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Q: What
is a scenario game?
A: A scenario game
is a game with a storyline or theme behind it. It is best described as a
living storybook that begins with prologue created by the Producer/Director
(available prior to the day of the event). At the actual event, players are
divided into two teams or “armies”, led by a General. All players are
assigned roles or characters and work together to accomplish missions,
introduce, distribute, collect and work with props, and answer storyline
questions to earn points for their army. At the end of the game, points
are tallied and the victorious army is revealed (according to the number of
points collected). Therefore, the scenario’s outcome is determined by the level
of participation of the players.
Q: Who plays
in scenario games?
A:
Scenario games have so much diversity that anyone who wants to participate in
them may. There are no limitations due to sex, physical abilities,
knowledge, skill or experience. Age limitations apply only to a player
under the age of ten who cannot participate due to insurance regulations.
Scenario play is comprised of recreational players, tournament players,
role-playing players who enjoy playing role-playing games other than paintball
(e.g. Dungeons and Dragons), first time paintballers looking for something new
and exciting, and, over the past few years, scenario teams.
Q: What
are some of the roles in scenario games?
A: Roles
available to players include positions such as General, medic, engineer,
demolition expert, helicopter pilot, squad leader, and even spy and double
agent. There are also special character roles, an essential part of the game,
that help determine the outcome of the storyline. Some players even like to
create their own character in light of the theme of the game. This is
perfectly acceptable as long as it is cleared through the scenario director. You
can choose from many of these different roles and special characters at a
scenario game. Scenario paintball games will even allow you to interact
with other players without having to use a paintball marker if you so choose.
Q: What
can I expect at a scenario game?
A: There are
so many different experiences and expectations that can be associated with
scenario games that the list is endless. Some of the more easily
explainable ones that differ from paintball in general are listed below:
1.
A chance to participate in a game that has two or more large armies.
2.
The opportunity to play throughout the night.
3.
Pyrotechnics
4.
Interactions with many players like yourself who just want to have fun.
5.
Cooperatively working, playing and interacting with many different people toward
a common goal.
6.
Allowing you to use your imagination and creativity to enhance your team’s
chances at victory.
7.
Continuous action and play.
8.
Quick re-entry into the game.
9.
Mission oriented goals that earn points for your “army” and do not necessarily
involve marking a player out
Q: Do I
need to have a team or a large group of players to participate in this kind of
event?
A:
No, you do not need to be part of a team or large group in order to participate
in a scenario game. When you register to play in a game, you are assigned
to a side for which you will be playing. If you are playing individually,
you may choose to play an active role as a character in the story, you may play
one of the roles described above, or you can be assigned to a squad comprised of
other single players who will play together.
Q: What
should I bring to a scenario game?
A:
The most common items needed for a scenario game are:
1.
An industry approved and accepted mask for face protection.
2.
Paintball equipment such as markers, squeegees, guppies, paint haulers, etc.
If you do not own paintball equipment, most fields have rental equipment readily
available for a small fee.
3.
A walkie-talkie or radio, if you have one, is a great asset to you and your
team. It will allow you to keep in touch with your general or base.
It is not, however, a necessity.
4.
Props that may be incorporated into the game, depending on the story or theme of
the game. These are not necessary, but allow you the opportunity to be
creative and contribute to the storyline.
5.
A flashlight or other night-seeing devices.
6.
Many players like the use of a GPS to track the field; these types of games are
usually played on large-acreage fields. A map of the field with key
positions will always be included in your registration package or obtainable the
day of the event.
7.
A change of clothes is highly recommended since weather is always a factor.
8.
Depending on he field hosting the event, camping is traditionally provided.
Tents, sleeping bags and other camping equipment are suggested. Fire
Restrictions are often imposed at these events, so make accommodations for
alternative means of light, heat or cooking.
9.
A list of items not allowed at the event is clearly outlined in the game rules
provided by the field and producer.
10.
The most
important thing that can be brought to a scenario game is a great attitude, good
sportsmanship and a desire to have a fun time and a great experience.
Q: How
long is a scenario game?
A: The
length of a scenario game depends on the producer, the field, the event, and any
local codes and zoning lows that may apply to the area at which the event will
take place. Usually scenario games will continue for 24 hours (from noon
on Saturday to noon on Sunday the following day). Where local codes or
zoning laws restrict a game from going throughout the night, accommodations will
be made by the field and/or producer to host a 12-hour game. The length of
the game, along with the hours of game play, will appear in the advertisement
for the game and/or given by the field hosting the event. During games
that will be more than eight hours, dinner and breakfast breaks will be
provided; game play will stop for a predetermined period of time. In
addition, you determine if you want to participate in the whole game and when
you desire to take needed or wanted breaks.
Q: What is the most important aspect of
a scenario game?
A:
That you and all the players have a safe, fair and FUN scenario paintball
experience!
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