Operation BLIND FURY 3, Springfield OH, June 24-25th 2006 [Archive]

strikers_blade

02-06-2006, 08:54 AM

Folks, the age limit is there for a reason; maturity. It has be proven over and over that players below a certain age usually have the tendancy to do their own thing, not respecting chain of command, not respecting the game plan, etc. This event is not the average airsoft event and some discipline and maturity are required, otherwise, you will not have a good time and even more, those playing with you will not too. As of now, the age limit is set at 16 and unless a miracle happens, I doubt it will change.

The best thing I can say for now is attend as many event as you can and show us you guys deserve to play with older players. It is all about respect and we all have to prove at one point that we deserve such respect.

vbtb110

02-06-2006, 03:12 PM

Yeah Blade, did you see mine and Son of Liberty's maturity at Airsoft 102? :D :gets on knees and starts beggin:

:)

strikers_blade

02-10-2006, 02:13 PM

Gentlemen,

After serious discussions, we decided that the minimum age would still stand at 16 years old.
Don't ask why, we simply talked with several players and they all agreed to stick to that age.

thanks for your understanding.

Son of Liberty

02-10-2006, 04:15 PM

I will go cry now

HardLock

02-10-2006, 04:25 PM

Just finished up another scenario development meeting. Things are shaping up nicely and we have some interesting storyline twists in mind. Stay tuned. :)

VIVA LA TROPICO!!

HAIL KREIGER!!

KILL THEM ALL!!

sniper5990

02-11-2006, 12:04 AM

How much do u plan on it costing

strikers_blade

02-11-2006, 07:57 AM

The cost will soon be announced. We just want to make sure it will be as low as possible :D

strikers_blade

02-11-2006, 04:53 PM

Gentlemen, official registration for OP: Blind Fury 3 will open soon. Prior to registration, we would like to remind/announce a few things for this years event;

- The event will have no bulk ammo restrictions. You can carry an unlimited amount of unloaded ammo into the field with you.
- Mag restrictions WILL apply. All weapons (except support weapons) are limited to commercially available non-electric, non-winding magazines that ONLY carry 200 BB’s or less. Midcap, Standard and Lowcap mags (such as STAR mags) are welcome if they meet this criteria. NO HICAPS ALLOWED!
- Support weapons may use any automatic/electric or manual winding magazine (Boxmag, Cmag or other large volume bulky style magazines)
- There will be one support weapon per 4 man.
- There will be 1 medic per 6 man.
- COMPLETE ammo/mag rules will be posted on BF3 event website

As far as game style, we want to emphasize that the field and the event are VERY physically challenging. Don’t expect an easy game on a flat field. If you are not willing to work and sweat for your victory, please do not register :D

TEAMS:

As the veterans know already, the last 2 event storylines were centered around Tropico and Kreiger. The Russians will also return as a strong third force. If you are interested to play as a Russian, please email me at blade@teamstrikers.com

We are also seeking commanders for Kreiger and Tropico armies. If you know someone or would like to personally volunteer for the job, please email me at blade@teamstrikers.com

The event structure will combine strategic, tactical and pure adrenaline missions; so no matter what type of player you are, you will find something to fit your style.

That is it for now. More will be announced in the coming weeks....

sniper5990

02-15-2006, 09:39 AM

How come you cant pick what side you want to be on(kreiger,Tropico) in the registration.

strikers_blade

02-15-2006, 09:54 AM

My bad sniper, I am doing some tests :D

As far as the teams go, we are doing some modifications, which will be posted with all the details (event is not event supposed to be open yet). So for 2006, we will play with 3 teams, with specific colors for each of them.

Kreigers bdu:
Woodland
OD
BK
Flektarn
British DPMS

Tropicos bdu:
3 color Desert
6 color Desert
Desert Tactiger
All ACU
All MARPAT
Multicam

Russians bdu:
Tactical TigerStripe
Subdued Tigerstripe
Vietnam TigerStripe

You guys will be sorted by BDU so please make sure to register properly.

note: ALL those details will be posted with the event opening....we are just getting ahead of our schedule here.

sniper5990

02-15-2006, 02:25 PM

one more question when does registration start

Dante

02-15-2006, 02:28 PM

what are the rules for snipers, sharphooters, and DM's? can a sharphooter or a DM use a bolt action rifle at 500fps? also how many snipers per side?

strikers_blade

02-15-2006, 02:36 PM

Just give us few more days, we were waiting on Safari Strike 2 registration to close before opening the registration. now that it is done, we should get our event running within a week, we are actually in the final meetings as far as props, sponsors, rules, etc.

note: I already started filling the rules sections so just take a look if you want. we will announce the registration opening within few days.

Dante, we will also have all guns/roles rules available at that point.

Team Patriot

02-15-2006, 10:57 PM

We have missed a lot of events lately, so I'd expect we'll make this one. Last time, we came we had great time but we could only bring a few members. We're hoping to bring the entire team this time.

john

02-16-2006, 02:54 AM

Are the HK21 or variants considered support?

HNIC

strikers_blade

02-16-2006, 08:40 AM

John,

I will add it to the list BUT, it has to be has the real deal; grip, bipod, stock, etc....

http://airsoftevents.com/events/rules.php?event_num=57&to_print=gun_info
http://www.hkpro.com/hk21e.htm

Hillslam

02-16-2006, 10:52 AM

Can't wait! We'll be there, Miner and I at a min. Hopefully, I expect to be there with 3-5 friends. Possibly one flying up from Florida just to attend.

Look at all those support gun variants. Weeeeeeee. Should be fun. Hope Foxtrot comes, can't wait to see his Mod46 done up.

strikers_blade

02-16-2006, 10:59 AM

sorry, the mod46 is not available! :D
Just kidding hehe. Seriously though, we just posted the variants that we know are being used in airsoft. If you have more variants, just let us know.

note: NO, an MP5K with a long barrel and a bipod is and will never be an airsoft support weapon.

CptGooch

02-16-2006, 04:43 PM

Originally posted by Hillslam
Can't wait! We'll be there, Miner and I at a min. Hopefully, I expect to be there with 3-5 friends. Possibly one flying up from Florida just to attend.

Look at all those support gun variants. Weeeeeeee. Should be fun. Hope Foxtrot comes, can't wait to see his Mod46 done up.

I say this for all of Section 8:

HILLSLAM YAY!!!!!!!!!

Traverse

02-16-2006, 05:23 PM

Well, I'm th inking I'm either going to be there or in CA... My friend in CA who is a big airsofter might be coming out for a bit of airsoft fun, so if he's here we'll both be there as long as there's nothing against us bringing two P90's :D.

Nosebuckle

02-17-2006, 02:16 AM

Frank, you ought to require everybody attending to take a crash course in personal hydration before they attend...

strikers_blade

02-17-2006, 07:33 AM

Working on it nosebuckle ;)

CptGooch

02-17-2006, 10:17 AM

Originally posted by Nosebuckle
Frank, you ought to require everybody attending to take a crash course in personal hydration before they attend...

Very good Idea! I'm sure no one wants to call 911 when its time to play.

Blade I'll check with Section 8 for some giant water coolers. Someone bring a table and we can have a better supply of water.

nextmayor

02-17-2006, 10:30 AM

Looking like TAC will be there with about 7-10 guys. Just as a side note, we've got some other team stuff going on that weekend. Can we expect OPBF3 to have the same format as OPBF1 and OPBF2 (event and raffle on Sat, more casual games on Sun)?

strikers_blade

02-17-2006, 10:43 AM

Well, we supplied over 100 gallons of water last year so I doubt the supplies were the problem. I do think what happens is players never really took the time to see if they had to drink. Most of us never really suffered heat stroke so the learning experience was tough.
Also, notice that we got the hotter weekend of 2005 (110 degreees or something). I sure hope we won't have it again this year :p

strikers_blade

02-17-2006, 10:47 AM

Nextmayor,

We are indeed looking at having the raffle on Saturday night since many of you usually don't stay on Sunday anyway. The Sunday would be reserved for casual games as we want to finish the day at lunch (noon to 3pm for cleanup), giving the chance to the out of town to drive back during the day time.

All these details will be added to the website during the weekend....

nextmayor

02-17-2006, 10:53 AM

Thanks Blade:

TAC will PROBABLY come down Sat. morn or Fri. night.

Nosebuckle

02-18-2006, 03:54 AM

Originally posted by CptGooch
Very good Idea! I'm sure no one wants to call 911 when its time to play.

Blade I'll check with Section 8 for some giant water coolers. Someone bring a table and we can have a better supply of water.
It really wasn't a bright idea, I (and probably everyone else) want to avoid what happened last year. Mind you it was not the Strikers fault, they did everything they could. But as we get nearer to the event, hydration should be stressed as much as possible, especially if it looks like it's going to be anywhere near as hot as it was last year.

viper2020

02-21-2006, 12:16 AM

I was able to get to a registration page, said i registered , but there wasn't any payment info or details

Pyro

02-21-2006, 04:06 AM

where do we register?

strikers_blade

02-21-2006, 05:25 AM

The payent procedure is in the rule section. I will modify the website this morning so you can see the payment option easily. For now, you can find the procedure here;
http://airsoftevents.com/events/rules.php?event_num=57&to_print=payment_info

and the registration here;
http://airsoftevents.com/events/event_signup.php?event_num=57

Also, you will notice that we now have an "update" tab in the menu. This tab will tell you EVERYTHING we will modify or add for the event, so you don't have to read any forums or read the whole event details to figure out what is changing.

BlackHawk97

02-21-2006, 11:15 PM

Hey Blade, what about the Shrike 5.56 machine gun as a support weapon. HuricaneE sells the conversion kit for an m4, and it is a real steel machine gun. If you want, go to google images, and type in shrike machine gun, and you will see some pictures of it. It looks almost like an M4 crossed with a M249. I didn't even know it was a real gun and when I saw the conversion kit I looked it up. Well let me know if you will allow this.

strikers_blade

02-21-2006, 11:32 PM

Blackhawk, you are correct, the shrike should be part of the support weapon. I am just amaze that you found a way to tell me we do not offer enough choices :p

It will be updated tomorrow morning....as we are finalizing the event details. Only the medic system and some layout issues have to be completed now.

THX

02-21-2006, 11:51 PM

If there will be anymore exposed HQs can we know ahead of time so we can bring our own shade?

strikers_blade

02-21-2006, 11:57 PM

As of now, All fixed buildings will be in the shade. objectives/waypoints out of the shade will not be primary targets so do not have to fear being stuck in the sun for hours....and beside, if we really have to get the most torrid weekend of the year again, I am moving back to Canada!!!!
:D

BlackHawk97

02-22-2006, 12:30 AM

Yes yes yes, when you are a poor broke person who can't get enough guns like myself, you look for the cheapest solution :D . Thank you for allowing it, and I do believe I will be purchasing it for this event. When I know for sure, I may have you change my role to heavy gunner instead of marksman. I will pm you when I am positive on what I will be doing. Thanks again.

MC51ED

02-22-2006, 06:03 AM

Come on guys, you're saying it was to hot last year? Ha, i was at Ft. Benning all summer, and it gets hot there, what you guys had was nothing. What you really need to do to make sure you dont get lighheaded is just drink lots of water. Begin to hydrate a couple days before the event, and drink water all the way through the event.

strikers_blade

02-22-2006, 06:25 AM

FYI, some players were at their 3rd gallon of water when we stopped the game....at 2pm :D
If any other organizer want the record this year, please let us know, we don't want it anymore :p

Hillslam

02-22-2006, 12:14 PM

Originally posted by BlackHawk97
Yes yes yes, when you are a poor broke person who can't get enough guns like myself, you look for the cheapest solution ... I do believe I will be purchasing it for this event. ...
Last I saw the Shrike conversion kits where like $1,400. That's the cheapest solution?

Add the cost of the base gun and you could buy 2 CA M249s or 3 or 4 Star M249s or Top M60s for the same price.

Shrike at AirsoftGI (http://www.airsoftgi.com/product_info.php?cPath=70&products_id=1338&osCsid=bab3992fee62cab213e58173f9ded383)

BlackHawk97

02-22-2006, 01:12 PM

No, the hurricaneE one is 720 from redwolf, and I already have an M4 that I can switch out the gearbox and stock and inner berral for. I was going to get the CA M249, however, if I can get this to work, I will already know the gun inside and out because it will basicly be my M4 with a different body. The only thing I am concerned about is wether or not my 2 piece ICS gearbox will fit properly.

Hillslam

02-22-2006, 03:30 PM

The Star M249 can be had for under $500 I think. Complete working SAW solution with no need to gut your current gun and lose your rifleman capability.

Just a thought.

Fox

02-22-2006, 03:55 PM

Originally posted by BlackHawk97
No, the hurricaneE one is 720 from redwolf, and I already have an M4 that I can switch out the gearbox and stock and inner berral for. I was going to get the CA M249, however, if I can get this to work, I will already know the gun inside and out because it will basicly be my M4 with a different body. The only thing I am concerned about is wether or not my 2 piece ICS gearbox will fit properly.

ICS gearbox won't fit in it.

Secondly, the V2 gearbox is not built for substained fire. You'll find your self out of the game, out of action, alot more often then a CA m249.

Dante

02-22-2006, 03:57 PM

Blade,
i know this is a far shot but is there any chance of adding a night game in a smaller section of the field?

MC51ED

02-22-2006, 04:28 PM

Originally posted by strikers_blade
FYI, some players were at their 3rd gallon of water when we stopped the game....at 2pm :D
If any other organizer want the record this year, please let us know, we don't want it anymore :p

Im not trying to disprove anyone, but if someone were to drink 3 gallons in say 6 hours that doesnt seem safe. Maybe people were just falling over from water intoxication, because when i was at basic we were supposed to drink 12, 1 quart canteens per day. No more no less, so to have had 12 of those in 6 hours doesnt seem right.

BlackHawk97

02-22-2006, 04:30 PM

I see, well I appreciate you telling me that and saving me the hassil. Blade, I am still going to try to get a support weapon, most likely a CA M249, if I do, I will PM you, and have you change my role to heavy gunner. Thanks again Fox and Hillslam.

Zorak

02-22-2006, 04:35 PM

There's more to handling the heat than just hydration. Physical conditioning plays an important role. I'm an armchair commando. Even when I work out, which is much less often than I should, I'm doing it in an air-conditioned room. My biggest exposure to heat (outside of airsoft) is mowing the lawn for an hour. No amount of water is going to keep me going strong if it's one hundred degrees in the shade and filthy humid. You get to a point where you're too hot to function and there's just no way to cool off.

I have plans to add a lot more outdoor stuff to my schedule this summer, so hopefully I'll be better off, but short of doing a few weeks at Benning myself (which would probably kill me :) ), I don't think I could ever go full tilt all day in weather like last year's.

MC51ED

02-22-2006, 04:40 PM

agreed, no amount of desert based computer war games will prepare you for this.

Chapman

02-22-2006, 08:08 PM

lol. I went to a Sudo-military camp in Fort Wendell H. Ford, Kentucky twice once in my Sophmore year and once in my Junior year. You were told to drink three canteens of water before nine A.M. and continue to drink about 6 more through the day. We hit heat Cat. 4 the first time...that was some hot stuff, 105 I think. I never really had a problem staying hydrated though. If you can run without sloshing...drink! Lol. But yes alot of water, nothing I havn't handled before.

sniper5990

02-23-2006, 08:31 AM

Are we supposed to register again if we have the red dot next to our name, or what are we supposed to do?

strikers_blade

02-23-2006, 08:38 AM

sniper5990,

I can see you are staying aware! :p

I created a button in the left menu called "updates". This button will give you all updates related to the event. In your case, it will tell you that the dot means your player status. Not only will it tell you if you paid but it will also tell if your name, email adress, forum access or even BDU are conformed to the rules.

Example, players with "no bdu" will always have a red dot, as YOU NEED a bdu to enter the field. Players who has BDU, good personal informations and also paid will have a green dot. For those that are good to go but some minor details are missing will have a yellow dot.

Obviously, player with either yellow or red dots should contact us a.s.a.p.....unless we already did.

Official registration will open on March 1st but if any of you want to start already with registration, payment, etc...you are more than welcome to do so.

Hillslam

02-23-2006, 10:10 PM

Are you planning to cap this event? I have a friend from Florida who's going to want to wait as long as he can before he commits to flight up (schedules and whatnot) - so I'm trying to decide wether to tell him to preregister or not now.

strikers_blade

02-23-2006, 10:42 PM

We will cap the event on May 1st BUT if there is any exception, please email me at blade@teamstrikers.com . We do have plenty of time, we do have plenty of room but if by any miracle we would reach 500 players, we will have to close registration.

note: Just kidding with the 500 :p

strikers_blade

02-28-2006, 10:38 AM

Registration will open in about 12 hours. Although, we do have 73 registered players already and few things needs to be done with them :p

- You all have a reddot status. meaning your next step is to send payment and get the waiver signed and sent a.s.a.p.

- Some of you have "no bdu". Please make sure to email blade@teamstrikers.com and tell me what Bdu you will wear. If you are not sure, please click the link below. You BDU colors will decide what team you will be on;
http://airsoftevents.com/events/rules.php?event_num=57&to_print=uniform_info

We already have few names for commanders but if any of you would like to try it out, please let me know. The commanders will be more active this year and they will be able to play along side their own teams if they want.

sniper5990

02-28-2006, 06:56 PM

Where do we get waivers at ?

strikers_blade

02-28-2006, 11:12 PM

UPDATE

Gentlemen, registration is now officially opened. Most rules and restrictions are readily available and only few minor things still need to be posted. While there is plenty of time before we open private forums and close registration, please register you or your team as soon as possible so we will be able to buy and distribute the player kit with ease.

For those wondering;

- Payment options are located here:
http://airsoftevents.com/events/rules.php?event_num=57&to_print=payment_info

- Everybody need to fill the waiver, unless you already signed one for the 2006 Strikers springfield events. Players below 18 need the waiver to be notorized.
http://airsoftevents.com/events/documents/Waiver-2006.pdf

any questions? please feel free to email us at hardlock@teamstrikers.com or blade@teamstrikers.com

AL airsofter14

03-01-2006, 07:02 PM

I read the waiver and it said 15 years old minimum... So what exactly is it. (i think 15 is good;) )

Armyguy

03-01-2006, 07:19 PM

Originally posted by strikers_blade
Folks, the age limit is there for a reason; maturity. It has be proven over and over that players below a certain age usually have the tendancy to do their own thing, not respecting chain of command, not respecting the game plan, etc. This event is not the average airsoft event and some discipline and maturity are required, otherwise, you will not have a good time and even more, those playing with you will not too. As of now, the age limit is set at 16 and unless a miracle happens, I doubt it will change.

The best thing I can say for now is attend as many event as you can and show us you guys deserve to play with older players. It is all about respect and we all have to prove at one point that we deserve such respect.

strikers_blade

03-01-2006, 09:19 PM

AL airsofter 14,

Sorry for this little mishap, the waiver should have said 16, I just downloaded the wrong waiver version :(
So while I just downloaded the correct one, I took the opportunity to use a word document instead of PDF, so players won't say they can't access the file ;)

So just to make sure we are all on the same page, the minimum age is 16 years old.

strikers_blade

03-02-2006, 11:09 AM

Gentlemen,

Would it be possible to get an email from the registered medics?

I would also like to get in touch with squad leaders .....

For those wondering;
- Yes, we do have sponsors.
- The player kit is being build up....Hoping you guys will like it ;)

viper2020

03-02-2006, 01:34 PM

Hey there, i logged in and tried to click on that red dot and, i cant get it to do anything, i don't recieve any info, but i could have sworn i entered my BDU info , woodland. any way if you can let me know anything it's appreciated

strikers_blade

03-02-2006, 01:47 PM

Viper2020,

the red dot is a "status" button, meaning that you can't really do anything with it except knowing your status.

Although, if you are already regsitered and would like to change your status, you will have to email me at blade@teamstrikers.com so I can tell you what you have to change to get the green light.

BLACK SE7EN

03-03-2006, 08:52 AM

Hey strikers blade i registered for your event thinking it was op bermuda. Please delete "Black se7en" and "Devil Dog-6" Thank you.

strikers_blade

03-03-2006, 08:59 AM

Black Seven,

You are registered on Bermuda.....not on BF3

BLACK SE7EN

03-03-2006, 09:03 AM

Must have got crossed up some where. When i hit payment info it said $45 by june 1st and the op is may 20th.

strikers_blade

03-03-2006, 09:06 AM

Let me know if it happens again because I just checked and their "payment info" is empty".

While fixing all the bugs today, I will also fill up all the rules for their event.....sorry for the delay about this.

HardLock

03-04-2006, 06:43 PM

UPDATE:

Blade and I spent 6 hours today surveying the field for Objective and HQ locations. We found areas neither one of us knew about! The main missions will be very challenging and even I am getting excited. :D

We also updated the GPS map coordinates of some new trails, identified prop requirments and planned some secondary missions. We even have a couple tricks up our sleeve that no one in Ohio has ever seen before. We guarantee that the Blind Fury battlefield will be interesting and much different this year. ;)

So, to quote Bill Goodman: "Tell a buddy and bring a friend. Don't you dare miss it!"
http://airsoftevents.com/events/event_details.php?event_num=57

strikers_blade

03-06-2006, 10:31 AM

Hardlock forgot to say you guys might need ear plugs this year :D
We needed some land owner/ neighbors permission and it got cleared up last weekend. It will not be Irene 3 but it will be quite interesting ...

ALSO, those who attended OP Rising City, OP BlockBuster or OP Revolution also get the veteran status. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ACTUALLY ATTENTED the event. Being on the roster doesn't give the status and believe or not, we still have the list of those we attended so no cheating :D ....

Zombie

03-08-2006, 09:15 PM

I would like to know if the russian camos would be included in the russian side, or if we would have to use only the one's listed. Too late to add Flora, berezka, or kamysh? Specifically flora and kamysh. Flora is horizontally based like tigerstripe, and Kamysh is almost like a tigerstripe varient.

Once we know we can sign up. Course... unless the team can get all tigerstripe, we would probably go flek, as the majority of our team now uses it, or can. By the time of this event though we hope to have converted to russian camo.

HardLock

03-09-2006, 01:05 PM

Sorry, but Russian team will only use tigerstrip pattern (preferrably green subdued). Tropico and Kreiger forces have MANY different camo patterns available and we would like to have AT LEAST one team in a consistant uniform. Target ID will be difficult enough as is.

Zombie

03-09-2006, 02:35 PM

Ah, no problem. Little dissapointing, but no problem at all. I'm sure we can get our hands on some Tigerstripe anyway. Trth be told, we may be able to pick some up this weekend at the gun show if we don't play airsoft that day.

We really want to play russian, and overall are looking forward to attending. Were having schedule problems as long as some team members losing interest/out of action guns/money :rolleyes: . We should get all signed up soon though. Is there a player cap we should keep an eye out for? We missed out on safari strike already :(

Edit: Nevermind about the cap, just read a few posts up. Completly missed it.

strikers_blade

03-09-2006, 04:03 PM

There is no cap on the player but we are trying to secure some sponsorships opportunity and we might have to offer freebie for the first xxx registered. So the faster you register and pay, the better chance you have to receive a bonus for your buck :D

sniper5990

03-09-2006, 08:50 PM

what supplies does the basic medic need for this event

strikers_blade

03-09-2006, 09:54 PM

Medic (Basic) don't needs to worry about supplies, we got him covered.

strikers_blade

03-11-2006, 09:33 PM

Folk, we now have 44 vs 42 players. we need two (2) more players on Kreigers and we will close registration. Your spot will only be secured when payment will be received.

:D nah just kidding...we have plenty of rooms for all of you....BUT STILL, send payment and waiver a.s.a.p. so we don't have to bug you over and over again :p

Zombie

03-14-2006, 09:31 AM

:eek: That... was... mean. I fell for that completly. Signing up soon :(

strikers_blade

03-14-2006, 03:03 PM

:lol: didn't mean to be rude or anything. I just thought telling players that while we are very "wide" on the registration time frame, at one point or another, we will have to be more strict and players will have to fully register, pay and give waivers. Many sponsors will provide what is needed so there is a major cost impact between 20 registered and 120.... :p

HardLock

03-15-2006, 03:00 PM

WOW! A new piece of special equipment for the BF3 scenario showed up today. Is it ever gonna be cool! :D

strikers_blade

03-17-2006, 10:01 AM

Gentlemen,

It is 62 vs 46 right now and I know more players are planning to register on Kreiger side. Would that mean Tropicos would be fewer for once?

john

03-17-2006, 10:39 AM

I seem to remember being grossly outnumbered at a previous event.

VIVAL LA TROPICO

HardLock

03-17-2006, 01:45 PM

Even MORE BF3 equipment arrived today! Guess it's time to start building props. So much to do, so little time. :D

CAR15A2

03-17-2006, 03:14 PM

As I remember the the Tropicos have been grossly outnumbered at each event except the first BF, where the Tropicos slightly outnumbered the Kriegers.

stagg

03-17-2006, 05:40 PM

now that the army has gone over to ACUs desert camo is dirt cheap, and about the same price as the older green BDUs.

strikers_blade

03-19-2006, 07:47 AM

Rule Update:

After thoughts, we decided that no players below 18 years will be allowed above 400fps. If you are
already registered and are under 18 years old and above 400fps, please email me back at
blade@teamstrikers.com . You will be asked to reduce the fps or simply get removed from the roster.

Decoy

03-19-2006, 11:30 PM

Before anyone starts complaining about this, or mention how mature they may be. Lets just say there is enough evidence to support this rule change.

Krayzie

03-20-2006, 02:33 PM

Decoy,

You should keep the evidence just to make your point and have the bill for everyone to see. LOL

Decoy

03-20-2006, 03:32 PM

While it is not "taken care of yet" I have kept the shard of tooth that has fallen out. After talking to the dentist today, the bill is WAY MORE evidence than we'll ever need ;) . Seriously though, this is most likely going to cost more then my m4 sir (roughly $1k) and my aps-2 ($800) put together.

I am the happiest person alive...
...somebody shoot me, but not in the mouth.

notabob

03-20-2006, 03:46 PM

Originally posted by Decoy
Seriously though, this is most likely going to cost more then my m4 sir (roughly $1k) and my aps-2 ($800) put together.

:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

genocide43110

03-20-2006, 04:00 PM

I went to Op: Cold Toes and was shot in my mouth and TWO of my teeth got chipped. I think my bill was about $300 or so. On top of that my gun wasn't working and it was cold. All I know is that who ever shot me was not under 18. Just thought I would share my experience.

Decoy

03-20-2006, 04:43 PM

Did both of your teeth require either root canals or implants? According to the dentist, I have just a hair's fraction of tooth protecting my nerve. And apparently the guy who shot me (I won't divulge his name to the public) was 18 (assuming his profile is accurate) so it wouldn't have made a difference. But you'd have to agree the limiting the pool of potential players carrying guns over 400 is a step in the right direction.

Especially since a compentency test isnt required to own or operate a 400FPS+ airsoft gun.

genocide43110

03-20-2006, 05:46 PM

Yea all I had to do was have them capped. I guess I was some what lucky compared to you.

As far as limiting the FPS to 18 and up. It helps some what because I have seen first hand some younger players that do not deserve to carry guns shooting 400+FPS. Most of them haven't learned trigger control or aren't able to judge distances very well. But I just bought a vsr10 g-spec and I am upgrading it to around 430 FPS and this is basically going to exclude me from using it. I don't plan to go to this game but I have no idea if Blade plans to use this rule in all of his games from now on or not. I will be 17 at the end of March but then I still have a year to go. Im not trying to argue but make a point that I am going to waste quite a bit of money and not be able to use what I pay for. Oh well I guess I'll just have to use my stock CA36 which I hope not.

Iceman

03-20-2006, 06:11 PM

Genocide, I understand your problems. However, the incident with Decoy is not the first time something like this has happened, however it is the most serious. Plus, an extra year where you work on tactics and fire control won't hurt you. You may even find what alot of veteran players have found, higer fps doesn't mean more accuracy, rather more responcibility.

strikers_blade

03-20-2006, 06:13 PM

Unfortunately, the "no below 18yrs old over 400fps" rules will apply to all events from now on. It was either this or no players below 18 completely...sadly. We know this new measure is coming from an accident and while we know that is was truely an accident, we still have, as organizers, to be responsible and act as such. I am not about to blame or point finger at any of you guys because quite honestly, we all did mistakes in the past. We learn from our experience and while we all sign a waiver and all agree that airsoft can have his risks, we still don't want accidents to happen, no matter how big it is.

Beside, you folks using guns above 400fps should remember that changing the spring isn't expensive ;)

I sure hope you will all understand this new rule.....and for now, please the subject on track.

edit: Agree with Iceman here.

sniper5990

03-20-2006, 07:08 PM

I am planning on buying some radios for this event and for future use what do u recommend that i buy. ( budget is around 50$ of so)

Bobby

03-20-2006, 09:06 PM

A note on hydration, I've said it before, but to reiterate, do NOT take salt tablets. DO eat something. You get more than enough electrolytes from food. As far as gatorade goes, it takes at least an hour to digest it whereas water digests instantly. If you drink gatorade drink it on a 1 to 3 quart ratio with water. (one quart gatorade for every three quarts water) Drinking only gatorade will have an adverse effect and will dehydrate you further. Also, do not chug whole gallons of water at a time, sip it, give your body time to absorb it before it just gets pushed through your system.

Hillslam

03-20-2006, 09:44 PM

Originally posted by Iceman
You may even find what alot of veteran players have found, higer fps doesn't mean more accuracy...
I have to second this, though I'm far from a veteran. Last year my M249 was shooting 410fps-460fps (depending on ammo) at Cold Toes, Blockbuster, and Distant Horizon, among other events. For Saturday I backed the spring down to 330fps. Shot and played as well as I ever have. I think the tightbore, hopup, ammo choice, and cylinder/nozzle changes made more effect than the hi power spring re:accuracy. (Well that and the scope.)

But I'm a support gunner, so I don't really have to worry about accuracy...

genocide43110

03-20-2006, 10:47 PM

Alright, this is the last thing I am saying because I don't want to get everyone off the topic any more than I already have.

Higher FPS doesn't mean better accuracy. It means more range and the bb also gets to its destination faster. It also allows for the use of heavier bb's to be used which gives better accuracy because it creates a more stable flight some what. That's why snipers are allowed to shoot at 500 FPS but I was only planning on 400 FPS but now I guess I'll just go for 390 ish. I already ordered 2 springs so I can shoot below or above 400 FPS.

I am done and don't want to continue this conversation on Blade's thread. This thread is about the game not the rule or what higher FPS gets you. If someone would like to create a new thread so this can be farther discussed then I am all for it. Again sorry Blade for getting everyone off topic.

strikers_blade

03-21-2006, 11:50 AM

Thanks genocide :)

Now, I would like to remind everybody about something we announced earlier. There will be LOUD props for this event. While the props will not be a life threat, they will definately be loud, depending on your location in the field.

If you are "ear" sensitive, please take appropriate precautions. you will NEVER be stuck in a position where you can't technically escape the location but your incapacity to react might give an edge to the other team ;)

Chapman

03-21-2006, 03:46 PM

what are you planning blade? lol, it all sounds like it's going to be beyond fun. Now a serious question :-|

I am 17 right now, and I'm trying to get everything done, as far as payment and waiver ASAP. However I will be 18 years old in June, by the time your event roles around...do I need to get it notarized since I'm 17 when I send it to you or, do I just need to sign it myself?

nsneSNPR

03-21-2006, 07:02 PM

for the fps for snipers, is it with .2, .25 or with what weight we will be using?

strikers_blade

03-21-2006, 07:22 PM

All FPS are set with 0.20g bbs. We will even supply mags and bbs for the test, so nobody can cheat about it.

nsneSNPR

03-21-2006, 07:36 PM

k thx may need to find a new spring then... that and i am trying to fail at life by sniping w/ 400fps limit (under16)

PEPE_USMC

03-22-2006, 01:11 AM

Ladies and Gentlemen,
If any of you have any questions about this event feel free to email me at noimpnoidea_airsoft@hotmail.com. I will answer any questions you have so Blade can get back to planning this event.

strikers_blade

03-31-2006, 11:17 PM

Gentlemen, we just passed the 30 days mark before closing registration. The event missions are ready, the side missions are ready, the props are being built or shipped from supplier. The forum is waiting for you all. The last two things to get done are players registration and the final reception of our sponsors donation. Being said, we have the nice opportunity to offer a free MRE to the first 100 players to pay their entry fee. That is right, no need to go out or warm up the grill for lunch/dinner, we will give you a full MRE with your player kit. The only rule is being one of the first 100 players to actually make payment for the event fee.
So hurry up while they are available.

note: Confirmation of payment will be made upon reception of the MO, check or Paypal notification.

All details can be found here: http://airsoftevents.com/events/event_story.php?event_num=57

raptor8390

04-02-2006, 09:52 PM

count me in i am pumped!!!

raptor8390

04-02-2006, 09:52 PM

count me in i am pumped!!!

BlackHawk97

04-02-2006, 10:14 PM

Crap, Blade, you where supposed to remind me to give you that money at Bermuda, you know us non French Canadians can't remember anything. Um, I think I should be able to come down next weekend maybe and could pay you then. I will pm you about it, becuase you may have to order me a new glock as well.

strikers_blade

04-02-2006, 10:17 PM

Yeah I saw BH about your Glock and it honestly sucks for you :(

Regarding the money, better hurry up if you don't want to finish with the chili mac :lol:

raptor8390

04-03-2006, 07:30 PM

hmmmm double post thats odd. sorry to take up space. hey blade do we need to paypal you or can we pay at the field because honestly paying at the field would be easier but either way is good.

Dutton

04-03-2006, 08:01 PM

You can either send payment via Paypal or send a certified check or money order to
the adress below;

Operation Blind Fury 3
310 Keswick dr.
Monroe, OH
45050

strikers_blade

04-03-2006, 08:02 PM

Payment need to be given before May 1st. so you can either Paypal, send me a check, money order or simply pay me cash next time you will see each other BUT before May 1st.

:)

raptor8390

04-05-2006, 10:04 PM

hey blade,

i am using my sniper rifle and on airsoftevents it said no more than one mag or two hundred rounds. my mag only holds 25 rounds so does that mean i can carry more? also do you have any mags for a CA m24? i have two but one broke.

sniper5990

04-09-2006, 02:57 PM

Do we have to turn in our waivers before May 1st or do we just turn them in the day of the event?

strikers_blade

04-11-2006, 11:05 AM

Gentlemen,

We are less than 3 weeks away from registration deadline. I know most of you told me payments were on the way but due to sponsors and supplies, I want to remind you that 3 weeks will go real fast.

Also don't forget, a free MRE for the first 100 players to be fully registered so hurry up.

Raptor, you can carry up to 200rds max so you can use more than one mag. as far as availability, please email me at sales@combatdepot.com

Sniper, you can turn your waiver on the day of the event but remember, those below 18 years old need it notorized and if you forget, you will be rejected at the gate with no refund.....so make sure you get it done right before showing up at the field

Decoy

04-11-2006, 11:15 AM

The real question is, are they the good MREs?

'Cause if it is a bean & rice burrito...I'm waiting until the last minute to register...for the sake of my stomach :D .

strikers_blade

04-11-2006, 11:37 AM

LOL...from my understanding, the MRE are based around the standard meal available in the army. I saw two menu offering shrimps I think but will get back to you with more details later on.

p.s. We are getting filet mignon MREs but they are reserved for organizers...they need to be well feeded you know :D

p.s. Just kidding about the FM......

viper2020

04-12-2006, 04:11 PM

looking forward to that free MRE Sir!! yankee doodle dandy

strikers_blade

04-12-2006, 06:17 PM

I forgot to say, Kreiger's cap has been set at 100 players until Tropicos catch up.

HardLock

04-13-2006, 08:52 AM

In other words, what Blade is trying to say is, Kreiger forces will be capped at 100 players. Kreiger registration may or may NOT be reopened depending on if Tropico forces "catch up".

BTW: Game props, field and sponsors are coming along nicely. Looking forward to great game! :)

strikers_blade

04-13-2006, 09:07 AM

this is exactly what I said!!! :D

strikers_blade

04-20-2006, 11:43 AM

Gentleman,

10 days before we lock the registration. If you did not pay or know someone who did not pay yet, you better act quick because 10 days are going fast.

Please read the payment details here;
http://airsoftevents.com/events/event_payment.php?event_num=57

If you have problems accessing the link, please email me back at sales@combatdepot.com or blade@teamstrikers.com

strikers_blade

04-25-2006, 10:14 AM

For those who asked, we capped the event team size at 100 players per side but as long as we do not have 100 paid player, you can still register on the side you prefer.

We would obviously prefer if we would have more registration on the Tropicos side but payment is actually the only thing "capping" a team right now ;)

strikers_blade

04-26-2006, 04:24 PM

Only 4 days left for payment folks. Again, I do know that many players told me they sent their payment or will be shortly but as of now, Kreigers is way ahead of Tropicos, even with payments processed.

If you have the intention to show up, please process your payment A.S.A.P.
http://airsoftevents.com/events/event_payment.php?event_num=57

If you are registered but do not have the capability to come anymore, please have the kindness to email me at either blade@teamstrikers.com or sales@combatdepot.com , other players need to know what is up with their team.

Atomic

04-29-2006, 01:59 PM

Is there a camping area? I know nothing about the field.

HardLock

04-29-2006, 05:11 PM

There is a LARGE camping area, but it is primitive. No running water or electricity. Porta-Potties will be available.

Field is less than 10 minutes from civilization, so supplies are available nearby.

.:(!)Snake eyeS(!):.

04-29-2006, 06:44 PM

registration is still open for this event, correct?

HardLock

04-29-2006, 08:59 PM

Registration is open until Monday, May 1st. You must be paid-in-full to be considered fully registered before the deadline.

Atomic

04-29-2006, 10:46 PM

Originally posted by HardLock
There is a LARGE camping area, but it is primitive. No running water or electricity. Porta-Potties will be available.

Field is less than 10 minutes from civilization, so supplies are available nearby.

Thanks much. The 71st HQ doesn't roll without our grill and cooler.

strikers_blade

04-30-2006, 10:38 PM

Gentlemen, D-Day minus 22 minutes. If you did not submit your payment nor arrange anything with us related to this, your name will be removed from the roster. Meaning that if you do not have a yellow or green dot for your "status", your name will no longer be on the roster within the next 24 hours.

If you want to be part of this event, please process payment here;
http://airsoftevents.com/events/event_payment.php?event_num=57

If you can't pay in time but do not have a yellow dot on your status, please email me here;
blade@teamstrikers.com or sales@combatdepot.com

We thank you for your support. As of now, Tropicos is badly short on man so you better register on this side. If there is any teams on Kreigers who could switch on Tropicos (assuming they have the proper BDU colors), please email me.

sniper5990

05-01-2006, 06:59 AM

Blade, a member of G.T.A (Spartan) just sent his payment in this morning it should be arriving shortly i hope. Not sure if he contacted you or not but i was just making sure you new. If this is a problem just PM me back.

HardLock

05-01-2006, 07:27 PM

I don't know if Blade ever covered this; but for your information, there will be NO at-the-gate registration or payments. If you were thinking about just showing up on game day, you will NOT be admitted. Please contact Blade IMMEDIATELY if you didn't realize this fact and still want in.

The reason is simple. Game props, scenarios and player items need to be ordered and implemented BEFORE game day and we need an accurate head count. Sorry for the late update.

strikers_blade

05-03-2006, 06:53 AM

Gentlemen,

The roster has been checked and the green and yellow status have been confirmed. All Red status will be removed from the roster tonight...except those who will email me with an explanation.

Oddjob

05-03-2006, 03:23 PM

Originally posted by strikers_blade
Gentlemen,

The roster has been checked and the green and yellow status have been confirmed. All Red status will be removed from the roster tonight...except those who will email me with an explanation.

Well now, looks like about eight of us Russians are green to go so far.

strikers_blade

05-05-2006, 08:47 AM

Looks like Tropicos will have a hard time this year!

After compiling all payments and payment promises, here is the roster;
http://airsoftevents.com/events/roster.php?event_num=57

There are many yellow dots and it could still change the final team sizes. For those who wants to come but do not have their name in the roster, you better act fast because we will soon release the player kits and open the forums. when we will reach that point, it will be too late for you to step in.

As of right now, we are not taking any new "KREIGERS" registration UNLESS confirmed Kreigers would switch on "TROPICOS" side. If any of you would be interested to switch, please email me at blade@teamstrikers.com and I will make the modification.

For all new players trying to register, we are expecting payment within 12 hours. If not, your name will be removed from the roster. Such measure is in place so commanders and their CoC can have a better count and not just hopes for specific numbers.

All payments options are discussed here;
http://airsoftevents.com/events/event_signup.php?event_num=57

If you have any problems, comments or suggestions, please email me at blade@teamstrikers.com

Atomic

05-05-2006, 05:08 PM

We Russians do not fear your large capitalist army. You die like herds of swine....

strikers_blade

05-06-2006, 10:52 AM

I forgot to ask, if any teams from Kreigers have a TROPICOS BDU pattern available and would not mind switching on tropicos for the event, please email me at blade@teamstrikers.com .

Hillslam

05-06-2006, 07:52 PM

Tropicos outnumbered?

Bring it on.

raptor8390

05-07-2006, 04:11 PM

all will die at the hands of kreiger!! HAIL KREIGER!

HardLock

05-07-2006, 11:09 PM

I probably shouldn't do this, but here are a few pieces of intel regarding what's in store at Blind Fury 3:

- Full size props: It will take at least 2 players to transport certain items.

- Environmental realism: Ambient sound effects and enough smoke to fog entire valleys. (weather permitting)

- Structures: Springfield isn't just "woods" anymore.

- Vehicles: At least 1 vehicle will act as armor support.

- Electronic objective scoring: No confusion, no debate.

That's all I can say at the moment, so if you haven't registered and/or payed yet, this is your LAST chance. Contact Blade IMMEDIATELY!

Hillslam

05-08-2006, 06:22 PM

*Remembers the 150lb Box 'O Rocks from last year and shudders*

I gotta hit the bowflex more

Kingmob3

05-09-2006, 12:42 PM

Screw the bowflex, be a man and pack in a gator! This will be an event to remember!
KM3

Hillslam

05-09-2006, 02:16 PM

Gator?

Last year "the box" had six guys on it.

raptor8390

05-09-2006, 03:06 PM

enough fog to cover the valley?! Anybody ever seen the movie the fog? I am pumped looks like this will be a great event!

Kingmob3

05-09-2006, 04:33 PM

you know the John Deere 4wd atv?

going to be a great one!
KM3

strikers_blade

05-14-2006, 10:24 AM

Gentleman, we are about to close the roster for good. Unfortunately, we do have a big problem on our hands and it is delaying the closure.

We actually have 97 vs 62 players (Kreigers vs Tropicos). We were expecting another 25 players to register on Tropicos but they finally never joined. Being said, we now have few options;

1. We leave the team as they are and Tropicos will have to work harder.
2. We swap all DPM players on Tropicos but it will create color pattern problems.
3. Some Kreigers player actually have the tropicos bdu in their closet and would be willing to switch on Tropicos.
4. We leave one last chance to more players to register.

If any of you can help in our decisions, please email me back at blade@teamstrikers.com

Now regarding the player kit and forums, we do know that many players are actually registered for Safari strike 2 and are spending their time on that event planning. Being said, we feel that opening the forums and giving the kits now would not do anything, which is why we are still holding them.

Hoping you guys are still good with all this....

Kurt Klaus

05-14-2006, 12:33 PM

I may be able to join if you chose to have one last chance. Any suggestions on I can wear w/o buying aything new (like civilian crap) cause all I have are Woodland BDUs? I may have and will look for some khaki stuff.

Before I register can anybody give me advice on this for its my first time participating in something this big. Most of what I participate in has less than 50 people.

EDIT- I may sound like a noob but on the waiver what is my callsign? Is it something that I make up, I have to register somewhere to be given one, etc?

Kurt Klaus

05-14-2006, 01:26 PM

I have everything ready (money, clothes, etc) to go just need some advice.

I look like a Asian Austrailian :P We fiting in da don under?

EDIT- My bad I posted twice. I mean to hit edit and screwed up.

Pugboy

05-15-2006, 01:19 PM

looking forward to my first airsoft even in america
thanks again Hillslam mate owe you big style just need to find someone coming past the dillsboro area that i can follow to the event in my car. to make life a little easier for me

Atomic

05-15-2006, 02:30 PM

Blade,

My suggestion is to offer the last 30 Kreigers to register and pay the option to go to the Tropicos side (if they have the right uniform), or give them their money back.

It is not fair for any of us to pay $45 to come over and "have our hands full". This is a registration problem, not a uniform problem. It needs to be handled by even-ing up the roster.

I know it wouldn't fun or popular to take 30 people off the roster, but at least they get their money back. The tropicos on the other hand, are paying full price to come to an unfair fight.

Hillslam

05-15-2006, 03:50 PM

One says "unfair fight", I says "more targets". :)

Just kidding. I don't mind being outnumbered, but I also don't mind if folks want to even things up either.

I continue to find guys who are interested in this event who've missed the original registration date (hopefully they're all emailing you, Blade, as I'm asking they do) - so I appreciate you giving us the opportunity to squeak a few more into the event.

Originally posted by Pugboy
looking forward to my first airsoft even in america
thanks again Hillslam mate owe you big style just need to find someone coming past the dillsboro area that i can follow to the event in my car. to make life a little easier for me
Welcome to the States and AirsoftOhio in particular. I wonder how American airsofting will compare to British airsofting. I'll be interested in hearing your post-game impressions. I think it'll mainly just be the lack of pyrotechnics use. You guys sure seem to light off alot of flashbangs...

If you're Tropicos, welcome. If you're Kriegers, don't shoot me and I'll give you candy, and well welcome anyway.

HURRY UP JUNE 24TH!

strikers_blade

05-15-2006, 04:50 PM

Atomic,

Don't be fouled by the numbers. Both Blind fury Sequel were not even in numbers and the smaller team ended up almost stronger than the bigger team. Beside, I am asking such option because for once, I wanted to see what you guys would prefer but no matter what, we will definately make sure the team will work evenly, either in troop numbers or by missions complexity. Don't worry Atomic, our event are not (I hope at least) about who kicked whose a$$ but rather who fought the hardest for the victory.

Number is one thing, will is another one ;)

Atomic

05-15-2006, 05:30 PM

Originally posted by strikers_blade
Atomic,

Don't be fouled by the numbers. Both Blind fury Sequel were not even in numbers and the smaller team ended up almost stronger than the bigger team. Beside, I am asking such option because for once, I wanted to see what you guys would prefer but no matter what, we will definately make sure the team will work evenly, either in troop numbers or by missions complexity. Don't worry Atomic, our event are not (I hope at least) about who kicked whose a$$ but rather who fought the hardest for the victory.

Number is one thing, will is another one ;)

I thnk there are ways to make it an even game through scenarios. My concern is that you do those things and don't throw us into a meat grinder. It is easier to defend with a smaller force and some time for preparation [hint hint].

strikers_blade

05-15-2006, 06:02 PM

Meat grinder? are you telling me you would not like it? :D . I sadly learned through the year that with all the effort event organizers put into opening forums in time or preping a player kit, 80% of the player will not read it or go in the forums, meaning most preparation is futile.

Being said, we still want to give you enough time to prep but also want to keep that same prep on a "momentum" status, which mean you guys will not have time to forget about the event when you will have access to the prep room.

does it make sense?

LeafNinja

05-16-2006, 05:49 AM

sounds great blade

Pugboy

05-16-2006, 09:37 AM

yeah we love our smokes and flashbangs, i played in a BHD game at Lighfighter in the uk and used over 20 smokes and flashes

IF anyone is coming past SE Indiana give me a shout please all i want to do is follow them down in my car :)

CAR15A2

05-16-2006, 01:57 PM

Blade,

As the Tropico CO, I will support whatever you decide. We have been outnumbered before and still won the day. If you can let in some more players that would be great, but we (Tropicos) will fight no matter what. I see being outnumbered as being in a target rich environment.

strikers_blade

05-16-2006, 04:37 PM

CAR15A2, This is why I wanted to ask too. Many players told me they preferred games with such numbers due to the TRE (target rich environment).

you all know us, we will definately make sure to get you so exhausted by the end of the day that you will not care who won...that is our promise ;)

raptor8390

05-16-2006, 04:58 PM

if i remember correctly the tropicos have prevailed even with dwindling numbers throughout the day so i say if people want to switch to their side great but i think we kriegers might need the extra people.(by kreigers i don't mean me! lol) I would gladly take a small force against a large one for the pure and simple fact it would be f-ing great fun. But of course my small force would dominate and everybody would go home with bruised egos. JUST KIDDING EVERYBODY!:D

HardLock

05-16-2006, 05:18 PM

Blade, just leave roster as is. We can compensate with missions/objectives. Anyone that WANTS to switch can, but I don't think we should try to even up sides just to be even. I prefer 10:1 odds myself :D

LeafNinja

05-17-2006, 05:15 AM

This event is still open right blade?
if it is please send me a roster and sign up form at
tayerle@sbcglobal.net
thx really apreciate it

strikers_blade

05-17-2006, 05:44 AM

Leafninja,

It is getting very late for registration but here it is;
http://airsoftevents.com/events/event_signup.php?event_num=57
http://airsoftevents.com/events/roster.php?event_num=57

Atomic

05-17-2006, 08:58 AM

Originally posted by strikers_blade
Meat grinder? are you telling me you would not like it? :D . I sadly learned through the year that with all the effort event organizers put into opening forums in time or preping a player kit, 80% of the player will not read it or go in the forums, meaning most preparation is futile.

Being said, we still want to give you enough time to prep but also want to keep that same prep on a "momentum" status, which mean you guys will not have time to forget about the event when you will have access to the prep room.

does it make sense?

When I was talking about preparation, I meant a chance to get set up on the field. In the real world, smaller forces don't go head to head with larger ones in a conventional fight, but use the advantage of terrain, guerrilla warfare, roadside bombs, etc.

My biggest concern is that the numbers are taken into account when you make up the scenarios, and it sounds like you are on top of it. I am satisfied, so continue to march.

See you there.

LeafNinja

05-17-2006, 05:44 PM

thank you blade

Lt. Corbin

05-22-2006, 03:03 PM

So blade, am i too late for this one? I can send the Payment like tommorrow if im not.

strikers_blade

05-22-2006, 07:15 PM

Lt, email me at blade@teamstrikers.com and we will talk about it ;)

ilvfly

05-25-2006, 12:14 PM

Blade,
Would it be possible to switch to the russians? i was the one who talked to you about paying at the event.. i may be able to pay sooner when i get payed in fact... thanks

HOOT

strikers_blade

05-31-2006, 03:18 PM

Gentlemen,

Registration is closing tonight for good. All players without payment will be removed from the roster...so this is the last chance. the teams are 15 players apart so we are good to go.

If you have any problems or questions, email me at blade@teamstrikers.com

Hillslam

06-01-2006, 07:22 AM

Can't wait for this event.

Blade - are cold smokes going to be available for purchase from CombatDepot at the event? And if so what cf's?

strikers_blade

06-01-2006, 07:29 AM

I have few smokes available (40k cf) but I am defeinately hoping to get my new order in time. I have been delayed since months because the manufacturer is having issues with the ignitors (the chemical agent in it is bad or something).

I have been promised that I will get my order within the following week but since no confirmation yet, I am expecting the worse.

As far as the AG-01 grenades, I will have none. the manufacturer is completely out of stock since months and working on his version #3. Looks like they only produce once or twice a year.....

Iceman

06-01-2006, 08:29 AM

If anyone wants some grendaes, I have 6 or 8, (however many is in a box, I can't think right off hand). If you would like them, I would be happy to sell. PM me.

Atomic

06-01-2006, 09:21 AM

Blade,

I see the sides evened up some, that's a plus. I wanted to let you know that I am a registered nurse and EMT. I will bring my medic bag to the game if anyone gets a real boo-boo.

Pugboy

06-01-2006, 09:28 AM

if grenades are available ill buy some at the event cant live without throwing a few nades

Crossfire

06-01-2006, 09:41 AM

Blade, are the experation dates on the cold smoke grenades extremely important? I have two left over from BF2 that I never got to throw, and they both expired last october. Is there a strong chance that they are not going to work? If there is, I'll probably want to get some more then.

PS, notify me as soon as you can when medic info starts coming out. I won't have quite as easy access to a computer in the following weeks.

strikers_blade

06-01-2006, 09:42 AM

UPDATE

As of June 1st, 2006, the roster is officially closed for registration. As we might have made mistakes in the roster, we will still accept modifications through email only
If your name do not appears on the roster and you paid or promised to pay, please email me back a.s.a.p. If your name appears on the roster but has a yellow dot, please email me back within 48 hours.

If your BDU do not match the team requirement, you can either find a new BDU or you will have to play on the other team.

The team sizes are good to go.

For those camping, the saturday night camping is included in your entry fee. If you plan to camp on the Friday night, another 5$ will be required at the gate.

All waivers can be given at the gate. If you already gave one in 2006, you do not need to provide a new one. Players under 18 years old need to provide a notorized waiver.

While Hardlock and I are not promoting the event toward raffle opportunities, we thought that you might like to know what is part of the raffle so far;

- 2X 200$ gift certificate
- 1X Systema Challenge Kit
- Few Systema Polos
- 1X WA Marsoc Black
- 1X VFC AK74
- 1X CA M41FS
- 1X Dragunov Spring Rifle
- Various T-shirts and Hats
- RWC M700 Sniper Rifle (Desert Camouflage) - Includes scope, sling and mount
- 2X Ranger Armor vest
- 1X mag pouch rig
- FogTech products
- 3X Propane gas adaptors
- 2X WE GBB
- 12X Green Gas bottle
- 23X BB Bag
- 36 Bottle of water (reusable)
- BlackHawk CQC SERPA Hlstr
- BlackHawk HydraStorm STRIKE,Cyclone 100oz WoodlandCamo
- BlackHawk HydraStorm STRIKE,Tsunami 100oz DesertCamo
- OmgVI Aslt Hlstr
- BlackHawk Poster - Military,24" x 36"
- BlackHawk Poster - Law Enforc.,24" x 36"
- American Flag Sticker,.
- BlackHawk Coffee Mug - Travel,Plastic - Black w/gold
- Others to come.

The player kit will be available next week.

You can already register on the forums at http://www.airsoftevents.com/forums/phpBB2/index.php
As soon as registered, please request to be added to each specific team at http://www.airsoftevents.com/forums/phpBB2/groupcp.php
I will then give you access to your forums.

At this point,
all questions need to be emailed to blade@teamstrikers.com

Kingmob3

06-01-2006, 09:49 AM

isint the challenge kit a DIY systma PTW?
KM3

strikers_blade

06-01-2006, 09:56 AM

Originally posted by Kingmob3
isint the challenge kit a DIY systma PTW?
KM3

:D

Originally posted by Kingmob3
I see the sides evened up some, that's a plus. I wanted to let you know that I am a registered nurse and EMT. I will bring my medic bag to the game if anyone gets a real boo-boo.
Thanks Atomic for your help. We will also have all the tooling for any emergency and the paramedic will also be informed about the event...so we should all be covered.

Pugboy

06-01-2006, 10:56 AM

for the campsite is it ok to bring my firepit, as i have tones of firewood

strikers_blade

06-01-2006, 11:01 AM

you can bring it but fire will be under heavy control as we don't want want people to do whatever to want....

Pugboy

06-01-2006, 11:03 AM

yeah thats understandable well if anyone wants to crowd round my firepit they are welcome ill be using it to cook on anyway on the friday night

Marxus

06-01-2006, 11:22 PM

Awesome, can't wait for the end of June!

Now I just need to find some cheap desert BDU's. :D

Does anyone know how far the field is from the Cincinnati area (east side of the 275 loop)? I haven't decided if I'm gonna come up Friday and camp or drive up saturday.

icedragonx

06-01-2006, 11:41 PM

It is about an hour from Loveland/Milford area, which is close to the east side of 275.

Pugboy

06-02-2006, 08:25 AM

i got the direction off the net using the address given hope they take me to the right place
4624 dayton springfield road ?

strikers_blade

06-02-2006, 08:28 AM

Pugboy, if you would have entered your location in your profile, I could have get you the direction ;)

The best thing I can say is the easiest way to access the field is by going through Enon, accessable by the I-70 (West-East) or the I-675 (South-North).

Pugboy

06-04-2006, 06:25 PM

well im in dillsboro se indiana

if anyones is coming from around that area is there any chance
if anyone can meet me around exit 16 off of i 275 the lawrenceberg indiana exit, and i can then follow them up in my car.

strikers_blade

06-06-2006, 09:08 PM

Last call for radio rental

This coming Friday is the last day for radio rental, which mean if you guys do not have powerful radios, you will have a hard time in the field as Springfield is dense, hilly and big enough to create major comm problems.

Radio rentals are 35$ for the whole weekend, comes with spare battery and the headset. You can obviously share the rental cost between teammates.

By Friday 5pm, it will be too late for reservations so atleast you got your warning ;)

You want to reserve? blade@teamstrikers.com

raptor8390

06-07-2006, 04:53 PM

blade,

i am using my sniper rifle but have access to a p90. would that be considered a primary or a secondary weapon. in other words would i be allowed to carry both into the field?

HardLock

06-07-2006, 10:22 PM

There has been some talk recently about "raising the bar" for local events. Blind Fury 3 will be no exception. Here is an example of what you might see June 24th on the battlefield: http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e99/StrikersHardlock/Airsoft/Poster002Redo2.jpg Can you say 6 feet high and a 10 foot barrel?!

Only 2 more weeks to go! :D

BlackHawk97

06-07-2006, 10:47 PM

:eek: WOW, damn, june rocks, I wish every month had a BF and SS style event, wow, that is awesome, I can't wait(runs and grabs towel to wipe up drool).

Fish Head

06-07-2006, 10:49 PM

I have a question about mag rules for LMG's at this event. I have seen the rules allowing 3000 rnd drum mags for all weapons in the SAW category. What I am wondering is this, as the owner of an RPK (w/ barrel extension, proper bipod, etc.) can I use several high caps instead of a drum mag? Several mags are more accurate to an RPK and fit better with the loadout I choose to carry. Thank you in advance for any response.

strikers_blade

06-07-2006, 10:52 PM

Fish Head, we are actually going through my player kit for grammar and spelling issues and as soon as released, the player kit shall be able to answer all your questions....

Fish Head

06-07-2006, 10:55 PM

I thank you.

Pugboy

06-08-2006, 09:20 AM

how many people are camping on the friday night cause trying to decide wether to do it or not as dont know anyone whos gonna be there

Decoy

06-08-2006, 09:34 AM

Originally posted by HardLock
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e99/StrikersHardlock/Airsoft/Poster002Redo2.jpg Can you say 6 feet high and a 10 foot barrel?!

Only 2 more weeks to go! :D

I don't know if it is the color of it or not, but why do I think I hear anime music when I look at the pic? :D

Pugboy

06-09-2006, 12:47 PM

ive come across a problem i was replacing the hop up rubber on my m16 and ive lost the nib that goes inside the unit :(
so unless anyone has a spare ill have to buy a new gun for the game:(:(

icedragonx

06-09-2006, 12:49 PM

You can buy a new bucking set/nub or you can find a small hose or an O-ring and use that as a nub.

nextmayor

06-09-2006, 01:01 PM

The tube inside a cheap BIC pen or the insulation on the outside of some wire works in a pinch, but get it replaced for it to funtion as it's supposed to.

genocide43110

06-09-2006, 03:47 PM

Pugboy, I've got an extra nub left over from when I replaced my ak's hop-up rubber. You can have it seeing as how I don't need it. Let me know if you want it. I'll be at BF3 too if you just want to get it then.

CAR15A2

06-09-2006, 04:37 PM

When will we get mission info?

Its getting close to the event, we need to make our operational plans.

strikers_blade

06-09-2006, 04:42 PM

CAR15A2,

The mission will be release shortly. We strecthed the release time as long as we could to make sure we would go through all questions and details prior the release. That way, you exactly know what to expect before even be at the field.

While we are at it, we are expecting all players to read at least once, the player kit...it will include everything you will need, from rules to map and directions....stay tuned....

Fish Head

06-09-2006, 04:50 PM

When might we expect the player kit?

strikers_blade

06-09-2006, 05:00 PM

Fish Head, we are working on the last props in the field this weekend so expect the player kit to be given this coming week.

We waited so long so we wouldn't have to start making revisions on rules, props, missions, etc....

One thing you guys have to know though, BF3 will use a lot of field intel acquire at the field (explained in the player kit) so the player kit/mission pack will not give you much beside knowing what rules will be used.

The forums are opened so you just have to request team access and start working on your roster. I am cleaning up the roles right now so you will know who are the squad leaders shortly.

Fish Head

06-10-2006, 08:31 AM

Thanks Blade. I don't mean to press you this close to the event. If the teams are not entirely set yet, is there any way I could get onto Hillslam's group, he is one of the only people I know at this event, since my group of guys bailed. I am also concerned about the drum mag versus high caps for my LMG. Which you tell me will be answered when the player packs come out. Thanks for all of your help. Sorry to be a pest. See you at the event.

Pugboy

06-12-2006, 08:47 AM

thanks genocide43110 i owe you one

Pugboy

06-12-2006, 08:49 AM

Fish Head you can pair up with me if you want if your on my team as i dont know anyone there either.

Fish Head

06-12-2006, 11:15 AM

Pugboy,
As long as the teams are not decided in advance, that sounds fine.
See you there.

strikers_blade

06-12-2006, 12:00 PM

Pugboy, you are part of Kreigers. Fish Head, you are part of Tropicos......

The squad are usually divided by team affiliations. Although, some commanders prefer to work their own roster so it is something you guys will have to follow up on www.airsoftevents.com forums....

strikers_blade

06-12-2006, 02:00 PM

Forums are up and running since a week now. You can register at http://www.airsoftevents.com/forums/phpBB2/index.php
As soon as registered, please request to be added to each specific team at http://www.airsoftevents.com/forums/phpBB2/groupcp.php
I will then give you access to your forums.

Also, due to the lack of interest for the high power radios, we decided that only Commanders would receive a radio. Everybody will be on their own. The channel listing will be given with the player kit and mission packs tonight.