The Pokemon Company has begun registrations for Pokemon Sword And Shield‘s 2022 International Challenge February Online Competition, which includes a special participation prize.

The competition uses standard VGC double battle rules, with registration running from now till February 17th. As detailed previously, players who participate in at least 3 battles during the competition period from February 18th till February 20th will receive a Shiny Galarian Articuno as a participation prize, which is currently the only way to obtain the Pokemon legitimately.

Will you be taking part? Let us know in the comments.