification Guide
Fantasy Team

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Regulation D Rules

Will Use Regulation D

The 2023 World Championship will be the first Major Tournament to feature Regulation D Rules.

The Regulation D ruleset allows for all Pokemon in the Paldea Pokedex, Paradox Pokemon, the four Treasures of Ruin, as well as Pokemon from Pokemon HOME, except for Koraidon, Miraidon, Walking Wake, Iron Leaves and other Restricted Pokemon.

Expected Regulations and Requirements

CheckmarkRegulation D to be used

CheckmarkPhysical or Digital copy of Pokemon Scarlet or Violet with the latest update installed

CheckmarkA fully charged Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch Lite system with working USB-C port

CheckmarkTeam of tournament-legal Pokemon

Banned Pokemon

Koraidon and Miraidon

Koraidon and Miraidon are banned from competitive play in Series 3. These Pokemon may be eligible by the time Regulation D is announced.

Koraidon ImageKoraidon Miraidon ImageMiraidon

Walking Wake and Iron Leaves

Although Walking Wake and Iron Leaves are Paradox Pokemon, they are banned from Regulation D.

Walking Wake ImageWalking Wake Iron Leaves ImageIron Leaves

Restricted Pokemon

Some Legendaries and Mythical Pokemon are Restricted Pokemon, and are banned from competitive play in Regulation D.

Mewtwo ImageMewtwo Mew ImageMew Kyogre ImageKyogre Groudon ImageGroudon
Rayquaza ImageRayquaza Palkia ImagePalkia Dialga ImageDialga Giratina (Altered Forme) ImageGiratina (Altered Forme)
Arceus ImageArceus Meloetta (Aria Forme) ImageMeloetta (Aria Forme) Diancie ImageDiancie Hoopa Unbound ImageHoopa Unbound
Volcanion ImageVolcanion Magearna ImageMagearna Zacian (Crowned Sword) ImageZacian (Crowned Sword) Zamazenta (Crowned Shield) ImageZamazenta (Crowned Shield)
Zarude ImageZarude Eternatus ImageEternatus Calyrex ImageCalyrex

Ranked Battle Regulation D: Rules and Banned Pokemon

VGC World Championships Qualification Guide

Pokemon World Championships 2023, Yokohama: Events and Guides
VGC World's Details World's Mystery Gifts World's Celebration Events
Popup Pokemon Center Regulation Format Qualification Guide
Fantasy Team

2023 Pokemon VGC World Championships Qualifications

Day One Invitations

Region Junior Qualifications Senior Qualifications Masters Qualifications
US and Canada 130 CP 130 CP 300 CP
Europe 100 CP 130 CP 250 CP
Latin America 100 CP 130 CP 200 CP
Oceania 100 CP 130 CP 200 CP
Middle East and South Africa 100 CP 130 CP 200 CP

According to the Official Pokemon website, Players in good standing who have earned the above number of Championship Points will be given invitations to participate in the Pokemon World Championships.

Day Two Invitations

Region Qualification
US and Canada Top 8 Players
Europe Top 16 Players
Latin America Top 8 Players
Oceania Top 4 Players
Japan, South Korea, and Asia Pacific Determined by each region's organized play system
Russia, Middle East, and South Africa Not Eligible

Additional invitations will be given out to top players, based on their ranking from which region they are in.

Points Awarded from Regional and International Tournaments

CP, or Championship Points are points awarded to players who participate in Regional or International tournaments. Points vary depending on the tournament, and the players placement.

Regional Championships Point System

Placement Championship Points
1 200 CP
2 160 CP
3~4 130
5~8 100 CP
9~16 80 CP
17~32 60 CP
33~64 50 CP
65~128 40 CP
129~256 30 CP

International Championships Point System

Placement Championship Points
1 500 CP
2 400 CP
3~4 320 CP
5~8 250 CP
9~16 200 CP
17~32 160 CP
33~64 160 CP
65~128 100 CP
129~256 80 CP
257~512 60 CP

2023 Pokemon World Championships Fantasy Team

Pokemon World Championships 2023, Yokohama: Events and Guides
VGC World's Details World's Mystery Gifts World's Celebration Events
Popup Pokemon Center Regulation Format Qualification Guide
Fantasy Team

Fantasy Team Pokemon World Championships 2023 - Pokemon SV
Players will be given the chance to take part in Fantasy Team which will allow players and spectators to earn prizes based on how Pokemon perform in the 2023 World Championships!

If you are in the US, first 10,000 registrants to create a team for VGC or TCG will be eligible for a Stretchy Form Tatsugiri code that can be redeemed in their copy of Pokemon Scarlet or Violet.

2023 Pokemon World Championships Fantasy Team

Related Guides

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All Ranked Battle Series (Regulations)

Event Description
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Series GRanked Battle Regulation H [LIVE] Ruleset: Paradox, Legendary, and Mythical Pokemon are banned in Regulation H!
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Series GRanked Battle Regulation G
Ruleset: Legendary Pokemon will finally be available in Regulation G!
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Regulation FRanked Battle Regulation F
(Series 6)
Ruleset: New and Returning Pokemon from Indigo Disk DLC will be available in Regulation F!
Regulation F Duration: 01/04/2024 ~ 04/30/2024
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Series ERanked Battle Regulation E
(Series 5)
Ruleset: New and Returning Pokemon from The Teal Mask DLC will be available in Regulation E!
Regulation E Duration: 10/1/2023 ~ 01/02/2024
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Series DRanked Battle Regulation D
(Series 4)
Ruleset: Pokemon transferred from Pokémon HOME except Restricted Pokemon will be available in Regulation D! (Regulation D)
Regulation D Duration: 7/1/2023 ~ 9/30/2023
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Regulation C Rules.pngRanked Battle Regulation C
(Series 3)
Ruleset: The Four Treasures of Ruin are available in Regulation C!
Regulation C Duration: 4/1/2023 ~ 6/30/2023
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Series 2 Rules.pngRanked Battle Series 2 (Regulation B) Ruleset: Paradox Pokemon can now be used in Series 2 (Regulation B)!
Duration: 2/1/2023 ~ 3/31/2023
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet SV - Ranked Battle SeriesRanked Battle Series 1 (Regulation A) Ruleset: Paradox and Legendary Pokemon are banned from competitive play!
Duration: 12/1/2022 ~ 1/31/2023

Ranked Battle Rules and Banned Pokemon

Current & Upcoming Online Competitions

Event Description
No active Online Competitions!

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