The changing VGC rulesets and the release of two expansions, Isle of Armor and The Crown Tundra, maintained enthusiasm for Sword and Shield during lockdown.
The main stage, sandwiched by two red double decker buses, is decorated with landmarks from Tower Bridge to the London Eye.
Online tournaments too meant a wider net of players could compete without travel expenses – like other esports during the pandemic.
I remember the room exploding with awe and wonder about what a world championship in London would look like.
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