Cracks in the Orb
A theater-style LARP in the world of Steven Brust's Dragaera novels
Costuming, or, what does one wear to the proper pre-Interregnum society event?
Costuming is fairly simple for this game, which I'm sure is a relief for those of you who played in LXHS. I recommend medieval/Renaissance-flavored garb in your appropriate House colors. Most of the characters will be there attending a party, so the more formal the garb, the better. Fantastical elements would be appropriate, too.
Of course, seeing that the Khaavren Romances take inspiration from The Three Musketeers, if you want to put together early 17th century French court garb, I sure won't stop you :)
House colors for those in game:
Phoenix: gold
Dragon: black & silver
Tiassa: pale blue & white
Dzur: black & white
Issola: green & white
Athyra: red & white
Jhereg: black & grey
If you need to know the colors for the other Houses, I refer you to the excellent House Characteristics page on Cracks and Shards.
Those who are affiliated with the Athyra Guard or Empress' Personal Guard would typically wear a cape in Athyra House colors, as well. One of our first-run players, Mel S, actually made a set of guard cloaks for all the players for whom this matters, however, so don't worry about acquiring a red and white cloak!
One note, for the gentlemen among you: Dragaerans can't grow facial hair. If it's a simple choice to make between shaving vs. not shaving that day, definitely err on the side of clean-shaven. I won't ask that anyone shave their precious beards and mustaches just for my game, though.