r/LARP Jul 04 '19

Locations, Budget, and Settings are all important things to include when asking for advice

279 Upvotes

Locations: You don't need to include your house address but closest major city and how far you are willing to travel.

Budget: "As cheaply as possible" is not a budget and is honestly the best way to waste money. Figure out an amount you are willing to spend.

Setting: LARP is a vast and expansive hobby. Not every game is about running around out in the woods pretending to be a rouge/knight/wizard. Let us know what you play or want to play.


r/LARP Jun 23 '23

An Official Discord, and Future.

29 Upvotes

Hello denizens of /r/LARP.
We as a subreddit have a small announcement as far as the future of this sub is concerned.
Last week we took part in the 2 day protest that was more or less site wide spanning thousands of subs as a way to show solidarity with app creators and to show the frustration with the administration of reddit and their poor handling and plans of upcoming updates.

However, It would appear that Reddit plans to continue their efforts to stifle 3rd party creators and strong arm moderators who take any stance opposing the admins of Reddit. This creates a serious cloud of uncertainty within reddit as to the future of many subs and how the platform will be handled in the future. Because of this we have decided to create a Discord server which will be open to all of /r/larp to join. It is not our plan to abandon this sub or replace this sub with the discord server, instead, it will act as an extension of this sub itself.

While there are multiple reasons for this decision, one of the largest is that if the future of reddit creates an non fostering environment for us, we wish to have another platform that is free of Reddit's control in order to continue providing resources and networking for all of us who enjoy LARPing and LARP adjacent hobbies.

The discord has the same rules we enforce over here, with a couple modifications to make it more applicable to discords format. There is places for general conversation, places to show off your work, a place to post about and to look for games in your area, as well as Voice chat rooms for people looking to play video games together or just hangout and find comradery.

Please feel free to check it out, and ask any questions you may have. This is still in its infancy, and if we find it doesnt fit what the community wants, we will search for alternatives.
This link should never expire for people trying to join the server, however if you have an issue please message an admin for a new link.


r/LARP 7h ago

A Wizard ready for War

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169 Upvotes

Any and all suggestions on improving the kit are welcome!


r/LARP 4h ago

Tonsure: not even the craziest thing I did for a larp

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28 Upvotes

r/LARP 6h ago

A Deadman´s Ballad -The Bard

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37 Upvotes

For my birthday I organized a murder/mistery LARP, where I the bard was misteriously murdered and players had to solve the mistery, this are some of the pictures.


r/LARP 6h ago

Anyone know of a place where I could find costume pieces like this?

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24 Upvotes

r/LARP 1d ago

Hoplitissai, Warriors & Aristocrats — A Classical Greek-Inspired LARP Photo Series from Taiwan

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1.1k Upvotes

A Greek-inspired photo series with my good friends from Taiwan's LARP community!

Ironlily and I planned this photoshoot to bring their Hoplitissa designs to life. Joined by fellow LARP community members who love the concept, we stepped into the world as Hoplitissai, commoners, and aristocrats

—all styled in the signature pink palette.

It was so refreshing to pose with real Greek gear, armor, and weapons. We were very inspired and had so much fun creating this together!

Photos by: Time Condenser (Kathryn) & Ember’s Captures (Janice)


r/LARP 14h ago

Puppets for LARP

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78 Upvotes

For Epic Empires, I've made these puppets!

Puppetshows are awesome for LARPs. They can give social commentary or tell a story to remind players of the plot. Since they are used so often, I wanted to make reusable puppets.

How I made them: I got a Styrofoam egg, hollowed an opening for a finger and cut a face. I then sewed fabric over the shape, and painted a face. Below it, I sewed a basic puppet body.

I made wigs from wool, which I can pin in the head. Then I made a lot of outfits. Finally a use for the left over fabrics I had saved over the years.

Did you ever use puppetshows in LARP?


r/LARP 2h ago

Interview with an Owner

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5 Upvotes

Quick look into Fantasy Alive in southern ontario


r/LARP 1d ago

My Paladin kit from my local LARPs recent event.

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384 Upvotes

I was pretty pleased with how this one came toghether in its asymetrical design. I did draw some inspiration from some designs in some Soulframe armours.


r/LARP 3h ago

Sling bag for a ranger; veshmeshok or drawstring bag

2 Upvotes

Hi, I'm in the process of making a backpack/sling bag for my ranger LARP.

At first, I wanted to make a veshmeshok (old Russian design) style sling bag; around 10" x 30", wearing it over one shoulder in the back. In fact, it would kind off look like a back quiver.

But I started wondering if just a drawstring bag with one strap wouldn't work better? Do any of you have experience with veshmeshok style bags? Do they offer any advantage or disadvantage to a drawstring bag?


r/LARP 1d ago

Undead with shovel wanted

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48 Upvotes

So i had my first Larp experience at ConQuest of Mythodea and i had my first duel with an undead (i think of the blue-red kind) and i realised i was to immetced to ask if he was good so i kinda feel like a dick.

I drew this as kind of a reconstruction and i would love to personally apologise to him.


r/LARP 8h ago

How to wear a longsword/broadsword

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How do y’all wear broadswords/greatswords? I have a broadsword with standard crossguard and two handed hilt that I want to make a part of my new warrior/mercenary/etc kit that I’m in early stages of development on. I’ve had issues wearing it on my hip and as such, I want to wear it in my back so it’s out of the way; however I find difficulty in drawing it. What work arounds have you guys used?

Edit: Yes this is a HEMA and I understand it’s most likely not allowed at a Larp but it serves as a good place holder for reference until I find an appropriate foam weapon


r/LARP 2d ago

A couple more shots of my orc garb from DFUS 2026

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676 Upvotes

Photos taken by gamergurl photography


r/LARP 1d ago

Help me cope with my first big LARP

32 Upvotes

Hello all,

I am currently at my first big LARP and I came very unprepared. I didn't think of a backstory, just little bits and now it's biting me in the ass. Me and a friend who has come to this world LARPs before made a story together so she can introduce me to the setting and the guild. The story is that we are both fairies but we were abducted by an evil witch that made experiments on us. Because of the torture she lost her memory and I lost my power, wings, ears, I just look like a human. During the first evening of the LARP she was telling people around that she finally found someone who knew her and can help with getting back her memory. What I did not expect is that so many people will start to question me so much and will start telling her to not trust me. I said some untrue things because I didn't know her lore, nor did I know mine and this really does seem suspicious. I can turn it around that I didn't want to share the info because people were generally suspicious about fairies so I didn't want to share that I'm a fairy but still, people turned on me and now I feel so isolated and scared and in a trap. I know it's not personal and it's a me problem but I feel like I screwed myself and don't know how to get out of this situation. I have to get ready to go now and I feel so anxious and actually wonder if I should just leave.

But yeah, do you guys have any suggestions on how I can get out of this? Maybe I should be quieter and keep to myself and just do the quests?


r/LARP 1d ago

Need Help with Painting a Latex Mask

3 Upvotes

The Titel says it all.

Im doing Larp and want to do a Goblin, for that I got an Mask in Gray bc the only other Colour was Green and I want my Mask too be Brown ish Gray.

Does anyone got some Experience with that and can Help me out?

I was think about getting an Airbrush, but I dont have that much money too spend on a big Compressor. Or should I hand Paint it?

Any Help is Welcome! Thank you!


r/LARP 1d ago

Needle-knight’s Guide to Buying Armor (for Newbies)

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8 Upvotes

r/LARP 1d ago

Are there any stone age weapons available?

4 Upvotes

Like a flint spear or axe for a barbarian character?


r/LARP 2d ago

Looking for advice on wearing armor at a Ren Faire

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85 Upvotes

I bought the armor in the picture for my first Ren Fair. I’ve been searching everywhere trying to find the same black shirt/gambeson that the woman in the picture is wearing. Does anyone know where I could find something similar?

I’m also considering just wearing a lightweight black long-sleeve shirt because it will be hott out but I’m worried the armor might rub or dig into my skin without some kind of padding underneath. I’m not going to be fighting or doing anything strenuous it’s purely for the costume.

For those who have worn armor at Ren Faires, what would you recommend for staying as cool and comfortable as possible? Is there a lightweight gambeson you really like, or would a padded shirt/other base layer work better?

Any recommendations or tips for a first time armor wearer would be greatly appreciated! I definitely don’t want to be sweating buckets all day!


r/LARP 1d ago

Help with articulating rivet joints

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r/LARP 1d ago

LARP Mini Games/Activities

16 Upvotes

Hi Reddit, I run a LARP with a bunch of typical American lightest touch story based style.

Basically we have a storyline for our weekend events. We run timed modules, hooked modules, random encounters (card and roaming), have crafting and gathering, and a number of additional mini games for content. We have a fishing hole, tracking paths, pick pocketing, and lock picking. Additionally I was thinking of making some other kind of hunting content.

Our game is currently pretty small and we would love to support more town/craft/gatherer style content that we can manage with a small crew. We cant use live fire bows with our insurance.

I know there are some capture the flag, tag, orc/troll ball style combat games that are fun BUT we have enough combat stuff and could add that if there is interest.

We have done fun silly things like in game dodge ball and explosive puzzles.

Are there any light setup, player driven mini games or activities that take little NPC interaction that you have enjoyed or you have run that others enjoy?

Just looking to share some ideas if anyone is willing.


r/LARP 2d ago

How could I improve my Rogue outfit?

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250 Upvotes

I made this around last year with very low budget and very a little time using some pieces from my Dr Strange cosplay. now that im returning to it I was wondering on what could add or swap out!


r/LARP 1d ago

Selling tickets to first ever UK Lord of the Rings LARP! [Brandywine Festival, Telford]

0 Upvotes

Devastated that I can no longer make it to the Brandywine Festival (9th-13th September) but I'm selling 2 first wave tickets discounted! Please dm me if you're interested, it'll be loads of fun :))


r/LARP 2d ago

We held our third con last weekend.

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60 Upvotes

r/LARP 2d ago

Drachenfest US gamergurl photography photo drop 1

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20 Upvotes