Ref Roles & Training - Revision history

Jcrollie at 14:46, 8 March 2026

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	We want crewing to be as enjoyable as possible – our current referee team work the whole event, but our goal is to recruit enough new refs that everyone could take some time off if they need too. If you’ve ever thought about trying out reffing, but still want a chance to roleplay with your friends during the event, then this could be the perfect time to try that.		We want crewing to be as enjoyable as possible – our current referee team work the whole event, but our goal is to recruit enough new refs that everyone could take some time off if they need too. If you’ve ever thought about trying out reffing, but still want a chance to roleplay with your friends during the event, then this could be the perfect time to try that.

	If you’re interested at all, please email crew@profounddecisions.co.uk and let us know what you’d be interested in doing.		If you’re interested at all, please email [mailto:crew@profounddecisions.co.uk crew@profounddecisions.co.uk] and let us know what you’d be interested in doing.

	There are several ways to help out refereeing in Empire plus there are options for training and coaching that you can request		There are several ways to help out refereeing in Empire plus there are options for training and coaching that you can request
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	We are developing ways to offer training and coaching for referees of all types. This can be combined with any of the roles above although options for coaching during battles is limited currently.		We are developing ways to offer training and coaching for referees of all types. This can be combined with any of the roles above although options for coaching during battles is limited currently.

	Each event there will be slots for 1:1 coaching and training with one of our more experienced crew refs. To book a slot contact crew@profounddecisions.co.uk and let us know your preferred slots, noting there will be a limited number of slots in each shift		Each event there will be slots for 1:1 coaching and training with one of our more experienced crew refs. To book a slot contact [mailto:crew@profounddecisions.co.uk crew@profounddecisions.co.uk] and let us know your preferred slots, noting there will be a limited number of slots in each shift

	'''Combat reffing''' - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels		'''Combat reffing''' - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels

Jcrollie at 14:35, 8 March 2026

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	We are developing ways to offer training and coaching for referees of all types. This can be combined with any of the roles above although options for coaching during battles is limited currently.		We are developing ways to offer training and coaching for referees of all types. This can be combined with any of the roles above although options for coaching during battles is limited currently.

	Each event there will be slots for 1:1 coaching and training with one of our more experienced crew refs. To book a slot contact ~~<create forwarding mail address e~~.g. ~~referees@>~~ and let us know your preferred slots, noting there will be a limited number of slots in each shift		Each event there will be slots for 1:1 coaching and training with one of our more experienced crew refs. To book a slot contact crew@profounddecisions.co.uk and let us know your preferred slots, noting there will be a limited number of slots in each shift

	'''Combat reffing''' - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels		'''Combat reffing''' - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels
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	'''Tablet reffing''' - you can return the equipment to one of the fixed locations i.e. Regio or RAT. You will be able to use the same sign in sheet to confirm you have returned your equipment and database access has been revoked at the end of your shift.		'''Tablet reffing''' - you can return the equipment to one of the fixed locations i.e. Regio or RAT. You will be able to use the same sign in sheet to confirm you have returned your equipment and database access has been revoked at the end of your shift.

	Please note - you MUST make sure all of the equipment is returned to the ~~refree~~ team, because the same equipment is used for Battle Refs.		Please note - you MUST make sure all of the equipment is returned to the referee team, because the same equipment is used for Battle Refs.

	==Disclaimer==		==Disclaimer==
	The reduced hours ref and shift ref are new roles and therefore, the details above are subject to change or amendment following them being used in practice.		The reduced hours ref and shift ref are new roles and therefore, the details above are subject to change or amendment following them being used in practice.

Jcrollie at 19:21, 3 August 2025

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	* Time commitment (a shift is ~5 hours) - timings can be flexible as agreed with lead refs but reffing a battle in your monstering slot does not count towards ~~shift reffing~~ as this is covered by play one / monster one requirement. Being coached / trained does not detract from shift time as assumed to be on the job training		* Time commitment (a shift is ~5 hours) - timings can be flexible as agreed with lead refs but reffing a battle in your monstering slot does not count towards the number of shifts you have reffed as this is covered by play one / monster one requirement. Being coached / trained does not detract from shift time as assumed to be on the job training
	* Backstage access - Access to the Crew Welfare Space (only when on shift for shift refs) Crew Party & Crew T-shirts for full and part time only		* Backstage access - Access to the Crew Welfare Space (only when on shift for shift refs) Crew Party & Crew T-shirts for full and part time only
	* Database access - When required database access will be granted at the start of shift and removed at end of shift so no pressure to perform ref duties on an off shift		* Database access - When required database access will be granted at the start of shift and removed at end of shift so no pressure to perform ref duties on an off shift

Jcrollie at 16:53, 26 July 2025

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	* Time commitment (a shift is ~5 hours) - timings can be flexible as agreed with lead refs but reffing a battle in your monstering slot does not count towards shift reffing as this is covered by play one / monster one requirement. Being coached / trained does not detract from shift time as assumed to be on the job training		* Time commitment (a shift is ~5 hours) - timings can be flexible as agreed with lead refs but reffing a battle in your monstering slot does not count towards shift reffing as this is covered by play one / monster one requirement. Being coached / trained does not detract from shift time as assumed to be on the job training
	* Backstage access - Access to the Crew Welfare Space for ~~everyone,~~ Crew Party & Crew T-shirts for full and part time only		* Backstage access - Access to the Crew Welfare Space (only when on shift for shift refs) Crew Party & Crew T-shirts for full and part time only
	* Database access - When required database access will be granted at the start of shift and removed at end of shift so no pressure to perform ref duties on an off shift		* Database access - When required database access will be granted at the start of shift and removed at end of shift so no pressure to perform ref duties on an off shift
	* Time off type - if playing a character follow the appropriate guidelines for [[Time off]]. Note all refs are regularly vetted for rules or conduct infractions		* Time off type - if playing a character follow the appropriate guidelines for [[Time off]]. Note all refs are regularly vetted for rules or conduct infractions

Sdawhitaker at 14:15, 20 July 2025

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	You will be asked to sign in and collect your equipment so you can start your shift at the agreed time. You can do this by liaising with the Shift Leader/Co-Head Ref/Ref Coach.		You will be asked to sign in and collect your equipment so you can start your shift at the agreed time. You can do this by liaising with the Shift Leader/Co-Head Ref/Ref Coach.

	'''Combat reffing''' – you will be allocated a Skirmish team who have a fixed timetable and ~~will~~ be ~~able~~ to ~~confirm when~~ and ~~where is best~~ to ~~meet~~.		'''Combat reffing''' – you will be allocated a Skirmish team who have a fixed timetable and the team should be near the monster room, if not you cal always go to the Regio and ask another ref to radio and co-ordinate meeting up.

	'''Tablet reffing''' - you can meet at one of the fixed locations i.e. Regio or RAT. There will be a sign in sheet to confirm you have collected your equipment and database access has been granted to you.		'''Tablet reffing''' - you can meet at one of the fixed locations i.e. Regio or RAT. There will be a sign in sheet to confirm you have collected your equipment and database access has been granted to you.

Sdawhitaker at 13:53, 20 July 2025

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	There are several ways to help out refereeing in Empire plus there are options for training and coaching that you can request		There are several ways to help out refereeing in Empire plus there are options for training and coaching that you can request

	==Ref roles:==		==Ref roles==
	* Full time ref - for crew that want to ref the majority of the event		* Full time ref - for crew that want to ref the majority of the event
	* Reduced hours ref - similar to full time ref but with less shifts		* Reduced hours ref - similar to full time ref but with less shifts

Sdawhitaker at 13:51, 20 July 2025

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	'''Combat reffing''' - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels		'''Combat reffing''' - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels

	'''Tablet reffing''' - focused on the various transactions you may be asked to perform or players e.g. processing rituals, bondings etc		'''Tablet reffing''' - focused on the various transactions you may be asked to perform or players e.g. processing rituals, bondings etc

Sdawhitaker at 13:51, 20 July 2025

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	'''Combat reffing''' - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels		'''Combat reffing''' - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels

	'''Tablet reffing''' - focused on the various transactions you may be asked to perform or players e.g. processing rituals, bondings etc		'''Tablet reffing''' - focused on the various transactions you may be asked to perform or players e.g. processing rituals, bondings etc

Sdawhitaker at 13:50, 20 July 2025

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	'''Combat reffing''' - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels		'''Combat reffing''' - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels

	'''Tablet reffing''' - focused on the various transactions you may be asked to perform or players e.g. processing rituals, bondings etc		'''Tablet reffing''' - focused on the various transactions you may be asked to perform or players e.g. processing rituals, bondings etc

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	==Signing In & Out for your shift==		==Signing In & Out for your shift==

	~~'''Signing In'''~~

	You will be asked to sign in and collect your equipment so you can start your shift at the agreed time. You can do this by liaising with the Shift Leader/Co-Head Ref/Ref Coach.		You will be asked to sign in and collect your equipment so you can start your shift at the agreed time. You can do this by liaising with the Shift Leader/Co-Head Ref/Ref Coach.

	'''Combat reffing''' – you will be allocated a Skirmish team who have a fixed timetable and will be able to confirm when and where is best to meet.		'''Combat reffing''' – you will be allocated a Skirmish team who have a fixed timetable and will be able to confirm when and where is best to meet.

	'''Tablet reffing''' - you can meet at one of the fixed locations i.e. Regio or RAT. There will be a sign in sheet to confirm you have collected your equipment and database access has been granted to you.		'''Tablet reffing''' - you can meet at one of the fixed locations i.e. Regio or RAT. There will be a sign in sheet to confirm you have collected your equipment and database access has been granted to you.

	~~'''Signing Out'''~~

	You will be asked to sign out and return your equipment once your agreed shift is completed.		You will be asked to sign out and return your equipment once your agreed shift is completed.

Sdawhitaker at 13:47, 20 July 2025

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	Each event there will be slots for 1:1 coaching and training with one of our more experienced crew refs. To book a slot contact <create forwarding mail address e.g. referees@> and let us know your preferred slots, noting there will be a limited number of slots in each shift		Each event there will be slots for 1:1 coaching and training with one of our more experienced crew refs. To book a slot contact <create forwarding mail address e.g. referees@> and let us know your preferred slots, noting there will be a limited number of slots in each shift

	* Combat reffing - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels		'''Combat reffing''' - primarily focussed on skills needed to ref skirmishes and battles but can also apply to combat in Anvil e.g. duels
	* Tablet reffing - focused on the various transactions you may be asked to perform or players e.g. processing rituals, bondings etc		'''Tablet reffing''' - focused on the various transactions you may be asked to perform or players e.g. processing rituals, bondings etc

	Additionally there will be online sessions in between events that are organised on the referee Facebook or Discord groups		Additionally there will be online sessions in between events that are organised on the referee Facebook or Discord groups
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	You will be asked to sign in and collect your equipment so you can start your shift at the agreed time. You can do this by liaising with the Shift Leader/Co-Head Ref/Ref Coach.		You will be asked to sign in and collect your equipment so you can start your shift at the agreed time. You can do this by liaising with the Shift Leader/Co-Head Ref/Ref Coach.

	~~For combat/skirmish~~ reffing – you will be allocated a Skirmish team who have a fixed timetable and will be able to confirm when and where is best to meet.		'''Combat reffing''' – you will be allocated a Skirmish team who have a fixed timetable and will be able to confirm when and where is best to meet.
			'''Tablet reffing''' - you can meet at one of the fixed locations i.e. Regio or RAT. There will be a sign in sheet to confirm you have collected your equipment and database access has been granted to you.
	~~For tablet/field~~ reffing you can meet at one of the fixed locations i.e. Regio or RAT. There will be a sign in sheet to confirm you have collected your equipment and database access has been granted to you.

	'''Signing Out'''		'''Signing Out'''
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	You will be asked to sign out and return your equipment once your agreed shift is completed.		You will be asked to sign out and return your equipment once your agreed shift is completed.

	~~For combat/skirmish~~ reffing – you should be able to hand in the equipment to the other referees on your Skirmish team.		'''Combat reffing''' – you should be able to hand in the equipment to the other referees on your Skirmish team.

	~~For tablet/field~~ reffing you can return the equipment to one of the fixed locations i.e. Regio or RAT. You will be able to use the same sign in sheet to confirm you have returned your equipment and database access has been revoked at the end of your shift.		'''Tablet reffing''' - you can return the equipment to one of the fixed locations i.e. Regio or RAT. You will be able to use the same sign in sheet to confirm you have returned your equipment and database access has been revoked at the end of your shift.

	Please note - you MUST make sure all of the equipment is returned to the refree team, because the same equipment is used for Battle Refs.		Please note - you MUST make sure all of the equipment is returned to the refree team, because the same equipment is used for Battle Refs.