A Nerf war is an activity involving Nerf Blasters or other foam-blasting toys. Since foam-firing blasters are relatively safe and cheap, Nerf wars can include participants and battlefields otherwise unsuitable for airsoft and paintball, such as children.

A group of adults partaking in a Nerf War

Background

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A Nerf war is usually played by young children with connection to schooling.[1][better source needed] The activity is used for entertainment.[2]

Nerf Internet community (NIC) wars

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Many wars across the United States are organized and promoted through the forums of enthusiast sites. The members of these forums are collectively known as the Nerf Internet Community (NIC).[3]

The NIC holds large annual wars on both the East coast and West Coast of the United States and certain locations even have bi-annual or monthly wars. All around Australia there are wars as well, and a yearly event called Reign of Foam. Some colleges and youth groups have active clubs and associations that host Nerf wars regularly.[4]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Organized Play - Slide Show - NYTimes.com". archive.nytimes.com. Retrieved 2023-05-29.
  2. ^ Scribbler (2010-10-17). "IndieCade 2010: The Sundance of Indie Games comes back with style". Indie Game Reviewer - The Best Indie Games. Retrieved 2023-05-29.
  3. ^ "Nerf War Zone | Opelika, AL". www.opelika-al.gov. Retrieved 2023-05-29.
  4. ^ "Nerf Wars | Gilbert, Arizona". www.gilbertaz.gov. Retrieved 2023-05-29.

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