Archery Tag: Rules of the game

The game often begin with the same number of players on both teams
The objective of this game is to eliminate all opposing players by scoring the most points within a given time of getting the players out one by one
During the game, all players are to stay within boundary lines. You can only leave and return from your boundary via your end line, maybe if you want to go and get a stray arrow
As a player, you must adhere to the rules stipulated by the referees. You must also respect all the other players
The bows and arrows for the game are only for the game and should not be used to assault other players or knock arrows out of the air
The game often begins with the bows on the end lines and the arrows in the safe zone (center). You will take a certain position, in your end line and wait for the referee signal before rushing to the safe zone to grab as many arrows as you can. Then return to the attack zone and start shooting
If the teams in the game are more than a specific number then the additional players will have to be on the sideline, in case of substitution. The game will not stop for substitution. They are live. You just hand your bow to the incoming playmate
Timeouts are only given in case of equipment safety issues and injured players
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Archery Tag: Zone Rules
Players are only live in their attack zone. This is where they can shoot or be shot
Players in the safe area, cannot shoot or be shot
Players in action should always be moving, no stopping. If a player is to retrieve an arrow from the safe zone, they should do so and return to the attack zone ASAP. If by chance you stop at the safe zone, you only have 5 seconds before some points are deducted or you are eliminated
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Archery Tag: Field Safety Rules
Hard surfaces like walls, fences, doors, pillars, and posts should always be padded
Never use unauthorized barriers like tires, oil drums without any padding
You can also use hay bales for the barrier, but cover them to keep the arrows safe and on point