Belegarth

Cib wrote:oops, just realized I linked the Marshaling one twice... I ment to link this one http://www.geddon.org/index.php/How-to_Weapon_Check

Anyone know who the author of these is?


Edit:
You uploaded the Marshaling one eeach. Do you knot know where you got it?

How-to Weapon Check has a longer history dating back to 2006. But most of the contributers are just ip numbers...

Some one said if I am to just turn these in to PDF's, I have to tack a fair use license or something on the end? Where do I get it?

Thurat wrote:**EDIT** I downloaded the start kit from http://www.filefront.com/13755632/New_R ... it_1.4.zip, linked to from http://albertabelegarth.googlepages.com ... starterkit. I didn't see the new additions you were talking about. Did you update the download for this link?

Thurat wrote:Have you removed Xipher's compilation from the kit, I cannot seem find it in there. If you removed it for some reason other that lack of permission for use, I would reconsider. It is very nice informational read, even if it is incomplete.

Thurat wrote:Also, under "Recruitment and Promotional Resources," in "Geting, Building, Mantaining, a Web site.pdf," 'Geting' should be 'Getting,' and 'Mantaining' should be 'Maintaining.' Just a quick grammatical error.

Thurat wrote:I like that you have included a list of games, a few of which I have never done even, but I dislike the format. Comparing it to how the Geddon has games set up, the Geddon wins in my opinion. For the new realms that would be the primary users of this kit, such vague instructions would be difficult to follow and enforce.

Thurat wrote:If it is meant for quick reference, then I would definitely keep it in there, but also add a more thorough, less printer friendly version as well. This will give whomever downloads the kit a detailed list to study and a field version to reference if they should need it.

Moginheden wrote:Should we just add the address of the geddon list to the reference sheet?

Eruaphadion wrote:Thanks for the welcome, and thanks for that Realm Starter kit, that is an amazing package of wisdom and practical help.
I'm especially grateful for the simple weapon tutorials, garb tutorials, and Book of War prepared for print out; the simple things like the practice checklist; and the press release suggestion. I would never have thought of that.

Thanks and kudos to the creator(s) (I can only assume it was a group effort),

May I be as bold as to suggest some items that could be a good inclusion?
This* style of poster seems like it would be highly effective. The strong similarities it has with other national recreational sports immediately catches your attention and gives it a more approachable feel.
Everything looks safe; active; and to be honest, normal. Posters that show people dressed in veteran level garb often look out of place, and somewhat odd to most people.
The tag-line "Think paintball, with swords" is actually almost exactly what I say to everyone.

I believe that for a beginner realm it is favorable to get people used to the idea of foam sword fighting prior to the introduction of garb.

Also, for the Construction Supply Guide. I know of a few large chain-stores that carry supplies in the US.

Lowe's- PVC pipe and pipe insulation**
Wal-Mart- You have it with an asterisk, marking it that only Canada has those for sure. I can verify that US branches carry duct tape and athletic tape (But not hockey tape specifically)
Wal-Mart- Many of the branches in the US, but not all, also carry blue camping foam pads.
Tractor Supply Company (TCS)- 3/8th inch round fiberglass rods.

Thanks again for that starter kit. It is going to be extremely useful.

*- Those posters have one major flaw, as far as I can tell they are not editable and they already have a Realm and website advertised.
**- Not sure if pipe insulation is very widely used. I like it for courtesy padding on spears.

Squire Dacian wrote:Check out that link that Cib posted, it's got some VERY good stuff and info in it.

Indeed.