Operation: Firestorm VI
Hole in the Wall Paintball Autumn Scenario, 2006 to 2016
Saturday, November 12th, 2016
Hole in the Wall Paintball
24262 66th Street
Bangor, Michigan 49013Ages: 14+
Participant Fee: $30.00 (Walk On, Cash Only! No Credit Card On Site), $25.00 (PayPal Prepay).
Prepay (PayPal) Information: armoryairsoft@gmail.com (Due By:10/15/16).
- Signature of parent or guardian required for all minor participants.
Useful Links: {Field Waiver},
{To Bring Checklist},
{Driving Directions},
{Weather Conditions},
{Facebook Page}Walk-On Registrations: Post in the official event thread with your name, call-sign, home team, age, and what faction you would like to play on. Payment will be made at field registration, cash only. No credit card sales.
- All walk-on registrations must have a signed-dated waiver before participation. Additional waivers will be available at event registration.
Prepay Registrations: Paypal registration amount to armoryairsoft@gmail.com. Please include your name, call sign, home team, age, and which faction you would like to play on.
- Please mark all prepays with the subject "Firestorm VI Registration".
- 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.
Event Times:Pre-Event Camping Open: 5:00 PM, Friday, November 11th.
Registration/Chronograph Open: 9:00 AM, Saturday, November 12th.
Event Briefing/Field Walk On: 10:00 AM.
Game Start: 10:30 AM.
Lunch Period: 1:30-2:30 PM.
Game Resumes: 2:40 PM.
Event End: 5:00 PM.
2016 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 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
Chuncheon Liberated After Months of North Korean Occupation
Citizens of Gangwon province are cheering as South Korean and American troops push resisting pockets of Chinese and North Korean troops out of the region. The province with a population of more than 1.5 million people, and its largest city of Chuncheon with more than 200,000, was quickly captured by North Korea during the beginning salvos of war. Sharing a Northern land border and a section of the DMZ with North Korea, the city was viewed as a key location for suppressing anticipated coalition resistance to the invasion.
The future of the city however seems less certain to some than others. Having been captured during the initial outbreak of war, the city and its population have suffered greatly. Large sections of roadways and bridges were made impassible by repeated artillery barrages and air strikes, some of the craters large enough to swallow a passenger van. Less than 25% of the remaining urban population has access to electricity and potable water, telecommunications and internet networks have also been destroyed. In addition, over 100,000 people are said to have abandoned their homes and fled South when the first shots were fired.
- Katie Wellsburg, NPR News; Manila.
65 Dead and Over 100 Wounded At Sydney Shopping Mall
65 people have been killed and more than 100 people severely wounded by what officials are calling a “Pro-Chinese” terrorist attack at a crowded shopping mall in Sydney, Australia. Initial reports including cell-phone footage captured by local residents tell of automatic gunfire and several explosions.
Australian officials initially were quoted in saying that the dead and wounded numbered less than 50 combined, however as emergency personnel and law enforcement began sifting through the rubble, the number quickly grew. Multiple improvised explosive devices (IED's) are strongly believed to have caused the massive explosions and the remains several of Chinese made Type 56 assault rifles were also found at the scene.
The attack has prompted renewed policy debates on the position of the Australian military in the mutual defense of the Oceanic region. The Australian government initially took a neutral position during the outbreak of war on the Korean peninsula, opting only for limited support (airspace, naval facilities, and intelligence) of American and South Korean military actions.
The ANZUS Treaty between the United States, Australia, and New Zealand has been in affect since 1951, providing the aligned nations with mutual support and cooperation on military matters. The terrorist attack brings into question the long standing agreement between the three nations, and if Australia and New Zealand will join the United States and other coalition nations fighting a common North Korean-Chinese opponent.
- Glenn Thompson, Reuters; Sydney.
Televised Executions Spark Global Protest
In a televised broadcast, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un addressed an audience of over one-hundred thousand at the Rungrado May Day Stadium in Pyongyang. The address, highlighting the military successes of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea and it’s Chinese allies was punctuated with notes of caution towards would-be dissidents and military defectors. The Supreme Leader warned of the dangers of pervasive American and South Korean propaganda regarding the conflict and stressed the cultural unity of the North Korean people. Following the speech and a brief military parade, a small cadre of North Korean special forces acted as a firing squad; gunning down a nearby group of twenty shackled military defectors.
The speech and executions were televised nationally to North Korean citizens, including a radio broadcast for those that lacked a television set. The footage and broadcast has sparked global outrage and mass protests regarding the North Korean regime and it's unprecedented level of brutality. Social media websites such as twitter and Facebook have erupted with worldwide calls to expand military action in Korea. United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon issued a statement calling the televised executions “barbaric.”
- Rebecca Rawley, CNN; New York City.
Coalition Forces Begin Assault of Sariwon
Elements of the US 8th Army along with the South Korean 3rd Armored Brigade began a ground assault on the North Korean city of Sariwon in North Hwanghae province. Beginning before dawn, the attack began with Republic of Korea aircraft bombing defenses and roadblocks just outside the city. Followed immediately by an rapidly advancing assault by Armored Personnel Carriers, Tanks, and Humvee's.
An important commercial center and cultural icon, resistance including well armed paramilitaries and suicide bombers is anticipated to be fierce. Large elements of the KPA I Corp, 105th Armored Division, along with several battalions of the Red Guards Militia are thought to have established a presence in the metropolitan area.
Battlefield commanders have noticed a lull in North Korean and Chinese military operations and a significant change of tone and tactics. In recent weeks, combat has been limited to sporadic but intense firefights in isolated and otherwise “quiet” areas. Car bombs and suicide bombers termed “Juche Jack” by US service members have become more commonplace since the start of the conflict nearly a decade ago.
- Woodrow Harrison, BBC News; London.
Operation: Firestorm (10/15/2011): Communist Forces Victory.
Operation: Firestorm II (10/13/2012): Battlefield Stalemate (Weather).
Operation: Firestorm III (10/12/2013): Communist Forces Victory.
Operation: Firestorm IV (10/18/2014): Battlefield Stalemate (Weather).
Operation: Firestorm V (10/17/2015): Allied Coalition Victory.
Operation: Firestorm VI (10/08/2016): Undecided.
Uniform Requirements:Green Team (North Korea-China): M81 Woodland, MARPAT, Woodland DPM, Tiger Stripe, OD Green, Alpenflage, and Civilian Clothing.
Tan Team (South Korea-United States): Three Color Desert, Six Color Desert, Arid MARPAT, ACU, ABU, Black, Urban, Multicam 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.
- 'Civilian Clothing' is defined as standard street clothing. No camouflage is allowed if using this option.
- Ghillie Suits are allowed on either faction.
- Mismatched uniforms are not allowed under any circumstances.
- Gear color is irrelevant to uniform/faction requirements for all players.
* Multicam is classified as a "swing" uniform, with base color and pattern styles varying by manufacturer and usage. Multicam may be reclassified from one faction to another for balancing or statistical purposes.
Engagement Limits:1 - 350.0 FPS (0.01j - 1.07j) - Arms length engagement.
350.1 - 410.0 FPS (1.08j - 1.49j) - 20 foot engagement limit.
410.1 - 500.0 FPS (1.50j - 2.32j) - 50 foot engagement limit (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.
- All replicas will be issued 'chronograph' tags after being registered and measured. These must remain on the replica for the entire event.
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.
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).
Bang Kills:- No bang kill regulations of any kind will be used for this event.
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.
Medic Rules:- This event will utilize a tourniquet style heal system similar to other events and fields.
- All players are required to have two white armbands (will be provided) to heal other players.
- When a participant is hit, he or she must remain in the same spot (sitting, kneeling, etc is fine) with a kill rag on.
- Any friendly player nearby may heal a wounded player by tying a white armband on their arm. After that the wounded player may resume combat. Each armband/use counts as one life, two lives per respawn.
- Every player may be wounded twice before being considered dead and must return to their prospective respawn.
Respawn Rules:- Each team has a separate respawn location on opposite areas of the field.
- 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.
- Respawns are located outside of all field borders.
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 for the maintenance 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:- HPA fills are available on site. $5.00 for all day air fills, up to 2,500 PSI.
- CO2 fills are available on site. 9 oz - $1.00, 12 oz - $2.00, 20 oz - $3.00 , 24 oz - $4.00.
- 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:- 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].
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