5 crazy games you played while in the military
SUMMARY
As kids growing up, we played games to pass the time, entertain ourselves, and meet other youngsters our age. It was an innocent time.
In the military, it's sort of the same — except the games are much darker.
Spending the majority of your day either stuck on a ship, humping a pack in the field, or just bored as hell in the barracks, tends to give service members ampul time to come up with simple, low-cost games to play.
Warning: these do not necessarily reflect the most noble moments of our military heritage — but they sure are entertaining!
1. Don't Fall Asleep
You could consider this a prank or a game.
The military grants you at least 8 hours of rest per night, supposedly. Don't be so sure that when you manage to sneak a cat nap here or there that someone isn't out to get you, even if they're on your side.
These service members found out the hard way.
2. F*ck, Marry, Kill
This one is probably self-explanatory, but Dale Doback from 2008's Step Brothers (played by John C. Reilly) is going to explain.
3. No Balls
This game is almost like truth or dare, minus the truth option.
It's no secret that men and women sometimes talk themselves up in front of their comrades to boost their image to gain respect. We've all experienced it at some point or another and maybe even done it ourselves.
The best time to call out "no balls" is after a tough talker makes a strong arm claim and no one else expects it. Seeing everyone's shocked reaction of "will they do it?" could be priceless.
4. Nut Tap/ The Gator/ Nut Check
The various names of this game are endless.
Out of all the games, this is probably the most dangerous and most painful one. It can leave your fellow gamers fuming at you for extended periods of time, but who cares. It's hilarious!
This game is typically controlled under false pretenses as getting you mark into proper position can be challenging.5. Playing Picasso
You're the last man in the office, as you secure the spaces you notice John Doe has left his CAC inserted (so to speak) into a government computer and he's gone for the day. Game on!
A Common Access Card (or CAC — please don't call it a CAC card) is just as important for civilians and active duty members to have in their possession while on base as a driver's license while operating a motor vehicle. Once you've retrieved the CAC, its time to teach the forgetful service member a small, but useful lesson.
Time to create your masterpiece!
These games are meant to be conducted out of good wholesome fun. So don't be that guy who goes overboard.
What military games did you play? Asking for a friend...
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