Ver Garum

English
The National Sport of Oblon

Written by FirethornDragon

What is Ver Garum

Ver Garum is a traditional and widely celebrated sport in Oblon, played for generations. Ver Garum is derived from the city where it was first played. The sport has a rich history, dating back to when the clans were united. It is an annual event that brings together all the clans and is considered a significant cultural event in Oblon.

The game of Ver Garum involves rolling small stone-shaped balls across a table with different terrains to get them into a hole. The table is usually made of wood or stone and has a variety of obstacles that make the game more challenging. The balls used in the game are made of different materials, such as clay, marble, or metal, and come in various sizes and weights.

The game's objective is to get the balls into the hole with the least number of rolls. The player or team with the lowest number of rolls at the end of the game is declared the winner. The game requires skill, strategy, and luck to succeed. Players must carefully consider the terrain, the ball's weight, and the shot's angle to make the perfect roll. Each player has eleven balls in a one-on-one game, but in a team game, they have four balls each.

In conclusion, Ver Garum is an exciting sport that has been integral to Oblon's culture for centuries. It is a game that requires skill, strategy, and precision, and people of all ages and backgrounds enjoy it.

Why it has become so popular in Oblon

Ver Garum has gained immense popularity across Oblon due to its unique and challenging gameplay. The sport requires the dwarfs to understand the materials used in the game and the weight difference in each ball. This makes it a game that challenges the knowledge and skills of the players.

However, what indeed draws the dwarfs towards Ver Garum is the gambling aspect of the sport. They love to place bets on almost anything related to the game, making it a thrilling and exciting experience. The combination of skill and chance makes Ver Garum a favorite pastime for the dwarfs of Oblon.

Some facts about the sport Ver Garum

• It was created in 211 F. M. (Before Magic).

• The first game ever played was on a wooden table in a forge to pass the time. It spread after that.

• There are about 50 rules to the game itself and an extra 35 about the gambling aspect of the game.

• Cheating in Ver Garum during a tournament results in a lifetime ban.

• Every major city and town has monthly tournaments for the game.
  One official championship tournament yearly in the capital, Nun Thoram - EN, determines which city, town, or village is the best at Ver Garum.