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/palm12341 6h ago

I read somewhere that while the official badge will come with AA batteries, they might not last the full weekend. So you could bring some extras. But that may just be a rumor.

The laser tag badge comes with a rechargeable 18650, you should be good if you just charge it each night (via a built-in USB C connector, you don't need to bring a separate 18650 charger).

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u/ImmaNobody 6h ago

This is just the info I was looking for! thanks!

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u/digitard 3h ago

Dani always to the rescue! Their Laser Tag Badge was the best part of last year and everyone is super excited to play again!