I like it. And I left an opening for anyone if they want to add something before Andrew gets to the actual point of the meeting. I noticed that the newly returned Aaron has interacted or was seen by Sam, Hitosu, janet and probably Lance. Anyone wants to bring that up? As for me, I'm going to sleep. I'll finish the meeting later today.
OK, for sanity's sake, I'm putting the rules here to metagame. IOW, all of our characters IC already know this game and its rules.
Foc/cer Rules
Foc/cer is a variation of four-way soccer that is played by the students of Hero High. While is it described as soccer, there are many changes to the rules, so many in fact that foc/cer barely resembles actual soccer.
Foc/cer is a game played on a plus-sign shaped field, with a goal on each side (see pic.) There are four teams, all with an equal number of players. Traditionally, there are only five players per team (four players and one goal keeper) but as long as the teams remain even they can be any size. The game is played outdoors, but despite this, there is a force field on all edges of the field, forming a dome around the field. Foc/cer is designed to be a fast paced game; the action only ever stops under two conditions.
- When both of the two balls have been scored.
- When there has been a penalty, due to an illegal tackle/power.
The Balls
There are two balls in foc/cer instead of one. They are roughly the size and shape of real soccer balls, but they are made of a special metal that is almost impossible to destroy. This also means that the balls are heavier than real soccer balls. When a goal is scored with one ball, that ball must remain inside the goal and out of play until the other ball is scored.
Powers and ‘tackling’
While most powers are acceptable in foc/cer, there are some that would make the game too unfair, and so they are banned. Use of these powers will earn the offender a warning, and the three other teams each get a penalty shot.
The forbidden powers are -
- Teleportation, in any form.
- Mind control, telepathy, foresight
- Telekinesis (when applied to the ball or a player for any length of time)
- Anything that would make it impossible to score, like a force field around the goal area.
(NOTE – These are all I can think of now. If you guys than think of any others let me know.)
Foc/cer is a rough sport. There only real rule regarding tackling is that players cannot be held down. If a player is held down the offender will be given a warning, and the victim will be given a penalty shot at goal.
The Force Field
The force field makes it impossible for the balls or players to leave, unless the referee allows them to do so. Touching the force field will give the players a mild electric shock. Knocking other players into the force field to stun them is a common tactic.
The Referee
The referee is almost always a teacher. The ref must be a flyer, as they observe the game from above. The ref is responsible for giving out penalties and warnings, settling disputes between players, and handling the balls (har har) when the play has stopped.
The Drop
At the start of the game, and after every penalty and goal, the players take their positions in their quarter of the field. One player from each team (usually the offensive player, or ‘striker’) stands on the edge of the inner circle. The referee hovers above the centre holding both balls. The ref will blow their whistle and drop both balls simultaneously. The four players in the centre must then do their best to take possession of one or both the balls, but they are not allowed to move until both of the balls touch the ground. This act, known as ‘the drop’ is what always starts play.
Warnings
Each player gets a maximum of two warnings. On the third, they are permanently banned from the field for the rest of the match. It is a good idea, therefore, that each team has at least one reserve player for such an occasion.
No hands?
Unlike soccer, players ARE allowed to use their hands in foc/cer, but only to hit the ball, not to catch or hold it. Offending plays will receive a warning. However, like in soccer, the exception to this rule is the goal keeper.
That's all I can think of. If you find any issues lemme know.