Nerf War Rules For

MFC (Multiple Flag Capture)

Player Count:

6 - 30

Playing Time:

5 min

Age:

12+

Untested

Game Designer:

Adam (Game Mode Repository)

Description:

This is a competitive variant on the classic capture the flag game mode where you are trying to steal a flag and return it to your base. It is designed for larger groups although there are variants for smaller teams. As the name indicates there are multiple flags placed on the center line and teams can choose either to push or pull the flag with different point values depending on what you do. Teams can also score through elimination.

Quick Reference Rules:

Single life elimination.
If tagged while carrying a flag you drop it where you were tagged.
No throwing of flags.
You can only carry one flag at a time.
A player must cross the goal line in order to score the flag points.
Any player who scores a flag is eliminated at the time of scoring.
Game ends when one team has been eliminated or the timer runs out. The game does not end when all the flags are captured.

Detailed Rules

If the last player on our team scores a flag, does that mean the other team gets the points for elimination?

Yes. The other team will get 7 pts because your team was eliminated. You will always want at least one of your players still on the playing field when the timer ends.

If a player scores a flag can they continue to play?

No. They are eliminated as soon as they score the flag.

What is the max number of points a team can score in a round?

27 pts. This is accomplished by taking 5 flags across the opposing team's goal line for 4 pts each plus 7 points for eliminating the other team.

Can flags be handed to other players? Or placed on the ground?

Yes but you obviously can’t hand it to an eliminated player. You are also allowed to place flags on the ground as long as it is inbounds.

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.

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Victory Condition:

The team with the most points after 2 rounds wins. Point scoring:

2 pts for pulling a flag to your goal line
4 pts for pushing a flag to the enemy goal line
7 pts for completely eliminating the opposing team.
See Variant section for smaller teams.

Supplies Needed:

Goal line markers
5 flags
Timer

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Basic Supplies

Foam Blasters (e.g. Nerf)
Extra Ammo
Bunkers (e.g. cardboard)
Copy of Rules
Team Indicators (Optional)

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Setup Required:

Designate each team's goal line.
Spread the flags along the centerline
Set a 5 minute timer

Variants:

5v5 Variant:

3 flags instead of 5
3 pts for pulling a flag to your goal line
6 pts for pushing a flag to the opposing team's goal line
8 pts for completely eliminating the opposing team.
3 minute timer

3v3 Variant:

1 flag instead of 5 (Sorry it's not really multi flag anymore but it will still feel similar to MFC)
1 pts for pulling a flag to your goal line
4 pts for pushing a flag to the opposing team's goal line
3 pts for completely eliminating the opposing team.
3 minute timer

Example Field Setups