September 18th 2021
September 18th is the 5th event in the NHRL 2021 season. We will be fighting all weight classes. Spectators are allowed and welcome! All-day passes to watch the fights are $10.00 We will be handing out a total of 3 Golden Dumpsters and $4,200 dollars in cash prizes! Registration is free as always! We are expecting a large competitor field with over 100 robots present at the event!
The staff at NHRL are constantly monitoring all state and federal guidelines regarding COVID-19, and will update this page if any special precautions are required. See "COVID Regulations" below for more information.
Spectating
Spectators are allowed! We plan to open our doors for spectators at 10:00 a.m. We will charge $10.00 for all-day access for all spectators over the age of 4. Robot combat is dangerous and there will be weapons and dangerous things around. We may ask you sign a release prior to entering the space.
- Food trucks in the parking lot.
- Onsite concessions.
- A collectible badge that allows for all-day re-entry.
- A staff-guided tour of the pits.
- Time to hang out with the competitors post-fight.
Competitor Info
We are looking for staff / crew to help us make this the best event yet!
Registration Information:
- Registration closes at 8 p.m. EST Sept 10.
- Brackets will be posted Sept 12!
September Event Format
September will be a 1 day event format, like normal. So be prepared for a long day!
Videos
Event Specifics for Competitors
- Where: 165 Water Street Norwalk, CT 06854
- When: September 18th 2021. Arrive by 9:00 a.m.!
- We would like the first fight to start at 10 a.m. EST
- Classes:
- 3lb Full Combat - No signup limit
- 12 Sportsman - Up to 16 Bots may compete
- 12 Full Combat - Up to 24 Bots
- 30lb Full Combat - Up to 24 Bots
- Read the Rules!!
Bracket
The brackets will be posted 1 week before the event.
Social
- This event will be streamed live on our Youtube channel, and fight videos will be posted there after the event.
- Join us on discord
Changes for the September Event
- Loud, automated voice overs for match start, tap out, and other match events.
- Return of the big button boxes!
- Improved match flow notifications and screens.
- Much more NHRL merch
- More time for competitor interviews and back stories
- Improved seating for spectators. Additional visibility for spectators.
- Improved concessions
Upon Arrival
- Check in with the event staff and get your badge and make sure they know you are here
- Setup at your pit. All pits are first come, first serve
- Pass Safety. We will check your weapon lock and verify your radio failsafe.
- Get your bot's picture taken. We cannot start the event without a picture for every bot.
- Join the discord for day of event updates
- Double check the rules.
- If your bot does well towards the end of the day, you must be ready to fight after a minimum of 20 minutes
- NHRL includes an audience-triggered Encore that can add 30 seconds to the fight. These usually only happen towards the back half of the day
- If you have time, create or update the wiki page for your bot. You can view the pages in the 3lb Category.
COVID Regulations
We will be following the latest guidance from the state of CT. Currently there are no capacity or distancing restrictions for an event like this. CT currently has one of the highest vaccination rates and lowest COVID rates in the country.
- For those who are vaccinated, MASKS ARE OPTIONAL. You are welcome to wear a mask, but you don't have to.
- For those not vaccinated you should wear a mask per the CDC. If possible, get vaccinated. It's just a good idea in general.
