TA Events have sent in some news to say that Phoenix Rising IV will take place at Copehill Down Village on the 13th/14th June 2009. here’s the poster and link (click the poster to visit their site)
With the Azerbaijan forward echelons moving rapidly across the plateaus of the Nagorno Karabakh Republic, the first layer of the Armenian defensive line is bracing itself for the power and verocity of the approaching wave of armour and the sheer, and brutal firepower that will accompany it.
Azerbaijan reconnaissance units had already been in contact with the Armenian forward elements, and had obliterated their enemy before any vital intelligence could be gathered on where an attempted break-through might take place.
Armoured Azeri elements swiftly bypass the mountanous towns and hamsteads while infantry battalions follow through mopping up the pockets of resistance.
But one town stands in the way between the Azerbaijan war machine and the Lachin Corridor (a mountain pass that connects Armenia with the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic)…the town of Shusha.
Let the battle commence!!!
The return to Copehill Down Village
Phoenix Rising swiftly returns for the next chapter in the ever unfolding saga.
But for this next stage in the series, we are taking the story to the Copehill Down Village in Wiltshire. CDV is the largest FIBUA village in the UK, and after a long 2 year wait, I am proud to tell you that TA Events is ready to bring Airsoft back Copehill.
The venue might be different but the gameplay will not be. Staying put will be the restricted ammo rules, realistic medic rules, simulated UAV sweep’s, HQ’s, Forward Operating Bases, Fast Air and Artillery Fire Support, and much more…..
About Copehill Down Village
Copehill Down Village (CDV) is part of the Urban Operations Wings run by Land Warfare Centre, Warminster and is situated on ATE Salisbury Plain.
Copehill Down Village is the principal FIBUA training facility in the UK. It is designed to enable collective training for combined arms groupings at battle group level and below.
CDV Features
- Six streets
- 80+ Buildings
- Over 2000 rooms
- Basements
- Firing ports
- Grenade sumps
- Mouseholes inside and out
- Burnt out cars
- Armoured vehicles
- Pill boxes
- Trenches
This site has everything an airsofter could possibly hope for. Very rarely will you have a chance to play airsoft on THE largest FIBUA training facility in Europe!!!
What is Phoenix Rising
Phoenix Rising is the new series of events created by TA Events, which simulates the end of the Nagorna-Karabakh cease-fire between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and the renewed fighting between these two neighbouring states.
The Phoenix Rising events, like the Town Assault events that preceeded the current series are Military Simulation Airsoft events that mainly take place on British Army training facilities.
These events focus on using rules to realistically simulate a battle environment during an intense 24 hour engagement. Strict camo rules are used to aid distinguising between friend and foe. Ammo restrictions are used to simulate the limited quantity of ammunition soldiers take in to battle. Strong unit communications are encouraged with the use of 4 watt radio’s.
All of this comes together to create a weekend event of furious and intense action where players are totally immersed within a simulated battle environment.
But what about the Event?
If you took part in the Town Assault 1 and Town Assault 2 events or the recent PR3 event then you will have a pretty good idea of how this event is going to be played out.
- Both forces operating from fixed command HQ’s.
- New ammo restriction rules.
- New medic rules.
- More focus on team work than ever before.
We are going to be packing it in for this weekend, we have the big bangs, the vehicles, the emphasis on medics, the Battle Command system, and every other great gaming experience you have seen during TA Events games.
How to book a place for the event
Tickets will be available no later than Saturday 9th May 2009
Full details about booking information can be found on the booking page.
Bookings can be made for individuals or as a group booking.
A £55 non-refundable deposit will be required WITHIN 7 days of making your booking.
The balance of £30 will be required in cash at the event.
What the players thought of previous Phoenix Rising events:
"My team and I thought that was absolutely brilliant…"
"…superb event once again…"
"…absolutley awesome weekend!"
"Have not had this much airsoft fun since 2 years ago."
"On behalf of the Irish platoon that made the trip over, I would like to express my huge thanks to TA Events and staff and all the players for making this an amazing trip."
"The best PR yet! Don’t have anything but praise for the organisers."
"…an epic event."
"Thanks a lot for this superb weekend; we will see you all soon on the next PR game!"
Phoenix Rising Forum
If you have any questions about Phoenix Rising III then feel free to use the Phoenix Rising IV sub-forum.
Although guests can freely use the forum, only registered members can submit posts.
Questions & Answers
The most common and popular player questions will be placed within the Community page on the website. This hopefully will save you time looking for the answer within the forum.
If you have a question for the Q&A section then shoot it off to us by sending it to info@ta-events.co.uk.
Retailer – Airsoft Skirmish
Airsoft Skirmish will be on site for all your retailing needs sellings BB’s, Gas and other Airsofting accesseries.
To place orders in advance of the event contact Airsoft Skirmish by:
Email: sales@airsoftskirmish.co.uk
Or phone them direct on 0776 4587410.
Or you can order online through their website at http://www.airsoftskirmish.co.uk.
Entering the UK with Airsoft weapons
The Violent Crime Reduction Bill was implemented in the UK during October 2007. There does seem to be some confusion on how this might effect non-UK airsofters entering the country with their Airsoft weapons.
From my understanding, the VCR Bill is designed to stop the importing of Airsoft weapons, and not to stop non-UK players coming in to the country with their Airsoft weapons.
Of course every airline has their own policy on the transportation of weapons and fire-arms. I would suggest your consult with you airline to find out what rules and regulations they have on transporting such items.
All non-UK booked players will also recieve a letter of invitation to the event which could be presented to British Customs when entering the UK to prove that you are attending a legitimate Airsoft event during your stay in the UK.
Event Photography
A event photographer will be snapping away during the event and hardcopies of the photo’s can be made during the weekend.
All profits made from the photography will be going to the Bamako Bampots fund raising appeal.
