At Telford Wargames Society (TWS) we expect and promote the rules of fair play and the spirit of the game becomes more important than the winning of the game. In all games the onus is upon taking part where the enjoyment is more important than the winning, saying that, regularly throughout the year, there are regular tournaments and competitions for members giving a competitive interest to the games. At TWS each individual is treated with mutual respect and there is an integration of styles and genre. There is no age discrimination at TWS as all ages are encouraged to attend and intermingle, after all the youngsters of today are the commanders of tomorrow. Anyone, any game, any period. Basically anything goes!
At TWS we promote the rules of fair play and the spirit of the game, the onus is upon taking part where enjoyment is more important than the winning. We greatly look forward to offering you a rewarding Wargaming experience when you come to either visit or play at TWS. As a member of TWS it is expected that you play within the Spirit of the Game. Although obviously we all play to win, at TWS the focus is not always necessarily upon winning but rather upon having a fun game.
Before the game:
· Play for your own enjoyment & to improve your skills, look forward to the game rather than the victory!
· Exchange a few friendly words with your opponents and ask them their names!
· Decide that you are going to play fair and abide by the rules of the game! Make sure that all terrain is identified so that appropriate modifies can be determined when necessary.
During the game
· Stick to the rules but always remember there is room for leyway! No arguing over any rule, if there is a difference of interpretation roll a d6 the highest roll wins and the game goes on!
· Do not intimidate, ridicule or belittle your opponent in any way or form.· Don’t use ugly remarks based on race, religion, gender or ability, many such comments are actually now illegal. Remember that you are there for the participants to enjoy the game Lead by example and respect all players physical or verbal abuse will not be tolerated
· Stay relaxed, even if others are provoking you! If things go wrong or you're facing defeat, always bear in mind that it is only a game!
· Never ridicule mistakes or losses, Treat everyone the same regardless of age or are a different colour or have a different nationality
After the game
· Enjoy winning, but don't mock the other player(s)! Congratulate and express your thanks to your fellow player(s) for the game even if things went wrong! After all without them being there then there would have be no game!
· Reflect upon the strategy and tactics, analysis the game, identify mistakes and learn!
Here at TELFORD WARGAMES SOCIETY when we play our games we promote and abide by the principles and the rules of fair play. Why is this so important to us? Fair play encourages participation and increases players’ enjoyment although we encourage and create opportunities for participation, it is never forced upon anyone. For the older players it is important to remember at all times that children may have difficulties dealing with the influence of intensely competitive adults. It is expected that older players act as role models and help and guide others to a greater understanding of game rules and mechanics and exemplify the spirit of the game Competitive play is encouraged, but never at the expense of respect between players, adherence to the rules, and the basic joy of play. Although competition builds character and winning is an important goal, winning at the cost of a player’s health and fair play cannot be justified.
In summary:
1. Respect the rules
2. Respect any person running a game/ campaign/ scenario and their decisions thereby made.
3. Respect your opponent(s)
4. Give everybody an equal chance to participate
5. Maintain your self-control at all times
6. Enjoy!
