Very often confused or even wrongly associated historical reenactments and LARP don't share much, except that the participants wear armor and take part in fights.
Today we will see the main differences between historical reenactment and LARP!
What is LARP?
Have you ever seen a LARP hashtag under a photo and wondered what it meant? Someone close to you is a LARP enthusiast, but despite these explanations, you don't really understand? Well, look no further than this article, which will help you learn all you need to know about LARP and finally understand what it's all about!
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Ulfberth Sword
Made in Europe between the 9th and 11th centuries, the sword we're going to talk about today is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship. Renowned for its quality and solidity, it wasn't until the 18th century that swords of equivalent quality appeared! Here's a look back at an emblematic weapon that has thrilled warriors as far afield as Europe!
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Longsword: History Of An Iconic Weapon
Everyone is fascinated by swords, an important historical weapon that has endured and survived wars, retaining all the symbolism that it is given. Representing strength and bravery, was the sword ultimately an instrument of death or freedom? Its importance in history is so significant that we have decided today to focus on its most destructive and imposing version, the two-handed longsword and its variants!
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The Ultimate Guide to start LARP in 2023
This guide is intended for anyone wishing to get started in the world of LARP. You will find lots of advice, anecdotes and information that will allow you to calmly prepare for your first LARP event!
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Retour sur le Salon de la Passion Médiévale 2023
Calimacil était présent au Salon de la Passion Médiévale qui s'est tenu à Montréal les 5-6 et 7 Mai dernier. L'occasion pour nous de revenir sur cet événement incontournable pour tous les passionnés d'histoire, de fantastique et de Grandeur Nature!
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Récap de l'Avant-Première: La Bataille de Farador
Calimacil a eu la chance d'assister à l'avant première de la Bataille de Farador le 12 avril dernier! Retour sur cette soirée qui s'est avérée être à l'image du court métrage dont le film est adapté: cultissime!
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Calendar 2023
Calimacil sera présent
5-6-7 mai - Salon de la Passion Médiévale
19-25 juin - DrachenFest US
13-20 août - Bicolli...
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CaliCON 2022 Highlights
On Oct. 29th 2022, Calimacil’s CaliCON welcomed guests once more. Held at Calimacil’s workshop in Sherbrooke, it featured several local manufacturers of handmade goods, local organisations and businesses relevant to immersive games and the use of foam weapons, fantastic costumes and products from big names such as Calimacil, Epic Armoury and Mytholon.
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10 Middle Ages facts
It is difficult to mark a specific date for beginning and end of this period but traditionally, the beginning of the Middle Ages is marked by the fall of the last Roman emperor, Romulus Augustus and its more contested end by the death of the King Charles VIII in 1498.
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All About LARP Bows
One of the oldest weapons made by man, the bow is still used today competitively, recreationally and, in some places, for subsistence. A staple of the medieval and fantasy genres, it holds an undeniable place within LARPs. However, unlike with foam swords, you actually need to have the real deal to use as intended and the world of archery is vast and complex!
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May the Quasar Lightsaber be with you!
Tired of lightsabers that break the first time you hit them with them against another saber? Or that burn out just when you're finally warmed up? This is why we have created the first and only lightsabers built for battle from high quality modular components. The Quasar LEDSaber is great for roleplaying and practicing the Jedi way!
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