Surrender Rule
Overview
The surrender rule is a safety guideline where a player offers another player the chance to surrender instead of being shot at extremely close range.
Key Points
- Prevents painful close range shots.
- Common in recreational and rental play.
- Triggered when one player has a clear advantage at close distance.
- Players may say “Surrender!” or “You’re out!” instead of shooting.
- Helps maintain a safe and enjoyable environment.
Details
The surrender rule is a safety practice used mostly in recreational and beginner environments to reduce the risk of painful close range hits. When one player approaches another at a very short distance typically within 10 to 15 feet they may call for the opponent to surrender instead of shooting.
This rule varies by field but usually works as follows: A player with a clear advantage says “Surrender!” or “You’re out!” The opponent must accept the surrender and leave the field. If the opponent refuses or turns suddenly, the attacking player may still fire for safety.
The purpose is to keep gameplay fun and reduce injury risk. Advanced formats often remove the rule because players expect faster, more competitive interactions.
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