The MUZZLE
When your mate gets a bit lippy, bust out The Muzzle to stop him talking himself into a fight.
The WATERBOY
The Waterboy is simple and you can use it at any time. Start with water (or a soft drink) to quench your thirst, and then have a ‘pacer’ every couple of drinks.
The RECEPTIONIST
If you can see trouble brewing you may want to remember this one. If your mate gets a bit seedy with some guy’s girlfriend, you can distract him with a fake phone call and get him out of the situation before things get ugly.
The LASSO
The Lasso is a handy one to know and being able to spot trouble early is the key to this move. If your mate wanders off from the pack and is heading for trouble, make like John Wayne and swing your arm like a lasso around him to steer him back to the crew.
The CHEF
Pull this move throughout the night: with quick thinking, you can spot trouble early and prevent it from escalating. If your mate gets a bit loose and is pulling some negative attention, fill his mouth with food instead of abuse.
The DIPLOMAT
The Diplomat can be a handy move if things get a bit heated. Try to diffuse tension quickly – often a simple apology will do it. That way you can avoid the drama and continue having a good time.