Black Karma Pilgrimage
Our annual pilgrimage to our home field's premier
event of the year had us all waiting as a child does for Christmas morning. Add
to this anticipation of merriment and fellowship, a welcoming twinge of pride
as one of our members brings in the newly christened Black Karma trebuche - of
which excitement flew almost as high as a boot that was tossed from this
ancient weapon replica. MPP Games in collaboration with Bearclaw Paintball
pitted the Lannisters against the Batherons in the Game of Thrones Series. All
"Houses" are involved in a multi-year tournament for rule of the land
and this year Black Karma supported the house of Lannister. This year Planet
Eclipse sent Kris Wilson, one of their Pro Techs, just in case anyone had
issues with their kit. Not only was he an awesome tech, but also a wonderful
friend.
One of the most extraordinary things about this
field is that with each season, the playing strategies change. With the foliage
just starting to turn, our HDE jerseys and pants had no trouble blending in to
the deciduous patterns that are prevalent in the region. As game time
approached, our team split up; half of us pre-positioned near our base, half of
us preparing to storm the beach. As the opening gunshot went off, we all
performed our various tasks. One of the hardest things for our team to do is to
wait for battle; marker fire attracts us like moths to the flame. We broke
through the beach defenses, and after a quick reset, we started running
missions. The great thing about Ben Torricelli's demented genius mind is that
he invariably has both teams vying to control the same objective.
The night beach landing, lit by three huge pyres,
was impressive. The only thing that could have topped that feeling would be
viewing Bearclaw's property when coming over the small ridge and arriving at
the field. Afterward an intense night battle, everyone enjoyed rest, libations,
and bowls of Pineapple Cobbler.
Our final day began in a foggy haze. The Howell
Community Center's breakfast platter helped fuel our reserves for the coming
day's battle. That day, our opposition had a stronger zeal as compared to the
day previous. More missions came back busted, but we continued to push on
towards our goals. Near the end of the game, we set our sights on our favorite
spot on the field : the schoolhouse. Control over this objective was hard
fought, but enjoyable. All of our Planet Eclipse gear rose to the occasion
again (with 10 pods going through a new Geo 3.5 on a single fill).
At the end of the day, our team continuously strives
for one thing: showing other players how much we love the game of paintball. If
we can leave a game with new friends and a few funny stories, we feel as though
we won, despite the final score. If you are at a game with us, feel free to
test drive our team Etek or Etha. If you are having any issues with your
equipment, just let us know. If we can't help you, we know a team of
knowledgeable and friendly folks at Planet Eclipse who can.
As we approach the holiday season, be mindful of
your many blessings. If there is a way you can help others in need, please do
so. You never know how much the smallest of help can give the greatest
gift of all: HOPE. We hope to see you at Bearclaw's Annual Toys for Tots game
on December 13-14th in Fayetteville, TN. If not, perhaps
at UWL in various locations throughout the country. Follow us on Facebook to
get up to date info on us and Planet Eclipse products.
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