by Alioune N. | Aug 18, 2023 | Dungeons & Dragons, LARP (Live Action Roleplay)
At New York Society of Play, everything revolves around the social contract. The social contract is a set of rules we follow when at play to remind us to behave kindly and fairly. During the day, we discuss, and reflect on how the different parts of the social...
by Alioune N. | May 27, 2022 | LARP (Live Action Roleplay)
What is a LARP? L.A.R.P., or “Live Action Role Play” has an obscure but fascinating history. Originating in the US in the late 70’s, what started as a heavily stigmatized offshoot of Dungeons & Dragons has transformed into an artistic medium unto itself. In...
by Alioune N. | Apr 27, 2022 | LARP (Live Action Roleplay)
Hello, world! It’s been just over a year since the first test run of Fantasy Frontier on April 11th, 2021. We were all still in the thick of the COVID-19 pandemic, but people were just beginning to venture back outdoors. One rainy Saturday afternoon, 4...
by Taylor W. | Mar 25, 2022 | Dungeons & Dragons
“Why did we decide to split up from the others again?” Oleck, the 3 foot tall halfling knight shouted to Shade. “For the same reason we decided to walk through that portal. It’s more exciting this way!” Shade, the exotic purple tiefling bard replied while looting a...