February 25th - Political Dinner - Wisconsin Dells, WI

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== LOCATION ==

Wizard Quest in Wisconsin Dells
400 Broadway Ave
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

www.wizardquest.com/


== DATE & TIME ==

Important Dates:
Wednesday, February 15th
- Monthly Event Cut-Off Date (Resource Usage, Organization Actions, & Addition to Prize giveaway)

Saturday, February 25th (Event)
- Early Arrival Time - 8:30am
- Registration opens – 9:00am
- Registration closes – 10:30am
- All Player Event Briefing – 10:30am
- Scenario Begins / "Game On" – 11:00am
- Scenario Ends / "Game Over" – 4:00pm
- Check-Out, Clean Up - 4:00pm+


== MEMBERSHIP & EVENT SIGNUP INFO==
There is no cost/charge/entry fee required to participate in this event and all are welcome to participate regardless of their membership status or not.
However, certain perks require additional membership.

***NOTE: You MUST do BOTH (pre-register AND select/pay for your chosen membership services) before you are considered fully pre-registered for an event!

Click here to choose your membership services for February!

then...

Click here to pre-register and sign-up for the February Event!



== FOOD/WATER, PROPERTY, & SAFETY ==
= FOOD & WATER =
- All attending players (NOT JUST PRE-REG!) will be served chicken & vegetable stew or vegetable stew.
- Players may also go to nearby food establishments for food if they wish.
- Players have the option to bring dishes/food to share which will be provided to all. (See Catering Stipend below)
- Feastware will NOT be provided for the meals (which will be in-game); please make sure you bring feastware!
- There will be a "Drink Bar" setup in the room with water and coffee.


= CAMPING, BATHROOMS, FIRES, & ELECTRICITY =
- No camping; go home when done.
- There are flushable bathrooms in the building.
- No fires of any kind.
- There is electricity at this location.


= PROPERTY INFO & PARKING =

Wizard Quest
- Please stick to the room we have reserved (The upstairs Party/"Flex" space with tables) unless allowed/approved to go to other areas.
- Players are welcome to visit the gift shop area downstairs from our reserved room.
- Be courteous to patrons of the establishment.
- No fighting or sparring at all during this event.
- Parking is free behind the building in the Wizard Quest parking lot.
- You can also park on the street; it is metered but you DO NOT HAVE TO PAY between the dates of October 1st and March 31st.


= SAFETY RULES =

- Staff and approved players have access to a Snake Bite/CPR/First Aid Kit if needed. A number of staff are CPR and/or First Aid trained. In case of emergencies, immediately contact staff and let them handle it.
- No tobacco allowed at this event.
- Alcohol may be consumed by those of age but an extra waiver must be signed by participants of the event for the Wizard Quest venue. Wizard Quest has also requested that our players not over-imbibe on their premises. Players who over-imbibe or become rowdy may be asked to leave the venue.

COVID 19 RESTRICTIONS & PRECAUTIONS
- All players ages 5+ must be either fully Covid-19 Vaccinated, be medically exempt (pre-approval needed and this includes children under the age of 5), or be in the process of getting vaccinated. This will be handled at Check-In.
- All players are REQUIRED to wear masks UNTIL they are properly checked in and approved to remove them. When you arrive, please make sure you don a mask before leaving the area around your car and approaching other players and/or check-in.
This allows us to properly do symptom and vaccination status checks before people walk around mask-less.
- For full information regarding our Covid-19 Restrictions & Guidelines, click the link below:
www.facebook.com/groups/lasthopelarp/posts/4044136175636010

== STORY INFO & SPECIAL MECHANICS ==

Ice grips even the southern portions of Mardrun and the people find themselves spending more and more time in their homes waiting out what is often the coldest month of the year. There are few things that draw excitement in the month of February, but the one that does is always a grand event. Throughout the City-State lands and beyond people sit in eager anticipation of the announcement of what has colloquially become known as “The Annual Political Dinner”

Sure enough near the beginning of the month the word goes out that an upscale venue has been chosen in the heart of Newhope’s merchant district. Known as the Glinting Emerald, it’s a newer space for sure, but one that has already caught the eye of the citizenry of Newhope. With the announcement of the venue also comes a great open invitation to all of the peoples of Mardrun. The unanimous voice of the Council of Newhope rings out through their missive inviting representatives from the Ulven Clans to come and partake in the hospitality of Newhope and it’s people, no doubt in an interest to ease some of the recent tensions. The announcements all carry with them the feeling the recent dark moments within the City-State have been addressed, the future will be bright, and they want all to be able to share in this hopeful outlook for the future.

Before long the streets of Newhope are flooded with people. Though not everyone has a chance to attend the official gathering, many still find themselves traveling to the area to partake in the festivities that always find themselves materializing in the orbit of these grand gatherings. The recently quiet streets of the Merchant District are now a buzz of activity as people shout sales and specials into the streets from their storefronts. Bards and bands traverse the streets looking for gigs or even just a free corner to ply their trade. Many come with business proposals, hoping to get a chance to rub elbows with the wealthy or noble. Music and mirth fill the air as all prepare for the Annual Political Dinner.


= EVENT SPECIAL NOTES=
1) Masks Required to Check-In!
All players are required to bring and wear a mask until they check-in at registration. This is especially important since we are indoors. After vaccination proof and symptom checking, players may remove their masks if they would like, but players are welcome to bring and wear masks while indoors if they so choose but it will not be required.

2) Representatives & Rubbing Elbows
A number of representatives for various colonies, clans, and groups may be in attendance. They will be discussing topics important to their respective groups and interacting with them will be a great way to learn more about what is going on in the world. They may be seeking out different players or factions to get information from them to take back to their groups. Be aware though... proper social etiquette will be important in dealing with them! This would be a great opportunity to use Resources:Gather Info /Resources:Political ahead of time or interact with politically minded players to learn what these might be. Giving the wiki a good read in the Ulven FAQ, Syndar FAQ, and the Titles of Prestige and Peerage page a good read could be very useful!
Ulven FAQ
Syndar FAQ
Titles of Prestige and Peerage

3) Peaceful Assembly & Causing Trouble
Out-of-Game, there cannot be any combat in the Wizard Quest building so we don't damage things. In-Game, there are numerous guards and security forces nearby the assembly room to deter and control any trouble. There may be some encounters that could develop, but these are coordinated ahead of time and not competitive with combat mechanics. Players could potentially "take things outside" to settle things if needed, but staff can coordinate that at the event.
Any players that attempt to steal or start a fight and run in the assembly hall will be subject to City-State Watch trying to detain or kill them (depending on severity). Characters can assume that "Newhope Watch officers are ever present, nearby enough to respond fairly quickly but not hovering over everyone at the assembly". Should a character be attempting to flee, dice rolls will be made to determine their fate..

4) Controlled Environment (Weapons & Trades)
Visitors to the assembly are being allowed 1 single handed weapon (sword, axe, mace, dagger, etc) unless they are officially part of the security force of the assembly (which would require prior approval in-game) or received special permissions in-game. This is NOT an out-of-game rule; this is an in-game policy and players are free to adhere to it or break it if they so choose (but be aware there are in-game consequences).
Tradeskills that require physical setups (like Blacksmiths, Healers, Alchemists, etc) are prohibited during social and political functions. However, trades that do not require physical setups (like Bards or Companions) are allowed at the assembly.

5) Catering Stipend
The Assembly Coordinator of Newhope has made it publicly known that a stipend has been made available to help cater in foods for the political gathering. They are offering a small payment of silver for organizations and individuals who bring dishes to share. The amount and quality of food brought to share will be factored into the payment. The Assembly budget will be able to pay between 1 to 3 silver pieces per dish with a maximum of 10 silver per individual caterer. All dishes must be displayed in decorum legal trays/containers and have appropriate serving ware (eg. a large spoon for dishing servings). All offered food will be placed on a communal table for others to enjoy. This is purely optional and a fun way to incorporate players into the food of the event and bringing along an impressive dish may even help impress some of the attending nobility.
If possible, please coordinate food being brought ahead of time by emailing us at [e-mail]!




== CUT-OFF DATE, SKILLS, & PLAYER INFO ==
= MONTHLY EVENT CUT-OFF DATE =
- The Monthly Event Cut-Off date is a deadline that is critical to the preparation of the monthly story/event. This allows us to prepare PC bags, write NPC more detailed roles, finalize mechanics based on who we know is planning on attending, and properly tie in player influences like Resources and Organizations.
- The Event Cut-Off date for this event is Wednesday, February 15th.
- Players that want a more detailed NPC role must purchase the applicable membership AND signup for the event by that date.
- Players that want a guaranteed spot for their PC must sign-up by this date.
- Players that want to be added to the Prize Giveaway for the month must signup by that date.


= PC SKILL UPDATES =
- If you sign-up and choose a membership by the Event Cut-Off date, staff will prepare your PC bag with items, coin, and condition ahead of time. 
- If you have updates to your PC, do them ahead of time and email us the changes.
- The deadline for these PC skill changes is the Monday before the event!
- If we have time then we can update your PC skills at an event. *** There is no guarantee we can do this at an event due to the registration time needs. ***


= ATTENDING EVENT BONUSES =
- Players attending events in-person are granted several bonuses:
- A PC may roll applicable Profession and/or Tradeskill rolls for coin/affects
- A PC may open and review applicable Lore cards at Check-In (and copy them over into their own Lore books if they so choose)
- PCs that are part of an Organization may earn +1 Organization Exp per event day that they attend and prominently display Org heraldry
- PCs that are part of an Organization may earn +1 Organization Exp for attending and prominently displaying Organization Standard/Banner (Min 3 PCs)


= RESOURCES, ORGANIZATIONS, & LORE SKILL USAGE =
- Players may have a PC(s) use Resource skills to make an impact on an event.
- Organizations may pledge their monthly Actions and/or applicable Units to make an impact on an event.
- Resource Usage & Org Actions influencing this event must submitted by the Monthly Event Cut-Off date. (Listed above)
- The Resource Usage Submission Form: lasthope.kitsufox.com/wiki/resource-usage-submission-form/
- Please check if your Resources are active before submitting: lasthopelarp.proboards.com/thread/1910/active-resources
- Relevant information gained or a summary of the influence of these efforts will be available at Check-In at the event; a player must attend to be able to see that info.
- IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ASK FOR THAT INFO!
- PCs with applicable Lore skills may have access to certain Lore cards at check-in. Frequently, there are Lore cards available for you to read that represent your characters ability to know about things going on in the area. Some of this information can be really useful to know!
- You may not take these Lore cards but you are welcome to copy the information they have into your own Lore book but it must be done at Check-In.


= PC SPOTS & LATE PLAYERS =
- To guarantee a spot for your PC at this event you must sign-up and pay for membership services before the Monthly Event Cut-Off date.
- If you sign-up after this date, we will coordinate a waiting list for players wanting to play their PCs.
- If NPC roles are needed, you will be notified before an event what those roles are so you can prepare.
- If NPC roles are not needed, you will be notified that you're approved to play your PC.
- This helps us balance event mechanics and needed NPC roles to adequately facilitate an event but still allows ample opportunity for players to guarantee being able to show up as their PC.

We are following a strict time-block for check-in/registration so players will be expected to arrive on time to get registered and then attend the game briefing.
- If a player is going to be late and they are going to arrive after registration closes, they are expected to notify the staff by emailing the [e-mail] address to let us know.
- This allows us to prep their NPC materials or pull their PC cards prepare their items/coin for when they arrive. Failure to do this may result in a forced NPC role if the player arrives after the briefing as all registration supplies are packed up and put away.
- This does not mean we do not have wiggle room; all you have to do is notify us ahead of time via email so we can prepare accordingly.


= MANDATORY CHECK-OUT =
- All players are required to properly check-out at every event; this means that all in-game items and PC cards with PC conditions will be turned over to Staff for proper record keeping.
- We will be doing a dedicated Check-Out after each day.
- If you plan on leaving before the end of the event day/scheduled Check-Out time, it is your responsibility to seek out Staff in order to properly check-out.
- If you checkout as a PC, you may not "check back in" after a period of time. Once you check out as a PC, your PC is done for the event day.
- There may be limitations on how and where PCs can check out at an event; ask instead of assuming if you feel like your PC would leave early, and then staff can assign you a role after that.


== HELP! THIS IS MY FIRST EVENT! ==
- It is understandable (and normal) to be completely lost and overwhelmed coming to your first event.
- Staff and/or Veteran players will be on hand to help guide you and answer questions. We want your first event experience to be a positive one!
- It is very normal for staff and players to be running around doing things to get the event going on time; you may need to seek out someone with a gold belt flag and ask for assistance.

UPON ARRIVAL
- When you arrive, the most important thing is checking to see if you need to park in specific areas.
- Make your way to Check-In, wherever that is for the event. This will be where a number of players are at and also where Staff are at checking people into the game. This is also where Staff can guide you to the proper areas (such as New Player Helpers or NPC Wranglers)

AFTER CHECK-IN
- Once you have checked in, the most important person/station for you to search for is the "NPC Wrangler". This is usually 1-2 Staff members that are taking care of garbing up and handing out NPC roles.
- There will be time available to make sure you are prepped for your NPC role. This is a great opportunity to ask questions!
- If you need anything else from your vehicle or for any setup, this would be the time to do so.

BEFORE BRIEFING
- Once you have your NPC role and you know who you can contact for questions, there is usually extra time before the event briefing.
- During this time, we will do a Combat Tutorial so you know the basics of combat. This usually takes about 30 minutes, so try to factor that into your event arrival time.
- There will be announcements of when briefing will take place; make sure you are available to listen to the briefing of an event as it covers a lot of story, safety, and property information.

AFTER BRIEFING
- Normally right after briefing, all NPCs and the NPC Wranglers are assembled into a group to discuss NPC roles, any connections they may have, answer more questions, and review the overall event theme/goal.

DURING EVENTS
- Once "Game On" is called, it is very important to maintain decorum in the game area. This can be very intimidating at first!
- If you need anything, please discreetly find a gold belt flag staff member and ask for assistance. Most of the time we will move off to the side for a quick out-of-game clarification or move out of the game area entirely to be able to have a full discussion.
- If you are confused on what to do, please seek out staff discreetly to double check your NPC motives and goals or discuss ideas on what you can do.

AFTER THE EVENT
- All of your borrowed garb, gear, coin, etc will get returned back to the NPC Wrangler as soon as the event is over.
- This will also be a chance to discuss any meaningful interactions you had as an NPC that we might want to follow up on
- The NPC Wrangler and potentially other staff will be available to answer any questions you have.

For more New Player Info, please click the link below:
lasthope.kitsufox.com/new-player-information/