Design document
General informaiton
Lipnice castle
The game takes place at the state castle Lipnice nad Sázavou. It is a castle, NOT a Castle Hotel. It is also a National Cultural Monument. Since it is a protected monument, we have to treat it accordingly.
We are only allowed to have our game at this unique location thanks to the benevolence of the caretaker of the castle, and it is a greatly appreciated privilege. We therefore kindly ask you to treat the premises with utmost care.
Is the game suitable for me?
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The castle Lipnice nad Sázavou does not feature barrier-free access, unfortunately, and the players would walk approximately 10km per day on the castle’s premises. Therefore, a certain level of physical capability is necessary.
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The game is accessible to pregnant people, but please carefully consider your physical state if you are in the 36th or later week of pregnancy or if your doctors have warned you of any unusual risks.
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Only players over 18 years of age can participate.
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The game is set in the middle ages and its key themes include religion, inquisition, interrogation, and torture. There will be no increased risk of physical or psychological harm, as there are clear game mechanics for these situations, and you can stop any scene you are not comfortable with. However, if you don’t feel comfortable with themes of faith, religion, and connected topics, this game is not for you.
TIME SCHEDULE OF THE GAME
Thursday
In the afternoon, a snack will be available – bread, cheese, vegetables, and hot tea.
Friday
8 AM – 9 AM
Breakfast
9 AM – 12:30 PM
Workshops and introduction to the world and characters
12:30 PM – 2 PM
Luch and pause for having rest, finishing costumes, take a photo and so.
Pre-game scenes and ritual passage to the game.
Game
approx. midnight
After midnight – lights-out (but we try to stay in the roles)
Saturday
9AM – 10AM breakfast
10AM – approx. 8PM – game
Approx. 8PM – ritual exit from the game
8PM – Debriefing, dinner and party!
DETAILS OF DESIGN DOCUMENT
TIME SCHEDULE OF THE GAME
Thursday
Arrival of players by 2PM
2PM – 6PM Costume fitting
6PM dinner (soup, bread)
Evening programme:
7PM – 10PM Various workshops
Friday
8AM – 9AM breakfast
9AM workshops and introduction to the world and characters
12:30PM lunch
1PM – 2PM pre-game scenes
2PM – 3PM break and preparation for the start of the game
3PM ritual passage into the game
3PM – approx. midnight – game
After midnight – lights-out (but we stay in the roles)
Saturday
9AM – 10AM breakfast
10AM – approx. 8PM – game
Approx. 8PM – ritual exit from the game
8PM – Debriefing, dinner and party!
There will be a pub managed by the organizers where you can buy alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Please bring CZK cash, we do not accept credit cards for technical reasons.
Sunday
9AM breakfast, clean-up and departure
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REGISTRATION AND CASTING
The registration is open until the full capacity of the game is reached, i.e. until all 65 players are assigned a character. The prospective players are enrolled based on the time of their registration. Those who registered after the capacity was fulfilled, will be placed on the waiting list and in case of any vacancies, the registered prospective players on the waiting list will be given a first choice.
The characters are assigned to the players by the organizers based on their preferences indicated in the registration form. Each player receives a choice of 4 characters which they then send back ordered in sequence of their preference. The final casting is performed by the organizers taking into consideration all the above.
