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Cambridge Larp Society

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Open Palms

2026-10-08T20:53:23Z

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'''[https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk/ Full website is now available].'''

Open Palms is a supernatural-mystery LARP set in an alternative 1970s UK, where magic is real, occult entities sit in government, and the fantastical lives alongside the mundane. The UK is cut off from the rest of the world by a magical barrier, and rubs up against the Veil that separates this world from others - a Veil that seems to be growing increasingly thin…

In 1948 after the agreement with America to assist in the rebuilding of the country post WWII broke down, Prime Minister Atlee announced an alternative donor who would help rebuild Britain. An impenetrable, opaque barrier suddenly appeared around the mainland United Kingdom, and portals to other worlds began to open, bringing help... and other things. Magic and new "outworlders" became a standard fixture in Britain.

It is now 1970, and in the last few years the new equilibrium has become threatened. Magic has become increasingly restricted, the number of Incursions, where other worlds pierce the Veil and spew forth creatures and magics that threaten life and property, have begun to increase beyond the ability of government agencies to respond. Requests have been sent out by the Ministry to the cities hit hardest, for community minded citizens to join the Citizens Defense Initiative, to aid in the protection of their homes, and perhaps, in finding the source of the increased Incursions.

The patrons of the Basilica de San Cerveza, bar and occult hot spot, have decided to answer the Ministry’s call, and form the Cambridge Branch of the CDI. You are one of the people who have elected to assist, to support your fellow citizens when the Veil has been pierced, and to try and discover the source of the Incursions.

Open Palms

2026-10-08T20:53:00Z

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'''Full information is now available [https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk/ here].'''

Open Palms is a supernatural-mystery LARP set in an alternative 1970s UK, where magic is real, occult entities sit in government, and the fantastical lives alongside the mundane. The UK is cut off from the rest of the world by a magical barrier, and rubs up against the Veil that separates this world from others - a Veil that seems to be growing increasingly thin…

In 1948 after the agreement with America to assist in the rebuilding of the country post WWII broke down, Prime Minister Atlee announced an alternative donor who would help rebuild Britain. An impenetrable, opaque barrier suddenly appeared around the mainland United Kingdom, and portals to other worlds began to open, bringing help... and other things. Magic and new "outworlders" became a standard fixture in Britain.

It is now 1970, and in the last few years the new equilibrium has become threatened. Magic has become increasingly restricted, the number of Incursions, where other worlds pierce the Veil and spew forth creatures and magics that threaten life and property, have begun to increase beyond the ability of government agencies to respond. Requests have been sent out by the Ministry to the cities hit hardest, for community minded citizens to join the Citizens Defense Initiative, to aid in the protection of their homes, and perhaps, in finding the source of the increased Incursions.

The patrons of the Basilica de San Cerveza, bar and occult hot spot, have decided to answer the Ministry’s call, and form the Cambridge Branch of the CDI. You are one of the people who have elected to assist, to support your fellow citizens when the Veil has been pierced, and to try and discover the source of the Incursions.

Open Palms

2026-10-08T20:52:50Z

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''Full information is now available [https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk/ here].''

Open Palms is a supernatural-mystery LARP set in an alternative 1970s UK, where magic is real, occult entities sit in government, and the fantastical lives alongside the mundane. The UK is cut off from the rest of the world by a magical barrier, and rubs up against the Veil that separates this world from others - a Veil that seems to be growing increasingly thin…

In 1948 after the agreement with America to assist in the rebuilding of the country post WWII broke down, Prime Minister Atlee announced an alternative donor who would help rebuild Britain. An impenetrable, opaque barrier suddenly appeared around the mainland United Kingdom, and portals to other worlds began to open, bringing help... and other things. Magic and new "outworlders" became a standard fixture in Britain.

It is now 1970, and in the last few years the new equilibrium has become threatened. Magic has become increasingly restricted, the number of Incursions, where other worlds pierce the Veil and spew forth creatures and magics that threaten life and property, have begun to increase beyond the ability of government agencies to respond. Requests have been sent out by the Ministry to the cities hit hardest, for community minded citizens to join the Citizens Defense Initiative, to aid in the protection of their homes, and perhaps, in finding the source of the increased Incursions.

The patrons of the Basilica de San Cerveza, bar and occult hot spot, have decided to answer the Ministry’s call, and form the Cambridge Branch of the CDI. You are one of the people who have elected to assist, to support your fellow citizens when the Veil has been pierced, and to try and discover the source of the Incursions.

Open Palms

2026-10-08T20:52:25Z

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Open Palms is a supernatural-mystery LARP set in an alternative 1970s UK, where magic is real, occult entities sit in government, and the fantastical lives alongside the mundane. The UK is cut off from the rest of the world by a magical barrier, and rubs up against the Veil that separates this world from others - a Veil that seems to be growing increasingly thin…

In 1948 after the agreement with America to assist in the rebuilding of the country post WWII broke down, Prime Minister Atlee announced an alternative donor who would help rebuild Britain. An impenetrable, opaque barrier suddenly appeared around the mainland United Kingdom, and portals to other worlds began to open, bringing help... and other things. Magic and new "outworlders" became a standard fixture in Britain.

It is now 1970, and in the last few years the new equilibrium has become threatened. Magic has become increasingly restricted, the number of Incursions, where other worlds pierce the Veil and spew forth creatures and magics that threaten life and property, have begun to increase beyond the ability of government agencies to respond. Requests have been sent out by the Ministry to the cities hit hardest, for community minded citizens to join the Citizens Defense Initiative, to aid in the protection of their homes, and perhaps, in finding the source of the increased Incursions.

The patrons of the Basilica de San Cerveza, bar and occult hot spot, have decided to answer the Ministry’s call, and form the Cambridge Branch of the CDI. You are one of the people who have elected to assist, to support your fellow citizens when the Veil has been pierced, and to try and discover the source of the Incursions.

Full information is available [https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk/ here].

Cambridge Larp Society

2026-10-08T20:50:48Z

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[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

Our next game is {{current system extended}}. You can find can find more about it [https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk here] or ask questions about it on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
The society is about to begin a new game, [https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk Open Palms].

You can find us at the Cambridge University Fresher's Fair, and at our out-of-character meet and greet on Friday 9th October in the [https://what3words.com/theme.inches.shuts Cambridge SU Lounge].

Full schedule of events available [[Schedule|here]].

Cambridge Larp Society

2026-10-08T20:50:19Z

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[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

Our next game is {{current system extended}}. You can find can find more about it [https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk here] or ask questions about it on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
The society is about to begin a new game, [[Open Palms]].

You can find us at the Cambridge University Fresher's Fair, and at our out-of-character meet and greet on Friday 9th October in the [https://what3words.com/theme.inches.shuts Cambridge SU Lounge].

Full schedule of events available [[Schedule|here]].

Cambridge Larp Society

2026-10-08T20:50:09Z

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[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

Our next game is {{current system extended}}. You can find can find more about it [[https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk here]] or ask questions about it on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
The society is about to begin a new game, [[Open Palms]].

You can find us at the Cambridge University Fresher's Fair, and at our out-of-character meet and greet on Friday 9th October in the [https://what3words.com/theme.inches.shuts Cambridge SU Lounge].

Full schedule of events available [[Schedule|here]].

Cambridge Larp Society

2026-10-07T13:10:52Z

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[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

Our next game is {{current system extended}}. You can find can find more about it [[Open Palms|here]] or ask questions about it on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
The society is about to begin a new game, [[Open Palms]].

You can find us at the Cambridge University Fresher's Fair, and at our out-of-character meet and greet on Friday 9th October in the [https://what3words.com/theme.inches.shuts Cambridge SU Lounge].

Full schedule of events available [[Schedule|here]].

Cambridge Larp Society

2026-10-07T13:10:22Z

Bink: /* Announcements */

[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

Our next game is {{current system extended}}. You can find can find more about it [[Open Palms|here]] or ask questions about it on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
The society is about to begin a new game, [[Open Palms]].

You can find us at the Cambridge University Fresher's Fair, and at our out-of-character meet and greet on Friday 9th October in the Cambridge SU Lounge.

Full schedule of events available [[Schedule|here]].

Events We Run

2026-10-07T13:09:17Z

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[[File:CUTT_meadows.jpg|400px|left|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
= Main Campaign =
== Linears ==
A linear is a type of adventure where the encounters are laid out along a set route which the characters follow. Encounters are variable in nature - some are intended to be fights, others will have some kind of puzzle for the Player Characters to solve, and some will involve diplomacy. The characters will usually have an end goal of some kind, ranging from taking down an evil cult to looting the tomb of a dead god. Usually an NPC "character ref" accompanies them as a member of the character party to ensure they don't stray off course by accident or design.

We run linears once per fortnight on Saturdays during term-time, most often on [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Linears Grantchester Meadows], but sometimes in other locations. These usually start at 1pm and last 2-3 hours. Occasionally we run {{gloss|Night Bash|night bashes}} starting at a later time.

== Interactives ==
An interactive is a session of the game held indoors at [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use whatever room the Society has booked that week]. Interactives are held on Friday evenings, usually at 7.00pm. In interactives, your character stays in the room and socialises with the other player characters (PCs). Events come to you, in the form of non-player characters (NPCs or "monsters") sent in by refs to provide opportunities to get involved in plot. You can expect many varied encounters throughout the evening and also plenty of opportunity for the PCs to interact and work together to solve problems.

= Others =

==One-Shots==
Sometimes we run one-off larps distinct from our main game - these will tend to be self-contained and have minimal need for knowledge beforehand, so they're a great way to try out larp if you don't want the commitment of a longer-running game, as well as to explore a wider variety of larp styles.

== Weapons Practices ==
On weeks without linears we will often run a weapons practice instead. These are an opportunity to improve your combat skills and are also really good fun. Don't worry if you don't have any larp weapons of your own - the society has plenty in the armoury which it will lend out.

== Kit Makes ==
We occasionally have kit makes - these will have patterns and experienced people on hand so are great for if you want to make your own kit but aren't sure how to go about it.

[[File:Fire.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]
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=Schedule=
2026-2027 events.
==Term 1==

{| class="wikitable"
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! Event Type !! Date !! Location
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| rowspan="2" | Stall at Fresher's Fair || Tuesday 6th October || rowspan="2" | Parker's Pieces
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| Wednesday 7th October
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| Squash (Meet and Greet and Introduction to LARP) || Friday 9th October, 19:15 || [https://what3words.com/theme.inches.shuts Cambridge SU Lounge]
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| Interactive || Friday 16th October, 19:00 || [https://www.cambridge.gov.uk/chesterton-pavilion-community-room Chesterton Pavilion]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 17th October, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 23rd October, 19:00 || [https://www.cambridge.gov.uk/chesterton-pavilion-community-room Chesterton Pavilion]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 30th October, 19:00 || [https://www.cambridge.gov.uk/chesterton-pavilion-community-room Chesterton Pavilion]
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| Linear || Saturday 31st October 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 6th November, 19:00 || [https://www.cambridge.gov.uk/chesterton-pavilion-community-room Chesterton Pavilion]
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| Interactive || Friday 13th November, 19:00 || [https://www.cambridge.gov.uk/chesterton-pavilion-community-room Chesterton Pavilion]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 14th November, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 20th November, 19:00 || [https://www.cambridge.gov.uk/chesterton-pavilion-community-room Chesterton Pavilion]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 27th November, 19:00 || [https://www.cambridge.gov.uk/chesterton-pavilion-community-room Chesterton Pavilion]
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| Linear || Saturday 28th November, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 4th December, 19:00 || [https://www.cambridge.gov.uk/chesterton-pavilion-community-room Chesterton Pavilion]
|}

==Term 2==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Event Type !! Date !! Location
|-
| Interactive || Friday 22nd January, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Linear || Saturday 23rd January, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 29th January, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Interactive || Friday 5th February, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Linear || Saturday 6th February, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 12th February, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Interactive || Friday 19th February, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Linear || Saturday 20th February, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 26th February, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Interactive || Friday 5th March, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Linear || Saturday 6th March, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 12th March, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Interactive || Friday 19th March, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Linear || Saturday 20th March, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|}

==Term 3==
TBD

Society History

2026-10-07T03:18:08Z

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== Cambridge University Treasure Trap ==
Treasure Trap was one of the first LARP games in the UK, it began at Peckforton Castle, Cheshire, in 1981. The success of the game led to the creation of various spin-off societies, including Labyrinthe, Durham Treasure Trap (DUTT), and the (now extinct) Birmingham Treasure Trap.

[[File:CUTT_sword.jpg|400px|left|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
In 2002 Cambridge Treasure Trap was set up by two graduate students - Jennifer Curtis and Toni Badnall - who had enjoyed LARPing at DUTT during their undergraduate study at Durham and wanted to continue playing when they reached Cambridge.

The game of Cambridge Treasure Trap was in Grantabrugge, a loose analogue of medieval Cambridge. The game was inspired by fantasy media like Dungeons and Dragons, Dragonlance, and the Discworld Novels, but it also developed gradually through player action over its decade-long run. Players could play characters of various Races, such as elves, dwarves, or humans, and could be affiliated with city institutions, the colourful colleges of Magic, or any of the thirteen available religions.

== Cambridge LARP Society ==
In 2014, the society decided to wrap up CUTT in favour of limited-run systems written by the active player base. At the same time the society's name was changed to Cambridge Larp Society to reflect that the game was no longer Treasure Trap.

[[File:Explorer_manifested.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]
=== No Flag No Country ===
CLS’s first game post-Treasure Trap was No Flag No Country (NFNC), a 2-year run pulp fantasy exploration and investigation game written by Ivan Slipper and James Blackshaw. NFNC ran between October 2014 and June 2016.

NFNC was set on the newly-discovered island of Mat Sellah. Each of the characters could be one of three races (standard Human, tattooed and pointy-eared Alfar, or scaly Ozgur) and hold a strong allegiance to one of the four churches, one of the three countries of the nearby continent, or one of two other investigative factions. The characters arrived on Mat Sellah to investigate and take advantage of the appearance of a magical Portal which surged with power from the Beyond, the place where both Gods and the demonic entities called Strangers lived. The game ended with the characters, having inadvertently used up most of the Portal’s power for their research, using its final gasp to allow The Explorer, one of the Gods, to manifest in the world.

More information about No Flag No Country can be found on [http://nfnc.camlarp.co.uk/Main_Page its website].

[[File:Arginet-IC-v2 small.jpg|left|383px]]

=== Breaking Worlds ===
CLS’s third game was Breaking Worlds, a 2-year run apocalyptic fantasy game written by Nye Redman-White and Rosemary Warner. Breaking Worlds (BW) ran from October 2016 to May 2018.

BW was set in the island realm of Arginet, which until a year before the start of the game had been a stable and peaceful place. However, cracks had started appearing in the fabric of reality in a metaphysical outburst known simply as the Breaking, bringing with them strange people and dangerous creatures. In this tumultuous time, the characters of the game came together to explore, exploit, and defend against the tumultuous spirit world and the mysterious threat from beyond.

The game ended with the characters defeating the power-hungry other-world scientists who caused the disaster and uniting 5 diverse worlds to cooperate and restore the fabric of reality.

More information about Breaking Worlds can be found on [http://bw.camlarp.co.uk/Breaking_Worlds its website].

=== The Citadel ===
Our fourth game was The Citadel, a one year run post-apocalyptic science-fantasy game written by Robb Smith, Ivan Slipper and Pia Salter. Centuries after the Decline, an ancient citadel of advanced technology reopens, offering the local tribes of the Outlook an opportunity to learn the secrets within.

After learning of the Citadel's sinister past and purpose, and overcoming many challenges, the characters defeated the super-advanced AIs to gain dominion over the Citadel's core. After heated debate they chose to destroy it, so that the Citadel could never again be used to manipulate and dominate humanity.

More information about The Citadel can be found on [http://citadel.camlarp.co.uk/ its website].

=== Obscura ===
Our game for 2019-2020 was Obscura, a one year run fantasy game written by Jon Cooper. Centuries ago the world was a dark place, dominated by monstrous creatures and powerful magic, until a group of adventurers performed the Sealing, cutting off the magical realm from the mortal. Magic faded and science grew to fill the gap. Now the Sealing is starting to unravel and magic is returning, are the dark times destined to return, or can something be done to stop it?

Sadly the Obscura campaign was not completed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

More information about Obscura can be found on [http://obscura.camlarp.co.uk/ its website].

=== Dark Moon ===
Our game for 2021-2022 was Dark Moon, a one year run urban shadow fantasy game of vampires, were-creatures and changelings struggling to live in the modern world they keep having to save, written by Kes Ward and Jim Blackshaw.

More information about Dark Moon can be found on [https://sites.google.com/view/clsdarkmoon/ its website].

=== Falling Sky ===
Our game for 2022-2023 was Falling Sky, a one year run fantasy game of sky piracy in a broken world, written by Alex Stuart. Twenty years ago the Architects of Ascension stole the powers of a dead god and used them to break the world, causing it to be consumed by the Great Storm above, or fall in to the Hells below. The survivors of humanity eke out an existence in sky ships between them, raiding the pieces of the World-That-Was as they fall from the storm in to hell.

After defeating the Architects and their now-ascended leader, the godlike Apex, the Seekers created a new Unity Forge and remade the world, becoming its new gods.

More information about Falling Sky can be found on [https://fallingsky.camlarp.co.uk its website].

=== Unusual Haunts ===
The game for 2023-2024 was Unusual Haunts, a one year fantasy game of survival, exploration and community in a dangerous world of mist and legend, written by Seffie Davison. With food running out, the intrepid inhabitants of the village of Penwick Gorge were forced to venture over The Bridge to the unknown beyond the mists, finding wonders and dangers beyond their imagining.

After learning of the true nature of the universe and integrating several other worlds in to their own, they shepherded the spirit of the village to a new stage of existence, making Penwick the centre of a new, wider world.

More information about Unusual Haunts can be found on [https://uh.camlarp.co.uk its website].

=== Norse Angels ===
The game for 2024-2025 was Norse Angels, a one year norse high fantasy game of godlings facing Ragnarok, written by Sarah Bewick and Bea Johnson. The characters are godlings, created by the gods to overcome the challenges of Ragnarok in their name, but rumour has it Loki has snuck some of his own into their ranks to sow chaos...

After shepherding the world through Ragnarok, and the death of many gods and monsters, the new pantheon of some old gods and some new arose to take stewardship of a new age.

More information about Norse Angels can be found on [https://norseangels.camlarp.co.uk its website].

=== Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots ===
The game for 2025-2026 was Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots, a victoriana game of intrepid resistance against a mighty machine empire, written by Jon Cooper.

The plucky resistance led by the players successfully outmaneuvred the Analytical Intelligences and restored the monarchy, crowning Queen Victoria II. By irresistable royal decree the AIs were removed from power and human governance reinstated across the world.

More information about Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots can be found on [https://lovelace.camlarp.co.uk its website].

=== Open Palms ===
The game for 2026-2027 is Open Palms, an occult fantasy LARP of citizens tackling outworld incursions into an alternate 1970s UK, written by Seffie Davison and Gina Evans.

More information about Open Palms can be found on [https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk its website].

Open Palms

2026-10-01T09:58:05Z

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Open Palms is a supernatural-mystery LARP set in an alternative 1970s UK, where magic is real, occult entities sit in government, and the fantastical lives alongside the mundane. The UK is cut off from the rest of the world by a magical barrier, and rubs up against the Veil that separates this world from others - a Veil that seems to be growing increasingly thin…

In 1948 after the agreement with America to assist in the rebuilding of the country post WWII broke down, Prime Minister Atlee announced an alternative donor who would help rebuild Britain. An impenetrable, opaque barrier suddenly appeared around the mainland United Kingdom, and portals to other worlds began to open, bringing help... and other things. Magic and new "outworlders" became a standard fixture in Britain.

It is now 1970, and in the last few years the new equilibrium has become threatened. Magic has become increasingly restricted, the number of Incursions, where other worlds pierce the Veil and spew forth creatures and magics that threaten life and property, have begun to increase beyond the ability of government agencies to respond. Requests have been sent out by the Ministry to the cities hit hardest, for community minded citizens to join the Citizens Defense Initiative, to aid in the protection of their homes, and perhaps, in finding the source of the increased Incursions.

The patrons of the Basilica de San Cerveza, bar and occult hot spot, have decided to answer the Ministry’s call, and form the Cambridge Branch of the CDI. You are one of the people who have elected to assist, to support your fellow citizens when the Veil has been pierced, and to try and discover the source of the Incursions.

A more complete summary is available [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rvF43LPHRsAL6l9Bgzwf41L3WnlWu7_ftwbKqkR5E9Y here], and full information is available [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gqLJx-7deSlFlNkJ-rBIP6fUoLkKNZ7QSh1BS5265RA here].

''[https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk/ Proper website] coming soon.''

Open palms

2026-09-30T19:00:38Z

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Open Palms

2026-09-30T18:58:55Z

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Open Palms is a supernatural-mystery LARP set in an alternative version of the UK, where magic is real, occult entities sit in government, and the fantastical lives alongside the mundane. The UK is cut off from the rest of the world by a magical barrier, and rubs up against the Veil that separates this world from others - a Veil that seems to be growing increasingly thin…

In 1948 after the agreement with America to assist in the rebuilding of the country post WWII broke down, Prime Minister Atlee announced an alternative donor who would help rebuild Britain. An impenetrable, opaque barrier suddenly appeared around the mainland United Kingdom, and portals to other worlds began to open, bringing help... and other things. Magic and new "outworlders" became a standard fixture in Britain.

It is now 1970, and in the last few years the new equilibrium has become threatened. Magic has become increasingly restricted, the number of Incursions, where other worlds pierce the Veil and spew forth creatures and magics that threaten life and property, have begun to increase beyond the ability of government agencies to respond. Requests have been sent out by the Ministry to the cities hit hardest, for community minded citizens to join the Citizens Defense Initiative, to aid in the protection of their homes, and perhaps, in finding the source of the increased Incursions.

The patrons of the Basilica de San Cerveza, bar and occult hot spot, have decided to answer the Ministry’s call, and form the Cambridge Branch of the CDI. You are one of the people who have elected to assist, to support your fellow citizens when the Veil has been pierced, and to try and discover the source of the Incursions.

A more complete summary is available [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rvF43LPHRsAL6l9Bgzwf41L3WnlWu7_ftwbKqkR5E9Y here], and full information is available [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gqLJx-7deSlFlNkJ-rBIP6fUoLkKNZ7QSh1BS5265RA here].

''[https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk/ Proper website] coming soon.''

Open Palms

2026-09-29T11:43:40Z

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Open Palms is a supernatural-mystery LARP set in an alternative version of the UK, where magic is real, occult entities sit in government, and the fantastical lives alongside the mundane. The UK is cut off from the rest of the world by a magical barrier, and rubs up against the Veil that separates this world from others - a Veil that seems to be growing increasingly thin…

In 1948 after the agreement with America to assist in the rebuilding of the country post WWII broke down, Prime Minister Atlee announced an alternative donor who would help rebuild Britain. An impenetrable, opaque barrier suddenly appeared around the main island of the United Kingdom, and portals to other worlds began to open, bringing help... among other things.

It is now 1970, and in the last few years the new equilibrium has become threatened. Magic has become increasingly restricted, the number of Incursions, where other worlds pierce the Veil and spew forth creatures and magics that threaten life and property, have begun to increase beyond the ability of government agencies to respond. Requests have been sent out by the Ministry to the cities hit hardest, for community minded citizens to join the Citizens Defense Initiative, to aid in the protection of their homes, and perhaps, in finding the source of the increased Incursions.

The patrons of the Basilica de San Cerveza, bar and occult hot spot, have decided to answer the Ministry’s call, and form the Cambridge Branch of the CDI. You are one of the people who have elected to assist, to support your fellow citizens when the Veil has been pierced, and to try and discover the source of the Incursions.

A more complete summary is available [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rvF43LPHRsAL6l9Bgzwf41L3WnlWu7_ftwbKqkR5E9Y here], and full information is available [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gqLJx-7deSlFlNkJ-rBIP6fUoLkKNZ7QSh1BS5265RA here].

''[https://openpalms.camlarp.co.uk/ Proper website] coming soon.''

Events We Run

2026-09-29T08:29:47Z

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Events We Run

2026-09-29T08:18:00Z

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Cambridge Larp Society

2026-09-29T08:17:34Z

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[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

Our next game is {{current system extended}}. You can find can find more about it [[Open Palms|here]] or ask questions about it on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
The society is about to begin a new game, [[Open Palms]].

You can find us at the Cambridge University Fresher's Fair, and at our out-of-character meet and greet on Friday 9th October.

Full schedule of events available [[Schedule|here]].

Events We Run

2026-09-29T08:17:28Z

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Schedule

2026-09-29T08:16:56Z

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Cambridge Larp Society

2026-09-29T08:14:23Z

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[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

Our next game is {{current system extended}}. You can find can find more about it [[Open Palms|here]] or ask questions about it on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

The society is now on hiatus until the next academic year starts in October, where we'll be starting our next game, [[Open Palms]].

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2026-09-29T08:14:03Z

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Cambridge Larp Society

2026-09-29T08:13:30Z

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[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

Our next game is {{current system extended}}. You can find can find more about it [[Open Palms|here]] or ask questions about it on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

The society is now on hiatus until the next academic year starts in October, where we'll be starting our next game, Open Palms.

Open Palms

2026-09-29T08:11:57Z

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Open Palms is a supernatural-mystery LARP set in an alternative version of the UK, where magic is real, occult entities sit in government, and the fantastical lives alongside the mundane. The UK is cut off from the rest of the world by a magical barrier, and rubs up against the Veil that separates this world from others - a Veil that seems to be growing increasingly thin…

In 1948 after the agreement with America to assist in the rebuilding of the country post WWII broke down, Prime Minister Atlee announced an alternative donor who would help rebuild Britain. An impenetrable, opaque barrier suddenly appeared around the main island of the United Kingdom, and portals to other worlds began to open, bringing help... among other things.

It is now 1970, and in the last few years the new equilibrium has become threatened. Magic has become increasingly restricted, the number of Incursions, where other worlds pierce the Veil and spew forth creatures and magics that threaten life and property, have begun to increase beyond the ability of government agencies to respond. Requests have been sent out by the Ministry to the cities hit hardest, for community minded citizens to join the Citizens Defense Initiative, to aid in the protection of their homes, and perhaps, in finding the source of the increased Incursions.

The patrons of the Basilica de San Cerveza, bar and occult hot spot, have decided to answer the Ministry’s call, and form the Cambridge Branch of the CDI. You are one of the people who have elected to assist, to support your fellow citizens when the Veil has been pierced, and to try and discover the source of the Incursions.

A more complete summary is available [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rvF43LPHRsAL6l9Bgzwf41L3WnlWu7_ftwbKqkR5E9Y here], and full information is available [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gqLJx-7deSlFlNkJ-rBIP6fUoLkKNZ7QSh1BS5265RA here].

''Proper website coming soon.''

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2026-09-29T08:11:34Z

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Open Palms

2026-09-29T08:05:33Z

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Open Palms is a supernatural-mystery LARP set in an alternative version of the UK, where magic is real, occult entities sit in government, and the fantastical lives alongside the mundane. The UK is cut off from the rest of the world by a magical barrier, and rubs up against the Veil that separates this world from others - a Veil that seems to be growing increasingly thin…

In 1948 after the agreement with America to assist in the rebuilding of the country post WWII broke down, Prime Minister Atlee announced an alternative donor who would help rebuild Britain. An impenetrable, opaque barrier suddenly appeared around the main island of the United Kingdom, and portals to other worlds began to open, bringing help... among other things.

It is now 1970, and in the last few years the new equilibrium has become threatened. Magic has become increasingly restricted, the number of Incursions, where other worlds pierce the Veil and spew forth creatures and magics that threaten life and property, have begun to increase beyond the ability of government agencies to respond. Requests have been sent out by the Ministry to the cities hit hardest, for community minded citizens to join the Citizens Defense Initiative, to aid in the protection of their homes, and perhaps, in finding the source of the increased Incursions.

The patrons of the Basilica de San Cerveza, bar and occult hot spot, have decided to answer the Ministry’s call, and form the Cambridge Branch of the CDI. You are one of the people who have elected to assist, to support your fellow citizens when the Veil has been pierced, and to try and discover the source of the Incursions.

A more complete summary is available [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rvF43LPHRsAL6l9Bgzwf41L3WnlWu7_ftwbKqkR5E9Y here], and full information is available [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gqLJx-7deSlFlNkJ-rBIP6fUoLkKNZ7QSh1BS5265RA here].

Events We Run

2026-09-10T11:17:58Z

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Contact Us

2026-09-10T11:04:54Z

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== The Committee ==
The Committee deals with the running of the society in this world, and can be reached at [mailto:larp-exec@srcf.net larp-exec@srcf.net]
Enquiries about events and the society in general should be sent here.

[[File:CUTT_smiling.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
== The Referees ==
The Refs deal with in-game matters, such as the game rules and character creation. They can be reached at [mailto:larp-refs@srcf.net larp-refs@srcf.net]

== Facebook ==
We have a Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett/ here]!

== Wiki ==
In addition to this website, CLS also runs a wiki. This is used by players to create individual pages for their characters and themselves, to organise social events and to discuss other matters related to the society or of general interest to members.

The CLS Wiki can be found [http://larp.soc.srcf.net/wiki.pl here].

== Discord ==
We've mostly moved from IRC to [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA Discord] these days.

== IRC ==
Some CLS players can be found on the #larp social irc channel, based on irc.srcf.net.

If you have no idea what IRC is, try downloading mIRC or Trillian (googling for their names gets you the download link) - 'irc.srcf.net' is the 'server', and when you are connected to the server you can type '/join #larp' to get into the right channel.

[[File:Ritual.jpg|left|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]
During the university holidays, social roleplay sometimes occurs on the IRC channel #incharacter (also on the SRCF server), with out-of-character discussion of events taking place simultaneously on #peanut-gallery. Whilst these events are not an official part of the game canon and are not supervised by refs, events there are often informally agreed to have happened between the characters in downtime. As #incharacter is unofficial, players are strongly encouraged not to take mechanical actions there, including but not limited to: combat, offensive casting or spreading of information gathered in downtime. We also recommend that new characters are introduced in uptime before appearing in #incharacter.

Many people like to have IRC running while their computer is off so they can still get messages. If you are a member of the University of Cambridge you can do so as described [http://larp.soc.srcf.net/wiki.pl?IRCinstructions here].

== IRC WebClient ==
[http://chat.mibbit.com/?server=irc.srcf.net&channel=%23larp Mibbit IRC Web Client]

Events We Run

2026-08-26T15:46:27Z

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Events We Run

2026-08-09T17:54:17Z

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Events We Run

2026-06-04T22:22:07Z

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Schedule

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Society History

2026-05-23T13:33:01Z

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Society History

2026-05-23T13:29:28Z

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== Cambridge University Treasure Trap ==
Treasure Trap was one of the first LARP games in the UK, it began at Peckforton Castle, Cheshire, in 1981. The success of the game led to the creation of various spin-off societies, including Labyrinthe, Durham Treasure Trap (DUTT), and the (now extinct) Birmingham Treasure Trap.

[[File:CUTT_sword.jpg|400px|left|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
In 2002 Cambridge Treasure Trap was set up by two graduate students - Jennifer Curtis and Toni Badnall - who had enjoyed LARPing at DUTT during their undergraduate study at Durham and wanted to continue playing when they reached Cambridge.

The game of Cambridge Treasure Trap was in Grantabrugge, a loose analogue of medieval Cambridge. The game was inspired by fantasy media like Dungeons and Dragons, Dragonlance, and the Discworld Novels, but it also developed gradually through player action over its decade-long run. Players could play characters of various Races, such as elves, dwarves, or humans, and could be affiliated with city institutions, the colourful colleges of Magic, or any of the thirteen available religions.

== Cambridge LARP Society ==
In 2014, the society decided to wrap up CUTT in favour of limited-run systems written by the active player base. At the same time the society's name was changed to Cambridge Larp Society to reflect that the game was no longer Treasure Trap.

[[File:Explorer_manifested.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]
=== No Flag No Country ===
CLS’s first game post-Treasure Trap was No Flag No Country (NFNC), a 2-year run pulp fantasy exploration and investigation game written by Ivan Slipper and James Blackshaw. NFNC ran between October 2014 and June 2016.

NFNC was set on the newly-discovered island of Mat Sellah. Each of the characters could be one of three races (standard Human, tattooed and pointy-eared Alfar, or scaly Ozgur) and hold a strong allegiance to one of the four churches, one of the three countries of the nearby continent, or one of two other investigative factions. The characters arrived on Mat Sellah to investigate and take advantage of the appearance of a magical Portal which surged with power from the Beyond, the place where both Gods and the demonic entities called Strangers lived. The game ended with the characters, having inadvertently used up most of the Portal’s power for their research, using its final gasp to allow The Explorer, one of the Gods, to manifest in the world.

More information about No Flag No Country can be found on [http://nfnc.camlarp.co.uk/Main_Page its website].

[[File:Arginet-IC-v2 small.jpg|left|383px]]

=== Breaking Worlds ===
CLS’s third game was Breaking Worlds, a 2-year run apocalyptic fantasy game written by Nye Redman-White and Rosemary Warner. Breaking Worlds (BW) ran from October 2016 to May 2018.

BW was set in the island realm of Arginet, which until a year before the start of the game had been a stable and peaceful place. However, cracks had started appearing in the fabric of reality in a metaphysical outburst known simply as the Breaking, bringing with them strange people and dangerous creatures. In this tumultuous time, the characters of the game came together to explore, exploit, and defend against the tumultuous spirit world and the mysterious threat from beyond.

The game ended with the characters defeating the power-hungry other-world scientists who caused the disaster and uniting 5 diverse worlds to cooperate and restore the fabric of reality.

More information about Breaking Worlds can be found on [http://bw.camlarp.co.uk/Breaking_Worlds its website].

=== The Citadel ===
Our fourth game was The Citadel, a one year run post-apocalyptic science-fantasy game written by Robb Smith, Ivan Slipper and Pia Salter. Centuries after the Decline, an ancient citadel of advanced technology reopens, offering the local tribes of the Outlook an opportunity to learn the secrets within.

After learning of the Citadel's sinister past and purpose, and overcoming many challenges, the characters defeated the super-advanced AIs to gain dominion over the Citadel's core. After heated debate they chose to destroy it, so that the Citadel could never again be used to manipulate and dominate humanity.

More information about The Citadel can be found on [http://citadel.camlarp.co.uk/ its website].

=== Obscura ===
Our game for 2019-2020 was Obscura, a one year run fantasy game written by Jon Cooper. Centuries ago the world was a dark place, dominated by monstrous creatures and powerful magic, until a group of adventurers performed the Sealing, cutting off the magical realm from the mortal. Magic faded and science grew to fill the gap. Now the Sealing is starting to unravel and magic is returning, are the dark times destined to return, or can something be done to stop it?

Sadly the Obscura campaign was not completed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

More information about Obscura can be found on [http://obscura.camlarp.co.uk/ its website].

=== Dark Moon ===
Our game for 2021-2022 was Dark Moon, a one year run urban shadow fantasy game of vampires, were-creatures and changelings struggling to live in the modern world they keep having to save, written by Kes Ward and Jim Blackshaw.

More information about Dark Moon can be found on [https://sites.google.com/view/clsdarkmoon/ its website].

=== Falling Sky ===
Our game for 2022-2023 was Falling Sky, a one year run fantasy game of sky piracy in a broken world, written by Alex Stuart. Twenty years ago the Architects of Ascension stole the powers of a dead god and used them to break the world, causing it to be consumed by the Great Storm above, or fall in to the Hells below. The survivors of humanity eke out an existence in sky ships between them, raiding the pieces of the World-That-Was as they fall from the storm in to hell.

After defeating the Architects and their now-ascended leader, the godlike Apex, the Seekers created a new Unity Forge and remade the world, becoming its new gods.

More information about Falling Sky can be found on [https://fallingsky.camlarp.co.uk its website].

=== Unusual Haunts ===
The game for 2023-2024 was Unusual Haunts, a one year fantasy game of survival, exploration and community in a dangerous world of mist and legend, written by Seffie Davison. With food running out, the intrepid inhabitants of the village of Penwick Gorge were forced to venture over The Bridge to the unknown beyond the mists, finding wonders and dangers beyond their imagining.

After learning of the true nature of the universe and integrating several other worlds in to their own, they shepherded the spirit of the village to a new stage of existence, making Penwick the centre of a new, wider world.

More information about Unusual Haunts can be found on [https://uh.camlarp.co.uk its website].

=== Norse Angels ===
The game for 2024-2025 was Norse Angels, a one year norse high fantasy game of godlings facing Ragnarok, written by Sarah Bewick and Bea Johnson. The characters are godlings, created by the gods to overcome the challenges of Ragnarok in their name, but rumour has it Loki has snuck some of his own into their ranks to sow chaos...

After shepherding the world through Ragnarok, and the death of many gods and monsters, the new pantheon of some old gods and some new arose to take stewardship of a new age.

More information about Norse Angels can be found on [https://norseangels.camlarp.co.uk its website].

=== Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots ===
The game for 2025-2026 was Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots, a victoriana game of intrepid resistance against a mighty machine empire, written by Jon Cooper.

The plucky resistance led by the players successfully foiled several plots by evil Analytical Intelligences and restored the monarchy, crowning Queen Victoria II. By irresistable royal decree the AIs were removed from power and human governance reinstated across the world.

More information about Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots can be found on [https://lovelace.camlarp.co.uk its website].

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Cambridge Larp Society

2026-05-23T13:25:51Z

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[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

Our next game is {{current system extended}}. You can find can ask questions about it on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

The society is now on hiatus until the next academic year starts in October, where we'll be starting our next game, Open Palms.

Cambridge Larp Society

2026-05-19T14:59:57Z

Bink: /* Announcements */

[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Norse Angels has finished!

Our current game is {{current system extended}}. You can find out more on the game's [https://lovelace.camlarp.co.uk wiki] or you can ask questions on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots has finished!

The society is now on hiatus until the next academic year starts in October, where we'll be starting our next game, Open Palms.

AGM Minutes: 2026

2026-05-09T12:16:24Z

Bink:

==President's Address==

We will be short on students next year and may have to pay for rooms, in which case we'll need weekly subsidies, roughly £5-10.

==Treasurer's Address==

The financial situation is good, if the incoming refs need to purchase things for the system the funds are available.

==New System Vote==
* Open Palms was pitched by Seffie Davison - a 70s occult urban fantasy game.
* Friendship ❤️ Incredible Violence was pitched by Corin Jeffcock - a game of anime tropes trying to escape the Void Of Cancellation.

Open Palms was selected by general assent. Seffie Davison is head referee and Gina Evans and Tom Merriam are referees.

==Election of Exec==
* Louise Cooper was nominated for President and seconded by Jon Cooper. Elected by general assent.
* Sophia was nominated for Secretary, seconded by Corin Jeffcock. Elected by general assent.
* Corin Jeffcock was nominated for Treasurer, seconded by Seffie Davison. Elected by general assent.
* A social secretary was not appointed.

==AOB==
* Louise Cooper suggested looking into society T-shirts and there was an advisory poll. The society was broadly in favour.
* Jim Blackshaw was nominated for Honorary Membership by Jon Cooper, seconded by Corin Jeffcock, for "Exceptional contributions to helping other members create their games for the Society". Passed by general assent.

AGM Minutes

2026-05-09T12:10:59Z

Bink:

AGM Minutes: 2026

2026-05-09T09:31:05Z

Bink: /* Election of Exec */

==President's Address==

The President said some things.

==Treasurer's Address==

The Treasurer said some things.

==New System Vote==
* Open Palms was pitched by Seffie Davison - a 70s occult urban fantasy game.
* Love ❤️ Incredible Violence was pitched by Corin Jeffcock - a game of anime tropes trying to escape the Void Of Cancellation.

Open Palms was selected by general assent. Seffie Davison is head referee and Gina Evans and Tom Merriam are referees.

==Election of Exec==
* Louise Cooper was nominated for President and seconded by Jon Cooper. Elected by general assent.
* Sophia was nominated for Secretary. Elected by general assent.
* Corin Jeffcock was nominated for Treasurer. Elected by general assent.
* A social secretary was not appointed.

==AOB==
Jim Blackshaw was nominated for Honorary Membership by Jon Cooper, seconded by Seffie Davison, for "Exceptional contributions to helping other members create their games for the Society". Passed by general assent.

AGM Minutes: 2026

2026-05-09T09:30:02Z

Bink: /* New System Vote */

==President's Address==

The President said some things.

==Treasurer's Address==

The Treasurer said some things.

==New System Vote==
* Open Palms was pitched by Seffie Davison - a 70s occult urban fantasy game.
* Love ❤️ Incredible Violence was pitched by Corin Jeffcock - a game of anime tropes trying to escape the Void Of Cancellation.

Open Palms was selected by general assent. Seffie Davison is head referee and Gina Evans and Tom Merriam are referees.

==Election of Exec==
* Louise Cooper was nominated for President and seconded by Jon Cooper. Elected by general assent.
* Sophia was nominated for Secretary. Sophia was elected by general assent.
* Corin Jeffcock was nominated for Treasurer. Elected by general assent.
* A social secretary was not appointed.

==AOB==
Jim Blackshaw was nominated for Honorary Membership by Jon Cooper, seconded by Seffie Davison, for "Exceptional contributions to helping other members create their games for the Society". Passed by general assent.

AGM Minutes: 2026

2026-05-09T09:28:03Z

Bink: Created page with "==President's Address== The President said some things. ==Treasurer's Address== The Treasurer said some things. ==New System Vote== * Open Palms was pitched by Seffie Davison - a 70s occult urban fantasy game. * Love ❤️ Incredible Violence was pitched by Corin Jeffcock - a high magic game of anime tropes trying to escape the Void Of Cancellation. Open Palms was selected by general assent. Seffie Davison is head referee and Gina Evans and Tom Merriam are referees..."

==President's Address==

The President said some things.

==Treasurer's Address==

The Treasurer said some things.

==New System Vote==
* Open Palms was pitched by Seffie Davison - a 70s occult urban fantasy game.
* Love ❤️ Incredible Violence was pitched by Corin Jeffcock - a high magic game of anime tropes trying to escape the Void Of Cancellation.

Open Palms was selected by general assent. Seffie Davison is head referee and Gina Evans and Tom Merriam are referees.

==Election of Exec==
* Louise Cooper was nominated for President and seconded by Jon Cooper. Elected by general assent.
* Sophia was nominated for Secretary. Sophia was elected by general assent.
* Corin Jeffcock was nominated for Treasurer. Elected by general assent.
* A social secretary was not appointed.

==AOB==
Jim Blackshaw was nominated for Honorary Membership by Jon Cooper, seconded by Seffie Davison, for "Exceptional contributions to helping other members create their games for the Society". Passed by general assent.

Cambridge Larp Society

2026-05-08T11:27:44Z

Bink: /* Announcements */

[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Norse Angels has finished!

Our current game is {{current system extended}}. You can find out more on the game's [https://lovelace.camlarp.co.uk wiki] or you can ask questions on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
We're in our last few weeks of Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots!

The finale will be on 15th-16th May, with an interactive, linear and then final interactive.

This term's full schedule can be found [[Events We Run#Term 3|here]].

Events We Run

2026-04-08T22:55:02Z

Bink: /* This Year */

[[File:CUTT_meadows.jpg|400px|left|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
= Main Campaign =
== Linears ==
A linear is a type of adventure where the encounters are laid out along a set route which the characters follow. Encounters are variable in nature - some are intended to be fights, others will have some kind of puzzle for the Player Characters to solve, and some will involve diplomacy. The characters will usually have an end goal of some kind, ranging from taking down an evil cult to looting the tomb of a dead god. Usually an NPC "character ref" accompanies them as a member of the character party to ensure they don't stray off course by accident or design.

We run linears once per fortnight on Saturdays during term-time, most often on [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Linears Grantchester Meadows], but sometimes in other locations. These usually start at 1pm and last 2-3 hours. Occasionally we run {{gloss|Night Bash|night bashes}} starting at a later time.

== Interactives ==
An interactive is a session of the game held indoors at [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use whatever room the Society has booked that week]. Interactives are held on Friday evenings, usually at 7.00pm. In interactives, your character stays in the room and socialises with the other player characters (PCs). Events come to you, in the form of non-player characters (NPCs or "monsters") sent in by refs to provide opportunities to get involved in plot. You can expect many varied encounters throughout the evening and also plenty of opportunity for the PCs to interact and work together to solve problems.

= Others =

==One-Shots==
Sometimes we run one-off larps distinct from our main game - these will tend to be self-contained and have minimal need for knowledge beforehand, so they're a great way to try out larp if you don't want the commitment of a longer-running game, as well as to explore a wider variety of larp styles.

== Weapons Practices ==
On weeks without linears we will often run a weapons practice instead. These are an opportunity to improve your combat skills and are also really good fun. Don't worry if you don't have any larp weapons of your own - the society has plenty in the armoury which it will lend out.

== Kit Makes ==
We occasionally have kit makes - these will have patterns and experienced people on hand so are great for if you want to make your own kit but aren't sure how to go about it.

[[File:Fire.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]
<br clear="all"/>

=This Year=
==Term 1==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Event Type !! Date !! Location
|-
| rowspan="2" | Stall at Fresher's Fair || Tuesday 7th October || rowspan="2" | Parker's Pieces
|-
| Wednesday 8th October
|-
| Squash (Meet and Greet and Introduction to LARP) || Friday 10th October, 19:15 || [[Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College|Barbara White Room, Newnham College]]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 17th October, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 18th October, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 24th October, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 31st October, 19:00 || [[Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College|Barbara White Room, Newnham College]]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 1st November, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 7th November, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#St_John's_College Boys Smith Room, St John's College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 14th November, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#St_John's_College Fisher Building Ground Floor, St John's College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 15th November, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 21st November, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 28th November, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 29th November, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 5th December, 19:00 || [https://www.romseymill.org/community-hall Community Hall, Romsey Mill Community Centre]
|}

==Term 2==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Event Type !! Date !! Location
|-
| Interactive || Friday 23rd January, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Sidgwick Hall, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 24th January, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 30th January, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 6th February, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 9th February, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 13th February, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 20th February, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 21st February, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 27th February, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 6th March, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 7th March, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 13th March, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 20th March, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 21st March, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|}

==Term 3==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Event Type !! Date !! Location
|-
| Interactive || Friday 1st May, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Sidgwick Hall, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 2nd May, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 8th May, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Jane Harrison Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 15th May, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Sidgwick Hall, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 16th May, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Saturday 16th May, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Sidgwick Hall, Newnham College]
|}

Cambridge Larp Society

2026-03-07T22:10:33Z

Bink: /* Our Current Game */

[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Norse Angels has finished!

Our current game is {{current system extended}}. You can find out more on the game's [https://lovelace.camlarp.co.uk wiki] or you can ask questions on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
The first [[Events We Run#Interactives|interactive]] of the second term of Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots will be at 7pm on the 23rd January at [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Sidgwick Hall, Newnham College], followed by the first [[Events We Run#Linears|linear]] at 1pm on the 24th at [[Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow|Logan's Meadow]].

This term's full schedule can be found [[Events We Run#Term 2|here]].

Cambridge Larp Society

2026-01-23T18:28:18Z

Bink: /* Announcements */

[[File:CUTT_group.jpg|right|500px|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
Welcome to the Cambridge Larp Society Website!

Cambridge Larp Society (CLS) organises regular Live Action Role-Playing (larp) events. Larp is a type of role-play where participants physically portray their characters. There are many different kinds of larp, taking place in wide variety of settings, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to modern day. To find out more about larp, visit our [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Frequently_Asked_Questions FAQ]. We're associated with the University of Cambridge, but happily accept non-university members.

CLS runs a continuing game over the course of the year, meeting once or twice a week for socialising and adventuring together in a world unlike our own. We also run a number of other events, including one-shot larps, discussion groups, costume-making sessions, and socials. Participation is open to everyone, not just members of the university, and we welcome new members at any point in the year.

More information about events we run can be found [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Events_We_Run here], and you can contact us [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us here]. You can also find us on our [https://www.facebook.com/groups/cambridgett facebook group].

Members of the University can sign up to the mailing list [https://www.srcf.net/mailman/listinfo/larp-members here]; otherwise [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Contact_Us email the exec] to be added.

==Our Current Game==
Norse Angels has finished!

Our next game is {{current system extended}}, starting in October 2025. You can find out more on the game's [https://lovelace.camlarp.co.uk wiki] or you can ask questions on the society's [https://discord.gg/ZJWgy5yqdA discord server].

[[File:Battle.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]

==Announcements==
The first [[Events We Run#Interactives|interactive]] of the second term of Lovelace, Tesla and Killer Robots will be at 7pm on the 23rd January at [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Sidgwick Hall, Newnham College], followed by the first [[Events We Run#Linears|linear]] at 1pm on the 24th at [[Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow|Logan's Meadow]].

This term's full schedule can be found [[Events We Run#Term 2|here]].

Events We Run

2026-01-15T20:24:16Z

Bink: /* This Year */

[[File:CUTT_meadows.jpg|400px|left|Photo by Tom Garnett]]
= Main Campaign =
== Linears ==
A linear is a type of adventure where the encounters are laid out along a set route which the characters follow. Encounters are variable in nature - some are intended to be fights, others will have some kind of puzzle for the Player Characters to solve, and some will involve diplomacy. The characters will usually have an end goal of some kind, ranging from taking down an evil cult to looting the tomb of a dead god. Usually an NPC "character ref" accompanies them as a member of the character party to ensure they don't stray off course by accident or design.

We run linears once per fortnight on Saturdays during term-time, most often on [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Linears Grantchester Meadows], but sometimes in other locations. These usually start at 1pm and last 2-3 hours. Occasionally we run {{gloss|Night Bash|night bashes}} starting at a later time.

== Interactives ==
An interactive is a session of the game held indoors at [http://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use whatever room the Society has booked that week]. Interactives are held on Friday evenings, usually at 7.00pm. In interactives, your character stays in the room and socialises with the other player characters (PCs). Events come to you, in the form of non-player characters (NPCs or "monsters") sent in by refs to provide opportunities to get involved in plot. You can expect many varied encounters throughout the evening and also plenty of opportunity for the PCs to interact and work together to solve problems.

= Others =

==One-Shots==
Sometimes we run one-off larps distinct from our main game - these will tend to be self-contained and have minimal need for knowledge beforehand, so they're a great way to try out larp if you don't want the commitment of a longer-running game, as well as to explore a wider variety of larp styles.

== Weapons Practices ==
On weeks without linears we will often run a weapons practice instead. These are an opportunity to improve your combat skills and are also really good fun. Don't worry if you don't have any larp weapons of your own - the society has plenty in the armoury which it will lend out.

== Kit Makes ==
We occasionally have kit makes - these will have patterns and experienced people on hand so are great for if you want to make your own kit but aren't sure how to go about it.

[[File:Fire.jpg|right|400px|Photo by Kay Chard]]
<br clear="all"/>

=This Year=
==Term 1==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Event Type !! Date !! Location
|-
| rowspan="2" | Stall at Fresher's Fair || Tuesday 7th October || rowspan="2" | Parker's Pieces
|-
| Wednesday 8th October
|-
| Squash (Meet and Greet and Introduction to LARP) || Friday 10th October, 19:15 || [[Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College|Barbara White Room, Newnham College]]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 17th October, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 18th October, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 24th October, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 31st October, 19:00 || [[Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College|Barbara White Room, Newnham College]]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 1st November, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 7th November, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#St_John's_College Boys Smith Room, St John's College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 14th November, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#St_John's_College Fisher Building Ground Floor, St John's College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 15th November, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 21st November, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 28th November, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 29th November, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 5th December, 19:00 || [https://www.romseymill.org/community-hall Community Hall, Romsey Mill Community Centre]
|}

==Term 2==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Event Type !! Date !! Location
|-
| Interactive || Friday 23rd January, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Sidgwick Hall, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 24th January, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 30th January, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 6th February, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 9th February, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 13th February, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 20th February, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 21st February, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 27th February, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 6th March, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 7th March, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 13th March, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 20th March, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Newnham_College Barbara White Room, Newnham College]
|-
| Linear || Saturday 21st March, 19:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|}

==Term 3==

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Event Type !! Date !! Location
|-
| Interactive || Friday 1st May, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Linear || Saturday 2nd May, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Friday 8th May, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Interactive || Friday 15th May, 19:00 || TBD
|-
| Linear || Saturday 16th May, 13:00 || [https://www.camlarp.co.uk/Locations_We_Use#Logan's_Meadow Logan's Meadow]
|-
| Interactive || Saturday 16th May, 19:00 || TBD
|}