Event Request F.A.Q.'s
1. Who are you?
We are a bunch of Star Wars fans that wanted to learn the seven different lightsaber forms as a competitive performance martial art. Our interpretation of these forms pre-dates the Praxeum and was passed down from twenty generations of master to apprentice.
2. Are you affiliated with Disney and/or Lucasfilm?
We are not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with Disney and/or Lucasfilm.
3. Are you part of the 501st Legion, Saber Legion, or another Star Wars group?
We are an independent, West Virginia-based group that is not directly affiliated with any other costuming or lightsaber organizations. We have enjoyed working with some of these groups in the past and hope to continue doing so.
4. Are your duels choreographed?
While we try to create movie-like performances, the majority of our duels are entirely unchoreographed. We use a competitive, turn-based system to balance showmanship and martial skills. For story-telling purposes, we will sometimes incorporate a choreographed element or have a pre-determined winner.
5. What do your performances involve?
Our performances are simulated combat as we do try to mimic the lightsaber duels from the movies and shows. To help increase the immersion level for the audience, we may include other elements to our performances such as lights, music, sound effects, and fog effects.
6. Will you perform at my event?
The Praxeum is happy to consider events of any size or type. We have performed for small private events, fundraisers, community events, and large comic con audiences. Because we are a small group of volunteers, we may be limited in the distance we can travel or the number of events we can take on in a single season, so contact us early!
7. What do you charge for event appearances?
Our instructors and members are all volunteers and we do not charge for our classes or events. However, we do encourage you to make a donation to WVU Childrens Hospital.
8. Will you allow members of the audience to join in?
We love interacting with other Star Wars fans; however, our dueling system is unique and does involve a level of skill. We are happy to cross blades with audience members, especially children, but this will be handled on a case-by-case basis and will be limited to casual encounters, not formal duels. This extends to members of other lightsaber groups, who must discuss their system with our council before we consider a joint performance.
9. Will you appear in costume for an event?
Yes! Most of our members have their own cosplays (short for “costume play”), but some may appear in Praxeum shirts or other professional attire. We prefer to allow our members to be creative rather than only wear movie-accurate costumes and unfortunately we do not have specific character costumes on hand. If you would like us to appear in a Star Wars costume that you own or rent, we are happy to discuss.