Now Im decided, I will be green. And on organization again, I must say that dog skull op was run exceptionally well by the AMSOG group. Hopefully TAC can do as good of a job if not better. Thanks, now Ill shut up
Considering this is not technically a TAC operation (I am not a member), I'm not sure if this game should count as how TAC runs things. We'll probably get a better glimpse of TACs op-running prowess if/when Pryde decides to have the sequel to last year's Thanksgiving game.
I always try to keep the downtime to an absolute minimum but I also try not to run the players into the ground. I like having everyone just slightly more rested after each scenario, it makes for more fierce battling. Not only that, it gives people time to adjust equipment if necessary, and the extra hydration time means people are more hydrated, resulting in less heat casualties.
Considering this is primarily a one-scenario deal that just goes on forever (bring your packs, you'll be reloading in the field!), I don't think downtime will present too much of an issue. The downtimes will be at the end, where we do the competition stuff. In the main scenario you will just update objectives and tactics on the fly.
I believe I've said it before but it does bear repeating: for the one or two voices who are usually complaining about downtime, there's typically 20 more who are grateful that they can actually catch a breath and grab a drink between scenarios. I run things the way I like them, and if anyone has any serious grievances with it, they are more than welcome to run their own games.
Enough on that subject.
Hi-caps are of course allowed, as are grenades. I've mentioned previously that landmines and boobytraps are allowed, as long as they are non-incendiary and use a powder instead of airsoft rounds. It will be mostly dark halfway through so everyone is encouraged to bring flashlights, tracer units, night vision, etc.
Other obvious things:
This is a LONG game, and you will probably get thirsty. Bring a canteen, bottle of water, whatever. I also highly suggest bringing some field-ready food like MREs or Powerbars. You could just go to the parking area to get your drink and grub on, but that's going to be a ways away from where most of the action is taking place.
