[Elfsea] Gulf War Reminders- lots of new rules

[Estella Flather]

Greetings from Mistress Stella
Unto all those answering the call to defend Ansteorra in the lands of
Meridies-

Here are some important reminders about events at the War!
    Part of the A&S war point is a populace vote melee. Everyone coming to
the war should bring an A&S entry, preferably something flashy with at least
minimal documentation, and enter it on Saturday morning. The winning Kingdom
will be chosen by populace vote by counting beads in a cup. This means it is
very important for everyone not only to enter something impressive, but for
everyone to come and vote! The entries will be anonomous. A&S Champions
remember to bring your entries and get them entered at the proper time!
    Target Archers and Live Steel devotees, remember that these are areas
where the competitions are worth war points!
    Combat participants- there are many new rules for this war, MAKE SURE
YOU GO OVER THE RULES BOOKLET CLOSELY!
    Some things to be aware of-
    No butt spikes on swords (OK on two handed weapons).
    16 and 17 year olds with proper authorizations and waivers may
participate on the field as long as their legal guardian is present while
they are fighting and all other criteria in the event rules book have been
met.
    You may only kill fighters on a ramp with missle fire, no attacking
people until they are outside a three foot drop zone. Defenders must be
outside the drop zone, attackers must leave the drop zone before anyone else
exits the ramp. Anyone exiting a ramp before the previous person leaves the
drop zone will be declared dead. Those on the ramp will only be able to
attack using missle fire. Four spotters must be in place beside each ramp
for safety.
    Death from behind will be used experimentally in specified battles.
    All combat archery equipment must be inspected by the inspection point
at Hastings field.Remember to bring a picture ID in case they want it, as
well as your site token and authorization card.

These are a lot of changes, so be sure to go over your rules booklet
closely. Things are not going to be the same as they have been at other Gulf
Wars!
    In service, HE Stella