The Marshal Protocol emerged from the first documented encounter with the ice phoenix at Art Dye, when conventional tournament procedures proved inadequate for handling supernatural phenomena. Its creation marked the fusion of traditional disc golf course management with arcane investigation techniques, establishing the foundation for all future paranormal incidents on the courses.

A crystalline framework of interlocking procedural guidelines that manifests as shimmering lines of frost marking investigation boundaries and evidence preservation zones. These ethereal boundaries respond to supernatural energies by forming intricate patterns reminiscent of flight paths, with each pattern corresponding to specific types of paranormal activity.

The Protocol passively influences investigations by creating controlled environments where supernatural evidence can be properly documented and analyzed, while maintaining the integrity of both the investigation and ongoing disc golf activities. Its presence subtly affects local temperatures and atmospheric conditions, creating distinct zones that help investigators track otherworldly phenomena.