Talk:The Demigod Grand Prix: Chapter 1/@comment-3146930-20130603020927/@comment-3146930-20130603035316

Dirty tricks are basically, as the name suggests, underhanded or cheap actions. They aren't breaking the rules, but they aren't smiled upon or encouraged. For example, you could say that oil slicks or blinding smoke are dirty tricks, but they aren't really against the rules as every vehicle in the race can pretty much pick the kinds of weapons they have.

However, each car is also held to a certain standard. There are parts of the race where you need to drive, parts where you need to fly, and others where you need to be able to float. These are designated areas that you are only supposed to use these features in. Using these features outside there designated areas isn't a cheap trick, it is a clear violation of the rules.