Earlier this month, Turku, Finland hosted the international larp festival, Immersion, where attendees could take part in three larps out of a program of 21. Different from typical boffer larps where combat is central, Nordic larps emphasize collaborative gameplay and exploring human experiences. Seaside Prison, one of the larps played, allowed players to experience life in an alternate reality under siege in Gaza. The larp was preceded by a workshop and required players to embody different characters, navigating relationships and tragic events. Despite its intense and dour reputation, Nordic larps like Seaside Prison offer a unique and immersive storytelling experience.
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