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Re: PNW Auburn-MV - Violent Gameplay

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Originally Posted by tomy View Post
G28 States as follows:



Its a risk to have something go outside the frame perimeter. I've seen a lot of designs this year with appendages going outside the frame perimeter and expect most of them to break during competition. As for the high speed collision, its sad to say but its the nature of this game. This game is leaning towards heavy defenses and teams should be prepared.
Unfortunately we think you are right - but that is going to make the game look more like Battle Bots than actual team play.

In our first competition the day started out with good defense - yes there was pushing but not full speed ramming of robots. The group in the pit next to us had the frame bent in about an inch (not called) and not totally noticed until back in pit.

It's looking like you should just make your bot a 120lbs monster and get people out of the way - but I am not really sure that is intended for the game.