Hunt for the Cure - May 4

[LoudThunder]

May 4 2008. The fourth annual Hunt for the Cure Charity Game.
Splattag.

All proceeds from the event goes to Huntington Disease Society Of America.

Foster from Farmland returns as the General for the Marines (I could be wrong on the side) to defend his hard fought Victory of last year.

GhostWolf of WIP-SOG and President of The BadgerBrigades is looking to become the next king of the hunt.

Are you tough enough to hang in THE Scenario event of 2008?

Last year 2 Angel A1's, 1 Miltec 66 RIS and more where given away.

IF you can only make one scenario game in 08 make it the hunt. Have fun helping Hunting for the Cure for one of the worst diease in the world.
Leave some welts for a great cause!


Proudly Produced, Written, Reffed by Wild Bunch.
And Proudly Sponsored by SplatTag, Northern Command Paintball, WDP/Angel and more!

[Vander]

I'll be a paintball playing S.O.B. for the month of May!!! almost every weekend! woo-woo! dribble:)

I'll be there!

[Mustangman]

the Working Class Heroes will be there as well.

[FaTaLMiZtAkE]

I'llbe there....as well as a few aces for sure....sniper:)(me):scared0012:(vander)......lol. ...jk

[Vander]

sniper:)(me):scared0012:(vander)......lol....jk

Ha-ha-ha! Nice! We'll see...

I will be wearing a few welts from all of the other games in May, I'm sure... motivates me to get hit less.

We'll have to bust out all that fun Navy training on each other! ha-ha-ha!

[Thalion]

Once again, I am in to help Foster.

Aces High, any chance we can pick you guys up for the Marines/Coalition this game?

[Bizzare87]

I must fight for foster again.I don't think nate would have any objection to that thalion.The only thing is we must ask one of the game masters.LT any thought on the subject?

[Thalion]

Ghostwolf is bringing (or threatening to bring) so many Wisconsin teams, I don't think it'd be unbalanced to have you guys returning for us.

[Mustangman]

WCH is committed to Foster. unless told other wise.

[AKA]

We will also be there, can't wait to see the scenario./AKA

[LoudThunder]

I must fight for foster again.I don't think nate would have any objection to that thalion.The only thing is we must ask one of the game masters.LT any thought on the subject?

You can run on any side that you guys are wanting to.

As for Teams that are showing up. I do believe a good number of FarmLand/Damage Inc boys are showing up in support of Foster (Yeah its shaping up to be one heck of game!)

Help spread the word fellas!

[LoudThunder]

Ghostwolf is bringing (or threatening to bring) so many Wisconsin teams, I don't think it'd be unbalanced to have you guys returning for us.

I hope he can bring EVERY team from Wisconsin and beyond.
The more the merrier. Not to mention that it all goes for a good cause!

[Thalion]

I hope he can bring EVERY team from Wisconsin and beyond.
The more the merrier. Not to mention that it all goes for a good cause!

Oh I agree. I was just clarifying for the Aces in case they wanted to ensure it'd be balanced out.

I'd be glad to see that happen, it'd make one fun game.

[badmoon]

for sure we play where we are told or asked to. I'm pretty laid back about that, unless i have a grudge. lol

[LoudThunder]

Oh I agree. I was just clarifying for the Aces in case they wanted to ensure it'd be balanced out.

I'd be glad to see that happen, it'd make one fun game.

Thalion Dont take my post the wrong way.
What I meant was that GhostWolf knows and is known by quite a few players and teams and hopefully he can bring TONS of players and teams to the game. After everything else this game is for charity and the more people come to play the better.
More teams = better game = more teams = better game etc.

[Foster]

More than anything I would like to encourage those who do not play on a team to show up. This game started out as a small local scenario, and grew through word of mouth into something that is sure to show up on the national radar soon. It is the MN/WI PLAYERS that make this game what it is...and what it can be.

Not sure where you may fit in? Look into these groups, chances are you will find some of your soon to be best buddies:
-Sentinels (contact Tim)
-Pelican Brigade Paintball Club (contact AKA)
-Farmland (contact me)
-Working Class Heros (contact mustangman)
-Aces High (contact Bizzare87 because everyone knows badmoon is a tool...Just kidding)

Togeather we are stronger than the sum of our parts.

[Mustangman]

Yeah, WCH is always on the look out for more teammates and we are a really close knit group, so we try to make everyone feel like a part of the team. if there is anyone in the SW portion of the state looking for someone to play some paintball with prior to HFTC, contact me.

[TheWhiteWail]

Um...what disease is this charity supposed to help fight?

[Mustangman]

the money raised goes to help the fight against Huntington's disease which has no known cure yet.

[LoudThunder]

http://www.hdsa.org (http://www.hdsa.org/site/PageServer)

http://www.hdsa-mn.org (http://www.hdsa-mn.org/Index.html)

[LoudThunder]

Um...what disease is this charity supposed to help fight?

Huntington's Disease is a disease of both the mind and the body. It is an inherited, progressively degenerative brain disorder. Typically, symptoms appear between age 30 and 50. However, cases have been noted as early as 2 and as late as 80.

The first symptoms usually appear slowly and can vary from person to person. Early symptoms include involuntary movements of the body and limbs and marked personality changes.Over a period of 10-25 years the ability to think, to speak and to walk is greatly diminished in persons with Huntington's Disease.

About ten percent of the Huntington's Disease cases will be juvenile striking at a very early age and progressing very rapidly.

At present, there is no cure. However, modern medicine has provided many drug treatments that help improve the quality of life for those with Huntington's Disease.

Huntington's Disease affects all sexes, races, ethnic groups, and ages.Each child of an affected parent with Huntington's Disease has a 50/50 chance of inheriting the gene. If a person carries the gene eventually they will develop Huntington's Disease.

I will say this (and only this Ill leave it up to him if he wants to elaberate more). There is a member of my team and One of my closest friends' that is at risk from this disease (as are his children). This person alot of you have played for, with and against. This strikes very close to home for most of WB.
Not game of paintball has to be about paintball.
At last years Hunt Game we raised 30k to donate to HDSA.

[TheWhiteWail]

I'm sorry, I'd just never heard of Huntington's disease before. I thought it was a location or something, which is why I asked. I hope that you all have a big turnout, and that you can educate some people like me so that more people know what Huntington's is all about, and raise lots of money. I wish all of you the best of luck, both with the paintball game and the disease itself.

[Mustangman]

my wife is an RN and she described to me what Huntington's does. the closest thing i could compare it to would be; it would be like getting Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and MS all at once and then still trying to function. it is an extremely difficult thing for not only the people that have the disease, but also their families. Like LT said, if you have Huntington's your kids would be genetically predetermined to potentially develop it as well. Since there is no known cure yet, it is an incredibly scary disease. that's why we should all come out to play this game and support a cause far greater than ourselves. If you think that you can't afford it, think again. money is only a tool, a tool that we should use to help better the world, not only for ourselves, but for others. if you can't attend, consider sending a donation. Please help the WB in their noble attempt to help others.

[LoudThunder]

my wife is an RN and she described to me what Huntington's does. the closest thing i could compare it to would be; it would be like getting Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and MS all at once and then still trying to function. it is an extremely difficult thing for not only the people that have the disease, but also their families. Like LT said, if you have Huntington's your kids would be genetically predetermined to potentially develop it as well. Since there is no known cure yet, it is an incredibly scary disease. that's why we should all come out to play this game and support a cause far greater than ourselves. If you think that you can't afford it, think again. money is only a tool, a tool that we should use to help better the world, not only for ourselves, but for others. if you can't attend, consider sending a donation. Please help the WB in their noble attempt to help others.gc:)bow:)brovo:)applaus:)applaus:)applaus:)

[triggerhappyshawn]

I play only speedball all year long, but this is the only woodball event i go to. I have a great time!

[badmoon]

definetly one of the most memerable games last year for me. good fun ok refing jk. i had alot of fun.

[Ghostwolf]

help:) I am putting out an open recruiting call to all teams and individuals who are interested in playing for the Mercinary side at The Hunt for the Cure! A call to all those who would stand against the Imperialist Coalition and the greedy pharmaceutical companies they represent! A call to stand for Truth! The Imperialists claim that they are trying to secure The Cure for the good of mankind, but they really want to control It, patent It and use It to bleed the nations of the world dry and control those so desperately in need of The Cure!

The Imperialists paint us Mercinaries as the greedy ones. They say we do not care about human suffering, only money! This is an outright lie! We fight for those who cannot fight for themselves, people held in bondage to wicked and immoral pharmaceutical companies and The Imperialist military/industrial complex who butcher for them! We are paid for our services just as the soldiers of The Imperialists are, however, we lay down our lives to bring freedom to the weak and oppressed, not to subjugate more innocent people under The Imperialist jackboot!

So I implore you, if you stand for freedom and truth, if you care about the poor and impoverished, if you abhor greed and the idea of a world run by corporations, STAND AND FIGHT ALONG SIDE OF US!

:D


Hey everyone! Yes, I will be there, as will some of the BadgerBrigades teams. Unfortunately, The Hunt is on the same day as the Judge Dredd game at Sherwood Forest, which Team WOW (Warriors of the Wilderness, one of our strongest teams) are already committed to playing.

While it is true that a number of BadgerBrigades teams are coming, most of those teams are small in size. Only two have more than 6 members that I'm aware of, WIP-SOG (the Wisconsin Paintball-Special Operations Group) and the Bulldogs. I am making efforts to recruit for the Mercinary side, but am also very very busy in my role as President of the BadgerBrigades.

But, no excuses.

I am very excited about The Hunt. It will be my first effort at being a General for a large game. I am aware of both Foster's and Damage Inc.'s reputations and have been informing my people that we will be in for a real test. Added to that, Minnesota has a strong paintball community and Foster is well known and respected in that community. This will make recruiting easier for him, especially since he can push the MN vs WI angle. Yes, I know that The Hunt is not a MN vs WI themed game, but I am the President of a Wisconsin scenario paintball network and the teams from that network who come to this game will all be fighting for me, therefore Foster can bill this as an opportunity to "hunt down some cheezers".

Having said all that, if anyone reading this post is interested in playing for the Mercinary side at The Hunt, you can PM me here or in The Badger Den ( http://www.badgerbrigades.com/den/index.php ).

This is going to be one of the best games of the year and I encourage everyone who is still on the fence about coming to attend. It's a great game for a great charity (HDSA) reffed by some great guys (WILD BUNCH) at a spectacular field (Splat Tag).

GW

[Thalion]

Good to see you on here, Ghostwolf.

I was starting to notice that by demographics, it could well turn into a MN/WI rivalry. I'm sure you'll pick up some Minnesotans though (Erndogg and his kin come to mind).

What I'd like to see is if we can call on our neighbors, players from the Dakotas, Iowa, or even those crazy Canucks north of the border.

Let's see how big we can make this.

[LoudThunder]

help:) Edited for length.
GW

GW bump:) welcome:) brovo:) applaus:) applaus:) applaus:) applaus:) applaus:)

[Ghostwolf]

I should note... the above rant does not, let me emphasize DOES NOT mean that I am in any way disrespectful of or unappreciative of the Armed Forces of the United States. It is to be taken in the spirit in which it was intended, as a function of my role as Merc General. Role, as in acting. It is propaganda for the sake of making the game more fun.

Just thought I should clarify that before someone accuses me of being un-American or anti-soldier.

GW

[Ed_D]

I will be there to support my fellow team mate Foster.
Looking forward to this.

[Shaman]

I will be in attendance as usual. sniper:) Great game this is! Definetly one of my favorite games of the year.

[spock]

this looks to be a great game in the making..

[Thalion]

I should note... the above rant does not, let me emphasize DOES NOT mean that I am in any way disrespectful of or unappreciative of the Armed Forces of the United States. It is to be taken in the spirit in which it was intended, as a function of my role as Merc General. Role, as in acting. It is propaganda for the sake of making the game more fun.

Just thought I should clarify that before someone accuses me of being un-American or anti-soldier.


I don't think anyone here would take it that way. It's just good-natured fun for the purpose of the game.

I'll admit, that was a pretty good recruiting speech for the game, and that's coming from one of the loyal "imperialists" laughing:)


this looks to be a great game in the making..

Absolutely. This is going to be one of the highlights of the season at Splat Tag.

I encourage any new faces who have not yet experienced this event to show up. Great game, great staff running it, and it's for a good cause.

[Ed_D]

Mark, it will be an honor to play alongside you again.

[Erndogg]

Out of curiosity have entry fees and such been determined yet?

[Krutsie]

I am proud to say that this event is going to be Woodland Security's first big event as a squad. We'd like to play with our fellow commrads with Paint,(mn Militia,working class heroes,Pelican Brigaid,Sentinals, and so on) there are a few teams in this area we are going contact.'We might get a charter bus, will it fit back there in the woods? Bus fits 48 we have about 30. if anyone needs a ride from rochester area, that might be an option.


Remember all Bouncers,Check the exits, Designated driver, MountainDews on the house, this is designated driver ,over, I see two hotties and a minor. going to ask one to dance, over.ones married and the other one went out to smoke.
Bouncer,keep a look out for the Minor neer the bar..

DONT BE SUPRISED WHEN YOU HERE BAR TALK OUT THERE GUYS

[Thalion]

I am proud to say that this event is going to be Woodland Security's first big event as a squad. We'd like to play with our fellow commrads with Paint,(mn Militia,working class heroes,Pelican Brigaid,Sentinals, and so on) there are a few teams in this area we are going contact.'We might get a charter bus, will it fit back there in the woods? Bus fits 48 we have about 30. if anyone needs a ride from rochester area, that might be an option.

Welcome to the Coalition.

[Brutis]

I'm wondering about our law rules.
The last 3 years we've had a 20' radius of destruction from the point of impact. Which simulates the explosive force of rocket propelled weapons. It also means you could be killed by a nearby law hit without actually being hit.
What do you all think?
Should we keep it that way or drop the "Splash" damage?
Making laws useless except for hard targets.
I kind of like getting the law players into the game more, but thats just me.

[Mustangman]

Brutis, as long as you have the refs to enforce it, leave it as is.

[WreckingCrew]

I'm wondering about our law rules.
The last 3 years we've had a 20' radius of destruction from the point of impact. Which simulates the explosive force of rocket propelled weapons. It also means you could be killed by a nearby law hit without actually being hit.
What do you all think?
Should we keep it that way or drop the "Splash" damage?
Making laws useless except for hard targets.
I kind of like getting the law players into the game more, but thats just me.

Yeah we were on top of that pretty well last year and it helps swing a battle either way as well. I would limit the # of rounds that the AT launcher can have on his person say one in the pipe and 2 reloads with reloads being carried buy other squad members as well with a limit of 2 per person

[Thalion]

Leave it as it is.

I'm not so sure about the limits. I've never seen anyone carry more than 6 before (counting the one in the pipe). Since all LAWs at the game will be single shot (must open the breech and reload every time), I don't think it's particularly excessive firepower. I didn't run into any problems at last year's Hunt regarding LAWs. I was eliminated by one once, and that was that. With the cost of the nerf rounds, most LAW users will want to try and recover their projectiles.

If we want to reduce the "splash damage" to a 10 foot radius instead of 20 as a means to compensate, I wouldn't mind. I guess I just didn't run into any problems with it last year and I tend to run by the "if it ain't broke" method.

[badmoon]

i vote leave it as is aswell. i love the splash damege. the only real problem with it is lack of refs around to enforce it.

[Thalion]

i vote leave it as is aswell. i love the splash damege. the only real problem with it is lack of refs around to enforce it.

Except for at the Hunt, there's plenty of refs. It's not like a normal game.

[badmoon]

was that a shot tim lol

[Thalion]

was that a shot tim lol

No. Just saying there's more refs out there at the Hunt so it's easier for them to see more going on and cover it.

As I reffed both at OK D-Day '07 and the Resident Evil game, I'm aware of the difficulty in seeing everything (especially D-Day... that was crazy). I'm not blaming you guys or anything, just said that more sets of eyes makes everything easier (which is true).

[WreckingCrew]

was that a shot tim lol



Heck i blame you police:)

[badmoon]

woopie finaly i get the blame ohh what blame is a bad thing in this situation damn.

[Foster]

My fellow Coalition,

Almost a year has past since our victory over the Mercenary forces at the battle of “Operation Lone Star”. Now on the eve of our anniversary, reports from around the globe warn of new threats against the civilized world. Despite scientists being kidnapped, data files being stolen & the constant attempt’s on the lives of high level medical corporations CEO’s the enemy has failed in every attempt to capture a pure strain.

Now is not the time to rest on our success, complacent thoughts are a security threat that we can no longer afford. The lazy minds of the politicians have helped the enemy gain ground, every inch of red tape threatening to tie out hands as the enemy waits in the shadows.

Yet there is a silver lining in this crisis.

The polarization of our officials has exposed those within our ranks, who under the sheep’s coat of “compassion” would gladly trade your liberty for a promise of power. The rank and file socialist media prey on our young and elders, headlines and sound bits are there weapon of choice.

True compassion can only be wielded by the strong…the brave…the free.

Fear not my brothers in arms, that your sacrifice will be wasted in the halls of bureaucracy & to the pages of history. That your strength and courage will be overshadowed by close up camera tricks & Berkeley protesters. For this battle will be won with or without the approval of the swine’s. This is a battle that will challenge the so called global leaders to re-read there history…And educate themselves on the perseverance and resolve of a threatened free society.

We stand as the front line, at the dawn of a new age, with the blood of free men running through our veins. We stand as our forefathers stood over 200 years ago, against the threat of tyranny & injustice. We stand as the guardians for the weak, the fearful, and the future.

We hold the cure, and with it the responsibility.

Political rules of engagement will not shield the enemy; we are prepared to use every means at our disposal to ensure victory, stability & freedom.

Check your equipment & search your soul.
Once again it is time, your time to save the world!


-Foster
General of the Coalition Forces
Hunt For The Cure 2008

[Bizzare87]

I'm with you general

http://blog.tmcnet.com/blog/tom-keating/images/braveheart.jpg

[badmoon]

my sword by your side sir. (what movie is that from)(hint: it involves bruce campbell in it)

[WreckingCrew]

my sword by your side sir. (what movie is that from)(hint: it involves bruce campbell in it)


My Guess is Army of Darkness :P

[badmoon]

yep yep you sir are correct :D

[Darrin]

Hunt For The Cure Scenario Game web site

www.wildbunchpaintball.com/hunt.html (http://www.wildbunchpaintball.com/hunt.html)



:)

[Podoz1]

It looks like i will be involved in this game so I hope this will be anywhere as good as last year (atleast from what i heard it was good) so we all have a good time.

[combatpaintball]

I am the owner of Combat Paintball. I try to make it out to a few games a year at other fields. I was out to Splat Tag last year for there hunt for the Cure. I only had a few guys with me but we had a blast. Getting the vibe going over here at combat and we are looking at rocking some devistating distruction again this year. recon:)

As far as the comment about the refs I thought there were more than enough out there. Almost every were I was and there was action there was always at least one ref there as well.

[combatpaintball]

Two thumbs up to the reffing.

[Thalion]

Podoz, never fear. This game will be the best one of the season and better than last year was.

combatpaintball, I completely agree. Thank you refs, you guys are great and make this possible.

[Brutis]

Rules update.
We cleared up a few errors.
Looks good now.
:D

[Thalion]

Rules update.
We cleared up a few errors.
Looks good now.
:D

Read the updated rules, looks good so far.

The only question I have is if other players can "join" the mission later (mid-mission attempt).

Example: Squad A leaves the main HQ with the mission card and heads towards Wild Bunch base. At the plane, they come by friendly Squad B, who decides to reinforce Squad A. They continue to the mission objective, where the holder of the mission card is eliminated in a firefight. Can a member of Squad B pick up the card and finish the mission, or does it need to be a member of Squad A?

[Podoz1]

I have a follow up question to Thalion's: How do you know who is on "squad A" and "Squad B"?

I think this is a different way of puting it: "Mission Squad A" meets "mob/herd (bunch of people following a team player) B" they join to gether and the person carrying the mission sheet is eliminated can a perosn outside of the mission squad take up the sheet and finish the mission.

[Thalion]

I have a follow up question to Thalion's: How do you know who is on "squad A" and "Squad B"?

I think this is a different way of puting it: "Mission Squad A" meets "mob/herd (bunch of people following a team player) B" they join to gether and the person carrying the mission sheet is eliminated can a perosn outside of the mission squad take up the sheet and finish the mission.

I think that if my question is that yes, people can join mid-mission, then it's pretty irrelevant.

[Podoz1]

I'm just putting it in my light atleast from what I understand this is how I would ask it. Now if you meant if two "Mission squads" wouldl join up to accomplish both mission thats a different story.

[Brutis]

As long as the mission sheet doesn't have a player limit thats fine.
If it says "10 player squad limit" you can't roll in with 30 guys.
Your mission would be to remain a small squad operation.
Mission failed.
No points awarded.

[Delta Echo]

As long as the mission sheet doesn't have a player limit thats fine.
If it says "10 player squad limit" you can't roll in with 30 guys.
Your mission would be to remain a small squad operation.
Mission failed.
No points awarded.
Agreed.
Likewise, missions may require a minimum number of survivors (live players) by missions end, or designated personnel "mission essential" who must remain alive throughout the mission.

The mission cards will be specific on these points, so if the mission card doesn't specifically forbid something, and it doesn't break any game rules, it should be legal.

[Badger]

If any of you Wild Bunch guys will be at Arctic Blast (or should we now say Temperate Zone Blast), I'll have those pill vials for you for HFTC. I even created a label on each one that I think you'll like, just to give the props some bit of realism. beret:)

[Delta Echo]

Thanks Badger!
I think we will find a use for those.
We'll be at Artic Blast, Seeya there.

[Bizzare87]

I don't think I can stress how much I love this game....time is moving wayyyyy too slow.

[Brutis]

Greetings,
My name is Burt Peterson.
Many of you know me simply as "Brutis".
I am the captain and founder of Wild Bunch, a scenario paintball team located in Minnesota.
I am at risk for Huntington's disease. (HD)
Both my mother & my brother have HD.
I have a 50/50 (coin toss - heads you get it & die, tails you don't) chance of developing this terrible disease.
My daughter is also at risk.
For the majority of my life I've hid & downplayed my risk. Now that I'm at the age when symptoms start to develop, I've decided (with the support of my friends & teammates) to do what I can to raise awareness & money for research. Since HD is an inherited disease, the general public doesn't seem concerned about it. As a result, our families (who are the ones affected the MOST by HD) end up being our caregivers.
My method of fighting this dragon is hosting the "Hunt for the cure" charity scenario game.
http://www.wildbunchpaintball.com/hunt.html
100% of profits from this event go to the Huntingtons Disease Society of America. (HDSA)
For three years now, we've produced an event that is quickly becoming the premier scenario game in the upper midwest. I believe that by providing a superior event, entries will continue to rise.
But we need your help. Please watch this video. You will learn more about why we are fighting.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHv-CNDxV5U
This is just one other family trying to do something for their loved ones.
These people were not born disabled – they got this during the prime of their life and were robbed of everything.
We need your help. Please consider our paintball charity event for your schedule. If you cannot attend, please volunteer or contribute.
I'm not sure what my future will be, but with your help, others like my daughter, might just have a future.

Respectfully,
Burt "Brutis" Peterson
Captain, Wild Bunch

[Thalion]

Darrin, Brutis, I have sent you both PMs pertaining to this event.

Darrin, I didn't know which of your two accounts to send it to, so I sent it to 'Darrin.'

Thanks much,

[Bizzare87]

I do not want to wait anymore.People if you are planning on not coming to this think twice.Amazing game and an amazing cause.Just come play paintball.

[Krutsie]

Due to High gas Prices I thought that Woodland Security would consider renting a Charter bus for the trip to "Hunt for the Cure"May 4th. I have a friend who owns the charter company and has set aside a bus for that Sunday.Woodland Security should Have about 20 going.,I hope anyways,The bus holds 47 people and we want to fill it up.If we can fill the bus up it will cost 20.00 a person. Not bad Considering all the cost for gas and wear on your Vehicle.This is an open invite to anyone in the Rochester,MN Area that wants to attend.I am reserving 20 for Woodland Security.so there are 27 open seats. please call me asap if you want to join the Bus ride.

Joel Krutsinger
Woodland Security Captian
www.woodlandsecurity.net
1-507-990-9184(CONTACT NUMBER)

[Podoz1]

^^ Are you bringing a trailor or having people sit with their stuff?? If not I think you should close the last 7 or so seats for "storage".

[Krutsie]

He's got a full lower level,but that is a good point, actually I hope on 20 of our squad members coming. i only know of 15 definate. I know I have alot of gear myself,LOL

[Podoz1]

So is it like a tour bus not something like a "school" bus?

[Krutsie]

Its an older tour bus, Isnt tall like the new one, I've taken it Bar hopping. very comfortable .

[Krutsie]

Darrin Just contacted me and told me a Charter bus wont fit back into Splatt Tag. I think we are still going to see if we can park it at the entrance and bring one truck to haul the gear up.

[packetgod]

Hunt for the cure was my favorite scenario game of last year, I'm there for sure this year. If you need any help shuttling in from where you park your bus I don't mind driving back and forth, not that I have a big car or anything but I'm sure it would be better than hoofing it.

--P>G>>

[Krutsie]

Thankyou, That is very nice of you.

Is there any way we can get ahold of a map being used at the "hunt for the cure"?

Or last practice is Sunday and i would like a little intell. LOL

[Delta Echo]

Wow, thanks for you interest guys!
We have had numerous requests for the map we will be using this year. However, at this time the 2008 Hunt for the Cure map hasn't been released as we are still working out some of the game details. IF the map is publicly released before the game it will only be out a week before the event. For now all I can say is the game field will be at least the same size, possibly a little larger if enough preregistrations warrant it, and encompass roughly the same fields we used last year.
There will several more MAJOR changes from last years map and game that for now will have to remain under wraps but will play a big part in the game. Players who have attended previous Hunt for the Cure events have come expect that, and we don't want to disappoint. We do like to throw in "unexpected" elements into the game to keep players on their toes so keep your plans flexible.

[Thalion]

If I remember correctly, the 2007 Hunt map was never released until we got to the field.

[Podoz1]

Well seeing this will be my first Hunt I hope for the unexpected. On the other hand I never expect anything except Thalion being there to hold me in a time of crisis. JKJK

I can't wait for this will be my kick off game of the season. I will send my registration in some time next week if not tommorrow.

[Foster]

It is getting close!

Please, if you are new to scenario games or if you feel that (because of all the hype talk) that this game is too hardcore...reconsider. Despite all the talk, HFTC is by far the most "fair" scenario game to be held at SplatTag. It is not that ST does a bad job in running there games, it is because WB puts there ENTIRE team on the field as reffs. You will be hard pressed to find a higher ratio of reffs to players at ANY scenario game of this size.

It has never been the right of the might, But the might of the right!

Diplomacy?...F-That it is Hunting season!
Coalition Forces 2008

[Thalion]

Diplomacy?...F-That it is Hunting season!
Coalition Forces 2008

barmy:)

God bless America, and may we lead the Coalition to victory.


usa:)




(and if you really needed to ask, yes, this is a perfect example of "hype talk" )

[Podoz1]

Hey i got a question on registery. I did the online registery and I don't think there was a coalition/mercenaries box to check. What happens if I get put on the wrong team (mercenaries) also I did fill out/ say that I'm a part of the Sentinels so i don't know if that will help them sort that out. I would just like some feedback, I could have on accident missed that box.

On a side note but did some one from Damage Inc. clean out the forest lake Walmart of impact paint? (hey its good paint for $40 never had a broken or dimpled ball from there.)

[Thalion]

On a side note but did some one from Damage Inc. clean out the forest lake Walmart of impact paint? (hey its good paint for $40 never had a broken or dimpled ball from there.)

I would wager the answer is no.

Don't worry about the side - you'll get to where you need to be.

[Podoz1]

OK but I'm still wondering who cleaned it out because it was full (at least 4 cases) on sunday but on Wednesday it was cleaned out.

[Foster]

There is a good size group of Damage in Forest Lake, though Impact is most likley safe from there wrath. ;)

[WreckingCrew]

There is a good size group of Damage in Forest Lake, though Impact is most likley safe from there wrath. ;)


lollaughing:)

[spock]

I just got home from the game planing meeting.
you guys are going to have a good time playing.
maps are done, dont ask you'll see then soon enough.

[Cooltoad]

word on the street is that the chicken is worth monster points this time around

[WreckingCrew]

I just got home from the game planing meeting.
you guys are going to have a good time playing.
maps are done, dont ask you'll see then soon enough.

I am in full agreement this is gonna be one game they talk about for the whole year

word on the street is that the chicken is worth monster points this time around

We have a chicken??

[Danger911]

The game is decided, the map has been made...It all leaves me with a great feeling of Envy:D. I SO wish I could play in this game!! If scenario is what you crave, come to HFTC & drink at the fountain of plenty! If speedball is more your style, bring your A game and you will not be disapointed! I believe this is the best game we've come up with yet! With fair weather and good attitudes/sportmanship this could be the best game for everyone involved!!(volunteers/players alike.) It chokes me up, to see all the dedicated supporters/players and the kind words for what we are trying to accomplish by doing what we love to do. For the love of the game and the people who play it, join us to make it great! Danger-911

P.S. Chicken?WTF?chicken:)laughing:)

[Thalion]

P.S. Chicken?WTF?chicken:)laughing:)

There was a rubber chicken out on the field last year. It wasn't really worth any points, but it was amusing.

[Cooltoad]

There was a rubber chicken out on the field last year. It wasn't really worth any points, but it was amusing.

chicken:)Remember the Chicken Luke!! It will serve you well!chicken:)


More intel to follow i just have to query my sources!!! now where did my wallet go!

[Podoz1]

Hey is there any way we could get any of the Paintball mags out to cover it? I was wondering seeing that we could get more info out on it that could get more people interested and more players second time around (5th really I believe).

[Ghostwolf]

Well, I will tell you all that the Mercenary side is very amped about this game. We have been recruiting feverishly and have some good Operators committed to us.

I do want to agree with Foster, though. Those of you who are new to scenario games and are worried about how "hardcore" this game might be should relax. The Hunt '06 was my first ever scenario game and even though I've played in many since then, I still find The Hunt to be one of the best run and fairest games.

Having said that, those of you who are experienced scenario players who are still on the fence about coming to this game should make the decision to come. Wild Bunch has always put on a great game and there will be plenty of opportunities for more experienced players/teams to step-up and make a genuine difference in the outcome of this game.

And yeah, there is a lot of hype around this game, and rightly so. Foster has last year's win to defend and I......

I and the rest of my organization will be coming to serve notice that Scenario Paintball is alive and well in Wisconsin and that we are ready to go head to head with anybody. But I should mention, to clear up any confusion, that The BadgerBrigades are not a strictly Wisconsin Scenario Paintball Network. We are an Upper-Midwest Scenario Paintball Network that happens to be based out of Wisconsin. We have a couple of Minnesota teams on board with us as well as a multi-state team.

So, for those Minnesota teams that have been recruited for the Coalition on the premis that this is some sort of WI vs MN game and are only going Coalition because they want to be loyal to their state, you'll be more than welcome on the Merc side if that's where you'd rather be. This is Mercs vs Coalition, not WI vs MN. You wouldn't be the only MN Mercs this year. And yeah, I already know Foster has some Sconnie crews under his banner...

Anyway, it's going to be an incredible game for a worthy cause, and that is the real focus of this game. Win or lose, we are all helping out in the......

Hunt for the Cure!

[Podoz1]

We have been recruiting feverishly and have some good Operators committed to us....

...So, for those Minnesota teams that have been recruited for the Coalition on the premis that this is some sort of WI vs MN game and are only going Coalition because they want to be loyal to their state, you'll be more than welcome on the Merc side if that's where you'd rather be.


Is this a plea of help?? jkjk just playing with you.tongue:)

More the competition the better.

[Ghostwolf]

No, just sending a coded message to my spy in Foster's Camp.

And about the chicken.... I will be committing 87.5% of my force to finding that chicken even if it costs us the game!

Or not.

GW

[Podoz1]

Ok just checking. Also I'd watch your back becuase I will be. hehe

[Brutis]

All I know is when you hear that rooster crow, you'd better run.
Towards it, or away from it?
I'm not saying, you'll have to decipher the meaning of the chicken....
chicken:)

[Podoz1]

Dang you took the 100th reply owell. I'll run to it becuase I don't mind a good may Christmas tree. And Thalion better catch it on camera.

But if it is benificall I will be happy and hopefully light up everyone else that tries to get it.

[Erndogg]

Is this "chicken" spotted?? If it is I know exactly where to find it. because...

The spotted chicken Moos at midnight, and will reach the summit on the fourth day at noon!

[Cooltoad]

Is this "chicken" spotted?? If it is I know exactly where to find it. because...

The spotted chicken Moos at midnight, and will reach the summit on the fourth day at noon!

dont fear:) the chicken:)

[Podoz1]

Well if he isn't doing supposed^^ I'll follow him and take him out so I can have the chicken for coalition. mahahah

[Thalion]

Well if he isn't doing supposed^^ I'll follow him and take him out so I can have the chicken for coalition. mahahah

But what if the chicken is worth negative points?

We will see what the chicken can do in a few short weeks.

[Podoz1]

How cares I can still brag that I took out erndogg. And if that doesn't carry any weight i'll still have a fun story to tell.

[Erndogg]

How cares I can still brag that I took out erndogg. And if that doesn't carry any weight i'll still have a fun story to tell.

Lets face it, Its not all that hard to take out a slow target, thats bigger then the broad side of a barn. Might take more flak if you missed me :scared0012:

[Thalion]

Lets face it, Its not all that hard to take out a slow target, thats bigger then the broad side of a barn. Might take more flak if you missed me :scared0012:


laughing:)

Yeah, when we get to BSV, I'm counting on the fact that you and I will take more bounces than Nate and Rotter, 'cause we sure won't be fast.

Bounces... it's the advantage given to us fat people.

[Erndogg]

laughing:)

Yeah, when we get to BSV, I'm counting on the fact that you and I will take more bounces than Nate and Rotter, 'cause we sure won't be fast.

Bounces... it's the advantage given to us fat people.

LOL so true

[Podoz1]

Well seeing that you both are both seam secure about you obbeseness, let the fat jokes begin. jkjk But Thalion you're not all the slow form what i remember but of course that was last year so you might have gained alittle I odn't know (maybe those fatty donuts oo security guardpolice:))tongue:):rolleyes:

Help Help its the fat police.help:)

[nicoderm]

I would like to be there. My friend has Huntington Disease. Do you have to be on a team to play?

[Erndogg]

I would like to be there. My friend has Huntington Disease. Do you have to be on a team to play?

Nah, I would just register in advance. Be a great event to try and talk your friends in to coming too if they are looking to check out scenario play. Other then that Show up, have fun.

[nicoderm]

where do i register?

[Erndogg]

where do i register?

Every thing should be here

http://www.wildbunchpaintball.com/hunt.html

[Krutsie]

calling all SE Minnesota scenario player who what to attend, we have 15 seats available (20.00 a head)leaving Rochester to splatt tag to this game.

[kyle925]

Pretty good chance i'm attending this one. If given the oppurtunity, I'd like to offer my services to make an "info-mercial/documentary" of the true meaning of this event ( this annual charity event and its main cause w/c is the HFTC - HD), and that means i'd like to do some "sit-down interview" w/ the organizers ( Wild Bunch/Splat tag -Darrin).And probably get some "behind the scenes" footages of the scenario game (tagging along w/ the different teams involved).

[AKA]

Heres a Question for Wild Bunch. Will anyone be able to take registration forms and money at the Jungle-Rumble Game on the 27th? I know thats how I registered last year so I would like to do the same this year if possible. If its been mentioned earlier I apoligize for not re-reading 12 pages.:D Let me know, Thanks./AKA

[WreckingCrew]

Pretty good chance i'm attending this one. If given the oppurtunity, I'd like to offer my services to make an "info-mercial/documentary" of the true meaning of this event ( this annual charity event and its main cause w/c is the HFTC - HD), and that means i'd like to do some "sit-down interview" w/ the organizers ( Wild Bunch/Splat tag -Darrin).And probably get some "behind the scenes" footages of the scenario game (tagging along w/ the different teams involved).

Talk to Brutis or Delta Echo on www.wildbunchpaintball.com

[LoudThunder]

Pretty good chance i'm attending this one. If given the oppurtunity, I'd like to offer my services to make an "info-mercial/documentary" of the true meaning of this event ( this annual charity event and its main cause w/c is the HFTC - HD), and that means i'd like to do some "sit-down interview" w/ the organizers ( Wild Bunch/Splat tag -Darrin).And probably get some "behind the scenes" footages of the scenario game (tagging along w/ the different teams involved).

I think that it would pretty cool to do a infomercial/documentary. I think it would bring a lot of attention to the game.
I say go for it!brovo:)


Heres a Question for Wild Bunch. Will anyone be able to take registration forms and money at the Jungle-Rumble Game on the 27th? I know thats how I registered last year so I would like to do the same this year if possible. If its been mentioned earlier I apoligize for not re-reading 12 pages.:D Let me know, Thanks./AKA

Yes Im sure that it will be possible to do that. There will be plenty of WB members there this weekend.
If nothing else you can bring it to Northern Commands' vendor tent and I'll take your registration

[spock]

Kyle, I think it would be great if you did a doc. to see how and why we do this every year.

[Delta Echo]

Kyle-
Sent you a PM w/ contact info.

[Brutis]

Identity crisis paintball (http://store.identitycrisispaintball.com/index.php?main_page=index) has just signed on as a prize sponsor for the 2008 “Hunt For The Cure".
Identity Crisis Paintball is donating, among other things, it’s newest product,
the B-5 Modification with duracoat for the A-5 Tippmann marker.
One lucky participant at the “Hunt” will receive this prize, compliments of Identity Crisis Paintball, along with an A-5 Tippmann, ready to rock.
If you havn't saw their awesome mods you can take a look at them here: http://store.identitycrisispaintball.com/index.php?main_page=index

HDSA and the “Hunt For The Cure” Paintball Committee are extremely pleased to have Identity Crisis Paintball as a new prize sponsor and hope that sweet prizes like these and the fantastic support from this and other sponsors will bring more and more players out for a great cause and one of the best games in the region!

[spock]

almost a week left.. can't wait.:D

[WreckingCrew]

almost a week left.. can't wait.:D


Little over a week actually but i agree this is gonna kick butt

[AKA]

almost a week left.. can't wait.:D

I'll Second that.:D/AKA

[frycook]

ill be there, along with 2 friends a dad and my friends recruiter (ugh... air force)


but anyways just glad to be out again!

o and see ya there mustang!

[Vander]

I'm looking forward to this one as well. I used the Q-loader a couple of weeks ago and got it "tuned" better.

Now hopefully it won't snow on game day... ha-ha!

BTW? Nice updates on the website, Wild Bunch!

[Podoz1]

I'll Second that.:D/AKA

I triple that.

Also i can't wait but I need to congure up $20 more for a case of paint.

[FaTaLMiZtAkE]

4th that just found out ill be able to go .....wasn't looking to good until today...

[Krutsie]

Actually Woodland Security is looking forward to going. We always play at home on private land. we are stepping it up and hitting the bigger scenario's this year.
We plan on attending ,"Hunt for the cure",Great big game, and "Battle of Serinity Valley" , My guys are stoked.

[Podoz1]

We plan on attending ,"Hunt for the cure",Great big game, and "Battle of Serinity Valley" , My guys are stoked.
Glad you will make it. Well just don't get owned by us northern folks. JKJK

[Thalion]

Glad you will make it. Well just don't get owned by us northern folks. JKJK

He's currently set for the Coalition. He's on our side.

I'm anxiously awaiting this weekend. This is quickly shaping into the best Hunt yet.

[Podoz1]

Well "us" is a general term, who says he is on our side for Serenity Vally??

[Bizzare87]

Foster mein general.The muppet mowers are at your side.

[Krutsie]

We are coming as coalition and We plan on being browncoats. Was wondering if anyone could help us the day of hftc? Darrin said our Charter bus wont make it all the way up to splat tag. We might need a taxi for all our gear. thought about making all the guys hoof it with the gear on there back. but i want them functionable. give me a shout out if anyone has a truck or anything.Do bus drivers play free? LOL

[FaTaLMiZtAkE]

Ill be happy to run a shuttle a few times just look for a big forest green yukon.

[Foster]

Wednesday is the deadline for pre-reg!

If you sign up online (easy, quick, no extra charge) you can beat the deadline and save $10
http://www.wildbunchpaintball.com/hunt.html

After you "buy a ticket" from HDSA you will be asked to enter your info (name, payment method, etc.)
In the box at the bottom is where you want to put in your "team name".
I suggest you put in the side you want to be on [MERCINARY or COALITION] as well.

Aces High!
I hear there is a group of JCMuppetMowers being dispatched to counter your charge. There numbers will count for nothing in the Hot Gates!
Rotter, PM Inbound

[Podoz1]

I did not state what side I was joining (seeing that there isn't a seperate box for that like on the printout) I did though put in that I am on the Sentinels so i hope that will help when I sign in.

And if I get stuck on Merc forces it will be no choice of mine and they can throw me out front as much as they want to make sure that i don't cheat/spy, I don't mind taking my team-members out. JKJk

[Thalion]

And if I get stuck on Merc forces it will be no choice of mine and they can throw me out front as much as they want to make sure that i don't cheat/spy, I don't mind taking my team-members out. JKJk

That's fine... we have orders to excommunicate turncoats. No quarter will be given to traitors, and none is expected in return.



Back to a serious note... Foster, you read my mind about this game.

[spock]

well boys and girls are you ready? go thru your check list and add some warm clothes just in case.(long undies) We'll see you all on sunday..

[WreckingCrew]

well boys and girls are you ready? go thru your check list and add some warm clothes just in case.(long undies) We'll see you all on sunday..

Bah it is supposed to be mid 50's on sunday :) perfect Paintball weather!!

[Thalion]

Bah it is supposed to be mid 50's on sunday :) perfect Paintball weather!!


Absolutely.

I love 50's for paintball. It's that 75-100+ stuff I can't stand.

Maybe that's because I'm a built like a... polar bear. Yeah, a polar bear with built-in insulation.

[Erndogg]

Absolutely.

I love 50's for paintball. It's that 75-100+ stuff I can't stand.

Maybe that's because I'm a built like a... polar bear. Yeah, a polar bear with built-in insulation.

Guys like us are just "Fluffy"

Back on topic though, Is it supposed to rain Sunday? When i checked last they were talking like 30% chance for some rain.

[WreckingCrew]

Guys like us are just "Fluffy"

Back on topic though, Is it supposed to rain Sunday? When i checked last they were talking like 30% chance for some rain.

WCCO doesnt have a % right now

[Thalion]

KSTP.com is saying 20% chance.

[WreckingCrew]

KSTP.com is saying 20% chance.


bah not even worth bothering about :P

[Podoz1]

I've packed and unpacked then repacked my gear about 4 times to make sure that i have everything and that I know how I should repack on field. I have a tendency to be that last person ready because of no prep. I'm pumped for this.

I hope it doesn't rain near (before or during) the game becuase then I have to go mech and that is boring (most of the time) my feet will be dry thankfully with my nice boots.

[Thalion]

I hope it doesn't rain near (before or during) the game becuase then I have to go mech and that is boring (most of the time) my feet will be dry thankfully with my nice boots.

Why?

Rain won't hurt the electronic markers... I've played with my Viking in a pure downpour before on a speedball field. No damage.

Total submersion? Might be hard on a electronic marker given adequate time submerged. But rain? No. Ask any of us who use them.

Granted, I'm almost certainly going mech for this game, but it has nothing to do with the weather.

[badmoon]

im either rocking the mini or my dark cocker got to keep my kill counts high

[Krutsie]

I'm running my tippman 98 m82a1,Franks (ISH)running his double trouble.should have 2 functionable grenade launchers too for Woodland Security also.

[Krutsie]

Ill be happy to run a shuttle a few times just look for a big forest green yukon.
Thanks man , Cant miss the big motor coach at the front gate,hehehe. (we'll leave our walkie on channel 7, subchannel 1)

[FaTaLMiZtAkE]

kk no prob bro.....looking forward to this since artic blast....;)

[Thalion]

I don't mean to wreck the fun, but are grenade launchers OK at this event?

I know the JCS launchers / nerf launchers are ok for tanks/bunkers/indirect fire ( "splash damage" )

Just following up from Krutsie's post, I don't want anyone unintentionally getting into trouble.

[EZD]

Rocket launchers were used last year and the year before that.

I remember the year my teams General walk off the field with 45 minutes to go in the game and the only Rocket launcher our team had went with him. He likes to say "First to Play, Last to Stay!" ;)
But I will always remember the brave few that fought to the end and got the snot knock out of us by a Black hawk helicopter for 45 minutes. We didn't need our General, we just needed the Rocket launcher. ;)
A lot of good men got eliminated that day! :(

[Badger]

If you have something to say, Darrin, say it.

[frycook]

If we arnt gonna preregister, can we choose our team or not?

[Thalion]

If we arnt gonna preregister, can we choose our team or not?

You can try to, but it's not guaranteed. Pre-registration is the only sure way to get the proper side.

[Ish]

I don't mean to wreck the fun, but are grenade launchers OK at this event?

I know the JCS launchers / nerf launchers are ok for tanks/bunkers/indirect fire ( "splash damage" )

Just following up from Krutsie's post, I don't want anyone unintentionally getting into trouble.

hehe understandable thalion.. i had our guy make them to code. Before they even see the field we'll have darrin give us the thumbs up or down on them...

I am the overly worried one on the team for safty, we don't need anyone getting hurt or getting a bad rap for the sport we love so much.

[EZD]

I am saying the more Rocket Launchers a team has the better. ;)

[Podoz1]

Why?

Rain won't hurt the electronic markers... I've played with my Viking in a pure downpour before on a speedball field. No damage.

Total submersion? Might be hard on a electronic marker given adequate time submerged. But rain? No. Ask any of us who use them.

Granted, I'm almost certainly going mech for this game, but it has nothing to do with the weather.

Becuase I don't think water damage is covered on my warrenty for my t-board. And I don't have the cash to buy another one without taking away from game play.

I don't want to go mech because this is the first time I get to use my t-board so i don't want miss out on that. But trust me I'll still play. KARE11 just said it was going to snow on sat. then rain on sunday.

[Delta Echo]

Weather Forcasting by the local Newsies is not so good.
Check this out instead:
http://www.weather.com/weather/weekend/54016
Partly Cloudy
Hi of 53F
Low of 40F
20% chance of precip

Electros should be fine for this as long as they don't get submerged as previously mentioned.
FYI I think thats pretty close to the same chance of precip we have had for the last couple of years so don't sweat it.

[Thalion]

FYI I think thats pretty close to the same chance of precip we have had for the last couple of years so don't sweat it.

To help encourage first-timers, the weather turned out just fine last year.

[Delta Echo]

http://www.stcroixpaintball.com/ has just signed on as a prize sponsor for the 2008 “Hunt For The Cure".
Saint Croix Paintball is donating, among other things, the new Tippmann Alpha Black Tactical Edition paintball marker.
One lucky participant at the “Hunt” will receive this prize, compliments of Saint Croix Paintball.
To view the new Tippmann Alpha Black Tactical Edition either stop by http://www.stcroixpaintball.com/ or go to http://usarmypaintball.com/ and click on "Alpha Black Tactical"

HDSA and the “Hunt For The Cure” Paintball Committee are extremely pleased to have Saint Croix Paintball as a new prize sponsor and hope that sweet prizes like these and the fantastic support from this and other sponsors will bring more and more players out for a great cause and one of the best games in the region!

[kyle925]

weather should be fine. TWC sometimes doesn't really give accurate readings. Last Frostbuster game, TWC gave out 50s and sunny. It turned out to be mid 40s/cloudy w/ wind chill.

[Podoz1]

*Edited for stupid humor comments* And I Apologize(thanks Badger) for all effected by my remarks. I am only 15 and still maturing.

Back on topic the weather will only effect my marker of choice in this game not me attending this game. I will be coming with either a case or a case and half (matters on how much my parents let me borrow) so i should have enough paint to sling so beware this is my first game of the year so i will be bringing the heat from my paintball depression. MERCENARIES ARE GOING DOWN!!!

[Badger]

"Apologize" beret:)

[Thalion]

Hey, Watcher, just happened to see your name down on the list of people viewing this thread.

Just curious -- are your guys coming to this? I haven't heard from the Backwoods Ballers at all.

It'll be a great game, regardless of your side. I would say that the Coalition will be victorious, however I'm recalling an old proverb, so I'll just say that we're going to give it our best and we'll see how the game turns out.

[Mustangman]

only half of the Working Class Heroes will be attending. but we will stil be ready to rock. also looking forward to running with all of you guys that are going to OK with me.will be nice to have a chance to put a face to alot of the names and voices.

[Podoz1]

.will be nice to have a chance to put a face to alot of the names and voices.

Agreed thats what I hope for this year I'm not all that out going on field though.

[marnius]

I should be coming, along with a friend, but his muva is driving and says were gonna leave around 830, which means well get there long after registration and orientation, is there a cut off time for showing up, or can you show up any time, cuase I dont want to register then find out I wasted 35 bucks. Also, I know it probably says this somewhere, but will paint be sold there?

[Thalion]

1. Game starts at 9 am

2. I have no idea if you can come late or not, probably could. I'd recommend making it earlier if possible though (I'll be out there by 7 am)

3. Yes, paint will be sold there.

4. If you haven't already registered, it's now $45 starting tomorrow through game day.

[marnius]

Ok, wanted to know whether we can show up late or not so I could register tonight, dont see why its so damned hard to drive down early, but I guess it is >.<

[Brutis]

We will certainly work in late players.
In an effort to counter Fosters intimate knowledge of Splat-Tag fields, we will be placing field-owner & 'baller extraordinare, Darrin "EZD" Johnson with the mercenaries...

[Bizzare87]

O yes now things get spicy.(RE:Mr. Darrin Johnson)

[Podoz1]

It seems like I might be sick on sunday. Dought it but I don't know how long this will last but I'm still going even if I'm puking.

[Mustangman]

I think that as long as I am not carrying my cell phone Darrin won't be able to hit me.:D

[EZD]

Paintballs will be for sale at the game for $50/2000 and $15/500. Paint will be from Kee Action Sports. Most likely Formula 13 or similar paint.

Splat Tag is also suppling the air for this event. We will have a 4500psi and a 3000psi line for HP. HP and C02 refills are free with Entry. One bottle filled at a time per player.

[Podoz1]

So I get a chance to shoot Darrin fun :)

[Mustangman]

any idea of the size of this game yet?

[Delta Echo]

Preregisters are in triple digits.
More preregistrations than any previous HFTC.
Shaping up to be pretty good turnout.

[Ghostwolf]

Wow.
Lots of hype, lots of pre-regs, great new game sponsors and all the new stuff that's been built at SplatTag since the last Hunt....This is going to go down as the greatest Hunt yet!

Let's get it on!

GW

[Foster]

We will certainly work in late players.
In an effort to counter Fosters intimate knowledge of Splat-Tag fields, we will be placing field-owner & 'baller extraordinare, Darrin "EZD" Johnson with the mercenaries...

Are you kidding? I get lost every time I play! tongue:)

Darrin will be a great help to the Coaltition laughing:)

[EZD]

Darrin ak:) Foster

[Cooltoad]

chicken:) has a long mustache!!!

The chair is against the WALL!!! I repeat The chair is against the WALL!!!

Time to pick the dasies in holland!!!!

chicken:) Has the blue bandana!!! chicken:)

Heed these words for they are the keys to your VICTORY!!!



STAY TUNED for more updates!!!!!gw:)

[Krutsie]

any map of the hunt yet?

[Thalion]

any map of the hunt yet?

Tradtionally, we get the map same day.

I wouldn't expect this to be much different, the only question I would like to know is if there is any expanded boundary for this game (for example, is the gauntlet fair game? How about the big field?)

Usually, we can make a decent plan just based on the knowledge of the field, without the actual paths/details in place yet.

[MondoMor]

The weather is looking about perfect.


Soooooo pumped.recon:)

[Krutsie]

Still have about 10 seat availlable in our charter bus if anyone from rochester area wants a ride

[Brutis]

"I wouldn't expect this to be much different"

HAHAHAHAHA
Thats priceless Thallion!!!!
Any expectations beyond a game like no other is foolhardy!!
I'll be releasing the field map later this evening.
You should learn to expect the unexpected from us, grasshopper....
EVERY SINGLE ONE OF YOU WILL FREAK WHEN YOU SEE WHAT WE HAVE IN STORE FOR YOU THIS YEAR...
:eek:

"Don't ask for whom the rooster crows, it crows for thee"

[Ed_D]

Will be there with wood and brass in hand.
And not that "wood" either........

[Thalion]

"I wouldn't expect this to be much different"


That comment was taken out of context -- I merely expected the map to be given to us that morning. The sentence just prior to the one quoted clarifies that it was about the release of the map.



I'll be releasing the field map later this evening.


My theory is now invalid and corrected.


I apologize that it seemed I was expecting another game like the past. I was expressing something that only covered when the map would or would not be handed out.

[Brutis]

HDSA regional coordinator has given you an extra day (today) to register.
So if you know anyone who hasn't registered, get them busy.
After today, they have to register on game day.

[Podoz1]

Can we get a rounded # of people that have pre-reg?

Also I'm waiting for that map.

Sickness Up-date: For those who have seamed consered with my sickness (aka no one) I'm feeling great I believe it is just a 3-4day cold so I should be atleast 80% at the Hunt. Can't wait.

[WreckingCrew]

Preregisters are in triple digits.
More preregistrations than any previous HFTC.
Shaping up to be pretty good turnout.

thats as close as youll get :character00118:

[Podoz1]

haha very funny :rolleyes:

[WreckingCrew]

haha very funny :rolleyes:


Its still open so no telling what the count will be at hopefully some prelim numbers soonish. But all kidding aside this game is shaping up to be awesome! :)

[Podoz1]

Haven't we been saying that for the past 4 weeks. hehe

I will be slinging my TL-X (eframe) and have plently of paint for this.

[Brutis]

The wait is over!
Here is your field map for the 2008 Hunt for the Cure.
Print it out if you wish, every player will receive a copy in their player packet as well.
Start adapting your strategies.
There are 3 bridges (red) across the Rhine river.
The 2 yellow rectangles are for eliminated players to cross back to their sides, we don't want eliminated players clogging the red bridges.
Yes, we will have refs IN the river. If a player crosses the blue tape line, they are out.
It will be interesting to see how the teams cope with this.
http://www.wildbunchpaintball.com/himages/2008 map.gif

[AKA]

Good Job WB, thanks for the premie, I will study it, but will still forget the cities names when someone asks where the heck are we? See you all on Sunday Morn./AKA

[Bizzare87]

anybody camping?

[Foster]

The wait is over!
Here is your field map for the 2008 Hunt for the Cure.
Print it out if you wish, every player will receive a copy in their player packet as well.
Start adapting your strategies.
There are 3 bridges (red) across the Rhine river.
The 2 yellow rectangles are for eliminated players to cross back to their sides, we don't want eliminated players clogging the red bridges.
Yes, we will have refs IN the river. If a player crosses the blue tape line, they are out.
It will be interesting to see how the teams cope with this.



Burt,
I will ask this publicly since GW should know too:

Are the yellow "bridges" STRICTLY FOR ELIMINATED PLAYERS?

[Badger]

I'm no official voice on this, but my guess would be that the yellow bridges are strictly for eliminated players, and probably manned by referees for such purposes. If this were the Serenity game, that's how I'd do it, to make sure that no one abuses those secondary bridges.

[Brutis]

"Are the yellow "bridges" STRICTLY FOR ELIMINATED PLAYERS?"

Thats correct. Only eliminated players will be allowed to cross at those points. If a player crosses the river into enemy territory, then gets shot out, they should move to the crossing zone and return to their base to tag back in.
Only players with their markers in the air & the correct team color, will be allowed to cross at those areas. We expect that the bridges will be "hot" for the entire game. DO NOT attempt to cross the bridges if you are eliminated!!
Those who have played the Hunt before know that our refs are on top of the game. Trying to skirt the rules is futile & will most likely result in a player getting a punch on their ID badge. 2 punches & they go home. This isn't baseball. You get 1 warning punch & on the second punch you lose the right to play in the game.

[Badger]

Players will get punched by Badger. Got it. beret:)

[MondoMor]

I should have a couple of extra laminated maps (about vest size-ish) if people are interested.

Splat Tag is almost completely unknown to me, so I need all the help I can get.

[Mustangman]

maybe we won't know until game time, but, is there a designated base for each side? is it determined by the generals?

[Foster]

In past years we found out our base at the rules talk.

I tell you what, that map looks like one of my all time favorite C&C RedAlert maps...If only I had those tesla tanks!

I hope everyone has there ID cards checked...not just tape, at the dead mans bridge.
Save yourself the hastle players, get those ID CARDS out when you cross!

[Brutis]

"Only players with their markers in the air & the correct team color, will be allowed to cross at those areas."

Just to make it clear, this is a ONE WAY crossing at the "Dead man's bridge".
(Good term Foster, I'm stealing it! ;))
Under no circumstances will we allow yellow players to cross over into red territory & vice versa. The "dead mans bridge" is only for returning to your respective sides & to allow players fighting at the bridges to do so uninterrupted. Get your ID badge out & you'll be fine.
This will all be covered in our pre-game briefing as well.

[Mustangman]

ok, thanks, having never been to ST before, i was just wondering. looking forward to it. see you on sunday. Foster, if you need anything from me feel free to call.

[Foster]

PM inbound.

[Podoz1]

I presum tanks are alloud to cross "bridges" and how are the bridges marked?? If i missed these answers please forgive me.

[Thalion]

I presum tanks are alloud to cross "bridges" and how are the bridges marked?? If i missed these answers please forgive me.

Yes, tanks can cross bridges.

[Krutsie]

Woodland Security didn't pre register. we want to play Coalition but would Play Merk if the teams are uneven. If a few of my squad preregistered coalition and we end up going merk to even it out, can they switch also.???I made sure they preregistered under Woodland Security.

[Foster]

I doubt tanks will make it, MonDo wired all 3 bridges last night. re:)

+1 for the 'Neers

[Podoz1]

No one told me we could do that. Also another questions about the River can heli's cross it seeing that they are "flying"?

[C4 Explosives]

Hmmmm Demolition. Questions:

Can we bring our own Det-Pack props?

How many Det-Packs can one player carry?

Can Det-Packs be remotely detonated - Can a player plant one, run to cover, use a prop plunger and detonate shouting "BOOM Remote Bridge" or something to that effect?

Can Det-Packs be used to take out players?

Do you guys need props for these, I might be able to scrape some together by Sunday *Maybe*

[Mustangman]

this is a direct quote from the HFTC page


Demolitions: Any building, bridge, or bunker you see that is wrapped in brightly colored one-inch tape has been destroyed. You may hide behind it or around it, but you may not enter the structure, or cross the bridge, until an engineer repairs it and removes the tape.


so assuming engineers can "rebuild" them, seems like they could be blown up.

[spock]

yes you can blow things up.

yes a helo can go anywhere..

[Brutis]

hehehe Spock.

No, you may not bring your own props.
No, demo charges do not affect players.
Thanks for the offer C4, but all of our props are ready.
You all just need to come out & play!

[kyle925]

EEEEEHA! Pefect weather, 60s and sunny!

[EZD]

Any weather is great weather for a scenario game :) but yes this looks like the best day of the week.

And I do not have to work, I get to have fun too :)




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[Krutsie]

Any weather is great weather for a scenario game :) but yes this looks like the best day of the week.

And I do not have to work, I get to have fun too :)




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You deserve a day off Darrin.

I think he should wear his bright green shirt and we should get points for eliminating him. and if eliminates us .he sticks a big bulls eye on our backs we have to wear it all day. J/K

[Podoz1]

whats the point of the bulls eye I'd love to brag that darrin got me.

[C4 Explosives]

hehehe Spock.

No, you may not bring your own props.
No, demo charges do not affect players.
Thanks for the offer C4, but all of our props are ready.
You all just need to come out & play!

Sweet no problem, I wasn't sure if I could make it until later this week, when do you think is a good time to get there? 7:30? I'll be rolling solo on this one, none of the other Sh*t Burners can go :mad:.

I'd like to join up the Coalition if I could, i'll run with what ever team on the Coalition that wants me *cough*Aces?*cough*Sentinels?*

[Podoz1]

I will be 100% (in health level) on sunday forthis game I'm more than read. i just need to get paint (1, 1/2 cases) tomorrow and i'm set.

[Vander]

I'm in FL right now... it'll be close. I step off the plane late tomorrow and up ready to play Sunday morning. Jimy can verify but we should have a few Konoha guys showing up... half a dozen or so.

It will be good to see you guys again.

[Podoz1]

Hey Thalion or Foster isn't time for some more Coalition "get the blood pumping" speeches?? I think this is a good time if not on sunday.

[Bizzare87]

Sweet no problem, I wasn't sure if I could make it until later this week, when do you think is a good time to get there? 7:30? I'll be rolling solo on this one, none of the other Sh*t Burners can go :mad:.

I'd like to join up the Coalition if I could, i'll run with what ever team on the Coalition that wants me *cough*Aces?*cough*Sentinels?*


**** burners are always cool in my book.

[triggerhappyshawn]

i feel kinda dumb but...is it an ACTUAL river? lol.

[C4 Explosives]

**** burners are always cool in my book.

Cool, cool, sounds like some Civil Defense are gonna show up too.

[Podoz1]

i feel kinda dumb but...is it an ACTUAL river? lol.

Don't feel that way I tought that at first. But it is simulated by blue tape (someone on wild bunch conferm this plz).

Hey if anyone is out there or was out there today how does it look?

[Delta Echo]

Thats correct.
The river will be simulated by Blue Tape.
Finishing field touches will not be done till late this afternoon/evening, (no peeking!)

[Thalion]

It’s been a year since Drew and team Warfare. Now, as then, mercenaries approach, patient and confident. An army vast beyond imagining, ready to devour the Coalition, ready to snuff out the world’s one hope for the Cure and justice.

.... It was General Foster himself who provoked it.

[Podoz1]

That was close I nearly forgot my waiver forms. *wipes brow*

[Ish]

See you guys at the game... ( i'm just counting down the hours and can't sleep) :D:D:D

[Thalion]

See you guys at the game... ( i'm just counting down the hours and can't sleep) :D:D:D

You and me both.

[frycook]

:rolleye0018:ummm, same with the above two, might be going crazy

[Goat]

there were others that couldnt sleep?? lol crazy thought it was just me...