LARPing Out Loud: A Comedic Quest Through 20+ LARPing Memes

John Summers • Contributor

May 17, 2023 9:00 PM EDT

Oh, the '90s! A time when flannel was the fabric of choice, grunge was the soundtrack of life, and some of us preferred to roam the woods at night, dressed as creatures of the night. Yes, I'm talking about LARPing. Or as we lovingly referred to it back in the day, RD&D - "Real D&D". It was a different time, a magical time, and one that my parents surprisingly were quite cool with.

God bless my mom and dad, for they were the real heroes in this tale. Picture it: Their child, decked out in full vampire regalia, preferring the moon's glow to the harsh fluorescent lights of civilization. Heading out to the woods for a night of Live Action Role Playing with friends (or rather, alone - vampires aren't known for their love of social gatherings, after all). Instead of pushing for more "normal" pursuits like basketball or debate club, they just nodded and sent me on my way. Shout out to you, parental units!

So, in honor of my folks - and all the parents who let their kids explore their weird and wonderful passions - I've compiled this list of over 20 hilarious LARPing memes. Whether you're a veteran LARPer, a newcomer, or just someone with a penchant for humor and a curiosity about this unique pastime, there's something here for you. So grab your foam sword, don your cloak, and prepare to delve into a world of hilarity.