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🔥 Basic LARP Rules (Beginner-Friendly)

These rules can apply to most LARP settings and can be adjusted for your world.

1. Safety First

• No real violence. Combat must be simulated with soft (foam or latex) weapons.

• “Hold” call: Anyone can yell “HOLD” to stop the game if someone is hurt or in danger.

• Safe zones: No fighting near fire, stairs, or sharp objects.

• Respect personal boundaries at all times.

2. Combat Rules

• Weapons must be checked for safety.

• Declare hits honestly: If you're hit in a vital area (torso, head*), you take damage.

• Use hit points (HP) system (e.g., 5 HP per player).

• Optional: Add armor, magic, ranged weapons with their own damage rules.

3. Roleplay

• Stay in character during the game.

• Speak and act as your character would.

• Use a signal (e.g., a hand sign or keyword like “Off Game”) when speaking out of character.

4. Abilities & Classes (Optional for more advanced LARP)

• Assign classes like Warrior, Mage, Healer, Rogue.

• Give each class a few powers (e.g., Mage can “cast freeze,” Warrior can “block” one hit per round).

• Abilities should have cooldowns or limits to keep it fair.

5. Game Master (GM)

• Someone should act as the storyteller or judge to guide the game, settle disputes, and control the plot/world.

🛡️ How to Create Your Own LARP Clan

A clan is like a faction, guild, or team within the game.

1. Choose a Clan Theme or Style

Pick a strong concept:

• Fantasy: Elf warriors, vampire coven, nature druids

• Post-apocalyptic: Raider gang, tech scavengers, bunker dwellers

• Sci-fi: Alien syndicate, space pirates, mech squad

2. Create a Clan Name & Symbol

• Choose a unique name (e.g., The Iron Fang, Crimson Flame Brotherhood).

• Design a crest, logo, or color scheme members can wear.

• Make flags, armbands, or patches to show off your clan's identity.

3. Write a Clan Backstory

A short paragraph explaining:

• Where your clan came from

• What they believe or fight for

• What makes them different from other clans

Example:
The Crimson Flame Brotherhood is a secretive warrior cult devoted to fire magic and vengeance. They roam the forests, hunting undead and guarding lost knowledge.

4. Set Clan Rules or Code

• Create a simple code of conduct (e.g., honor first, never betray allies).

• Decide how people join: invitation, challenge, task?

5. Recruit Members

• Invite friends or other players in-game.

• Offer clan perks: shared gear, secrets, training, or storylines.

• Create ranks or roles (Leader, Captain, Scout, etc.).

🎭 Example: A Simple LARP Clan

Name: The Shadow Blades
Theme: Stealthy rogue assassins for hire
Symbol: Black dagger on a red field
Rules: Never kill for free, always leave a calling card
Roles: Leader, Spy, Blade Master, Informant
Recruitment: Pass a stealth test and swear loyalty to the leader