Operation Blood Money is a scenario game at Southwest Paintball where the missions are based upon the current drug cartel war that is taking place in Mexico in cities such as Acapulco and Nuevo Laredo.

The famed international resort city of Acapulco, on the Pacific coast of southern Mexico has become a battleground in the past few months as rival drug cartels and gangs wage a turf war over the control of the illegal drug trade and smuggling routes into the United States for South American Cocaine.

The two most powerful cartels in the area are the Sinaloa and Gulf Cartels.

The leader of the Sinaloa cartel is an assassin named Joaquin “El Chapoâ€￾ Guzman.  He runs a group of hit men known as “Los Pelonesâ€￾

The leader of the Gulf Cartel Osiel Cardenas, who is currently jailed, has a group of military trained assassins know as “Los Zetasâ€￾.  The Zetas original members had been Special Forces Airborne Soldiers.  The existing members had received training from the original mercenaries.

In January of 2006, a furious gun battle occurred in the outskirts of Acapulco known as La Garita, between 60 police officers and members of the Sinaloa cartel.  Since then police, military, and members of the Special Anti Drug Operations unit have been deployed to Acapulco to stem the violence.

Our story begins here…

During the first game of Operation Blood Money, participants will be divided into three different organizations.  Here are the uniform requirements for each team:

Woodland/Green – Fuerzas Armadas de Mexico -Mexican Military
Civilian Clothing – Sinaloa Cartels
Desert/Tan – Federal Special Anti Drug Operations
 
Remember all players need SEALED EYE PROTECTION - no exceptions will be made.

We are still in need of volunteers to play non-combatant roles.  These role players will play as civilians, VIPs, politicians, business owners and informants throughout the games.  Admission to volunteer role players is free!

Our Airsoft SWAP meet returns August 6.  Remember to bring any old gear or guns you may want to sell. The Marauders will sell your gear for you while you play.  

About Southwest Paintball
This is a great location for airsoft as it has seven fields featuring an old town, a castle, ship, and a giant field with towers and trenches. Minors are welcome to play at Southwest with a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.  Take the opportunity to visit SoftAir Depot and get more information about the game.  There is a field fee of only $20 per player.  Visit www.southwestpaintball.com for directions and pictures of the field.

There is a carpool ($5) available for the game on August 6.  The carpool will leave from SoftAir Depot at 7:00 am and return at 4:30 PM.  You must make a reservation by email or by calling and leaving a message at (602) 283-4184.

July 16 Operation Iraqi Freedom at Southwest Paintball (9 am– 2 pm)

The final game in the four part series of missions at Southwest Paintball will be played on Sunday, July 16.  This is the last chance to join the US and Iraqi forces (desert camouflage) in combat against Insurgents (woodland and civilian clothing) in a game that spans all of the combat fields.

Players must bring sealed protective eye wear. Full masks are available with admission.

There will NOT be an airsoft swap meet at the game on July 16th.

About Southwest Paintball
This is a great location for airsoft as it has seven fields featuring an old town, a castle, ship, and a giant field with towers and trenches. Minors are welcome to play at Southwest with a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Take the opportunity to visit SoftAir Depot and get more information about the game. There is a field fee of only $20 per player. Visit www.southwestpaintball.com for directions and pictures of the field

There is NOT a carpool available for the game on July 16.

July 1 (9am – 1 pm) SWAT 1 – Close Quarter Combat Skills $40

Airsoft players can improve their tactical skills for urban environments through this 4 hour class.  The program focuses on introducing new and experienced players to the excitement of room clearing.  Students will participate in:

Airsoft weapon safety
Marksmanship (pistols & AEG's)
Individual movement tactics
Team formation and movement
Room clearing
Tactical scenarios

This is a great program for new players as all equipment is provided during the training program. Please note that this is not a game.

Training is conducted at the a private facility near 23rd Avenue and Northern in Phoenix, AZ

Send a pm for more information or email marauderstraining@yahoo.com
 
There are only 8 spaces available for the training.