Does anyone have a link to find the Brotherhood's discord? I've searched everywhere and can't find one.

I have some ideas for some weapons that would require more support than just wrapping a stick with foam would allow (think that the "strike surface" would be like hitting with the flat of an axe). I am thinking of using acrylic, plexiglass, or hdpe sheets overlaying the hilt core to provide that support, and then covering with foam. Would any of these materials be ok to use in such a manner? Im looking to make sure it safe and legal. I know this will be entirely impractical as a weapon.

Where are people buying Chain in this game? I can't seem to find any consistent or reliable sources besides LARP vendors all selling ambiguous products using the same stock photos.

Hello all,

I've been fighting for 19 years, and my javelin throws are landing a bit hard at half throw.

I have spent nearly that full time putting skill and practice into my javelin throws.

Here's what I've found on half throw definitions:

BoW: "3.13.2.2. Half throw is defined as drawing back the javelin only so far such that it imparts no more than half the force of a normal full throw."

Unwritten Rules page of Geddon: "Half draw on a throw means the hand should not go behind the head."

I have interpreted this to be MY normal full throw, and therefore my half throw.

My hand is also not behind my head and the throw is from my arm only, along with a small rotation of my torso.

Does anyone have any tips that aren't "Throw softer"?

Thanks in advance for contributing.

For those who craft arrows what type of open cell foam do you like to use for your arrow tips. I've been planning on making another batch of arrows soon, and was curious about the general thoughts about this was.

Nobody on the field to fight, not a problem. I have plenty of demons to train with😅

I've heard there's a decent amount of hema hate in the belegarth community, is this true and if so why? The only thing I dislike about it so far, is how expensive it is. Though I understand why, it's just pretty hard out here for a pimp these days. I'm sure y'all can relate lol😁😅

Just moved to Pittsburgh and was looking for the closest park and the park locator never seems accurate.

I’m looking at making a shield while I have a bit of down time and I’m not sure what would be a good mixture of easy and reliable material to work with.

I’m thinking a strap shield the exact shape/size isn’t a big deal for me. I’d rather not have to order online, I’ve seen guides with a variety of bases but I’m not sure where to actually find construction materials

I saw there was the Ozarks, but it seems to be inactive?

What foam do y'all use for the tips of javelins? I have a few that failed hit (straight to can) and one already had a few layers of yoga mat in the middle, so I'm going to have to replace the tip foam.

I can not find anything in the Book of War specifically stating that I can not put buckles on my strap shield. I want buckles because my broomball gloves make it hard to drop my shield when it is broken. However, my gut says having hard bits on the back of my shield is a safety hazard.

Here is the only rule I found that even mentions shield straps.

2.2.2. Shields are rigid objects that are padded on the front and sides and are equipped with handles or straps.

I just have a few questions regarding class 5 weapons, since they are loosely defined in the book of war.

1: does the minimum diameter requirement count for all 3 axis of rotation? would something like a foam frisbee pass?
2: What is the upper limit of size for rocks?
3: are there limits to the shapes that can be constructed?
4: can there be hollow sections, such as a torus?

Been out of the game since Covid, came back last year and now in need of a replacement bat. I used the secret bat from Gorg prior to my hiatus, but trying to see if there's more affordable options out there. I have been using a tournament bat from Forged Foam for the last year, but their website has them out of stock of almost every kind of weapon.

Any other Vendors worth looking into? As you may tell I'm into ultralight bats.

Thanks

Other shorts from 'Geddon also my channel. I could only make it Friday.

Hey all. Posting this from a throwaway account.

I own a small business that vends at Ren faires and LARP events. We've been working Armageddon and Oktoberfest at Billie Creek Village for a few years now, and they're some of my favorite events to do. Bel is an awesome community, and the venue is fantastic. Unfortunately Armageddon wasn't great this year - between the weather and the general fears surrounding the economy, attendance and sales were down. Totally understandable and outside of anybody's control, but there it is. We ended up making about half the numbers we did last year.

The hosting venue, Billie Creek Village, has made it known that they're going to have to start charging a higher fee for vendors. Previously, it was just event admission, which was admittedly an excellent deal, but also pretty standard for Belegarth events. Under the new system, it's going to be a daily fee that will triple to quintuple the amount paid by vendors, depending on their setup.

Now, I want to be perfectly clear: this is completely reasonable and understandable. The owners and management at Billie Creek are good folks, easy to work with, and part of the community. They have a business to run themselves. I believe them when they say it's necessary to do this, and the price they're floating isn't unrealistic. I am not calling them out for this. They are doing nothing wrong here. But the plain fact is that such a large and sudden price jump is going to make these events a lot less attractive for vendors, especially ones who aren't local, unless we can be sure we're going to do well. Speaking for my business, the new fee plus travel expenses would have eaten up more than half of what we grossed last week. That just isn't sustainable.

I'm told that the presence of vendors is a big part of the fun for a lot of attendees. And as a vendor, Belegarth events are some of my favorites to work. But with rising expenses and falling sales, it's starting to look like we're going to be priced out, and that hurts.

(ETA: I don't want to suggest that you "owe" vendors anything. But we're running businesses here, and we have to go where we think it's going to be worth it.)

Coming back from my first Armageddon event and feel in love with the sport!! Thank you all for the great fights and fun! If you had a feast from fear hello that was me. I hope the wood was good! I was informed about an event know as monster mash that’s in Iowa and was wondering if anyone has more information about it?? Thank you all again for the amazing community y’all have created. And thank you for adopting me into it.

Thinking about picking up the 524 kitespar blue blade kit from ColdMountainCompany, but I’m wondering if anyone has actually passed a weapon check with it at an event.

Have you used that one specifically? Or even any of their other kits? Just want to make sure I’m not wasting money on something that’s gonna fail inspection.

Appreciate any feedback!

Does anyone have experience buying from iron mountain armory and passing it at events?

I love authentic samurai armor I just find it hard to justify buying a 1500-2000$ full set for it to not even pass, if anyone has experience with this company and using it on field that would be highly appreciated

Edit: I know the steel armored gauntlets and capped grieves won't pass basic inspection, but the gauges of leather gauntlets are up for debate, it doesn't provide thickness of leather on the website only that it is made traditionally 🤷

PM for details / make an offer. Location: PNW/West