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Thrush Svartehjertet
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Post subject: Bellum Aeternus, on 11/18/12 Darkon hosted crossgaming event Posted: Wed Aug 29, 2012 11:48 am |
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http://www.darkon.org/Bellum_Aeternus/http://www.facebook.com/events/305166142914532/http://www.darkon.org/boards/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=471http://www.darkon.org/rules.htmlPlease feel free to ask questions, this is going to be an awesome chance to come fight hard core fighters from other games! If it is successful as a day event this year, it will be turned into a weekend long campout next year!!! I will try to field questions here, but the Darkon board and the facebook group may lead to quicker answers. Here's some quick info: -Darkon rules -no Dag/Bel flails -coreless shields WILL be allowed -arrows and javs are NOT head legal (our bows are 40 lbs and our arrows are harder) -your armor WILL count (armor grade for Bel leather will be "Hide" and give you 2 blue hits) -you WILL be allowed to use a bow and 2 handed weapons -there will be 2 "this is your first Darkon event" or "newbie" speeches BEFORE the fighting, the basic combat is familiar to you all, just slightly different rules, it's actually not hard. -you will be allowed to field in your unit colors and be a "country" for the day -It's gonna be awesome! There is A LOT of work being put into the scenarios! I hope to meet at least 1 person from Bel who I've never met before at this event! Thrush berserk
_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
Wanna Practice in Baltimore? http://baltimoretuesdaynightfightnight.yuku.com
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Wed Aug 29, 2012 12:25 pm |
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I think its pretty cool to see a lot of these cross-gaming events.
_________________ Cofounder and Marshal of Andúril Cofounder Battle for the Ring Order of the Shining Tower Order of the Western Flame
See you at Battle for the Ring VII MLK Weekend in January 2015
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Wed Aug 29, 2012 12:42 pm |
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Anastasia of Chamonix wrote: I think its pretty cool to see a lot of these cross-gaming events. Agreed!!! Thrush berserk
_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Tue Sep 18, 2012 9:08 am |
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UPDATE:
There will be a food truck and a beer truck on site.
Also, you can only pay the $5 event fee if you don't want to join Darkon (an extra 1 time fee of $5 that gets you a bound and printed rule book).
Thrush berserk
_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
Wanna Practice in Baltimore? http://baltimoretuesdaynightfightnight.yuku.com
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Thu Sep 27, 2012 1:29 pm |
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The event has an official website now!!! http://www.darkon.org/Bellum_Aeternus/Anyone who is in the mid-atlantic and wants to make some money with awesome garb or whatever: Quote: We have open merchant and entertainment slots available for Bellum Aeternus. Interested merchants or entertainers can contact me ( amymcneal at gmail dot com) or Yaron ( vp@darkon.org) to reserve spaces. Merchants: We're looking for sellers of products that nerds like us will like. Garb, accessories, armor, jewelry, mugs, collectibles ( family friendly please) - we're interested. There is a $5 merchant fee for this event. Merchants will need to provide their own set-ups ( tables/chairs) and will be able to arrive at 10 a.m. to begin their set-up. Merchants must be approved by the Bellum Aeternus Committee prior to BA. Entertainers: Anyone who wants to perform - music, dance, theater, comedy, performance art, sideshow - we're interested. We have 0 budget to pay in $, but you will be paid in gold, and you can sell your merch (CD/Shirts,etc.). Performers must be approved by the Bellum Aeternus Committee prior to Bellum Aeternus. Thrush berserk
_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
Wanna Practice in Baltimore? http://baltimoretuesdaynightfightnight.yuku.com
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Fri Sep 28, 2012 10:02 am |
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I won't be able to make it, but I wish you the best of luck! Your event sounds like a blast and I'm a sad panda that be there.
Anyway! Can't wait to hear how this goes.
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Fri Sep 28, 2012 1:26 pm |
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Thanks, if it is even slightly successful, it will be a 3-4 day campout at the same awesome park next year. This is kind of a test run to gauge people's interest. Word of mouth afterwards will help it happen again!
Thrush berserk
_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
Wanna Practice in Baltimore? http://baltimoretuesdaynightfightnight.yuku.com
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Wed Oct 03, 2012 6:27 am |
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Newest update to the schedule: -4:00 PM The Fourth and Final Bellum Aeternus Battle Scenario Will Begin. -5:00 PM Evening festivities begin. You may camp at the park, and you may set up camping equipment after this time.-8:00 PM Pit Fights! (1v1 in many styles, bracket system, Darkon coins will be bet!) -12:00 Noon Monday: We must vacate the park by this time on Monday. http://www.darkon.org/Bellum_AeternusThrush berserk
_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
Wanna Practice in Baltimore? http://baltimoretuesdaynightfightnight.yuku.com
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Thu Oct 11, 2012 6:14 am |
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This event will now feature CAFFEINATED FOAM FIGHTING!!!! Zu Coffee of Annapolis will be serving (what I can attest to as) awesome coffee all day!!! http://www.zucoffee.com/Thrush berserk
_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2012 6:59 am |
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Newest most up to date schedule and vendor list:
SCHEDULE November 18, 2012
- 8:00 AM Gates open to event organizers.
- 9:00 AM Merchants may begin setting up.
- 10:30 AM All organizer and vendor vehicles must be clear of the pavilion and buildings and in the designated parking area. No cars will be allowed past the parking area after this time.
- 11:00 AM Check-In Begins and will run until 1 pm to accommodate a large amount of players arriving at different times. Please be ready to check in between 11 and 1!
- 11:30 AM First New Player Orientation Speech. If you are new to Darkon, have not attended at least 5 prior Darkon events, and do not have experience in other similar combat games, attendance to this is mandatory if you wish to fight.
- 12 Noon Pick-Up Battles will begin for those who have already checked in. The Crossgaming Orientation Speech will begin at this time. Crossgamers with less than 5 Darkon events prior attended must attend.
- 12:30 PM Final New Player Orientation Speech. If you are new to Darkon, have not attended at least 5 prior Darkon events, and do not have experience in other similar combat games, attendance to this is mandatory if you wish to fight.
- 1:00 PM Check-in is closed. The First Bellum Aeternus Battle Scenario Will Begin.
- 2:00 PM The Second Bellum Aeternus Battle Scenario Will Begin.
- 3:00 PM The Third Bellum Aeternus Battle Scenario Will Begin.
- 4:00 PM The Fourth and Final Bellum Aeternus Battle Scenario Will Begin.
- 5:00 PM Evening festivities begin. You may camp at the park, and you may set up camping equipment after this time.
- 8:00 PM Pit Fights!
- 12:00 Noon Monday: We must vacate the park by this time on Monday.
Ambrosia Farm- Honey and short mead kits, leather goods and pottery.
Amorath's Travelling Circus- Creative custom photography with themed backdrops.
BadAss Garb- Specializes in top quality fantasy and historical garb, both for fighting and feasting. Our garb is designed and tested to withstand the most rigorous fighting, all while looking good enough to be worn on and off the field.
Calontir Trim- Fabric trim for the construction of costumes. Ornate costumes bring a demand for ornate fabric trim among the SCA and Ren-Faire community. Calontir Trim stocks a wide variety of trims, from simple to elaborate.
Darkon Souvenir T-Shirts - Stylish t-shirts featuring the Bellum Aeternus logo and Darkon logo, in black of course. Sizes Small thru XL, $20, Sizes 2X thru 4X $25.00
Dileab Phriseil - Bringing the ceilidh vibe with Celtic traditional music.
Fine Line Leather Design- Fantasy leather accessories and armor
Hardcore Whaler- These two sopranos will bring traditional Irish and Celtic songs to entertain you, as well as bawdy Pirate and Wenching music to round things out.
Kathie Grove Ceramic Designs- Hand made functional and sculptural pottery; including mugs and goblets in addition to other functional and decorative items. They also take custom orders.
Little Bird's Treasures- Jewelry and ceramics.
Nikki Murphy Dance- Beauty in motion with traditional bellydance performance and music.
Nightshade Leather- Leather armor and accessories
Upcyclist Jewelers- Handmade gold and silver jewelry and findings.
Wise Guys Cafe Food Truck- They'll make you a sandwich you can't refuse! Food for sale from 11am- 5pm Sunday, cash or credit accepted.
Zu Coffee- COFFEE, cookies, COFFEE, pastry, COFFEE, whole bean coffee, bottled drinks, and COFFEE.
Only 2 weeks to go!!! Woooooo!
Thrush berserk
_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
Wanna Practice in Baltimore? http://baltimoretuesdaynightfightnight.yuku.com
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Fri Nov 02, 2012 11:08 am |
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UPDATE: Quote: The Bellum Aeternus Staff is pleased to announce that Ruby Salon will be merchanting at our event. What do they sell? They will be doing an assortment of braiding, and styles for men, women and Children. There will be a sign-up sheet for appointment times, so no one has to wait in line or miss an event. All Maryland board guidelines of cleanliness will be followed for your protection and theirs. The Salon's website is http://rubysalon.net/- Quote: The battle coordinators for Bellum Aeternus are bringing you another update for the fights you will be participating in during the event. We bring you one of the No Quarter! favorites KICK THE CAN!!!!!!
Kick the can is played kind of like soccer. Touching the can is not permitted with the hands, but you can hit it with weapons, shields, and feet. There will be a goal at each end of the field and the object of the game will be to kick the can through the goal. Pretty simple right.
Lay on will happen with the can in the middle of the field and each team battling for possession. There will be two rez points for each team at the corners of the field near their goal. The field is reset after every point. Please feel free to ask questions.
Thrush berserk
_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
Wanna Practice in Baltimore? http://baltimoretuesdaynightfightnight.yuku.com
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 1:34 pm |
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_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
Wanna Practice in Baltimore? http://baltimoretuesdaynightfightnight.yuku.com
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, on 11/18/12 Darkon hosted crossgaming e Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 9:11 am |
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, on 11/18/12 Darkon hosted crossgaming e Posted: Thu Nov 29, 2012 7:44 am |
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Quote: Bellum Aeternus Total Attendance: 394 Undeclared: 85 (21.57%) Fighter: 78 (19.80%) Ranger: 46 (11.68%) Cleric: 40 (10.15%) Druid: 35 (8.88%) Thief: 27 (6.85%) Mage: 23 (5.84%) Monk: 14 (3.55%) Assassin: 11 (2.79%) Cavalier: 11 (2.79%) Warrior Mage: 5 (1.27%) Cleric(2): 1 (0.25%) Cross Gamer (one day membership): 18 (4.57%)
BA new & old player stats: New players 1st event (many Cross Gamers chose to join Darkon and get a credit): 56 (14.21%) Returning players with a class that have attended ≤ 2 events since 2009: 41 (10.41%)
Undeclared are players within their first 5 battle credits who have not declared a class, so new players who just joined. They are considered zero level fighters. All in all, and amazing event. I hope it grows for next year, when we hope it will be a weekend long campout! Thrush berserk
_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, on 11/18/12 Darkon hosted crossgaming e Posted: Thu Nov 29, 2012 2:49 pm |
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1 cleric? lol
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, on 11/18/12 Darkon hosted crossgaming e Posted: Mon Dec 03, 2012 9:39 am |
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Quote: Cleric: 40 (10.15%) Cleric(2): 1 (0.25%)
Not really sure what this all means, I'm guessing a check in glitch in the laptop? Thrush berserk
_________________ "It's my will, my will is stronger than the other people I play against. I'm going to sacrifice more than anyone else to make a play, I can promise you. And I'm going to hit you so you don't want to play [any] more.''
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, on 11/18/12 Darkon hosted crossgaming e Posted: Thu Jan 24, 2013 8:09 am |
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, on 11/18/12 Darkon hosted crossgaming e Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2013 2:26 pm |
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Thrush Svartehjertet wrote: Quote: Cleric: 40 (10.15%) Cleric(2): 1 (0.25%)
Not really sure what this all means, I'm guessing a check in glitch in the laptop? Thrush berserk Musta been an Amtgard Cleric.
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, 11/18/12 Darkon hosts a crossgaming eve Posted: Fri Aug 02, 2013 3:39 am |
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Thrush Svartehjertet wrote: The event has an official website now!!! http://www.darkon.org/Bellum_Aeternus/Anyone who is in the mid-atlantic and wants to make some money with awesome garb or whatever: Quote: We have open merchant and entertainment slots available for Bellum Aeternus. Interested merchants or entertainers can contact me ( amymcneal at gmail dot com) or Yaron ( vp@darkon.org) to reserve spaces. Merchants: We're looking for sellers of products that nerds like us will like. Garb, accessories, armor, jewelry, mugs, collectibles ( family friendly please) - we're interested. There is a $5 merchant fee for this event. Merchants will need to provide their own set-ups ( tables/chairs) and will be able to arrive at 10 a.m. to begin their set-up. Merchants must be approved by the Bellum Aeternus Committee prior to BA. Entertainers: Anyone who wants to perform - music, dance, theater, comedy, performance art, sideshow - we're interested. We have 0 budget to pay in $, but you will be paid in gold, and you can sell your merch (CD/Shirts,etc.). Performers must be approved by the Bellum Aeternus Committee prior to Bellum Aeternus. Thrush berserk Anyone who wants to perform - music, dance, theater, comedy, performance art, sideshow - we're interested.
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Post subject: Re: Bellum Aeternus, on 11/18/12 Darkon hosted crossgaming e Posted: Fri Aug 02, 2013 10:48 am |
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Joyce, this thread hasn't been posted in since February. What event are you looking for entertainers for?
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