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| − | <onlyinclude>==What is Amtgard?== | + | <onlyinclude>==[[V9: What Is Amtgard?|What is Amtgard?]]== |
| − | Amtgard is a free-to-join fantasy boffer LARP with | + | Amtgard is a free-to-join, [[V9: Theme and Setting|fantasy-themed]], boffer-LARP community with options for both combat and non-combat participation. |
| − | Amtgard | + | Amtgard meetups are typically hosted each week by local [[V9: Parks|parks]], with large celebrations and [[V9: Kingdoms|Kingdom]] events every 3 months or so. |
| − | Amtgard combat | + | Amtgard's flagship activity is [[V9: Full-Class Battlegame| Class Battlegames]]: live-action, team-based, arena-battles that take full advantage of our fantasy [[V9: Classes|class system]], including [[V9: Bows & Crossbows|bow-wielding]] [[V9: Archer|archers]], spell-flinging [[V9: Wizard|wizards]], and [[V9: Armor|armor-clad]] [[V9: Warrior|warriors]]. Other popular combat activities include [[V9:_Duels_%26_Tournaments|1-on-1 tournaments]] and [[V9:_Adventure_Quest|story-based adventures]]. |
| − | Amtgard is | + | Amtgard combat is full-speed and medium-contact. Medium contact means that players will often make physical contact with each other using [[V9: Equipment|approved equipment]] but grappling, head shots, and most other forms of non-padded contact are [[V9: Acceptable Contact|prohibited]]. |
| − | + | Amtgard encourages all players to [[V9: Garb|dress and present themselves]] in line with the [[V9: Theme and Setting|heroic fantasy]] genre, however Amtgard as a whole is not an immersive roleplay LARP. Instead we support a casual, relaxed roleplay environment that allows each member or even [[V9: Parks|groups as a whole]] to roleplay as much or as little as they wish, akin to what you might find between different tabletop RPG groups. | |
| − | Amtgard | + | [[V9: Roleplay| Roleplay]] is only expected when participating in dedicated roleplay activities, such as [[V9: Adventure Quest|Quests]] and [[V9:_Scenario_Battlegame|Scenario battles]]. Amtgard roleplay activities are typically episodic in nature, with the settings and narratives for each one driven by local-level organizers with no oversight from [[Amtgard International]]. |
| − | + | Amtgard also offers a wide variety of non-combat activities to explore and participate in. Our community boasts a diverse base of crafters, cooks, writers, performers, and visual artists, as well as [[V9: Rules Authorities| game designers, roleplay organizers, referees (called reeves)]], and a multitude of other leadership & logistics volunteers. Many of our members develop and hone lifelong skills through the support and motivation offered within the Amtgard community. | |
| − | Interested? Find your nearest Amtgard | + | Lastly, Amtgard has a robust [[V9: Awards|award system]] designed to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of our players across our all facets of the game, both in and out of combat. |
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| + | '''Interested?'''<br> | ||
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| + | [https://ork.amtgard.com/orkui/index.php?Route=Atlas Find your nearest Amtgard park] and join us!</onlyinclude><br><br> | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:54, 9 May 2023
- The Amtwiki is the official home and primary source for Amtgard V9 Rules as of February 25, 2023.
- These rules are currently in Open Alpha Playtest. See the Playtest Disclaimer for more details.
- To learn more about Amtgard V9 Development, please visit Amtgard.com.
- To view the current Amtgard V8 ruleset, please see the Amtgard V8 Rulebook.
What is Amtgard?
Amtgard is a free-to-join, fantasy-themed, boffer-LARP community with options for both combat and non-combat participation.
Amtgard meetups are typically hosted each week by local parks, with large celebrations and Kingdom events every 3 months or so.
Amtgard's flagship activity is Class Battlegames: live-action, team-based, arena-battles that take full advantage of our fantasy class system, including bow-wielding archers, spell-flinging wizards, and armor-clad warriors. Other popular combat activities include 1-on-1 tournaments and story-based adventures.
Amtgard combat is full-speed and medium-contact. Medium contact means that players will often make physical contact with each other using approved equipment but grappling, head shots, and most other forms of non-padded contact are prohibited.
Amtgard encourages all players to dress and present themselves in line with the heroic fantasy genre, however Amtgard as a whole is not an immersive roleplay LARP. Instead we support a casual, relaxed roleplay environment that allows each member or even groups as a whole to roleplay as much or as little as they wish, akin to what you might find between different tabletop RPG groups.
Roleplay is only expected when participating in dedicated roleplay activities, such as Quests and Scenario battles. Amtgard roleplay activities are typically episodic in nature, with the settings and narratives for each one driven by local-level organizers with no oversight from Amtgard International.
Amtgard also offers a wide variety of non-combat activities to explore and participate in. Our community boasts a diverse base of crafters, cooks, writers, performers, and visual artists, as well as game designers, roleplay organizers, referees (called reeves), and a multitude of other leadership & logistics volunteers. Many of our members develop and hone lifelong skills through the support and motivation offered within the Amtgard community.
Lastly, Amtgard has a robust award system designed to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of our players across our all facets of the game, both in and out of combat.
Interested?
Find your nearest Amtgard park and join us!
Introduction Diversity Statement · What Is Amtgard? · New To Larp And Boffer Combat?
