Rule R206

R206 *Dont damage GAME PIECES. Robot elements likely to come in contact with a GAME PIECE shall not pose a significant hazard to the GAME PIECE.

GAME PIECES are expected to undergo a reasonable amount of wear and tear as they are handled by ROBOTS, such as scratching or marking. Gouging, tearing off pieces, or routinely marking GAME PIECES are violations of this rule.

Similar Rules

Rule G206

G206 *Dont tip or entangle. A robot may not deliberately, as perceived by a referee, attach to, tip, or entangle with an opponent robot.

Rule R202

R202 *No exposed sharp edges. Protrusions from the Robot and exposed surfaces on the Robot shall not pose hazards to the Arena elements (including GAME PIECES) or people.

Rule R205

R205 *Dont contaminate the Field. Lubricants may be used only to reduce friction within the Robot. Lubricants must not contaminate the Field or other Robots.

Rule R203

R203 *General safety. Robot parts shall not be made from hazardous materials, be unsafe, cause an unsafe condition, or interfere with the operation of other Robots.