No individual may crowd, surround, or otherwise interfere with a judge while scoring. (Section B.3); Lane dimensions, including the 12 ft fault line for hatchet and 15 ft for Big Axe, provide safe throwing space and clearance. (Sections A.5 and B.3); Only single-bit axes are permitted; sharpened ...
Why people argue about this
People often assume that the safety considerations in Axe Throwing (WATL) only apply during scoring, thinking it's just about keeping judges safe from players. However, they overlook how these rules also ensure there’s enough space for safe throwing lanes and prevent modifications to axes that could compromise their effectiveness or safety.
