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This page covers the weapons and equipment used in Wizards and Warlords, including melee weapons, shields, projectile weapons, arcane bolts, and siege equipment.


== Melee Weapons ==
== 1. Melee Weapons ==
Melee weapons are handheld weapons used to strike opponents in close combat. All melee weapons must be LARP-safe, suitable for controlled combat, and approved before use.
Melee weapons are handheld weapons used to strike opponents in close combat. All melee weapons must be LARP-safe, suitable for controlled combat, and approved before use.


=== Weapon Categories ===
=== 1.1. Weapon Categories ===
Melee weapons are classified by how they are wielded.
Melee weapons are classified by how they are wielded.


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==== Two-Handed Weapons ====
==== Two-Handed Weapons ====
* Any weapon over 130 cm must be wielded with both hands.
* Any weapon over 130 cm must be wielded with both hands at all time, this includes when blocking.
* Weapons shorter than 130 cm may also be used with two hands.
* Weapons shorter than 130 cm may also be used with two hands.


=== Weapon Rules ===
=== 1.2. Weapon Rules ===
* No thrusting-only weapons are permitted.
* No thrusting with any weapon.
* Thrusting-only weapons are not permitted.
* Throwing weapons (such as throwing knives, rocks and bottles) are not permitted.
* All weapons must pass inspection before use.
* All weapons must pass inspection before use.
* Players are responsible for ensuring their weapons remain safe, well-maintained, and in good repair.
* Players are responsible for ensuring their weapons remain safe, well-maintained, and in good repair.


== Shields ==
== 2. Shields ==
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<div class="wizlords-race-intro-caption">Left to right: buckler, large round shield, and rectangular shield.</div>
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Shields are defensive equipment used to block melee weapons and some projectile weapons. Shields must be safe for contact, have padded edges, and pass inspection before use.
Shields are defensive equipment used to block melee weapons and some projectile weapons. Shields must be safe for contact, have padded edges, and pass inspection before use.


=== Bucklers ===
=== 2.1. Bucklers ===
Bucklers are small round shields.
Bucklers are small round shields.


* Maximum diameter: 40 cm.
* Maximum diameter: 40 cm.


=== Shields ===
=== 2.2. Shields ===
Standard shields may be round or shaped.
Standard shields may be round or shaped.


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* Other shield shapes may be up to 60 cm wide and 90 cm long.
* Other shield shapes may be up to 60 cm wide and 90 cm long.


=== Shield Use ===
=== 2.3. Shield Use ===
Shields can be used to block:
Shields can be used to block:


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* Projectile weapons, including arrows, bolts, and bands from blackpowder weapons
* Projectile weapons, including arrows, bolts, and bands from blackpowder weapons


== Projectile Weapons ==
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Projectile weapons are ranged weapons that fire approved ammunition. Projectile weapons are split into bows, blackpowder simulations, and Arcane Bolts.
 
== 3. Projectile Weapons ==
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<div class="wizlords-race-intro-caption">Left to right: bow and arrows, and bandgun with band ammunition.</div>
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Projectile weapons are ranged weapons that fire approved ammunition. Projectile weapons are split into bows and bandguns.


=== Bows ===
=== 3.1. Bows ===
Bows are physical ranged weapons that fire approved LARP arrows.
Bows are physical ranged weapons that fire approved LARP arrows.


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* Only unaltered IDV brand round-head arrows are permitted.
* Only unaltered IDV brand round-head arrows are permitted.


=== Bandguns ===
=== 3.2. Bandguns ===
Bandguns are blackpowder-style weapon simulations that fire approved band missiles.
Bandguns are blackpowder-style weapon simulators that fire approved band rounds.


These may include:
These may include:
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Bandguns must visually simulate historical or fantasy firearms, such as matchlock, wheellock, or flintlock-style weapons.
Bandguns must visually simulate historical or fantasy firearms, such as matchlock, wheellock, or flintlock-style weapons.


=== Arcane Bolts and Thrown Weapon Rules ===
==== Single-Handed Bandguns ====
* Martial thrown weapons, such as throwing daggers, are not permitted.
* Bandguns up to 60cm in length may be used with one hand.
* Only Arcane Bolts may be thrown by hand.
* Any hand-thrown projectile is considered a magic spell.
 
== Siege Weapons ==
Siege weapons fire large projectiles that function as a stronger version of an Arcane Bolt.
 
=== Damage ===
* A direct hit from a siege weapon inflicts 12 HP damage regardless of the location struck.
* For most players, this is fatal.
* This damage applies even if the projectile hits a:
** Shield
** Weapon
** Costume
 
=== Special Cases ===
* Arcane Servants or Beasts struck by siege weapons take 1 HP damage.
* Magic Shields fully block siege weapon projectiles.
* A character using a Magic Shield is pushed back as if struck by an Arcane Force spell.
 
== Safety Construction Rules ==
All weapons, shields, projectiles, and related equipment must meet the required safety construction standards before being used in play.


The sections below contain the detailed construction rules for each equipment type. These rules are provided for players who are building, modifying, buying, or checking equipment.
==== Two-Handed Bandguns ====
* Any bandgun over 60cm in length must be used with both hands at all times.


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The following brands are generally accepted, pending safety inspection:


* Ateliers Nemesis
== 4. Spell Projectiles ==
* Calimacil
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* Epic Armoury
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* FakeSteel Armoury
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All weapons, including commercial weapons, must still pass inspection before use.
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<div class="wizlords-race-intro-caption">Left to right: Arcane Bolts and Death Balls.</div>
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All melee weapons, whether commercial or homemade, must meet the following standards.


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=== 4.1. Arcane Bolts ===
* Weapon cores must be fibreglass or carbon fibre.
* Only Arcane Bolts may be thrown by hand.
* Weapon cores must be at least 10 mm thick.
* Any hand-thrown projectile is considered a magic spell.


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=== 4.2. Death Balls ===
* Weapon tips must use Kevlar or an equivalent protective material.
Death Balls are black fabric-covered balls thrown by NPCs and monsters.


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* Death Balls count wherever they strike, including invalid strike zones.
* Weapons must be covered in soft polyurethane foam suitable for combat use.
* A hit from a Death Ball deals [[Combat & Damage#4.3. Siege Weapons|Siege Damage]].
* Padding must be sufficient to prevent unsafe contact with the core.


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* The first 40 cm from the head of a polearm must be padded.
* This padding must be thick enough that the core cannot be felt under firm finger pressure.


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== 5. Siege Weapons ==
Homemade weapons are allowed, but must be:
Siege Weapons fire large projectiles that massacre fighters.


* Inspected and approved before their first use.
=== 5.1. Damage ===
* Re-checked before each game.
* See [[Combat & Damage#4.3. Siege Weapons|Siege Damage]].
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=== 5.2. Special Cases ===
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* Arcane Servants or Beasts struck by siege weapons take 1 HP damage.
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* Magic Shields (''see [[Magic#Arcane_Ward|Arcane Ward]] and [[Magic#Holy_Ward|Holy Ward]]'') fully block siege weapon projectiles.
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* A character using a Magic Shield is pushed back as if struck by a weapon dealing Siege Damage.
Shields may be made from wood or foam and may include a metal boss.


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== 6. Safety Construction Rules ==
* Shield edges must have at least 1 cm of progressive give.
All weapons, shields, projectiles, and related equipment must meet the required safety construction standards before being used in play.
* Shield edges must be padded sufficiently so that the core cannot be felt under firm finger pressure.


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The sections below contain the detailed construction rules for each equipment type. These rules are provided for players who are building, modifying, buying, or checking equipment.
* No sharp edges or unsafe protrusions are allowed on the face or sides of the shield.
 
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{{Approved weapon brands}}
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Projectile weapons and ammunition must meet the following standards.


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{{Melee weapon construction standards}}
* Band missiles must be made from blue or green rubber exercise tubing.
* A relaxed band must be at least one-third the length between the trigger catch and front anchor.
* Band ties must be spaced no more than 4 cm apart.
* Cord must be used as joint material.


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{{Shield construction standards}}
* Only unaltered IDV brand round-head arrows are permitted.


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{{Projectile construction standards}}
* Arcane Bolts must be constructed from a foam ball wrapped in cloth.
* The cloth must be secured with twine, string, or a similar material.
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== See Also ==
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* [[Main_Page | Home]]
* [[Combat Rules | The Rules]]


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