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Establish house rules to resolve 'soft conflicts'

While the rulebook is pretty thorough, it does not really explain some of the more ‘grey areas’ of game play. For example, how do you resolve accidents like table bumps, or a sneeze that causes pieces to attach? By setting down some simple house rules before play begins, you’ll save everyone some trouble. I find that the simplest way to resolve a problem is this: "You caused the problem? It’s my turn now. I’ll attempt to capture those points!" As long as all players agree with this approach, its alllll good.
HAPPY POLARITY! <CHANCER>

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By opie Aug 24, 2005 12:42PM

Rated this tip: 8

Yah, we usually play if you cause the bump, its just as though its a secondary action that you caused. If a third party causes the bump, it counts as just a secondary action and whoever’s turn it is when it happens gets penalized, since it’s random when other people might inadvertantly screw up the game, we consider this fair.

By opie Aug 24, 2005 12:42PM

Rated this tip: 8

By jaminking Aug 16, 2005 11:44AM

Rated this tip: 9

Hi,
Good Sportsmanlike attuide is a must in this game, I tried playing one bloke who got his knickers in a twist when a footfall (not ours) moved a piece. We always play as above, you caused it, my advantage, unless it is by a third factor, when the smallest advantage gains (i.e. you gain 2 points, I gain 1 equals I gain a point, you play.
Jam.

By Furrball Aug 05, 2005 08:38AM

Rated this tip: 10

Player etiquette and good sportsmanlike conduct should demand this.

By Polarity Geek Jun 21, 2005 05:28PM

Rated this tip: 9

I am intrigued by the low rating on this tip. Sure, just 2 people have rated it so far, but I think that the core advice is stellar. While it’s not a strategy tip, it is good advice.

Register Not a member yet? Register Today and join in the great discussions in our Polarity Forums!	Play Tips » Tips Index » Establish house rules to resolve 'soft conflicts' Establish house rules to resolve 'soft conflicts' By: CHANCER While the rulebook is pretty thorough, it does not really explain some of the more ‘grey areas’ of game play. For example, how do you resolve accidents like table bumps, or a sneeze that causes pieces to attach? By setting down some simple house rules before play begins, you’ll save everyone some trouble. I find that the simplest way to resolve a problem is this: "You caused the problem? It’s my turn now. I’ll attempt to capture those points!" As long as all players agree with this approach, its alllll good. HAPPY POLARITY! <CHANCER> Average Rating 7.75 8 ratings submitted Comments By opie Aug 24, 2005 12:42PM Rated this tip: 8 Yah, we usually play if you cause the bump, its just as though its a secondary action that you caused. If a third party causes the bump, it counts as just a secondary action and whoever’s turn it is when it happens gets penalized, since it’s random when other people might inadvertantly screw up the game, we consider this fair. By opie Aug 24, 2005 12:42PM Rated this tip: 8 Yah, we usually play if you cause the bump, its just as though its a secondary action that you caused. If a third party causes the bump, it counts as just a secondary action and whoever’s turn it is when it happens gets penalized, since it’s random when other people might inadvertantly screw up the game, we consider this fair. By jaminking Aug 16, 2005 11:44AM Rated this tip: 9 Hi, Good Sportsmanlike attuide is a must in this game, I tried playing one bloke who got his knickers in a twist when a footfall (not ours) moved a piece. We always play as above, you caused it, my advantage, unless it is by a third factor, when the smallest advantage gains (i.e. you gain 2 points, I gain 1 equals I gain a point, you play. Jam. By Furrball Aug 05, 2005 08:38AM Rated this tip: 10 Player etiquette and good sportsmanlike conduct should demand this. By Polarity Geek Jun 21, 2005 05:28PM Rated this tip: 9 I am intrigued by the low rating on this tip. Sure, just 2 people have rated it so far, but I think that the core advice is stellar. While it’s not a strategy tip, it is good advice.