What should I bring if I want to NPC the entire weekend.

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26 Aug 2013 21:46 #1 by Jorik (rjvanscoten)
Hello. I'm a new player who discovered this website last october, became totally obsessed and pored over every page of the book, and website for a good two months, only to realize that with school, and planning a wedding I didn't have the time to come and experience KR. Needless to say I'm hoping to come up in November and plan on NPCing my first weekend or two to rack up build, and because I don't have money to invest in a costume and other character related stuff. At this point the best I can do is show up wearing NPC basics. Is there a link somewhere that tells you what to bring if you are gonna NPC the weekend? I realize I need to bring dark clothing for when I'm in NPC character, but what do you guys bring when it comes to comfort for the weekend. Sleeping bag, bug spray, socks, etc. etc. Thanks again and looking forward to hearing from you.
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26 Aug 2013 21:47 #2 by Jorik (rjvanscoten)
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*planning on coming up in October, not November

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26 Aug 2013 21:53 #3 by Caldor Eirson (Caldor)
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Socks, socks, and more socks.

Beyond that... this is your best source of info

www.knightrealms.com/new-players/206-your-first-event.html

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26 Aug 2013 21:55 - 26 Aug 2013 21:57 #4 by Caelvan (Caelvan)
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Hey Jeremiah. My name is Conor and I'm a new player marshal. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask either here, or send me a PM.


To add to Jason's post EXTRA SOCKS! We get puddles there so having extra socks will do you well. :)

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26 Aug 2013 22:12 #5 by Jorik (rjvanscoten)
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Perfect, thank you Gentlemen.
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26 Aug 2013 22:19 #6 by geezer (geezer)
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Towel for shower
Soap
Shampoo

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27 Aug 2013 03:02 - 27 Aug 2013 03:03 #7 by Croínamara (Jen)
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DID WE MENTION SOCKS?? IM NOT SURE GUYS, BETTER NOT FORGET TO MENTION SOCKS.

Really.
If you think you've brought enough socks you are wrong bring more.

PJ's, Sleeping Bag, Pillow (people always forget their pillow).
Shower stuff. "An intersteller hitchhiker never goes anywhere without their towel."

Good shoes.
I cannot stress that one enough. You need good shoes. Be comfortable. Be dry.
Black sneakers are more than appropriate for NPC duty.
Black boots are a plus.

Also, snack food.
There's normally plenty of food to find ingame, but regardless, if it's 3am and you want a granola bar, you've got one in your bag. I can't tell you how many times I've praised the lords nutrigrain and quaker chewy in those circumstances.

Sunblock.
Bug spray.
And you're golden :)

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27 Aug 2013 12:56 #8 by Woolsey Bysmor (Osred)
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Plain black pants and plain black shirt. Also you might want to pack thermals just in case. Also I usually recommend bringing a few snack bars and water. Even though you can get water here... a fresh bottle at night, in the morning, or just when you are dying is nice

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27 Aug 2013 13:17 #9 by Kelly (Kelly)
If you want to talk about making a starting costume for when you're ready to play your character, many of us (myself included) sew and make costumes on commission. Let us know.

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27 Aug 2013 15:12 #10 by Augustus (OEBlaze)
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Hello, I'm Justin, another New Player Marshall here at KR.

All of the above suggestions are great, I just wanted to mention that boots are preferable to sneakers, I know they're not cheap, but an old pair of snow boots will be a million times better than a pair of sneakers. I can't count the amount of times I've walked through a puddle in my old snow boots and was blessed to have my feet come out dry.

Sneakers work, but if you're going that route, I would strongly advise against Converse, or anything that is also as permeable. Try for something that's waterproof, or you will end up needing all of those socks.

If there's anything else you decide you need, feel free to shoot me a PM, or post here, and we'll get back to you.

Welcome, and I look forward to seeing you in game!

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27 Aug 2013 17:05 #11 by Kleidin (Kleidin)
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Socks are important - but please, stay FAR AWAY from polyester and cheapo socks. Especially once it turns cold, wool, silk or wool/silk blends are best. Chillblains and frostbite suck.

Wool and silk keep you warm even when wet. Cotton freezes to you.

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28 Aug 2013 22:24 #12 by Sean Moulson (Moulson13)
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Hi,
My name is Sean and I am another new player marshall. Let me add my two cents

SOCKS!

As well as solid shoes. What Diane said as well good socks. But like everyone else message me if you have any more questions.

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28 Aug 2013 23:40 #13 by Goggs (coryan)
Not sure anyone's mentioned this yet but you should probably bring some extra socks.

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29 Aug 2013 01:36 #14 by Chris McKenzie (cgmckenzie)
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Generic clothing that fits into a medieval/fantasy setting. Yes, you can get by with black sweat suits, but having your own "peasant garb"is very useful for when you go to get breakfast or wander to your tent at night. Not having to go out of game during those walks is nice. plus it looks better to layer the costuming over a period outfit.

Everybody jokes about bringing enough socks, but I have found 2 pairs a day to be more than adequate; usually, after the first puddle and sock change you will be more careful.

Thermal layers are vitally important, so long johns, under armor, and even period sweaters are very useful for staying OOG warm but keeping an IG appearance. Bring a black knit hat and black gloves, you will appreciate them immensely once the temperature falls.

Bring some energy or clif bars to munch on; it is vital that you keep a high caloric intake or you will crash on Sunday like a bus full of nuns in a superman film.

You must bring a solid pair of boots; you will be far more uncomfortable than if you brought your hiking boots with you than a pair of sneakers. Take care of your feet and you will enjoy your time camping more than the poor fellow who didn't!

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29 Aug 2013 21:38 #15 by Faila (Faila)
I can't disagree with the advice to bring a lot of socks, but I would suggest that if your socks are getting wet, your shoes are also probably getting wet. Thus, I would suggest you bring an extra pair of shoes (especially if the weather is poor).

I also like to have an entire set of dry clothes (including shoes) in my car as a back up. Whether backpacking, camping, or roleplaying, knowing you can change into a dry and warm kit when all is said and done gives you more options. If I knew I had to drive two hours soaking wet I might be more cautious about my actions prior to my departure -- dry clothes allow me to forget about the after-game repercussions.

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