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SimuCon 2023

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[[File:SimuCon2019logo.png|right|300px|SimuCon 2019 Logo]]

'''SimuCon''' is a yearly gathering in St. Louis near [[Simutronics]] headquarters usually taking place near the end of the summer.

'''OFFICIAL''' dates for 2023 are Thursday, July 13 through Sunday, July 16, 2023 at the Sheraton Westport Plaza Hotel. Room reservation link Room reservation link [https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1671037150079&key=GRP&app=resvlink here].

==2023 Schedule==
===Main Schedule===
{| {{prettytable|text-align:center;}}
! Day
! Time
! colspan="6"| Activity
|-
| rowspan="13" style="text-align: center;font-weight:bold; vertical-align:top;" | Thursday July 13
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 9:00 AM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Coffee, Juice, Muffins in the Main Room
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 10:00 AM
| colspan="1" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Registration Opens
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 12:00 PM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Lunch break (on your own)
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 4:00 PM
| colspan="2" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color:#FFE6CC;" | Live Alteration Sessions 1,3
| colspan="1" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | D&D Session 0 2
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 5:00 PM
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 6:00 PM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Dinner break (on your own)
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 7:00 PM
| colspan="1" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #D6F3FF;" | GS - Quest Runs 1
| colspan="1" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #D6FFE7;" | DR - Crafting Social 1
| rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | D&D One-Shot 2
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 8:00 PM
| colspan="1" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | Blood on the Clocktower
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 9:00 PM
| colspan="1" rowspan="3" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | Sip & Paint
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 10:00 PM
| colspan="1" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | D&D One-Shot 2
| colspan="1" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | Jackbox Games
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 11:00 PM
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 1:00 AM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #F2DDDC;" | Quiet Hours - Volume down, liquor bottles away
|-

| rowspan="16" style="text-align: center;font-weight:bold; vertical-align:top;" | Friday July 14
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 9:00 AM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Coffee, Juice, Muffins in the Main Room
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 10:00 AM
| colspan="1" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Registration Opens
| colspan="2" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color:#FFE6CC;" | Live Alteration Sessions 1,3
| colspan="1" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | D&D One-Shot 2
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 11:00 AM
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 12:00 PM
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Lunch break (on your own)
| style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | Lunch with Staff (perk)
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 2:00 PM
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6F3FF;" | GS Panel - Creating and Modifying Verbs
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6FFE7;" | DR Panel - Constructing a GMPC
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 3:00 PM
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6F3FF;" | GS Panel - Building a Quest
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6FFE7;" | DR Panel - Constructing a GM Event
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 4:00 PM
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6F3FF;" | GS Panel - Free Festivals - What's in Store
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6FFE7;" | DR Panel - Informal Q&A with Staff
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 5:00 PM
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6F3FF;" | GS Panel - Spirit Beasts
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6FFE7;" | DR Panel - Player run - PvP and You
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 6:00 PM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Dinner break (on your own)
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 7:00 PM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | State of Elanthia and Raffle Prizes
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 8:00 PM
| rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #D6F3FF;" | GS - Kotwynn Forest 1
| rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #D6FFE7;" | DR - Blindfolded PvP 1
| rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | D&D One-Shot **
| rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | Once Upon a Time
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 9:00 PM
| colspan="1" rowspan="3" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | Munchkins Tournament
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 10:00 PM
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 11:00 PM
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 1:00 AM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #F2DDDC;" | Quiet Hours - Volume down, liquor bottles away
|-

| rowspan="17" style="text-align: center;font-weight:bold; vertical-align:top;" | Saturday July 15
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 9:00 AM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Coffee, Juice, Muffins in the Main Room
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 10:00 AM
| colspan="1" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Registration Opens
| colspan="2" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color:#FFE6CC;" | Live Alteration Sessions 1,3
| colspan="1" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | D&D One-Shot 2
| Colspan="1" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | Dungeon Mayhem
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 11:00 AM
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 12:00 PM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Lunch break (on your own)
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 1:00 PM
| Colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | GS: Spirit Beasts 1
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 2:00 PM
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6F3FF;" | GS Panel - The Art of Invasions
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6FFE7;" | DR Panel - Systems with Armifer
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 3:00 PM
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6F3FF;" | GS Panel - Storylines of 2023
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6FFE7;" | DR Panel - Live Dev
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 4:00 PM
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6F3FF;" | GS Panel - Lore and the Language of the Land
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6FFE7;" | DR Panel - Roleplaying in DR
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 5:00 PM
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6F3FF;" | GS Panel - Creature Creations
| colspan="2" rowspan="1" style="text-align: left;background-color: #D6FFE7;" | DR Panel - Constructing a Player-run Event
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 6:00 PM
| colspan="5" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Dinner break (on your own)
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 7:00 PM
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 8:00 PM
| colspan="4" rowspan="4" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Costume Party / Casino Night
| colspan="1" rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFFED6;" | D&D One-Shot 2
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 9:00 PM
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 10:00 PM
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 11:00 PM
|-
| style="text-align: right" | 1:00 AM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #F2DDDC;" | Quiet Hours - Volume down, liquor bottles away
|-

| rowspan="2" style="text-align: center;font-weight:bold; vertical-align:top;" | Sunday July 16
| style="text-align: right" | 2:00 PM
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;background-color: #FFE6CC;" | Room closes - SimuCon ends
|}

1 You must bring your own laptop and have an active account to participate

2 D&D One Shots: These will be 60-90 minutes sessions. You must pre-register for a session in the Box Office. Try to make Session 0!

3 Live Alteration Sessions: First come, first served! There are several sessions scheduled, and everyone is allowed to claim one alteration but they MUST make it to one of these sessions.

Tune in to our livestream at http://www.twitch.tv/radiofreesimucon to view Some of our GS panels! Other activities will be streamed ad-hoc throughout the 'Con

===Panel Schedule===
{| {{prettytable|text-align:center;}}
|+ '''Panel Schedule ALL TIMES CST (CENTRAL TIME)
|-
! Day
! Time
!Activity
!Panelists
|-
|rowspan="5"|Friday
|2:00 PM
|Creating and Modifying Verbs
|??
|-
|3:00 PM
|Building a Quest
|??
|-
|4:00 PM
|Free Festivals - What's in Store
|??
|-
|5:00 PM
|Spirit Beasts
|??
|-
|7:00 PM
|State of Elanthia
|??
|-
|rowspan="4"|Saturday
|2:00 PM
|The Art of Invasions
|??
|-
|3:00 PM
|Storylines of 2023
|??
|-
|4:00 PM
|Lore and the Language of the Land
|??
|-
|5:00 PM
|Creature Creations
|??
|-
|}

===Main Events & Side Quest Announcement===

====SimuCon Main Events: Live Alterations====

Back again this year, there will be two sessions per day on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday where you will be able to sit with a GameMaster and get an alteration done. Look for posted GM names when our schedule is solidified!

====SimuCon Main Quest: Roarin’ 20’s Themed Casino Night!====

Join us in the main room for an exciting and fun Roarin’ 20’s Costumed (or Casual!) Event as we dive into a Speakeasy to play Craps, Texas Hold ‘em, Roulette, Blackjack, and 3-card Poker!
Elite Events will be providing this entertainment for us, while Simutronics will be providing the funny money for the games. There will be prizes and purchases that can be made with your earnings! Come ready to play!

====SimuCon Side Quests: Jackbox Games====
During SimuCon, we’ll be hosting a Jackbox Party. Attendants will enter a raffle to see if they are a player in the game. We’ll run several rounds this way, and then all the winners will have a head-to-head battle to see who reigns supreme!

We will be using one of the SimuCon Breakout Rooms for this event and anyone not playing gets to be in the audience!

Non-attendees watching on Twitch will also get to be part of the audience!

Don't know what Jackbox Games are? Here's a handy link: [https://www.jackboxgames.com/ Jackbox Games]

====SimuCon Side Quest: D&D====
Whether you are a seasoned veteran of the game or have never played before, this fun session based in Elanthia is open to all! There will be a ZERO Session to help you understand the basic mechanics, assign roles, and prepare you for the campaign.

There will be 6 sessions, all running the same one-shot, throughout SimuCon. This is a sign-up event, which will include a set of dice and several hand-outs.

DragonRealms GMs Mazrian, Irenos, Miskton, Ben, Melindrha, and Gemstone IV GM Thandiwe will each be a Dungeon Master for one of the sessions of this exciting event. Be sure to sign up for the fun at the Box Office Under SimuCon 2023 for GS Attendees – D&D One-Shot Game!

====SimuCon Side Quest: Sip & Paint====
Join us for a Sip (BYOB) and Paint session at SimuCon where you will get to paint a Dragon Miniature to bring home with you! Sit with fellow players and GMs for this engaging experience.
This is a sign-up event, so be sure to sign up for the fun at the Box Office Under SimuCon 2023 for GS Attendees – Sip and Paint, miniature painting!

====SimuCon Side Quest: Dungeon Mayhem====

Based upon iconic Dungeons and Dragons characters, but with a comical twist, this deck-based game involves beating the other players to be the ultimate winner!

Each game can host 12 players. Players can pick from either heroes or monsters with choices like:

'''Heroes:''' Sutha the Skullcrusher (barbarian), Azzan the Mystic (wizard), Lia the Radiant (paladin), Oriax the Clever (rogue), Shapeshifter Jaheira (druid), and Minsc the ranger with his hamster friend Boo.

'''Monsters:''' Lord Cinderpuff (a banker dragon), Hoots McGoots (circus owlbear), Dr. Tentaculous (therapist mind flayer), Blorp (hungry gelatinous cube), Delilah Deathray (narcissistic beholder), and Mimi LeChaise (a mimic).

For more information on the game, visit: [https://dnd.wizards.com/products/dungeon-mayhem Dungeon Mayhem]

====SimuCon Side Quest: Spirit Beasts (Gemstone Only)====

Join us on Saturday before the panels start for an in-game session of Spirit Beasts, hosted by players Obelin and Starletdawn. This session will follow the previous day’s panels of Spirit Beasts hosted by players Obelins and Starletdawn, with a special (remote) guest appearance of GM Auchand.

====SimuCon Side Quest: Once Upon a Time====

Joins us for laughs and creative thinking as we play the Card Game “Once Upon a Time.” This fun game has everyone working cooperatively to tell a fairytale story, while secretly steering the story towards their own ending.

One person is the Narrator, ensuring that the story flows and the cards are used correctly, while the rest of the players draw, deal, and play storytelling cards.

For more information on the game, visit: [https://www.atlas-games.com/onceuponatime/ Once Upon a Time]

====SimuCon Side Quest: Munchkin Tournament====

Join us for the annual Munchkin Tournament hosted by GS’s GM Mestys! Take part in this laugh-filled card game and compete against players to become the Munchkin Champion!

Designed for 8 players, though there can be only one in the end, the tournament winner will be given one of the SimuCon character pins for their collection.

For more information on the game, visit: [https://munchkin.game/ Munchkin Game]

====SimuCon Side Quest: Blood on the Clocktower====

During a hellish thunderstorm, a scream echoes through the sleepy town of Ravenswood Bluff. The townsfolk rush to investigate and find the beloved local storyteller has been murdered, their body hanging limp from the clocktower. As blood drips onto the cobblestones below, a realization slowly dawns… a demon has been unleashed, killing by night and taking on a human form by day. Can good find the demon in time? Or will evil overrun this once peaceful town?

Blood on the Clocktower is a game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction, and deception for five-to-twenty courageous players and one devious storyteller. For more info on the game, visit: [https://bloodontheclocktower.com/ Blood on the Clocktower]

To sign up, visit: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uikmFDqcZGwHa3Xu0rF912ZXMyN9_QvXPOu3YS97aY4/edit Sign-Up Sheet]

==Attendee List==
The below lists are of those people that have mentioned they are attempting to attend the 2023 conference. You may edit this page to add your character to the list.

===Prime Players===
<div style="column-count:4;-moz-column-count:4;-webkit-column-count:4">
* Archsenex
* Azanoth
* Darcena & husband
* Delindra/Jisandra
* Dergoatean
* Desorceri
* Deza
* Heather
* Eruheran
* HebrewToYou
* Kalyrra
* Katie
* Khyrion
* Kragdruk
* Licel
* Maylan
* Melivn
* Naamit
* Obelin
* Obsalyn
* Raelee
* Rozy
* Starletdawn
* Tranquia
* Treeva
* Tysong
* Vhorg/Drekoi
* Zangow
* Zhagen
</div>

===Platinum Players===
<div style="column-count:4;-moz-column-count:4;-webkit-column-count:4">
* Blank
</div>

===Shattered Players===
<div style="column-count:4;-moz-column-count:4;-webkit-column-count:4">
* Jirraturd / Rencelas
</div>

===Game Staff===
<div style="column-count:4;-moz-column-count:4;-webkit-column-count:4">
* Caconym
* Chris in Billing
* Flannihan
* Haliste
* Haxus
* Lydil
* Lyneya
* Mestys
* Sindin
* Skippy
* Sleken
* Thandiwe
* Valyrka
</div>

==Frequently Asked Questions==
===How much does SimuCon cost?===
Attendance badges cost $40. Please see the [[SimuCon_2023#Ticketing|Ticketing]] section for more details.

===Where do I sign up?===

Ticketing will be handled via the play.net Box Office. Please see the [[SimuCon_2023#Ticketing|Ticketing]] section for more details.

===Who organizes SimuCon?===

Typically GameMasters from Gemstone IV and DragonRealms are the official organizers. However, many players pitch in to plan unofficial events or to offer support. All work is strictly volunteer, so please be sure to thank your organizer team!

===What is it like to attend a SimuCon?===

SimuCon is a gathering of players and GameMasters for Simutronics games, including Gemstone IV and DragonRealms. The convention includes several events, as listed in the [[#2023 Schedule|2023 Schedule]], that are planned by both players and staff. In-between events, attendees typically gather at conference tables similar to a large LAN party to play. Board games and other activities are frequently available as well.

===How many people attend SimuCon and when do they show up?===

SimuCon has experienced a growth spurt over the past three years or so. A current rough estimate would be 100 attendees (GS and DR combined) over the course of the weekend. The main convention days are Thursday through Sunday, although several people arrive on Wednesday and stay through Monday. The convention room is typically setup by Wednesday evening.

===What equipment should I bring?===

Bring your laptop/computer so that you can play Gemstone during the convention. Internet access and power strips are typically provided. '''Note:''' It is not recommended that you leave your equipment unattended in the conference room.

===Will I need a car?===

Many attendees never leave the hotel. However if you are planning to explore St. Louis, a car is recommended as public transportation options are slim. Lyft and Uber are both operational in St. Louis and are ideal for single trips. For any excursions listed in the schedule, carpool options may be available. A shuttle may be available to and from your hotel for airport travel, but don't forget to bring cash for a tip!

===Is SimuCon family friendly?===

In general, yes. Some attendees do bring children but activities in the convention room may be of limited interest to them. Note the [[#Attractions|Attractions]] section listed below for additional kid-friendly activities available in St. Louis. Please expect to encounter explicit language and consumption of alcoholic beverages, which will increase in the late night hours.

===What is the weather typically like?===

Missouri is nicknamed "Misery" for its hot and humid summers. For a current local forecast, click here: https://www.ksdk.com/weather

===Do I need to bring food or beverages?===

Depending on funds available, basic snacks will be provided. You are generally on your own for meals and can purchase food at the grocery or restaurant options listed in the [[#Dining.2FEating|Dining/Eating]] section. SimuCon is strictly BYOB. Alcohol can be purchased in most grocery stores and gas stations in Missouri.

===What should I wear?===

SimuCon is casual attire unless the schedule for a specific event indicates otherwise. Some events may encourage costumes or themed attire.

===Is there a pool?===

YES! Pack your bathing suits because the official SimuCon hotel has an outdoor pool! There is even a poolside bar with snacks and beverages (open Friday through Sunday), and towel service is available. It is recommended that you pack sunscreen ahead of time, because the hotel and nearby shops do not stock any! It is also recommended that you bring pool noodles, because pool noodles are wicked cool.

==Visitor Information==
The convention is typically held in the St. Louis area, home of Simutronic's headquarters. While the host hotel may very, it is usually held at one of the many convention spaces at or near the Westport Plaza. For specific details on the official hotel, please see the below accommodations list. Also below are some nearby shops and other information for visitors. All distances calculated from the host hotel.

===Accommodations===
{| {{prettytable}}
|-bgcolor=lightblue
! Name||Distance||Address||Link
|-
|'''Sheraton Westport Plaza (Official Hotel, Discounted Rate)''' || onsite || 900 Westport Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1671037150079&key=GRP&app=resvlink Booking Link]
|-
|Sheraton Westport Chalet (Sister Hotel, next to the Plaza) || onsite || 191 Westport Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/stlsi-sheraton-westport-chalet-hotel-st-louis/ Booking Link]
|-
|Staybridge Suites || 0.3 miles || 25 Progress Pkwy, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.ihg.com/staybridge/hotels/us/en/st-louis/stlsb/hoteldetail Booking Link]
|-
|Comfort Inn Suites || 0.7 miles || 12031 Lackland Rd., Saint Louis, MO, 63146 || [https://www.choicehotels.com/missouri/saint-louis/comfort-inn-hotels/mo608/rates?checkInDate=2022-08-03&checkOutDate=2022-08-79 Booking Link]
|-
|Residence Inn St. Louis Westport || 0.6 miles || 11918 Westline Industrial Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/stlwr-residence-inn-st-louis-westport/ Booking Link]
|-
|Farfield Inn and Suites St. Louis Westport || 0.6 miles || 11918 Westline Industrial Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/stlfw-fairfield-inn-and-suites-st-louis-westport/ Booking Link]
|-
|Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Westport || 0.7 miles || 11888 Westline Industrial Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/stlwp-courtyard-st-louis-westport-plaza/ Booking Link]
|-
|}

===Dining/Eating===
{| {{prettytable}}
|-bgcolor=lightblue
! Name||Type||Distance||Address||Link
|-
| Drunken Fish || Sushi || onsite || 639 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || https://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| Fuzzy's Taco Shop || Baja Tacos || onsite || 302 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || https://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| Kobe Japanese Grill || Japanese/Hibachi || onsite || 645 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| McDonald's || Fast Food || onsite || 25 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| St. Louis Bread Company || Coffee/Sandwich/Soup || onsite || 147 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| Smoothie King || Smoothies || onsite || 324 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| Starbucks || Coffee || onsite || 111 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| Trainwreck Saloon|| American/Grill|| onsite || 314 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| O'Fallon Brewery || Beer/American Food || 0.3 mi || 45 Progress Pkwy, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 || http://www.ofallonbrewery.com/
|-
| Giola's Deli || Sandwiches || 0.8 mi || 11855 Adie Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 || https://www.gioiasdeli.com/
|}

===Off-Site Dining===
For attendees who want to explore St. Louis cuisine, local players recommend the following restaurants.

{| {{prettytable}}
|-bgcolor=lightblue
! Name||Type||Distance||Address||Link
|-
| DD Mau || Vietnamese / Bao || 1.3 mi || 11982 Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 || http://www.ddmaustl.com/
|-
| Gobble STOP Smokehouse || BBQ Poultry || 2.8 mi || 1227 Castillon Arcade Plaza, Creve Coeur, MO 63141 || http://gobblestopsmokehouse.net/
|-
| Nudo House STL || Ramen / Japanese || 3.0 mi|| 11423 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63141 || http://nudohousestl.com/
|-
| Dave & Tony's || Premium Burgers || 3.2 mi|| 12766 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.daveandtonys.com/
|-
| Taqueria Durango || Mexican || 3.5 mi || 10238 Page Ave, Overland, MO || https://www.facebook.com/TaqueriaDurangoSaintLouis
|-
| Nick & Elena's Pizzeria|| Pizza/Italian || 5.4 mi|| 3007 Woodson Rd, Overland, MO 63114 || https://www.facebook.com/NICKnELENAS/
|-
| Sugarfire Smokehouse|| BBQ || 6.0 mi|| 9200 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63132 || https://sugarfiresmokehouse.com/locations/mo-olivette/
|-
| Salt + Smoke || BBQ|| 9.0 mi|| 501 S Main St, St. Charles, MO 63301 || https://saltandsmokestl.com/
|-
| BEAST || BBQ || 17.1 mi || 4156 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110 || https://beastbbqstl.com/
|-
| Pappy's Smokehouse || BBQ || 18.7 mi|| 3106 Olive St, St. Louis, MO 63103 || https://www.pappyssmokehouse.com/
|-
| Bogart's || BBQ || 20.8 mi || 71627 S 9th St, St. Louis, MO 63104 || https://www.bogartssmokehouse.com/
|-
| Broadway Oyster Bar || Cajun|| 23.7 mi || 736 S Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102 || http://www.broadwayoysterbar.com/
|-
| Ted Drewes|| Famous local frozen custard || 21.6 mi || 6726 Chippewa, St. Louis, MO 63109 || http://teddrewes.com/
|-
| Bombay Food Junkies || Vegan Options || 5.2 mi || 3580 Adie Rd, St Ann, MO 63074 || https://www.bombayfoodjunkies.com/

|}

===Shopping/Groceries===
{| {{prettytable}}
|-bgcolor=lightblue
! Name||Distance||Address||Link
|-
| Target || 5.9 mi || 12275 St Charles Rock Rd, Bridgeton, MO 63044 || [https://www.target.com/sl/bridgeton/12 website]
|-
| Costco || 13.3 mi || 200 Costco Way, St Peters, MO 63376 || [https://www.costco.com/warehouse-locations/st-peters-saint-peters-mo-382.html website]
|-
| Schnucks Dorsett (Grocery Store) || 1.5 mi || 2030 Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 || [https://locations.schnucks.com/mo-maryland-heights-117 website]
|-
| Gateway Newstands || onsite || 519 W Port Plaza Dr, St. Louis, MO 63146 || https://www.westportstl.com/specialty
|-
| Walgreens|| 1.6 mi|| 12509 Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 || [https://www.walgreens.com/locator/walgreens-12509+dorsett+rd-maryland+heights-mo-63043/id=9481 website]
|-
| BP Gas Station|| 0.3 mi || 11988 Westline Industrial Dr, St. Louis, MO 63146 ||
|-
| ALDI|| 2.6 mi || 11745 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, MO 63141 || [https://www.aldi.us/ website]
|-
| Trader Joe's || [https://goo.gl/maps/3aV8WLBakaB2 2.4 mi] || 11505 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, MO 63141|| [https://locations.traderjoes.com/mo/creve-coeur/694/ website]
|-
| D&J Liquor || [https://goo.gl/maps/a6m73h9w4ynWnWqh8 1.5 mi] || 1914 McKelvey Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 ||
|}

===Attractions===

Most attractions are a 15-30 minute drive from the hotel. For tourism information, click here: https://explorestlouis.com/

{| {{prettytable}}
|-bgcolor=lightblue
! Name||Description||Address||Link
|-
| The Gateway Arch ||Oh look, it's the Arch ||200 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63102 || https://www.gatewayarch.com/
|-
| Busch Stadium ||Cardinals Baseball Stadium ||700 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO 63102 || https://www.mlb.com/cardinals/ballpark
|-
| Forest Park ||Large public park, home to several free attractions ||5595 Grand Dr, St. Louis, MO 63112 || https://forestparkmap.org/
|-
| St. Louis Zoo ||Free zoo, located inside Forest Park ||Government Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110 || https://www.stlzoo.org/
|-
| St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station|| Opened Dec. 2019, the otters and spitting fish are worth the admission, skip the wheel || 201 S 18th St, St. Louis, MO 63103||https://www.stlouisaquarium.com/
|-
| St. Louis Art Museum ||Free art museum, located inside Forest Park ||1 Fine Arts Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110 || https://www.slam.org/
|-
| Creve Coeur Lake Park || [https://goo.gl/maps/7s9nUCbcyBM2 3.4 mi] from the hotel. Trails, kayak rentals, Go Ape || 13725 Marine Ave, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.stlouisco.com/Parks-and-Recreation/Park-Pages/Creve-Coeur website]
|-
| The Muny ||Outdoor theater, located inside Forest Park ||1 Theatre Dr, St. Louis, MO 63112 || https://muny.org/
|-
| Missouri Botanical Gardens ||Outdoor garden ||4344 Shaw Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63110 || http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/
|-
| Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery ||Main brewery, offers tours ||1200 Lynch St, St. Louis, MO 63118 || https://www.budweisertours.com/locations/st-louis-missouri.html
|-
| City Museum ||Architectural Anomaly/Interactive Art/Climbing Museum ||750 N 16th St, St. Louis, MO 63103 || https://www.citymuseum.org/
|-
| Grants Farm ||Free wildlife park with tram tours and free beer ||10501 Gravois Rd, St. Louis, MO 63123 || https://www.grantsfarm.com/home.html
|-
| The Butterfly House ||Indoor butterfly pavilion ||15193 Olive Blvd, Chesterfield, MO 63017|| http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/visit/family-of-attractions/butterfly-house.aspx
|-
| Science Center ||Kid-friendly interactive museum, includes IMAX and planetarium ||5050 Oakland Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110 || https://www.slsc.org/
|-
| Magic House ||Kid-friendly interactive museum, includes magic ||516 S Kirkwood Rd, St. Louis, MO 63122 || https://www.magichouse.org/
|-
| Fox Theatre ||Historic theater, offers tours ||527 NORTH GRAND BLVD., St. Louis, MO 63103 || https://www.fabulousfox.com/visit/tours
|-
| St. Louis Neighborhoods||Shopping/Nightlife/Exploring||Various || https://explorestlouis.com/things-to-do/neighborhoods/
|-
| Live Music Venues||St. Louis is known for its blues and jazz scene ||Various || https://explorestlouis.com/discover/st-louis-music-lovers/st-louis-live-music-venues/
|-
| Casinos||Gambling ||Various || https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g44881-Activities-c53-Saint_Louis_Missouri.html
|-
| Cahokia Mounds || Ruins of the largest prehistoric civilization north of Mexico, 30 min drive from hotel || 30 Ramey Street Collinsville, IL 62234 || https://cahokiamounds.org/
|-
| A Gathering Place || Massages within walking distance of convention center || 12140 Lackland Rd, St. Louis, MO 63146 || https://www.agatheringplace.com/
|}

==Ticketing==
Ticketing is currently handled through the play.net [https://www.play.net/gs4/quests/ Box Office] page. Currently there are 4 offerings for non-attendees and 9 for attendees. To attend in-person, a badge is required and all attendees must display their badge at all times while in the official event rooms. For additional details about each offering, please visit the [https://www.play.net/gs4/news.asp?id=1912 Event Details] page.

===Non-Attendee===
====#1 Goodie Bag ($40)====
* 4x RPA orb (account attuned)
* Chronomage Spheres, 1x per town
* Urchin Guide, 90 days
* Adv Guild Vouchers, 20 uses
* Quest Orb, 1 use

====#2 Friend of the Con Support ($50)====
Support the 'Con even if you can't make it to STL!

====#3 Friend of the Con Support ($5)====
Support the 'Con even if you can't make it to STL!

====#4 Extra special item ($40)====
A unique Spirit Beast available only at SimuCon 2023! (account attuned)

===Attendee===
====#1 Badge & Goodie-bag ($40)====
* 4x RPA orb (account attuned)
* Chronomage Spheres, 1x per town
* Urchin Guide, 90 days
* Adv Guild Vouchers, 20 uses
* Quest Orb, 1 use
* Special Attendee-only Scripted Item! (account attuned)

====#2 Extra special item ($40)====
A unique Spirit Beast available only at SimuCon 2023! (account attuned)

====#3 Character Portrait ($250)====
A rendering of your character, copy to be provided to you and included in your character's LOOK in game.

Provide your character's full LOOK description. Include as much detail as possible to convey to the artist a clear vision of your character.

* You may note one or two items that you want specifically depicted. If you prefer a certain pose, specify it.

You will be provided with a composite sketch and allowed one round of revision before the final product is completed. Images will be delivered in the following formats:
* Low res: 830x1080 (to fit within the Wiki upload file size limit, if you want to display your image there)
* High res: 2400x3000 pixels. (print size of 8x10)

====#4 Custom Room ($175)====
Purchaser will work with a GM to create a unique room that will be deployed to all instances of the game.

====#5 D&D One-Shot Game ($5)====
Participate in one of the Elanthia-themed One-Shot campaigns. You will receive a pouch of dice to play the game with!

====#6 Friend of the Con Support ($50)====
Support the 'Con even more than you already are by attending it in STL!

====#7 Friend of the Con Support ($5)====
Support the 'Con even more than you already are by attending it in STL!

====#8 Lunch with a Gemstone GM ($150)====
Either participate in the small group lunch on Friday at noon with DR PM Lyneya, GS PM Wyrom, and Simutronics CEO Skippy, and Chris in Billing…. Or share a quiet meal with a GS GM! (Dutch style - each will pay for their own).

====#9 Simu swag ($40)====
SimuCon Swag Bag containing:
* SimuCon Notebook
* SimuCon Pen
* 17oz Ceramic Mug
* ... and other items!

====#10 Sip and Paint ($60)====
Join professional 3D artist Jonathan Bombard as he guides you through an evening of painting your very own beautiful and fearsome adult dragon miniature! Each step will be explained and demonstrated, along with some helpful tips and tricks to bring out the best in your personal dragon.

This price includes a unique to SimuCon 2023 collectible statue only available through the box office, as well as all of the supplies you'll need to complete your dragon - you just need to bring your own booze! Registered guests who want to get a lot of paint time in may wish to bring a hair dryer, but it is not required. You may also bring your own painting supplies if you wish.

Dragon approximate measurements: 205mm from wingtip to wingtip, 140mm tall, on a base of 100mm
Sip and paint a 3D miniature Simucon c (205mm x 140mm on a 100mm base) with Jonathan Bombard.

==See Also==
*[https://discord.gg/eTvANvy SimuCon channel] (official Discord server)
*[https://discord.gg/tZGPPyU Unofficial SimuCon Server] (unofficial SimuCon dedicated Discord server)
*[https://elanthipedia.play.net/SimuCon DragonRealms Simucon Page] (DR's Wiki Page)

[[Category:SimuCon]]

SimuCon 2023

2023-06-02T21:05:06Z

THEHOF1: Readding Kveta with clarification of GM status

[[File:SimuCon2019logo.png|right|300px|SimuCon 2019 Logo]]

'''SimuCon''' is a yearly gathering in St. Louis near [[Simutronics]] headquarters usually taking place near the end of the summer.

'''OFFICIAL''' dates for 2023 are Thursday, July 13 through Sunday, July 16, 2023 at the Sheraton Westport Plaza Hotel. Room reservation link Room reservation link [https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1671037150079&key=GRP&app=resvlink here].

==2023 Schedule==
{| {{prettytable|text-align:center;}}
|+ '''Preliminary SimuCon 2023 Schedule ALL TIMES CST (CENTRAL TIME)
|-
! Day
! Time
! colspan="3" | Activity
! Open To
|-
! rowspan=2 rowheader="row" style="vertical-align:top;"|Wednesday July 12
|-
| 0:00 AM
| colspan="3" | Blank || ALL
|-
! rowspan=2 rowheader="row" style="vertical-align:top;"|Thursday July 13
|-
| 0:00 AM
| colspan="3" | Blank || ALL
|-
! rowspan=2 rowheader="row" style="vertical-align:top;"|Friday July 14
|-
| 0:00 AM
| colspan="3" | Blank|| ALL
|-
! rowspan=2 rowheader="row" style="vertical-align:top;"|Saturday July 15
|-
| 0:00 AM
| colspan="3" | Blanks || All
|-
! rowspan=2 rowheader="row" style="vertical-align:top;" |Sunday July 16
|-
| NA
| colspan="3" | Blank || ALL
|}
* This is still subject to revision! Check back later!
* *You must bring your own laptop and have an active account to participate

Tune in to our livestream at http://www.twitch.tv/radiofreesimucon to view the GS State of Elanthia and panels! Other activities will be streamed ad hoc throughout the 'Con

===Panel Schedule===
{| {{prettytable|text-align:center;}}
|+ '''Panel Schedule ALL TIMES CST (CENTRAL TIME)
|-
! Day
! Time
!Activity
!Panelists
|-
|rowspan="1"|Friday
| 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
|Name
|People
|-
|rowspan="1"|Saturday
| 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
|Name
|People
|-
|}

===Main Events & Side Quest Announcement===

====SimuCon Main Events: Live Alterations====

Back again this year, there will be two sessions per day on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday where you will be able to sit with a GameMaster and get an alteration done. Look for posted GM names when our schedule is solidified!

====SimuCon Main Quest: Roarin’ 20’s Themed Casino Night!====

Join us in the main room for an exciting and fun Roarin’ 20’s Costumed (or Casual!) Event as we dive into a Speakeasy to play Craps, Texas Hold ‘em, Roulette, Blackjack, and 3-card Poker!
Elite Events will be providing this entertainment for us, while Simutronics will be providing the funny money for the games. There will be prizes and purchases that can be made with your earnings! Come ready to play!

====SimuCon Side Quests: Jackbox Games====
During SimuCon, we’ll be hosting a Jackbox Party. Attendants will enter a raffle to see if they are a player in the game. We’ll run several rounds this way, and then all the winners will have a head-to-head battle to see who reigns supreme!

We will be using one of the SimuCon Breakout Rooms for this event and anyone not playing gets to be in the audience!

Non-attendees watching on Twitch will also get to be part of the audience!

Don't know what Jackbox Games are? Here's a handy link: [https://www.jackboxgames.com/ Jackbox Games]

====SimuCon Side Quest: D&D====
Whether you are a seasoned veteran of the game or have never played before, this fun session based in Elanthia is open to all! There will be a ZERO Session to help you understand the basic mechanics, assign roles, and prepare you for the campaign.

There will be 6 sessions, all running the same one-shot, throughout SimuCon. This is a sign-up event, which will include a set of dice and several hand-outs.

DragonRealms GMs Mazrian, Irenos, Miskton, Ben, Melindrha, and Gemstone IV GM Thandiwe will each be a Dungeon Master for one of the sessions of this exciting event. Be sure to sign up for the fun at the Box Office Under SimuCon 2023 for GS Attendees – D&D One-Shot Game!

====SimuCon Side Quest: Sip & Paint====
Join us for a Sip (BYOB) and Paint session at SimuCon where you will get to paint a Dragon Miniature to bring home with you! Sit with fellow players and GMs for this engaging experience.
This is a sign-up event, so be sure to sign up for the fun at the Box Office Under SimuCon 2023 for GS Attendees – Sip and Paint, miniature painting!

====SimuCon Side Quest: Dungeon Mayhem====

Based upon iconic Dungeons and Dragons characters, but with a comical twist, this deck-based game involves beating the other players to be the ultimate winner!

Each game can host 12 players. Players can pick from either heroes or monsters with choices like:

'''Heroes:''' Sutha the Skullcrusher (barbarian), Azzan the Mystic (wizard), Lia the Radiant (paladin), Oriax the Clever (rogue), Shapeshifter Jaheira (druid), and Minsc the ranger with his hamster friend Boo.

'''Monsters:''' Lord Cinderpuff (a banker dragon), Hoots McGoots (circus owlbear), Dr. Tentaculous (therapist mind flayer), Blorp (hungry gelatinous cube), Delilah Deathray (narcissistic beholder), and Mimi LeChaise (a mimic).

For more information on the game, visit: [https://dnd.wizards.com/products/dungeon-mayhem Dungeon Mayhem]

====SimuCon Side Quest: Spirit Beasts (Gemstone Only)====

Join us on Saturday before the panels start for an in-game session of Spirit Beasts, hosted by players Obelin and Starletdawn. This session will follow the previous day’s panels of Spirit Beasts hosted by players Obelins and Starletdawn, with a special (remote) guest appearance of GM Auchand.

====SimuCon Side Quest: Once Upon a Time====

Joins us for laughs and creative thinking as we play the Card Game “Once Upon a Time.” This fun game has everyone working cooperatively to tell a fairytale story, while secretly steering the story towards their own ending.

One person is the Narrator, ensuring that the story flows and the cards are used correctly, while the rest of the players draw, deal, and play storytelling cards.

For more information on the game, visit: [https://www.atlas-games.com/onceuponatime/ Once Upon a Time]

==Attendee List==
The below lists are of those people that have mentioned they are attempting to attend the 2023 conference. You may edit this page to add your character to the list.

===Prime Players===
<div style="column-count:4;-moz-column-count:4;-webkit-column-count:4">
* Azanoth
* Dergoatean
* Desorceri
* Deza
* Eruheran
* Former GM Kveta
* HebrewToYou
* Katie
* Kragdruk
* Licel
* Maylan
* Melivn
* Naamit
* Obelin
* Obsalyn
* Raelee
* Rinualdo
* Rozy
* Tranquia
* Treeva
* Tysong
* Vhorg/Drekoi
* Zangow
* Zhagen
</div>

===Platinum Players===
<div style="column-count:4;-moz-column-count:4;-webkit-column-count:4">
* Blank
</div>

===Shattered Players===
<div style="column-count:4;-moz-column-count:4;-webkit-column-count:4">
* Jirraturd / Rencelas
</div>

===Game Staff===
<div style="column-count:4;-moz-column-count:4;-webkit-column-count:4">
* Caconym
* Chris in Billing
* Flannihan
* Haliste
* Haxus
* Lydil
* Lyneya
* Mestys
* Sindin
* Skippy
* Sleken
* Thandiwe
* Valyrka
</div>

==Frequently Asked Questions==
===How much does SimuCon cost?===
Attendance badges cost $40. Please see the [[SimuCon_2023#Ticketing|Ticketing]] section for more details.

===Where do I sign up?===

Ticketing will be handled via the play.net Box Office. Please see the [[SimuCon_2023#Ticketing|Ticketing]] section for more details.

===Who organizes SimuCon?===

Typically GameMasters from Gemstone IV and DragonRealms are the official organizers. However, many players pitch in to plan unofficial events or to offer support. All work is strictly volunteer, so please be sure to thank your organizer team!

===What is it like to attend a SimuCon?===

SimuCon is a gathering of players and GameMasters for Simutronics games, including Gemstone IV and DragonRealms. The convention includes several events, as listed in the [[#2023 Schedule|2023 Schedule]], that are planned by both players and staff. In-between events, attendees typically gather at conference tables similar to a large LAN party to play. Board games and other activities are frequently available as well.

===How many people attend SimuCon and when do they show up?===

SimuCon has experienced a growth spurt over the past three years or so. A current rough estimate would be 100 attendees (GS and DR combined) over the course of the weekend. The main convention days are Thursday through Sunday, although several people arrive on Wednesday and stay through Monday. The convention room is typically setup by Wednesday evening.

===What equipment should I bring?===

Bring your laptop/computer so that you can play Gemstone during the convention. Internet access and power strips are typically provided. '''Note:''' It is not recommended that you leave your equipment unattended in the conference room.

===Will I need a car?===

Many attendees never leave the hotel. However if you are planning to explore St. Louis, a car is recommended as public transportation options are slim. Lyft and Uber are both operational in St. Louis and are ideal for single trips. For any excursions listed in the schedule, carpool options may be available. A shuttle may be available to and from your hotel for airport travel, but don't forget to bring cash for a tip!

===Is SimuCon family friendly?===

In general, yes. Some attendees do bring children but activities in the convention room may be of limited interest to them. Note the [[#Attractions|Attractions]] section listed below for additional kid-friendly activities available in St. Louis. Please expect to encounter explicit language and consumption of alcoholic beverages, which will increase in the late night hours.

===What is the weather typically like?===

Missouri is nicknamed "Misery" for its hot and humid summers. For a current local forecast, click here: https://www.ksdk.com/weather

===Do I need to bring food or beverages?===

Depending on funds available, basic snacks will be provided. You are generally on your own for meals and can purchase food at the grocery or restaurant options listed in the [[#Dining.2FEating|Dining/Eating]] section. SimuCon is strictly BYOB. Alcohol can be purchased in most grocery stores and gas stations in Missouri.

===What should I wear?===

SimuCon is casual attire unless the schedule for a specific event indicates otherwise. Some events may encourage costumes or themed attire.

===Is there a pool?===

YES! Pack your bathing suits because the official SimuCon hotel has an outdoor pool! There is even a poolside bar with snacks and beverages (open Friday through Sunday), and towel service is available. It is recommended that you pack sunscreen ahead of time, because the hotel and nearby shops do not stock any! It is also recommended that you bring pool noodles, because pool noodles are wicked cool.

==Visitor Information==
The convention is typically held in the St. Louis area, home of Simutronic's headquarters. While the host hotel may very, it is usually held at one of the many convention spaces at or near the Westport Plaza. For specific details on the official hotel, please see the below accommodations list. Also below are some nearby shops and other information for visitors. All distances calculated from the host hotel.

===Accommodations===
{| {{prettytable}}
|-bgcolor=lightblue
! Name||Distance||Address||Link
|-
|'''Sheraton Westport Plaza (Official Hotel, Discounted Rate)''' || onsite || 900 Westport Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1671037150079&key=GRP&app=resvlink Booking Link]
|-
|Sheraton Westport Chalet (Sister Hotel, next to the Plaza) || onsite || 191 Westport Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/stlsi-sheraton-westport-chalet-hotel-st-louis/ Booking Link]
|-
|Staybridge Suites || 0.3 miles || 25 Progress Pkwy, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.ihg.com/staybridge/hotels/us/en/st-louis/stlsb/hoteldetail Booking Link]
|-
|Comfort Inn Suites || 0.7 miles || 12031 Lackland Rd., Saint Louis, MO, 63146 || [https://www.choicehotels.com/missouri/saint-louis/comfort-inn-hotels/mo608/rates?checkInDate=2022-08-03&checkOutDate=2022-08-79 Booking Link]
|-
|Residence Inn St. Louis Westport || 0.6 miles || 11918 Westline Industrial Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/stlwr-residence-inn-st-louis-westport/ Booking Link]
|-
|Farfield Inn and Suites St. Louis Westport || 0.6 miles || 11918 Westline Industrial Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/stlfw-fairfield-inn-and-suites-st-louis-westport/ Booking Link]
|-
|Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Westport || 0.7 miles || 11888 Westline Industrial Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/stlwp-courtyard-st-louis-westport-plaza/ Booking Link]
|-
|}

===Dining/Eating===
{| {{prettytable}}
|-bgcolor=lightblue
! Name||Type||Distance||Address||Link
|-
| Drunken Fish || Sushi || onsite || 639 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || https://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| Fuzzy's Taco Shop || Baja Tacos || onsite || 302 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || https://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| Kobe Japanese Grill || Japanese/Hibachi || onsite || 645 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| McDonald's || Fast Food || onsite || 25 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| St. Louis Bread Company || Coffee/Sandwich/Soup || onsite || 147 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| Smoothie King || Smoothies || onsite || 324 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| Starbucks || Coffee || onsite || 111 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| Trainwreck Saloon|| American/Grill|| onsite || 314 West Port Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.westportstl.com/drinkdine
|-
| O'Fallon Brewery || Beer/American Food || 0.3 mi || 45 Progress Pkwy, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 || http://www.ofallonbrewery.com/
|-
| Giola's Deli || Sandwiches || 0.8 mi || 11855 Adie Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 || https://www.gioiasdeli.com/
|}

===Off-Site Dining===
For attendees who want to explore St. Louis cuisine, local players recommend the following restaurants.

{| {{prettytable}}
|-bgcolor=lightblue
! Name||Type||Distance||Address||Link
|-
| DD Mau || Vietnamese / Bao || 1.3 mi || 11982 Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 || http://www.ddmaustl.com/
|-
| Gobble STOP Smokehouse || BBQ Poultry || 2.8 mi || 1227 Castillon Arcade Plaza, Creve Coeur, MO 63141 || http://gobblestopsmokehouse.net/
|-
| Nudo House STL || Ramen / Japanese || 3.0 mi|| 11423 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63141 || http://nudohousestl.com/
|-
| Dave & Tony's || Premium Burgers || 3.2 mi|| 12766 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63146 || http://www.daveandtonys.com/
|-
| Taqueria Durango || Mexican || 3.5 mi || 10238 Page Ave, Overland, MO || https://www.facebook.com/TaqueriaDurangoSaintLouis
|-
| Nick & Elena's Pizzeria|| Pizza/Italian || 5.4 mi|| 3007 Woodson Rd, Overland, MO 63114 || https://www.facebook.com/NICKnELENAS/
|-
| Sugarfire Smokehouse|| BBQ || 6.0 mi|| 9200 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63132 || https://sugarfiresmokehouse.com/locations/mo-olivette/
|-
| Salt + Smoke || BBQ|| 9.0 mi|| 501 S Main St, St. Charles, MO 63301 || https://saltandsmokestl.com/
|-
| BEAST || BBQ || 17.1 mi || 4156 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110 || https://beastbbqstl.com/
|-
| Pappy's Smokehouse || BBQ || 18.7 mi|| 3106 Olive St, St. Louis, MO 63103 || https://www.pappyssmokehouse.com/
|-
| Bogart's || BBQ || 20.8 mi || 71627 S 9th St, St. Louis, MO 63104 || https://www.bogartssmokehouse.com/
|-
| Broadway Oyster Bar || Cajun|| 23.7 mi || 736 S Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102 || http://www.broadwayoysterbar.com/
|-
| Ted Drewes|| Famous local frozen custard || 21.6 mi || 6726 Chippewa, St. Louis, MO 63109 || http://teddrewes.com/
|-
| Bombay Food Junkies || Vegan Options || 5.2 mi || 3580 Adie Rd, St Ann, MO 63074 || https://www.bombayfoodjunkies.com/

|}

===Shopping/Groceries===
{| {{prettytable}}
|-bgcolor=lightblue
! Name||Distance||Address||Link
|-
| Target || 5.9 mi || 12275 St Charles Rock Rd, Bridgeton, MO 63044 || [https://www.target.com/sl/bridgeton/12 website]
|-
| Costco || 13.3 mi || 200 Costco Way, St Peters, MO 63376 || [https://www.costco.com/warehouse-locations/st-peters-saint-peters-mo-382.html website]
|-
| Schnucks Dorsett (Grocery Store) || 1.5 mi || 2030 Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 || [https://locations.schnucks.com/mo-maryland-heights-117 website]
|-
| Gateway Newstands || onsite || 519 W Port Plaza Dr, St. Louis, MO 63146 || https://www.westportstl.com/specialty
|-
| Walgreens|| 1.6 mi|| 12509 Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 || [https://www.walgreens.com/locator/walgreens-12509+dorsett+rd-maryland+heights-mo-63043/id=9481 website]
|-
| BP Gas Station|| 0.3 mi || 11988 Westline Industrial Dr, St. Louis, MO 63146 ||
|-
| ALDI|| 2.6 mi || 11745 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, MO 63141 || [https://www.aldi.us/ website]
|-
| Trader Joe's || [https://goo.gl/maps/3aV8WLBakaB2 2.4 mi] || 11505 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, MO 63141|| [https://locations.traderjoes.com/mo/creve-coeur/694/ website]
|-
| D&J Liquor || [https://goo.gl/maps/a6m73h9w4ynWnWqh8 1.5 mi] || 1914 McKelvey Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 ||
|}

===Attractions===

Most attractions are a 15-30 minute drive from the hotel. For tourism information, click here: https://explorestlouis.com/

{| {{prettytable}}
|-bgcolor=lightblue
! Name||Description||Address||Link
|-
| The Gateway Arch ||Oh look, it's the Arch ||200 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63102 || https://www.gatewayarch.com/
|-
| Busch Stadium ||Cardinals Baseball Stadium ||700 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO 63102 || https://www.mlb.com/cardinals/ballpark
|-
| Forest Park ||Large public park, home to several free attractions ||5595 Grand Dr, St. Louis, MO 63112 || https://forestparkmap.org/
|-
| St. Louis Zoo ||Free zoo, located inside Forest Park ||Government Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110 || https://www.stlzoo.org/
|-
| St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station|| Opened Dec. 2019, the otters and spitting fish are worth the admission, skip the wheel || 201 S 18th St, St. Louis, MO 63103||https://www.stlouisaquarium.com/
|-
| St. Louis Art Museum ||Free art museum, located inside Forest Park ||1 Fine Arts Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110 || https://www.slam.org/
|-
| Creve Coeur Lake Park || [https://goo.gl/maps/7s9nUCbcyBM2 3.4 mi] from the hotel. Trails, kayak rentals, Go Ape || 13725 Marine Ave, St. Louis, MO 63146 || [https://www.stlouisco.com/Parks-and-Recreation/Park-Pages/Creve-Coeur website]
|-
| The Muny ||Outdoor theater, located inside Forest Park ||1 Theatre Dr, St. Louis, MO 63112 || https://muny.org/
|-
| Missouri Botanical Gardens ||Outdoor garden ||4344 Shaw Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63110 || http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/
|-
| Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery ||Main brewery, offers tours ||1200 Lynch St, St. Louis, MO 63118 || https://www.budweisertours.com/locations/st-louis-missouri.html
|-
| City Museum ||Architectural Anomaly/Interactive Art/Climbing Museum ||750 N 16th St, St. Louis, MO 63103 || https://www.citymuseum.org/
|-
| Grants Farm ||Free wildlife park with tram tours and free beer ||10501 Gravois Rd, St. Louis, MO 63123 || https://www.grantsfarm.com/home.html
|-
| The Butterfly House ||Indoor butterfly pavilion ||15193 Olive Blvd, Chesterfield, MO 63017|| http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/visit/family-of-attractions/butterfly-house.aspx
|-
| Science Center ||Kid-friendly interactive museum, includes IMAX and planetarium ||5050 Oakland Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110 || https://www.slsc.org/
|-
| Magic House ||Kid-friendly interactive museum, includes magic ||516 S Kirkwood Rd, St. Louis, MO 63122 || https://www.magichouse.org/
|-
| Fox Theatre ||Historic theater, offers tours ||527 NORTH GRAND BLVD., St. Louis, MO 63103 || https://www.fabulousfox.com/visit/tours
|-
| St. Louis Neighborhoods||Shopping/Nightlife/Exploring||Various || https://explorestlouis.com/things-to-do/neighborhoods/
|-
| Live Music Venues||St. Louis is known for its blues and jazz scene ||Various || https://explorestlouis.com/discover/st-louis-music-lovers/st-louis-live-music-venues/
|-
| Casinos||Gambling ||Various || https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g44881-Activities-c53-Saint_Louis_Missouri.html
|-
| Cahokia Mounds || Ruins of the largest prehistoric civilization north of Mexico, 30 min drive from hotel || 30 Ramey Street Collinsville, IL 62234 || https://cahokiamounds.org/
|-
| A Gathering Place || Massages within walking distance of convention center || 12140 Lackland Rd, St. Louis, MO 63146 || https://www.agatheringplace.com/
|}

==Ticketing==
Ticketing is currently handled through the play.net [https://www.play.net/gs4/quests/ Box Office] page. Currently there are 4 offerings for non-attendees and 9 for attendees. To attend in-person, a badge is required and all attendees must display their badge at all times while in the official event rooms. For additional details about each offering, please visit the [https://www.play.net/gs4/news.asp?id=1912 Event Details] page.

===Non-Attendee===
====#1 Goodie Bag ($40)====
* 4x RPA orb (account attuned)
* Chronomage Spheres, 1x per town
* Urchin Guide, 90 days
* Adv Guild Vouchers, 20 uses
* Quest Orb, 1 use

====#2 Friend of the Con Support ($50)====
Support the 'Con even if you can't make it to STL!

====#3 Friend of the Con Support ($5)====
Support the 'Con even if you can't make it to STL!

====#4 Extra special item ($40)====
A unique Spirit Beast available only at SimuCon 2023! (account attuned)

===Attendee===
====#1 Badge & Goodie-bag ($40)====
* 4x RPA orb (account attuned)
* Chronomage Spheres, 1x per town
* Urchin Guide, 90 days
* Adv Guild Vouchers, 20 uses
* Quest Orb, 1 use
* Special Attendee-only Scripted Item! (account attuned)

====#2 Extra special item ($40)====
A unique Spirit Beast available only at SimuCon 2023! (account attuned)

====#3 Character Portrait ($250)====
A rendering of your character, copy to be provided to you and included in your character's LOOK in game.

Provide your character's full LOOK description. Include as much detail as possible to convey to the artist a clear vision of your character.

* You may note one or two items that you want specifically depicted. If you prefer a certain pose, specify it.

You will be provided with a composite sketch and allowed one round of revision before the final product is completed. Images will be delivered in the following formats:
* Low res: 830x1080 (to fit within the Wiki upload file size limit, if you want to display your image there)
* High res: 2400x3000 pixels. (print size of 8x10)

====#4 Custom Room ($175)====
Purchaser will work with a GM to create a unique room that will be deployed to all instances of the game.

====#5 D&D One-Shot Game ($5)====
Participate in one of the Elanthia-themed One-Shot campaigns. You will receive a pouch of dice to play the game with!

====#6 Friend of the Con Support ($50)====
Support the 'Con even more than you already are by attending it in STL!

====#7 Friend of the Con Support ($5)====
Support the 'Con even more than you already are by attending it in STL!

====#8 Lunch with a Gemstone GM ($150)====
Either participate in the small group lunch on Friday at noon with DR PM Lyneya, GS PM Wyrom, and Simutronics CEO Skippy, and Chris in Billing…. Or share a quiet meal with a GS GM! (Dutch style - each will pay for their own).

====#9 Simu swag ($40)====
SimuCon Swag Bag containing:
* SimuCon Notebook
* SimuCon Pen
* 17oz Ceramic Mug
* ... and other items!

====#10 Sip and Paint ($60)====
Join professional 3D artist Jonathan Bombard as he guides you through an evening of painting your very own beautiful and fearsome adult dragon miniature! Each step will be explained and demonstrated, along with some helpful tips and tricks to bring out the best in your personal dragon.

This price includes a unique to SimuCon 2023 collectible statue only available through the box office, as well as all of the supplies you'll need to complete your dragon - you just need to bring your own booze! Registered guests who want to get a lot of paint time in may wish to bring a hair dryer, but it is not required. You may also bring your own painting supplies if you wish.

Dragon approximate measurements: 205mm from wingtip to wingtip, 140mm tall, on a base of 100mm
Sip and paint a 3D miniature Simucon c (205mm x 140mm on a 100mm base) with Jonathan Bombard.

==See Also==
*[https://discord.gg/eTvANvy SimuCon channel] (official Discord server)
*[https://discord.gg/tZGPPyU Unofficial SimuCon Server] (unofficial SimuCon dedicated Discord server)
*[https://elanthipedia.play.net/SimuCon DragonRealms Simucon Page] (DR's Wiki Page)

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SimuCon 2023

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THEHOF1:

SimuCon 2020

2020-03-12T00:58:39Z

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SimuCon 2019

2019-06-05T23:45:20Z

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Minor Summoning (725)

2019-05-16T16:07:22Z

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{{spell
| mnemonic = MSUMMON
| base_dur = 1200 sec
| add_dur = +60 sec per [[Sorcerer Base|rank]]
| span = [[Refreshable]], special
| type = Utility
| subtype = Summoning
| skill = None
| components = None, [[Runestone]]
| availability = None
| navigation = {{Sorcerer base navigation}}
}}
__TOC__
In one swift motion, the demonologist pierces the [[veil]] between [[valence]]s, seeks a suitable [[Demon|being]] to enslave for menial chores, pulls them through the tear, and finally links them to their original existence so they may be returned there. [[Rune]]s are used as the focus for this magic, and more complex [[rune]]s can be used to target more specific [[Demon archetype|archetypes]] of [[minor demon]]s.

Once summoned into this realm, these servants are capable of performing a myriad of [[Minor Summoning (725)#Minor Demon Abilities|utility functions]] such as carrying the sorcerer's [[Eye Spy (707)|eye]] which will allow them to [[LOOK (verb)|see]] remotely. Other highlights include carrying [[Minor Summoning (725)#Carrying Items|objects]], [[Minor Summoning (725)#Holding Coins|silvers]], and [[Minor Summoning (725)#Mana Sharing|mana]], or [[Minor Summoning (725)#Find a Character|finding]] and [[Minor Summoning (725)#Deliver a Message|delivering messages to]] other characters, and even [[Minor Summoning (725)#Guard & Cease|guarding]] their master's pockets from [[Pickpocketing|thieves]]. Demons summoned by this spell are ''not'' dangerous unless retaliating at a pickpocket, and otherwise cannot participate in the [[combat system]].

=== Usage ===
* <TT>PREP 725|[[CAST]] {[[runestone]]}</tt>, or <tt>PREP 725|SUMMON {DEMON}</tt> to initiate. Using {{mono|[[SUMMON]] {DEMON} }}will incur a 50% success rate penalty (see below).
* The <tt>[[TELL (verb)|TELL MDEMON]]</tt> command displays a full list of commands for the demon. Each [[Minor Summoning (725)#Minor Demon Abilities|ability]] is also outlined within this article.

=== Demon Link & Expiration ===

Originally, demonologists used the link as a threat to keep the demon in line. Severing the link would strand the demon forever, unable to return home. This version of the magic is designed with safeguards against such an act, otherwise punishable by death. Thus the caster may [[Minor Summoning (725)#Leave|terminate the link]] at any time, returning the demon to its original plane. The link will be broken automatically if the caster dies or when the spell expires. Once having summoned, the caster may not summon again for five minutes due to the exertion caused by interplanar summoning. If the summoner fails a cast, they may not attempt again for ten full minutes.

Two [[lesser demon]]s, the [[abyran'ra]] and the [[oculoth]] have the ability and motivation to break your control upon a [[minor demon]]. While the abyran'ra will only attempt to break your control over [[abyran|abyran'a]] and [[abyran|abyran'sa]] demons, the oculoth will attempt to break your control over any type of demon. However, it is not a guarantee that they will break it. The primary factor for fending off this attempt is Demonology ranks. If you lose, your connection to your demon will break, and you will be severely stunned. If you succeed, you are left unharmed, and the demon who attempted it will be stunned instead. The oculoth, given its nature as a more magically inclined demon, is more skilled at breaking the connection than an abyran'ra. In the case of a [[lithe black abyran'ra]] attempting to break a sorcerer's link with an [[abyran'sa]], it has been demonstrated that 200 Demonology ranks are required to successfully push back against the attempt with 100% certainty; it appears that [[Sorcerer Base]] ranks, [[Aura]], and [[Wisdom]] may also make secondary contributions to resisting the abyran'ra.

'''The link is [[refreshable]] to the original duration by rubbing a [[vakra (rune)|vakra]] runestone.'''

=== Success Rate and Lore Benefits ===

Summoning a demon '''with a runestone''' and '''within a summoning chamber''' will provide the following chances:

*Valence runestones will have a 100% base chance
*Demon runestones will have a 50% base chance
*Archetype runestones will have a 25% base chance

An attempt to summon without a runestone will incur a 50 percentage point penalty on the caster's chance to summon the demon.

Training in [[Sorcerous Lore, Demonology]] will increase the chance for success by +1% per rank. Demonology Lore will also provide bonuses to the mana and silver capacities of applicable demons (see below).

<div {{prettydiv|margin-right=300px}}><tt>
*Base % chance to summon in chamber, w/ runestone       = Base Chance + SL,D ranks
*Base % chance to summon in chamber, w/o runestone      = Base Chance + SL,D ranks - 50
*Base % chance to summon outside chamber, w/ runestone  = Base Chance + SL,D ranks - 25
*Base % chance to summon outside chamber, w/o runestone = Base Chance + SL,D ranks - 75

Where Base Chance = 100% for valence runestones (V), 50% for demon runestones (D), and 25% for archetype runestones (A)
</tt></div>

{| {{prettytable}} align="left"
|+'''BASE PERCENT CHANCE TO SUMMON'''
|+ ''V=Valence, D=Demon, A=Archetype''
|-align="center" bgcolor=#cccccc
! rowspan="3"|Demon Lore Ranks||colspan="6"|Summoning Chamber||colspan="6"|Everywhere Else
|-align="center" bgcolor=#cccccc
! colspan="3"|w/ Runestone||colspan="3"|w/o Runestone||colspan="3"|w/ Runestone||colspan="3"|w/o Runestone
|-align="center" bgcolor=#cccccc
! V||D||A||V||D||A||V||D||A||V||D||A
|-
| align="right" bgcolor=#cccccc|0||100||50||25||50||0||0||75||25||0||25||0||0
|-
| align="right" bgcolor=#cccccc|25||125||75||50||75||25||0||100||50||25||50||0||0
|-
| align="right" bgcolor=#cccccc|50||150||100||75||100||50||25||125||75||50||75||25||0
|-
| align="right" bgcolor=#cccccc|75||175||125||100||125||75||50||150||100||75||100||50||25
|-
| align="right" bgcolor=#cccccc|100||200||150||125||150||100||75||175||125||100||125||75||50
|-
| align="right" bgcolor=#cccccc|125||225||175||150||175||125||100||200||150||125||150||100||75
|-
| align="right" bgcolor=#cccccc|150||250||200||175||200||150||125||225||175||150||175||125||100
|-
| align="right" bgcolor=#cccccc|175||275||225||200||225||175||150||250||200||175||200||150||125
|-
| align="right" bgcolor=#cccccc|200||300||250||225||250||200||175||275||225||200||225||175||150
|}
''Any number ≥ 100 means no chance of failure, actual rates shown to clarify how other numbers are determined. Since the 25% benefit to summoning chambers is "approximate," table is approximate. Also, '''difficulty varies depending on valence, demon, or archetype'''. Abyran'sa requires 100 ranks in Demonology to summon with a runestone in a summoning chamber with 100% success.''

== Summoning Chambers ==

[[Summoning chamber]]s are special areas which are sensitive to the piercing of the veil, increasing the ease with which sorcerers employ this magic. Casting within a chamber will provide a 25 percentage point bonus to success rate. Additionally, the extra 600 seconds will be applied when refreshing the duration in a chamber as well.

All [[Sorcerer Guild]]s contain a summoning chamber. They are also located in some [[CHE]] structures.

== Demons and the Law ==

Due to tactics the [[Faendryl]] used during the [[Undead War]], the summoning and use of demons is widely shunned by most Elanthians. Demons are therefore subject to justice mechanics in all towns except [[Icemule Trace]], [[Mist Harbor]], and [[Wehnimer's Landing]] (since Feb. 2018). Special demon permits may be purchased in both [[Zul Logoth]] and [[Kharam Dzu]], but are otherwise considered illegal. The [[Sorcerer Guild]] teaches the [[Illusions]] [[guild skill|skill]] which can be used to cloak the demon's true image, allowing them to bypass the law as long as they remain obfuscated. Though demon illusions are permanent until dispelled, certain demons performing particular actions will cause the illusion to drop as well. A demon will automatically remain outside of town unless told to follow into town.

Demons may still roam free in areas outside of the Justice System. Use [[JUSTICE (verb)|JUSTICE STATUS]] to determine whether an area is within jurisdiction.

A sorcerer can command an undisguised demon to automatically enter or not enter a town with the MDEMON command.

* {{mono|TELL MDEMON TOWN ON}} instructs the demon to enter towns even if if it is not disguised by an illusion.
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON TOWN OFF}} instructs the demon to not enter towns if it is not disguised by an illusion.

== Minor Demon Abilities ==

''This information was originally harvested from [http://gsdemonologist.tripod.com/index.html Hakwea's Demonologist Handbook].''

{| {{prettytable}}
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#99ff99|Runes
!bgcolor=#99ffff colspan = 2 |[[Grik'tyr (rune)]]
!bgcolor=#99ffff colspan = 4 |[[Lorae'tyr (rune)]]
!bgcolor=#99ffff colspan = 3 |[[Shien'tyr (rune)]]
|- align=center bgcolor=#cccccc
!width=100|Ability
![[Grik]]
![[Imp]]
![[Abyran]]
![[Grantris]]
![[Igaesha]]
![[Verlok]]
![[Aishan]]
![[Shien]]
![[Arashan]]
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Mana Sharing|Hold Mana]]
|Yes
|Yes
|Yes
| Yes 
| Yes 
| Yes 
|No
|Yes
|Yes
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Mana Sharing|Base Mana]]
|4
|19
|9
|0
|12
|0
|N/A
|'''24'''
|9
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Mana Sharing|Additional Mana]]
|bonus/10
|bonus/10
|bonus/10
|(bonus/10)-3
|bonus/10
|(bonus/10)-3
|N/A
|bonus/10
|bonus/10
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Mana Sharing|Maximum Mana]]
|34
|49
|39
|27
|42
|27
|N/A
|'''54'''
|39
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Holding Coins|Hold Coins]]
|'''Y'''
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|N
|Y
|N
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Holding Coins|Base Coins]]
|'''1000'''
|500
|600
|500
|200
|800
|N/A
|300
|N/A
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Holding Coins|Coins per Rank]]
|'''60'''
|40
|45
|55
|10
|50
|N/A
|20
|N/A
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Holding Coins|Maximum Coins]]
|'''13120'''
|8580
|9690
|11610
|2220
|10900
|N/A
|4340
|N/A
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Guard & Cease|Guard]]
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|'''Y'''
|Y
|Y
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Guard & Cease|'''Attack Type''' (flare type)]]
|Bite
|Bite
|Bite (Poison)
|Bite (Puncture)
|Phase (Acid)
|Bite (flare &dagger;)
|'''Bite (Disease)'''
|Bite
|Spit Web (Web) &dagger;
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Carrying Items|Carry Items]]
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Carrying Items|Get]]
|2
|2
|2
|'''4'''
|0
|3
|1
|2
|4
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Carrying Items|'''Hold if Given''' (not cumulative)]]
|2
|2
|2
|'''4'''
|2
|3
|2
|2
|2
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Scout|Scout]]
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Find a Character|Find]]
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|'''Y &dagger;'''
|Y
|Y
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Deliver a Message|Deliver]]
|Y
|Y
|Y
|Y
|N
|Y
|N
|Y &dagger;
|Y
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Eat|Eat]]
| Y 
| Y 
| Y 
| Y 
| '''Y''' 
| Y 
| Y 
| Y 
| Y 
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Interfere|Interfere]]
| Y 
| Y &dagger;
| Y &dagger;
| Y 
| Y 
| Y 
| Y 
| Y 
| Y 
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Interfere|Break]]
|N
|Y
|Y &dagger;
|N
|N
|N
|N
|N
|N
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Minor Summoning (725)#Control a web|Control]]
|N
|N
|N
|N
|N
|N
|N
|N
|'''Y'''
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|[[Balefire (713)#Demon_Damage_Types_and_Attack_Chance|Balefire Flare (random)]]
|[[Disintegration_critical_table|Disintegrate]] [[Crush_critical_table|Crush]]
|[[Disintegration_critical_table|Disintegrate]] [[Crush_critical_table|Crush]]
|[[Steam_critical_table|Steam]] [[Disruption_critical_table|Disrupt]]
|[[Steam_critical_table|Steam]] [[Disruption_critical_table|Disrupt]]
|[[Steam_critical_table|Steam]] [[Disruption_critical_table|Disrupt]]
|[[Steam_critical_table|Steam]] [[Disruption_critical_table|Disrupt]]
|N/A
|[[Vacuum_critical_table|Vacuum]] [[Unbalance_critical_table|Unbalance]]
|[[Vacuum_critical_table|Vacuum]] [[Unbalance_critical_table|Unbalance]]
|}

*If a demon's ability is '''bolded''', it indicates that demon is best at that particular ability.

*If a demon's ability is highlighted in RED , using it will break its illusion.

*If an ability has a &dagger;, it indicates that demon has a special ability related to it.

*If an ability is underlined within the table, it indicates that demon has particular restriction placed upon that ability.

''For more information on a demon type, refer to that archetype's page, linked at the top of the table.''
;<big>Follow & Return </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON FOLLOW}} instructs the demon to return to the caster's location and/or follow
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON STOP}} instructs the demon to cease following and/or stay where it is (may also stop other recursive activities)

;<big>Go </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON GO}} <tt>{direction|portal}</tt> instructs the demon to move manually

Demons [[Minor Summoning (725)#Carry & Release|carrying an eye]] will cause each room description to be echoed to the user as if using the eye in the same manner.

;<big>Find a Character </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON FIND {character} }}instructs the demon to locate a particular character

Sends the demon to the location of a target, and if found, will follow them. Subject to the skill of the summoner and demon, vs. difficulty of finding that character. [[Stalking and Hiding|Hidden]] and [[Invisibility (916)|invisible]] characters are more difficult to locate. Additionally, increased difficulty in finding targets will cause the demon to take longer at the task. Only targets in the same area can be targeted successfully.

;<big>Deliver a Message </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON DELIVER {character} {message} }}instructs the demon to speak to another character on the caster's behalf
* {{mono|WHISPER {demon} {message} }}is for other characters to reply to a demon's message
* {{mono|WHISPER MIST {message} }}is used to communicate using shien's special message capability

Applicable demons will convey a message to a person for you. The target of the message may then reply, but there is wait time before the demon can deliver additional messages. The [[shien]] possess a unique method of delivery, which allows messages to be relayed in real time, without pause. This requires the summoner's room to be [[Light (205)|dark]]. Only targets in the same area can have messages delivered to them.

;<big>Carry & Release </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON CARRY}} instructs the demon to pick up and carry an eye
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON RELEASE}} instructs the demon to release the eye into the room

[[Eye Spy (707)]] can be used in conjunction with a demon in order to [[LOOK (verb)|see]] remotely. While the demon is holding the eye, only basic things can be seen. However, the eye can be released and grasped again without restriction. While independent, the eye maintains its full range of sight. Be cautious not to leave the eye stranded, as there is no command to send the demon directly to an eye. The eye is considered an item, thus the demon cannot carry it if already holding its [[Minor Summoning (725)#Minor Demon Abilities|maximum capacity]]. This function is also very useful to easily cast mass [[Evil Eye (717)]].

;<big>Carrying Items </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON GET {item} }}instructs the demon to pick up an object
* {{mono|GIVE {demon} }}gives the demon the object you are holding in the caster's right hand
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON GIVE {caster} }}demon will give an item it is currently carrying to the caster
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON DROP {item} }}instructs the demon to drop an item it is carrying

Certain demons ([[aishan]] & [[igaesha]]) will accept more items given to them by their master directly, rather than picking them up. "Get" in the table refers to the number of items a demon will pick up and carry on its own (i.e. remotely). "Hold if Given" is the amount of items the demon can accept if handed to them by their summoner. Demons can hold a maximum of items equivalent to their "Hold if Given" value. Carrying an [[Eye Spy (707)|eye]] counts as one item.

;<big>Holding Coins </big>
* {{mono|[[GIVE]] {demon} {#} }}will give silver coins to the demon
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON GIVE {#} }}instructs the demon to give the caster the coins it is carrying

"Base Coins" + "Coins per Rank" determines the maximum amount of silver coins applicable demons may carry. For example, an [[imp]] (500 base) summoned by a sorcerer with 20 ranks (40 additional per rank) of [[Sorcerous Lore, Demonology|demonology]] skill could hold 1300 coins total (500 + [20*40] = 1300). Demons will not return coins automatically upon being returned to their dimension.

;<big>Mana Sharing </big>
* {{mono|SEND {#} {demon} }}sends mana to the demon
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON SEND {#} }}instructs the demon to send mana to the caster

"Base Mana" + "Additional Mana" determines the total amount of [[mana]] each demon can hold. 'Bonus' in this situation refers to the numerical bonus corresponding to the number of [[Sorcerous Lore, Demonology|demonology]] skill ranks (use the [[SKILLS (verb)|SKILLS]] command to view). For example, an [[igaesha]] (base mana of 12) summoned by a sorcerer with 50 ranks of demonology (skill bonus of 150) would be able to store a maximum of 27 mana (12 + [150/10] = 27). Demons which hold more mana are also more efficient at transferring it. Demons will not return mana automatically upon being returned to their dimension.

[[Channeling crystal]]s made via [[alchemy]] can be used by both demon and master to transfer more mana between the two.

;<big>Guard & Cease </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON GUARD}} instructs the demon to guard the caster from pickpockets
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON CEASE}} instructs the demon to ceases guarding

If the demon is in its summoner's room, they can be instructed to help notice characters attempting to [[Pickpocketing|pickpocket]] their master. Each demon, depending upon their body type, will have a particular "Attack Type" they retaliate with automatically if either the master or demon is successful in noticing the thief. The attacks of certain demons will inflict a "flare type" (i.e. disease, lightning, etc.) upon the victim, in addition to the initial damage.

;<big>Scout </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON SCOUT}} instructs the demon to scout the surrounding area for characters, creatures, and other minor demons

The demon will leave the immediate room for a short period of time, and return shortly afterwards to inform its master of the presence of all [[character]]s, [[creature]]s, and [[minor demon]]s. Some areas do not work with this command, including the [[Sorcerer Guild]]s.

;<big>Eat </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON EAT {object} }}instructs the demon to consume an object

Demons can be instructed to eat a variety of items within their reach. This can be used as disposal for various articles of trash, if a proper trash can is not available. Certain demons are particular about what they eat, though the [[igaesha]] will eat just about anything.

Telling a demon to eat something will blow away its illusion.

;<big>Interfere </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON INTERFERE}} instructs the demon to prevent the establishment of a sanctuary
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON BREAK}} instructs the demon to attempt to disrupt an existing sanctuary (abyran'sa and imp ''only'' )

Through its demonic powers, a demon can interfere with the creation of [[Minor Sanctuary (213)|sanctuaries]] or a [[Song of Peace (1011)]]. The success of this ability is based upon a comparison of the demonologist's [[Sorcerer Base]] and [[Sorcerous Lore, Demonology|demonology]] ranks versus the sanctuary caster's [[Major Spiritual]] and [[Spiritual Lore, Summoning|summoning]] ranks. Once instructed to interfere, a demon will continue to do so until told otherwise. Instructing a demon to interfere will always cause the [[illusion]] to fail, thus it is recommended to initiate this command prior to cloaking the demon.

Only the [[Abyran#Mechanical Benefits and Flaws|abyran'sa]] is capable of breaking existing player-created sanctuaries. Telling an abyran'sa to do this takes 13 mana from the summoner, whether successful or not. The [[Imp]] is the lone archetype capable of breaking an active [[Song of Peace (1011)]].

;<big>Control a web </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON TO CONTROL}} [WEB] instructs an arashan to take control of a [[Web (118)|web]] for its owner.

The arashan possesses a unique ability amongst demonkind; they are capable of taking control of the minor spirits that make up an area web summoned by the [[Web (118)]] spell. Controlling a web yields two major results:
*the web is strengthened (gains an additional snare charge and the duration is refreshed)
*the web comes under the control of the arashan's summoner.

Controlling a web costs the caster 18 mana. Controlling a web is very taxing on the arashan, thus they may only do so once every five minutes.

;<big>Leave </big>
* {{mono|TELL MDEMON LEAVE}} ends the spell duration, returning the demon to its origin

The demon will drop the objects which it is carrying (not including silvers or mana), and return to its valence.
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== Uncommon Runes Used with this Spell ==
This list is now very incomplete with the [[Lord Vathon]] events of 2013 and 2014.
{| {{prettytable}}
|- align=center
!bgcolor=#cccccc|Runes
!bgcolor=#cccccc|Sorcerers Knowing This Rune
|-
|bgcolor=#cccccc width=135|Grik'tyr-Grik
|Nindon, Solmarar, Malisai, Angylisis, Niderom
|-
|bgcolor=#cccccc|Grik'tyr-Imp
|Querthose, Krolnivar, Evyrsio, Rumpkin, Allereli, Malisai
|-
|bgcolor=#cccccc|Lorae'tyr-Abyran
|Yactaevia, Krolnivar, Stralan, Ryynish, Querthose
|-
|bgcolor=#cccccc|Lorae'tyr-Abyran'a
|Zurrain, Moredin
|-
|bgcolor=#cccccc|Lorae'tyr-Abyran'sa
|Querthose, Iaz, Desorceri, Radamanthys, Cataclysmx, Vulterith, Isola, Stralan, Kaldonis, Silvean, Allereli, Malisai, Niderom
|-
|bgcolor=#cccccc|Lorae'tyr-Grantris
|Desorceri, Venrath, Drigore, Kaldonis
|-
|bgcolor=#cccccc|Lorae'tyr-Igaesha
|Evyrsio, Ulthripe, Allereli, Kaldonis, Silvean
|-
|bgcolor=#cccccc|Lorae'tyr-Verlok
|Krolnivar, Querthose, Delarock, Matthosa, Kaldonis, Silvean, Maetriks, Niderom
|-
|bgcolor=#cccccc|Shien'tyr-Aishan
|Jameszz, Querthose, Desorceri, Stralan, Venrath, Delarock, Suntzhu, Drigore, Maetriks, Mianne, Niderom
|-
|bgcolor=#cccccc|Shien'tyr-Shien
|Mekthros, Missoni, Kilaya, Desmonique, Rontuu, Allereli (Darkling), Drigore (Darkling), Matthosa, Kaldonis, Silvean (Shadowling), Malisai, Niderom (Darkling)
|-
|bgcolor=#cccccc|Shien'tyr-Arashan
|Allereli, Drigore, Silvean
|}

== Resources ==
* [[Minor demon messaging]]
* [[Enchiridion Valentia]]
* [[The Enchiridion Valentia]] (official documentation)
* [[Introduction to the Enchiridion Valentia and Summoning]] (official documentation)
* [[/saved posts|Saved posts]]
* [[Commentary on Enchiridion Valentia - Lorae'Tyr]]
* [[Rhythus Veranthe Faendryl]] (release storyline)

[[Category:Demons]]
[[category: Pet Spells]]

Polearm Weapons

2006-12-13T09:54:39Z

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Training in the '''Polearm Weapons''' skill supports the use of polearm weapons such as spears, halberds, and lances in melee combat. Polearm weapons come in both one- and two-handed varieties, and the use of two-handed polearms provides a small bonus to the wielder's [[defensive strength]]. Polearm weapons along with two-handed weapons tend to be the largest and heaviest-hitting weapon types. As such, they are also by and large the slowest.

== Ranks and Training Costs ==
{{skill|
| Bardranks = 2 || Bardcost = 6/1
| Clericranks = 1 || Clericcost = 11/3
| Empathranks = 1 || Empathcost = 14/3
| Paladinranks = 2 || Paladincost = 5/2
| Rangerranks = 2 || Rangercost = 7/2
| Rogueranks = 2 || Roguecost = 7/2
| Sorcererranks = 1 || Sorcerercost = 14/3
| Warriorranks = 2 || Warriorcost = 3/1
| Wizardranks = 1 || Wizardcost = 14/3
|}}

== Special Features ==
Polearms are unique in construction from most other weapons, and as such, they've a few features to them that are not available to most other weapons.

*'''Tripping'''
:Characters with at least fifteen (15) ranks of the Polearm Weapons skill can make use of the [[TRIP (verb)|TRIP]] verb if they have a two-handed polearm in their right hand. Effectiveness of TRIP can be increased by training in Combat Maneuvers and gaining ranks in the [[Trip (combat maneuver)|Trip]] maneuver.

*'''Ambushing'''
:Two-handed polearms cannot be used to ambush from hiding - the character will only remove themselves from hiding and attack visibly. One-handed polearms are useable for hidden ambushing purposes.

*'''Two-handed vs. One-handed Use'''
:Most polearms are two-handed weapons, however, some are one-handed, and others are switchable. Javelins and pilums are one-handed, while, spears and tridents are switchable between one-handed and two-handed use. Use of the [[GRIP (verb)|GRIP]] verb can toggle spear- and trident-based polearms from one-handed to two-handed and back again.

== Game Mechanics ==
{{Weapon table start}}


{{Weapon table entry | weapon = [[Pilum]] | DFcloth = .350 | DFleather = .250 | DFscale = .225 | DFchain = .175 | DFplate = .060
| RT = 3 | MinRT = 4 | DamageType = Slash/Puncture | STDUR = 50/150
|AvD1=30
|AvD5=27|AvD6=26|AvD7=25|AvD8=24
|AvD9=22|AvD10=20|AvD11=18|AvD12=16
|AvD13=23|AvD14=19|AvD15=15|AvD16=11
|AvD17=15|AvD18=9|AvD19=3|AvD20=-3}}

|- align=center
|rowspan=2 bgcolor=#eeeeee|''' [[Spear]] (1H) '''||bgcolor=#cccccc|DF
| .425 || colspan=4| .325 || colspan=4| .250 || colspan=4| .250 || colspan=4| .160
|rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| Slash/Puncture ||rowspan=2| 15/130
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|AvD

|width=20| 28

|width=20| 29 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 27 ||width=20| 26

|width=20| 27 ||width=20| 25 ||width=20| 23 ||width=20| 21

|width=20| 30 ||width=20| 26 ||width=20| 22 ||width=20| 18

|width=20| 25 ||width=20| 19 ||width=20| 13 ||width=20| 7


|- align=center
|rowspan=2 bgcolor=#eeeeee|''' [[Spear]] (2H) '''||bgcolor=#cccccc|DF
| .550 || colspan=4| .385 || colspan=4| .340 || colspan=4| .325 || colspan=4| .220
|rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| Slash/Puncture ||rowspan=2| 15/130
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|AvD

|width=20| 28

|width=20| 29 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 27 ||width=20| 26

|width=20| 27 ||width=20| 25 ||width=20| 23 ||width=20| 21

|width=20| 30 ||width=20| 26 ||width=20| 22 ||width=20| 18

|width=20| 25 ||width=20| 19 ||width=20| 13 ||width=20| 7


|- align=center
|rowspan=2 bgcolor=#eeeeee|''' [[Trident]] (1H) '''||bgcolor=#cccccc|DF
| .425 || colspan=4| .350 || colspan=4| .260 || colspan=4| .230 || colspan=4| .150
|rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| Slash/Puncture/Crush ||rowspan=2| 70/190
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|AvD

|width=20| 30

|width=20| 30 ||width=20| 29 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 27

|width=20| 31 ||width=20| 29 ||width=20| 27 ||width=20| 25

|width=20| 32 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 24 ||width=20| 20

|width=20| 32 ||width=20| 26 ||width=20| 20 ||width=20| 14


|- align=center
|rowspan=2 bgcolor=#eeeeee|''' [[Trident]] (2H) '''||bgcolor=#cccccc|DF
| .600 || colspan=4| .425 || colspan=4| .375 || colspan=4| .300 || colspan=4| .185
|rowspan=2| 6 ||rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| Slash/Puncture/Crush ||rowspan=2| 70/190
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|AvD

|width=20| 30

|width=20| 30 ||width=20| 29 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 27

|width=20| 31 ||width=20| 29 ||width=20| 27 ||width=20| 25

|width=20| 32 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 24 ||width=20| 20

|width=20| 32 ||width=20| 26 ||width=20| 20 ||width=20| 14


|- align=center
|rowspan=2 bgcolor=#eeeeee|''' [[Javelin]] '''||bgcolor=#cccccc|DF
| .425 || colspan=4| .325 || colspan=4| .250 || colspan=4| .250 || colspan=4| .160
|rowspan=2| 4 ||rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| Puncture ||rowspan=2| 17/105
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|AvD

|width=20| 28

|width=20| 29 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 27 ||width=20| 26

|width=20| 27 ||width=20| 25 ||width=20| 23 ||width=20| 21

|width=20| 30 ||width=20| 26 ||width=20| 22 ||width=20| 18

|width=20| 25 ||width=20| 19 ||width=20| 13 ||width=20| 7


|- align=center
|rowspan=2 bgcolor=#eeeeee|''' [[Halberd]] '''||bgcolor=#cccccc|DF
| .550 || colspan=4| .400 || colspan=4| .400 || colspan=4| .300 || colspan=4| .200
|rowspan=2| 6 ||rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| Slash/Puncture/Crush ||rowspan=2| 25/150
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|AvD

|width=20| 30

|width=20| 30 ||width=20| 29 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 27

|width=20| 31 ||width=20| 29 ||width=20| 27 ||width=20| 25

|width=20| 32 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 24 ||width=20| 20

|width=20| 32 ||width=20| 26 ||width=20| 20 ||width=20| 14


{{weapon table entry | weapon = [[Naginata]] | DFcloth = .550 | DFleather = .400 | DFscale = .400 | DFchain = .300 | DFplate = .200 | RT = 6 | MinRT = 5 | DamageType = Slash/Puncture/Crush | STDUR = 25/150
|AvD1=50
|AvD5=50|AvD6=49|AvD7=48|AvD8=47|
|AvD9=51|AvD10=49|AvD11=47|AvD12=45|
|AvD13=52|AvD14=48|AvD15=44|AvD16=40|
|AvD17=52|AvD18=46|AvD19=40|AvD20=34}}

|- align=center
|rowspan=2 bgcolor=#eeeeee|''' [[Jeddart-axe]] '''||bgcolor=#cccccc|DF
| .550 || colspan=4| .425 || colspan=4| .425 || colspan=4| .325 || colspan=4| .250
|rowspan=2| 7 ||rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| Slash/Crush ||rowspan=2| 60/185
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|AvD

|width=20| 30

|width=20| 32 ||width=20| 31 ||width=20| 30 ||width=20| 29

|width=20| 30 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 26 ||width=20| 24

|width=20| 40 ||width=20| 46 ||width=20| 42 ||width=20| 38

|width=20| 40 ||width=20| 34 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 22


|- align=center
|rowspan=2 bgcolor=#eeeeee|''' [[Hammer of Kai]] '''||bgcolor=#cccccc|DF
| .550 || colspan=4| .425 || colspan=4|.450 || colspan=4| .350 || colspan=4| .250
|rowspan=2| 7 ||rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| Puncture ||rowspan=2| 50/190
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|AvD

|width=20| 25

|width=20| 25 ||width=20| 24 ||width=20| 23 ||width=20| 22

|width=20| 35 ||width=20| 33 ||width=20| 31 ||width=20| 29

|width=20| 40 ||width=20| 36 ||width=20| 32 ||width=20| 26

|width=20| 40 ||width=20| 34 ||width=20| 28 ||width=20| 22


|- align=center
|rowspan=2 bgcolor=#eeeeee|''' [[Awl-pike]] '''||bgcolor=#cccccc|DF
| .600 || colspan=4| .550 || colspan=4| .575 || colspan=4| .450 || colspan=4| .350
|rowspan=2| 9 ||rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| Puncture/Crush ||rowspan=2| 60/160
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|AvD

|width=20| 15

|width=20| 20 ||width=20| 19 ||width=20| 18 ||width=20| 17

|width=20| 35 ||width=20| 33 ||width=20| 31 ||width=20| 29

|width=20| 45 ||width=20| 41 ||width=20| 37 ||width=20| 33

|width=20| 50 ||width=20| 44 ||width=20| 38 ||width=20| 32


|- align=center
|rowspan=2 bgcolor=#eeeeee|''' [[Lance]] '''||bgcolor=#cccccc|DF
| .725 || colspan=4| .525 || colspan=4| .550 || colspan=4| .475 || colspan=4| .350
|rowspan=2| 9 ||rowspan=2| 5 ||rowspan=2| Puncture/Crush ||rowspan=2| 17/105
|- align=center
|bgcolor=#cccccc|AvD

|width=20| 35

|width=20| 38 ||width=20| 37 ||width=20| 36 ||width=20| 35

|width=20| 39 ||width=20| 37 ||width=20| 35 ||width=20| 33

|width=20| 53 ||width=20| 49 ||width=20| 45 ||width=20| 41

|width=20| 50 ||width=20| 44 ||width=20| 38 ||width=20| 32
|}

==Resources==
* http://www.play.net/gs4/info/armory/polearms.asp
* http://www.play.net/gs4/info/skills.asp
* http://www.gs4sorcerer.com

[[Category:Weapons]]