Battle ref guidelines - Revision history

Matt: /* First Aid (previously Man Down) */

2026-06-06T09:50:03Z

First Aid (previously Man Down)

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	** Calling time freeze and expanding the outer ring rarely works as it will normally collapse back in unless the situation is changed.		** Calling time freeze and expanding the outer ring rarely works as it will normally collapse back in unless the situation is changed.
	* Picking up arrows is a courtesy, not a requirement. Never hold arrows in the middle, take them into a crush, or throw them		* Picking up arrows is a courtesy, not a requirement. Never hold arrows in the middle, take them into a crush, or throw them
	== First Aid (previously Man Down) ==		===First Aid (previously Man Down)===
	* Check that a person has actually been hurt, they may just be roleplaying or someone may have inappropriately called man down IC		* Check that a person has actually been hurt, they may just be roleplaying or someone may have inappropriately called man down IC
	* Call First Aid, if not already called, but do not spread the call if you cannot locate the casualty.		* Call First Aid, if not already called, but do not spread the call if you cannot locate the casualty.

Matt at 09:49, 6 June 2026

2026-06-06T09:49:44Z

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	=How to volunteer=		==How to volunteer==
	There are two main ways to volunteer		There are two main ways to volunteer

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	We run some internal checks on all referees e.g. for conduct etc so recommend the first option so that can be done in advance		We run some internal checks on all referees e.g. for conduct etc so recommend the first option so that can be done in advance

	=What to bring=		==What to bring==
	Wear a practical base layer of neutral or IC clothing and footwear that is suitable for battle terrain		Wear a practical base layer of neutral or IC clothing and footwear that is suitable for battle terrain
	* You will be given a two layer ref tabard to wear so factor that in for hot weather		* You will be given a two layer ref tabard to wear so factor that in for hot weather
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	* You will be exposed to the elements e.g. sun, heat, wind, cold and rain so consider sunblock, a hat, suitable layers etc		* You will be exposed to the elements e.g. sun, heat, wind, cold and rain so consider sunblock, a hat, suitable layers etc

	=What to expect=		==What to expect==
	Below is the typical running order for a battle but it might vary from battle to battle		Below is the typical running order for a battle but it might vary from battle to battle
	* Ref preparation (09:30 - 10:00 Ref tent near monster) - signing in, getting tabard radio etc and time to read briefing sheets and generally get kitted up		* Ref preparation (09:30 - 10:00 Ref tent near monster) - signing in, getting tabard radio etc and time to read briefing sheets and generally get kitted up
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	* Back into play - you will be able to head into the OOC area or quickly cut through IC areas to kit up and get back to playing		* Back into play - you will be able to head into the OOC area or quickly cut through IC areas to kit up and get back to playing

	=How to ref the battle=		==How to ref the battle==
	Below are some guidelines and terminology to familiarise yourself with, if this is your first time reffing Empire battles make this known during prep and to your team leader and they will provide additional guidance and support as needed		Below are some guidelines and terminology to familiarise yourself with, if this is your first time reffing Empire battles make this known during prep and to your team leader and they will provide additional guidance and support as needed

	==General Guidelines==		===General Guidelines===
	*Chain of command - the lead referee(s) will be in overall command, and team lead refs will coordinate the activities and comms for small groups of referees, contact refs will provide where escalation is required		*Chain of command - the lead referee(s) will be in overall command, and team lead refs will coordinate the activities and comms for small groups of referees, contact refs will provide where escalation is required
	* Pronouns - avoid using gendered pronouns and where possible use generic terms such as person/people, player(s), monster(s), referee(s) etc		* Pronouns - avoid using gendered pronouns and where possible use generic terms such as person/people, player(s), monster(s), referee(s) etc
	* Do not ref each other - if another ref needs help they will ask, be prepared to help on request but do not assume - note Contact refs are available if escalation is needed		* Do not ref each other - if another ref needs help they will ask, be prepared to help on request but do not assume - note Contact refs are available if escalation is needed
	* Avoid conflicts of interest where possible - try to avoid reffing your group or friends to avoid the perception of preferential treatment		* Avoid conflicts of interest where possible - try to avoid reffing your group or friends to avoid the perception of preferential treatment
	== Combat Safety ==
			===Combat Safety===
	Generally referees will not need to interfere in combat and participants will take care of their own safety. However some situations require the referees to act to prevent injury, typically where large numbers or poor perception of dangers put participants at risk of injury. The first two rules of combat reffing are:		Generally referees will not need to interfere in combat and participants will take care of their own safety. However some situations require the referees to act to prevent injury, typically where large numbers or poor perception of dangers put participants at risk of injury. The first two rules of combat reffing are:
	* Do not put yourself in danger - you cannot ref from the first aid tent		* Do not put yourself in danger - you cannot ref from the first aid tent
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	** take care to ensure those involved are not unduly prejudiced by the incident e.g. ensure they have not been cut off by changes in the battle flow.		** take care to ensure those involved are not unduly prejudiced by the incident e.g. ensure they have not been cut off by changes in the battle flow.
	** it may be necessary to allow the casualty to re-enter play at a different point or directly back to Anvil if the battle has ended		** it may be necessary to allow the casualty to re-enter play at a different point or directly back to Anvil if the battle has ended
	== Radio Guidelines ==
			===Radio Guidelines===
	* Check your Radio is secured to a belt or in a carry case and the headset is secure - anything pressing on the radio can lead to accidentally transmitting		* Check your Radio is secured to a belt or in a carry case and the headset is secure - anything pressing on the radio can lead to accidentally transmitting
	* When transmitting		* When transmitting
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	* If you expect a long conversation invite the other person to switch to one of the conversation channels		* If you expect a long conversation invite the other person to switch to one of the conversation channels
	* Take care you do not accidentally lean on the transmit button or allow the headset lead to work loose - this can tie up the channel. If this occurs the person transmitting cannot hear any radio calls so check neighbouring refs rather than try to use the radio to find them.		* Take care you do not accidentally lean on the transmit button or allow the headset lead to work loose - this can tie up the channel. If this occurs the person transmitting cannot hear any radio calls so check neighbouring refs rather than try to use the radio to find them.
	== Glossary ==
			===Glossary===
	* Choke point - a feature that funnels participants into a smaller area e.g. a gate in the fence, a bridge over a ditch or the Sentinel gate		* Choke point - a feature that funnels participants into a smaller area e.g. a gate in the fence, a bridge over a ditch or the Sentinel gate
	* Contact Ref – a ref nominated to assist other referees if they need backup when dealing with a situation		* Contact Ref – a ref nominated to assist other referees if they need backup when dealing with a situation
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	* Plot Ref - the referee that will provide any plot clarifications and provide the definitive timings for the Sentinel Gate		* Plot Ref - the referee that will provide any plot clarifications and provide the definitive timings for the Sentinel Gate
	* Team lead ref - the referee coordinating a tea of referees covering an area, nation or other feature		* Team lead ref - the referee coordinating a tea of referees covering an area, nation or other feature
	==Battle Map==		===Battle Map===
	[[File:Battle Map.png]]		[[File:Battle Map.png]]
	==Hots and Nots from the debrief==		===Hots and Nots from the debrief===
	[[file:Hots and Nots.PNG]]		[[file:Hots and Nots.PNG]]

	{{RefLinks}}		{{RefLinks}}
	[[Battle Safety]]		[[Battle Safety]]

Matt at 09:48, 6 June 2026

2026-06-06T09:48:49Z

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	==Hots and Nots from the debrief==		==Hots and Nots from the debrief==
	[[file:Hots and Nots.PNG]]		[[file:Hots and Nots.PNG]]

			{{RefLinks}}
	[[Battle Safety]]		[[Battle Safety]]

Matt: Matt moved page Battle Ref Guidelines to Battle ref guidelines without leaving a redirect

2026-06-06T09:40:50Z

Matt moved page Battle Ref Guidelines to Battle ref guidelines without leaving a redirect

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Jcrollie at 08:45, 10 May 2026

2026-05-10T08:45:21Z

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	==Hots and Nots from the debrief==		==Hots and Nots from the debrief==
	[[file:Hots and Nots.PNG]]		[[file:Hots and Nots.PNG]]
	[[Battle ~~Saftey~~]]		[[Battle Safety]]

Jcrollie at 08:44, 10 May 2026

2026-05-10T08:44:56Z

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	==Hots and Nots from the debrief==		==Hots and Nots from the debrief==
	[[file:Hots and Nots.PNG]]		[[file:Hots and Nots.PNG]]
			[[Battle Saftey]]

Jcrollie at 10:57, 20 April 2026

2026-04-20T10:57:51Z

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	* Plot Ref - the referee that will provide any plot clarifications and provide the definitive timings for the Sentinel Gate		* Plot Ref - the referee that will provide any plot clarifications and provide the definitive timings for the Sentinel Gate
	* Team lead ref - the referee coordinating a tea of referees covering an area, nation or other feature		* Team lead ref - the referee coordinating a tea of referees covering an area, nation or other feature
			==Battle Map==
			[[File:Battle Map.png]]
	==Hots and Nots from the debrief==		==Hots and Nots from the debrief==
	[[file:Hots and Nots.PNG]]		[[file:Hots and Nots.PNG]]

Jcrollie at 10:51, 20 April 2026

2026-04-20T10:51:40Z

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	=What to expect=		=What to expect=
	Below is the typical running order for a battle but it might vary from battle to battle		Below is the typical running order for a battle but it might vary from battle to battle
	* Ref preparation (09:30 - 10:10 Ref tent near monster) - signing in, getting tabard radio etc and time to read briefing sheets and generally get kitted up		* Ref preparation (09:30 - 10:00 Ref tent near monster) - signing in, getting tabard radio etc and time to read briefing sheets and generally get kitted up
	* Ref brief (approx 10:30) - prep closes and there is a short (roughly 20 min) ref brief on the battle, normally you will then be split into teams and may have further briefing or pre battle tasks		* Ref brief (approx 10:30) - prep closes and there is a short (roughly 20 min) ref brief on the battle, normally you will then be split into teams and may have further briefing or pre battle tasks
	* Battle - starting at 11:00 and normally 60-90 mins		* Battle - starting at 11:00 and normally 60-90 mins

Jcrollie at 10:51, 20 April 2026

2026-04-20T10:51:17Z

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	=What to expect=		=What to expect=
	Below is the typical running order for a battle but it might vary from battle to battle		Below is the typical running order for a battle but it might vary from battle to battle
	* Ref preparation (09:30 Ref tent near monster) - signing in, getting tabard radio etc and time to read briefing sheets and generally get kitted up		* Ref preparation (09:30 - 10:10 Ref tent near monster) - signing in, getting tabard radio etc and time to read briefing sheets and generally get kitted up
	* Ref brief (approx 10:30) - prep closes and there is a short (roughly 20 min) ref brief on the battle, normally you will then be split into teams and may have further briefing or pre battle tasks		* Ref brief (approx 10:30) - prep closes and there is a short (roughly 20 min) ref brief on the battle, normally you will then be split into teams and may have further briefing or pre battle tasks
	* Battle - starting at 11:00 and normally 60-90 mins		* Battle - starting at 11:00 and normally 60-90 mins

Jcrollie at 10:50, 20 April 2026

2026-04-20T10:50:28Z

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	=What to expect=		=What to expect=
	Below is the typical running order for a battle but it might vary from battle to battle		Below is the typical running order for a battle but it might vary from battle to battle
	* Ref preparation (09:30 ~~behind GOD~~) - signing in, getting tabard radio etc and time to read briefing sheets and generally get kitted up		* Ref preparation (09:30 Ref tent near monster) - signing in, getting tabard radio etc and time to read briefing sheets and generally get kitted up
	* Ref brief (approx 10:30) - prep closes and there is a short (roughly 20 min) ref brief on the battle, normally you will then be split into teams and may have further briefing or pre battle tasks		* Ref brief (approx 10:30) - prep closes and there is a short (roughly 20 min) ref brief on the battle, normally you will then be split into teams and may have further briefing or pre battle tasks
	* Battle - starting at 11:00 and normally 60-90 mins		* Battle - starting at 11:00 and normally 60-90 mins