Here’s a bit of trivia that’s possibly new to you…
Did you know there is a world RPS Society? No, not joking and they take the sport quite seriously. Their mission is as follows:
“The World RPS Society is dedicated to the promotion of Rock Paper Scissors as a fun and safe way to resolve disputes. We feel that conserving the roots of RPS is essential for the growth and development of the game and the players…”
What’s even more interesting is the history of this group.
“The Paper Scissors Stone Club was founded in London, England in 1842 immediately following the issuance of the 1842 law declaring “any decision reached by the use of the process known as Paper Scissors Stone between two gentleman acting in good faith shall constitute a binding contract. Agreements reached in this manner are subject to all relevant contract and tort law.” The law was seen as a slap in the face to the growing number of enthusiasts who played it strictly as a recreational activity, since for many constables it was taken to mean that the game could not be played simply for sport. The club was founded and officially registered to provide an environment free from the long arm of the law where enthusiasts could come together and play for honour.”
A little bit interested in this group? Check out their website.
- Here are the basic rules, including illustrations for the correct hand signals
- Check out the 2009 world championships post
- Better still, run a tournament yourself by investing in the tournament guide
- FAQ and if your answer isn’t here, then head to the Billboard and post a question
- If you’re now converted to the wonders of RPS, then show your love and buy a T-shirt from their online store
So are you in?
I absolutely love this Marti and had no idea of any of this history. RPS has always been very useful in our family and the kids have come up with multiple alternative versions (usually involving three animals). Thanks for sharing 🙂
Ah, now you might have an extra trick up your sleeve – the official rule set! Glad to be of service.
Too funny. I was playing this game with the priest as to who wants to be in the group photo. I really prefer to the shots. So, rock, paper, scissor. I won. Yes this is a nightmare.
Glad to hear you won. And if you ever get into a fickle, be sure to check out the official website and rules – there might be a loop hole you could use to your advantage
Very funny!
Hey, good to see you back again. How’s sunny Canada?
Sunny Canada is good, but I’ve been under the weather. My workload looks to decrease soon, so I hope to be back to normal in that regard, too.