Here is a list of our most commonly asked questions along with the answers and facts. If you have any other question that is not answered here, please feel free to contact any of the staff or ask on the Forums.
FAQ Categories- General Questions
- Event Registration and Expenses
- Safety and Insurance for Players
- Food and Camping
- Weapons, Armor, and Costumes
- Character Creation
- Rules
- Player Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities
- Key Seventh Kingdom IGE Contacts, Press/Marketing Queries
- What is LARP?
- What is IGE?
- What is your affiliation with the Boy Scouts, and why do I have to register with them?
- Where are you located?
- Where is the game located?
- Who runs this game?
- How old do I have to be to play?
- Is it okay to come if I have never played before?
Event Registration and Expenses
- I'd like to pre-register for an event.
- I am part of a large groupand I am interested in coming. Will you make special adventures for us?
- Will large groups get a discount?
- What are the breakdowns of costs?
- What does my money get me?
Safety and Insurance for Players
- Am I Insured?
- What safety measures do you take to ensure my safety?
- Can I drink alcoholic beverages and/or smoke on camp?
- What food will be there?
- What if I have special dietary requirements?
- What are the sleeping arrangements?
- I don't have a costume. Where can I get one?
- How do I make a weapon?
- What are the costume requirements for any race or class?
- Are latex weapons allowed?
- Is my weapon legal?
- Where can I find the rulebook?
- I have a question about the rules.
- What are service points?
- How do I earn service points?
Player Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities
- What is the difference between PC and NPC?
- Do you have required NPC duty?
- Do you have required clean up duty?
Key Seventh Kingdom IGE Contacts, Press/Marketing Queries
- Who may I contact regarding this?
- I'd like to have Seventh Kingdom demo at my convention/university/club. Who do I contact?
What is LARP?
-LARP stands for Live Action Role Play. Whenever you are personally role playing in a live situation by acting out your character’s actions, you are LARPing. You pursue your character’s goals through quests and adventures in a fictional world provided by a GM (Game Marshall).
What is IGE?
-IGE stands for Interactive Gaming Environment. It is a form of LARPing but a step up--making the environment much more interactive for your character and involving you as a player on a whole new level.
What is your affiliation with the Boy Scouts, and why do I have to register with them?
-We are Venture Crew 1337. We need you to register with us to become part of our troop so can safely insure any of our members if they become hurt in any way. It also provides a feeling of unity; when you do sign up you are an official member of Venture Crew 1337!
Am I insured?
-Yes. Once you are now an official member of our crew, you are insured through the Boy Scouts.
How old do I have to be to play?
-You must be at least 16 years of age to play. We are a mature group and will be doing different adventures that are both physically and mentally demanding. If you are under the age of 18, you’ll need parental signature for the Boy Scout forms.
Where are you located?
-Our offices are located in Mount Holly, NJ.
Where is the game located?
-Currently, we are hosting our events at Camp Kettle Run in Medford, NJ. During the summer months we will sometimes change camps due to the high demand of camp space. Please check out the Event Info for more information before each event to make sure you are going to the correct camp.
Who runs this game?
-There is a staff of eight, headed by Matthew (Bizkit) Hoerter. The other seven were hand-selected for their talents in each area of game management. It is a very tight-knit group of friends. We are excited to be able to provide with you a unique game. Please check out the Staff page for more information.
What safety measures do you take to ensure my safety?
-As staff, we will go out of our way to make things as safe as possible for your enjoyment. The last thing we want is to see a player incur an injury. When each adventure or anything physically demanding is set up, player’s safety is a primary concern and the first priority. We also have a First Aid kit on camp throughout the weekend which can belocated in the Inn's kitchen along with staff members who are trained in first aid and CPR.
Is it okay to come if I have never played before?
-Yes! We love having new players come to the game. We are more than happy to answer any questions and make you as comfortable as possible.
I don't have a costume. Where can I get one?
-There are countless places to find anything to wear. You can either buy pieces from Wal-Mart or a thrift store or you can go as far as to buy replicas off of the internet. Ebay and garb sites are excellent resources. Staff members will be happy to recommend particularly reputable clothing merchants.You can also find the Links section under Community which will have some of our favorite sites.
How do I make a weapon?
-You can either purchase one online or go to the How To section for a detailed description and pictures on how to make one.
What does the new player class cover?
-(Please refer to the Forums for dates and locations) This new player class is unique to the LARPing world. Each class will cover different topics so please keep an eye open for new classes and information. Generally, classes cover character creation in person so we can personally help; we instruct weapons-making, offer role playing tips to help you become comfortable with a role playing environment, and a instruct generally about the LARPing scene.
How do I make a character?
-Seventh Kingdom made it possible for players to make either a very simple or complex character based upon your own preferences. You will select a race, class, kingdom, and profession. It will be rare for any two characters to be exactly alike. Please check out the Character Creation page for more information.
What is the difference between PC and NPC?
-PC stands for Playable Character, that would be any character a player plays. An NPC stands for Non Playable Character, that would be played by staff or any players on NPC duty. NPCs are usually the 'bad guys' or characters used for plot.
Do you have required NPC duty?
-No, there is no required NPC duty. If you are interested in NPCing, please let us know and we will be more then happy to accommodate you. We always need people who want to NPC all weekend long, along with the few that want to NPC for a few hours. Please check here for more NPC information.
Do you have required clean up duty?
-Yes and no. We require you to clean up your area and any mess that you have made over the weekend. If you are interested in gaining an extra build or service points, we ask that you take some time on Sunday to help us clean up.
Where can I find the rulebook?
-You can either find a rulebook at any event or visit the online rulebook that is constantly being updated. Please visit the Online Rulebook for more information.
I have a question about the rules.
-No problem. If you can’t find your answer in the Online Rulebook you can either e-mail a staff member or post the question on the Forums. Staff members will constantly be checking the Forums.
What are the costume requirements for any race or class?
-There are too many to list here, but you can find them in the Race or Class sections in the Online Rulebook. If you have any questions feel free to e-mail staff or ask on the Forums.
I'd like to pre-register for an event.
-Wonderful! Please follow the Pre-Register link for more information.
What are the sleeping arrangements?
-If you are curious as to what sleeping arrangements are at each camp, feel free to contact Logistics and we’ll be more then happy to help you out and arrange it so that large groups can experience the game together.
I am part of a large group and I am interested in coming. Will you make special adventures for us?
-Each group is a case by case basis. We strive to include every player’s character in plot, so there is no reason a large group wouldn’t also be involved.
Will large groups get a discount?
-No. Sadly the game needs money to run and each dollar invested into the game will make the game all that more enjoyable.
What kind of food will be there?
-Food and drinks will be provided throughout the weekend. The feast is included with the original price. For a small fee of $2.00 per serving, you can purchase breakfast, lunch, and other meals during the day. A staff member will constantly be working in the kitchen.
What if I have special dietary requirements?
-No problem! Be sure to let one of the staff members know as soon as possible so they can discuss options with you and plan the weekend.
Who may I contact regarding this?
-Feel free to e-mail any of the staff members with suggestions and event feedback. We love to hear from our players! There is also a channel on the Forums, Events, where things can be publicly discussed.
What are the breakdowns of costs?
-The price for an event is $45.00. For an extra build each month, you can purchase that for an extra $10.00 each month. You can buy one build per month. We are also running a special package--with it, you can purchase 10 build for $100.00. This is a one time opportunity for each character.
What does my money get me?
-Included is a weekend of entertainment along with a feast, drinks, and snacks throughout the weekend. If you are interested in buying any other meals such as breakfast, lunch, or dinner that is $2.00 per large serving. Some weekends will also feature unique drinks and meals offered for different prices.
I'd like to have Seventh Kingdom demo at my convention/university/club. Who do I contact?
-You can e-mail any of the staff members for more information.
What are service points?
-Service Points (SVP) is a way for staff to reward the players either for donations or for those players that go the extra mile. 100 SP can be turned in once per month for an extra build.
How do I earn service points?
-Either through donations, helping out with clean up, NPCing for longer than your NPC shift, or assisting the staff with general errands.
Are latex weapons allowed?
-Yes, but each weapon is permitted on a case by case basis.
Is my weapon legal?
-Every single weapon will be inspected upon sign-in. Please use common sense with each weapon and for more information check out the Weapons section.
Can I drink alcoholic beverages and/or smoke on camp?
-Any alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. We will not tolerate any sort of drinking on camp. We will NOT turn a blind eye to it. If you are found drinking, drunk or with bottles or cans during the weekend you will get a warning. If it happens again you will be escorted from camp without a refund. Smoking is prohibited in buildings and most parts of the camp. You can smoke in certain areas of the camp and in both parking lots. We ask that you still clean up after yourself and throws your butts in the trash. If butts are found on the ground the smoking privilege will be revoked.