Build Fight Fun! Bot Brouhaha

Event Description

Build Fight Fun! Bot Brouhaha at Infinity Con Tallahassee

Build Fight Fun is excited to hold our first combat robot event at the annual Infinity Con on June 4th and 5th in Tallahassee Florida! This event is open to all builders of any experience level!

About InfinityCon Tallahassee

Infinity Con is a one-of-a-kind pop culture convention that brings together artists, enthusiasts, and creators of comic books, video & tabletop gaming, anime, sci-fi and more. In addition to over 100 vendors, artists, and exhibitors, we're expanding to include specialized areas concentrating on anime, gaming, cosplay, and kids. The gaming area, dubbed "Gameaggedon" will feature freeplay console games, pinball and arcade games, table top games, and VR games. Don't miss the action-packed, arena-sized Super Smash Brothers tournament happening all weekend in the arena, or the ever-popular Cosplay Contest on Saturday. Join us in Tallahassee in June for other exciting family-friendly events and entertainment throughout the weekend. 

Tournament Info

• Weight Classes:
  • Fairy (limit 20 with waitlist)
  • Ant (limit 30 with waitlist
  • Beetle (limit 20 with waitlist)
• Each bot per class must have a dedicated driver, you cannot enter two bots in the same class with the same driver.
• Pre-Event email will have any more specific instructions.
• Arena Size and Construction
  • 8ft x 8ft Square Arena
  • Clear Double 1/4" Polycarbonate Walls
  • Plywood floor

Event and Prize Pool is Sponsored By Build Fight Fun!

Combat Robotics for Everyone!

Prize Pool over $2,500*

• Fairy Weight (150g)
  • Finals Winner - $200
  • Finals Runner Up - $100
• Ant Weight (1lb)
  • Finals Winner - $500
  • Finals Runner Up - $250
• Beetle Weight (3lb)
  • Finals Winner - $800
  • Finals Runner Up - $400
• Best Sport - $100
• Most Creative - $100
• Most Damaged - $100
• Each Cash Prize also includes a custom trophy

* Prize Pool total will be reduced if we do not meet minimum bot registration, minimum 30 bots to unlock max prize purse. Max prize for each weight class will be announced at noon on the first day.

Bot Photos

We ask each competitor to upload a render or ideally an actual photo of your robot to the event website. We also ask that after passing safety you allow us to take a photo of your bot at our photo booth. Robots registered with no render or photo may be bumped for those who have one.

Rules

• We’ll be following the SPARC ruleset with the following points of emphasis:
• No fire weapons
• No entanglements
• Robots with active weapons must only be activated inside an arena! (This is rule #1! You will be disqualified immediately and receive NO refund of fees if you break this rule!)
• Robots with active weapons must only be activated inside an arena! (This is rule #1! You will be disqualified immediately and receive NO refund of fees if you break this rule!)
• All Lipo batteries must be in a LiPo bag while charging. -- Bring your own power strips.
• Tapouts are allowed
• Exposed batteries are automatic forfeits (tap out)
• One unstick per fight (if you become unintentionally stuck)
• Match length: TBD day of event, will be either 2 or 3 minutes depending fight volume
• Robots may be disqualified at any time at the event organizer’s discretion.
• Most Important Rule - **HAVE FUN**

VENUE TICKETS FOR BUILDERS AND SPECTATORS

In order to attend InfinityCON, you are REQUIRED to buy a pass from the convention's website. Be mindful that this is a 2-day tournament if you are planning to compete.

You can buy your pass here: https://www.infinitycon.com/tally/tickets

While convention passes will be available day-of the event, tournament registration ends on Wed , June 1st at 11:59PM EDT.

We have secured a 10% discount for all builders and their friends and family. Use code BuildFightFun10 at checkout

Keep in mind that tickets are non-refundable, as described on the convention's website linked above.

VOLUNTEERS WELCOME! We're happy to have any available volunteers help with the event. If you have family/friends coming that aren't fond of sitting in the pits all day playing games on their phone we can always use help.  Pit Runners, Judges, Safety, and possibly announcers.

Want a free ticket to the event and have at least 4 hours to volunteer?

Each 4 hour shift earns a day pass, volunteers for the morning shift and spends the afternoon enjoying the rest of the event. Work the evening shift on Saturday and spend Sunday enjoying the event.

Sorry but you cannot volunteer Saturday or Sunday afternoon and have access to the event that morning.

Volunteers also get a free Build Fight Fun! shirt  

VOLUNTEER POSITIONS 

• Builder Attendant (Pit Runners) (need 1 per 3 hour shift, 6 for tournement)
  • help keep the builder pit area clean and clutter free. You may also help communicating between arena control and builders about schedule of fights and delays
  • anyone 12+ can do this job and it is a great way to help your fellow builders and friends
• Arena Attendant (need 1 per 3 hour shift, 6 for tournement)
  • Usher builders in and out of the arena with their robot
  • Keep the arena floor and surrounding area clean and clutter free and ready for next fight
  • anyone 12+ can do this job and it is a great way to help your fellow builders and friends
• Judge (1-3 per day)
  • We need at least one judge, ideally 3. No experience needed but you will be briefed on basic judging criteria and expected to do your best 🙂 You cannot have a friend or family member competition.
  • anyone 10+ can do this job and it is a great way to help your fellow builders and friends
• Announcer (1 per day)
  • Experience or enthusiasm required!
• Safety (1 per day)
  • Must be a former builder or competitor and understand the rules for what is allowed and not allowed for this specific fight event. Robots must be weighed before event and pass inspection.
• Stream Assistant / Associate Producer (1 per day)
  • Knowledge required but no experience needed. You will help run the video switcher (pushing buttons) and make sure the event stream is running on Twitch, Facebook, and YouTube. 4 Hour Shifts.
  • anyone 12+ can do this job and it is a great way to help your fellow builders and friends
• Audio Visual Assistant (1 on Friday the day before, and 1 after event to teardown)
  • help the day before to set up and test the streaming and recording equipment. This is a 6-8 hour shift for the Friday before the event and will earn a free t-shirt and full day pass for Saturday or Sunday.
  • anyone 12+ can do this job and it is a great way to help your fellow builders and friends

We appreciate any help you can provide. Please use this link to apply for a volunteer position.

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