Clarify

• Used when you did not hear or understand a skill, spell, or in-game effect.
• Say “Clarify” discreetly to avoid disrupting play.
• The other player repeats or briefly explains the effect.
• Does not stop combat.

Caution

• A warning of an immediate physical hazard (logs, downed players, obstacles).
• This does not stop the game.
• Do not press an attack against someone warned with “Caution.”

Hold

• Called for a major emergency only.
• Everyone drops to one knee immediately and stops all actions.
• Identify who called the Hold and assist if needed.

Game On

• The all-clear call to resume play.
• Often preceded by a three-count: “One, two, three, game on.”
• Do not use a Hold for tactical advantage.

Weapon Checks

• At check-in, staff will check your weapons for safety and provide tags for them.
• Check your weapons frequently—ideally after every combat.
• If a weapon becomes unsafe, it cannot be used until repaired.
• Bring repair supplies and backup weapons when possible.
• Logistics may help with repairs if needed.

Non-Combat Players & Areas

• Marked with yellow signs for areas and yellow armbands for players/staff.
• Do not strike or physically engage them.
• If you need to attack them, state your attack verbally.

Lights & Lanterns

• Battery-powered candles or lanterns purchased in game are allowed.
• If too bright, you may be asked to dim them.
• Certain light sticks are also allowed and referred to as alchemist rods.
• We ask that you do not use your phone flashlight or any true white light at night, unless in the privacy of your own cabin or in an emergency.

Open Flames

• Open flames are allowed only in designated fire pits.
• A group may assign one fire tender to remain with the fire until extinguished.
• If combat begins nearby:
  • Everyone except the fire tender moves away to engage.
  • The fire tender stays until the fire is fully extinguished.
  • There is to be no combat within 15 feet of a fire. Anyone around the fire is considered combat-flagged and may be dropped as such; however, if the player is willing to engage in combat they are given the grace to move from the fire to engage in combat.

Illegal Real-World Actions

• Real-world laws still apply at Lyre.
• Harassment, assault, theft of personal items, and destruction of property are prohibited.
• We will not tolerate any player feeling unsafe.
• In-game items may be stolen; real props must be returned to staff.
• Your identity may remain hidden by creating your own physical representation after game.

Harassment

• Any form of real-life harassment is strictly forbidden. We understand tension can run high in roleplay; it is important to discern between real-life harassment and in-game player conflict.
• If you start to feel uncomfortable in a heated roleplay, you may call “Fill me in later.”
• Violations may result in immediate removal from the event.

Drugs & Alcohol

• No drugs or alcohol allowed on site.
• Arriving under the influence will result in removal.

Age Policy

• Lyre is an all-ages game.
• Children under 14 must have a guardian present.

Littering

• All trash must leave with you or be placed in proper receptacles.
• Smoke only in designated areas; this includes vaping. Do not vape inside the buildings—be courteous to your fellow players.
• Dispose of cigarette butts properly—do not throw them on the ground.
• Repeated violations may result in removal from the event.

Unconscious State

• When dropped to 0 Vitality, you are Unconscious.
• You cannot move, speak, or use any skills.
• You are considered helpless and may be death-struck.
• After 5 minutes, you naturally awaken with 1 Vitality.

Bleeding Out State

• If you are dropped by called damage, you are bleeding out.
• You have 5 minutes before you enter your spirit count.
• You cannot move or speak.
• This state can be ended by healing or a death strike.

Executing a Death Strike

• Used against a creature or person who is helpless.
• Delivered with a clear three-count:
  • “Death-strike 1”
  • “Death-strike 2”
  • “Death-strike 3”
• Must be spoken clearly and loud enough to be heard.
• A successful death strike bypasses Unconscious and Bleeding Out and brings the target directly to their spirit count.

The Moment of Death

• Death in L.O.R. is permanent.
• You die by:
  • being death-struck
  • bleeding out

The Spirit Realm

• Upon bleeding out or being death-struck, you enter the Spirit Realm.
• You must remain lying where your body fell for 10 minutes.
• After 10 minutes, you are compelled to walk to Death’s Gate. Death’s Gate will be clearly marked and at the start of each game its location will be announced.
• Call for staff upon arrival (be patient—staff may be assisting others).

Final Death

• Once processed at Death’s Gate, your character experiences final death.
• You will begin a new story with help from staff.

The Mori

• The Mori are the ferrymen who carry souls to the next world.
• They are recognized by their purple glowing lanterns.
• In the mortal world, they appear as Will o’ Wisps—only the soft purple light of their lanterns can be seen.
• Death’s Gate is marked by the Mori; gently, they will take you to your next life.

The End of a Mortal Life

• Old age is another finality in Lyre.
• After 5 real-world years of playing a character, they reach old age.
• You decide how your character’s final chapter ends:
  • a peaceful death in bed
  • a final journey into the woods
  • a dramatic final stand
• Once your 5th year concludes, this is your final curtain call.

Base & Cap

• Characters begin with 80 CP.
• Maximum CP is 400 CP.

Earning CP

• 12 CP per event attended.
• 4 CP per PEL (Post-Event Letter).
• 2 CP for setup/teardown — up to 4 CP max per event.

Death & CP Transfer

• Up to 20 unspent CP carries into your next character upon death.

What LP Represents

• LP reflects your soul's accomplishments that carry through to your next character.
• LP converts to bonus CP at a 1:1 ratio when your character dies.

Earning LP

• 1 LP per event attended.
• 1 LP per PEL.
• 1 LP for setup/teardown — up to 2 LP max per event.

Other Uses

• LP might have some secret in-game uses.
• What would you sell your soul for?

Starting Stats

• 5 Vitality
• 3 Energy
• 80 CP (Character Points)

Base Header

• Choose a Base Header at character creation for 0 CP:
  • Warrior
  • Rogue
  • Mage
  • Cleric
  • Primalist

Core Identity Choices

• Ancestry
• Character Background
• (Optional) Nobility — if chosen at character creation.

Available Ancestries

In the world of Lyre there are nine Ancestries:

• Deepfallen
• Dwarf
• Faer Elf
• Goblin
• Half-Ogre
• Halfling
• High Elf
• Human
• Orc

What Ancestry Is

• Each Ancestry has its own advantages, disadvantages, and backstory hooks.
• Ancestry can suggest how you act, look, and view the world—but it does not fully define you.
• Just because your Ancestry is “lazy” (like some Half-Ogre stereotypes) doesn’t mean your Half-Ogre can’t be driven, refined, or clever.

What Backgrounds Represent

• Backgrounds describe where you came from and what you know.
• They define your prior life experiences, training, social position, and story hooks.

Mechanical Impact

• Each Background has its own advantages and disadvantages.
• Some options are only available at character creation and cannot be purchased later.
• Nobility is one such Background-only path.

The Noble Houses of Lyre

• Noble Houses have ruled since the dawn of civilization.
• There are 8 major Noble Houses still in existence.

Creating Your Minor House

• If you choose Nobility at character creation:
  • You create your own Minor House:
    • Choose your House name.
    • Create your House sigil.
  • Your House falls under one of the 8 Major Houses.

Creeds & Advantages

• Your House advantages are tied to the Major House you swear fealty to.
• Your Minor House must, in some way, embody your knighting House’s creed, values, or reputation.

What Headers Do

• Headers grant access to specific class skill trees.
• Your Base Header is chosen at character creation and costs 0 CP.
• Additional Headers cost 16 CP each after your Base Header.

Header Tiers

• Headers are divided into Tiers 1, 2, and 3.
• Prestige Headers:
  • Require a mix of prior Headers to qualify.
  • Count as Tier 3 Headers.

Tier Requirements

• Tier 1: No CP requirement.
• Tier 2: 125 CP total accrued (lifetime CP, not just unspent).
• Tier 3: 200 CP total accrued.