des@druxh.UUCP (Salyer) (06/07/84)
The I.F.G.S (International Fantasy Gaming Society) is a group of about 400 people dedicated to the idea that as long as the players are having a good time (safely), we can throw almost anything at them. The "Games" last anywhere from one-half day mini-games to two-and-a-half day weekend games. The games consist of a "world" built by the Game Designer (GD), and a situation where Player-Characters (PC's) are some-how 'thrown into'. The PC's usually have a goal to achieve, and in the process, meet various Non-Player Characters (NPC's) and monsters such as: a sphinx, Kion Lord of Death, a magic stealer, the Gorge of Despair, and the evil sorcerer Count Iblis the Unfathomable. Everyone is welcome to play, (personally I think an NPC role is best for a new player) and the rule book is ~ 60 pages and stresses safety above all. The combat system stresses safety and uses foam "weapons" that are tested before being allowed in a game. Spells and arrow attacks are simulated, but the system works well and affords a good time for every- one. The games have been getting more and more sophisticated, with better special effects (paid for by the budget, contributions, and most of all by the player fees - usually from $15 - $35). The Players gain experience for their character based upon how well they role-played. NPC's gain experience also and have the opportunity to play the role once for each team (usually 4 - 8 teams per game). It's a lot of fun for all involved - and gaining more members all the time. Some people come from as far away as Illinois and South Dakota for a weekend game. Our goal is to have groups based all around the country - chapters of the IFGS, Inc. That's a big goal but looking at the progress we've made in the last 2 years - I think it's possible. For a good background to our goals - read the book "Dream Park" by Larry Niven and Steven Barnes. It's a great story and shows what could be possible if we all work together for our "dream". For Information Call: Gary (303) 665-5296 (8am - 2pm MST) Mon - Fri. I.F.G.S Public Relations The Dream - No the Reality ... of IFGS ... Live it! Real (??) Life: Dale Salyer Fantasy (??) : Brandon the Cleric, or Stile the Blue Adept or Red-Eye the Cylon. UUCP-Mail : druxh!des USnail : AT&T Info Systems Denver, CO 80234