HOLD

"3.7.1. If during a battle an unsafe situation occurs, it is the responsibility of all Combatants (and Marshals) who see the situation to call “HOLD” and stop the battle. A HOLD stops the battle while the Marshal assesses the situation. The battle resumes only at the Marshal’s discretion." - Book of War

When the term "Hold" is yelled accross the battlefield all fighters should join in on calling hold until everyone has stopped fighting and all fighters are on a knee. The Hold command is basicly designed to end combat so medical personel are coming in or to prevent combat from entering an area that is not safe.

Calling a Hold

If someone is injured or a seriouse safety issue is discovered a fighter should call "Hold". Because of this the term "Hold" should not be used on the battlefield except to stop combat because of an injury.

When not to call a Hold

You should be careful about when a hold is called. If someone is knocked unconseous is a good reason to call a hold. But just because someone recieves an illiegal strike to the face is not a valid reason to stop combat.