Penalty and Procedure Guide

This guide serves as a framework for handling rule violations in Bo Jackson Battle Arena during in-person play. Infractions — errors that break game or tournament rules — are categorized into three types:

• Conduct — player behavior
• Gameplay — violations of the game rules
• Tournament — violations of the Tournament Rules and Policy

This document outlines the most common infractions, provides procedures for addressing them, and defines appropriate penalties to maintain fair and consistent rulings.

Sections

• 1. General — addressing infractions, types of penalties, types of procedures
• 2. Conduct Infractions — bribery, cheating, unsporting conduct, etc.
• 3. Gameplay Infractions — game rules violations, hidden card errors, missed triggers, etc.
• 4. Tournament Infractions — decklist errors, slow play, tardiness, etc.
• Appendix A — Infraction Identification Guide
• Appendix B — Penalty Summary