New player schedule - Revision history

Spoondog at 15:21, 8 June 2026

2026-06-08T15:21:35Z

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	* '''Midday – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* '''Midday – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!

			* '''New Player Tour right after the official New Player Meeting.''' - A nice, light stroll around the site to help you get your bearings, passing by each nation for a quick, easy-to-digest summary of who they are. More importantly, this tour is a relaxed icebreaker. We encourage you to chat, mingle, and start feeling comfortable in your character's shoes with fellow newcomers.

	* '''1pm – Skirmish Field – Combat Brief''' – This session introduces the basics of LRP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.		* '''1pm – Skirmish Field – Combat Brief''' – This session introduces the basics of LRP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.
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	* '''2pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* '''2pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!

			* '''New Player Tour right after the official New Player Meeting.''' - A nice, light stroll around the site to help you get your bearings, passing by each nation for a quick, easy-to-digest summary of who they are. More importantly, this tour is a relaxed icebreaker. We encourage you to chat, mingle, and start feeling comfortable in your character's shoes with fellow newcomers.

	* '''3pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to the Synod''' – This session will be a talk (with Q&A) explaining Synod works, legal powers of priests, how to vote and raise judgements, inquisitions and the priest skills.		* '''3pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to the Synod''' – This session will be a talk (with Q&A) explaining Synod works, legal powers of priests, how to vote and raise judgements, inquisitions and the priest skills.

Hailmur at 20:55, 12 May 2026

2026-05-12T20:55:39Z

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	* ''' 6pm – Time in!'''		* ''' 6pm – Time in!'''
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Hailmur at 20:54, 12 May 2026

2026-05-12T20:54:53Z

Castaras: /* Friday */

2026-03-25T13:13:48Z

Friday

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	* '''4pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Apothecary''' – During this session, you can learn about, Common Imperial Herbs - Effects, Rules, Phys-Reps, Potions & Poisons - Effects, Rules & Phys-Reps, Brewing & Identifying Potions & Poisons, Apothecary Skill, Chirurgeon Skill, Physick Skill Appropriate Roleplaying Plus brief primers on Imperial lore & censure, uncommon herbs & mysterious potions!		* '''4pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Apothecary''' – During this session, you can learn about, Common Imperial Herbs - Effects, Rules, Phys-Reps, Potions & Poisons - Effects, Rules & Phys-Reps, Brewing & Identifying Potions & Poisons, Apothecary Skill, Chirurgeon Skill, Physick Skill Appropriate Roleplaying Plus brief primers on Imperial lore & censure, uncommon herbs & mysterious potions!
	* ''' 4pm – Skirmish Field – New Player Skirmish''' – This is an opportunity to try out your weapons and costume in a series of small skirmishes run by a number of crew and players in a controlled environment. It’s an opportunity to try the rules in action, learn what suits you, hit and get hit to judge your levels of comfort in a space where ~~you’re~~ character isn’t at risk and with the intention of helping you learn in a low pressure situation!		* ''' 4pm – Skirmish Field – New Player Skirmish''' – This is an opportunity to try out your weapons and costume in a series of small skirmishes run by a number of crew and players in a controlled environment. It’s an opportunity to try the rules in action, learn what suits you, hit and get hit to judge your levels of comfort in a space where your character isn’t at risk and with the intention of helping you learn in a low pressure situation!

	* ''' 5pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* ''' 5pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!

Gamma3000: Slightly more consistent formatting

2025-09-10T17:30:44Z

Slightly more consistent formatting

Gamma3000: /* Friday */ Clarify LGBTQ+ meeting times

2025-09-10T17:27:07Z

Friday: Clarify LGBTQ+ meeting times

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	==Friday==		==Friday==

	* '''Midday – Hall of Worlds – LGBTQ+ New Players Meeting Brief''' – 12:00 – 12:30 New players only, discussion and questions on roleplaying in a world that is blind to gender identity and sexuality. Examples of representation. 12:30-13:30 – Wider invite to PD’s LGBTQ+ community. A place to meet others in the community, celebrate highlights from previous years and find a support network. Please bring along any snacks and refreshments to give a bit of a social ‘fuddle’ atmosphere. A good place for people to show off their pronoun badges!		* '''Midday – Hall of Worlds – LGBTQ+ New Players Meeting Brief'''
			** '''12:00 – 12:30''' New players only, discussion and questions on roleplaying in a world that is blind to gender identity and sexuality. Examples of representation.
			** '''12:30 – 13:30''' – Wider invite to PD’s LGBTQ+ community. A place to meet others in the community, celebrate highlights from previous years and find a support network. Please bring along any snacks and refreshments to give a bit of a social ‘fuddle’ atmosphere. A good place for people to show off their pronoun badges!

	* '''Midday – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* '''Midday – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!

AmyMason: /* Friday */

2025-07-19T21:34:34Z

Friday

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	* '''3pm - Skirmish Field - Archery brief''' – This session will cover the basics of shooting a LARP bow, how to pick your target, shooting into melee, how to check an arrow, and what is acceptable use on the battlefield. Again, this is aimed at new players, those taking Marksman as a skill, and those who may fancy a refresh. It will also give you the chance to ask questions of players who use a bow regularly.		* '''3pm - Skirmish Field - Archery brief''' – This session will cover the basics of shooting a LARP bow, how to pick your target, shooting into melee, how to check an arrow, and what is acceptable use on the battlefield. Again, this is aimed at new players, those taking Marksman as a skill, and those who may fancy a refresh. It will also give you the chance to ask questions of players who use a bow regularly.
	* '''3pm – Skirmish Field – Combat Brief''' - This session introduce the basics of LARP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.		* '''3pm – Skirmish Field – Combat Brief''' - This session introduce the basics of LARP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.
	*'''3pm – Senate Building – ~~Introduction~~ to ~~Senate~~''' - This session ~~will be a talk (with Q&A)~~ explaining the powers ~~and limitations~~ of the ~~Senate~~, how ~~Senate motions go from ideas~~ to ~~shaping the Empire and how you can~~ advocate for your plans.		*'''3pm – Senate Building – How to work game levers''' - This session introduces the basics of LARP politics at Empire, explaining how to make change in the world, how the powers of the Great Houses of State can help, how to advocate for your plans.

	* '''4pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Apothecary''' - During this session, you can learn about, Common Imperial Herbs - Effects, Rules, Phys-Reps, Potions & Poisons - Effects, Rules & Phys-Reps, Brewing & Identifying Potions & Poisons, Apothecary Skill, Chirurgeon Skill, Physick Skill Appropriate Roleplaying Plus brief primers on Imperial lore & censure, uncommon herbs & mysterious potions!		* '''4pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Apothecary''' - During this session, you can learn about, Common Imperial Herbs - Effects, Rules, Phys-Reps, Potions & Poisons - Effects, Rules & Phys-Reps, Brewing & Identifying Potions & Poisons, Apothecary Skill, Chirurgeon Skill, Physick Skill Appropriate Roleplaying Plus brief primers on Imperial lore & censure, uncommon herbs & mysterious potions!

Emmanovi: /* Friday */ LGBTQ+ time update

2024-07-24T11:00:12Z

Friday: LGBTQ+ time update

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	==Friday==		==Friday==

	* '''Midday – Hall of Worlds – LGBTQ+ New Players Meeting Brief''' – 12:00 – 12:30 New players only, discussion and questions on roleplaying in a world that is blind to gender identity and sexuality. Examples of representation. 12:30-15:00 – Wider invite to PD’s LGBTQ+ community. A place to meet others in the community, celebrate highlights from previous years and find a support network. Please bring along any snacks and refreshments to give a bit of a social ‘fuddle’ atmosphere. A good place for people to show off their pronoun badges!		* '''Midday – Hall of Worlds – LGBTQ+ New Players Meeting Brief''' – 12:00 – 12:30 New players only, discussion and questions on roleplaying in a world that is blind to gender identity and sexuality. Examples of representation. 12:30-13:30 – Wider invite to PD’s LGBTQ+ community. A place to meet others in the community, celebrate highlights from previous years and find a support network. Please bring along any snacks and refreshments to give a bit of a social ‘fuddle’ atmosphere. A good place for people to show off their pronoun badges!

	* '''Midday – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* '''Midday – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!

Spoondog at 17:49, 15 July 2024

2024-07-15T17:49:23Z

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	* '''1pm – Skirmish Field - Combat Brief''' – This session introduce the basics of LARP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.		* '''1pm – Skirmish Field - Combat Brief''' – This session introduce the basics of LARP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.
	* '''1pm - Military Council Tent - Public Speaking Class''' - this is a session providing useful advice and tips on improving your confidence and skill speaking to groups and crowds of people.		* '''1pm - Military Council Tent - Public Speaking Class''' - this is a session providing useful advice and tips on improving your confidence and skill speaking to groups and crowds of people.

			* '''1:30pm - Hall of Worlds - PoC Player Meeting''' - An open, welcoming place for PoC players new and old to make friends, talk about experiences on and off the field, and find a sense of community with others who may share in the same culture. A social event with opportunity for discussion, questions and player advice and support.

	* '''2pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' - This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* '''2pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' - This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!

Emmanovi: Removed Academy meeting (IC parents' evening at 6pm instead)

2024-06-05T21:53:19Z

Removed Academy meeting (IC parents' evening at 6pm instead)

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	* ''' 5pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' - This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* ''' 5pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' - This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!
	* ''' 5pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Magic''' - this is a session to talk about combat magic, ritual magic and the Conclave.		* ''' 5pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Magic''' - this is a session to talk about combat magic, ritual magic and the Conclave.
	* ''' 5pm - Academy'''- OOC welcome/Q&A for any parents or young players

	* ''' 6pm - Time in!'''		* ''' 6pm - Time in!'''

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	* '''Midday – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* '''Midday – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!

	* '''1pm – Skirmish Field – Combat Brief''' – This session ~~introduce~~ the basics of ~~LARP~~ combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.		* '''1pm – Skirmish Field – Combat Brief''' – This session introduces the basics of LRP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.
	* '''1pm – Military Council Tent – Public Speaking Class''' – this is a session providing useful advice and tips on improving your confidence and skill speaking to groups and crowds of people.		* '''1pm – Military Council Tent – Public Speaking Class''' – this is a session providing useful advice and tips on improving your confidence and skill when speaking to groups and crowds of people.

	* '''1:30pm – Hall of Worlds – PoC Player Meeting''' – An open, welcoming place for PoC players new and old to make friends, talk about experiences on and off the field, and find a sense of community with others who may share in the same culture. A social event with opportunity for discussion, questions and player advice and support.		* '''1:30pm – Hall of Worlds – PoC Player Meeting''' – An open, welcoming place for PoC players new and old to make friends, talk about experiences on and off the field, and find a sense of community with others who may share in the same culture. A social event with opportunity for discussion, questions and player advice and support.
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	* '''2pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* '''2pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!

	* '''3pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to the Synod''' – This session will be talk (with Q&A) explaining ~~synod~~ works, legal powers of priests, how to vote and raise judgements, inquisitions and the priest skills.		* '''3pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to the Synod''' – This session will be a talk (with Q&A) explaining Synod works, legal powers of priests, how to vote and raise judgements, inquisitions and the priest skills.
	* '''3pm – Skirmish Field – Archery brief''' – This session will cover the basics of shooting a ~~LARP~~ bow, how to pick your target, shooting into melee, how to check an arrow, and what is acceptable use on the battlefield. Again, this is aimed at new players, those taking Marksman as a skill, and those who may fancy a refresh. It will also give you the chance to ask questions of players who use a bow regularly.		* '''3pm – Skirmish Field – Archery brief''' – This session will cover the basics of shooting a LRP bow, how to pick your target, shooting into melee, how to check an arrow, and what is acceptable use on the battlefield. Again, this is aimed at new players, those taking Marksman as a skill, and those who may fancy a refresh. It will also give you the chance to ask questions of players who use a bow regularly.
	* '''3pm – Skirmish Field – Combat Brief''' – This session ~~introduce~~ the basics of ~~LARP~~ combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.		* '''3pm – Skirmish Field – Combat Brief''' – This session introduces the basics of LRP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.
	*'''3pm – Senate Building – How to work game levers''' – This session introduces the basics of ~~LARP~~ politics at Empire, explaining how to make change in the world, how the powers of the Great Houses of State can help, how to advocate for your plans.		*'''3pm – Senate Building – How to work game levers''' – This session introduces the basics of LRP politics at Empire, explaining how to make change in the world, how the powers of the Great Houses of State can help, how to advocate for your plans.

	* '''4pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Apothecary''' – During this session, you can learn about, Common Imperial Herbs - Effects, Rules, Phys-Reps, Potions & Poisons - Effects, Rules & Phys-Reps, Brewing & Identifying Potions & Poisons, Apothecary Skill, Chirurgeon Skill, Physick Skill Appropriate Roleplaying Plus brief primers on Imperial lore & censure, uncommon herbs & mysterious potions!		* '''4pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Apothecary''' – During this session, you can learn about Common Imperial Herbs - Effects, Rules, Phys-Reps, Potions & Poisons - Effects, Rules & Phys-Reps, Brewing & Identifying Potions & Poisons, Apothecary Skill, Chirurgeon Skill, Physick Skill Appropriate Roleplaying Plus brief primers on Imperial lore & censure, uncommon herbs & mysterious potions!
	* ''' 4pm – Skirmish Field – New Player Skirmish''' – This is an opportunity to try out your weapons and costume in a series of small skirmishes run by a number of crew and players in a controlled environment. It’s an opportunity to try the rules in action, learn what suits you, hit and get hit to judge your levels of comfort in a space where your character isn’t at risk and with the intention of helping you learn in a low pressure situation!		* ''' 4pm – Skirmish Field – New Player Skirmish''' – This is an opportunity to try out your weapons and costume in a series of small skirmishes run by a number of crew and players in a controlled environment. It’s an opportunity to try the rules in action, learn what suits you, hit and get hit to judge your levels of comfort in a space where your character isn’t at risk and with the intention of helping you learn in a low-pressure situation!

	* ''' 5pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* ''' 5pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!

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	* '''Midday – Hall of Worlds – LGBTQ+ New Players Meeting Brief'''		* '''Midday – Hall of Worlds – LGBTQ+ New Players Meeting Brief'''
	** '''12:00 – 12:30''' New players only, discussion and questions on roleplaying in a world that is blind to gender identity and sexuality. Examples of representation.		** '''12:00pm – 12:30pm''' – New players only, discussion and questions on roleplaying in a world that is blind to gender identity and sexuality. Examples of representation.
	** '''12:30 – 13:30''' – Wider invite to PD’s LGBTQ+ community. A place to meet others in the community, celebrate highlights from previous years and find a support network. Please bring along any snacks and refreshments to give a bit of a social ‘fuddle’ atmosphere. A good place for people to show off their pronoun badges!		** '''12:30pm – 13:30pm''' – Wider invite to PD’s LGBTQ+ community. A place to meet others in the community, celebrate highlights from previous years and find a support network. Please bring along any snacks and refreshments to give a bit of a social ‘fuddle’ atmosphere. A good place for people to show off their pronoun badges!

	* '''Midday – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* '''Midday – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!

	* '''1pm – Skirmish Field - Combat Brief''' – This session introduce the basics of LARP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.		* '''1pm – Skirmish Field – Combat Brief''' – This session introduce the basics of LARP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.
	* '''1pm - Military Council Tent - Public Speaking Class''' - this is a session providing useful advice and tips on improving your confidence and skill speaking to groups and crowds of people.		* '''1pm – Military Council Tent – Public Speaking Class''' – this is a session providing useful advice and tips on improving your confidence and skill speaking to groups and crowds of people.

	* '''1:30pm - Hall of Worlds - PoC Player Meeting''' - An open, welcoming place for PoC players new and old to make friends, talk about experiences on and off the field, and find a sense of community with others who may share in the same culture. A social event with opportunity for discussion, questions and player advice and support.		* '''1:30pm – Hall of Worlds – PoC Player Meeting''' – An open, welcoming place for PoC players new and old to make friends, talk about experiences on and off the field, and find a sense of community with others who may share in the same culture. A social event with opportunity for discussion, questions and player advice and support.

	* '''2pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' - This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* '''2pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!

	* '''3pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to the Synod''' – This session will be talk (with Q&A) explaining synod works, legal powers of priests, how to vote and raise judgements, inquisitions and the priest skills.		* '''3pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to the Synod''' – This session will be talk (with Q&A) explaining synod works, legal powers of priests, how to vote and raise judgements, inquisitions and the priest skills.
	* '''3pm - Skirmish Field - Archery brief''' – This session will cover the basics of shooting a LARP bow, how to pick your target, shooting into melee, how to check an arrow, and what is acceptable use on the battlefield. Again, this is aimed at new players, those taking Marksman as a skill, and those who may fancy a refresh. It will also give you the chance to ask questions of players who use a bow regularly.		* '''3pm – Skirmish Field – Archery brief''' – This session will cover the basics of shooting a LARP bow, how to pick your target, shooting into melee, how to check an arrow, and what is acceptable use on the battlefield. Again, this is aimed at new players, those taking Marksman as a skill, and those who may fancy a refresh. It will also give you the chance to ask questions of players who use a bow regularly.
	* '''3pm – Skirmish Field – Combat Brief''' - This session introduce the basics of LARP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.		* '''3pm – Skirmish Field – Combat Brief''' – This session introduce the basics of LARP combat and combat at Empire. These sessions will include a brief rundown of the combat rules, how battles work, safety in combat, cinematic roleplay in combat, and some pointers on how to fight safely and enjoyably.
	*'''3pm – Senate Building – How to work game levers''' - This session introduces the basics of LARP politics at Empire, explaining how to make change in the world, how the powers of the Great Houses of State can help, how to advocate for your plans.		*'''3pm – Senate Building – How to work game levers''' – This session introduces the basics of LARP politics at Empire, explaining how to make change in the world, how the powers of the Great Houses of State can help, how to advocate for your plans.

	* '''4pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Apothecary''' - During this session, you can learn about, Common Imperial Herbs - Effects, Rules, Phys-Reps, Potions & Poisons - Effects, Rules & Phys-Reps, Brewing & Identifying Potions & Poisons, Apothecary Skill, Chirurgeon Skill, Physick Skill Appropriate Roleplaying Plus brief primers on Imperial lore & censure, uncommon herbs & mysterious potions!		* '''4pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Apothecary''' – During this session, you can learn about, Common Imperial Herbs - Effects, Rules, Phys-Reps, Potions & Poisons - Effects, Rules & Phys-Reps, Brewing & Identifying Potions & Poisons, Apothecary Skill, Chirurgeon Skill, Physick Skill Appropriate Roleplaying Plus brief primers on Imperial lore & censure, uncommon herbs & mysterious potions!
	* ''' 4pm – Skirmish Field – New Player Skirmish''' – This is an opportunity to try out your weapons and costume in a series of small skirmishes run by a number of crew and players in a controlled environment. It’s an opportunity to try the rules in action, learn what suits you, hit and get hit to judge your levels of comfort in a space where you’re character isn’t at risk and with the intention of helping you learn in a low pressure situation!		* ''' 4pm – Skirmish Field – New Player Skirmish''' – This is an opportunity to try out your weapons and costume in a series of small skirmishes run by a number of crew and players in a controlled environment. It’s an opportunity to try the rules in action, learn what suits you, hit and get hit to judge your levels of comfort in a space where you’re character isn’t at risk and with the intention of helping you learn in a low pressure situation!

	* ''' 5pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' - This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!		* ''' 5pm – Hub – New Player Meeting''' – This is a talk with some opportunity for questions after as time allows touching on many aspects of the game including and not limited to the Agencies of State and how to interact with them, NPCs and what are they for, looking after yourself, what to do if things go wrong, weapons checking and anything else we can think of and fit in or people ask about!
	* ''' 5pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Magic''' - this is a session to talk about combat magic, ritual magic and the Conclave.		* ''' 5pm – Hall of Worlds – Introduction to Magic''' – this is a session to talk about combat magic, ritual magic and the Conclave.

	* ''' 6pm - Time in!'''		* ''' 6pm – Time in!'''