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How do esports work?
Esports, or electronic sports, are organised video game competitions. While Pokemon TCG uses physical cards, its competitive structure with tournaments, rankings, and championships mirrors the esports world. Players like Declan train to master strategies and compete for titles, much like professional video game players.
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