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'''I'm New! What do I have to do to participate in next game?'''

1. Read our Consent Mechanics and Safer Community Policies.

2. Download the Rulebook from Discord "Rules Discussion" Pin or Website.

3. Skim the rulebook, feel free to ask questions in Discord.

4. Email ADs with a character concept or make an appointment with one if you need help. (Ad@mystfall.ca)

5. Send your Character Sheet to Logistics. (Logistics@mystfall ca)

6. Send Money to Treasurer. (1st Game is free - Treasurer@mystfall.ca)

7. Book a Campsite or Bunk with Ombud. (bookings@mystfall.ca)

What do I need to play the game?

A simple 'fantasy' style costume, warm blanket and pillow, food for the weekend if you do not wish to pay for meal plan and a character to play. (We can also provide costumes and food for an additional cost)

The book is very big, i'm feeling a bit overwhelmed can you folks help me? At Mystfall we aim to be as accommodating as we can. Please email AD@mystfall.ca and they can set up an appointment with you to assist in character creation or use one of our premade templates available for the 2023 year.

What are all the emails for different people at game? Execs oversee other departments so if you are unsure feel free to email one one of us.

president@mystfall.ca - President treasurer@mystfall.ca - Payment, Money, Donations, and Sales marketing@mystfall.ca - Promotions, Collabs, Conventions secretary@mystfall.ca - Consent Forms, Waivers, Logistics ombud@mystfall.ca - Harassment Reporting, Safety Issues, Booking, Accommodations, Food Allergies

food@mystfall.ca - Meal Plan, Snack Plan, Allergies

logistics@mystfall.ca - All XP, CRPs and Character Sheet and Pregame Business newplayers@mystfall.ca - All questions, concerns or things needed for New Players joining the game

Other emails may not be monitored as frequently.

What are my expectations for costuming?

Simple garb that looks like anything you'd see on background characters in popular fantasy genres like Wheel of Time, Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, Dungeons & Dragons or other popular media.

You do not need full armor, or elaborate kits as often the stylized pictures you see on Pinterest and Instagram.

Those kits that have been created over many years by dedicated LARPers.

You do not need to buy from a LARP retailer as thrifting from various places works too!

We have a coupon code for Artisans D'Azure for 10% off under the code - Mystfall

Do I need camping gear?

No, we have heated cabins that are available.

They are Hostel Style Accommodations, with double sized bunk beds.

You will still need a blanket and pillow as bedding is not provided.

You can use binder clips to drape sheets/tapestries on the bunk bed to get more privacy.

Email bud@mystfall.ca to reserve a bottom bunk, outlet or more private bunk if you need special accommodations. You MUST email ombud for accommodations at least a week BEFORE game.

What do sleeping accommodations look like on site?

We have twin sized bunkbeds with a leather covered foam cushion, they are about 3 inches thick. You May bring your own fitted sheets.

You should reserve your bunk ahead of time if you require a bottom bunk or a plug for a CPAP/APAP machine.

We do not allow night-time sleep raiding UNLESS the player EXPRESSLY and FULLY asks for it from ADs.

Players may NEVER raid other players bunk or camp, if you wish to make an exception both parties must agree OOG and consent beforehand. No OOG pressure may be used, ONLY an Exec or an AD will directly oversee the raid.

What is the address of the main site you use?

14009 Sixth Line Nassagaweya, Acton, ON L7J 2W8

DIRECT GMAP LINK

How can I get to game?

We have gravel lot parking on site, if you drive.

We also have a Discord channel where you can arrange carpool rides with other players nearby.

Acton also has a GO Transit line that will allow you to take public transit and you can ask staff AHEAD of time to pick you up.

Will Mystfall provide gear to new players?

Yes, we will provide starting gear to all new LARPers to return to us at game end. These will be basic things such as costume, sword, foam fist and basic tags for all items. Your first game is also free at Mystfall.

Do you have minimum costume requirements?

Yes, we ask that all new players at least come in a simple shirt and non-blue jean pants. Shoes do not need to be in genre as long as they are safe to walk in damn gravel or damp grass.

We will also provide new LARPers with a basic kit until they can buy their own costume. Must be returned at end of game.

How strict are the costume requirements?

We are not a re-enactment but we do love props and nice looking immersive stuff.

We tend to use the term "cool-thentic" as we wish to be able to flex our collective creativity.

Do not stress about your costume, often LARPers spend many years getting the details of their costume, camp and kit right.

However, in general you want to avoid - excessive zippers, rave gear, latex, modern-post apoc like street-sign armor or unmodified hockey/football gear.

Think medieval fantasy and you'll be in the right place.

Where is the rulebook?

On our [www.mystfall.ca Website] and on this G-Drive

However, the most up-to-date rule book is always available on our Discord Pins.

'''Do I have to read the entire rulebook? '''

No, you only need to know what YOU can do as a character, it is the responsibility of all players to know what their character can do and how it works.

Most commands are very simple like "Knockback!" that knocks you back or "Fire Strikes you for 10 Magic!" others you may need to ask quickly Out of Game what happens.

What is the age requirement of members?

All Mystfall members must be 18 years old and sign a, injury release form.

If I have a complaint who do I contact?

Depends on the complaint but for any kind of misconduct by anyone in the Club during an event, contact the Ombud at bud@mystfall.ca.

If your issue is with the ombud you may contact any current executive.

We at Mystfall take all ombud reports very seriously.

If your complaint ore comment is about rules. Contact rules@mystfall.ca

If your complaint is about a character, NPC, storyline or something that IS NOT a violation of a safer community policy contact either an exec or AD.

Is there a person new players can talk to about any questions not covered here?

Absolutely, please contact president@mystfall.ca

How much is a typical game?

Almost all regular games will be between 60$ to 80$, but sometimes there are special games such like a fully catered dinner with staff, or winter EDs at special sites with private bedrooms can be 100 to 120$ all inclusive.

These special prices will always be announced far in advance and will have a breakdown as to why they cost more. (Ie. Fully catered meals, special location, staff for service, maid/cleaning services etc)

Do you offer meal plans?

Yes, they may change with the price of food (We would normally list a price but inflation has been bad in 2022 especially with food) and at this time we cannot promise that we are food allergen free.

However, we do have a strict no peanuts or shellfish policy.

'''Are there washrooms? Showers?'''

Yes, we have flush toilets on a septic system. We have two accessibility Washrooms. Washrooms are All Gender.

A simple basic shower located in cast and outhouses in the forest.

We also provide LARPing while bleeding kits for people who menstruate or require liners.

What is your Discord?

Join us here Discord

I have a character sheet made but need it approved, who do I reach out to?

Contact the Art Director - ad@mystfall.ca

I have a backstory and need it approved who do I talk to?

This is also the Art Director - ad@mystfall.ca

I'm ready to attend game, do I need to pre-register?

Yes, please contact Logistics@mystfall.ca to pre-register your character.

This also saves us a lot of time because we can hand you your envelope of incomes, items and such and you can begin roleplay as soon as game is called.

You receive two XP every game that you pre-log so it's well worth it over the course of a year.

What is an NPC / Casting shift?

NPC/Casting shift is a 2 to 4 hour block that all players sign up for to add to the immersion and storytelling of the game.

This allows ADs to have larger combat mods or special roleplay and also helps them avoid burnout as no one should be going full tilt for 18 hours.

After you cast you return to game fully healed, repaired and such and sometimes you'll receive some income as tags.

Casting also allows you to create stories for your friends that ADs may not know about.

Run what you wish to run but ask ADs first. If you think your friend would have FUN then we will likely encourage it.

Do I have to play an NPC (Non-Player Character) or Cast (Do an acting shift) during the weekend?

Yes, on your third game you must NPC for 1, 2 - 4 hour shift.

We have accessibility shifts for those who cannot walk long distances or do combat.

If you absolutely do not wish to cast you may 'Buy-Out' for 30$ a game.

You may also receive Buy-Out tokens for Permacasting, ADing, EDing, Running or Cooking for Meal Plan.

What is a lightest touch LARP?

Lightest touch means you use the least amount of force to touch folks and get a hit upon them.

We do not allow head hits, groin hits or hand hits.

At no point should a strike be done with excessive force. If you are getting hit too hard call "Baseball batting" and the other person should adjust their play style.

I have an allergy and/or a health condition what do I do?

You are not required to tell us about your medical condition, however knowing your limitations will help us accommodate you.

We accommodate on a case by case basis via our Ombudsman and Accessibility officer. For more information please contact bud@mystfall.ca

I require a walking aid, can I still come?

Absolutely you may, and you do not need to justify your aid in game. We also allow for modified spell and IG hand-signals if you have need of a walking aid.

How is Accessibility in general on site?

Our site is not fully accessible for folks who use mobility scooters or wheelchairs. We will do our best to accommodate and we plan to continue to improve as funds become available.

Here is some information to help figure out if our site can accommodate you.

Currently our doors from outside to inside have gaps between them and small lips.

The back of the Inn has a single step. The front has a small gap.

Seating is available all around the Inn. Wooden Benches, Picnic Tables, Chairs inside (no padding)

Cast cabin has two steps upwards to access the shower.

The Road to the Inn requires trekking across an moderately inclined grassy area.

Paths are Gravel, Packed Dirt or Lightly Mulched. It does get muddy if it rains.

The Accessibility Hut does have a half step front deck.

I do not wish to be hit, even lightest touch can I be accommodated?

Yes, Absolutely. We have a non-combat section in our rulebook.

The short version is that you will indicate you are NON-COMBAT using an ORANGE glowstick attached to your front and back (so folks can see you are Non-Combat at night) and an Orange Sash. When you are engaged in combat you will use terms such as "Describe Scene: I parry and counterattack for 5 damage" the other person will respond in kind. If someone accidently engages you in physical combat respond OOG is a clear voice "NonCombat, Please Use Describe Scene."

Do I have to do a chore at end of game?

Yes, All players who attend game need to assist in clean-up.

Blue Springs has a very strict Garbage In - Garbage Out Policy and is kind enough for us to use their site each month.

Chores include things such as Mopping Floors, Scrubbing Toilets, Wiping Down Tables, Cleaning Dishes, Taking Extra Garbage Home, Cleaning Washrooms, Packing up Immersion Props, Sweeping, Collecting Loops and Packets, Washing Windows, Packing or Unpacking Cast.

Most of the time you will only have to do 2 or 3 minor chores a game.