The beating heart of Epicism is a foundation built on inclusion, and that made coming together in celebration of Pride a deeply meaningful and important experience for each of us.
This year’s inaugural Darkspear Dash served as the perfect backdrop for an event that brought us together in support of our LGBTQIA+ guildies, friends, and loved ones. Stories were shared about the importance of acceptance, and many heartfelt tears were shed as those willing spoke about the gravity of their life experiences, and the appreciation felt for the unique community our specific group of friends has created. In this place, everyone feels safe and welcome. Free to truly be themselves without fear. To us, that is exactly what a celebration of pride should be—not for a single event or even for an entire month, but as a manner of simply being all year long.