We're going to the largest LARP in the world!

[@ernestomorselli]

Hi! I'm a Conquest NPC. Happy to see you there! ;-)

[@SkillTree]

Can't wait to see you there!

[@TimmM...]

One story that comes to mind is when my group and I wanted to steal a banner from some of the orks. At that particular Conquest they were not in their own camp, but rather in some bigger mixed camp. So one night my group wanders into this camp and we realize that we did not plan for what to do next after passing the gate. We did not know where the were camped and could for obvious reasons not simply ask. As we did not want to keep standing in a group in fear of attracting too much attention, we came to the bright conclusion to all act inconspicuous. So, there were 15 guys aimlessly wandering through the camp whistling. Which was of cause totally not suspicious. ^^ One of us found the campsite and instead of gathering us all up and discussing what we want to do, simply grabs the banner and runs. Which causes the rest of the group to one after the other also start running. The gate guards were looking mightily interested why 15 people were sprinting out of their camp. But in the end all got out more or less unharmed ^^

[@beckymurphy4714]

Subtle.

[@SkillTree]

LOL. Was it smooth, no. But was it effective? Oh hell yes🤣🤣

[@scottmantooth8785]

*should have all worn glasses and fake noses...totally inconspicuous that way...works for Superman...apart from the fake nose*

[@briannaedwards7851]

I love that I’ve been able to watch skill tree grow and expand and evolve! This is amazing!

[@SkillTree]

Thanks for being part of the journey!!

[@florida_man11]

It’s growing…. Like a tree

[@TheAncientAstronomer]

Burgschneider,castle tailor in German. Never been interested in LARP, I'm more of a reanacting guy, but I find it so fascinating when people from all over the world, really enjoy their hobby!

[@SkillTree]

Agreed! So fun to see a community come together to do what they love.

[@ulfertfirnsfeld5497]

Caught on camera at 17:12 - It was a lot of fun being back in the melee after two years of pause!

[@lunasilver2973]

My LARP group and I are going to Conquest since MANY years, so this video got me incredibly excited :D eldit: yes, the Alchemist is awesome but having your tent close to his workshop is.... scary.

[@SkillTree]

Can't wait to see for myself! See you there😁

[@Fuchsbart]

Baron Fireblade?

[@lunasilver2973]

@@Fuchsbart Me or the Alchemist? I do not know his name. We only call him "The Alchemist". :D

[@Fuchsbart]

@@lunasilver2973 yes I mean the alchemist XD Feste der Vielfalt yeah!

[@lunasilver2973]

@@Fuchsbart Wait... are you from the Feste too?!

[@theKickfoot]

Hi! Swedish larper here! And while i've been to plenty of larps, this will be my first Conquest! Look forward to seing you there, and maybe to interact with the Crimson Company as well : )

[@black_forest_]

Cant wait for next week! What I missed about COnquest that you dont get at the smaller larp events throughout the year is the feeling on the battlefield. The war drums, the yelling of marching orders all around, the sound is amazing. I nearly got just walked over by a wall of knights marching to the front if I hadnt heard them due to the drummer that was with them.

[@beckymurphy4714]

This sounds like a fantastic event! I love the idea of being "user friendly" so someone who is totally new won't feel overwhelmed at their first event. I've wanted to try LARP for years, but there are no groups in my area (northcentral Wisconsin). And I wouldn't have the first clue about creating a character (persona?) and how that character would interact with others. I like to make costumes (I have a dragon knight and an earth mage; working on a winter fae and an elven archer) but I've never developed the character past the outfit, so I'd be way in over my head.

[@SkillTree]

I think you would be surprised! You can always start easy. Just make the character basically YOU in a fantasy setting. As you get more comfortable being in that scene you can start trying new things like a character that is YOU but is OK with stealing or likes to fight. Then just build. Eventually it gets more fun to try on other people and see what it would be like to live as THEM.

[@eliasbischoff176]

It'll be my 3rd conquest this year. Can't wait!

[@Laura-Amara]

I'll be at conquest this year, too. I'm really excited to meet you guys there!

[@SkillTree]

Yes! Definitely come find us!

[@Laura-Amara]

@SkillTree I'll be at Wayfarers Arrival as opposed to you guys with the Crimson Company. A similar concept for beginners but a bit different in gameplay. It will also be my first year at Conquest! How would you guys want to be approached? Just act like I don't know you, would be my guess? I would not want to break immersion for anyone, german larp is big on that.

[@SkillTree]

@Laura-jo9qj sweet! We can be first timer's together. Do be sure to find us. It will be fun to get to know more people and learn the ropes together 😁

[@jessikalina7224]

I will be attending this years Conquest as a bard. Hope to see you around the campfires and taverns. ^^

[@Philtopy]

I love this desccription they did for the way Conquest is played. That is german LARP in an essence. We arent playing to try and "win" the game. We arent covering everything in complex rules and hitpoint systems. We want the experience to be a lasting one through the roleplay aspect. We want to play the best as we can, to make the other players experience the best. Ofc some do it better than others, but when everybody is engaged in making this happen, the immersion creates an emotional rollercoaster from another world. Thats why you wont find a boffer-weapon in any german Larp. And you will never find people wearing modern day clothing, just covered up with a medieval cape or sth. When coming home from a german LARP you will feel like you really have been in another world and you really have experienced these moments like they were a real thing. You dont talk so much about your player killcount or sth. you talk about that crazy discussion youve had last night or about that time you tried to steal that super important ican or sth like that. But a warning: German Larpers are a lot more immersion oriented. Meaning if you come around in a very fakeish plasticy attire, or you play as the stereotypical "tall dwarf/fat elve/peaceful orc/ cat person with fake ears and tail in your butt" for example, meaning a character you cannot properly portray or that is too cartoonish or silly, or you are using Boffer weapons and very synthetic clothing, you will have a harder time finding people to play with at conquest and other german Larps.

[@Dracomancer273]

Oh, the thoughts for how my character would react and interact based on all these stories.

[@Breacca]

Yeah show up and get a coffee or a beer on Mythodea 2023. We are in Feste der Vielfalt.

[@SkillTree]

I hope to see you there!

[@Athrucat]

Clever, just a quick tip from a guy who, while not a LARPer (yet) is out and about the german medieval festival scene. Get your hands on a "Barbarenspieß" as soon as you can, they are really delicious. Unless you are vegetarian/vegan of course.

[@joshicus_saint_anger]

Great Video! I can't wait for the next project!

[@SkillTree]

Should have something fun for you next week 😁

[@CommanderCODY05]

Will be at conquest as every year. VIRIBUS UNITIS!!!

[@MightyMage2]

You have something to look forward to 😎

[@noxistudios]

Hey Skill Tree, hope you're having a lovely Christmas.

[@SkillTree]

Thank you! I hope the same for you and yours!

[@RobMayn96]

Im one of the ,,Orcs" in that Video, and I can say. It is amazing 😉

[@semperfiXIX]

Same here

[@SkillTree]

You are AMAZING! The detail in your kit is next level. I will need to find a way to get close to the orcs without becoming a prisoner or food so I can admire the skill in the costuming.

[@semperfiXIX]

@@SkillTree haha thank you. I am one of the 2 ironjaws you took for the thumbnail , well bring slaves or something other useful for orcs and maybe if you're lucky and the Obrok likes it you are allowed to enter and leave without getting cooked haha.amazing video , i am looking forward to see you at the Conquest next year

[@sera3188]

Well... I´be been to Conquest for about 15 years. I still get shaky knees, when I stand right in the battle-line short befor they clash into each others. Adrenalin kicks in, the screaming starts, foes and frinds going down left and right, battle at its best! But! If you are not into fighting, well, there is plenty of stuff to do. Quest to do, riddles to solve. Negotiating with other groups. Only because it is not an udead, well... it doesn`t mean he is your frind. Feuds among the groups are common and backstabbing (political and litteraly) are some way to go. Laws and etiqutte are difrent from one encampment (a generall term which smaler camps with a common goal) to a other. Get the information! Or better: Send a ambassador to find out. If you have one ;-) And there is the "Tross" a small city on the move. You can buy all thinks you need for larp there. For real money of course. Weapons, armor, arrows, bows, crossbows, clothing of all kind, bags, boots, and food (the best fantasy one)! And what do other players to the game? Well... it gets bigger and bigger every years. One year players brought in a 30m long, 12 m wight and 6m high viking house! Made of Wood! And that only one thing. Players are very ambitious. 'Trucks with trailers filled with stuff to make it bigger and better. All for the imersion. I can talk on like this for 10000 words... Go there. See it. Feel it. Be part of it!

[@lnkmoon]

I really really hope I will see you across the battlefield - watch out for Skagen archers! :)

[@SkillTree]

Hell yes! I hope to see you there!

[@sylviaoneal5694]

im so excited to see this unfold!!

[@Fiddlesnarf1987]

Should look into Bicolline as well, it's based in Canada I believe. Saw a few videos on it and would love to go at some point.

[@MischMagnifique]

The one playing the drum with someone’s hand is not from the Undead Flesh though. Looks like it’s Squee, the goblin bard. He’s such a nice guy in real life and a super cool player in LARP. This year, I will go to the Drachenfest for the second time and to Conquest of Mythodea for the 4th time. Come visit the Tross, there are definitely no shady gangs, illegal rooster fights, back rooms with a casino and burlesque dancers or any dubious backstreet-alleys. 😉 But there are arabian teahouses, a jobcenter from Al Sabara (who also help new LARPers find into the game if they don’t know what to do on their first large event), Zuber in Bad Norderby (those hot tubs they mentioned), an actual barber and so much more. Happy to see you there!

[@LazyLarper]

What I hear is we need to look up you in the Crimson Company 😎😊⚔️🛡️🔮

[@SkillTree]

Yes! I will be trying to escape them ASAP🤣

[@LazyLarper]

@@SkillTree they might "traders"... But they look like damn pirates 🏴‍☠️ 😎

[@LazyLarper]

@@SkillTree you are also more than welcome to visit our camp, if you can find us, the academy "Academia Unitate" 🧙‍♂️⚔️🔮

[@bretlemieux2489]

This looks like an amazing larp I honestly would love to go. All of this looks amazing.

[@SkillTree]

You COULD. Join the level up Larp competition!!!

[@roodhoor]

It is amazing :)

[@bretlemieux2489]

@@SkillTree that would involve having money and iv been looking for work for over 5 months now

[@SkillTree]

@bretlemieux2489 yeah, it is rough out there. What kinda work and where? I know lots of people and can keep my ear to the ground if you like.

[@taxsylrc1598]

There is few things I want more than to go to this LARP! It sounds so exciting!!

[@paulangelo1974]

Yes, I was standing by waiting... Is that sad or motivating?

[@SkillTree]

Motivating for ME for sure! Hope you enjoy!

[@shaunhall960]

I've just started following you because I thought this channel was about making leather goods and such. I had no idea about LARP until I saw one of your videos about it. Now seeing this has made me very interested in getting into it. I'm going to use my creative skills and really get into this hobby, if hobby is the right word for it?

[@GeorgeVCohea-dw7ou]

Hobby is a fine word for it but truly doesn't wholly capture the essence. English is full of specific and fitting words, but I have no clue what the word is for this but know it's out there somewhere. Also, don't forget, it's that time of year again. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4GnlIh9rMurl80 It is, what it is!

[@SkillTree]

If you have ANY interest I recommend you give it a shot. Get lost in a fantasy world, try being a hero or a villain, make life a story. It is honestly toe most fun I have ever had😁

[@shaunhall960]

@@SkillTree Thank you. I will. I think I've found my new passion.

[@Don-Scrima]

For now, I can’t afford the essentials for any LARP, but I’m enjoying the idea and looking forward to more LARP stories from you guys.

[@irotschopf7135]

Maybe try searching for a larp group in your area. There are some bigger groups that already have a selection of items, which they can lend to newcomers, so the entry cost isn't all that high. But yes, larping isn't cheap. Then again, it's also a chance to learn new things, make your own clothes, learn how to do embroidery yourself, work with fabric, leather, maybe even metal. It's a great opportunity to learn new skills.

[@Don-Scrima]

@@irotschopf7135 Oh yeah, I’m actually practicing those skills, but I’m not very good yet.

[@tkeeling2]

This event reminds me a LOT of Pennsic! So cool!!

[@theexchipmunk]

Its in concept actually quiet diferent from Pennsic. The CoM is a Player versus NPC con, where the Players come together to plot and fight against the "armys of evil". Pennesic is more like Drachenfest, where multiple camps of Players fight in differnt ways for victory against each other.

[@tkeeling2]

I guess what I should have said is that the overall vibe reminds me of Pennsic, which I've been attending since 2001. 🙂 Pennsic, and the SCA more generally, isn't considered a LARP. I'm seriously considering going to this event though, despite the fact that I don't speak a lick of German. 😆

[@theexchipmunk]

@@tkeeling2 I would really like to know why Pennsic isn´t considered a Larp? And just go there. Speaking German is not mandatory, all the imprtant stuff is in english too and most Germans can comunicate in a reasonable english. There is also a lot of foreign groups from all over the world there, so there very likely is one from where you are.

[@tkeeling2]

@@theexchipmunk It's just, not. It's considered more historical reenactment, with anachronism allowed (glasses for those who wear them, for example). Now, lots of people *do* consider the SCA to be a LARP, but most folks in the SCA will fight you on that. Pennsic is an unusual SCA event, that doesn't require a membership in the SCA to attend.

[@theexchipmunk]

@@tkeeling2 Well, they might not like it, but by definition they are not reenactment and are Larp. They lack the point of reenactment, that is, depicting a time as acurately as possible, mostly doing so by recreating actual events. And they show all the marks of being Larp, namely playing roles and making up completly new storys and not being focussed on the accurate depiction of a historical time. Pennesic is more on the fantastical end of the sub gerne called historical larp. There might be overlap with reenactment, but the core focus is role playing.

[@danieltaylor5231]

If you still haven't fixed your hot beverage cup problem, have you thought about getting an inexpensive handless travel mug and then put a thin wood veneer on the outside of it? So it has a wooden outside but inside that can take hot beverages.

[@blaisetheginger]

I'd say to just use a food-grade epoxy instead of beeswax to seal the inside, but that's a great idea!

[@SkillTree]

I will give this a try for sure😁

[@traumbetreuer8320]

Love to see u there, lets meet for a drink!

[@Hazama27]

When I was a kid, LARP was that nerdy thing no self-respecting cool kid ever wanted to get near. As an adult, I realize how utterly foolish we children were and now would love to try it.

[@RosieCrumb]

Some hours before the orcs beated up the gangs I delivered the message from a spy to some gang boss that they will be an attack. At least they knew what was coming 😅

[@matthhood]

Holy potatos! I hope i'll see you guys at either the town or the field! I'll treat you to some mead then! ;3

[@SkillTree]

YES! If you see us, make sure you come say hi!

[@rigovanrompaey9142]

Multiple time participant at CoM here, long time Skill Tree viewer Keep up the excellent work with the channel Looking forward to seeing you there First round's on me 😉

[@SkillTree]

I will hold you to that! And promise that the second round is on ME😁

[@valholla100]

i wish both these were here in north america, but ya very excited to try this, i know drachenfest us is trying, but totally with wed embrace both

[@DrachenGothik666]

There are LARPs all over the country. I suggest Googling "LARP near (insert location)" to see what's around you. California, Texas, Tennessee, & Washington all have large LARP groups, for example (CA has multiple LARPS). Not all of them are fantasy oriented, either. One in Olympia, WA is Star Wars themed. There are Vampire LARPs, CyberPunk, SteamPunk, Call of Cthulhu styled LARPS & Post Apocalyptic LARP games.

[@himonightbreeze]

TAKE ME WITH YOU!

[@Kombo4196]

So i just need to get dressed and sign up? sounds good

[@mitchelltravis1187]

Having only learned the setting today, it is both awesome & kindof a bummer how close the world setting is to my game lol

[@SkillTree]

It sounds like you would have a super leg up! Should try it out and see how it stacks up in your mind. If nothing else it will give you some fun ideas to play with in your world.

[@mitchelltravis1187]

If I ever find a way to reconcile the Time off & Costs I definitely will!

[@artor9175]

I want to know where that black sweater came from!

[@SkillTree]

Here is my amazon associate link for it 😁. amzn.to/3I1kS6R

[@Papiwi]

where can i find Bill Videos?

[@GaryHeinstrom-qi1rq]

Awe its Beol. Hi! :D

[@markberlanga6375]

so how would this compare with say pennsic ?

[@Drakonaut]

It would've been interesting going up to the orcs with one of my special orc characters that was "short-lived" called a Tuskar Orc [their tusks developed thick like elephant but closer to a boar. Lighter color too]. I'd love to see the interaction. Wish I could go.

[@OdokuroYT]

This makes me want to experience this… can’t be worse than HEMA type fighting or civil war reenactments

[@stephanhollmann6546]

Conquest ... yeah ... definitly an one time experience. I've been there from 04 to 14, the later half in the city as one of the founders of the "official mages guild". It is shockingly big and pretty well organized. But to call it larp is imo a bit confusing. It is that much a larp as a music festival is a concert. At a concert you know what you're getting and at a festival sure is music, but don't expect to like every band and there are drunk people every few meters.

[@MasterMafiaDK]

I didnt want to watch this since i know i wont be participating and its not what i come here for but this has me so hyped for what could happen at a larp

[@Alexklusiv1]

You need to Go to the Drachenfest. Larper visit at First the Drachenfest and then Go to the Mythodea . 2 Weeks LARP 👍😁

[@Scampcam]

awh the contest isn't elligable for UK residents. oh well, it overruns with my august larp; so i wouldn't be able to go anyway

[@SkillTree]

Yeah, so sorry! It is a legality thing. Next time for sure!

[@hydewhyte4364]

A low key episode? Or a Loki episode?

[@SkillTree]

Why not both?

[@OddNinaGaming]

Yeah conquest is nice, but have you heared of epic empires? 😮‍💨😏

[@piotrmateusz823]

Do a battle horn!

[@SkillTree]

I did! It is one of my older videos, but it works great! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmGrhmimmqtperc

[@piotrmateusz823]

@@SkillTree thanks for linking the video, it's great!

[@SanguineSelian]

Well now I want to go! Lol

[@SkillTree]

You could always compete in Level Up Larp. Could be sent for free😁

[@der.brauni]

The world is a small place, i watched Skilltree now for quiet a while... and Mythodea is about 30 Minutes from where i live.

[@Rolfur.Vargson]

So where are you from - because it's same for me. I'm watching skill tree for awhile now, too. And living 35 km in the north of Brokeloh.

[@donaldmcdaniel1773]

👍👍👍👍

[@stevenkeithley4336]

👊😎🤙🍻🎄🎉

[@longshot9757]

Interesting choice of thumbnail...trying new stuff out?

[@SkillTree]

If I am being honest, there was like an hour before the video posted and I still didn't have one🤣. It was the fastest thing I could come up with.

[@longshot9757]

Even in adulthood, we never escape homework...

[@athelonus]

I love your videos but your volume is always extremely low.

[@SkillTree]

Boo. I wonder if it is a headphone issue while I am editing. It sounds good before I actually upload it to youtube

[@paulangelo1974]

First!

[@RazorbackX99]

Conquest and Drachenfest are big, nice 'n all... but if you seek true quality: Epic Empires The 3rd largest LARP event in Germany, but the visually most pleasing by a huge margin.

[@jeffsadon552]

This looks dangerous someone is going to loose an eye or a hand

[@theexchipmunk]

How does it look dangerous? This has going on for over a decade now and injucries that are not sprained ankles or broken feet because of sombody stepping wrong are very rare.

[@Deadmangafan]

All weapons are made of foam, as to not injure anyone beyond a few bruises.

[@jeffsadon552]

@@theexchipmunk I watched the video and it looks dangerous

[@beckymurphy4714]

It's staged combat with safe weapons. No actual edges. Bumps and bruises are the most common injuries.

[@SkillTree]

At least you know, if you DO lose a hand, it will not go to waste. A lucky orc will have a brand new drumstick!

[@orenmontgomery8250]

First?

[@SkillTree]

SO close

[@beardedgremlin8117]

First

[@theexchipmunk]

As one of the Undead Klerics I cannot wait to see you poeple on CoM and "tell" you about our faith. ;)

[@SkillTree]

Oh? Will you tell me the good word over tea or does this dictation require a more..... sharp presentation?

[@theexchipmunk]

@@SkillTree Nah, its just going to cost you an arm and a leg. ;) But don´t worry, they will be put to good use. We allways need fresh bodys after all.