It’s great that you are now able to revisit your interest in LARPing and view your experiences through a new lens. Even just having caught glimpses of the LARP events from the outside, you are certainly not overstating the fact that LARP community members bring a wealth of creativity and skills. There is tremendous value and fellowship that these communities bring. It is too easy for others to mock LARPers, but at the heart of that cynicism is most likely a longing for community and the real desire to be part of it. I hope that you continue your reengagement with LARPing and that this post may inspire others to give it a try.
It's not too different from people who play TTRPGs! However, those unfortunately have gotten snatched up by big businesses and nonstop mainstream attention. Like LARPing, thankfully, there are still pockets of traditional hobbyists who don't let corporations dictate how they play!
It’s great that you are now able to revisit your interest in LARPing and view your experiences through a new lens. Even just having caught glimpses of the LARP events from the outside, you are certainly not overstating the fact that LARP community members bring a wealth of creativity and skills. There is tremendous value and fellowship that these communities bring. It is too easy for others to mock LARPers, but at the heart of that cynicism is most likely a longing for community and the real desire to be part of it. I hope that you continue your reengagement with LARPing and that this post may inspire others to give it a try.
It's not too different from people who play TTRPGs! However, those unfortunately have gotten snatched up by big businesses and nonstop mainstream attention. Like LARPing, thankfully, there are still pockets of traditional hobbyists who don't let corporations dictate how they play!
Very interesting-- paints a picture of a younger you. I also enjoyed seeing the pictures of a younger you!