What are Pokemon Cards?
"For more than 15 years, kids all over the world have been discovering the enchanting world of Pokémon. Today, the Pokémon family of products includes video games, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the Pokémon animated TV series, movies, toys, and much more. The games encourage strategic thinking and, in many cases, basic math skills. Pokémon puts a strong emphasis on good sportsmanship and respect for other players, as well. And many parents feel that the Pokémon TCG and Pokémon video games encourage their children to learn to read, since reading is required in most Pokémon games."
How do you play the Pokemon Trading Card Game?
"In the Pokémon Trading Card Game, players build decks around their favorite Pokémon and then play against each other, sending their Pokémon into battle to prove who the best Pokémon Trainer is. Players can begin with theme decks—preconstructed decks designed to cover the basics of the game. Then, they can augment their card collections with booster packs that provide more cards, letting players develop more diverse decks. With thousands of cards to choose from, the game is never the same twice. The Pokémon Company International releases four sets of cards, called “expansions,” each year, so the game continues to evolve and expand for both players and collectors."
For a detailed online tutorial on how to play the TCG go here.
How expensive are Pokemon Cards? How much do I need to get started?
Pokemone card prices vary widely depending on how rare or demanded a card is. For the purposes of learning and playing the TCG; most cost effective product would be to invest in a "Theme Deck". They are widely available wherever Pokemon cards are sold. At Irvine League, we will provide a couple of Theme Decks to use. We will also help build and provide missing cards if you child is missing a necessary card. It is also standard practice at Leagues to use "Proxy Cards"; they are simply -home-made- copies of rare or expensive cards for the purpose of playing and testing a deck. It costs virtually nothing to start playing at Irvine Leagues; you child will enjoy hours of fun and entertainment and walk away with lot of new, exciting cards for free.
We believe in providing a Safe Environment for you child to Learn the Pokemon TCG and Individual Pokemon Cards. You will Never- be pressured to Purchase, Sell or Trade a card; or Pay to Learn or Play. The Pokemon TCG is designed so that you will Not loose a card(s) if you loose a game.
Is Irvine Leagues an Official League?
Irvine League is currently an unofficial Pokemon TCG League, which means we are not officially registered with the Pokemon Company. Our hope is that we can eventually build enough of critical mass that we can apply to become an official league. To find an official league you can go here. Irvine Leagues emphasis the same core values of Pokemon.
Is Irvine Leagues a Drop Off program?
We are Not a drop-off gathering; but we do provide indirect supervision for your kids if parents like to stick around locally. Of course all parents are always welcome to hang out and encouraged to play with your kids. We ultimately can't be liable for your kids, since we don't offer a sign-in program & meet in public gathering spaces. Irvine Leagues is designing Drop Off programs such as Pokemon Camps, more information to follow soon.
Does Irvine Leagues offer Merchandise or can I donate to the group?
Irvine Leagues do believe in partnering and supporting local businesses. Your patronage to the physical store/location the League is meeting at or the online stores will definitely benefit the League. We will not turn down any monetary donations as well as used Card donations. We will absolutely make sure all resources are put to good use. We do what we do, as a passion for the game and for the community.
"For more than 15 years, kids all over the world have been discovering the enchanting world of Pokémon. Today, the Pokémon family of products includes video games, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the Pokémon animated TV series, movies, toys, and much more. The games encourage strategic thinking and, in many cases, basic math skills. Pokémon puts a strong emphasis on good sportsmanship and respect for other players, as well. And many parents feel that the Pokémon TCG and Pokémon video games encourage their children to learn to read, since reading is required in most Pokémon games."
How do you play the Pokemon Trading Card Game?
"In the Pokémon Trading Card Game, players build decks around their favorite Pokémon and then play against each other, sending their Pokémon into battle to prove who the best Pokémon Trainer is. Players can begin with theme decks—preconstructed decks designed to cover the basics of the game. Then, they can augment their card collections with booster packs that provide more cards, letting players develop more diverse decks. With thousands of cards to choose from, the game is never the same twice. The Pokémon Company International releases four sets of cards, called “expansions,” each year, so the game continues to evolve and expand for both players and collectors."
For a detailed online tutorial on how to play the TCG go here.
How expensive are Pokemon Cards? How much do I need to get started?
Pokemone card prices vary widely depending on how rare or demanded a card is. For the purposes of learning and playing the TCG; most cost effective product would be to invest in a "Theme Deck". They are widely available wherever Pokemon cards are sold. At Irvine League, we will provide a couple of Theme Decks to use. We will also help build and provide missing cards if you child is missing a necessary card. It is also standard practice at Leagues to use "Proxy Cards"; they are simply -home-made- copies of rare or expensive cards for the purpose of playing and testing a deck. It costs virtually nothing to start playing at Irvine Leagues; you child will enjoy hours of fun and entertainment and walk away with lot of new, exciting cards for free.
We believe in providing a Safe Environment for you child to Learn the Pokemon TCG and Individual Pokemon Cards. You will Never- be pressured to Purchase, Sell or Trade a card; or Pay to Learn or Play. The Pokemon TCG is designed so that you will Not loose a card(s) if you loose a game.
Is Irvine Leagues an Official League?
Irvine League is currently an unofficial Pokemon TCG League, which means we are not officially registered with the Pokemon Company. Our hope is that we can eventually build enough of critical mass that we can apply to become an official league. To find an official league you can go here. Irvine Leagues emphasis the same core values of Pokemon.
Is Irvine Leagues a Drop Off program?
We are Not a drop-off gathering; but we do provide indirect supervision for your kids if parents like to stick around locally. Of course all parents are always welcome to hang out and encouraged to play with your kids. We ultimately can't be liable for your kids, since we don't offer a sign-in program & meet in public gathering spaces. Irvine Leagues is designing Drop Off programs such as Pokemon Camps, more information to follow soon.
Does Irvine Leagues offer Merchandise or can I donate to the group?
Irvine Leagues do believe in partnering and supporting local businesses. Your patronage to the physical store/location the League is meeting at or the online stores will definitely benefit the League. We will not turn down any monetary donations as well as used Card donations. We will absolutely make sure all resources are put to good use. We do what we do, as a passion for the game and for the community.