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A warm, wickedly theatrical dish in honor of a one-of-a-kind performer Tim Curry died on August 25, 2026, at age 80, leaving behind an extraordinary collection of unforgettable characters—from Dr. Frank-N-Furter and Wadsworth to Pennywise, Darkness, and Long John Silver. This recipe is meant as a playful tribute: British-inspired curry, theatrical excess, a little sweetness, a little menace, and just enough heat to make dinner interesting. Serves: 4–6Prep: 20 minutes Cook: a

You Do Not Need an Expensive Costume Players should not feel that they must spend hundreds of dollars to participate. A very simple Victorian men's outfit might consist of: Dark trousers + white shirt + waistcoat + cravat + boots. A simple women's outfit might consist of: Long skirt + blouse + fitted jacket or shawl + boots. From there, accessories can gradually build the character. A pocket watch can suggest wealth. A battered notebook can suggest a journalist. Gloves and a

More specific to Vampire Clan's ideas and advice. Clan Fashion There is no official Clan uniform. Kindred are individuals, and members of the same Clan may dress very differently. However, Clan culture can provide excellent inspiration. Ventrue — The Lords of the Night A Ventrue normally understands that appearance is part of authority. Victorian London is filled with aristocrats, bankers, industrialists, military officers, politicians, and businessmen—all excellent identiti

A Player’s Guide to Clothing, Class, and Clan Style The Albion Victorian LARP begins in London in 1837, at the dawn of Queen Victoria’s reign. The city is a place of enormous contrasts: royal palaces and gentlemen’s clubs stand only streets away from crowded markets, factories, taverns, docks, and some of the poorest neighborhoods in Europe. For the Kindred of London, clothing is more than fashion—it can reveal wealth, social position, profession, allegiance, and sometimes ev

The Five Women of Chichester Survivors of the Sussex Manor — Autumn, 1068 AD When Hati, Bastian, and Æthelflæd departed the captured manor in Sussex, they did not leave alone. Five Anglo-Saxon women were brought out of the house alive. All were descendants of families long established around Chichester, and all had suffered under the violence and upheaval that followed the Norman conquest of Sussex. Four had been treated as property by the former ghouls Hugh de Vassy and Mart

Are you ready to step into a world where history and the supernatural collide? After the Sun Sets Games invites all members to join the thrilling Dark Ages Vampire: The Masquerade LARP at QuestCon 2026 in Orlando, Florida. This event promises an unforgettable experience filled with political intrigue, ancient mysteries, and the eternal struggle for power beneath the shadows of medieval England. If you plan to attend, don’t forget to use the coupon code CRAFTYGAMERSHOP at chec

When the call to adventure echoes through your soul, nothing stands between you and your next epic quest like the perfect costume. The right gear transforms you from mere mortal to legendary hero or shadowy villain. But where do you find these treasures? The answer lies in the vast realm of online stores for LARP costumes. I’ve scoured the digital landscape to bring you the best places to gear up, whether you crave dark fantasy, historical intrigue, or something wildly unique

For Conquest of Albion LARP — 1068 AD It is the year 1068 AD, and England has been conquered—but the war for the night is far from over. William of Normandy has taken the English crown; Norman castles are rising across the countryside; Saxon resistance still burns; and new lords are dividing conquered lands among themselves. Beneath this mortal struggle exists an older and far more dangerous society: the Kindred, immortal predators who have ruled, hunted, schemed, and fought

This is for the Conquest of Albion Orlando Based LARP. The Last Roman Shifter Manor of Chichester, 1068 AD Long before the Normans raised castles across Sussex, before Saxon kings ruled the southern coast, and before Londinium grew into the great city of London, three ancient Shifter families held estates in the lands surrounding Chichester. Their history was never written openly in the records of kings or bishops. Among the supernatural peoples of Avalon, however, they were

A Chronicle of the Kindred of London, recorded in the Archives beneath the Temple of Mithras, 1068 A.D. For nearly a thousand years, the Kindred of Britannia had endured every invasion that mortal history could summon. Romans, Saxons, Angles, Jutes, Danes, and Norsemen all sought dominion over the Isles. Mortal kings rose and fell with astonishing speed, yet beneath the earth, within forgotten temples and hidden halls, the eternal rulers of the night endured. When the Vikings

An Official History of the Kindred of London Maintained within the Archives of the Temple of Mithras beneath Londinium. Few among the Kindred can claim to know the truth of the earliest nights of Roman Britain. Mortal histories speak only of emperors, governors, and conquering legions, yet beneath those chronicles another history was written in blood—a history preserved only within the Temple of Mithras and passed from Prince to Prince for nearly a thousand years. When the Ro

The Wolves of Glasgow A New Beginning on the Banks of the Clyde – Autumn, 1068 A.D. Conquest of Albion LARP Setting Where the River Clyde bends through thick forests and rolling meadows, there stands no great city—not yet. There are no towering stone keeps, no bustling marketplaces, and no miles of paved Roman streets. Instead, there is only a humble settlement gathered around the ancient holy ground of Saint Kentigern, better remembered by the people as Saint Mungo. A handfu

Few fortifications in England stand as boldly as the newly raised Warwick Castle, a mighty Norman fortress overlooking the gentle waters of the River Avon. Commissioned by William of Normandy in the first months following his conquest of England, the castle serves as both a symbol of Norman authority and an unyielding reminder that the old Saxon kingdoms now kneel before a foreign crown. Though future centuries may see its wooden walls replaced with towering stone, in the sum

August 2026

Eventide of Albion: The Last Court of Avalon Dragon Con 2026 • September 4–6, 2026 Presented by After the Sun Sets Games For eight unforgettable years, Eventide of Albion has brought the World of Darkness to life through the history and legends of an alternate Tudor England. Friendships were forged, kingdoms were built, enemies became legends, and countless stories shaped the fate of Avalon. Now, that story reaches its final chapter. Join us during Dragon Con 2026 for three n

Though Norman banners now fly above Oxford's walls and French has become the language of the city's new lords, the heart of Oxford still beats with a Saxon rhythm once the sun begins to set. The city's taverns remain places where laborers, merchants, travelers, craftsmen, and soldiers gather beneath smoke-darkened rafters to drink ale, exchange rumors, and forget—if only for a few hours—that England has changed hands. Most taverns are humble timber buildings with packed earth

"Knowledge is a flame best tended with patience, for even the smallest candle may one day illuminate a kingdom." — Bishop Elias Logi Long before Oxford became known as a place where scholars from distant lands gathered to debate the mysteries of God, kings, and the heavens, there stood a single modest hall dedicated to the pursuit of learning. Established in 1040 A.D., during the reign of King Harthacnut's successors, the First School of Oxford was founded by members of the C

Late Summer, 1068 A.D. In the uncertain nights following the Norman Conquest, the Kindred of Avalon have long lacked one thing that every domain eventually requires: a place where the sword may rest in its scabbard, old rivalries are set aside, and words carry greater weight than steel. That place now stands in the heart of England. In the closing days of May in the Year of Our Lord 1068, the Dering Manor was declared the first official Elysium recognized for all Kindred dwel

In-Game Date: Two Days After the Events of June, 1068 A.D. Posted for the Citizens of Albion An NPC Tells a Tale at the Oxtail Tavern Two nights after the recent events that unfolded during our July 18, 2026, game session (late June, 1068 A.D. in-game), travelers passing through Oxford found an unusual crowd gathered inside the Oxtail Tavern. A Norman city guard, known more for his reliability than his imagination, had spent the evening nursing a mug of ale while looking tho