I don’t think any single player could experience the entire scope of the operation on Sunday, but most of what I saw was very impressive. I must admit that I was skeptical about how well things would go. The list of objectives seemed long and complicated and I wasn’t sure how Ambush would facilitate the day. But all day long I was continually impressed with the staff.
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I have to agree with Heathen on all accounts.
Denny and his staff did an exceptional job with all things that they could control.I too, missed the "Safety briefing",realizing this also,after the game started..But I also understand the huge scope of what was going on.That indeed was an "oops" if there were first timers on the field.We know the safety rules because we are present thru all our previous outings.First timers missed this.
My biggest disappointment was from the minority of players on both sides who were quick to accuse others of cheating and some confrontational attitudes,as well as those who did not call their hits (both teams).When you have that many people competing in such a fast paced sport that is open to the general population,this is to be expected.In this case patience is indeed a virtue.I interceded in a potentially harmful confrontation (and I have it recorded on my helmet cam).After talking this individual down,an understanding was reached and all involved parted on friendly terms.My advice:stay calm,and do NOT use confrontational language.Let them know we are all trying to enjoy this sport.Those who cheat will be called out eventually,even by their own team-mates.
I also have footage of another person Fully removing his mask on 3 separate occasions,each time I told him about this and he summarily rejected my advice to replace his mask till he was finished with what he was doing.He was also on one of the regular teams that frequent Ambush.I am debating whether I should bring this footage to Denny and/or his team.Regardless,I will tell Denny about these incidents.
I have to wonder if Denny would be open to an invitation only "Scenario Day".I don't know how it could be done tho.I'm from the old school paintball days where there was a more intimate group of people and we all knew each other and that ingrained more respect for each other and the rules.
Overall,my son and I had a great time.There was plenty of action and diversity in how one could attain the objectives using their own style of play.There were MANY more positives than negatives (95% fun -5% bummers) and we will be going to the next scenario day.
Denny and his staff did do an excellent job at trying to keep order on all that was going on. I liked how there were multiple objectives to keep people busy and it didn't turn into a spawn camp fest (well there was a couple attempts).
I was happy to see that there were people policing their own team also. After I watched a kid I shot out walk around the castle and come out firing from the side door 20 seconds latter I was glad one of his own team called him out and told him to walk to the re-spawn.
As far as dishonesty I will say that it was affecting almost everyone. I saw people I never thought id see angry loosing their tempers.I'll be the first to admit...I lost my temper. But when a player calls himself out, raises his gun then walks 3 feet drops to his knee and opens full auto on you...then his friends start cursing you out because you wont call yourself out (after a dead walking player shoots you)..who wouldn't get confrontational?
I would like to see another big battle day but I would like to see a better scoring system.
Denny and staff put on a robust game for us to enjoy. This was their first big airsoft game and I think the did a great job.
As far as game play goes, we've had better sportsmanship with more players in attendance on walk-on days. Every big game I've attended has had the same issues.
I too agree that Denny and his staff did an excellent job with the event.As far as scoring went the ref at the main fort did a good job there was a few time he looked a bit overwhelmed between scoring and assisting other players
As far as dishonesty goes I only saw a few times when player were not calling hit,some of the other thing that were mentioned I did not see. I spent most of my day around the smaller field near the main fort area and did not get to the castle or the wooded areas much.
As with many of the fast paced there will always be players that let their tempers get away from them a bit.I myself was involved in a incident that i am not proud of and to those who where there and read this forum I apologize
I took the some time and looked back on the day and how things were handled and although there where a few incidences between players with all that was going on and the number of players that attended for the most part i think everything went pretty well.I could only think of a few suggestions that may help in the future .
I look forward to the next scenario day
I thought the day was a great success. With all the different objectives it made for much more diversified action and tactics(not just storm the castle all day).
If the guy having the problem of removing his facemask is who I believe it is the problem has been solved and he will not be joining us at ambush anymore. And Tanker I feel your pain of being shot by the dead(on atleast two seperate occassions).
Can't wait for the next Op, and maybe a night game or two.
