Operation: Firestorm VIII
Hole in the Wall Paintball Autumn Scenario, 2006 to Present
Saturday, October 13th, 2018
Hole in the Wall Paintball ~ 24262 66th Street, Bangor, Michigan 49013
Ages: 14+
Participant Fee: $30.00 (Walk On, Cash Only! No Credit Card On Site), $20.00 (PayPal Prepay).
Prepay (PayPal) Information: armoryairsoft@gmail.com (Due By: 09/07/2018).
- Signature of parent or guardian required for all minor participants.
Walk-On Registrations: Post in the official event thread with your name, call-sign, team, and what faction you would like to play on. Payment will be made at field registration, cash only. No credit card sales.
Prepay Registrations: Paypal registration amount to armoryairsoft@gmail.com. Please include your name, call sign, team, and which faction you would like to play on.
- Please mark all prepays with the subject "Firestorm VIII Registration".
- Include your participant information (Name/callsign, team, and desired faction.
- Please print your PayPal payment conformation and bring it to registration! This is proof you prepaid!
- All prepay registrations must have a signed-dated waiver before participation. Additional waivers will be available at event registration.
* To be listed on the player roster, you must either prepay, send a message to the Hole in the Wall Paintball Facebook page or post on the Michigan Airsoft web-page in the Firestorm VIII event thread, with the following information:
~ Name or Callsign, Number of Players Attending, Faction (Green or Tan) and prepay or walk-on payment.
- All players that have not said what faction they will be on will be placed on whichever team needs more people the day of the event.
Useful Links: {Field Waiver},
{Printable What To Bring Checklist},
{Driving Directions},
{Local Weather Conditions}{Facebook Event Page},
{Hole In The Wall Facebook Page},
Event Times:Pre-Event Camping Open: 4:00 PM, Friday, October 12th.
Registration/Chronograph Open: 9:00 AM, Saturday, October 13th.
Event Briefing: 10:00 AM.
Game Start: 11:00 AM.
Lunch Period: 1:30-2:30 PM.
Game Resumes: 2:40 PM.
Event End: 6:00 PM.
Post Event Camping Begins: Conclusion of Event.
2018 Storyline:“South Korea is a whorehouse, where the imperialism of the United States and its allies procreate in the loins of outsourced industry and globalization. Our mores and venerated traditions are corrupted and sold in the back alleys of Seoul by vendors of capitalism. The glorious legacy of Korea, built on the backs of freedom fighters is burdened by the scourge of American colonialism upon our world.”
- KCBS Voice of Korea, Pyongyang
Coalition Troops Rout Chinese Infantry Outside Of Kansong
Elements of the U.S. 8th Army and members of the South Korean 703rd Special Assault Regiment have surrounded Chinese troops besieging Kangsong for several months. After enduring a harsh and cold winter with temperatures below 6.6 C, South Korean mechanized infantry combined with air and ground support from the U.S. army launched a major offensive causing a temporary collapse of the PLA front line and the subsequent retreat of remaining Chinese troops.
Squad sized pockets of Chinese troops have attempted to mount a nighttime counterattack, but were quickly repelled by heavy amounts of small arms fire and artillery. As South Korean troops entered Kangsong, they were greeted by hundreds of civilians waving South Korean and American flags. There is however a putrid scent emanating from the from the city streets. Sewage and wastewater systems have been destroyed, flowing into low-lying areas of the city. Chinese forces also commandeered a local elementary school and turned it into a makeshift medical ward and morgue, now sitting abandoned during the hasty retreat of PLA troops.
- Mark Howards, BBC News; London.
Australia Joins Allied Coalition Fighting On The Korean Peninsula
For the first time the since World War II, Australian, and American forces will be fighting a common enemy. The ANZUS treaty between the United States, Australia, and New Zealand is a mutual protection pact for military matters in the Pacific Ocean and should cooperate together on military security matters. Initially providing limited military support in the form of military advisers, a small contingent of troops and use of military facilities. Now however, the Australian military is beginning to mobilize and there is an feeling on uncertainty on the continent.
Australia’s decision to enter the joint American-South Korean coalition was galvanized by a Chinese terrorist attack and the deaths of nearly 125 military advisers near Incheon. North Korea denies the allegation of killing Australian personnel in an airstrike, issuing a statement saying “The DPRK was targeting South Korean positions and any other casualties could not be confirmed by any outside sources.” The statement was viewed as a delaying tactic by the Australian government for further involvement and escalation beyond the limited support already rendered by Melbourne.
- Sara Marter, Reuiters; Melbourne.
Fighting Intensifies In North Korean City Of Sariwon
North Korean infantry of the KPA I Corp continue to maintain strong positions in and around Sariwon in North Hwanghae Province. Following an initial push into North Korea by elements of the 25th Infantry Division, the advance began to stall due to poor intelligence and stiffer resistance than anticipated. Following a disastrous decision to seize key railway lines, which was repelled by the Red Guards, resulting in the deaths of over 250 infantry and more than a dozen MRAP vehicles.
Coalition forces are now enveloped by well armed North Korean infantry and local militias, effectively cutting off areas south of the city. American troops still occupying large areas on the edge of the city may attempt a breakout and retreat south if several key positions are taken quickly with minimal casualties. South Korean aircraft may prove effective by allowing air support, covering the movement of American troops.
- Jeffery Swadoski, CNN; Tokyo.
Mass Graves Discovered Outside Ch’orwon
South Korean contractors in the process of bulldozing destroyed buildings, unearthed two large mass graves on the eastern side of Ch’orwon. Initial estimate of 154 bodies in one area and 176 in the other, may climb as areas continue to be investigated and new areas probed. The victims have been identified as members of the South Korean elite, military surrenders, and dozens of civilians, with teenage youth and children being no exception.
The discovery has been condemned by the majority of the international community including all five members of the United Nations Security Council and the G7. United Nations High Commissioner For Human Rights, Prince Zeid Bin Ra’ad of Jordan issued a statement saying: “North Korea continues to commit egregious acts and ignore basic human rights. This example can only be added to the long list of North Korean human rights abuses.”
- Quinten Hallmark, CBS News; New York City.
American and South Korean Forces Capture Dozens Of Chinese Infantry
Elements of U.S. Marine Forces Korea and Korean special forces have captured more than 50 PLA airborne troops dug in outside of Puch’on, South Korea. Chinese airborne troops were initially deployed with the intention of capturing key bridges over the Han river, including five on the outer edge of Puch’on. Chinese forces succeeded in capturing three of the five targeted, with the remaining in control of South Korean infantry.
A strategic air-ground offensive by U.S. Marines and South Korean special forces along the western side of the city resulted in the capture of all three bridges and the infantry formerly holding them. The operation was lauded as a major success by coalition forces, securing vital crossing points over the Han river with minimal damage to local infrastructure. The captured PLA airborne troops are rumored to be en route to Seoul for interrogation and holding at the Phu Lo’c Detention Center.
- Jordan Ferandez, NPR News, Manila.
Event Series Timeline: ~ Complete Timeline and Summary (2006-present) ~~ Operation: Flash Fire (10/15/2006): Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Flash Fire II (10/13/2007): Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Flash Fire III (10/13/2008): Battlefield Stalemate.
~ Operation: Flash Fire; Codename: Deep Snow (12/06/2008): Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Backdraft (05/09/2009): Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Flash Fire IV (10/13/2009): Battlefield Stalemate.
~ Operation: Flash Fire V (10/16/2010): Socialist Forces Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm (10/15/2011): Socialist Forces Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm II (10/13/2012): Battlefield Stalemate (Weather).
~ Operation: Firestorm III (10/12/2013): Socialist Forces Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm IV (10/18/2014): Battlefield Stalemate (Weather).
~ Operation: Firestorm V (10/17/2015): Allied Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm VI (11/12/2016): Socialist Forces Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm VII (10/21/2017): Allied Coalition Victory.
~ Operation: Firestorm VIII (10/13/2018): Undecided.
Uniform Requirements:Socialist Forces [Red Armbands] (North Korea-China): M81 Woodland, MARPAT, Woodland DPM, Tiger Stripe, OD Green, Alpenflage, and Street Clothing.
Coalition Forces [Blue Armbands] (South Korea-United States-Australia): Multicam, Three Color Desert, Six Color Desert, Arid MARPAT, ACU, ABU, Black, Urban, and Contractor.
- Uniforms that follow either a green based pattern or a tan based pattern, but are not listed will be automatically be placed with a faction of similar color. Message for details or information.
- 'Contractor' (Private Military Contractor) is defined as khaki colored pants and a black top. No exceptions.
- Ghillie Suits are allowed on either faction.
- Mismatched uniforms are not allowed under any circumstances. (IE: Woodland Pants and a Six-Color Desert Jacket).
- Gear color is irrelevant to uniform/faction requirements for all players.
Engagement Limits:- 1 - 350.0 FPS (0.01j - 1.07j) - Arms Fength Engagement.
- 350.1 - 410.0 FPS (1.08j - 1.49j) - 20 Foot Engagement.
- 410.1 - 500.0 FPS (1.50j - 2.32j) - 50 Foot Engagement (Permanent Semi-Auto or Bolt Action Only).
- 500.1 - 549.9 FPS (2.33j - 2.69j) - Bolt Action Replicas Only.
- 550 FPS+ (2.7j) - Prohibited Under All Circumstances.
- Velocities will be measured using the weight of BB being used.
- FPS and Joules will be used for this event.
- All replicas will be issued 'chronograph' tags after being registered and measured. These must remain on the replica for the entire event.
Ammunition-Weapon Regulations:Handguns, Shotguns, Submachine Guns, and Assault Rifles: 1,500 Rounds.
- All magazine (Low, Mid, or High Capacity) types allowed.
Support Weapons: 2,500 Rounds.
- All magazine (Low, Mid, High Capacity, Box, or Drum) types allowed.
Sniper Rifle and Designated Marksman: 500 Rounds.
- Low or Mid Capacity Magazines Only.
Rocket Launchers, Landmines, IED's, Etc: Undetermined (Normally Allowed).
- Prior field approval only.
Sound Grenades: Allowed.
- Kill Radius: 15 feet.
Smoke Grenades (Hot and Cold Burn): Allowed.
- Allowed with common sense use (if it's starting a fire, put it out).
- Don't ruin it for everyone else (lifetime bans will be issued for reckless use).
- Additional amounts of ammunition or personal items may be left at prospective team respawn location (at your own risk).
- Participants may leave the event at any point to retrieve additional quantities of ammunition, etc stored in other locations (staging area, vehicles, campsites, etc) and may resume game-play immediately by walking to the prospective teams re-spawn location.
Eye Protection Regulations:- ANSI Z87.1 rated full seal eye protection only, no exceptions.
- 'Full Seal' is defined as a foam band separating the lens of the goggle from the frame portion and the face of the user.
- Mesh goggles, lab safety goggles, safety glasses, etc will not be permitted under any circumstances.
- Lower face protection (Mesh Lowers, Mouth Guards, Etc) not not apply to this.
Barrel Bag/Barrel Plug Regulations:- All participants must have a barrel bag or a muzzle plug on or in their replica when out of gameplay.
- Barrel bags are available at paintball registration for $7.00 each.
Re-Spawn and Medic Rules:Three lives per player! Life count resets with each new respawn. - 15 minute respawns, using a 'Clock Respawn' system.
Respawns are done every 15 minutes!Example: 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 1:00, 1:15...- Clocks are located at the spawn point for each team.
- Players are prohibited from assaulting either respawn location.
- Re-spawns are located outside of all field borders.
- Medic's must keep both hands on a wounded player for one minute in order to 'heal' a wounded player.
- Players have three 'lives' per re-spawn. Players may only be healed three times per re-spawn.
- All players have a one minute 'Bleed-Out' time. Players may chose to respawn instead of waiting 120 seconds.
- Friendly players are allowed to use a 120 second 'Stabilize' time for wounded players. Players must keep two hands on the wounded player to stabilize.
- 2 person drags are allowed to move wounded players out of combat to a friendly medic. Players must ask consent before drag action occurs.
- If a player is hit a second time while bleeding out (wounded), being stabilized, being healed, or being dragged; the player is considered 'dead' and must return to their prospective respawn.
Bang Kills:- Bang kills will not be allowed for this event. Players will replicas firing over established velocity limits must use a sidearm to engage closer targets or in small environments.
Knife/Bayonet/Touch Kills:- Participants may opt to use a simple 'Touch Kill' to quietly disable an opponent. Players must say "Knife Kill" to the opposing party and physically touch the other.
- Participants may use a replica knife/bayonet to also conduct a kill using a physical touch.
- Do not jab, physically assault, or use undue amounts of force.
- Real-Steel knives and bayonets are prohibited under all circumstances.
Surrender Rules:- No surrender rules of any kind will be in place for this event.
Lost-Found Items and Stolen Property Policy:- Hole in the Wall Paintball LLC and/or affiliates will not be held responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen property of any kind on field grounds.
- Participants are strongly advised to not take unnecessary items onto field grounds or playing areas.
Zero Tolerance Policy:The following infractions will result in immediate removal from field property and a permanent ban from field property. Law enforcement may be used if required to remove problematic players.
- Removal of 'chronograph' or velocity tag on replica.
- Refusal to submit for a 'Spot Check' of velocity.
- Repeated removal of eye protection.
- Repeated incidents of unsportsmanlike like conduct.
- Theft of field, affiliate organizations, or private property of any kind.
- Unauthorized (unregistered) field entry.
- Vandalism or destruction of property.
- Assault of participants, visitors, or field staff.
* Since 2009, Hole in the Wall Paintball participates with multiple event hosting organizations in the creation of a statewide participant blacklist and event ban list. Participants committing particularly grievous acts against the community, players, or hosting organizations will incur a ban from all participating event organizations including affiliated out of state locations.Pre-Event Camping:- Pre-event camping is available to all participants attending the event.
- Pre-event camping will open at 5:00 PM the evening before the event.
- Ages: 16+. No exceptions!
- All minors must be accompanied by an adult. No exceptions!
- Participants must bring their own tent, sleeping bag, and camping equipment.
- Participants may only camp in specific areas of the field grounds.
- Staging area campsites are reserved for field staff and/or moderator use only. No exceptions.
- Small fires are permitted in specific areas only.
- We will not be responsible for items that are lost, stolen, or damaged.
- Violation of any field regulations may result in immediate and permanent removal from field grounds without refund.
Lunch Period:There will be a one hour break period during the middle of the event. Players are allowed to either recuperate and eat at the field or are allowed to leave to a restaurant of their choice. Participants that opt to leave are politely asked to return promptly within the one hour lunch period.
On-Site Lunch Menu:- All Beef Hot Dogs (Ketchup, Mustard, Onion) - $1.50 Each.
- Chili and Cheese Upgrade - $1.00
- Chips or Fruit - $1.00 Each
- Soda or Bottled Water - $1.00 Each.
General Field Information:- Due to an issue with our air compressor, we will not be able to offer HPA (High Pressure Air) fills to patrons for this event. We apologize for any inconvience this may cause. Please make all nessicary arrangements.
- Power outlets are available on location.
- Live firearms (real steel) are not permitted on field property.
- Not responsible for items or belongings that are lost, stolen, or damaged.
What To Bring Checklist:-- Printable What To Bring Checklist --,
- Full-Seal Eye Protection [Required].
- Barrel Bag or Muzzle Plug [Required].
- Airsoft Replica, Sidearm, and Magazines. [Required].
- Batteries, Charging Unit, and BB's [Required].
- Red 'Kill' Rag [Required].
- Camouflage or Uniform [Required].
- Canteen / Hydration Pack [Highly Recommended].
- Radio and Charging Unit [Highly Recommended].
- Flash Light / Tactical Light [Highly Recommended].
- Spare Batteries [Highly Recommended].
- Extra Dry Clothing (Shirt, Pants, Socks) [Highly Recommended].
- Extra Dry Footwear [Highly Recommended].
* To be listed on the player roster, you must either prepay, send a message to the Hole in the Wall Paintball Facebook page or post on the Michigan Airsoft web-page in the Firestorm VIII event thread, with the following information:
~ Name or Callsign, Number of Players Attending, Faction (Green or Tan) and prepay or walk-on payment.
- All players that have not said what faction they will be on will be placed on whichever team needs more people the day of the event.
* We ask that all players please use the above mentioned format for event registration (prepay or not). This allows us to better balance factions, plan objectives, and coordinate with others.
Questions? Feel free to send a message.
