Twelve Pokemon Association

Origins


The Twelve Pokemon Association was established in the year 2007 by a group of Pokemon enthusiasts within the Twelve Forums. It was originally created by Darkshaunz, who co-founded it alongside fellow trainers - Arlaris and Oli. Later, the trio were joined by other members that eventually became a part of the first Elite Four and to the present-day Certified Pokemon Type Masters.

The association was created as a way to give Twelve Pokemon trainers a place to meet up, trade and battle amongst each other. Although trading does happen ocassionally, the primary purpose of the association is to hold combat tournaments in a unique style decided by the original founding members. It was decided that trainers would fight with "Raw" Pokemon with no item boosting or technical machines. Additionally, Pokemon used in battles do not hold items and are part of "One type specialty/Hybrid" teams. There were also themed Pokemon events in the past (ie: Bug Pokemon only, or Normal Pokemon only).

The association is a Twelve recognized authority that holds sanctioned Twelve events.

Membership Requirements

 * The complete acceptance of the Twelve Pokemon Association's Code of Honour.
 * Twelvian forum member in good standing with his or her peers.
 * Three level 50+ Pokemon sharing one similar type.
 * Compatible WiFi connection and a legitimate Nintendo DS friendcode.

Type Master Trials


The Type Master trial is a peer-evaluated examination that is held with a minimum of four association members. Of the four members, the Adjudicator must also be present to assess and determine the passing score of the candidate(s) in question.

Combat is done as a 3 on 3 single battle with wonder launcher turned off, level 50 cap limit and special rule (No legendary pokemon) implemented. Candidates pass or fail the assessment based on the total number of Pokemon KOs they manage to inflict on their opponents. Bonus scores may be awarded to the participant if they perform admirably against an opponent that has a clear type advantage.

The grading team usually consists of the Adjudicator and returning type masters that have gone through the trials themselves in the past. Upon meeting the necessary KO requirement for the day, the candidate is promoted from a Type Specialist (Association Member) to the rank of Certified TYPE MASTER. In several cases, a physical certificate is awarded to those that pass their trials.

Trials are commonly held only when a candidate indicates interest in the [http://www.imtwelve.com/forum/4035--o-shin-pokemon-dojo-o-? official thread]. They are usually hosted on the weekends, with matches starting as early as noon. Unlike the NSL, brackets are not drawn beforehand - as players will play everyone in attendance in a battle royale fashion.

Certified Twelve Type Masters (Present)
Adjudicator Darkshaunz - Flying

Type Master Popolo - Ground

Type Master Oli - Fighting

Type Master Arlaris - Ghost

Type Master Celenas - Bug

Type Master Wastey - Dark

Type Master Ryoto - Rock

Type Master DecceD - Normal

Type Master Kkaril - Fire

Legacy Title Holders (Inactive)


Legacy titles are ranks earned and held by Association members from past themed weekly tournaments hosted by Darkshaunz. The old format was 6 v 6 single battle, special rule with level 50 cap on Pokemon teams.

Elite Four Spoon - Steel

Elite Four Arlaris - Ghost

Elite Four Oli - Ice

Elite Four Retsgip - Normal