Props

We’ve broken our full Code of Conduct and Rules & Policies into smaller, focused sections across multiple pages to make it easier to find what you need quickly. This section covers our prop policies.

If you have questions, the Contact Us page can direct you to the right department or help with general inquiries. To submit a grievance if you believe you’ve been falsely or unfairly accused of a violation, please use the Contact Us page with a clear description of your concerns.

Props & Items

  1. We want all our attendees to have an amazing time in an open-minded and welcoming environment where everyone can enjoy everything our event has to offer. However, to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all, we have to put some restrictions on props and other items.
  2. All props must be reviewed by Help and Safety. 
  3. Item/Prop Requirements
    1. Live/Real Steel Props
      • Metal/Steel Props are required to be blunted and dulled to the point of having no sharpened points or edges.
    2. Firearm Props
      • Firearm props must be identifiable as non-functional, with no moving parts and a visible orange tip.
        • Rendering Airsoft, Nerf, or other props non-functional could include sealing the barrel with silicone, removing internal parts and springs so it cannot fire, etc.
        • Magazines must be empty of all projectiles and may only be placed in the prop for pictures.
    3. Bows and Arrows
      • ALL bows are required to be unstrung or have the string made of a material that cannot create enough tension to release projectiles, such as yarn or something similar.
      • All arrows must be foam-tipped or otherwise blunt and non-functional. Hard-tipped arrows of any kind are prohibited.
    4. Fireworks, Smoke, and Chemicals
      • Smoke powder, sparklers, fireworks, and any combustible material are strictly prohibited.
    5. Using and Handling Props
      • Props are a privilege, not a right.
        • They are meant to enhance the convention experience, but misuse—such as swinging them, using them recklessly, or creating safety hazards—will result in losing that privilege immediately.