Basic things to start thinking about.

[guiden]

For most, if not all, of our new members, you've been fighting for about a month now. By now, you've probably got a good idea of who you are in the Dagorhirim, or at least, what you want to look like.

If you are starting to feel comfortable with Dagorhir and getting used to the role-play aspect of it, this will be a good time to create some basic garb for yourself.

Here is the direct wording from the Dagorhir Manual of Arms on the Dagorhir site:

1.3. A costume that meets or preferably exceeds minimum Dagorhir requirements which are:

1.3.1. A tunic of crotch length or longer. This requirement may be waived only if the rest of the costume (pants, boots, etc.) is of exceptional quality and appearance.

1.3.2. Medieval-style (baggy) pants, kilt, skirt, etc.

1.3.3. Medieval-style footwear (moccasins, boots that are not blatantly non-medieval in style, earth-tone shoes with leggings, etc.).

I'm sure many of you have already heard this, but if you didn't or forgot, ALL the supplies for creating your basic garb can be found at Wal-mart. Look for the dollar fabric for the best deals.

As for how to make the garb, I suggest taking a look at this for the Basic "T-Tunic":

www.dagorhir.com/HowTo/DagorhirTunic.htm

And here for pants:

www.geocities.com/aggelgorod/clothing2.html

(You can also cut a pair of old sweat pants that is any of the earth base colors and get the same effect.)

I'm only going to explain this for now, as this is a good start for any beginner. Ultimately, this is an exceptable outfit for the beginner:

www.dagorhir.com/aratari/images/rules/First_Timer.gif

Like I said, this is something to START thinking about, as we are being lenient on garb for now, due to the coming close of the Main Dagorhir Event Season. However, it would also not be a good idea to blow something like this off if you plan on participating in official events or other chapter's practices. Remember, in an event, you MUST have minimal costume requirements or you will NOT be allowed to fight in the event. And as for other chapter practice, it's out of respect to them and for our chapter as a whole.

If you would like help with Garb making, let Flint, Phoenix, RHIANNON(!!!111oneoneone) or I know, and we can work out a time for Garb-making. Maybe even during one of our Foam-smithing parties we keep 'talking' about >.> ...

[Rhiannon StarFire]

Hey! *squinty eyes* I resent that Wilhelm was included in that list when he did not make his own garb... *hint hint nudge nudge wink wink* lol

[Lord Wilhelm Arngrimsson]

Yeah dude, thats not cool, I don't know my ass from a bobbin when it comes to making garb, thats all Manda. She deserves more credit than she gets.

[Flint the Red]

Hey Manda, how much would you charge to make something?

[guiden]

Probably less than Stell, then again, Stell makes garb like no one else and she does it for a living.

I SO want to get that Imperial Guard Hoodie tunic she made!

[Rhiannon StarFire]

I guess it depends on what it is and if I can. I'm still teaching myself to sew with patterns and things (I just made a cover for my shelf and am VERY happy about that) lol.

*shrug* But if it is something I can make I'd just charge for materials. I am not yet skilled enough to charge extra.

[Krayth the Forum Uruk]

Maybe give me an estimate on how much it would be to make me a black tunic, red thread, with a red skull stitched onto the front? And maybe some black drawstring pants?

[Rhiannon StarFire]

Like a normal black T-tunic with a skull on it? Hmmm... *shrug* I'm not sure, like I said it depends on how much materials are. But off the top of my head my guess would be around $7 give or take. Thats including two different color fabric for the skull, tunic, and thread. You should be able to find a pair of black drawstring pants at KAIR or Goodwill for pretty damn cheap.

Remember that this is a very sketchy guess. If you wanna add trim or something else it could be more. Its also extra if I have to dirty it up to make it orc-approved.

[guiden]

How much would it be for that Winter Garb, Rhiannon?

[Lord Wilhelm Arngrimsson]

I'll ask and have her post asap... She's been a bit sickly lately.

[Rhiannon StarFire]

The same applies to winter garb: it all depends on materials. Winter garb will generally cost more, mainly due to all the fabric (and heavier fabric) that goes into it.

If you're interested let me know! We can sit down and design something that YOU like. If I'm able to make it I'll sure give it a shot. And if for some reason your garb isn't what you wanted (like I screwed it up in some way) then I will pay to replace the materials. (Note that this doesn't apply if you changed your mind halfway through the process, but if I did something to screw it up)

[Shar]

....could you -assist- me in making garb? because I've found material, patterns, and am planning on doing the work, but I'd like some corroboration on the whole creation process.

[Rhiannon StarFire]

Sure! As far as I'm concerned, design is half the fun. ^___~

[stellaria]

Guiden - I'll be getting your jacket cut out this week. Do you still want it the same size as mine, or should I go a size up?

[guiden]

If you haven't already cut it, a size up will be safe I think, even though I think I'm done growing. ='(

Is it alright if I could pay you in increments? Work has been brutal on my hours and I don't keep enough to even repair weapons unless I starve myself for a few days in between checks.

Of course, during that time, if I get the opportunity/money to pay off rest I will.

If it's too much of a strain, hold on to it and I'll do my best to pay you at the earliest conveniece.