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 ====== Items & Equipment ======
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-Weapons, armor, potions, alchemical items, and magical trinkets all play vital roles in the Volaire world. This page outlines the rules governing their use, crafting, and representation.
+Weapons, armor, shields, potions, poisons, and magical items are not just tools—they are extensions of your character's capabilities and storytelling. This page provides a clear reference to the rules and mechanics governing items in Volaire LARP, as detailed in the official rulebook.
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 All weapons must:
-  * Be **boffer-safe** and pass a staff inspection
+  * Be **constructed safely** with boffer-legal materials
-  * Follow the approved **angle of attack** (45°–90° arcs only)
+  * **Pass a safety inspection** by staff before use
-  * Be **physically tagged** if they are enchanted, alchemical, or unique
+  * Be **swung in a controlled arc** (no stabbing unless approved by staff)
+  * Bear a **visible tag** if magical, alchemical, or otherwise special
-**Weapon Classifications:**
+==== Weapon Types & Damage ====
-^ Type             ^ Length (in)         ^ Base Damage ^ Notes                                  ^
-| Small Weapon     | ≤ 24               | 2           | Daggers, fists, clubs                   |
-| Short Sword      | 26–32              | 4           | One-handed weapons                      |
-| Long Sword       | 34–44              | 4           | One-handed, longer reach                |
-| 2-Handed Weapon  | 48–62              | 6           | Must be used with both hands            |
-| Bow/Crossbow     | N/A                | 8           | Max 10 lb draw, not usable in melee     |
-| Polearm/Spear    | 60–72              | 6           | No thrusting, spear+shield disallowed   |
-**Thrown Weapons:**
+^ Weapon Type       ^ Length (inches) ^ Base Damage ^ Notes                                 ^
-  * Must have soft open-cell foam tips
+| Small Weapon      | ≤ 24            | 2           | Daggers, fists, claws                  |
-  * Count as 2 damage unless stated otherwise
+| Short Weapon      | 26–32           | 4           | One-handed swords, axes, maces        |
+| Long Weapon       | 34–44           | 4           | Longer one-handed weapons             |
+| Two-Handed Weapon | 48–62           | 6           | Must be held with both hands          |
+| Polearms/Spears   | 60–72           | 6           | No thrusting unless approved; no shield use |
+| Bows/Crossbows    | N/A             | 8           | 10lb draw max; not usable in melee    |
+| Thrown Weapons    | N/A             | 2           | Must be open-cell foam, max 2 per hand |
-**Weapon Skills:**
+*You must possess the appropriate Weapon Proficiency skill to legally wield a given weapon.*
-You must have the appropriate **Weapon Proficiency** skill to wield specific types.
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 ===== 🛡️ Shields =====
-Shields:
+Shields must:
-  * Must be **sized correctly** – arm’s length, armpit to fingertips
+  * Be no larger than the wielder’s arm (armpit to fingertips)
-  * Cannot be used to bash, slam, or push
+  * Never be used to **bash, charge, or pin**
-  * Must not be used with spears
+  * Not be paired with **Polearms or Spears**
-  * Cannot fully hide behind them ("No Turtling")
+  * Be shaped to avoid **turtling** (completely hiding the body)
+All shields are subject to inspection for safe construction and use.
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 ===== 🧱 Armor =====
-Armor provides a physical buffer before your Health Points are affected.
+Armor provides **Armor Points (AP)**—a buffer that absorbs damage before Health Points (HP) are affected.
-**Armor Points are based on:**
+==== Armor Point Calculation ====
-  * **Material** (Leather, Chain, Plate, etc.)
-  * **Region covered** (Torso, Head, Arms, Legs)
-  * **Layering** – only two layers are counted:
-    - Outer layer: full value
-    - Inner layer: 50% value
-^ Material                          ^ Points (Torso) ^ Notes                                 ^
+Armor value is based on:
-| Padded/Gambeson                  | 6              | Light costume armor                   |
+  * **Material**
-| Soft Leather                     | 10             | Basic defense                         |
+  * **Coverage area** (torso, limbs, head)
-| Studded or Boiled Leather        | 12–18          | Medium armor                          |
+  * **Layering rules**:
-| Chain Mail                       | 24–28          | Moderate-heavy protection             |
+    - Outer layer grants full value
-| Metal Plate                      | 28–45          | Heavy armor                           |
+    - Inner layer grants 50% value
+    - Only two layers are counted
-**Costume Armor** provides a flat 5 Armor Points for players without proper physreps (limited to early events only).
+^ Material Type              ^ AP (Torso) ^ Notes                               ^
+| Padded / Gambeson          | 6          | Light cloth armor                   |
+| Soft Leather               | 10         | Basic defense                       |
+| Studded / Boiled Leather   | 12–18      | Moderate defense                    |
+| Chain Mail                | 24–28      | Heavy protection                    |
+| Metal Plate               | 28–45      | Maximum defense                     |
-See the full [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:crafting|Crafting & Alchemy]] section for how to make, repair, and augment armor.
+==== Costume Armor ====
+New characters (Events 1–2) may use **costume-only armor** for 5 AP. This requires:
+  * **No mechanical benefit layering**
+  * **Limited duration**—must be upgraded by Event 3
+See [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:crafting|Crafting & Alchemy]] for armor repair, construction, and augmentation rules.
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 ===== ✨ Magical Items =====
-Magical items may include:
+Magical items are diverse and may include:
-  * **Cloaks**, **Spell Shields**, or **Augments**
+  * Spell-empowered weapons and shields
-  * Must have a **valid Logistics tag**
+  * Enchanted cloaks, rings, or armor
-  * Can only be used by the **character to whom they are assigned**
+  * Augment stones, limited-use effects, or persistent buffs
-  * May have **daily reset limits**, charges, or effects requiring activation
-If you're unsure how an item works, check with a **Game Manager** or **Marshal** before using it in-play.
+==== Rules for Use ====
+  * All magical items must have a **Logistics-issued tag**
+  * Items are **non-transferable** without staff approval
+  * Items may be restricted by class, race, or skill
+  * Some have **charges**, **daily uses**, or **activation triggers**
+Expired or misused magical items are subject to confiscation and rule penalties.
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 ===== ⚗️ Potions, Poisons & Alchemy =====
-See detailed pages for:
+These items require:
+  * **Correct skill**: Create Potion, Create Poison, or Alchemy
+  * **Lab physrep** (after your 4th event)
+  * **Turn-in of crafting tags at Check-In** to receive items
+Most consumables:
+  * Have a **1-year shelf life**
+  * Are single-use unless stated otherwise
+  * Must be clearly labeled and safely physrepped
+Detailed rules and recipes are listed in:
+  * [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:labs_and_lore|Labs, Components & Recipes]]
   * [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:crafting|Crafting & Alchemy]]
   * [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:poisons|Poison Crafting & Application]]
-  * [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:labs_and_lore|Labs, Components & Recipes]]
-These consumables often require:
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-  * A **lab physrep** (after your 4th event)
-  * A crafting skill (Alchemy, Poison, Potion)
-  * Tag hand-in at Check-In to receive useable items
-Most have a **shelf life of 1 year**.
+===== 🎭 Physreps & Representation =====
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+After your **fourth event**, physreps are **required** for the following:
+  * Weapons, shields, and armor
+  * Spellbooks and focus items
+  * Crafting labs and magical items
-===== 🎭 Physreps & Expectations =====
+Physreps must:
+  * Match the item type and theme of the setting
+  * Be visibly worn or carried when used
+  * Be inspectable by staff on request
-After your **fourth event**, all items (armor, weapons, spellbooks, labs) must have a **physical representation**. These:
+If your item has no physrep, it cannot be used.
-  * Enhance immersion
-  * Allow proper enforcement of rules
-  * Support player accountability
-Need help building physreps? Ask the community or staff—we love to help you look awesome.
+Need help crafting or sourcing a physrep? Ask the community or consult staff—we’re happy to help bring your vision to life.
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-===== Related Sections =====
+===== Related Reference Pages =====
   * [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:crafting|Crafting & Alchemy]]
   * [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:combat|Combat Rules]]
   * [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:magic|Magic & Spellcasting]]
   * [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:conditions_and_effects|Status Effects]]
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-**Volaire LARP** – //Every tool has a tale. Every blade, a bond. Every item, a consequence.//
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