What kind of weapons can I bring?

We use foam boffer weapons, larp-safe latex weapons, and spell packets. You can make your own, or source them from websites such as Calmicil or Epic Armory. Swords, daggers, axes, and warhammers are common; if you want to do something outside the norm, please contact us. Be sure you know what size your weapon is.

Foam-dart crossbows (for example, Nerf), may be permitted if they pass the safety check and are painted/ modified to look more appropriate to the fantasy setting (e.g., looks like wood and metal instead of plastic). Appropriate foam-tipped arrows may be permitted - you can make your own, buy them online, or buy foam tips to screw onto the shaft of a regular arrow. Thrown weapons may be permitted if they are soft foam to the core. If you are unsure about your weapon choice, please contact us.

All Larp weapons will be subject to a safety check at check-in. We are not here to hurt each other. A weapon might fail a safety check if the striking surface is too hard, the point is too sharp, or if it is damaged.

NO REAL WEAPONS of any kind are permitted on the grounds. This includes live steel, target-tip arrows, etc. Simply leave it at home. You may be asked to leave if you have these items.

What are spell packets, and how do I make them?

Made from cloth and birdseed, these are thrown to represent magical energy being cast. They are often called “spackets.”

To make spell packets for your caster character all you’ll need is:

• Lots of Cloth – In any color you want, though lighter ones are easier to see and find at night, and against forest back drops. Orange is wonderful.

• Scissors

• Birdseed – The kind without sunflower seeds.

• String – Baker’s string is easy to find, strong, and relatively cheap. Do NOT use rubber bands or non-biodegradable materials.

Making spell packets is simple and easy:

1. Cut your fabric into a 4″ by 4″ square and lay the square out flat.
2. Put about a tablespoon of seed into the center of the square.
3. Pick up each corner. Gather the fabric and tightly tie off with the string.
4. Do not pack the seed in too tightly, so the packet is not too hard.
5. If necessary, trim extreme excess fabric from the tail of the packet down to 1-1½”.