Team Update #14

[Mr.G]

Now it says no pinning against a field element. The floor is not a field element, but is the bump?

[EricH]

It's always said "field element". That's not a change.

As for whether the bump counts as a field element, there was discussion on that previously--inconclusive, IIRC. Looking at the Q&A, I can't find anything either.

I would say that it probably does, being part of the field and all (as opposed to being a game piece or a robot), but I'm not 100% certain, and I don't think anyone has specifically asked Q&A for a ruling.

[Daniel_LaFleur]

Originally Posted by Mr.G

Another large rule change after ship that if teams know ahead many might have changed there design. Come on GDC.

Now it says no pinning against a field element. The floor is not a field element, but is the bump?

1> please quote the rule that states no pinning against a field element. All the GDC did was redefine how the timing of pinning is to be determined, and it didn't change much.

2> The bump is, and always has been, part of the field. As such, teams can (and will) be pinned against it.

None of these will stop effective defense. Good defensive teams will keep offensive teams from just lining up and shooting.

Now lets all just take a deep breath. Things aren't as bad as it seems ... really.

I find it a complete waste of time to whine about rule changes, and a much better use of my time making sure my team knows the rules and knows how to play all aspects of the game (defense included) within those rules. I might suggest others do the same.

[Mr.G]

Originally Posted by Daniel_LaFleur

1> please quote the rule that states no pinning against a field element. All the GDC did was redefine how the timing of pinning is to be determined, and it didn't change much.

Sorry you are correct. I read the update as they just added the 6 foot rule.

We aren't a defence team and never have been. Some teams are and I would hate to see a major rule change for them that effects their design.