Magna Carta, a Nordic-style immersive historical LARP
Step into the year 1215…
Rebellion is rising. Alliances are fracturing. And the fate of a kingdom is not yet written. Costumers of Color is collaborating with Cascadia Rising to bring you Magna Carta: Robin & John, a Nordic-style immersive live action role playing (LARP) game where YOU help decide whether England falls to chaos… or changes history forever.
⚔️ Play a baron, outlaw, clergy, or crown
🕯️ Navigate power, betrayal, loyalty, and love
📜 Shape the story through your choices
📍 Camlann Medieval Village (near Seattle)
📅 October 16–18, 2026
This is not about winning.
This is about feeling something real.
Join us!
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We have set this immersive, inclusive experience in the turbulent world of 1215, where rebellion simmers, alliances fracture, and the future of the realm hangs in the balance. Magna Carta: Robin & John is an immersive Nordic-style LARP that intertwines myth, legend, romance, and history, centered on the political upheaval that pushed England to the brink of transformation.
Players embody roles drawn from historical figures and legendary archetypes: Barons pressing their demands, church leaders weighing excommunication, outlaws stirring unrest, and a king fighting to maintain his crown. As factions negotiate, betray, and unite, participants collaboratively decide whether peace, revolt, or an unsteady compromise, perhaps even the signing of the Magna Carta, will shape the world they inhabit.
Designed for emotional depth, collective creativity, and character-driven intrigue, this LARP blends medieval aesthetics with modern LARPing principles: consent-based play, transparent mechanics, standard safety protocols, and an emphasis on narrative exploration and collaborative storytelling over “winning”. Although most of the events in our LARP really happened, we have altered timelines and characters to create more interesting gameplay. This is not a living history aspiring LARP.
Costumes are not provided. In need of a costume? We have provided some inspiration for those who want to sew or purchase clothing for the game here. There is also a rental program available: this will include a full garment, hat, and belt, for $25/day.
Practical Information
- Venue: Camlann Medieval Village – 60 minutes from Seattle
- Hotel: Redmond Inn in Redmond, WA – 30 minutes from Seattle
- Schedule: October 16, 2026 (9am PST) – October 18, 2026 (12pm PST)
- Probable Weather: 59F high, 43F low. 47% chance of rain.
What’s Included
- 3 days of game play
- 3 nights of lodging (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) if you choose a hotel option
- Transportation between the hotel and the venue
- All meals, including a medieval feast on Saturday night in Camlann’s beautiful banquet hall
- A unique character and relations
- A living and intriguing story
- Supporting cast
- Standard safety protocols and conduct policies
- Calibration, Emotional Safety, and Consequences
- Discord server coordination and player chat
- Pinterest mood boards and more
What to Expect
This LARP game is set in 1215 England. You may experience one or many of different themes that we have written into the game:
- Human Connection & Emotion: Love, Friendship, Loneliness, Loss & Grief, and Forgiveness
- Personal Growth & Conflict: Coming of Age, Identity & Self-Discovery, Courage & Heroism, Redemption, Betrayal, and Self-Destruction
- Societal & Moral Issues: Good vs. Evil, Power & Corruption, Freedom & Oppression, Prejudice & Inequality, Individual vs. Society, and War
- Philosophical & Existential: Fate vs Free Will, Mortality & Life, Change vs. Tradition, Appearance vs. Reality, and the Nature of Memory
Click here for A DEEP DIVE into game framework.
What’s Next
After you purchase your ticket, you will receive a series of emails with questionnaires: one for practical details like lodging and food requirements, one for player flagging and safety, and one for your character preferences – this will help us to determine which of the above themes you’d like to explore. We’ll also include more practical information, like transportation options and costuming suggestions, along with an invite to our Discord server so that you can connect with other players and keep in touch with us.
After we crunch the numbers, you will receive your roommate assignments and have a chance to respond if you’d like to change. You’ll also receive a preliminary list of 3 characters, depending on your character survey answers. We’ll ask you to send back your first, second, and third choices for characters. We’ll make every attempt to match people with the characters that they want.
Each character sheet will come with a full description of their situation, goals that they may have for the game, and specific relationships with other characters, along with costuming suggestions particular to the character. Depending on availability, you will have a chance to change your character for a limited time.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Nordic LARP? – Nordic LARP is a style of live-action role-playing (LARP) from the Nordic countries emphasizing collaborative storytelling, intense emotional experiences, and artistic expression, often tackling complex themes like identity, politics, and social issues through immersive, character-focused play rather than competitive games with strict rules or combat. It’s more like improvised theater or a shared, introspective journey than a typical game, with players exploring their characters deeply, even experiencing “bleed” where emotions carry over after the event from small, intimate gatherings to large-scale productions. (from Cascadia Rising)
2. I don’t know anything about the Middle Ages. Can I still play? A: YES! You will receive all of the information that you need to have a fantastic adventure. You don’t need to be a scholar or even vaguely aware of the timeline. We’ll make sure that you don’t drown in historical details.
3. I’m not a costumer. How can I come up with a costume? A: If you’re not into creating a costume, we are fine if you buy it off the internet. We don’t even care if you dropped $25 on a polyester costume from Temu. We will give you guidelines for basic costuming that are straight-forward and simple to follow. If you want to go all-out and handsew your costume, that’s wonderful too – but no one will judge you on your seams, we promise! All we ask is that you follow the guidelines. Please don’t come in Henry VIII 16th century garb or RenFaire finest. No elf ears.
4. What if I hate the 3 character choices I’ve been given? A: You will have a chance to switch it up with available characters. The closer we get to game time, the fewer characters will be available, so please contact us ASAP if you want to change.
5. If I need to cancel, will I get a refund? A: The $200 deposit is non-refundable. This is because we need to ensure that we meet our contractual obligations with the venue, the hotel, insurance, transportation, etc. We will be able to refund monthly payments beyond the refund, but please keep in mind that we will need to sell your ticket to someone else, so any refunds may take several months. If WE need to cancel for any reason, you will of course receive a full refund.
6. What are the safety protocols? A: See the Safety, Orientation, & Behavioral Expectations section at the very bottom of this webpage for a summary and the full Player Guide for details.
More Info
Please feel free to email info@cascadiarising.net with questions!
🔗 Learn more about our partner + tickets: https://cascadiarising.net/magna-carta-2026
A note on conduct:
We will not tolerate unacceptable behaviors from event participants in any form. Engaging in unacceptable behaviors at our event may result in removal from or denial of access to the event and our social media spaces without a refund of any fees.
Inspiration Gallery
Safety, Orientation, & Behavioral Expectations
Magna Carta: Robin & John is designed as an emotionally immersive Nordic-style LARP, and player safety is an integrated part of the game design. Detailed safety protocols, accessibility information, and behavioral expectations are outlined in the Player Guide and will continue to evolve as planning develops.
Our current safety framework includes:
- A player flagging process prior to the event
- Pre-game workshops covering consent, calibration, and safety mechanics
- Clear opt-in standards for physical roleplay, combat, and romance
- Designated quiet/decompression spaces throughout the event
- Post-game debrief workshops to support emotional transition out of character
Historical racism, ableism, sexism, and other forms of real-world oppression are not part of gameplay and are not permitted in-character or out-of-character. While themes of historical hierarchy, power, and gender roles may appear in the narrative, we are committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive play environment.
Foam-safe LARP weapons and staged combat roleplay may be used in limited contexts. Real steel weapons will not be allowed. All physical conflict is consent-based, calibrated, and governed by established safety mechanics. We will be using modern LARP safety and consent tools, including scene calibration mechanics and player check-ins. Full details will be provided before the event and reviewed during Friday orientation workshops.
Accessibility information for Camlann Medieval Village, including terrain and mobility considerations, is included in the Player Guide. We encourage players with accessibility questions or accommodation needs to contact organizers directly before ticket purchase.
During the event, players will have access to organizers and support staff if concerns arise. Additional information regarding insurance coverage, medical response planning, and event operations will be shared as logistics are finalized. We want this game to be emotionally meaningful, immersive, and memorable while ensuring players feel supported, respected, and safe throughout the experience.
Costumers of Color 