How to Create a Character

Creating a character in Volaire is the first step in bringing your story to life. Whether you're new to LARP or a veteran worldwalker, this guide will walk you through the process from idea to execution.

Flip through the Races of Volaire to find one that suits your concept.

Some races are:

• Open — Available to all players.
• Limited — Restricted to a small number of active characters.
• Restricted — Require approval by the Race Marshal and are not available to new players.

Each race includes its own:

• Advantages and disadvantages
• Costuming requirements
• Roleplay expectations

Your class defines what your character does in the world of Volaire.

Options include:

• Fighter
• Rogue
• BattleMage
• Mage
• Restricted Classes: Knight, Ranger

Classes determine:

• Armor and weapon access
• Available skills
• XP costs for growth

See Character Classes for full descriptions.

All characters start at Level 5, which gives 500 XP to spend on:

• Skills
• Spell slots
• Class abilities
• Proficiencies

You will build your character sheet at check-in with a staff member during your first event.

We strongly encourage all players to submit a character history by their third event.

• No strict format – but more detail = better plot integration.
• Submit via a support ticket before your third game.
• Outstanding backstories may receive small in-game rewards!

Backstory Restrictions:

• ❌ No royalty, liches, vampires, or “all-powerful” anything
• ✅ Creative origins are encouraged (e.g., “raised by a frog-obsessed necromancer”)

Bring everything you need to play:

• Costuming that fits the medieval high-fantasy tone
• Weapons (or borrow them at first)
• Spell packets if you're a caster
• Makeup if your race requires it
• Both a white and orange headband

For more detail, see the What to Bring page.

At your first event:

• Check in with a Game Manager
• Pay for the event and submit ID & waivers
• Build your character sheet with staff
• Attend Opening Ceremonies and New Player Orientation

• You may adjust your character freely until the end of your first event.
• After your fourth event, certain physreps become mandatory (armor, spellbook, lab, etc.)
• Reach out via a support ticket if you need help at any time.

Welcome to Volaire — your legend begins here.