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10 Middle Ages facts
By Patrick Dubuc on

10 Middle Ages facts

It is difficult to mark a specific date for beginning and end of this period but traditionally, the beginning of the Middle Ages is marked by the fall of the last Roman emperor, Romulus Augustus and its more contested end by the death of the King Charles VIII in 1498.
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All About LARP Bows
By Patricia Favreau on

All About LARP Bows

One of the oldest weapons made by man, the bow is still used today competitively, recreationally and, in some places, for subsistence. A staple of the medieval and fantasy genres, it holds an undeniable place within LARPs. However, unlike with foam swords, you actually need to have the real deal to use as intended and the world of archery is vast and complex!
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May the Quasar Lightsaber be with you!
By Shopify API on

May the Quasar Lightsaber be with you!

Tired of lightsabers that break the first time you hit them with them against another saber? Or that burn out just when you're finally warmed up? This is why we have created the first and only lightsabers built for battle from high quality modular components. The Quasar LEDSaber is great for roleplaying and practicing the Jedi way!
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International Women's Day
By Patricia Favreau on

International Women's Day

You may have heard this name before, although it has mostly been brought up in passing up until now. However, they are most certainly not just passing through; we couldn't let such a dynamic and creative local company breeze by us without building a strong connection. Read on to get to know them...
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Calimacil Collaborates with Diratia Productions
By Patricia Favreau on

Calimacil Collaborates with Diratia Productions

You may have heard this name before, although it has mostly been brought up in passing up until now. However, they are most certainly not just passing through; we couldn't let such a dynamic and creative local company breeze by us without building a strong connection. Read on to get to know them...
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CaliCON 2021 Highlights
By Patricia Favreau on

CaliCON 2021 Highlights

On Nov. 6 2021, 2 years after its last iteration, Calimacil’s CaliCON welcomed guests once more. Held at Calimacil’s workshop in Sherbrooke, it featured several local manufacturers of handmade goods, local organisations and businesses relevant to immersive games and the use of foam weapons, fantastic costumes and products from big names such as Calimacil, Epic Armoury and Mytholon.
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Why Witchers have Two Swords
By Nora Evett on

Why Witchers have Two Swords

From the minute you look at Geralt of Rivia, you understand that swords are important to him: he classically has them strapped to his back, a violently clear fashion statement: enemies, beware... So what’s the deal with these swords? Why are they so special?

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The Legendary Swords of The Witcher
By Nora Evett on

The Legendary Swords of The Witcher

Swords clearly have a lot of importance in the Witcher--the main character Geralt has two of them strapped to his back (or one, if he’s Henry Cavill)--and besides that, most of the other folks you meet are carrying some sort of weapon. Swords were, at the time, weapons of prestige, and a swordsman’s--especially a witcher’s--entire reputation could depend on the sword at his side. Swords had their own names, and would accumulate their own legend over time.
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Meet our partners | Fucina Del Drago
By Christyne Blais on

Meet our partners | Fucina Del Drago

During their trip to Italy, Patrick and Samuel got the chance to shake hands with Cristian Saglio, owner of Fucina del Drago. We happily present to you the talented creator of accessories made from Italian leather as one of our precious collaborators.
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