Unleash the Storm
Who We Are
The Reno Lightning bring the storm to the Pantheon Football League (PFL). Built on speed, voltage, and vengeance, this franchise embodies pure electrical fury—lighting up the arena with every snap, strike, and touchdown.
With god-tier branding, thunder-powered visuals, and mythic momentum, the Lightning are ready to surge through the indoor football world.
Why Reno
Untapped Sports Market — first-mover advantage in Northern Nevada
Growing Young Population — prime for streaming and digital engagement
Low Venue Overhead — cost-effective operations with major fan impact
Strong Regional Identity — rugged, fast, and loyal like the team itself
Cross-State Fan Reach — easily accessible to Northern California and Las Vegas audiences
Investment Opportunity
We are offering exclusive early-stage equity opportunities in the Reno Lightning franchise for select investors and brand partners.
Your capital powers:
“The Storm Cell” arena design (electric glyphs, thunder FX, strobe-light entrances)
Bolt, the Lightning Titan mascot — a mountain-sized fan favorite
Lightning-trimmed uniforms and collectible apparel lines
High-voltage trailer production and HelioVision+ coverage
Grassroots fan events, game-day rituals, and player development pipelines
Full investment deck, forecasts, and team roadmap available on request.
What Sets the Lightning Apart?
Electrifying Brand Identity: Navy, gold, and storm-silver color palette with bolt glyphs
Arena FX: Lightning strikes before kickoffs, Tesla coil-style sound effects, and LED-laced walls
Mascot Power: Bolt, the Living Titan, smashes the cliff-edge podium to ignite the crowd
Fan Experience: Thunder drums, lightning chants, and mid-game flash rituals
Equity Tier Levels – Reno Lightning
Founding Investor Opportunities | Storm Season 2025–2026
TIER I — LORDS OF THE STORM
Equity: 10–15% Ownership
Minimum Investment: $500,000+
Includes:
Co-ownership stake in the Reno Lightning franchise
Full decision-making rights on team direction, expansion, and operations
VIP branding: end zone logo, thunder tunnel, or jersey patch
Executive Producer title on HelioVision+ Lightning cinematic content
All-access lifetime pass to Lightning home games and Pantheon Cup events
Quarterly “Storm Council” with team leadership
Revenue share from merchandise, ticketing, and broadcast content
Founders medallion with Lightning bolt crest (silver-gold inlay)
TIER II — BOLT PARTNER
Equity: 5–9% Ownership
Minimum Investment: $250,000
Includes:
Partial franchise equity with collaborative rights on creative campaigns
Sponsor branding during halftime strikes, screen visuals, and player entrances
First-look access to Lightning-exclusive merch and collectible lines
Bolt Field Badge + VIP seats with backfield tunnel access
Co-branded activations on HelioVision+
Private dinner and preview of unreleased Lightning media assets
TIER III — CHARGED BACKER
Equity: 1–4% Ownership
Minimum Investment: $100,000
Includes:
Minority ownership rights
Recognition on the official Storm Wall in Lightning arena
Field-day walkthrough with mascot Bolt + player intros
Priority invites to merch previews, NFT releases, and media events
Investor-only Lightning fashion capsule
TIER IV — ARC CIRCLE (Convertible Note / Sponsorship)
Minimum Contribution: $25,000+
Includes:
Convertible note with future equity access
Name etched in the “Arc Ring” digital display in arena halls
Access to “Strike Night” investor gala and team preview
Personalized digital collectible with your name struck in lightning
Reserved window for next funding round and media licensing offers
All tiers subject to due diligence, availability, and investor agreement.
Potential home of the Lighting
Option 1. Reno Events Center – Downtown Reno
The Reno Events Center is a strong fit for the Reno Lightning, offering a professional indoor arena with seating for up to 7,000 fans and the space needed for a full regulation PFL field. Located in the heart of downtown Reno, it provides easy access for local supporters and visiting teams alike. With a history of hosting arena football and other major events, it’s game-day ready and ideal for delivering the high-energy, storm-themed experience of the Lightning’s home turf — The Storm Cell.
Option 2: Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center – Main Arena
The Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center offers an affordable and flexible short-term home for the Reno Lightning. With a capacity of over 6,000 and a wide, open indoor layout, it easily accommodates a full PFL field while allowing for dramatic, immersive theming. Known for hosting high-energy events like rodeos and motocross, the space is perfect for transforming into The Storm Cell — a thunderous battleground powered by lightning visuals, pyro, and fan engagement.
