How To Create A Fun Larp Character
The experts guide you through the sticky wicket of character creation in this first-timers guide.
Category Archives: Larp
Greg Costikyan Endorses Leaving Mundania
Esteemed game designer and sci-fi author Greg Costikyan had some kind words for Leaving Mundania: [Stark] shows us what larp is, from the inside — playing long-term boffer larps, staging Continue Reading →
In Defense of “Larp”
“Larp” sounds weird and gets a bum rap from pop culture. But you should use it anyway. Viva la “larp”!
Samuel Freedman Endorses Leaving Mundania
I’m delighted to announce that Samuel Freedman, author of six meticulously-researched nonfiction books, including Letters to a Young Journalist, has endorsed Leaving Mundania. He writes: No reader could ask for Continue Reading →
Leaving Mundania Cover
Behold! The cover of Leaving Mundania has been unveiled. Release date is May 1, 2012. Feel free to mark your calendars.
Advice For First-Time Larp Scholars
If you’re writing about larp, Finnish game researchers are your new best friend. Oh, and you do know other people have written about roleplay, right? A first-timers’ guide.
Nordic Larp Book Sale
First, the bad news: Swedish larp nonprofit Fëa Livia is folding its online book store. However, before they close their doors permanently on December 4, they’re holding an amazing sale Continue Reading →
Stacey Richter Endorses Leaving Mundania
Awesome short story writer Stacey Richter endorses Leaving Mundania!
I Caught a Fish THIS BIG: Realism, Tall Tales & American Larp
Does the historical inaccuracy of boffer larps reflect America’s truncated past? Plus, I finally find a way to use the words “simulacrum” and “hyperreality.” Come for the theory, stay for the shameless jargon-usage!
How To Make Larp A Day Job
Want to game for a living? Here’s some advice from people who have tried it. The sixth first timers’ installment.