LARP stands for Live Action Roleplay. Originally intended for use for Roleplaying games that are played outside with other people, pretending to be their characters.
Can be used as a metaphor for people pretending to be something they are not, especially online. Examples are Wehraboos, people obsessed with the Wehrmacht, or Crusade-memers.
Can be used as a metaphor for people pretending to be something they are not, especially online. Examples are Wehraboos, people obsessed with the Wehrmacht, or Crusade-memers.
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Get the larping mug.To be in an unsober state of mind, and walk aimlessly looking to interact with any and every person in sight. To lose track of the friends you were originally with and find new ones.
"we've had a few beers tonight, have you seen skyler? nope not for a while, hes out larking, probably wont show up for a while, if ever."
by johnono September 19, 2011
Get the larking mug.LARPing is short for "Live Action Role-Playing". A live action role-playing game is a form of role-playing game where the participants physically act out their characters' actions. The players pursue their characters' goals within a fictional setting represented by the real world, while interacting with one another in character. The outcome of player actions may be mediated by game rules, or determined by consensus between players.
The first LARPs were run in the late 1970s, inspired by role-playing games and genre fiction. The activity gained international popularity during the 1980s, and has diversified into wide variety of styles. Play may be very game-like, or may be more concerned with dramatic or artistic expression. The fictional genres used vary greatly, from realistic modern or historical settings to fantastic or futuristic eras. Production values are sometimes minimal, but can involve elaborate venues and costumes. LARPs range in size from small private events lasting a few hours to huge public events with thousands of players lasting for several days.
The first LARPs were run in the late 1970s, inspired by role-playing games and genre fiction. The activity gained international popularity during the 1980s, and has diversified into wide variety of styles. Play may be very game-like, or may be more concerned with dramatic or artistic expression. The fictional genres used vary greatly, from realistic modern or historical settings to fantastic or futuristic eras. Production values are sometimes minimal, but can involve elaborate venues and costumes. LARPs range in size from small private events lasting a few hours to huge public events with thousands of players lasting for several days.
"I got a ton of exercise last weekend larping. It sure is more fun that sitting around playing videogames all day."
by C. Don Wilson February 13, 2009
Get the LARPing mug.To do nothing of any real interest, usually at home or at a mates house. Does not require the consumption of beer, but it helps.
John: What you up to Ste?
Ste: I'm just larding, what you up to?
John: Just larding on the internet dude.
Ste: I'm just larding, what you up to?
John: Just larding on the internet dude.
by Zymotik May 31, 2007
Get the Larding mug.A guy who embarrasses himself by wearing a cape or other costumes to school and using metaphoric language in an attempt to impress people.
Guy#1: "Oh great, "LARPing Leonard" decided to wear his cape again..."
Guy#2: "Why is he standing in the middle of the ring? and what is he screaming?"
LARPing Leonard "Do you want a Day of War, or A DAY OF RECKONING?!"
Guy #1 "........let's go home"
Guy#2: "Why is he standing in the middle of the ring? and what is he screaming?"
LARPing Leonard "Do you want a Day of War, or A DAY OF RECKONING?!"
Guy #1 "........let's go home"
by DiskoStikk June 22, 2009
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