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    Jetsplit
    Sorry for the delay! The results are now available for the FSBC Cup featuring Darkrai. This event utilized the Team Battle format and took place from May 18 to May 20.
     
    Those who placed in the top 100 have received their special titles for their accomplishments, so be sure to check the group in-game to receive your placement as well as your rewards.
     
    You can find the top 100 players from the FSBC Infinite Eclipse Cup below. Keep in mind these results are for North America specifically, as we do not have easy access to the Europe and Japan rankings. If you participated in either of these Group Matches and wish to have your region's rankings shared here, please email jetsplitbusiness@gmail.com.
     
    FSBC Infinite Eclipse Cup - NA Top 100
    1. Cecily
    Wins: 150 Location: United States 2. Zoom
    Wins: 65 Location: United States 3. Ultima_Kamari
    Wins: 59 Location: United States 4. Jazzy
    Wins: 48 Location: United States 5. YaBoi
    Wins: 47 Location: United States 6. Armored
    Wins: 44 Location: United States 6. Stephen
    Wins: 44 Location: United States 8. OvO_Nyctea_OvO
    Wins: 43 Location: Mexico 9. 21Savage
    Wins: 34 Location: United States 10. 87
    Wins: 32 Location: United States 11. Waled05
    Wins: 24 Location: United States 12. Tempus[T.G.]
    Wins: 22 Location: United States 12. pachenus
    Wins: 22 Location: United States 14. Nanaca
    Wins: 18 Location: Canada 15. winer
    Wins: 17 Location: United States 16. Mr.Victini
    Wins: 16 Location: United States 16. Zapak
    Wins: 16 Location: United States 18. HatsuneLuka
    Wins: 14 Location: United States 18. MrDanceCrazer
    Wins: 14 Location: United States 20. MiracleDonut
    Wins: 12 Location: United States 21. Rodrigo[CL]
    Wins: 11 Location: United States 22. ZapX9
    Wins: 10 Location: United States 22. Serene
    Wins: 10 Location: United States 22. SACLE
    Wins: 10 Location: United States 22. kev
    Wins: 10 Location: United States 22. TapuCocoa
    Wins: 10 Location: United States 22. Chris
    Wins: 10 Location: United States 22. Zach
    Wins: 10 Location: United States 22. devlinhart
    Wins: 10 Location: United States 30. MysteriaAura
    Wins: 9 Location: United States 30. DI|May
    Wins: 9 Location: United States 32. TheTorrentFire
    Wins: 8 Location: United States 32. Kolar
    Wins: 8 Location: United States 32. kuriboh
    Wins: 8 Location: Canada 32. J.Bel
    Wins: 8 Location: United States 32. Luka
    Wins: 8 Location: Mexico 32. Duff
    Wins: 8 Location: United States 38. Knux
    Wins: 7 Location: United States 38. Suraako
    Wins: 7 Location: United States 38. SonicSBL
    Wins: 7 Location: United States 41. PaperSak
    Wins: 6 Location: United States 41. Midas
    Wins: 6 Location: Canada 41. Tecmo
    Wins: 6 Location: United States 41. Felipe
    Wins: 6 Location: United States 41. destdragon
    Wins: 6 Location: United States 41. Von
    Wins: 6 Location: United States 41. Axnator
    Wins: 6 Location: Mexico 48. abby
    Wins: 5 Location: Canada 48. GreenArrow
    Wins: 5 Location: United States 48. Luxray
    Wins: 5 Location: United States 48. John
    Wins: 5 Location: United States 48. Raine
    Wins: 5 Location: United States 48. Jesse
    Wins: 5 Location: United States 54. Chris
    Wins: 4 Location: United States 54. Livi
    Wins: 4 Location: United States 54. RomanceDawn
    Wins: 4 Location: United States 54. kingAegislash
    Wins: 4 Location: United States 54. Alex
    Wins: 4 Location: United States 54. Rainforest
    Wins: 4 Location: United States 54. OshaOshawott
    Wins: 4 Location: United States 54. ken
    Wins: 4 Location: United States 54. デユアルデートルカリオ
    Wins: 4 Location: United States 63. WolfGamed
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. Tyler
    Wins: 3 Location: Canada 63. Gemini
    Wins: 3 Location: Canada 63. Alex
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. Victor
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. Anthony
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. McDonalds_WiFi
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. Parkus
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. Gladys
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. Sadvin
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. MagnusAndy
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. Carolyn
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. Zookorai
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. jc
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. Zaskyl
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. Ryan
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 63. Lyubit
    Wins: 3 Location: United States 80. [REDACTED]
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. DakrAura95
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. TFsebas5823
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. Triple-S
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. JonRobTom
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. allan
    Wins: 2 Location: Canada 80. Mordarus
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. Keegan
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. Shadowcat
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. Eve
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. vulcarona
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. UltraLit23
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. max
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. Valei
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. Gandelphox
    Wins: 2 Location: Canada 80. Derek
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. f0xtaR
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. Britteny
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. Weretrell
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. Cody
    Wins: 2 Location: United States 80. PokkWigglytuff
    Wins: 2 Location: United States  
    Did you enjoy the FSBC Infinite Eclipse Cup? What official Group Match are you still waiting for? Let us know in the comments below!
     
    Blue Link
    This last weekend, the city of Melbourne in Australia was the stage of one of the biggest fighting game tournaments of Oceania. With almost 900 competitors in 22 different games, Battle Arena Melbourne brought an immense amount of hype for the FGC of that region, and the Pokkén community was part of all of this, with 19 competitors in total competing to see who's the best!
     
     
    Midori from Japan was the champion of the event, with Antwerp and Jamesibell getting second and third place, respectively. You can check the full results and the brackets below:
     
    Battle Arena Melbourne 10: Full Results
    Bracket: https://smash.gg/tournament/battle-arena-melbourne-10/events/pokken-tournament-dx/overview
     
    1. Midori
    2. Antwerp
    3. Jamesibell
    4. DanDandy
    5. Boozer
    5. Sir Banana
    7. FGA Aurachi
    7. DaBeast
     
    9. Juicy Penguin
    9. AwakenedBeing
    9. Malicious_Maverick
    9. Villyness
    13. Lucia
    13. SebPro101
    13. nanoda
    13. Midonnay
     
    17. EXKenCel
    17. ShockWavee
    17. Cod
     
    Jetsplit
    The highly anticipated Battle For Castelia took place today, featuring a large number of top North American players. The event featured some fantastic play and was streamed by the incredibly talented bifuteki, so make sure to check out the VOD if you missed the stream!
     
    Editor's Note: Usually I would try to flesh these introductions out more, but I have a lot to do in preparation for hosting AR Play tomorrow. Let's just skip to the results!
     
     
     
    Battle For Castelia: Full Results
    Bracket: https://smash.gg/tournament/battle-for-castelia/events/pokk-n-dx-singles/overview
     
    1. BxA Twixxie 
    2. Maverick 
    3. InC RoksoTheSavage 
    4. Mins 
    5. Kamon 
    5. InC Flegar 
    7. PG Coach Steve 
    7. Oreo 
     
    9. McDareth 
    9. Just_Kenny 
    9. Euclase 
    9. BmX 
    13. Brett 
    13. ShibaRoll 
    13. Son_Dula 
    13. ReyDelEmpire 
     
    17. JigglerJoggler 
    17. Zucchini 
    17. WD SuperTiso 
    17. Vivi 
    17. BxA Jamm 
    17. HBA NuzzleMaster 
    17. Tastumaki Hokage 
    17. MezMaroon 
     
    25. dDx 
    25. Lupo 
    25. MaxClawson 
    25. EveryDamnDay 
    25. Mr.Pink 
    25. Espeon 
    25. Mischief (DQ)
     
    Did you miss any of the action at Battle For Castelia? Be sure to check out the VOD to get caught up!
     
    Jetsplit
    The next FSBC Cup has begun. The Darkrai themed FSBC Infinite Eclipse Cup began earlier today (May 18) and will conclude on Sunday, May 20. The event will use the Team Battle format.
     
    Like with all of the official FSBC Cups, there will be a special title given to all participants. Remember that to receive your special title, you must play at least one match to completion. The "League Master" titles will once again be awarded to the top 100 competitors.
     
    You can find the full details for the FSBC Infinite Eclipse Cup below.
     

     
    Dates
    Start: 5/18/18 8AM PT
    End: 5/20/18 10PM PT
     
    Note: Battles will only be ranked between 8AM and 10PM PT each day.
     
    Format
    VS Mode: Team Battle
    Skill Level: Off
    Rematch: No
    Battle Stage: Fixed Battle Arena
     
    Participation Prize
    Participants will receive a special "Infinite Eclipse" title based on Darkrai.
     
    Note: To earn the Participation Prize, players must play one match to completion during the ranking times listed above.
     
    Ranking Prizes
    Places 1 - 10: 
    Places 11 - 30: 
    Places 31 - 60: 
    Places 61 - 100: 
     
    Jetsplit
    As was reported in our original update post, Japan received official patch notes for Version 1.3.1 earlier today. This patch made a lot of bug fixes, as well as some balance changes to various Battle and Support Pokémon.
     
    kaloncpu57 - someone who helped lab a lot of the changes that were listed in the unofficial Community Patch Notes - has graciously translated and written out the official Patch Notes in English for us.
     
    Without further ado, here are the official Patch Notes for Pokkén Tournament DX Version 1.3.1, translated by kaloncpu57.
     
    LEGEND
    Buffs Nerfs Adjustments Bug Fixes  
    SYSTEM CHANGES
     
    BATTLE POKÉMON
     
    SUPPORT POKÉMON
    Jetsplit
    Well, this is a surprise! Pokkén Tournament DX has just received a new update!
     
    Players are, right now, starting up their Nintendo Switch consoles to find a new update for Pokkén has arrived. It's unknown what this update contains at this time, but rest assured we will be sharing verified news as it comes.
     
    Stay tuned!
     
    Update 6:44 PM PT: So far, it appears only bug fixes were made. The update brings the game to version "1.3.1".
     
    Update 9:10 PM PT: The community has only been able to find two changes, with both being bug fixes. First, the ability to use grounded moves in the air (commonly referred to as "floaties" or "aerodynamics") has been removed. Second, FangShaymin has confirmed that the Restand Glitch has also been removed. This further suggests the update is only for bug fixes. However, we will continue to update if anything else is discovered.
     
    Update 9:53 PM PT: Balance changes confirmed! Mega Rayquaza now has a much faster charge time, taking 10 seconds to charge instead of 40. Stay tuned for more potential news!
     
    Update 10:20 PM PT: More changes for both Supports AND Fighters! kaloncpu57 discovered that Celebi has been buffed to now launch when Phase Shifting from Field to Duel, and slippingbug discovered that Blastoise's backward light attack has been adjusted to have increased knockback. Now that numerous balance changes have been discovered, Patch Notes will be listed below. The official Nintendo website states the update only affected DLC content.
     
    Update 11:22 PM PT: Mikukey has discovered that Blastoise's forward light attack now causes a crumple state.
     
    Update 11:31 PM PT: Mikukey has also discovered that Blastoise's down light attack has increased clash priority.
     
    Update 12:00 AM PT: According to the Nintendo Switch's Japanese News app, the official Japanese Patch Notes will be released on May 18. In the meantime, we will continue to provide unofficial Patch Notes based on the community's findings.
     
    Update 12:30 AM PT: Our coverage is going to end here for tonight. We'll be back tomorrow with any more potential findings. Good night!
     
    Update 11:34 AM PT: Good morning! The community has discovered a few more changes through the night. First, galladeknight31 has discovered that Empoleon's forward dash has been buffed to allow other actions sooner. Second, Wingtide has discovered that Aegislash's Parry now has increased scaling. And lastly, Double and FangShaymin have discovered that Braixen can now begin charging various Supports while they are still active - an ability that was previously exclusive to Mew and Magikarp. These Empoleon and Braixen buffs are the first confirmation of balance changes outside of the DLC Pokémon.
     
    Update 11:50 AM PT: TheJrJam also discovered yesterday that Croagunk's just frame has been removed. We were waiting to get verification from another Croagunk player before reporting on this, which we have now received from Boolerex. While this is a bug fix, it can also definitely be considered a nerf for Croagunk.
     
    LEGEND
    Buffs Nerfs Adjustments Bug Fixes  
    SYSTEM CHANGES
     
    BATTLE POKÉMON
     
    SUPPORT POKÉMON
    Blue Link
    The registration for the North American Pokkén Tournament World Championship qualifier has opened today!
     
    The event will take place at the city of Columbus in Ohio on July 6th through 8th. The entry fee is $60 for the Masters Division (competitors born in 2002 or earlier), $40 for the Seniors Division (competitors born in 2003 or later) and can be done on the link below:
     
    https://pokemon.rk9labs.com/register/18-07-000000
     
    The Top 4 for Masters Division and the Top 2 for Seniors Division will get invites, flights and hotel rooms to the Pokémon World Championships that will happen in Nashville, Tennessee on August. Aside from that, many more prizes awaits those who perform well at this event:
     
    Masters Division
     
    1st place: $1,250 and Worlds invitation 2nd place: $1,000 and Worlds invitation 3rd place: $750 and Worlds invitation 4th place: $600 and Worlds invitation 5th place tie: $450 each 7th place tie: $250 each  
    Senior Division
     
    1st place: Nintendo Switch console, 72 Pokémon Trading Card Game booster packs, and Worlds invitation 2nd place: Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, 36 Pokémon Trading Card Game booster packs, and Worlds invitation 3rd place: 36 Pokémon Trading Card Game booster packs  
    For more information about the qualifier check out the official website of the event:
     
    https://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/internationals/2018/north-america/about/
    skysmaug384
    Official Pokkén Arena Jesreys are now available for order at DashThreadsCo.com! 
     
     
     
    Price: $39.99
     
     
    Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL
     
     
     
    Product Details:
    Designed & Produced by DashThreads Amazing Design with color that never fades, cracks, or peels Features your Gamertag & Real Name (displayed as you enter them) Soft breathing material of 100% Polyester to keep you moving in comfort Sizing is fitting so it is suggested to order a size up for a looser & comfortable fit NO Returns or Exchanges due to being custom made Ships out 3-5 weeks after ordering  
    You can get one (or more) right now right here!
     
     
    Jetsplit
    The special online Victory Road 2 tournament has concluded! With over 100 entrants - and many of those entrants being very high level competitors - there was some fantastic competition throughout yesterday's event. There were over 10 Twitch streamers broadcasting their tournament matches, so be sure to catch up on the VODs if you missed anything!
     
    Of course, a big thank you goes out to Burnside for hosting this event in support of Doghouse Esports, as well as everyone else who helped with running the tournament. And of course, thank you to all of the competitors who participated in the event, reported their matches, and supported the streams to help make this event what it was! It's thanks to everyone's support that there will be a professional Pokkén stream at DreamHack Austin next month.
     
    Below are the full results for Victory Road 2.
     
    Victory Road 2: Full Results
    Bracket: https://smash.gg/tournament/victory-road-2/events/pokken-tournament-dx/standings
     
    1. BxA Twixxie 
    2. Burnside 
    3. InC Flegar 
    4. Ashgreninja1 
    5. StDx ALLISTER 
    5. Mins 
    7. InC RoksoTheSavage 
    7. TA slippingbug 
     
    9. ShyGuyTy
    9. PuppyHavoc
    9. Kira
    9. TheJrJam
    13. Oreo
    13. Bolimar
    13. PaperSak
    13. OrlandoFox
     
    17. N8
    17. TapuCocoa
    17. INGY Fabilous
    17. PG Coach Steve
    17. Pokedude
    17. PlayThib
    17. Kamon
    17. bendy
     
    25. MR.VicTE
    25. Osohe Ghost
    25. teapS
    25. YaBoy
    25. Kino
    25. Degaba
    25. UDL
    25. Six
     
    33. Serpentriss
    33. SMET
    33. Boolerex
    33. Bosshog
    33. ThankSwalot
    33. SKDale
    33. LiveWithDave
    33. Euclase
    33. kaloncpu57
    33. Fiora
    33. Aegis
    33. motherlatias
    33. Helios42
    33. NG-Obscure
    33. Dunkin'
    33. Jourd
     
    49. Jazzy
    49. Enigma
    49. Hackerz
    49. Huwie
    49. Braedon
    49. RhythmParfait
    49. rapiD
    49. WimitBwaix
    49. Rambon 99
    49. Geki
    49. TCL Zeta
    49. RickyThe3rd
    49. InC Sketchy Smeargle
    49. Marx
    49. WD SuperTiso
    49. MasK
     
    65. NeonBlack
    65. AuraMasterLucario
    65. IllusoryPhoenix
    65. Candroo
    65. INGY xImDragon
    65. ShibaRoll
    65. SunnyKimball
    65. ☆PikaYuki☆
    65. Woomy!
    65. KUWAKU
    65. Zoljinx
    65. Alpha
    65. GoldCat
    65. Nullshock
    65. GaleAria
    65. Kiatrox
    65. RaggedKnowledge
    65. DevlinHart
    65. Redblur44
    65. AllyKat
    65. Lobotronix
    65. Rivera
    65. C8 Darrian
    65. INGY Wingtide
    65. TF toraplu
    65. StDx Munster
    65. TimeGear
    65. ICN KandiSAI
    65. RedyWill
    65. Shady Oak
    65. JigglerJoggler
    65. Kerif
     
    97. Zaskyl
    97. Rizaia
    97. Queen Evil Fluffy
    97. Dramidan
    97. Edo
    97. PEG DeNik
    97. D4rk
     
    Jetsplit
    The second Victory Road tournament will be taking place today, Saturday, May 12!
     
    For those who aren't caught up on Victory Road 2, the tournament is the sequel to the incredibly successful online Victory Road tournament that took place during the #PokkenEvo campaign. When Pokkén was announced as one of the titles in running for the final Evo 2017 slot, the Pokkén community worked together to raise tens of thousands of dollars for the donation drive. While Pokkén did not secure the final slot, the campaign was a massive success that showed the perseverance and passion of our community, and Victory Road was one (of many) reasons for the campaign's success!
     
    Like its predecessor, Victory Road 2 was announced as part of a campaign to raise funds for a worthy cause. The sequel event was created to help raise funds to get Doghouse Esports to Dreamhack Austin 2018, and it was a success! Now, any future donations for Victory Road 2 will be going towards making the Pokkén event at Dreamhack Austin even better, including getting talented players and casters such as Burnside to the event!
     
    Also like with the first Victory Road, the tournament is free to enter, but donations are strongly encouraged in place of a bracket entry fee. Please consider supporting the event and the campaign it's supporting however you can!
     

     
    Victory Road 2
    May 12, 2018
    _____________________________________
     
    Streams:
    ALLISTER Munster Burnside Coach Steve RoksoTheSavage Twixxie Mins KandiSAI LiveWithDave  
    Not all of these players are guaranteed to stream their matches during Victory Road 2, but there is a good chance that at least some of them will be. Alternatively, check out Pokkén's Twitch game directory to see all of the streamers broadcasting the event!
     
    Schedule:
    (Times are in Eastern Time)
     
    6:30 PM: Check-Ins Start
    7:00 PM: Tournament Starts
     
    Registration:
    Donate your desired entry donation here (minimum $0, suggested $10). Click on this link to register for the event. Read the information on the event page to prepare yourself for today's competition.  
    A reminder that donating is strongly encouraged, as one of the main purposes of this event is to raise funds. Donating will also get your name entered into the raffle for the event!
     
    Prizes:
    All entrants who also make a donation will be entered into a raffle to win a Pokkén Tournament HORI Pad signed by the Top 8 of the Dreamhack Austin 2018 Pokkén bracket*!
     
    *Prize to be shipped in early June.
     
    Notable Entrants Include:
     StDx ALLISTER   StDx Munster   Burnside   PG Coach Steve   InC RoksoTheSavage   BxA Twixxie   Mins   ICN KandiSAI   LiveWithDave   slippingbug  ThankSwalot  Bolimar  Oreo  UDL  teapS  INGY Wingtide  JGG madluk  kaloncpu57  OrlandoFox  Six  SKDale  MasK  
    Please understand that even with the above list being as long as it is, it barely scratches the surface when it comes to how many high level players are competing in Victory Road 2. Don't stop at the list above - go look at the full attendees list on smash.gg!
     
    Bracket and More Information:
    https://smash.gg/tournament/victory-road-2/details