Life in the battlefield is tough. Soldiers lead a life of chaos and instability, literally and figuratively. Their primary mission is to protect territories and maintain order, even at the expense of their own lives. Indeed, they are heroes. I never wanted to be a soldier, just because I don't think I'm fit to be one and can handle the stress. Good thing there's airsoft, the game that unleashes the soldier in each one of us. Read about my first airsoft experience and get valuable airsoft information after the jump...
Airsoft is defined by Wikipedia as "a game in which participants eliminate opponents by hitting each other with spherical non-metallic pellets fired from a compressed-air gun (or airsoft gun) powered by gas, manual spring-load, or electrically powered gearbox." It was said that the game originated in Japan in the 1970s. It was later became a hobby in North America and now, in many countries including the Philippines.
Objectives are set in each game that lasts for 15 minutes or more. A game can vary depending on budget, location and the number of participants. Scenarios for the game are agreed upon. They could be short-term skirmishes, organized scenarios, military simulations or even historical reenactments.
Did you know that airsoft guns are replica of real guns? They're quite heavy, too. I changed guns twice because my hands had a hard time carrying them. I even carried a sniper's gun once. It was long and I found it hard to move. The good thing about that gun though was that it made shooting my opponents easier. Lol.
I had my first shot at the game with my beau and his officemates. We were around 20. The venue was Airsoft ONE Marikorea, a stone's throw away from SM City Marikina. It's located just beside the banks of Marikina River.
(Tip: Ask the SM Marikina guards for directions. Most of them are familiar with the place, which is actually at the back of SM City Marikina.) The place is spacious. Parking area is never a problem. There are also running water and electricity for your charging needs.
Safety and honesty are top priorities in the game. A participant should wear proper mask and gears for protection. Being a soldier, even for some minutes, was really tough. When we got ready for the game, I was nervous. I was still clueless as to how I would play even after we were given a short briefing by the airsoft facilitator. I only kept in mind how to use the airsoft gun properly, which I think served me well.
I thought the battle ground where we played was a dangerous place. The scorching sun made it worse. It scared the hell out of me. I was sweating even before the game started. Several minutes passed and we were all ready. The facilitator, speaking on a megaphone, instructed us to assume our position. We were divided into two teams: the defense and the assault. We played ala counter strike. A marshall was assigned for each team.
Mask down. Game starts now. In just a bat of the eyelash, pellets started to flood the air. We were literally trying to shoot at each other. Once hit, the participants should shout "hit" and quietly leave the battlefield (still with the mask on). I would always get hit in the middle of the game and would exit graciously.
There are 10-minute breaks in between games. Participants are advised to take some rest and rehydrate themselves with water/fluids. One can even eat snacks. Stores are located just outside the gamesite. They serve rice meals, sandwiches, hotdogs, soft drinks and some street food to fill the stomachs of hungry participants.
We went there one Saturday last month. It was Edwin's officemate who made the reservation with the airsoft facilitators a few days before the game. Games started past 1:00 p.m and ended just before dusk. Edwin and I had a chocolate workshop to catch in the QC area so we left earlier than the rest.
Was airsoft fun? Yes.
Was it exhausting? Yes. I was sweating all the time.
Was it scary? A bit, yes. Because it was my first time.
Airsoft teaches you to defend yourself in tough situations. But more importantly, it promotes discipline and teamwork. In fact, the facilitator promotes the game as a form of team building for organizations. How cool is that?
My first airsoft experience was fun and memorable. It taught me a lot of things. Somehow, it motivated me to be strong, smart and capable at all times. My P600* was well-spent. If you're into tough games, try airsoft and you'll get satisfied.
*playing fee (gun and gears included), P100 only for those with guns and gears
Gamesite Rules:
1. 450 FPS max muzzle velocity @.2
2. Register first before entering the site proper.
3. Game fee is P100 (pay first before play).
4. No Mask/Goggles, No Play.
5. No littering.
6. No trash talking.
7. No Hit-Calling among players.
8. No Test Firing while games are ongoing, a designated test firing range will be assigned.
9. A three-second burst will be strictly implemented (we're playing to have fun not to hurt someone). Single shots are highly recommended for distances below 10 meters.
10. Marshall's call is final.
Airsoft ONE Marikorea
Fun Pamilya Riverbank Center Gamesite
Riverbanks, Marikina City
Contact Persons:
Bubblemaster 0920-9105001, 0929-8940181
AlphaQ- 0917-9854586
Barney- 0917-9521796
Airsoft is defined by Wikipedia as "a game in which participants eliminate opponents by hitting each other with spherical non-metallic pellets fired from a compressed-air gun (or airsoft gun) powered by gas, manual spring-load, or electrically powered gearbox." It was said that the game originated in Japan in the 1970s. It was later became a hobby in North America and now, in many countries including the Philippines.
Objectives are set in each game that lasts for 15 minutes or more. A game can vary depending on budget, location and the number of participants. Scenarios for the game are agreed upon. They could be short-term skirmishes, organized scenarios, military simulations or even historical reenactments.
Did you know that airsoft guns are replica of real guns? They're quite heavy, too. I changed guns twice because my hands had a hard time carrying them. I even carried a sniper's gun once. It was long and I found it hard to move. The good thing about that gun though was that it made shooting my opponents easier. Lol.
I had my first shot at the game with my beau and his officemates. We were around 20. The venue was Airsoft ONE Marikorea, a stone's throw away from SM City Marikina. It's located just beside the banks of Marikina River.
(Tip: Ask the SM Marikina guards for directions. Most of them are familiar with the place, which is actually at the back of SM City Marikina.) The place is spacious. Parking area is never a problem. There are also running water and electricity for your charging needs.
Safety and honesty are top priorities in the game. A participant should wear proper mask and gears for protection. Being a soldier, even for some minutes, was really tough. When we got ready for the game, I was nervous. I was still clueless as to how I would play even after we were given a short briefing by the airsoft facilitator. I only kept in mind how to use the airsoft gun properly, which I think served me well.
I thought the battle ground where we played was a dangerous place. The scorching sun made it worse. It scared the hell out of me. I was sweating even before the game started. Several minutes passed and we were all ready. The facilitator, speaking on a megaphone, instructed us to assume our position. We were divided into two teams: the defense and the assault. We played ala counter strike. A marshall was assigned for each team.
Mask down. Game starts now. In just a bat of the eyelash, pellets started to flood the air. We were literally trying to shoot at each other. Once hit, the participants should shout "hit" and quietly leave the battlefield (still with the mask on). I would always get hit in the middle of the game and would exit graciously.
There are 10-minute breaks in between games. Participants are advised to take some rest and rehydrate themselves with water/fluids. One can even eat snacks. Stores are located just outside the gamesite. They serve rice meals, sandwiches, hotdogs, soft drinks and some street food to fill the stomachs of hungry participants.
We went there one Saturday last month. It was Edwin's officemate who made the reservation with the airsoft facilitators a few days before the game. Games started past 1:00 p.m and ended just before dusk. Edwin and I had a chocolate workshop to catch in the QC area so we left earlier than the rest.
Was airsoft fun? Yes.
Was it exhausting? Yes. I was sweating all the time.
Was it scary? A bit, yes. Because it was my first time.
Airsoft teaches you to defend yourself in tough situations. But more importantly, it promotes discipline and teamwork. In fact, the facilitator promotes the game as a form of team building for organizations. How cool is that?
My first airsoft experience was fun and memorable. It taught me a lot of things. Somehow, it motivated me to be strong, smart and capable at all times. My P600* was well-spent. If you're into tough games, try airsoft and you'll get satisfied.
*playing fee (gun and gears included), P100 only for those with guns and gears
Gamesite Rules:
1. 450 FPS max muzzle velocity @.2
2. Register first before entering the site proper.
3. Game fee is P100 (pay first before play).
4. No Mask/Goggles, No Play.
5. No littering.
6. No trash talking.
7. No Hit-Calling among players.
8. No Test Firing while games are ongoing, a designated test firing range will be assigned.
9. A three-second burst will be strictly implemented (we're playing to have fun not to hurt someone). Single shots are highly recommended for distances below 10 meters.
10. Marshall's call is final.
Airsoft ONE Marikorea
Fun Pamilya Riverbank Center Gamesite
Riverbanks, Marikina City
Contact Persons:
Bubblemaster 0920-9105001, 0929-8940181
AlphaQ- 0917-9854586
Barney- 0917-9521796
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