Because great battles deserve great etiquette.

Whether you're staging a backyard showdown, storming the living room fortress, or engaging in a high-stakes hallway duel, foam dart blasters are all about fun — but that fun comes with a few ground rules. Here are 10 rules every dart warrior should live by:

1. Never Aim at the Face or Eyes

Darts might be soft, but a shot to the face isn’t fun for anyone. Always aim for the body or legs — and make sure everyone is wearing proper eye protection before the game starts. Safety goggles or protective glasses should be a must-have for every player, every time.

2. Call Your Hits (Honor Code!)

If you get hit, own it! This is a game of honor. No one likes a player who keeps dodging the truth — even if they’re good at dodging darts.

3. No Close-Range Blasting

Avoid blasting someone point-blank. Keep a fair distance and give your opponents a chance to duck, dodge, or surrender.

4. Respect the Reload

Don’t attack someone who’s clearly reloading. Give them a second — or better yet, reload together and resume with full firepower.

5. Pick Up Your Darts

Foam darts don’t clean themselves. After the battle, everyone helps gather ammo. It's part of the fun — and makes the next game that much faster to start.

6. Don’t Modify Blasters for Power

This one’s a safety must. Stick to stock blasters. Modding for more power can be dangerous and takes the fun (and fairness) out of the game.

7. Be Cool With Younger Players

If you’re older or more experienced, dial it back a notch. Teach, encourage, and make sure everyone’s having fun — not just you.

8. No Targeting Pets or People Not Playing

If they’re not in the game, they’re off-limits. No exceptions. That includes cats, grandparents, and people just trying to enjoy their coffee.

9. Establish Battle Boundaries

Before the first dart flies, agree on a battle zone. Set clear rules for where you can and can’t go — no sneaking into off-limits areas or hiding behind fragile decor.

10. Have Fun — and Be a Good Sport

High-fives, rematches, and goofy victories are part of the magic. Win with style, lose with grace, and always play like someone’s watching (because they probably are).

Bonus Tip: Display Your Gear with Pride

When the battle’s over, don’t just toss your gear in a bin. Mount it like a pro. Show off your favorite blasters with sleek wall mounts — and be ready for the next round at a moment’s notice.