How to Diversify Your Game, Larp, or Con
I get the question, “How do I get more diverse people to show up to my event?” a lot. Here’s my answer on how to foster inclusivity in gaming.
Tag Archives: how to larp
Three Ways to Organize a One-Shot Larp
Ever wanted to write and organize your own one-shot larp? Here are some different ways to structure the design team.
How to Become a Better Larper
Ever larped? Ever sucked? Try again. Larp again. Larp better.
Knutepunkt for Noobs
Some stuff to consider if you’re a first time visitor to Knutepunkt, which is Knutpunkt this year, since it’s in Sweden.
How to Run a Post-Larp Debrief
Post-larp debriefs help players process their experiences and strengthen player community. My quick and dirty guide to this steal-able Nordic technique.
How to Plan a Basic Pre-Larp Workshop
Ever wanted to add a pre-larp workshop to your game, but didn’t know how? Here’s my quick and dirty, er…detailed and possibly helpful guide.
How To Win Arguments On the Internet
Some thoughts on tone and how to win Internet arguments, inspired by the debates around gender and inclusion after Knutepunkt 2013.
GMing Nordic Freeform: A Beginners’ Guide
In a nutshell: set the tone and let the game unfurl, and use your GM tools to manage the interpersonal dynamics between people and make sure no one is left out.
Here’s how.
Press Tips for Larp Groups
Tips for larp organizers on how to treat members of the media.
GMs Spill Their Greatest Freeform Game Disasters
A panel of GMs lets loose about their biggest freeform game failures.