Lightning Event: Back-to-Basics
Difficulty: LOW

"BACK-TO-BASICS" RULES

Get back to basics with simple strategies from just 3 sets that focus on Pokemon from the original generation!

Modified Unlimited Format
Decks are not required to be legal in any particular TCG format.  You may use any cards available in PTCGO that meet the requirements for this event as outlined below. 

DECK RULES
Every Pokémon, Trainer, and Special Energy card in your deck must be from the following sets:
- Evolutions
- Generations (Main Set)
- Hidden Fates (Main Set)

​Note: You may only use the cards found in the main sets.  Radiant Collection (RC) & Shiny Vault (SV) cards are NOT allowed.

You may also use any Basic Energy of your choice (no restrictions on type or quantity).

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LIMITED CARD LIST
You may have no more than 4 cards (combined total) from this list in your deck:
- Pokemon EX
- Pokemon GX
- Red Card
​- Team Flare Grunt
*Example: You could run 2 Pokemon-GX, 1 Pokemon-EX, and 1 Red Card.

BANNED CARD
- Moltres & Zapdos & Articuno GX

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Basic Pokemon Rule: You must have at least 8 Basic Pokemon in your deck.

* You may use alternate printings of cards as long as they have the same name & function as a card in one of the eligible sets.

There are no additional rules or requirements beyond what is specifically stated above.  If a card fits all the rules, you may use it in your deck.  If a card does not fit all the rules, it may not be used - there are no exceptions.
SUBMIT DECKLIST

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Players are responsible for researching their deck-building options and ensuring the legality of their deck.  But to spark some ideas, the images below show the Pokemon eligible for use in the event (organized by type).