A Medieval Costume is All You Need
In a quirky new competition, Jetstar is calling on all knights, lords, maidens, and jesters to participate in an epic live-action role-play (LARP) simulated battle. The tournament, dubbed the Knights of the Skies, will have brave and noble Aussies competing to win a share of over $50,000 worth of flights. To be in the running, contestants must take a photograph of themselves in their finest medieval getup, which can be as DIY as they like. “The more DIY the better,” says Jetstar, with suggestions ranging from dusters as swords to pillow suits of armor and medieval helmets that resemble frying pans.
The Battle of the Skies
The competition will be hosted by Australian comedian and radio star Liam Stapleton, who will invite the best pictures to a real-life LARP competition in Melbourne. The winner will take $50,000 worth of flights, while the runners-up will each receive $1,000 worth. The competitors will face off against long-time LARP warriors from Australia’s largest LARPing organization, Swordcraft. The organization’s head of story, Brett Duncan, who plays Co-Captain Greg, The Town Guard of Sudenberg, has visited several real-life castles and has a bucket-list location of Japan or the United Kingdom.
A Castle Lover’s Dream
Brett Duncan, from Lilydale in Victoria, has a fascination with medieval history, which has led him to get into the LARPing world. “Castles weren’t just fortresses,” he says. “They were homes, statements of strength, and often the heart of entire communities.”
The competition will celebrate Jetstar’s 21st birthday and will be held on May 25. Here are some of the castle destinations that Jetstar has listed on its network:
- Kryal Castle, Ballarat, Australia
- Thorngrove Manor, Adelaide, Australia
- Iandra Castle, Greenethorpe, Australia
- Cinderella Castle, Disneyland Tokyo, Japan
- Luna Castle, Da Nang, Vietnam
- Larnach Castle, Dunedin, New Zealand
These destinations offer a range of medieval experiences, from jousting displays and archery demonstrations to maze traversals and dragon towers.
Get Ready for the Quest
To participate in the Knights of the Skies tournament, simply post your photo on Instagram tagging @JetstarAustralia and #KnightsOfTheSkies, or send it as an Instagram DM, or comment on Jetstar’s competition post on Facebook. The competition is open to all, and there’s no need to be a skilled LARP warrior to participate. So, grab your medieval gear, get creative, and join the quest for medieval glory!
“I’m excited to be a part of this competition,” says Liam Stapleton, the host of the Knights of the Skies tournament. “It’s going to be a fun and exciting event that will bring people together and celebrate the magic of medieval times.”
| Kryal Castle, Ballarat, Australia | Thorngrove Manor, Adelaide, Australia | Iandra Castle, Greenethorpe, Australia | Cinderella Castle, Disneyland Tokyo, Japan | Luna Castle, Da Nang, Vietnam | Larnach Castle, Dunedin, New Zealand |
The Rewards
The winner of the Knights of the Skies tournament will take home $50,000 worth of flights, while the runners-up will each receive $1,000 worth. The competition will also celebrate Jetstar’s 21st birthday, making it a unique and special event.
The Quest for Medieval Glory
The Knights of the Skies tournament is the perfect opportunity for anyone to experience the magic of medieval times and compete for a share of the prize. So, grab your medieval gear, get creative, and join the quest for medieval glory! Don’t miss out on this exciting competition!