[Danny Blau]

Thanks for the question Mike

Originally Posted by Taylor

If a yoga ball or yellow tote inadvertently blocks an EMBRASURE, and the team goes to clear it out, is that team responsible for any SECRET PASSAGE incursion penalties? To be more clear, which would be a higher priority: keeping the SECRET PASSAGE clear of opposing robots, or keeping the EMBRASURES clear of field elements? This could escalate to a DIYDDIYD situation pretty easily, at no fault of the robot or alliance.

There is no penalty for blocking the EMBRASURES, it just shifts the actions of the human players. The penalties for contact in the secret passage would still apply.

Thanks
DB