Start with 2 defenders, rest of players AR's attackers
central zone 5m diameter
Attackers have to enter central zone without being tagged by a defender.
Game phase continues until all attackers have been tagged or entered the central zone.
Tagged attackers become defenders for the next round
Key factors
Attackers use evasion and speed to reach central zone.
Defenders manipulates attackers movement to isolate and make easier to catch.
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