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the_eggwhite) wrote2007-10-16 10:25 am
the_eggwhite) wrote2007-10-16 10:25 am
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Transhuman Space LARP update.
Lately, on my morning commutes, I've been thinking about the games I had lined up which suddenly got eaten by a combination of new job (and new commute) and a resurgence of theatre-stuff. I still plan to run "Scare" at some point, which was always going to be a one off... but my chances of getting Transhuman Space off the ground in its current were looking increasingly slim.
So, this is the official "I've made up my mind" announcement.
I'm going to re-cast my Transhuman Space ideas into a different format. Gone is the idea of an eight session ongoing arc, and in comes the idea of an eight hour one-shot. Obviously, this new format comes with some changes. So what would be different:
Tighter, Leaner Plot - This would mean stripping out a couple of troublesome minor plot threads I had in mind. All the big stuff will still be there, and will be pulled to centre stage much sooner. I don't need as many introductory, scene setting plots - I can jump straight in.
Less commitment requirement - We might well be able to reclaim some of the players who weren't able to commit to an ongoing game, and perhaps pull in a couple of new folks too.
Broader Venue Choice - When you don't need to secure a regular venue, it's easier to find a good one. I'm not looking for anything fancy, but something less "cosy" than the social hall would be great. Ideas welcome - must be a fairly neutral, flexible space, but have a feel that could fit with an SF game. Carpets and nice velvet curtains don't quite cut it. That school drama room that was used for a dark ages game a while back could suit. Or any similar drama room, for that matter.
Feedback & thoughts welcome!
So, this is the official "I've made up my mind" announcement.
I'm going to re-cast my Transhuman Space ideas into a different format. Gone is the idea of an eight session ongoing arc, and in comes the idea of an eight hour one-shot. Obviously, this new format comes with some changes. So what would be different:
Tighter, Leaner Plot - This would mean stripping out a couple of troublesome minor plot threads I had in mind. All the big stuff will still be there, and will be pulled to centre stage much sooner. I don't need as many introductory, scene setting plots - I can jump straight in.
Less commitment requirement - We might well be able to reclaim some of the players who weren't able to commit to an ongoing game, and perhaps pull in a couple of new folks too.
Broader Venue Choice - When you don't need to secure a regular venue, it's easier to find a good one. I'm not looking for anything fancy, but something less "cosy" than the social hall would be great. Ideas welcome - must be a fairly neutral, flexible space, but have a feel that could fit with an SF game. Carpets and nice velvet curtains don't quite cut it. That school drama room that was used for a dark ages game a while back could suit. Or any similar drama room, for that matter.
Feedback & thoughts welcome!
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At this rate, would it be easier to run as a TT campaign?
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I reckon a full day game will be a better game, is more likely to happen, and will almost certainly get a larger contingent of players due to the lower commitment barrier.
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(I'm thinking MM and CoC rather than my Tremere lot, who are fine at the moment!)