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	'''Expectations.''' We have an expectation that members of the team will be able to attend at least 3 of the 4 events each year. We understand that life can throw us all curve-balls at times, so don't stress if you can't make it to events for some reason, just get in touch and let us know.		'''Expectations.''' We have an expectation that members of the team will be able to attend at least 3 of the 4 events each year. We understand that life can throw us all curve-balls at times, so don't stress if you can't make it to events for some reason, just get in touch and let us know.

	'''Playing and Crewing.''' We do not allow crew in the plot department to alternate attending events as crew and as a player within a year - we ask that you book for a ~~yer~~ as either crew or as a player. Skirmish Team is part of the plot department.		'''Playing and Crewing.''' We do not allow crew in the plot department to alternate attending events as crew and as a player within a year - we ask that you book for a year as either crew or as a player. Skirmish Team is part of the plot department.

	===Time off at Events===		===Time off at Events===

Faithlilley: /* Overview */

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Overview

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	The key roles in each battle are portrayed by the '''Skirmish Team''', with some extra roles played by NPC or other crew. It is down to us to provide the leadership for player monster units during the battles, and represent the elite of the barbarian forces . Our involvement makes the whole experience immersive and fun for all participants.		The key roles in each battle are portrayed by the '''Skirmish Team''', with some extra roles played by NPC or other crew. It is down to us to provide the leadership for player monster units during the battles, and represent the elite of the barbarian forces . Our involvement makes the whole experience immersive and fun for all participants.

	The Skirmish Team is led by '''Faith Elisabeth Lilley''', '''Chira Roberts~~''', and '''Rook Glanten~~''', with support from '''Tom Hancocks''' as the plot writer leading on battles. Collectively, this group are responsible for organising, briefing, and deploying the Skirmish Team for the battles and skirmish encounters at each event.		The Skirmish Team is led by '''Faith Elisabeth Lilley''' and '''Chira Roberts''', with support from '''Tom Hancocks''' as the plot writer leading on battles. Collectively, this group are responsible for organising, briefing, and deploying the Skirmish Team for the battles and skirmish encounters at each event.

	'''We are looking to build the Skirmish Team up to a hundred members, maybe more!'''		'''We are looking to build the Skirmish Team up to a hundred members, maybe more!'''

Faithlilley: links to standard look and feel for barbarian nations. Fixed some link formatting

2024-08-21T13:52:46Z

links to standard look and feel for barbarian nations. Fixed some link formatting

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	* '''Gloves''' — plain black/brown - to hide exposed skin.		* '''Gloves''' — plain black/brown - to hide exposed skin.
	* '''Weapons''' — if you have weapons then please bring them along, we can't provide everyone with them, and variety is always great to have!		* '''Weapons''' — if you have weapons then please bring them along, we can't provide everyone with them, and variety is always great to have!

			additionally, we would love for you to bring your own costume and armour appropriate for the roles you're likely to be playing over the course of an event. There are some comprehensive pages on the look and feel of the major barbarian nations: [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Druj_look_and_feel Druj] \| [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Grendel_look_and_feel Grendel] \| [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Jotun_look_and_feel Jotun] \| [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Thule Thule]

	===What PD provides===		===What PD provides===
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	* '''Basic costume''' — We have a limited number of base layers for each orc nation, but if you want to make your own (which therefore will not be worn by anyone else), we encourage you to do so. There are:		* '''Basic costume''' — We have a limited number of base layers for each orc nation, but if you want to make your own (which therefore will not be worn by anyone else), we encourage you to do so. There are:
	** ''Druj'': green tunics		** ''Druj'': green tunics
			** ''Grendel'': purple waistcoats, sashes, capes, robes
	** ''Jotun'': red tunics		** ''Jotun'': red tunics
	** ''Grendel'': purple waistcoats, sashes, capes, robes
	** ''Thule'': blue robes		** ''Thule'': blue robes
	* '''Armour''' — Profound Decisions owns lightweight armour (breastplates, greaves, and vambraces) specifically for the orc nations. However, if you have any additional armour that would be appropriate, such as chain maile, and wish to wear that then please bring it to be worn as the plot allows. The standard [[https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Weapons_%26_armour#Armour ~~amour~~ rules]] apply.		* '''Armour''' — Profound Decisions owns lightweight armour (breastplates, greaves, and vambraces) specifically for the orc nations. However, if you have any additional armour that would be appropriate, such as chain maile, and wish to wear that then please bring it to be worn as the plot allows. The standard [[https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Weapons_%26_armour#Armour armour rules]] apply to monster roles in the same way they do for players.

	==Crewing the Game==		==Crewing the Game==
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	Please read the standard guide to [[Crewing]] in addition to this team brief.		Please read the standard guide to [[Crewing]] in addition to this team brief.

	We expect you to be as familiar with the [[https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/ game rules and setting for Empire]] as is reasonable for the majority of the player base. Particular attention should be placed upon correct understanding and implementation of the rules around [[https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Combat Combat]] and [[https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Safety_overview Safety]].		We expect you to be as familiar with the [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/ game rules and setting for Empire] as is reasonable for the majority of the player base. Particular attention should be placed upon correct understanding and implementation of the rules around [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Combat Combat] and [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Safety_overview Safety].

	Whilst we don’t expect anyone to know all the tiny details of the game world, we expect that you make an effort to learn the background of the [[https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Barbarian Barbarian nations]] you will be portraying and follow the briefings given to you.		Whilst we don’t expect anyone to know all the tiny details of the game world, we expect that you make an effort to learn the background of the [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Barbarian Barbarian nations] you will be portraying and follow the briefings given to you.

	===Attending Events===		===Attending Events===
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	===Equality, Diversity and Inclusion===		===Equality, Diversity and Inclusion===

	While crewing at an event it is essential that you follow Empire LRP’s [[https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/equalityanddiversity Equality and Diversity policy]]. If you are unable, or unwilling, to meet the requirements of this policy, then Skirmish Team is certainly not for you.		While crewing at an event it is essential that you follow Empire LRP’s [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/equalityanddiversity Equality and Diversity policy]. If you are unable, or unwilling, to meet the requirements of this policy, then Skirmish Team is certainly not for you.

	Additionally, please ensure you are familiar with the [[https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Conduct Code of Conduct]].		Additionally, please ensure you are familiar with the [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Conduct Code of Conduct].

	===Social Media Policy===		===Social Media Policy===

Faithlilley: several minor edits to update wording to be more grounded in the now than aspirational. Also added info on expectations on attending events.

2024-08-21T13:40:03Z

several minor edits to update wording to be more grounded in the now than aspirational. Also added info on expectations on attending events.

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	==Team Vision==		==Team Vision==

	We aim to have the most effective, adaptable and experienced combat crew ever at LRP. We know ~~it will take time~~ and ~~dedication,~~ from all involved, so ~~anyone~~ who is a part of the team is encouraged to share their thoughts on how we can get there! The more input we ~~can get~~ from the team—at every level—the better ~~it will be~~.		We aim to have the most effective, adaptable and experienced combat crew ever at LRP. We know this takes dedication and a commitment to continual improvement from all involved, so everyone who is a part of the team is encouraged to share their thoughts on how we can get there! The more input we have from the team—at every level—the better we are.

	The team has a budget to purchase ~~any~~ materials and kit ~~that we feel will~~ help us run the most fun, emotive, dramatic and challenging skirmishes possible, so those conversations about ‘wouldn’t it be nice if we had x’ are now, what shall we get first! All members of the team ~~will be~~ encouraged to help out planning what to get next and helping to create it.		The team has a budget to purchase materials and kit to help us run the most fun, emotive, dramatic and challenging skirmishes possible, so those conversations about ‘wouldn’t it be nice if we had x’ are now, what shall we get first! All members of the team are encouraged to help out planning what to get next and helping to create it.

	So please keep reading for the specifics of what is involved. We fully acknowledge that it requires dedication from our team, but is hugely rewarding as well as a lot of fun. If you want to help build and be a part of the coolest team in Empire then please get in touch!		So please keep reading for the specifics of what is involved. We fully acknowledge that it requires dedication from our team, but is hugely rewarding as well as a lot of fun. If you want to help build and be a part of the coolest team in Empire then please get in touch!
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	==Role and Responsibilities==		==Role and Responsibilities==

	There ~~will be~~ plenty of fighting, so it's essential that you're enthusiastic about LRP fighting! Hard skills, roleplaying and fighting are really useful, so we need for you to have at least some experience. You'll get plenty of practice at the events, and we have ~~train~~ sessions at the start of each event as well. Most of the core hard work takes place during daylight at the event, so you will get evenings off, but there are opportunities for night-time encounters as well.		There is plenty of fighting, so it's essential that you're enthusiastic about LRP fighting! Hard skills, roleplaying and fighting are really useful, so we need for you to have at least some experience. You'll get plenty of practice at the events, and we have training sessions at the start of each event as well. Most of the core hard work takes place during daylight at the event, so you will get evenings off, but there are opportunities for night-time encounters as well.

	Being part of the Skirmish Team isn't just about fighting, as you’ll help us create the visual look and feel for the elite units the Empire faces. It's down to the Skirmish Team to portray the individual characters that bring the plots and campaign to life.		Being part of the Skirmish Team isn't just about fighting, as you’ll help us create the visual look and feel for the elite units the Empire faces. It's down to the Skirmish Team to portray the individual characters that bring the plots and campaign to life.
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	Taking part in these duties is as much a part of being on the Skirmish Team as is chasing people through the woods with rubber sticks. We recognise that anyone might occasionally have to arrive late or leave without assisting due to a whole variety of reasons. If this is the case, then you must inform one of the team leads before or at the start of the event.		Taking part in these duties is as much a part of being on the Skirmish Team as is chasing people through the woods with rubber sticks. We recognise that anyone might occasionally have to arrive late or leave without assisting due to a whole variety of reasons. If this is the case, then you must inform one of the team leads before or at the start of the event.

	Before the game starts we are tasked with:		'''Before the game starts''' we are tasked with:
	* Unloading kit from the Skirmish Storage Container		* Unloading kit from the Skirmish Storage Container
	* Unloading kit from the PD van		* Unloading kit from the PD van
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	* Training with the rest of the team		* Training with the rest of the team

	After the game ends we are tasked with:		'''After the game ends''' we are tasked with:
	* Clearing personal kit from our area of the Monster tent		* Clearing personal kit from our area of the Monster tent
	* Removing infrastructure from the woods and field		* Removing infrastructure from the woods and field
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	* Packing kit into the PD van		* Packing kit into the PD van
	* Assisting the rest of the Plot Team to quickly clear the Monster tent		* Assisting the rest of the Plot Team to quickly clear the Monster tent



	==Equipment and Supplies==		==Equipment and Supplies==
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	===Attending Events===		===Attending Events===

	In order to attend an event you must pre-book using the [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/ Profound Decisions website]. We have a larger pool of team members than actual crew spaces, so event attendance will always be based on a first-come first-served basis.		'''Booking.''' In order to attend an event you must pre-book using the [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/ Profound Decisions website]. We have a larger pool of team members than actual crew spaces, so event attendance will always be based on a first-come first-served basis.

			'''Not Showing Up.''' If you book for an event and fail to turn up without prior notice you will receive one warning and then, if it happens again, you will be removed from the Skirmish Team. Please do not turn up to an event without booking. If you are unsure about attending an event, please let the Skirmish Team leads know by emailing [mailto:battles@profounddecisions.co.uk battles@profounddecisions.co.uk] ahead of the event. If you are unable to attend the event at short notice, then please let someone know via the Skirmish Team Facebook group and email us after the event.

	~~If you book for~~ an ~~event and fail~~ to ~~turn up without prior notice you will receive one warning and then~~, if it ~~happens again~~, ~~you will be removed from the Skirmish Team. Please do not turn up to an event without booking~~.		'''Expectations.''' We have an expectation that members of the team will be able to attend at least 3 of the 4 events each year. We understand that life can throw us all curve-balls at times, so don't stress if you can't make it to events for some reason, just get in touch and let us know.

	~~If you are unsure about attending an event, please let the Skirmish Team leads know by emailing [mailto:battles@profounddecisions~~.~~co.uk battles@profounddecisions.co.uk] ahead of~~ the ~~event~~. ~~If you are unable to attend the event at short notice, then please let someone know via the~~ Skirmish Team ~~Facebook group and email us after~~ the ~~event~~.		'''Playing and Crewing.''' We do not allow crew in the plot department to alternate attending events as crew and as a player within a year - we ask that you book for a yer as either crew or as a player. Skirmish Team is part of the plot department.

	===Time off at Events===		===Time off at Events===
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	* '''Your opinion is your own''' — you will come across discussions on social media about the game and events. Please do not offer your opinion from the perspective of a member of PD crew—that will come across as an official statement or position from Profound Decisions		* '''Your opinion is your own''' — you will come across discussions on social media about the game and events. Please do not offer your opinion from the perspective of a member of PD crew—that will come across as an official statement or position from Profound Decisions
	* '''Avoid discussions on battles and skirmishes''' — please do not comment on player discussions about Battles or Skirmishes, even if you believe they have misunderstood something		* '''Avoid discussions on battles and skirmishes''' — please do not comment on player discussions about Battles or Skirmishes, even if you believe they have misunderstood something

			''As always with any rules and guidelines, exceptions may be made for extenuating circumstances. If in any doubt, please contact the team leads.''

Faithlilley: /* What PD provides */

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What PD provides

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	* '''Weapons''' — we have a large armoury of various LRP weapons that you can use for various roles. There is not enough for everyone, so if you have weapons of your own please bring them along!		* '''Weapons''' — we have a large armoury of various LRP weapons that you can use for various roles. There is not enough for everyone, so if you have weapons of your own please bring them along!
	* '''Basic costume''' — We have a limited number of base layers for each orc nation, but if you want to make your own (which therefore will not be worn by anyone else), we encourage you to do so. There are:		* '''Basic costume''' — We have a limited number of base layers for each orc nation, but if you want to make your own (which therefore will not be worn by anyone else), we encourage you to do so. There are:
	** ''Druj'': green tunics)		** ''Druj'': green tunics
	** ''Jotun'': red tunics		** ''Jotun'': red tunics
	** ''Grendel'': purple waistcoats, sashes, capes, robes		** ''Grendel'': purple waistcoats, sashes, capes, robes
	** ''Thule'': blue robes		** ''Thule'': blue robes
	* '''Armour''' — Profound Decisions owns lightweight armour (breastplates, greaves, and vambraces) specifically for the orc nations. However, if you have any additional armour that would be appropriate, such as chain maile, and wish to wear that then please bring it to be worn as the plot allows. The standard [[https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Weapons_%26_armour#Armour amour rules]] apply.		* '''Armour''' — Profound Decisions owns lightweight armour (breastplates, greaves, and vambraces) specifically for the orc nations. However, if you have any additional armour that would be appropriate, such as chain maile, and wish to wear that then please bring it to be worn as the plot allows. The standard [[https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Weapons_%26_armour#Armour amour rules]] apply.

	==Crewing the Game==		==Crewing the Game==

Faithlilley: Major update for the page

2024-06-24T15:14:54Z

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	''We are looking to expand the Skirmish team.''		''We are looking to expand the Skirmish team.''

	If you think you are the right person to join us, please [mailto:~~battle~~@profounddecisions.co.uk email the Battle Team] to express an interest in joining the team.		If you think you are the right person to join us, please [mailto:battles@profounddecisions.co.uk email the Battle Team] to express an interest in joining the team.

	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Easter2013MondayBattle.jpg\|caption=Empire Skirmish\|width=900px\|align=center}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Easter2013MondayBattle.jpg\|caption=Empire Skirmish\|width=900px\|align=center}}
	[[Category:Crew]]		[[Category:Crew]]

Faithlilley: /* What to Bring */ fix link

2023-05-24T15:52:41Z

What to Bring: fix link

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	* '''Strong boots''' – army boots or hiking boots are strongly advised. The most important thing is having ankle support and protection for all of your feet. You will be fighting in the woods and possibly in a lot of mud. Having a pair of waterproof boots with good grip is better than having a pair of boots that look entirely IC and setting appropriate.		* '''Strong boots''' – army boots or hiking boots are strongly advised. The most important thing is having ankle support and protection for all of your feet. You will be fighting in the woods and possibly in a lot of mud. Having a pair of waterproof boots with good grip is better than having a pair of boots that look entirely IC and setting appropriate.
	* '''Thermals''' – these will be useful to have at E1 and E4 when it can get cold at night.		* '''Thermals''' – these will be useful to have at E1 and E4 when it can get cold at night.
	* '''Neck covering''' – a plain black neck wrap, scarf or snood. E.g. [https://amzn.to/~~3IF6Mrc\|~~Bandoozi Neck Warmer on Amazon]		* '''Neck covering''' – a plain black neck wrap, scarf or snood. E.g. [https://amzn.to/3oubYap Bandoozi Neck Warmer on Amazon]
	* '''Gloves''' – plain black/brown - to hide exposed skin.		* '''Gloves''' – plain black/brown - to hide exposed skin.
	* '''Weapons''' – if you have weapons then please bring them along, we can't provide everyone with them, and variety is always great to have!		* '''Weapons''' – if you have weapons then please bring them along, we can't provide everyone with them, and variety is always great to have!

Faithlilley: /* Overview */

2023-05-24T14:16:51Z

Overview

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	Although we encourage the other crew to help with the numbers needed for the battles, the key roles go to the Skirmish Team - it's down to them to provide the leadership for player monster units and represent the elite of the barbarian forces during the battles. Their involvement makes the whole experience immersive and fun for all participants.		Although we encourage the other crew to help with the numbers needed for the battles, the key roles go to the Skirmish Team - it's down to them to provide the leadership for player monster units and represent the elite of the barbarian forces during the battles. Their involvement makes the whole experience immersive and fun for all participants.

	The Skirmish Team is led by Faith Elisabeth Lilley, Chira Roberts, Rook Glanten, and Tom Hancocks as part of their role in the [[Battle Team]]. They are responsible for organising, briefing, and deploying the Skirmish Team for the battles and skirmish encounters at the event.		The Skirmish Team is led by '''Faith Elisabeth Lilley''', '''Chira Roberts''', '''Rook Glanten''', and '''Tom Hancocks''' as part of their role in the [[Battle Team]]. They are responsible for organising, briefing, and deploying the Skirmish Team for the battles and skirmish encounters at the event.

	'''We are looking to build the Skirmish Team up to a hundred members, maybe more!'''		'''We are looking to build the Skirmish Team up to a hundred members, maybe more!'''

Faithlilley: /* What PD provides */ formatting

2023-05-24T14:15:57Z

What PD provides: formatting

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	The basic Orc costume is a coloured tunic over your base layers, lightweight orc breast plate / greaves / vambraces, a snood, a mask and gloves. If you wish to improve your own kit and make items for your own sole use then the following are the best places to start;		The basic Orc costume is a coloured tunic over your base layers, lightweight orc breast plate / greaves / vambraces, a snood, a mask and gloves. If you wish to improve your own kit and make items for your own sole use then the following are the best places to start;

	* '''Weapons''' - we have a large armoury of various LRP weapons that you can use for various roles. There is not enough for everyone, so if you have weapons of your own please bring them along!		* '''Weapons''' – we have a large armoury of various LRP weapons that you can use for various roles. There is not enough for everyone, so if you have weapons of your own please bring them along!
			* '''Tunics''' – We have a limited number of tunics for each orc nation, based on their colouring, but if you want to make your own (which therefore will not be worn by anyone else), we encourage you to do so. There are [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Barbarian two main nations of orcs] - the Druj (dark green), and the Jotun (deep red). Two other orc nations - the Grendel and the Thule - are sometimes in conflict with the Empire.
	* '''Tunics''' - We have a limited number of tunics for each orc nation, based on their colouring, but if you want to make your own (which therefore will not be worn by anyone else), we encourage you to do so. There are [https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Barbarian two main nations of orcs] - the Druj (dark green), and the Jotun (deep red). Two other orc nations - the Grendel and the Thule - are sometimes in conflict with the Empire.		* '''Armour''' – Profound Decisions owns lightweight armour (breastplates, greaves, and vambraces) specifically for the orc nations. However, if you have any additional armour that would be appropriate, such as chain maile, and wish to wear that then please bring it to be worn as the plot allows. The standard amour rules apply.

	* Armour – Profound Decisions owns lightweight armour (breastplates, greaves, and vambraces) specifically for the orc nations. However, if you have any additional armour that would be appropriate, such as chain maile, and wish to wear that then please bring it to be worn as the plot allows. The standard amour rules apply.
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	* War-skirt - Profound Decisions has a small number of war-skirts for use as the barbarian orcs; however, if you already own one, or want to make one to use at Empire then please do feel free to ask for help and advice. Ideally the war skirt should be neutrally coloured, using leathers, hessian, and brown fabrics. You can always adda further top layer appropriate for each tribe in due course. -->		* War-skirt - Profound Decisions has a small number of war-skirts for use as the barbarian orcs; however, if you already own one, or want to make one to use at Empire then please do feel free to ask for help and advice. Ideally the war skirt should be neutrally coloured, using leathers, hessian, and brown fabrics. You can always adda further top layer appropriate for each tribe in due course. -->