It's all systems go for us for the first World Airsoft Tournament and Asia's International Airsoft Gathering.Rapier 01: World Airsoft Challenge and the Kami Wars: Conflict Begins ­have been given permission to start preparations for two of the biggest airsoft events this year. The events shall be held at t­he Clark Freeport Zone in the Philippines from the 27th until the 30th of November 2009 in cooperation with the Philippine's Department of Tourism and Clark Development Corporation.

There is high anticipation for these events in the Philippines since it will be the first time for the country to hold international events for airsoft ever since Airsoft has been given legal credence through the IRR issued by the Philippine National Police. Now, it's time for them to show what the country has in store for players from around the world.

RAPIER 01: WORLD AIRSOFT CHALLENGE

There are already initial countries with teams, such as those from the United Kingdom, United States, and the Philippines already preparing for the first World Airsoft Tournament. These teams have gone through a selection process through the Thunderstrike (UK), Enduro Challenge US, and Ratratan (PH). Other tournament organisers and teams from around the world are also invited to send their representatives which are limited to three (3) teams from each country.

The challenges for these teams are combination of force-on-force and combat missions for two days. Only one team shall emerge the world champion.

We are expecting teams from South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Japan. Countries from Europe and South East Asia will also be sending their own teams too.

KAMI WARS: CONFLICT BEGINS

With a compelling story based on myths and actual historical events, Kami Wars: Conflict Begins is an international milsim event that will happen for the first time in Asia. The event shall be hold at multiple places with the Clark Free Port Zone being the focal point. Over 1,000 players are expected to participate in this event.

Airsoft players from around the world are invited to participate in this event. Rapier 01 Teams are also participating in this event.

PHILIPPINES: A PERFECT HOST

The Philippines has a very competitive airsoft community with airsoft tournaments and events happening all over the archipelago. Coupled with the "Fiesta" mentality of Filipinos, airsoft events have always been lively and colourful.

Raffle prizes, an all night party, and lots of activities await players of all sizes and loadouts.

WHERE TO GET INFORMATION

All interested individuals, teams, companies, and organisations can point their browsers to http://events.popularairsoft.com to update themselves on information with regards to these two events. FAQs, travel guidance, and forum has now been put into place at the website.

You need to register first in order to book yourself a slot for the Kami Wars and  participate in the discussions in the forums. If you need to ask some questions, just send us an email at [email protected].

See you in the Philippines in November!