The Australian National Pokemon Championships Take Place This Weekend

And the competition is open to anyone.

It takes place at Melbourne Town Hall on July 13 (this Sunday) and registration opens at 8am. Players must bring their own 3DS/2DS/3DSXL and their own copy of Pokemon X/Y in order to compete.

It seems like a pretty big deal.

There are three different categories to compete in, with the top two in each division receiving flights and accommodation for the World Pokemon Championships in Washington, D.C. on 16-17 August, 2014.

Okay, so here are the age categories. Prepare to feel as old as shit.

– Junior Division: Born in 2003 or later

– Senior Division: Born in 1999, 2000, 2001, or 2002

– Masters Division: Born in 1998 or earlier

What division are you in if you were born in 1981? Should my heart even still be beating?

But even if you don’t want to compete, there’s plenty of things for fans of the ‘Mon to get involved with. There’s a Pokemon Cosplay comp with prizes to be won, a trade lounge, Pokemon movies and shows to be watched and merchandise to be drooled over. Click above to watch this year’s regionals for an idea of what to expect.

For more information head here.