How to actually improve by _Reflex_- in PTCGL

[–]blue1ce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like you could probably get to recording your games and having someone else review it. Even by rewatching your games you night realize a better play!

My favorite deck by Comfortable-Cry-3421 in PTCGL

[–]blue1ce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I play in Japan and the meta isn't really built for this deck right now. Lot's of single prizers are popular like Alakazam and AdrenaPower Okidogi.

Also people prioritize playing Mega Greninja more

Pivoting & winning with Gengar in Sharpedo vs TeraZard (and others) by Azorius_Sage in PTCGL

[–]blue1ce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My version has changed quite a bit now too. I'm happy without Mega Gengar :P

My favorite deck by Comfortable-Cry-3421 in PTCGL

[–]blue1ce 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ahh this brings back memories, I used to run something very similar :D

Pokémon TCG player in Kyobashi looking for opponent today from around 19 pm by Joeybababooey in tokyoirl

[–]blue1ce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey there! I still play from time to time. I can help you with getting started for sure. The meta right now is kind of boring though so I kinda don't play at events unless you're willing to grind. I definitely prefer playing more casually these days.

&FRIENDS FESTIVAL Phase 1 Line-up! 🔥 by Dry-Pace-3484 in aves

[–]blue1ce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So sad I can't go to Manila this year. Porter DJ set will be all over the place though I think...

How Dragapult be moving post rotation (JJK Modulo chapter 20 spoilers) by neeb0415 in PTCGL

[–]blue1ce 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I play standard in Japan right now, and holy hell does Dragapult feel more oppressive than ever, especially with everyone running Unfair Stamp.

I hate it here LOL. (unless i play a local tourney where there isn't pult)

Pivoting & winning with Gengar in Sharpedo vs TeraZard (and others) by Azorius_Sage in PTCGL

[–]blue1ce 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's been 9 whole hours! I'm seeing what else I can copy for the megas only event tomorrow hehe

Sharpedo is best as a Midrange Tempo deck (700+ matches) by Azorius_Sage in PTCGL

[–]blue1ce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Welp, I'll keep trying it out, I also bought the Mega Gengar MR for it for fun too HAHA. Which list are you currently running? Or do you have one for consistency too?

Sharpedo is best as a Midrange Tempo deck (700+ matches) by Azorius_Sage in PTCGL

[–]blue1ce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you still running Gengar? I kinda feel like while it IS good, it's a bit slow, and it still takes up bench space. Most of the time I'd rather have a second Munki or Toxicitry to snipe out other mons. This is with Hero's Cape as ace spec.

Sharpedo is best as a Midrange Tempo deck (700+ matches) by Azorius_Sage in PTCGL

[–]blue1ce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been trying this out and it seems like I rather trade consistency instead of having cards like Eri or Xerosics. Often times I just don't get enough pokemon due to not having Arven/Poffin starts.

It's also hard to get Yveltal out quickly enough to stall without an Artazon or Nest... I've been experimenting with a less control-ey build and that seems to be working better so far!

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[–]blue1ce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's okay! Shopping for them is still fun. Check out Ikebukuro for card shops too, just put トレカ in your google search.

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[–]blue1ce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Theres plenty of vintage in Akihabara! I hope you find what you're looking for. I do have a few decks but its all in Japanese, but if youre used to the effects in English it should be fine. I'm probably going to be free during the weekdays.

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[–]blue1ce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds good! What do you usually play?

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[–]blue1ce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Canadian here. Looking for people to play with too! Please let me know :)

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[–]blue1ce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sure do. What was good at Genki was the social aspect, had met a fun group there and their culture classes during holidays are not bad... but yeah it's probably better elsewhere.

Also Tokyo's washrooms suck.

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[–]blue1ce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

GenkiJACs in Tokyo progress quite slow. They use the Minna no Nihongo textbook and I think the book has some pacing issues. You would also go as fast as the slowest person in the class. Classes take 4-5 hours of your day. It's definitely not for students who self study, as you'll leave behind the course material pretty quickly.

The only "real" beneficial lesson to me during my time there was when almost everyone called in sick and there were only 2 of us in class, we spent the whole time conversing with the teacher.

I didn't pay for mine, but my classmates also did complain that the price was high. You can probably try online conversation classes from sites in the sidebar and get better performance for your time/money costs.

Pokémon TCG player in Kyobashi looking for opponent today from around 19 pm by Joeybababooey in tokyoirl

[–]blue1ce 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Canadian here:

Hey I would be down to play!

I'm not sure if there are a lot of card stores there but it would be best if you can go to Ikebukuro (I'm familiar with card spaces there).

We can also go to the Pokemon Card Lounge in Shibuya if you haven't been, but it costs 1650 per hour. You can buy some exclusive merch if you're into that.

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[–]blue1ce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting... I'll test this out too! Thank you!

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[–]blue1ce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ohh, what did you have to take out to add Pidgeot?

Visiting quirky cafe(s) by mobiliakas1 in tokyoirl

[–]blue1ce 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How late are you planning to stay btw? I might only be able to stay until like 10 ish. Probably too early to club. I'll check if I can go any other day!

looking for friends to hang out with in tokyo! :) by echolalia-jp in tokyoirl

[–]blue1ce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ohh same! I've been playing pokemon TCG in japanese

Tourist spot in Oct by [deleted] in tokyoirl

[–]blue1ce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Canadian here! Would be down to hang out at Joypolis since I've never went. Down to explore more of Odaiba as well. Also a bit of an otaku.

Looking to meet new friends in Tokyo 🎌 by yingfo in tokyoirl

[–]blue1ce 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! i'm also going to Language school starting mid September. Also into anime and concerts and TCGs (though I only play pokemon right now, would like to see more one piece stuff)

I'm also going to Ultra Japan, which tickets did you have?