Berget 8 - 2010

I love that picture. It looks like Oz has had rigor mortis set in.

Skatedude wrote: »

Ps, what was that avon product that worked as mosquito repellent?

Skin So Soft. I believe it's available as a spray. It does work, but only for about 4 hours and has to be reapplied frequently. I don't know how compatible it is with camouflage cream or whether sweat washes it off.

I found Ultrathon to work brilliantly. Search the Berget threads from earlier this year for a detailed description of insect repellents.

I found this new post on the Berget forum. The explanation of different play types might be handy for the newer players reading this thread, and the Berget-jargon is useful for those of us who are deciding which unit to join in B8.

What type of player are you? This might be in handy if you are new to Berget.

Here you can see the group you belong to according to the Berget Standard.

Beginner:
Has participated in some local games in their homeland, have been attracted to Berget of their more experienced players. Very often is this category involved in problems during the event when they have not read the rules properly and assumed Berget being like their local Sunday games . Do often complain about lack of action, showers and other comfortables.

TIP: Read the rules! Read Veterans corner on the forum!

Speedball Player:
Playing airsoft as it were a contest, often calls the event a tournament that they must win. Often play paintball and is confused with rules from there. These players are often disappointed in the Berget games when they do not get the same amount of action as in their local speedball games. Unfortunately, these players are also involved in cheating and rule discussions. These players are too competitive and can not cope if an opponent misses a hit.

TIP: Change the style of play or stay home!

Action player:
The most common type of players participating on Berget. These players take the time to read and understand the rules to get prepared. Want action but has no trouble guarding an object for a few hours. Has extensive experience from airsoft and has often played a few years. These players are happy as long as they get interesting missions and some lardge firefights per day.

TIP: Do not play on the Milsim team!

Milsim player:
Like all aspects of the game, appreciative of militarily organization in their team. Follows orders to the letter. Has no problem with spying on an enemy for a day without firing a shot. Is often well trained and has a good physique does not complain about having to go back and forth across the playing area.

TIP: Keep in mind that the Berget is not a milsim, therefore, choose a team with many milsimplayers and accept and respect people who does not take the game as serious.

Berget veteran:
These players have the experience of several Berget games and often other international biggames. They can play all gamestyles, are very experienced and often play key roles as officers, trustees and LARP roles important for the storyline. These players know what they can expect when they choose teams and adapts thereafter.

TIP: Write more stuff in Veterans Forum

LARP players:
Likes to play civilian roles during the game and cares a lot about politics and the games storyline. These players are often very appreciated as the set the tone for the entire game with acting. These players care less about shooting and often perform their missions with alot of freedom in accordance with their character..

TIP: Keep in mind that not everyone likes LARP, do not be pissed off if not all players LARP back.
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Ian won't be going... "Unfortunately I will not be able to make the 2010 event as we have a new arrival being introduced in to the Wermerling household next year.
But I hope you all have a fantastic event. "

Dammit.

Change of dates for Berget 8

During the launch of our webpage the dates were wrong. Berget 8 is launched one week earlier than stated first. The website have been updated with the correct information. Sorry for the inconvenience.

These are the correct dates:

Date: Wednesday the 16th - Saturday 19th of June 2010
Check in opens: Tuesday 15th 09:00 CET
Pre-game Gathering: All players shall gather in homebase before 18:00 CET the 16th.

Game start: 22:00 CET Wednesday the 16th
Game ends: 15:00 CET Saturday the 19th.
Beer party starts: 19:00 CET Saturday the 19th
Beer party ends: 03:00 CET Sunday the 20th

horgan_p wrote: »

That poor baby is in for an awful shouting to when it gets born because of this

I doubt it. More likely is that baby's parents are in for a Maximum Earbashing every time s/he needs feeding or changing

Psyops for me, I think.

I'd say they'll go in the first round of tickets, so get in early (only 100 tix)

Doc, sounds like psyops would suit you, get to have fun with the prisoners as well as sneak attacks and plently of larp but in uniform and in civvies

senordingdong wrote: »

Jesus, 100!?!

No pressure!

Add to the mix that the first batch of tickets are limited to a four hour window (apparently). Doesn't say how many tickets are available for that window though as far as I can tell.

The counterpart to poldovian psyops - being the captured NAF forces - has even less places available. Only 50.

Gonna be a bit of a mad scramble alright I think. First batch of tickets are also discounted at €88 per ticket. Next band up is €118

spicymchaggis wrote: »

this thread reminds me, what airlines allow transport of airsoft guns and is there any rules surrounding it?

One word, well acronym. SAS. By far the best and most convenient airline for transport of airsoft equipment.

Had an *ahem* issue on the return journey, and SAS were by far the most accomodating airline for transportation. Air France/KLM wanted me to get written permission from the embassy to transport my kit back ffs.

You'll need a lockable case like a Stormcase or a rugged flight case that can withstand the beating dished out by the baggage handlers/throwers. Then you'll have to pay for the extra equipment (20 euro-ish each way and allows for an extra 20kg kit along with one checked bag).

scanlant wrote: »

One word, well acronym. SAS. By far the best and most convenient airline for transport of airsoft equipment.

Had an *ahem* issue on the return journey, and SAS were by far the most accomodating airline for transportation. Air France/KLM wanted me to get written permission from the embassy to transport my kit back ffs.

You'll need a lockable case like a Stormcase or a rugged flight case that can withstand the beating dished out by the baggage handlers/throwers. Then you'll have to pay for the extra equipment (20 euro-ish each way and allows for an extra 20kg kit along with one checked bag).

The checked baggage charge was more like 35 each way, but it allowed for 30kg of kit.

scanlant wrote: »

One word, well acronym. SAS. By far the best and most convenient airline for transport of airsoft equipment.

Had an *ahem* issue on the return journey, and SAS were by far the most accomodating airline for transportation. Air France/KLM wanted me to get written permission from the embassy to transport my kit back ffs.

You'll need a lockable case like a Stormcase or a rugged flight case that can withstand the beating dished out by the baggage handlers/throwers. Then you'll have to pay for the extra equipment (20 euro-ish each way and allows for an extra 20kg kit along with one checked bag).

Wait, what happened on your return flight???

what were the average return flight costs for people last year? did a mock one there and its close to the 500 euro mark, that about right?

cheers i must have click something wrong, i tested it with the dates for berget

senordingdong wrote: »

Wait, what happened on your return flight???

I was booked on the same flights (outward and return) as you and most of the other Irish guys.

Did anyone see me at the airport? Or boarding or deplaning in Dublin?