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All About Amtgard and The Valley
| What is Amtgard? | ||
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"... Amtgard is a non-profit educational corporation dedicated to the study and recreation of the medieval and fantasy eras and genres. Amtgard is also a live action role playing (LARP) game that endeavors to recreate individual and group combat from the periods mentioned above. Amtgard is available to all. It is a non-sectarian organization that welcomes all participants. However, combat activities are restricted to those 14 and older and certain government offices are restricted to those 18 and older. Amtgard members (Amtgarders or Amtgardians) come from all walks of life. Members have included secretaries, housewives, college professors, professional writers, anthropologists, students, officers in the military, police officers, computer technicians, etc. Getting started is easy. Show up at the group nearest you, watch, and see if Amtgard is for you. If you like it then go up to any Amtgard officer or member and ask to get involved. (Amtgard is people friendly). She or he will introduce you to the Prime Minister or Monarch, and from there you may have embarked on a lifetime of comradery and fun. Amtgard is unique on two levels firstly, in the use of its class ability system and magic points rules that allow diverse recreations of personas from history and fantasy, secondly in the fast action combat that is both realistic and safe. Amtgard weapons are safe, foam padded replicas of the real things. Weapons are checked regularly by a guild of referees (Reeves) and there are strict rules on safety (such as shots to the head are not allowed). However, Amtgard combat is a sport (which is why waivers are required) and injuries, though rare, can happen. Generally Amtgard combat is safe, fun recreation and entertainment. Amtgard weapons are made from a base of either fiberglass or PVC tubing covered with layers of high impact foam. Cloth covers along with padded pommels and hilt guards produce functional and safe weapons." ~quoted from the Celestial Kingdom Website
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What is the Radiant Valley? |
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| The Radiant Valley is a small chapter in Oak Ridge TN.
We are a subgroup of Sleeping Dragon which focus' its attention on Arts,
Crafts, and Role-play. Radiant Valley is a bit different though, in
the aspect we devote our time to the fun we can have while committing to the
combat aspect of the game. Many of the players here come from
role-play backgrounds (Table Top or Live Action) or simply enjoy the game as
a type of "sport". Due to this, we have little role-playing, but we do
have a fair amount of Arts and Crafts in its stead. We meet every Sunday at 1pm at the Oakridge, and the day goes on til around 6:30pm or until the participants are too tired to play. |
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How do I join? |
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| Does amtgard sound like something your interested in? If it does, its fairly easy to join in the fun. First, you show up at the park and talk to the Monarchy or you may email them (they will happily answer any questsions). They will give you a general waiver form (or you can download it from the website here). You simply fill it out, have it signed by your guardians (if your under 18), and then return it. From there they will help you with your class, your equipment, and try to make sure you enjoy your time there. It is suggested that you read the rulebook before you come, and this way you can ask any questions you might have to the Monarchy or any of the players there. After afew times out, we'll teach you how to make your own equipment and armor and garb. With that said, we hope to see you out on the field in the near future! | ||
