No functional props or weapons are allowed at LIBCON West.
Simulated or costume props or weapons are allowed as a part of your costume, and are subject to approval by LIBCON West staff and in compliance with the following:
Security staff may stop you and ask to inspect your weapon. Staff will tag your weapon if it meets the above criteria.
If you do not want to have your costume weapons inspected or tagged, or if you are not willing to comply with these policies, please do not bring your costume weapons.
Simulated or costume props or weapons are allowed as a part of your costume, and are subject to approval by LIBCON West staff and in compliance with the following:
- All costume props must conform to state and federal law.
- Projectile costume props and weapons must be rendered inoperable.
- Functional (real) arrows must have their tips removed.
- Edged weapons must be blunted (not sharp). Weapons with a cutting edge must be tied to your costume in such a way that they can’t be drawn.
- Please be aware of your surroundings. LIBCON West can get quite crowded, so please check the area before drawing your weapon.
Security staff may stop you and ask to inspect your weapon. Staff will tag your weapon if it meets the above criteria.
If you do not want to have your costume weapons inspected or tagged, or if you are not willing to comply with these policies, please do not bring your costume weapons.