Favorite Moments - September 2021
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Hollydodot
Newbie
Mine was joining up with some other larpers and looking for a map that I found in my cabin that turned into an awsome mod with a cave . I love even tho I was new I was treated equally which is hard for me cause where I come from is frowned upon. So thank you so much for the memories and new friends.
As a first time larper and this being my very first event, three things truly stuck out as core memories for the weekend. Walking into Summerash with a small band having heard nothing of the towns people going missing and being overrun with pirates seeing everyone come together and beat them back was amazing. I recall getting hit with a 40 normal and instantly going down and that was awesome for a first fight.
Next was Will pretending to be the mermaid princess who likes rum and was getting carried to the tavern being very flirty and hillarious.
Last was the large fight at the end... meeting Deathcap prior, talking and having a true sense of dread at this momentous beast. Sending chills down even experienced PCs back. Then getting the all clear to walk down to the ocean and seeing the set up for a true town battle. The darkness being illuminated by this enormous kraken... it was a fantastic weekend and I am so excited to see what October holds!
Next was Will pretending to be the mermaid princess who likes rum and was getting carried to the tavern being very flirty and hillarious.
Last was the large fight at the end... meeting Deathcap prior, talking and having a true sense of dread at this momentous beast. Sending chills down even experienced PCs back. Then getting the all clear to walk down to the ocean and seeing the set up for a true town battle. The darkness being illuminated by this enormous kraken... it was a fantastic weekend and I am so excited to see what October holds!
Favorite thing was getting back into larping after so long!
The pitched battle by tavern against the squids and pirates was an interesting fight. It felt like an actual big battle.
KRAKEN!!! Poking the squishy bits and getting guts all over me was great lol.
I loved the Library. It was the coolest place to hide and chill.
Meeting all the new friends!!! Yay friends! Y'all are great
The pitched battle by tavern against the squids and pirates was an interesting fight. It felt like an actual big battle.
KRAKEN!!! Poking the squishy bits and getting guts all over me was great lol.
I loved the Library. It was the coolest place to hide and chill.
Meeting all the new friends!!! Yay friends! Y'all are great
Okay, I think I have some time to finally write about a few favorites from the event. I'll try not to wall of text, but no promises!
-Seeing so many familiar faces, many of which I did not expect to see! Check in was just great to run into so many people.
-The opening walk-in encounter with the Scions was surreal. Still don't know what the story there was, but I was one confused pirate.
-Same fight, trying to talk with players and telling others how rude they were being for interrupting my conversation... With a shun. And on top of that, getting to refit armor twice as an NPC.
-Midday Saturday, getting ready to run by "cabin hook" mod, and as I'm getting the rest of my NPCs, "hey, your mod we thought we six people is now going to be twenty five." "Uh, time to make some changes..." and what follows was a crazy, crazy mod that might as well have been a town battle.
-Finally seeing the kraken after hearing about all of the work and planning for so long. That was quite the site.
With any luck, I'll be able to get away from the stat desk and have some more favorite moments come October!
-Seeing so many familiar faces, many of which I did not expect to see! Check in was just great to run into so many people.
-The opening walk-in encounter with the Scions was surreal. Still don't know what the story there was, but I was one confused pirate.
-Same fight, trying to talk with players and telling others how rude they were being for interrupting my conversation... With a shun. And on top of that, getting to refit armor twice as an NPC.
-Midday Saturday, getting ready to run by "cabin hook" mod, and as I'm getting the rest of my NPCs, "hey, your mod we thought we six people is now going to be twenty five." "Uh, time to make some changes..." and what follows was a crazy, crazy mod that might as well have been a town battle.
-Finally seeing the kraken after hearing about all of the work and planning for so long. That was quite the site.
With any luck, I'll be able to get away from the stat desk and have some more favorite moments come October!
Jacob Baker
Newbie
Walking into the tavern and hearing people say "Is that Belswin's good friend Brom?" let me know that I was walking back into my home. I've missed everyone so much, and was delighted by all the new players.
Going into this event, I knew it would be my last one as one of the Destined. I couldn't have asked for a better adventure. It seemed every time I turned a corner, someone was asking Brom for help. Some of my favorite moments from this action packed event were-
-The bee cabin. It was awesome to see a non-combat mod that was also not political/social. The simplicity of the encounter was appreciated
- For the first time I was able to use my OCS skill "mushroom farmer" while collecting mushroom essence
-SO MUCH ALCHEMY. In previous adventures I've found that alchemy was rarely touched upon by plot. This weekend was packed full. From the apprentice alchemist mushroom quest to the shark repellent I felt genuinely useful.
-Getting to work with Jax. I've known Jax for some time, but this was the first time I've done much RP with him. Thank you for a wonderful time sir.
-Meeting so many new players. I was excited to see the sheer number of new players. You all did an amazing job at your first event, and I cant wait to see you again.
-The kraken fight. The fight mechanics were amazing, the props were on point, and the stakes of the battle felt real. Well done plot, design, npcs, and everyone else who took part in that fight.
-Lastly, and most importantly to me, the Tea Party. Our tea parties have grown to be my favorite part of events. I love hearing everyone tell their stories around the table, and enjoy the respect everyone shows for eachother. After a very busy weekend, sitting back and telling stories is the perfect respite. Thank you Wayfarers and Cemmia for sharing your traditions with a humble mushroom farmer.
Going into this event, I knew it would be my last one as one of the Destined. I couldn't have asked for a better adventure. It seemed every time I turned a corner, someone was asking Brom for help. Some of my favorite moments from this action packed event were-
-The bee cabin. It was awesome to see a non-combat mod that was also not political/social. The simplicity of the encounter was appreciated
- For the first time I was able to use my OCS skill "mushroom farmer" while collecting mushroom essence
-SO MUCH ALCHEMY. In previous adventures I've found that alchemy was rarely touched upon by plot. This weekend was packed full. From the apprentice alchemist mushroom quest to the shark repellent I felt genuinely useful.
-Getting to work with Jax. I've known Jax for some time, but this was the first time I've done much RP with him. Thank you for a wonderful time sir.
-Meeting so many new players. I was excited to see the sheer number of new players. You all did an amazing job at your first event, and I cant wait to see you again.
-The kraken fight. The fight mechanics were amazing, the props were on point, and the stakes of the battle felt real. Well done plot, design, npcs, and everyone else who took part in that fight.
-Lastly, and most importantly to me, the Tea Party. Our tea parties have grown to be my favorite part of events. I love hearing everyone tell their stories around the table, and enjoy the respect everyone shows for eachother. After a very busy weekend, sitting back and telling stories is the perfect respite. Thank you Wayfarers and Cemmia for sharing your traditions with a humble mushroom farmer.
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Suzanne
Artisan
Good morning fellow adventurers,
I always take time away from an event before I write in my favorite moments, so, I'm writing these about three weeks after the event
First of all, seeing the ADL staff coming together the first time since our staff retreat and making it work has been amazing! We have a great team and I appreciate each and everyone of you, we went from a small skeletal team to a powerhouse that impresses me everyday. Thank you! I'll never say that enough.
Favorite Moments:
* Getting to site on Thursday night so we could unpack, unload, and prepare 24 hours in advance... was exactly what we needed. I can't imagine trying to get everything done in the short amount of time we have before an event. Seeing our Vegas crew and finalizing pieces of the event helped us all get in the right mindset for the first ADL event.
*Opening announcements - Seeing ALL of your faces and saying the words 544. It had been 544 days since we had been on that site to play Alliance Denver and it meant a lot to us to have the 85 members there for our first event! The was a sea of happy faces mirrored back at me, filled my very tired heart with joy.
*Walking through town during the first wave fight and seeing people RUN across the middle field and being chased, Human Vs Human fighting is hard because sometimes you don't know who is friend and who is foe. But watching it as a bystander was amazing, as plot you never know how people are going to react to it.
*The Library - I always wanted a space I could go and hide, with comfortable furniture, soft fabrics and an energy that feels like home. Creating that space so that when someone discovers it and opens that door for the first time they say, "Wow.... " - And it worked, I happened to be hiding behind a door when a group of PCs walked in for the first time, their reaction was amazing. (Thank you Paxton and crew for that!)
*Watching the big fight inside the mod room with Josh (Archie) as the thing that engulfed Preston (Graven) That was such a great encounter, watching the PCs try and navigate a wall of force, someone's death and how to cast a life spell on a dying man. The whole thing taught me a lot and showed me that even with 25 people on a mod, it can be spun up so that everyone stays involved. I was impressed with both sides of the house.
*My drunken pirate, she JUST WANTED A DRINK! Thank you Jay for making me laugh so much that night and for trying so hard to just get drunk with some pirate on the porch!
*Playing Cendorn. (IYKYK)
*Getting emotional with Mike (Korric) and Ryan (Bluwolf) when the circle went back up, watching the elemental path's begin to form again. I am looking forward to that spinning up. And getting to play the bee, she has a name, it was adorable.
*The NPCs, you all ROCKED it.. I was worried one of you would end up in the ER, slow down. We'll make sure you are fed!
*All of our new players, holy cow. The stories I get from some many of you make this worth it, you all bring new life and I see it on the veterans faces. They get to show off, be the big dogs on campus and show you all the ropes. Your presence has allowed me to be SOOO proud of the decision we made to not have a level cap, So thank you for showing me that.
*All of our old players, Thank you for coming back! This chapter was started with y'alls history melded into it and though that old world is gone, you are allowing this new chapter to be created in your character's book. Thank you for following our First Pillar, I am proud!
I am going to stop here because I could go on for days. Game 1 is over! Make sure you check us out for Game 2. (2 weeks!)
I always take time away from an event before I write in my favorite moments, so, I'm writing these about three weeks after the event
First of all, seeing the ADL staff coming together the first time since our staff retreat and making it work has been amazing! We have a great team and I appreciate each and everyone of you, we went from a small skeletal team to a powerhouse that impresses me everyday. Thank you! I'll never say that enough.
Favorite Moments:
* Getting to site on Thursday night so we could unpack, unload, and prepare 24 hours in advance... was exactly what we needed. I can't imagine trying to get everything done in the short amount of time we have before an event. Seeing our Vegas crew and finalizing pieces of the event helped us all get in the right mindset for the first ADL event.
*Opening announcements - Seeing ALL of your faces and saying the words 544. It had been 544 days since we had been on that site to play Alliance Denver and it meant a lot to us to have the 85 members there for our first event! The was a sea of happy faces mirrored back at me, filled my very tired heart with joy.
*Walking through town during the first wave fight and seeing people RUN across the middle field and being chased, Human Vs Human fighting is hard because sometimes you don't know who is friend and who is foe. But watching it as a bystander was amazing, as plot you never know how people are going to react to it.
*The Library - I always wanted a space I could go and hide, with comfortable furniture, soft fabrics and an energy that feels like home. Creating that space so that when someone discovers it and opens that door for the first time they say, "Wow.... " - And it worked, I happened to be hiding behind a door when a group of PCs walked in for the first time, their reaction was amazing. (Thank you Paxton and crew for that!)
*Watching the big fight inside the mod room with Josh (Archie) as the thing that engulfed Preston (Graven) That was such a great encounter, watching the PCs try and navigate a wall of force, someone's death and how to cast a life spell on a dying man. The whole thing taught me a lot and showed me that even with 25 people on a mod, it can be spun up so that everyone stays involved. I was impressed with both sides of the house.
*My drunken pirate, she JUST WANTED A DRINK! Thank you Jay for making me laugh so much that night and for trying so hard to just get drunk with some pirate on the porch!
*Playing Cendorn. (IYKYK)
*Getting emotional with Mike (Korric) and Ryan (Bluwolf) when the circle went back up, watching the elemental path's begin to form again. I am looking forward to that spinning up. And getting to play the bee, she has a name, it was adorable.
*The NPCs, you all ROCKED it.. I was worried one of you would end up in the ER, slow down. We'll make sure you are fed!
*All of our new players, holy cow. The stories I get from some many of you make this worth it, you all bring new life and I see it on the veterans faces. They get to show off, be the big dogs on campus and show you all the ropes. Your presence has allowed me to be SOOO proud of the decision we made to not have a level cap, So thank you for showing me that.
*All of our old players, Thank you for coming back! This chapter was started with y'alls history melded into it and though that old world is gone, you are allowing this new chapter to be created in your character's book. Thank you for following our First Pillar, I am proud!
I am going to stop here because I could go on for days. Game 1 is over! Make sure you check us out for Game 2. (2 weeks!)