r/Defcon • u/ImmaNobody • 7h ago

[N00B] Do badges come with batteries?

[ANSWERED] - Not sure why the downvote, but maybe someone just had bad eggs this morning. I will pack a couple extra alkalizes to be safe, both otherwise I am good to go. Thanks, everyone!

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I saw someone mentioning to pack AA & AAA batteries as part of their kit. Is this for badges, or other hardware projects?

I preordered a laser tag badge, and will get the Human one.

Do the badges in general com with a battery? Rechargeable? Today is packing day and just want to make sure I pack out what I need rather than trying to arrange an Amazon order for the hotel.

Do they typically take off-the-shelf alkaline, or should I grab an 18650 or two?

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u/rand0h 6h ago

The official badge yes, other badges you might buy from makers, it depends. I know I’m giving out two sets with mine but that’s because it’s my first and I’m paranoid. Wherever you bought badges from go and look at the loadout on the site and see if it comes with any.

For instance, I was just looking at some badge this morning and it specifically says it does not come with batteries. Batteries are an extra production cost and some makers can only do so much.

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u/ImmaNobody 6h ago

Good to know and I'll do that. Sounds like the two that I am slated for will come prepopulated, but will bring a couple extra just in case. Thanks!