Overview

Mock medieval style combat using foam and latex padded weapons is a major part of the Hynafol experience. Our team and members take great care with weapon specifications, rules to use and great sportsmanship all in an effort to make the combat not only fun, but as safe as possible. However, participating in the combat is akin to a contact sport and should be treated as such. You, the participant, assume all risk in your participation in any activity at Hynafol, but especially by partaking in the combat. 

All weapons are checked before use during the game and must receive either a band, sticker, or in the case of arrows & bolts a colored marking on the shaft indicating their safety.

Please make sure to read these rules and instructions in full before participating. You are responsible for knowing them and how to keep others safe. 

Any unsafe behavior, including but not limited to: intentionally injuring someone, striking unreasonably hard, targeting sensitive areas, or any kind of physical contact outside the prescribed striking is grounds for expulsion from the current and all future Hynafol events. 

This is a game and it’s intended to be fun! Make sure it stays that way.

Hynafol is not a weapons manufacturer and does not, and will not, give instructions on how to craft a suitable weapon.

Our approved vendors, found at the bottom of the page, have spent decades perfecting safe foam & latex weapons, and those vendors should be used for their known safety. 

Please note: The carrying of real weapons such as swords, axes, etc. (even if they are peace tied) is not allowed at Hynafol.