Game Overview

Base is a fast-paced outdoor game that combines elements of Capture the Flag, Flag Football, and role-playing. The game ends when one team destroys the other’s Home base. To win, a team must outscore their opponent. Points are scored for:

• Building Field bases: 1 point each
• Destroying opponent’s Field bases: 1 point each
• Destroying opponent’s Home base: 3 points

In the event of a tie, a short game is played with the teams’ Home bases at the two base locations nearest each other. Teams start with no upgrades or Field bases, and the first to destroy the other’s Home base wins.

Players

• Minimum Players: 5
• Maximum Players: 25
• Required Age: 10+

Game Setup

1. Divide Players into Teams: Make the teams as balanced as possible. Readjust teams if necessary.
2. Designate Home Bases: Each team should have a designated Home base area.
3. Field Bases: Mark locations for potential Field bases around the play area.
4. Equip Flags and Belts: Each player and each base needs a belt with 2-3 removable flags that match the team’s color. If 3 flags per belt are used, apply rule modifications accordingly (*).

Game Rules

General Rules

• Safety and Honesty: Always prioritize safety and honesty during gameplay.
• Flag Football Mechanics: Players must wear belts with 2-3 flags. Removing a flag from an opponent counts as a “tag” or “hit.”
• Special Units and Extra Flags: Certain special units may require extra flags or an extra belt. If belts or flags are unavailable, use colored bandannas.

Scoring

• Building Field Bases: 1 point each
• Destroying Opponent’s Field Bases: 1 point each
• Destroying Opponent’s Home Base: 3 points

In the Event of a Tie

• Play a short game with Home bases at the two nearest base locations.
• Teams start with no upgrades or Field bases.
• The first team to destroy the opponent’s Home base wins.

How to Play

1. Starting the Game:
   • Both teams start at their respective Home bases.
   • Teams strategize on building Field bases and defending their Home base while attacking the opponent’s bases.
2. Building Field Bases:
   • Designate players to build Field bases at pre-marked locations.
   • A Field base is considered built when it is equipped with a belt and flags.
3. Attacking and Defending:
   • To attack a base, players must remove the flags from the base.
   • Players defend their bases by protecting their flags.
   • Special units may have different rules for attacking and defending, including requiring more flags to be removed.
4. Winning the Game:
   • The game ends when one team successfully destroys the opponent’s Home base.
   • Points are tallied, and the team with the most points wins.
   • In case of a tie, the tiebreaker game determines the winner.

Additional Rules for 3 Flags per Belt

• Each player must have three flags.
• Special units requiring extra flags or belts must adhere to the 3-flag rule for balance.
• Flags must be clearly visible and securely attached to belts.

Equipment Needed

• Flag football belts and flags (2-3 per player and base)
• Colored bandannas (if extra belts/flags are unavailable)

Safety Tips

• Ensure the play area is free from hazards.
• Monitor players for signs of fatigue or injury.
• Encourage fair play and sportsmanship at all times.

Game Duration

• Varies based on the number of players and game dynamics, typically 1-2 hours.

Enjoy the thrilling experience of Bases and may the best team win!

Images

1. Wide Image (Photorealistic Style):

Description: A wide outdoor scene showing a group of players engaged in a game of Bases. The setting is a grassy field with designated Home and Field bases. Players are seen wearing belts with colored flags, running, strategizing, and engaging in gameplay. The scene captures the excitement and fast pace of the game, with some players defending their bases while others attempt to capture flags from the opponent’s bases.

2. Square Image (Logo):

Description: A simple square-sized logo without text. The logo features two stylized bases with crossed flags in the middle, representing the competitive nature of the game. The design is clean and vibrant, with the colors matching typical team colors used in the game.