What To Bring

Here is a list of items we recommend bringing with you to a Dystopia Rising event. This list is not all inclusive, but this is a good start. You are the best judge of your own comfort and needs.  Please consider what additional items you need to take care of yourself, and set the scene for your own sleeping area. 

for Staff

  • Proof of COVID vaccination (can be sent ahead of time)

  • Legal photo ID

  • Payment for ticket (if not purchased at home)

Food & Drink

  • Meals - real, substantial food to sit down and eat

  • Water - plain water

  • Snacks - bites you can grab and munch on the go

  • Fun drinks - soda, energy drinks, tea, coffee, etc

Medication & TOILETRIES

  • Medication - whatever you take at home along with outdoorsy stuff (bug spray, sunscreen, etc)

  • Vision - contacts, solution, backup glasses

  • Dental care - Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, etc

  • Skincare - Lotion, moisturizer, etc

  • Shower stuff - Shampoo, soap, towel, shower slippers

Sleep Gear

  • Bedding - Pillow, blanket, sleeping bag

NPC items

  • NPC clothes - neutral, unbranded outfit to wear under NPC costuming

  • Red flashlight - for night time adventures

  • Green headband - to signify you are Out of Character

  • Timepiece - tracking time for skills and effects

PC Items

  • The kit - clothing, accessories, makeup, trinkets, etc

  • Supply bag - this will hold all your items that aren’t repped

  • Writing utensil(s) - writing stuff on your character sheet, in character notes, etc

  • Contact safe combat gear - boffers, shields, armor, blasters, etc

COSTUME

You'll see so many costumes at Dystopia Rising! All shapes and sizes, with an array of materials. We want you to look awesome, but also be safe! Make sure your costume is not only safe for running, jumping, crashing through the woods, slipping in mud and swinging combat-safe weapons, but also rugged and non-sentimental. There is no doubt that at some point during a Dystopia Rising event you could end up with fake blood on you and some fake blood stains on your clothes. Do not bring or wear anything to Dystopia Rising that you would be heartbroken to find damaged, stained, or destroyed. Dystopia Rising is not responsible for the safety of your property if it is broken or stolen. Lastly, bringing expensive, delicate, or meaningful items is a recipe for disaster.