*BB, FF.com, Tudor/Superior/Miggle (Fab5) Deluxe era, including original Big Men figures are allowed. All figures must meet specs as described within the rules.
*Custom Figures are allowed.
Must be configured from figures mentioned in the list above. ALL figures may be bent, cut and/or reattached. ALL figures can be altered and DO NOT have to have the same appendages, torsos, legs, etc., that are on it from the factory (part swapping is allowed). NO BODY PARTS ARE ALLOWED ABOVE THE TOP OF THE HELMET. Hand(s) MAY now be BELOW the highest knee. Arms forward figure rule still applies as in the past (can not play skills positions). Figure appendages must also be in reasonable proportion with the body as well as the torso and head. Figures must also resemble a football player�s normal stance and actions that make sense as to playing the game of football. This basically means that no liberties may be taken to assemble a figure that�s in a non-football specific pose simply to gain a tactical advantage. Specific examples would be a figure with both arms moved rearward in an attempt to avoid being hooked. Since all coaches are expected to use the allowable figures to construct their custom figures, great care will also be taken to examine all figures to assure no other materials were used for their construction. These materials do not include glue, sealer, seam fillers, etc., as each are a common process of custom figure building.
*Miggle Repro, Tudor Original Big Men & FF.com figures will be allowed. However, EXTREME caution should be used in their selection. Some poses come in at or just under the maximum allowable figure weight (2.0 grams) unpainted and out of the bag. If these figures are used, they MUST make weight (2.0) grams fully detailed or they will NOT pass equipment inspection. This rule applies to all allowable figures and this notice is to serve as a caution that these particular figures are sometimes known to exceed maximum allowable weight limits, before and/or after detailing. Please use caution if using these figures, as they are heavy. Some are too heavy to pass inspection. No whining if they do not make weight!
**Recommendation: Either cut the standard platform off and reattach to a lighter platform and/or cut out the center of the platform so that the feet are still somewhat attached.
*Accessories may be added so long as the figure meets size and weight restrictions, and the accessories do not interfere with game play.
*Tape (one or two-sided, non-metallic) may be applied to the underside of your figure's stand to help secure it to the base. The tape may not extend beyond the figure's platform. The tape must be applied so it does not give the figure a "jacked" or "leaner" appearance when placed on its base, keeping in mind the weight and height restrictions of the figures. Adhesive pads DO NOT qualify as tape and WILL NOT be allowed. NO GLUE ALLOWED.
*Figures for the Offensive unit must be wearing Dark Jerseys[/u].
*Figures for the Defensive unit must be wearing Light Jerseys.
*Total Figures: Minimum Total - 22 (11 Dark, 11 Light); Maximum Total - 36 (no more than 25 in either light or dark).
*Numbering System: Offensive figures must follow the standard numbering system.
OFFENSE: OL 50-79, 90-99, (00 at Center only). QB, RB, WR, TE: 00, 0-49, 80-89.
DEFENSE: No Restrictions.
*All figures except TTQBs must be numbered on the front and back of their jerseys. Each figure must have a unique and different number from all others on a given team and the number on front and back of a given figure must be the same number. Be sure to prepare your offensive and defensive units according to the above specs!
*Arms Forward Figures - Arms forward figures are figures that have any portion of both arms that extend to the front edge of their stand or beyond. These figures are legal for play but may not be used at any skills positions on Offense (QB, RB, WR, TE, KR), but are allowed anywhere on Defense. A figure with more than one appendage extending to or beyond a side or rear edge of their stand will be treated as an Arms Forward figure.
*Blocker Figures - Blocker figures are figures that have both arms folded at the elbows with the forearms and hands connected to the upper arms. Also known as the FAB5 "Guard" figure. These figures are legal for play but may not be used in the backfield or as Wide Receivers, but are allowed to play at Tight End if properly numbered, and can play anywhere on Defense. If used at TE, that player's base must be LESS THAN a base width apart from the closest Offensive Lineman; may not be stacked or in the shade of another team mate, and must be set and remain ON the LOS before and after any audibles.
*Maximum Weight - 2.0 grams fully dressed. *Maximum Height - 38mm or 1.5".
*Maximum Length - 33mm. *Maximum Width - 29mm.
BASES
*Buzzball, Tudor/Superior/Miggle bases, I T Z dials and Tornado Alley F5s are allowed. The ONLY exception to specific base types that will NOT be allowed are Miggle's Generation I ProLine shells of any kind. Generation II ProLines ARE allowed and unrestricted to their use. Also, I T Z dials ARE allowed, with specific restrictions: ANYWHERE on Defense, and ONLY the QB and 5 OL may be "dressed" with these dials. They ARE NOT allowed on the Offensive skill positions.
Each coach is allowed 1 Base Per Figure + 4 Extra Bases For Figures + 1 Appropriate Base Per TTQB. Tudor/Superior/Miggle Deluxe era and Buzzball bases are allowed. This Does NOT Include Brown TTC Bases & Dials, as they were made by the Playtime company and are ILLEGAL. Legal bases from the above manufacturers include Single Clip Rookie Bases, Double Clip Rookie Bases, TTC Bases with Dials, and Red Peg TTC Bases.
BASE TWEAKING
*Prongs - Base prongs may be pulled, stretched, curled, clipped, or otherwise physically manipulated, keeping in mind it must meet the overall stated base height specifications. No portion of any prong or prongs may extend beyond the outer shell rim with or without a figure on top of it. No part of a base that is not a prong can be made into a prong or made to act as a prong through any process of alteration. Such a part or parts may be removed but not manipulated unless it can retain its factory shape.
EXCEPTION: A base may have 2 or more sets of prongs removed (immobile base). This eliminates its ability to "push" another player into the LOS (see push rule). In such cases, as with a Multi-Directional base, the dial tab may/will make contact with the board, acting as a prong. Under these conditions the dial tab may be tweaked like any other prong. This Is Legal. Aside from this, prongs may be removed but not added.
*Base prong configurations may vary from one sanctioned manufacturer to another.
*Dials and prong bars from one era or manufacturer to another may be switched provided no alterations to the base shell is required, they are firmly held into place, and they meet specs.
*Shells - Base shells must be free of sprue remains or slag (flashing) and must be free of any recesses or protrusions. Base shells may not be otherwise altered.
NOTE: No chemical alterations are allowed to any base. No weight may be added to any base except the figure placed on it.
Base shells may be marked between its rear corners on the outside of the shell for identification purposes. Use magic marker, a small amount of paint, or decals, etc., for this. No excesses and no plates allowed. One piece of tape may be added to the leading edge of a TTQB passer's base shell to help assure that the passer does not move from its position during a pass attempt (aka, the electric slide).
*Maximum Base Height - 10mm all bases.
*Maximum Base Weight - Rookie (all) - 0.8 grams, TTC w/Dial - 1.2 grams, Red Peg TTC - 0.9 grams.
PLAYERS
A player consists of a fully detailed figure on its base with or without appropriate tape affixed on the underside of its platform and legally mounted on a base. This assures that the figure can be removed from its base easily for inspection. A figure's platform must be evenly distributed across the base's platform. Any remaining portion of the figure's platform that extends past the base's platform is considered to be part of that player's base and cannot prevent a tackle from being made. Such portions of that figure's platform should be trimmed to fit within the confines of the base's platform area.
TEAMS
Each team entered may have up to 36 players plus up to five (5) TTQBs. TTQBs do not need to be painted or have numbers. Those that are numbered can be in duplicate with respect to one another or any of the other 36 players. TTQBs, and ONLY TTQBs, are allowed to be glued to their bases.
*TTQBs are not allowed to play any on-field position with other players except to kick FGs. If used to pass, they will be subbed in at the spot of the on-field QB to pass, then replaced with the original on-field QB. If an onside kick occurs, they will be used to kick, then replaced by a legal player designated during setup.
*TTQB MODIFICATIONS: No springs, cups, or devices can be added to the TTQB figure. Kicking leg may be removed for passing. Notches are allowed in the throwing hand and/or arm to aid for gripping, ball positioning, etc. Forward arm may be bent but not removed. Rear tab can be present and can be bent as desired, or removed. QB figure may be bent in any manner so long as the head does not extend past any portion of the base shell's top deck area. Arms can be bent in a desired position. If you want to do something not described here please get permission and clarification in advance.
PASSING EQUIPMENT & GAME BALLS
*Pass Simulation Equipment
The MFU will provide all Pass Simulation equipment for this event.
*Passing Footballs
1. All SIW stock footballs are allowed.
2. All Tudor/Superior/Miggle stock foam and felt footballs are allowed, with one exception, the new Miggle two-toned, brown and tan �ice cream sandwich.�
3. EFDW and other like-sized footballs ARE NOT allowed!
If you are not sure, ask before using. Coaches are permitted to mark footballs with ink, marker, or paint for tracking and identification purposes. No other enhancement of the football is permitted i.e. starching, completely painted or entirely dipped in glue, etc.
OTHER EQUIPMENT
*Other Equipment Allowed in a Team Box: Down Markers, 10 yard Markers (vintage 620 size only), On-field Refs (for use during pivots).
*Other Equipment Not In Team Box: A coach may elect to bring along a vintage Model 620 size board but should not have it in the gaming area unless requested by an event official.
*Custom goal posts may also be considered for use during this event. If you would like yours to be considered, please show it to an event official for approval before the event begins.
*Personal boards and goal posts, which are selected for tournament use, can be kept at the check in area when not in use, if requested by the owner.