Register for MerpCon V (2009) Today!

What: MerpCon (Middle-earth Role Playing Convention) is an annual international event dedicated to Tolkien enthusiasts, scholars, fans, and role-playing gamers. Gaming events are set anywhere in Tolkien's expansive universe. Guest speakers are noted (and often published) Tolkien scholars. The event is meant for all levels of enthusiasts from just a passing interest in Tolkien and his works, to the dedicated Tolkien scholar, linguist or gamer. For RPGers, please note that many different game systems are welcomed and used, including but not limited to:

• Dungeons & Dragons (Ea d20 adaptation: http://www.earpg.com)

• Iron Crown Enterprises Middle-earth Role Playing

• Decipher's Lord of the Rings

• Ambarquenta

• Hither-lands

• GURPS (adapted to Middle-earth)

• Basic Role-Playing system (adapted to Middle-earth)

• HARP, GURPS, Harnmaster, and more!

When: July 24^th, 25^th, & 26^th (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday). (Plus Monday 27th for a select few). See the detailed, up to date schedule at http://www.merpcon.com/schedule/merpcon-v-schedule

Where: The Apple Tree Inn, 9508 N. Division, Spokane, WA, 99218, USA. http://www.appletreeinnmotel.com/ 1-800-323-5796

How much: The event is 100% free and open to the public but you MUST RSVP, even if just tentative (you can select your level of commitment on the RSVP online form).

Previous MerpCon guest speakers have included John D. Rateliff, Michael Martinez, Chris Seeman, Joe Mandala, Cason Snow, Thomas Morwinsky, and others.

See the MerpCon website for up to the minute details as they develop, including details on guest speakers, game session sign up, and more.

Website: http://www.merpcon.org/rsvp

Email: webmaster at merpcon dot com

Phone: (509) 481-5437