The first rule of the Foam Weapon League is “Don' talk about the Foam Weapon League.” Not a rule, exactly - more like a suggestion.
I suppose when your Hometree is in Wisconsin, Avatar role playing is a good way to escape from the realities of your cold, boring life.
You kind of have to root for the Live Action Role-Playing kids in this one. I'd be mad too if some giant showed up in the middle of a battle and tried to make off with my steed. (From an episode of Operation Repo, via AfroJacks.)