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Your Adventure Begins

Getting Started with Menhirs Fate

Whether you've never heard of LARP or you're a seasoned adventurer looking for a new home, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know!

Welcome to Haven! You couldn't have arrived at a better time, Elandra needs you.

This guide is your personal roadmap from "what on earth is LARP?" all the way to stepping onto the field, sword in hand (or ledger under your arm, there's more than one way to play!). Each phase covers a key part of the journey and you can work through them at your own pace.

Your Journey

1

Welcome to LARP

Discover what Live Action Role Playing is and why it's one of the best hobbies going.
2

Discover Menhirs Fate

Learn what makes our game special, meet the world of Elandra and understand what to expect.
3

Choose Your Nation

Browse the nine nations and find the one that calls to you.
4

Create Your Character

Build your first character from archetypes, skills and how to spend your starting XP.
5

Look the Part

Costume guidance, budget-friendly tips, and your nation's Look and Feel.
6

Book Your Adventure

Secure your ticket, consider tent rental and grab any discounts going.
7

Join the Community

Meet your fellow adventurers on Discord and Facebook before the event.
8

Pack Your Bags

The packing checklist - everything you need and what you can leave behind.
9

Your First Day

What happens when you arrive, how the game begins and where to go for help.
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Finding Your Fun

Guilds, combat, and discovering the playstyle that's right for you.

Not Sure Where to Start?

If you're completely new to LARP, start at Phase 1 and work your way through. Each phase builds on the last, so by the time you reach the end you'll be ready for anything Haven can throw at you!

Already know the basics and just need the Menhirs Fate specifics? Jump straight to Phase 2: Discover Menhirs Fate or Phase 3: Choose Your Nation.

Remember: There's no time limit and no test at the end. This guide is here whenever you need it bookmark it, share it with friends, and come back as often as you like!

Quick Links

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Rules Overview

The full rules of Menhirs Fate.

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Skills & XP

Every skill in the game and what it costs.

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The Guilds

Adventurers, Daggers, Bankers, and Treasure Hunters.

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Camping Info

Practical details for your stay on the field.

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-<div class="gs-hero-subtitle">Whether you've never heard of LARP or you're a seasoned adventurer looking for a new home, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know — one step at a time.</div>
+<div class="gs-hero-subtitle">Whether you've never heard of LARP or you're a seasoned adventurer looking for a new home, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know!</div>
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-Welcome to Menhirs Fate! We're thrilled you're here.
+Welcome to Haven! You couldn't have arrived at a better time, Elandra needs you.
-This guide is your personal roadmap from "what on earth is LARP?" all the way to stepping onto the field, sword in hand (or spell on your lips, or ledger under your arm — there's more than one way to play). Each phase covers a key part of the journey, and you can work through them at your own pace.
+This guide is your personal roadmap from "what on earth is LARP?" all the way to stepping onto the field, sword in hand (or ledger under your arm, there's more than one way to play!). Each phase covers a key part of the journey and you can work through them at your own pace.
-No rush. No pressure. Just one step at a time.
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 == Not Sure Where to Start? ==
-If you're completely new to LARP, start at '''[[Getting Started/Welcome to LARP|Phase 1]]''' and work your way through. Each phase builds on the last, so by the time you reach the end you'll be ready for anything Haven can throw at you.
+If you're completely new to LARP, start at '''[[Getting Started/Welcome to LARP|Phase 1]]''' and work your way through. Each phase builds on the last, so by the time you reach the end you'll be ready for anything Haven can throw at you!
 Already know the basics and just need the Menhirs Fate specifics? Jump straight to '''[[Getting Started/Discover Menhirs Fate|Phase 2: Discover Menhirs Fate]]''' or '''[[Getting Started/Choose Your Nation|Phase 3: Choose Your Nation]]'''.
-{{GettingStartedTip|label=Remember|text=There's no time limit and no test at the end. This guide is here whenever you need it — bookmark it, share it with friends, and come back as often as you like.}}
+{{GettingStartedTip|label=Remember|text=There's no time limit and no test at the end. This guide is here whenever you need it bookmark it, share it with friends, and come back as often as you like!}}
 == Quick Links ==