Live Action Role Play

We completely overhauled our website, you know so that when we're old we have something to complain about, check it out: www.larping.org What do you think of the new design?

[Video] For all of you who thought you knew what LARP was, Lady Malbone is here to set you straight. Learn what a LARP is and how you can find one that will meet your particular play-style. http://www.larping.org/what-is-larp-stay-in-character/

In the second installation of our 'Larp is...' series, Aaron Vanek gives us a peek at what parlor larps are really all about. http://www.larping.org/all-about-parlor-larps/

We're down for maintenance. Moving servers. As a consolation please laugh at this comic. www.larping.org

The LazyLarper (or here, Tobias Kettle) talks about the 10-year anniversary of Conquest of Mythodea, the largest LARP scenario in the world. Check it out: http://www.larping.org/tobias-kettle-at-mythodea/

Guest writer Stephanie Twilley visited a game of War With Friends and sat down afterward with creator Steven Crawford for a behind-the-scenes take: http://www.larping.org/war-with-friends/

Game of Thrones Fan Film: A Tale of Benjen Stark: http://www.larping.org/a-tale-of-benjen-stark-part-1/ Features a ton of nods to the larp community.

Want extra realism in your larp? Stage blood is an easy way to add to your game! Check out our instructions for edible blood capsules and low-stain blood. http://www.larping.org/lae-stage-blood/

Last year some of us got to see Lloyd the Conqueror and now it's finally out for the world to see. Check out a quick video review from some local larpers and then go watch the film for yourself: http://www.larping.org/lloyd-the-conquerer-release/

What do you get when you mix a cloack and a hoodie? You get this: http://www.larping.org/loth-hoodie-kickstarter/

Your first time at a larp is exciting, but what should you consider when picking a game? Once you've found one, how do you choose the right unit or group? http://www.larping.org/choosing-the-right-larp/ ‎ What are things you think a player should look for when choosing a larp? What do you consider when choosing an in-game group, unit, or house? Join the discussion!

One of the best things about larping is the creativity it affords, especially when making garb, kits, and props! Check out these tutorials for larp projects ranging from newbie to experienced crafters: GoT Northerner's cloak: http://wp.me/p1JciO-2E1 Boffer knuckles: http://wp.me/p1JciO-1Vs Armor gauntlet: http://wp.me/p1JciO-2vl Simple boffer sword: http://wp.me/p1JciO-2xU

Bellum Aeternus, a cross-game event in southern Maryland, US, returned this year in its second incarnation. Find out about the features and how it went! http://www.larping.org/bellum-aeternus-ii/

This week's FFL, Rise of Aester, hails from the US's Northwest. It's been 80 years since the aester appeared; we have cities, but will we ever have peace? http://www.larping.org/ffl-rise-of-aester/

Mars colonization is pretty far off, but could larp solve some of the major hurdles? A novelist explores her theory for new series 'The Biodome Chronicles'. http://www.larping.org/legacy-of-larp-biodome-chronicles

Malicious griefing in a larp can ruin even the best game. What are the reasons, and when does it cross the line from harmless PVP to a problem? http://www.larping.org/larp-griefing-to-death/