| Played in over 40 countries throughout the world by | | | | get to a good position. Good position is the key to |
| millions of gaming enthusiasts, paintball has been | | | | winning the battle. |
| recognized as one of the most exciting outdoor sports | | | | 3. Attack. When you know your opponents' position |
| in existence today. People from all walks of life, the | | | | attack in a group so you will overwhelm them. |
| majority being men, come together to experience the | | | | Outnumbering them will be a great attack plan to |
| thrill of firing a marker at your enemy and seeing that | | | | disarm them. Cover your team and when an attack is |
| pellet splatter against his uniform. While it may sound | | | | about to be launched but do not shoot unless you |
| exciting and fun, it is not an easy game to master. If | | | | have someone to cover you at every angle. |
| you are thinking of getting into the sport and do not | | | | 4. Safety. No player will be allowed to play without the |
| know how then here are some useful tips you need to | | | | proper gear and safety measurements. Paintballers |
| know before hitting the battle field: | | | | are required to wear goggles and safety masks at all |
| 1. Gear up. Paintguns also called "markers" come in | | | | time. These custom-designed goggles and safety |
| different styles and shapes. Most of these are | | | | masks must be worn at all times in the playing field |
| powered by N2, compressed air or CO2. In warmer | | | | even if the player has been already eliminated from |
| weather regions, players are encouraged to use CO2. | | | | the game. Rules and safety are enforced by referees |
| On the other hand, you can use a siphon tank to make | | | | and they have the right to eliminate a player if they |
| your gun work better in cold weather. If you are just | | | | discover that he is in violation of safety rules and |
| starting out don't invest in expensive equipment. | | | | regulations. |
| Low-priced markers start at $125.00. Make sure to | | | | These are simple rules to remember for an |
| cover your legs, ankles, neck and arms with proper | | | | adrenaline-inducing game. Above that, paintball is a |
| paintball clothing. Believe me; you'll thank me later for | | | | character-building sport that teaches teamwork, |
| that. Once you have everything in place you are ready | | | | leadership, self-confidence and develops one's |
| for battlefield. | | | | intelligence, determination, strength, agility and |
| 2. Strategize. No battle is won without a great strategy | | | | decisiveness. This is why corporations are now |
| and paintball is no exception. First thing to remember, | | | | starting to encourage their employees and managers |
| don't fire your paintballs randomly. Only strike when the | | | | to participate in this game. Now what would be more |
| right opportunity comes along. Shooting from a | | | | fun that shooting your markers at your boss? Just |
| distance will reveal your position, so make sure you | | | | make sure than when you do get the chance, he |
| get closer first before firing. Know your enemies' | | | | won't be able to fire back at you or "fire" you when |
| position by knowing where your allies are. Be quiet and | | | | you get back! |
| patient, make light footsteps and crawl if you must to | | | | |