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“oh I’m too old for stuffed animals” skill issue. sorry you can’t appreciate little creatures made to hang out with you, I on the other hand am full of joyous whimsy and therefore vastly superior.

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levels of headcanon:

This is heavily supported by text/subtext and is likely what the creators intended for me to get from this 

this is sort of supported by the text and could, conceivably be what the creators intended for me to get from the text/subtext

there is no evidence either way

there is slight evidence against my headcanon, but I don’t care

I’ve stopped giving a crap about canon

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Had my first taste of blood with the Hearthguard. It tastes sweet.

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Home Is Where the Hearth Is

At the edges of the Thornwood, a lone Ranger followed a Hearthguard into camp. Warmth emanated not only from the fire in the middle of the central ring, but from every man and woman around it. Eir took a tentative seat, unsure at first of her decision to walk right into enemy territory unarmored and unarmed. What the hell were you thinking? This could be a trap.

For hours, they huddled around the flames, talking, telling stories. She watched in silent curiosity as a Sea Lord tried to proclaim his accomplishments and lamented his wish to be Hearthguard despite his lack of understanding of their principles. And one by one Jarls and officers shut down his foolish words, speaking of their worldview and ways to his unhearing ears.

But someone was listening. The other outsider in the camp listened, her mind and heart processing every word from everyone from Thrall to Jarl… to Queen. Queen Tove’s poise and calm and humility spoke to Eir in a way that no other’s attitude had. In mere hours Queen Tove had earned more respect from her than any noble’s son, self-proclaimed king, or Ranger ever had. 

As the night’s chill crept deeper and the revelry had wound down, Eir stood in the mead hall, again speaking with Queen Tove and she showed the kindness and humility that one expected of a true leader. It was then that the young Ranger knew in her heart that it was time. It was time to side with her homelands. It was time to come home.

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Supporting a Friend

Throwing this out there to support my shield-sister, Astrid. Currently streaming Destiny 2.

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As I am no longer a Ranger of Olaran, I will be going only by my birth name for the time being.

I did not choose the false king. I knelt out of obligation, but I did not choose him. Who of the PEOPLE had a say in this agreement? I did not. I would sooner follow a leader I choose. A leader I respect.

From here to my last breath, I kneel to the Queen I've chosen to follow. I kneel to Queen Tove.

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Handy if you're just learning the art of the sword.

Gripping a sword overview

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Weekend Warrior 6

I can not even begin to describe what an amazing time I had at Weekend Warrior Experience by @fellandfaironline! Their staff put together an amazing event with amazing quests and equally amazing battles!

I felt as if I had never left. My fellow players across the factions welcomed me with open arms. Despite our differences on the field of battle, the Hearthguard welcomed me by their fire and shared food and drink with me as if I was one of their own. It was truly an experience beyond words. (Not gonna lie, Gamble's offer to join them is certainly tempting.)

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Less than a week to go! Here I come Olaran! Look out Hearthguard, I'm coming for you first!

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From Ithillen rangers united on facebook.com

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Middle Earth Ranger, Armand Doucet’s “Fellowship Dunedain Encampment. 

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Source

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Which larp do you attend? Trying to find one in the Southeast

My main and currently only game is Weekend Warrior Experience by Fell & Fair. It's branded by the owners as an "Immersive Experience" rather than a LARP but all the players treat it more like a LARP cause if it looks like a LARP and quacks like a LARP it's probably a LARP.

You can learn more about it at their website here.

They have fairly strict costuming and aesthetic guidelines, but it's an amazing weekend. I'm pretty sure tickets for the event this October are sold out but you can double check.

I'm also looking into starting to attend Conflict of Ithea though it's still getting itself off the ground thanks to the events of 2019 and 2020 putting a damper on its opening event.

Other LARPers feel free to jump in with info on others in the Southeast! I'm always up for something new!

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French Alps

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Read to stab some Sea Lords

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Ready to shoot some Sea Lords.

(Partial light kit)

Bow: Bows of the Risen Son Rattan Flatbow

Sword: Calimacil longsword

Chest Piece: Handmade by a fellow Ranger (LT Hama).

Tunic and Pants: Medieval Collectibles