Rules of Engagement

These are the general rules for most fights. If the rules of a certain sort of match differs from these, we will explain the changes before that match- but these are the most commonly used methods and rules.

Whether it is one on one, or mass melee- these parameters will always remain the same. You are given a specific corner of the ring or arena you are designated, as is/are your opponent(s). You are not to engage until the marshal overseeing your bout gives you the okay. You will be asked if you are ready, as will your opponent. When both “Ready”s are given, the marshal will signal and the match will begin.

Defeat your opponent by whatever means you can so long as you follow the rules above. If someone is struck in the arm they must tuck that arm behind their back or at least keep it at their side. It is considered “gone” so if they are struck there again it counts as a torso shot. If that arm was holding a weapon simply tuck that arm with the weapon behind your back or immediately switch it to the offhand if it is empty. Do not drop your weapon on the play field! If both arms are taken, you are considered unable to defend yourself and your opponent is the victor.

If a leg is taken, you have the choice of either taking to a knee, or hopping on your good leg. If you choose the later take care that you do not stand on the wounded leg at all or it may be called against you. If you lose both legs, then you may either relent the fight, or continue from a sitting position. The choice is yours.

All shots to the torso are considered lethal and result in death to the attacked. The rules on headshots/handshots/groinshots can be found in the General Rules but are to be avoided at all times.

In one on one, if you are the victor, the match ends and you are awarded a point if it is ranked. Three points and you continue on to the next level. If you are the slain you return to the end of the line. If you win you may continue fighting until you gain a level, or you lose.

Larger battles progress very much the same, though there are far more people to watch out for. Often times teamwork is key, and teams with good teamwork come out on top so do not neglect this. You may if you wish before a match call time out to make a strategy, and you will be given about 30 seconds or so to come up with one.

Again, matches which have alterations of these rules will always be explained before it begins.