Mystic Realms Named Finalists in 9 Categories at the 2025 American LARP Awards

We are thrilled to announce that Mystic Realms has been recognized once again by the American LARP Awards and this year, we’ve been named finalists in nine different categories! This honor celebrates not only the creativity and dedication of our community, but the collaborative magic that brings Mystic Realms to life.

These nominations reflect the wide range of talent across our player base, staff, writers, and creators. From storytelling and character work to prop-making and photography, we’re proud to see so many facets of our game represented on a national stage.

Our 2025 Finalist Nominations Include:

• Photo of the Year: Captured by Emily R., this finalist photo features Emma R. as the ever-charming innkeeper Aria Chanson, shown in our brand-new stockades (or pillory, if we’re being precise!).

• LARP Costume of the Year: Tiana N. was nominated for her spectacular portrayal of Lilith Clark, a bard whose fashion is as unforgettable as her songs! (Photo also by Emily R.)

• Best LARP Weapon (Two Finalist Entries): Scott B. brought his A-game with not one but two weapon entries—his fearsome Jersey Devil Trident and a detailed sci-fi grenade launcher.

• Prop of the Year: Scott also earned a nomination for his exceptional Jersey Devil helmet, a standout piece from our Supers universe.

• Player Character of the Year: Shawn P.’s performance as Tavin Plucker—a lively and beloved character—earned a well-deserved finalist spot.

• Best Plot/Storyline of the Year (Two Finalist Entries):

  • “The Fall of the Renegade Orcs”, written by Tori and run in March 2024.

  • “A Rip in Reality”, the Void Tear plot written by Anton K. and woven through the 2024 season.

    These nominations are a testament to the storytelling power of our Writers’ Guild and the entire NPC team who brought these narratives to life.

• Best Theatric/Vampire LARP in America:
  For the second year in a row, Mystic Realms has been recognized in this category—an incredible honor that reflects our continued commitment to immersive, theatrical experiences.

These achievements wouldn’t be possible without the passion and creativity of the entire Mystic Realms community. Whether you’ve written stories, crafted costumes, fought in the field, or cheered from the sidelines, you helped make this moment possible.

As we await the final results, we want to thank everyone who helped make Mystic Realms what it is today. Stay tuned, we’ll update you as soon as we hear the results!

Thank you for adventuring with us.

— The Mystic Realms Team