Setting The Stage For Your Live Action RPG

Introduction

There are a lot of elements that go into a successful LARP: well-crafted plots, intriguing characters, exciting NPCs. But one aspect that's often overlooked is the one of ambiance - atmosphere, for those of you who prefer plain language.

Suppose you're running a Cthulhu Live game set in a mysterious abandoned manor house. Which setting is going to get your players in the mood? A brightly lit cafeteria at the Booster's Club, or a cold and gloomy room with boarded over windows and strange noises emanating from the walls? Set the right ambiance, and you're halfway to a successful game.

Ambiance doesn't have to be expensive, nor does it have to be all-consuming. There are several ways in which a game-master - and the players - can ratchet up the atmosphere in a game. Those can be broken down into lighting, sound f/x, set dressing, props and costuming. Let's go over them one at a time...

Ear Force X12 Headset Review - The Ultimate Audio Experience

The Ear Force X12 Xbox and PC gaming headset by Turtle Beach is a great set of headphones for almost anyone. Are you looking to replace your old Xbox headset? Maybe you're a PC guy and looking for a good set of PC headphones? Did you get angry and throw your old headset into a wall and break it? Trust me... I've been there. Either way, the X12 is the definitive headset for all gamers alike, looking for stunning sound and amazing comfort. You will find numerous Turtle Beach headsets out there, almost certain in finding one that suits your specific needs. I'll try and provide you with enough information so you can decide on whether or not the Ear Force X12 is what you're looking for.

Is Turtle Beach Your Gaming Headset Solution?

One of the major things I find interesting about the X12 headset is that it's quite cost effective. You're getting a lot of bang for your buck as most run right around 50 bucks. There are a lot of features included that really make this set worth the money.