Frequently Asked Questions
What are the rules for this event?
Be excellent to one another!
There will be more guidelines for this specific site updated here:
How much does the event cost?
TBD
5 and Under are free
Can I pre-purchase tickets?
Yes. Though you may choose to simply pay at the gate when you arrive.
There will be a link here shortly!
Who's hosting this event?
Ragnaroc is a medievally themed event that is hosted by the Abbey (of the Wanton Wailing War Widows of Ardesca); which is a branch within the Kingdom of Ardesca https://www.kingdomofardesca.org/
Overall, it is part of the Empire of Medieval Pursuits http://empiremp.org/
How do I get there?
If you're looking for a ride from Seatac International or Bellingham Airport, we are working out a shuttle for folks coming in from out of town.
Here's the sign up roster: to be updated.
If you're driving and looking for directions, I have them here: to be updates with a link.
Or you can use the Google Maps plus code: to be updated.
What kind of fighting rules do you use?
We mostly fight with weapons made of rattan, but we also do rebated steel. Here's our conventions of combat: http://empiremp.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/EMP_Conventions_of_Combat_v2018.pdf,
Rattan rules: http://empiremp.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/EMP_Rattan_Rules_2018.pdf.
And Cut-and-Thrust: http://empiremp.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/EMP_Cut_and_Thrust_Rules_v2018.pdf
That's a lot to read, but don't worry! We often have new fighters on the field at this event and welcome the chance to go over how we treat one another with excellence when we meet face to face.
I have been to other medievalist events and clubs, am I welcome here?
You don't need to be a member of the Empire of Medieval Pursuits to attend. We don't have any additional surcharges, or taxes on non-members. Many in our club play in other organizations, like Historical Medieval Battles, Belegarth, Society for Creative Anachronism, Amtguard, and so many more!
I'm a vendor. Can I vend?
The short answer is likely, "yes." We treat our vendors like everyone else: pay at the gate and we trust you to run your business within the bounds of Washington's rules and regulations. Your profits are yours. We like to keep our merchants set up near one another so as to facilitate shopping, so do let us know you're coming: theabbey.ragnaroc@gmail.com
Can I bring my dog/cat/etc.?
Sorry to say, no. The site has a strict no pet policy. This includes your ESA, but not your ADA approved service animal.
I'm interested in volunteering to help with this event.
Thank you! What we can certainly use is folks to help with a 2-hour shift or two at the entry gate. It's a great way to meet people as they come in. Send and email to find out more: TheAbbey.Ragnaroc@gmail.com