BOT BATTle EVENT

BrickLab360's BOT BATTLE is the first LEGO®-based remote-controlled robotic combat tournament open to anyone age 6-12. That's right, no experience necessary; just show up and pick a bot. Our staff will show you how to operate your walking demolition machine and give you some time to practice before the battle begins... ... then, it's on to victory!
Are you ready? Over 50 drivers will send their bots into battle, but only one will be crowned the first BOT-BATTLE LightWeight Champion Of The World!
Event Details
Regulations
Schedule and Bracket

Details:

WHEN: Next event, to be announced soon.
WHERE: 10070 Imperial Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014 

Please bring a printed receipt from the PayPal transaction to claim your tickets from the will-call desk at the event.Thank you, and see you at Bot Battle!

LightWeight Bot Battle Championship Rules

MATCH DESCRIPTION

There are 2 types of Bot Battle matches: Duel (3-minute one-on-one battle), and Melee (5-minute three- or four-way battle). The bots start each match on the opposite sides of a 3-foot circular ring with a 2-inch high wall. A duel is over either when time runs out, or one of the two bots is K.O.'ed or T.K.O.'ed. A melee is over either when time runs out, or all but one bot are K.O.'ed or T.K.O.'ed. Once the match has started, drivers are not allowed to touch their bots until the match is over, and the referee has given the All-Clear.

WAYS TO WIN

1. Knock-Out, or "K.O.":

A knock-out is scored by knocking the opponent's mini-figure out of its seat, and onto the ring floor. Note: a knock-out is not complete until the opponent's mini-figure touches the ring floor.

2. Technical Knock-Out, or "T.K.O.":

There are multiple ways to score a T.K.O., but they all have to do with disabling the opponent's bot without actually knocking the mini-figure out onto the ring floor.

Some examples of scoring a T.K.O. are:

A) Using your bot to pop up, or "flip" the opponent bot into a position where it cannot walk, or right itself.

B) Using your bot to disconnect the opponent bot's motor cables from the battery pack.

C) Using your bot to push the opponent bot over the wall, and out of the ring (this is very unlikely but can sometimes happen by accident).

D) Using your bot to mechanically disable BOTH of the opponent bot's legs.

3. Points & Judges' Decisions:

If by the end of the match a K.O. or T.K.O. has not been scored, the judges will make a decision based on points awarded for Damage done to each of the bots. If the bots are equally damaged, judges will make a decision based on points awarded for Aggression and Ring Control.

 

Specification Breakdown

HANDLING

How difficult is it to drive the robot? Even though all four of the bots have identical walking mechanisms, they are not all equally easy to drive. Remember that the bots' weapons can seriously affect how they walk. Typically, the bots with the most powerful weapons will be the hardest to drive.

DURABILITY

How hard is it to damage the bot's weapon? Keep in mind that just because a bot's weapon is effective or powerful, doesn't mean it cannot be broken.

POWER

How hard does the bot strike? Pretty simple, right?

SPEED

How often does the bot strike? Just because a bot has a powerful weapon, doesn't always mean it can use it rapidly.

REACH

How long is the bot's weapon? Speed and Power are important, but not if the bot keeps getting hit before it can get itself into striking range.

PERSISTENCE

How easy is it to land repeating strikes with the bot's weapon? Speed definitely helps, but if each hit pushes your opponent's bot out of range, this might make it hard to keep hitting it.

DEFENSE

Sometimes it may be helpful to push your opponent's bot away. This is when the bot's weapon can be used defensively, to get into a better position, or to simply get out of a bad spot.

WEAPON X

Some of the bots may have secondary (secret) weapons. What are they? This one is for you to figure out ;)

Schedule & Bracket Details

11:00am - 11:30am:  Check-In, Driving Practice, Orientation.

11:30am - 12:20pm:  Elimination Duels (ED), Elimination Melees (EM), Second Chance Melees (SM) & Duels (SD).

12:20pm - 12:55pm:  Final Elimination Melees (FM), Semi-Finals (SF), Finals (FIN).

12:55pm - 1:00pm:  Award Ceremony

11:00am - 11:30am:  Check-In, Driving Practice, Orientation.

When you arrive, you will pick up your tickets at the Check-In desk, and go to the practice area. Here you will get a chance to drive each of the 4 bot types (Revolution, Hawaiian Punch, Chain Reaction and Gravity Drop for equal lengths of time. Not too long, but long enough to make your selection. Choose wisely; you will be driving this bot at least until the Semifinals. Once you have picked your bot, head back to the Check-In desk to receive your Driver Badge and Driver Number. After that you can walk around, check out the rings, meet the other drivers, and take a look at the posters on the walls. We think you'll find them very informative...

11:30am - 12:20pm:  Elimination Duels (ED), Elimination Melees (EM),

Second Chance Melees (SM) & Duels (SD).

In the Elimination Duels each bot will face only other bots of the same type (For example, Revolution-type bots will only face other Revolution-type bots). If you win this match, you will move on to Elimination Melees (EM). If not, you will get another go at it in a Second Chance Melee.

In the Elimination Melees 4 bots of the same type will face each other in a battle to see who will move on to the next round - The Final Elimination Melee (FM). One bot will move on. Everyone else is welcome to hang out and enjoy the rest of the show. :)

If you know you can do better on your second try, one of the two Second Chance Melees and Duels are the perfect opportunity to get back into the bracket. Here 4 bots will face off in a last-bot-standing match. The winners of the two Second Chance Melees will face each other in a Second Chance Duel, and the winner of the Second Chance Duel will continue on to the Final Elimination Melee (FM)

12:20pm - 12:55pm:  Final Elimination Melees (FM), Semi-Finals (SF), Finals (FIN).

The Final Elimination Melee is another last-man-standing match, but between just 3 bots. Win here, and you will continue to the Semifinals (SF)!

The Semifinals are the first matches where bots of different types will have to face each other. Before the Semifinals begin, you will have a chance to switch bots. Did you change your mind about your initial bot selection? Maybe it's it not performing quite as you expected? No problem. Switch to another bot, and get ready to face one of the other semifinalists. If you win, you will continue to the FINAL MATCH (FIN)! If not, you will still move on to compete in one more match, for the Bronze Medal (3rd Place).

In the Final Match, 2 bots will face off for one last match of the tournament. If you win here, you are the Bot Battle LightWeight CHAMPION! Congratulations, you get the Gold Medal! If you didn't win... Congratulations, you get the Silver Medal!

12:55pm - 1:00pm:  Award Ceremony

During the Award Ceremony, the winners of the Bronze, Silver and Gold Medals will receive their tournament posters, trophies and LEGO Store gift cards.

Congrats, you did it!

 

Our Party & Workshop themes

LightWeight Bot Battle

Are you ready for battle? Then get ready to meet your favorite lightweight walker bots in the arena! Revolution, Hawaiian Punch, Chain Reaction, And Gravity Drop are all waiting for you with fresh batteries and revving weapons! Single or double elimination tournaments, one-on-one battles, or team attack - however you like to battle, we are here to help you on your way to bot-battle greatness!

SEE UPCOMING WORKSHOP 
This is one of our most-requested themes. the lightweight walker bots are easy to drive, require only one person to operate, and are therefore appropriate for anyone over the age of 6.

MiddleWeight Bot Battle

Our middleweight bots are kind of top-secret for now, but here is a photo of Raptor, a middleweight grapplebot capable of lifting opponents and tossing them out of the ring - Instant K.O!Unlike the lightweight bots, these high-powered bots are capable of flipping each other over, pushing each other out of the ring, and can even break opponents into pieces.

SEE UPCOMING WORKSHOP 
Another very popular theme, the MiddleWeight bots can be operated by a single skilled driver, or a team of Driver and Weapon Operator. This theme is not age-limited, but requires some hand-eye coordination, and is therefore recommended for party-goers over the age of 7.

Star Wars - Mission Alpha

Rebel outpost alpha is under attack, and right as your party is getting started! Bad timing... Or is it..? You have two options: Join the rebels and help them defend the outpost using machinery like the hoth turret, cannon buggies, and battle droids. Or... Cross over to the dark side and lead an army of ATAT's, ATST's, ATTE's and other machines of the empire to capture the rebel outpost.

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We know how seriously your little party people take Star Wars, and we want you to know - we're just as serious about the fun they will have with this theme. Mission alpha can be a fun addition if you plan to make it a part of a whole Star Wars party, or simply a great way to spend time with everyone's favorite way to build - LEGO®! We recommend this theme for ages 7 and up.

Walker Soccer Playoffs

Are you ready for some soccer? If so, dust off your cleats, and stretch all six of your legs for walker soccer! Play as a single player, or partner up to form a two-player team. Develop game strategies, run plays, and score goals! Walker soccer can be played tournament-style, or just for fun! Our soccer-walker bots can also be used to run races, tackle obstacle courses, or play tag!

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Whether you have some serious little soccer fans on your hands, or simply some LEGO© fans, Walker Soccer brings hours of entertainment. The bots are very easy to drive, making this theme perfect for anyone over the age of 6

Motocross

Vroom, vroom! Take one of our BL360 "choppers" for a spin in a series of drag-races, off-road challenges, and ramp jumps! The BL360 all-purpose motorcycle is equipped with extra-large lego motors for extra power and superior handling. Each motorcycle comes with multiple wheel sets and gear packs, so you can select your own custom acceleration, speed and handling configuration for each race. On your mark! Get set! Go!!!

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Our motorcycles will run on smooth floors, carpets, gravel, dirt, and pretty much every other kind of surface found in and around the average home. They can be reconfigured for top speed, acceleration, and handling, and can be driven by anyone over the age of 6.

Bot Bowling

Who wants to go bowling? Everybody? Ok, let's go! Drive your bowling bot into position, aim the ramp, release the ball, and watch the pins fly! We can keep score and play team tournaments, or forget the points and just play until the pins start complaining. :)

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Bot bowling is a great way to have some relaxing fun, punctuated by moments of high-excitement. All that is needed is a 3'x10' area with a smooth floor, and your guests will spend the day laughing and doing what we all do when we bowl - waving our hands to the side as we try to steer the ball through sheer will. The bots drive very slowly and can be driven by anyone over the age of 6.

Pirate Bay

AAAARRGGGHHH! THERE BE LEGO© HEREEEE!! The legend goes that a long time ago, when the stormy waters of San Francisco bay stretched as far south as port Los Gatos, the seas were ruled by pirates... LEGO® Pirates! Race your boat from island to island to find treasure maps and unlock upgrades for your fortress, ship or speedboat.

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If your home has a pool or hot-tub, we highly recommend this unique LEGO® theme party. Pirates of silicon bay turns your back yard into a pirate paradise, complete with islands, floating fortresses and of course plenty of pirate ships. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
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