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SPLAT
TAG PAINTBALL CODE OF CONDUCT
1) I will read and follow the rules - staying well
with in their boundaries.
2) When I feel a hit, I will cease firing and
promptly check myself. If hit, I will call my self
out, and quickly exit the game as to cause minimal
disruption. If possible and not disruptive to the
game, I will congratulate my opponent on his efforts
if due. I will NOT wipe paint or continue playing on
once I feel a hit.
3) When I shoot an opponent and see a ball break or
hear a ball hit, I will immediately cease firing and
advancing, and give the person a moment to call it.
After a few seconds, I will politely tell the person
where I saw the ball break (or tell him I heard it
hit). If the person continues to play on I will not
lower my standards - I will simply continue to press
my attack.
4) Once I am eliminated, I will clearly call my self
out, hold my gun UP, and exit the area quickly and
in the least disruptive manner possible. I will then
plug my gun and continue to hold it up as to signal
out as I exit the field or return to the spawn area.
During this time, I will not communicate to active
players on the field.
5) Under no circumstances will I intentionally
overshoot an opponent or shoot as to injure as
opponent (groin, throat, temple, unprotected ear,
ladies breast)
6) When I encounter an opportunity with a young,
elderly or novice opponent, I will extend that
player additional courtesy. (go for surrender,
hopper shot, goggle shot, pack shot, or just move on
to more challenging targets)
7) When I encounter a young, elderly or novice
allied player, I will be patient with that player
and inspire them by my example.
8) If I see an unmasked player (or spectator) on the
playing field, I will immediate cease all actions
that may endanger the unprotected individual. I will
advise the player (or spectator) in question to PUT
THEIR MASK ON. If they immediately comply, then I
play on. If not, I plug my marker, yell CEASE FIRE,
try to protect the player with my body, and then
politely remove him from the playing field. The refs
should take care of these issues, but as players we
occasionally MUST step in for the good of the game.
9) I will use common sense at all times.
10) In person, and online, I will avoid flaming,
condescending remarks, and actions that could
possibly be construed as unsportsmanlike. Winning
and losing are not excuses for poor sportsmanship.
Be a gracious winner and a good loser. HOW you play
and HOW you handle yourself are far more important
than the outcome.
11) If a situation degenerates into unsportsmanlike
conduct, I will remove myself or otherwise avoid the
situation.
12) I will not drink alcohol or use illegal drugs
while playing the game as these can alter my
judgment and physical abilities.
13) I will avoid using profane language in all
instances.
14) At field paint only event, I will only shoot
field paint.
15) If I think my marker is spiking, I will
immediately pull myself from the game and address
it. Furthermore, I will not intentionally perform
actions that cause my gun to spike its velocity
while playing. I will regularly chronograph my
marker at every practical opportunity.
16) I will treat my marker as if it were loaded at
all times. I will NEVER aim my marker at an unmasked
player or unmasked spectator - loaded, or unloaded.
17) I will keep my markers bagged when in public and
not in use.
18) I will not shoot public traffic signs, cars,
pedestrians, pets, houses, lights, chronographs,
buildings etc. that are not part of a paintball
field and on the field of play.
19) I will encourage new players to try the game of
paintball and will treat them with respect.
20) I will not use eliminated players, spectators,
or refs as physical cover.
21) I understand that as a guest of, or member of,
[team name here], that I represent [team name here]
in my actions, and that I am therefore held
accountable by the team.
22) I understand that paintball is a game of honor,
and I will play it that way.
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