Game Designer: Unknown
Game Designer: Unknown
Nerf War Rules For
Grenable
Player Count:
6+
Playing Time:
7 min
Age:
7+
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Untested
Game Designer:
Captain Xavier
Description:
This game mode is basically a reverse of “Carpe Testiculum”. Players are attempting to transport as many grenades (balls) as possible from their respawn to their scoring bucket in enemy territory.
Quick Reference Rules:
Infinite lives. 15 second respawn.
The grenades (balls) can be used as throwables
Players can transport up to two grenades (balls) at a time.
Players who are tagged while transporting a grenade (ball) must drop it and go respawn.
Game ends when the timer goes off.
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Detailed Rules
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Can you use grenades (balls) after they have been dropped on the ground?
Yes, but they can only be picked up by their team.
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_26,h_26,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
Can I throw a grenade (ball) forward without trying to tag someone with it?
Yes
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_26,h_26,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
Can you hand a grenade (ball) between players?
Yes
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_26,h_26,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
Can the starting or scoring buckets be moved?
No
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_26,h_26,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
Can you steal enemy grenades (balls) out of the scoring bucket or their starting bucket?
No
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_26,h_26,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
Are you allowed to use your gear while transporting a grenade (ball)?
Yes
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_29,h_29,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_29,h_29,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_29,h_29,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_29,h_29,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_26,h_26,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
Group-Specific Rules
Decide On...
who has the final say on a disagreement about someone getting hit.
rules for jumping over or climbing on bunkers
what types of ammo are allowed
a dart velocity limit (I like 120 fps)
whether blaster hits and friendly fire count
rules for shields and melee weapons
what signifies that a player has respawned
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Other General Rules
Be respectful. It’s only a game.
Use common sense
Before touching someone's gear ask for permission
Everyone should have eye protection
Don't move bunkers
Ricochets don't count
Players shouldn't discuss what's going on if they haven't spawned back in.
Victory Condition:
The team that scores the most grenades (balls) wins.
Supplies Needed:
4 buckets
20 red and 20 blue foam grenades, balls or similar
timer
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_26,h_26,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
More Information
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Learn More
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Basic Supplies
Foam Blasters (e.g. Nerf)
Extra Ammo
Bunkers (e.g. cardboard)
Copy of Rules
Team Indicators (Optional)
Setup Required:
Place a bucket of grenades (balls) at each teams respawn
Place a scoring bucket for each team part way into the opposing teams territory
Set a 7 minute timer (adjust as needed)
Variants:
![Nerf%20Rival%20Ball%20Cropped_edited.png](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a58f27_f395213967fb43f0ac0b161a6b3c6b5d~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_26,h_26,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Nerf%2520Rival%2520Ball%2520Cropped_edited.png)
Example Field Setups