Throw in the Snow

History

The first Throw in the Snow was a war between the Olympus and the now defunct chapter of Fionn. It was originally planned to be a small gathering, much like a raid. However, both chapters began massive recruiting from outside chapters. Players came from chapters all over the Midwest including Querna Tema, Three Rivers, and Frostlands(?). Over 100 people fought in the war. It was the largest impromptu war in the history of Midwest Amtgard, and never finished because it was too dark to fight. No clear winner was established, but circumstances could have placed either side the victor.

Unfortunately, bad relations grew after the war and Olympus and Fionn grew apart. Some could say this untimately resulted in the death of Fionn. A few dedicated members from that park transferred over to Olympus over time, including Dayne, Isabella, Jager, and Wolves. The addition of the new players to Olympus brought a new life to the game and started its quick growth from Shire to Duchy.

Almost every year, Olympus holds Throw in the Snow during the winter to remember that battle and celebrate an important part of the chapter's history.

Stories

Many war stories are heard from folks of Olympus regarding that first event. Here are a few of them: