Event Registration Reminder

Gen Con 50 Event Registration, held May 28 at noon (Eastern), is less than two weeks away! Event Registration will be your first chance to get event tickets for more than 15,500 Gen Con events, including an exclusive They Might Be Giants concert, events from Co-Sponsor Paizo, Inc., and newly posted Industry Insider panels.



Never participated in Event Registration? Done it before, but need a reminder on what it is and how it works? Check out this page which helps explain "How Events Work" at Gen Con! Additionally, the prior two newsletters have some tips on common topics such as "How to Create Wish Lists" and more. You can read archived versions of the May 12 and May 15 newsletters online.



Building your Wish List? Need tips on event search? Check out the "How to Find Events Page." The "Find Event" functionality supports key word search, searching by company/gaming group, and searching by time/day. When searching, use quotation marks to hone in on your search terms, including key words and phrases. Searching for multiple terms without quotes will return any event related to your search terms. If you know your event's Game ID, you also may search with that.



Have further questions? You can ask them at specific Gen Con forums, created for your events related inquiries. Experiencing account or technical issues? Email customerservice@gencon.com for specific support.

Check out HârnWorld



Events from Columbia Games







Established in 1983,



Hârnworld gets the details right, providing you with unparalleled depth and consistency that helps you spin an epic tale. Large details, like plate tectonics, ocean currents, star charts, and languages are complimented by smaller details, like the names and holders of thousands of manors, the locations of guards on castle floorplans, or the hawking tax rate levied on merchants in each market town.



Check out Game Masters! Looking for a realistic Fantasy World? Come to Columbia Games ' FREE presentation on HârnWorld , a game world for any RPG system. Get a free castle booklet & map just for attending. There are two sessions - Friday at 9 am and Saturday at 6 pm Established in 1983, HârnWorld is the most consistent, detailed, sophisticated and flexible game world to be found. Learn why this game world has stood the test of time (hint: its not just the pretty maps). These seminars will introduce you to HârnWorld: a gritty, realistic gaming world that can accommodate whichever style of campaign you are looking for. Whether your player characters are knights, mages, barbarians, clerics, mercenaries, gladiators, craftsmen, merchants, thieves, or peasants, HârnWorld is the right setting to immerse your group into a rich medieval world that really works.Hârnworld gets the details right, providing you with unparalleled depth and consistency that helps you spin an epic tale. Large details, like plate tectonics, ocean currents, star charts, and languages are complimented by smaller details, like the names and holders of thousands of manors, the locations of guards on castle floorplans, or the hawking tax rate levied on merchants in each market town.Check out Hârn ! Where the fantasy is real. Exciting True Dungeon Event Details







Adventures in “The Name of the Wind” Novel Setting: Acclaimed author Patrick Rothfuss has worked with the True Dungeon team to craft two exciting adventures that feature characters and monsters from his first two novels - as well as some new monsters from his world that have yet to (or may never) appear in print. This should be a bit of fun to hold you over until his third novel is published. And if you get a chance, check out the new True Dungeon (TD) fans, take note! The exciting, immersive dungeon crawl experience will return to Lucas Oil Stadium this year, from Thursday, August 17 through Saturday, August 19. And this year, there's an exciting new update!: Acclaimed author Patrick Rothfuss has worked with the True Dungeon team to craft two exciting adventures that feature characters and monsters from his first two novels - as well as some new monsters from his world that have yet to (or may never) appear in print. This should be a bit of fun to hold you over until his third novel is published. And if you get a chance, check out the new Treasure Token collection . Patrick worked with the True Dungeon team to include many items from his fantasy setting - like the Ultra Rare "Shaed".



All True Dungeon events are live in the system now, and searchable.



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NOTE: For both adventures, two slightly different versions will be offered: one more puzzle-oriented, the other more combat-focused. This means that a total of FOUR different adventures will be available! The Moongate Maze ” Located in the Rothfuss' book setting of the Fae, you must locate a planar gate in a faerie maze while facing perplexing puzzles and creatures from Patrick’s world. "Dancing Among Stones” Presented around his book setting of the village of Newarre, you must gain the favor of a certain dashing rogue in a sleepy village to learn how some ancient Standing Stones may return you home.For both adventures, two slightly different versions will be offered: one more puzzle-oriented, the other more combat-focused. This means that a total of FOUR different adventures will be available!

Curious about True Dungeon? Want to explain TD to friends? Click the image below to see a short video.





Back By Popular Demand - Ruth's Chris Steak Break







If you're not familiar, Ruth's Chris Steakhouse has created a specific lunch deal just for Gen Con gamers. You get two Kobe-style beef sliders, chips, and a GIANT fresh-baked cookie for just $10.95. Add a drink for just a buck! Back for its SEVENTH year as a proud supporter of Gen Con, Ruth's Chris Steak House is offering its STEAK BREAK lunch on Friday, August 18!If you're not familiar, Ruth's Chris Steakhouse has created a specific lunch deal just for Gen Con gamers. You get two Kobe-style beef sliders, chips, and a GIANT fresh-baked cookie for just $10.95. Add a drink for just a buck! 5 for $50 PROMOTION RETURNING THIS YEAR: Order lunch for your entire gaming group and get a great discount. You can get five STEAK BREAKS for just $50! Add bottled sodas or waters at pick-up for just a dollar each (cash only on drinks). Feed your entire gaming table with this must-order lunch for gamers on the go.



Steak Breaks are pre-order only and available for pick-up on Friday, August 5 from 11 am to 2 pm at Ruth's Chris, just a couple blocks from the Indiana Convention Center at 45 S. Illinois Street. Want to let Ruth's Chris Downtown Indianapolis know how much you love their support of Gen Con? Please like their Facebook page! Ready to order delicious steak sliders for your gaming group? Click this link. PayPal is accepted.

Announcing Do317 Media Partnership





Gen Con has added Indy's Do317 as an official Media Partner for 2017. With more than 140,000 registered users, Do317.com is the largest culture and entertainment community in Indianapolis. They live and love the Circle City, and their sole focus is helping natives answer the question "What am I going to do tonight?" They can help you unlock Indy’s best-kept secrets. By dedicating themselves to one mission they continue to bring you the city’s most premier giveaways, RSVPs, and top local events. Create a Do317 account today and don't miss out on local promotions, news, and deals in Indy!

Gen Con 50 Blood Drive



Stack the Dice in your Favor - Donate! The Blood Mobile is back for its annual Gen Con blood drive with the Indiana Blood Center! It’s a simple thing to do and is the gift of life for those in need. Last year, generous Gen Con attendees donated 130 units of blood! Let's set a new record for Gen Con 50.



The Blood Mobile will be at Gen Con for three days, Thursday, August 17 through Saturday, August 19. This year, again with the generous support of The Westin Indianapolis, there will be TWO Blood Mobiles on Friday!

Limited Edition Gen Con 50 Dice Bags

These luscious black velvet dice bags are soft to the touch, but strong enough to hold all your d20s! They are a limited edition just for Gen Con 50, so be sure to pick one up ion time for the convention! Don't forget about all of the other Gen Con 50 swag in the Official Gen Con Store, too!

Join The Gen Con 50 Event Team





Love Gen Con? Ever wanted to get experience working in the events industry? Gen Con has opened applications for its Gen Con 50 Event Team. Event Team roles are all paid positions with benefits based on the amount of time you want to dedicate during the convention. Those at least 18 years of age or older may apply.



You may join the program in either 16 or 32-hour positions. Some examples of Event Team responsibilities include replenishing Program Book stock, monitoring event spaces, and providing breaks for Gen Con Captains.



For those interested in becoming a part of the Gen Con family, learning the in-and-outs of operating a convention, and are prepared to work at least 36 hours over the course of the show, applicants should choose the Apprentice Level of Gen Con's Mentorship Program and work your way up through the ranks!



Interested in joining? You can find the application at this web page, and you must complete it by July 31.