Hats on a Dirigible

Axel sipped cautiously out of the elegant glass tumbler. Her eyes grew wide, and she coughed, spitting the expensive drink out across the table. “Hey!” Ambassador Komik quickly took off his fez, brushed it off, and gave the young mechanic an offended look. “What was that for?” “Sorry,” she gasped out. Doc Faraday laughed and tipped his very battered hat up with one thumb. “Aw, never had brandy before, sweetheart?” he asked. “No,” Axel lied, …

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What will our Steampunk Western LARP look like?

THE UNFOLDING OF THE DAY: Since steampunk-western LARP is new to all of us, we thought we would let you know how we are planning for the day to unfold.  Knowing about the scenarios may help you build your character and expectations for the day. The day starts with everyone on a Dirigible heading to FaltIron. During this part of the day the emphasis will be on role playing, and getting to know the characters.  …

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FaltIron and Steampunk Western

It is the spring of 1840.  Queen Victoria is ruler of England.  England controls India.  Martin Van Buren is President of the United States.   And FaltIron, is in the middle of it all. FaltIron is a city with a heritage from the medieval days.  They are a proud people and many believe they are the cradle of civilization — the breeding stock which formed Brittan, and later the United States.  FaltIron is located 200 miles …

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