I went to the Largest LARP in North America! (Bicolline) ⚔️

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    The Duché de Bicolline is a permanent LARPing (Live Action Roleplaying) village in Quebec, Canada situated on nearly 350 acres. There are hundreds of wooden structures, tent villages, a fort, and a battlefield. Because cellphones, tablets, PCs, and the like and not allowed to be visible during events, video of the village is rare.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 879

  • @justlanchen
    @justlanchen  3 місяці тому +237

    Would you go to this event??
    Also, thank you to the subscribers who convinced me to try LARPing. Never forget 🫶

    • @dastyni13
      @dastyni13 3 місяці тому +4

      I'll think about it. ;)

    • @MNSweet
      @MNSweet 3 місяці тому +5

      Just heard of this from another channel. Can you tell me if it's family-friendly? I have a 2-year-old but I would aim for when he is 6 or older.

    • @dastyni13
      @dastyni13 3 місяці тому +8

      @@MNSweet Very family friendly! Lots of kids and babies around.

    • @MNSweet
      @MNSweet 3 місяці тому +2

      ​@dastyni13 I'm guessing by the reply in a way that you have been there already and your previous comment with the ;) you were likely in the video.

    • @GreddyS14
      @GreddyS14 3 місяці тому +4

      I WAS at that event !

  • @tomasmckenzie8351
    @tomasmckenzie8351 3 місяці тому +158

    Just a clarification youre not allowed to steal at Bico, unless its specifically somthing that has been tagged as a stealable item. Theft is still illegal and can get you kicked from the event

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  Місяць тому +36

      Yes, you’re right. You can only steal game in game items that are a part of a quest.

    • @julianwilliams9088
      @julianwilliams9088 15 годин тому

      Yeah I was thinking I wouldn’t want to go if my stuff is gonna get stolen 😂

  • @FiLtheThriL
    @FiLtheThriL Місяць тому +57

    You'd be surprised how many experienced roleplayers do not understand how simple roleplaying is. Great description of it. IT'S SO SIMPLE!

  • @MrLuchenkov
    @MrLuchenkov 3 місяці тому +278

    A little bit of background and extra information, incase people may be interested.
    Quebec's history of LARPs was heavily influenced by the French speaking LARP scenes in France and Belgium in the 70s and 80s, which was very involved in roleplaying and staying true to the theme, as opposed to the United States approach that is often oriented towards Renaissance Faires. That form of LARPing, called Grandeur Nature (or GN, literally "Nature Size" but closer to Live-Action), is focused on characters, quests, roleplaying and often feels closer to a live action roleplaying game (think a TTRPG but you're playing your character and there's several GMs and a whole organization).
    We have a lot of small GNs scattered across the province and Bicolline (Duché de Bicolline) is the largest, by far. In the past decade, Bicolline has had a bit of a rebrand, becoming both a RenFaire, a major event and a GN. It still features a lot of politics, but has become much more than its politics, guilds and missions (I'm glad you did mention "the great game", as that is indeed the core focus of Bicolline, a game of polities and guilds vying for power and domination, wealth and glory). It also used to be French only whereas today it is much more possible to get into RP in English.
    I'm glad you had a blast. I used to be a regular in the early 00s and miss it dearly. I've been meaning to go back. This was a fantastic video and a great throwback to another period in my life.
    Cheers.

    • @lazyvipurr4698
      @lazyvipurr4698 3 місяці тому

      Grandeur Nature means large nature.

    • @MrLuchenkov
      @MrLuchenkov 3 місяці тому +19

      @@lazyvipurr4698 It doesn't.
      Grandeur means height or size in this case, especially given the context of Quebec French.
      The literal translation is "Nature Size", referring to the fact that it is about "live" roleplaying, as opposed to tabletop roleplaying.
      Source: I'm a translator, based in Quebec, and have been in the scene for about 25 years now.

    • @bradyelich2745
      @bradyelich2745 3 місяці тому

      @@MrLuchenkov I have a question for you. I have seen a vid about PQ French being of the royal French from the 1400-1700's, since that is was spoken at the time when the fur traders brought the language to Canada. France's French has evolved different from PQ French. Is this true? Guy from Saskatoon wants to know.

    • @bradyelich2745
      @bradyelich2745 3 місяці тому

      Also, is it just me, is she saying anything? I can't get past those eyes and eyebrows. So many women get botoxed up and one cannot see their eyes.

    • @MrLuchenkov
      @MrLuchenkov 3 місяці тому +15

      @@bradyelich2745 In a simplified way, yes, Quebec French is closer to the French that was spoken at the court of Versailles in the 1680s-1750s (not so much for 1400-1600).
      Quebec French still uses several expressions and words that are seen as outdated and even archaic in metropolitan France. Notable examples include but are not limited to vadrouille, champlure, magasin/magasiner, char, débarrer, linge (in the context of a specific item of clothing), chaudron, breuvage, etc.
      Most importantly, Metropolitan French experienced major pronunciation changes over the course of the 19th and early 20th century while Quebec French, being isolated from France following the Conquest of 1760, didn't. It'd take a much longer post to go into all the changes, but they can be summarized thus:
      --> Metropolitan French had a gradual merging of /œ̃/ and /ɛ̃/, both are realized as [æ̃]. Quebec French didn't.
      --> Metropolitan French lost the phoneme /ɑ/, merged with /a/, both are realized as [ä]. Quebec French didn't.
      --> Metropolitan French lost the phoneme /ə/, merged with /ø/, both are realized as [ø]. Quebec French didn't.
      --> Metropolitan French lost the phoneme /ɛː/, merged with /ɛ/, both are realized as [ɛ]. Quebec French didn't.
      --> A handful of nasal vowels also ended up diverging over the centuries.
      The end result is that Quebec French and Metropolitan French pronunciations have notable differences, but are still mutually intelligible (despite what some people seem to think or say). Quebec French and Metropolitan French are as close to one another as Scots English and American English can be.

  • @d_ruggs
    @d_ruggs Місяць тому +40

    'I wish I could live like that all the time' I think this is why its getting so much more popular now. When people experience even a vague representation of preindustrial life, you feel everyday experiences become more rewarding

    • @rixxy9204
      @rixxy9204 7 днів тому

      I know a lot of people that would really enjoy living there permanently. Not for kids though!

  • @SimbaMusou
    @SimbaMusou 3 місяці тому +184

    Hello! I'm a Japanese larp player! I'd heard about Bicolline before, but I'm really happy to see it on video. It's a really elaborate event with buildings and decorations, and it's just as good as I'd heard...
    I can't speak English yet, but I'll study and do my best to go to events overseas, like in the US 🙋

    • @x-train
      @x-train 3 місяці тому +6

      That sounds amazing, I'm curious on what the LARP experience is in Japan. I hope you can make it to Bico one day.

    • @mrinfinityx7
      @mrinfinityx7 3 місяці тому +10

      This is canada, not US

    • @norrinradd8
      @norrinradd8 3 місяці тому +2

      had no idea japan did larp !! is there a particular event in japan you would recommend?

    • @grimmow187
      @grimmow187 2 місяці тому +2

      @@mrinfinityx7 same thing. its the english land for us non english speakers

    • @Wise4HarvestTime
      @Wise4HarvestTime 2 місяці тому +1

      I gather this is in Quebec Canada, so french would be more useful for this one...
      Well continuing with the video: English would be fine

  • @ArcadeMW
    @ArcadeMW 3 місяці тому +427

    Ah Hello it is me Ishmael, you met me and my brother Victor at the Ordo party. I wanted to let you know that our little brother Timmy got his extra crutch thanks to your solar, and now stands a chance from the hordes of racoons that assail him every night when we go on our business ventures. I must go, Victor is eager for the horse tranquilizer you know how he gets. Farewell our most valued customer, hopefully we shall do business again!

    • @Mr_Zod
      @Mr_Zod 3 місяці тому +6

      Yip, nutta alert!

    • @blackrose1018
      @blackrose1018 3 місяці тому +4

      ROFL

    • @lazyvipurr4698
      @lazyvipurr4698 3 місяці тому +34

      ..... what the fuck did I just read??? LOL

    • @austindean2976
      @austindean2976 Місяць тому

      Bros in the k hole

    • @Nath-sn1mv
      @Nath-sn1mv Місяць тому +3

      ​@@lazyvipurr4698she didn't even have it in her to respond 😮‍💨

  • @vianocturne
    @vianocturne 3 місяці тому +111

    Hi,I did Bicolline for 10 years,I was at the beginning of it,the first year when there was nothing but a giant field and a few tents and ppls in hockey mask hitting each others with pvc sticks.Pretty amazing to see how it had evolved over the years.I am glad you liked it and you learn a little bit of french along the journey,great video!👽⚔

    • @mirkopg69
      @mirkopg69 3 місяці тому +2

      Yeah I remember....i see a old video maybe is the same 😊

  • @ScurvySnyTV
    @ScurvySnyTV 3 місяці тому +38

    Oooooh! That's my gang at 16:00 :D so great to see some footage of the fort defense! Also, the bagpipe player is called McKraken, she's from the Colibri! had the chance to chat a bit with her and she's super sweet and helpful with questions regarding her instruments!

  • @calebhand1180
    @calebhand1180 3 місяці тому +66

    Just a clarification about zoo day at Bico. It is Friday and they call it the day of discovery. Outsiders come and see us, like we're the animals in a zoo. It's a great way for people that don't play the game to see what it's all about. The big battles take place on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, so those visitors don't get to see that, but they can possibly see skirmishes going on. Otherwise, very informative video.

    • @calebhand1180
      @calebhand1180 3 місяці тому +11

      Oh, and things aren't really "stealable". I mean, among friends maybe or on a quest, but not in general.

    • @a.gagnon149
      @a.gagnon149 3 місяці тому

      @@calebhand1180 This is important information! there has been many stealing this year, and many people did not get there item back. this is not ok.

  • @summerskeye1849
    @summerskeye1849 3 місяці тому +82

    This is basically the Burning Man of larping and I love it!

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  2 місяці тому +13

      oooo you should check out wasteland! that is the burning man of larps!!

  • @HazarielAtelier
    @HazarielAtelier 3 місяці тому +28

    Looks like you had a great time! It was very enjoyable to watch your video about this cool event. Let's go larpers!

  • @alexcoffey8804
    @alexcoffey8804 3 місяці тому +69

    Militum!
    Thank you for showing off so much of my guild in this video. We're not that spooky. ❤

  • @Rin-zn9bo
    @Rin-zn9bo Місяць тому +7

    20:42 Listen to her heart-rate, I don't think that's just cardio, but also exhilarating from joy. This seems fun!

  • @brianmcglauflin8877
    @brianmcglauflin8877 2 місяці тому +9

    Since you're in Los Angeles, I recommend researching local groups. LA has several fantastic groups like Twin Mask, Dystopia Rising, AMTGARD, and Dagorhir, and lots of weekly fighter practices that you would likely enjoy. You also mentioned Role Models - most of the background extras (and the technical advisors credited) in the film are active local LARPers from LA that also do commercials, TV shows, and other movies when they come up. I've been in several, and it's always a blast. Huzzah!

    • @WanderingOldGuy
      @WanderingOldGuy Місяць тому

      After 6 years of SCA, friends talked me into joining into a Dagorhir clan ('90s) and my choice of weapons was a big surprise to everyone and I dominated. I felt bad, knocking their 'knights' around with my nerf basketball hammer. And of course I showed up in full SCA armor, so, tank! :D

  • @chuckcatoc
    @chuckcatoc 2 місяці тому +6

    It's crazy how this place grew up overtime, I'm Québécois and people used to make fun of that place but it really became a big thing it seems

  • @brinashiloff3439
    @brinashiloff3439 3 місяці тому +11

    Welcome to the larp community. Never been to Bico myself but I’ve been regularly larping for two years now in the general NY PA NJ area. It’s a lot of fun!

    • @valkyrieneedsfood
      @valkyrieneedsfood 3 місяці тому

      Hello there! What groups would you recommend for first time LARPers?

    • @brinashiloff3439
      @brinashiloff3439 3 місяці тому +1

      In my area there are many that you can attend! I haven’t really left like these 3 states because of issues with regards to extended travel however I have had a lot of Fun at Alterra which is a smaller larp that meets once a month in PA or NJ. I also regularly attend Knightrealms aka KR which is fun but is definitely much larger and can be somewhat overwhelming to first timers, but just like Alterra there are many who are happy to welcome you in and help you get sorted!
      Finally I have heard good things from my friends about Neverafter which only recently started within the last year! I have not gotten to that larp yet though. If you are looking for something outside of High Fantasy I know a few who enjoy Dystopia Rising which has chapters across the country of the United States.
      Ultimately I found that local larps are more enjoyable to me over blockbuster larps. You can attend more frequently and get to know the people you are playing with which has definitely made for longer lasting friendships.

    • @valkyrieneedsfood
      @valkyrieneedsfood 3 місяці тому

      @@brinashiloff3439 thank you so much for the detailed response!😊I have wanted to find a LARP group for so long (after playing D&D for many years) but have had a tougher time finding anything around me(I'm in Brooklyn). Will definitely look into all these.

    • @brinashiloff3439
      @brinashiloff3439 3 місяці тому +1

      @@valkyrieneedsfood hope to see you at Alterra or KR! I’m always happy to help out new faces.

  • @ahatfullofdreams
    @ahatfullofdreams 3 місяці тому +49

    I have dreamed of going to Bicolline ever since I first heard about it. Chronic health conditions, and limited mobility will probably keep me from ever actually being able to go, but it's still a fun fantasy. If I ever get a full body transplant, it will be one of the first things I do 🙂. Until then, I'll enjoy watching the videos other folks make about their experiences.

    • @KitTeaKat7
      @KitTeaKat7 3 місяці тому +5

      I was just wondering how accessible it is. My middle kiddo wants to go!!

    • @jbkawaiiholic
      @jbkawaiiholic 3 місяці тому +5

      I also have health conditions so when i saw the fairies, it’s more my vibe anyways, i was wondering about that part! I wonder if you can just vibe and embroider and have tea or something 😂😂😂 i’d like to be a witch or a fairy

    • @ahatfullofdreams
      @ahatfullofdreams 3 місяці тому +4

      @@jbkawaiiholic That sounds like so much fun. Maybe you could also go as an NPC who just needs to stay in one spot and be a quest giver or some such? I guess I need to figure out how to disguise a wheelchair so that it looks like a rocking chair or something? 😄

    • @norrinradd8
      @norrinradd8 3 місяці тому +6

      @@ahatfullofdreams this has been done, you see people with serious health condition at big larp events kinda regularily. Combat training a youngling just out of chemo, breaking their homemade weapon (not on purpose) and then making sure they had the best possible experience as i got them get hired by a king is still one of my best larp memory.

    • @Nitidus
      @Nitidus 2 місяці тому +4

      ​@@ahatfullofdreams The first known depiction of a wheelchair is from a gravestone in China and dated 525 CE. And since this event doesn't have much to do with actual medieval anything, I suspect you could easily get away with making it look somewhat wooden and throwing a pelt over it.

  • @BreandanOCiarrai
    @BreandanOCiarrai 3 місяці тому +26

    Suuuud! :D
    This was my first year going, and my brother and I went on our own (TVN is handy for people with money but little time to do logistics, but we're both ex-military and used to wrangling international travel and managed to do it for a third the cost including airfare, which was worth the hassle for us) and had a blast. Due to the heat (we're from Alaska) I spent a good chunk of it in the river trying not to be a heat casualty, but we turned even that into an adventure as we just started at the Non-Decorum bridge and swam/floated our way all the way down the river to the main pool... aaaand then promptly remembered we'd left our shoes, towels, etc. on the complete other end of the site and had to do the Walk of Shame through both Old and New town soaking wet and in bathing suits (or boxer-briefs in one guy's case 🤣 ) barefoot. It was fun :D
    Due to work I won't be able to make it back next year, but plan on coming out with my daughters in 2026 as my oldest will be 16 and able to fight :)

    • @ArcadeMW
      @ArcadeMW Місяць тому

      u guys were in the lodge right? i was in the lodge the first two years. didnt know u were there

  • @davidglenn2739
    @davidglenn2739 21 день тому +3

    I've been struggling with life lately. No friends, no hobbies, quite depressed. I've been thinking hard about how I can break out of this rut and I think you just showed me how! Thank you! Great video!

    • @elwolf8536
      @elwolf8536 15 днів тому +1

      I found karati to be massively beneficial bro

  • @mickeystix
    @mickeystix 3 місяці тому +3

    Solid video! Very informative and thorough (as much as one can be with this sort of event). Thanks for sharing your experiences!

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  2 місяці тому

      thank you for watching!! 🫶

  • @chrisdavenport2019
    @chrisdavenport2019 3 місяці тому +51

    What you described about the lack of cell phones in texting is how these events were for us in the 90s. I've done the SCA, but this looks amazing.

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  3 місяці тому +8

      I loved it so much. It’s hard going back to normal life after this experience.

    • @Blueskies271
      @Blueskies271 3 місяці тому +7

      Yes! When she described people showing up to your house unannounced just to see you it gave me such a sense of nostalgia. Life has changed so much since those days. Some good some bad.
      Can’t wait to experience bicolline for myself!

    • @BhargavaMan
      @BhargavaMan Місяць тому +2

      @@justlanchen what's the rules on cameras though? I mean of course you have footage here so that must mean its okay, but did you have to take special permission for that? Or is it DSLR's / action cams only, no phone cameras?

    • @HauntingSpectre
      @HauntingSpectre Місяць тому +1

      @@BhargavaMan There's another person who uploaded a video, and she got special permissions to film. I would assume it's as simple as an application of sorts with certain criteria of rules.

    • @Romne
      @Romne Місяць тому

      Yea thats called pretty girl privilege, which she has. . If your just some dude that isn't going to happen. Not for most anyway. ​@Blueskies271

  • @CoffeeTeaAndPotpourri
    @CoffeeTeaAndPotpourri 3 місяці тому +63

    I already live in The Blue Ridge mountains of Appalachia, since 2018..almost off grid. There is no cell phone service. There is landline and DSL internet. That is it. I have learned a lot about survival. I do live in a huge 1938 circa house. The mountains are peaceful but no one reaches out to help me adjust. The adventures are amazing. I am a 75 year old woman living alone in the mountains surrounded by National forests. My life is an adventure - for real every day.

    • @CT-6210
      @CT-6210 Місяць тому

      As a 25 year old man dying to get out of endless suburbia, that sounds like Heaven to me! God bless and stay safe!

    • @JB-cd8eb
      @JB-cd8eb Місяць тому +1

      Wow you are a badass!

    • @StayupandPlayAllnight
      @StayupandPlayAllnight 22 дні тому

      You are living my dream❤

    • @PETEYBOY954
      @PETEYBOY954 3 дні тому

      Incredible. Hope all is well!

  • @crimsonfancy
    @crimsonfancy 2 місяці тому +1

    I enjoyed it! Thank you and glad I stumbled to your channel tonight. I've attended ren festivals in south Louisiana and south Florida and still do. This experience appears next level!
    Nice for sharing so much!

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  2 місяці тому

      🥰 Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate it!!

  • @AlmightyBigD001
    @AlmightyBigD001 3 місяці тому +20

    This video came across my UA-cam feed and I clicked it thinking "wow, this is going to be awkward watching all these people play medieval times".... I got hooked, watched the entire video, and I'm checking out The Voyage North. This looks amazing! I have a new bucket list item!

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  3 місяці тому +1

      OMG I LOVE THAT. So happy you enjoyed it!!

    • @johnhe0414
      @johnhe0414 2 місяці тому

      Same here… I was like..this looks interesting.

  • @chris86simon
    @chris86simon 3 місяці тому +16

    UA-cam really wants me to watch Bicolline stuff huh? First Trix, now you. I mean, Im all for it XD

  • @bozzytactiks
    @bozzytactiks 3 місяці тому +8

    Ok!! I was sleeping right beside the fireplace where you were speaking with the Dragonnier X-D I..ehm..admired your patience and politeness hahaha

  • @abeldasilva9368
    @abeldasilva9368 3 місяці тому +4

    Girl you got me hooked .I am surprised a beautiful young lady all the way from LA shows up in my backyard.I live in Montreal the same city where you landed at the airport and where you shopped at les Artisan d’azure.I have been reenacting mostly WW2 German but I also have Mongolian Conquest era garb full set and also Knight Templar. I believe I will try to attend a few events thanks to you.

  • @estelle8508
    @estelle8508 2 місяці тому +3

    Gave me massive envy! Thanks a bunch, your energy is infectious like a gnome

  • @BeanyJules
    @BeanyJules 3 місяці тому +8

    I have always loved Bicolline! And your videos are always a fun watch so thank you for sharing your adventure!

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  3 місяці тому +1

      🥰🥰🥰 thank you so much for watching!! Have you been to Bico too???

    • @BeanyJules
      @BeanyJules 3 місяці тому

      @@justlanchen No I sadly haven't, I have been wanting to go for around 5 years now and hope to go in the next year or two! 😊(so thanks again, videos like these help fill the bico shaped hole in my heart lmao)

  • @Derogue23
    @Derogue23 3 місяці тому +19

    “Drinking tea while everyone around you is screaming, it doesn’t get better than that.” 😍
    Never LARPed before, just signed up for TVN

  • @paulalusk5586
    @paulalusk5586 3 місяці тому +4

    WOW! That sounds and looks amazing! Thanks for sharing.

  • @Muireachgaming8957
    @Muireachgaming8957 3 місяці тому +15

    "The asmr of the Grand Battai was magical" Ah yes, the sounds of fighting and people "dying"

  • @BodHopkins
    @BodHopkins 13 днів тому +1

    Looks like a load of fun. Thanks for all the detail

  • @surrfred
    @surrfred 2 місяці тому +9

    Have you ever been to Pennsic outside of Pittsburgh ? It is 10,000 Medieval Reenactors in one place in August as part of the SCA. If you think the worlds biggest LARP is something than you need to do Pennsic.

  • @Solarium1984
    @Solarium1984 Місяць тому

    Wow! lol Man that was a trip! Great video and storytelling. Yeah you got me totally interested looks like a blast. Who knew!? Cheers!

  • @shanasheinfeld6006
    @shanasheinfeld6006 2 місяці тому +4

    9:01 Ha! I remember this, actually. Capture Steve was my hubby’s quest, and his mug 🤣 and of course it was my hubby that greeted Meat just before he noticed Steve was gone

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  2 місяці тому

      no way!!! haha that was one of my favorite moments!!!!

    • @shanasheinfeld6006
      @shanasheinfeld6006 2 місяці тому

      @@justlanchen now that the game is over, I’ll admit, I was the one who told Meat where Steve was, while you were sparring with Jack 😜

  • @Cole965
    @Cole965 3 місяці тому +2

    It was so awesome hanging out with you during Bicolline! Getting to see all of it again in the video is even better!!! I can't wait to see you again next year! -Crow

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  3 місяці тому +1

      I'm so happy you liked it and we met!!!! I am thrilled you got that footage of Steve!! I was lmfao while editing it 😂

  • @shawnadams1460
    @shawnadams1460 Місяць тому +1

    Honestly have done LARP since the late 90's, got my cousins involved by making a bunch of pool noodle and cardboard swords and shields to mess around with. Basically, as a Gen X'r this whole thing just seems like a throw back to my childhood...well minus the fact that we used our bikes half the time. It is a goal for me and my new wife to try and do something like this in the next 2-3 years. Was great to see you have an amazing time!!

  • @whatisbestinlife8112
    @whatisbestinlife8112 Місяць тому +2

    Growing up in the 70s/80s we would always just be showing up at our friends' houses unannounced. Looking back now I realize how great it was and I'm glad I got to grow up that way.

  • @Emunah_
    @Emunah_ Місяць тому

    This was such a cool and fun video! Thank you so much for making this! I've wanted to do something like this for years but I have never had the oppurtunity sadly. This really inspired me to keep dreaming and to one day maybe attned something awesome like this!

  • @PETEYBOY954
    @PETEYBOY954 3 дні тому

    So cool! It’s like combining my 2 favorite hobbies. DnD and music festivals!

  • @ChefEarthenware
    @ChefEarthenware 3 місяці тому +6

    We don't have anything approaching this in the UK. We are too reserved and we observe rather than participate. It looks like great fun. Thanks for the video.

    • @AdamMclardy
      @AdamMclardy 3 місяці тому +3

      You really do!! Look up Empire larp

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  3 місяці тому

      so happy you liked it 🥰

    • @ClearlyPixelated
      @ClearlyPixelated 3 місяці тому +2

      Empire larp, Lorien trust, Menhirs fate… I can only dream of the larps you have access to in the UK. Go listen to the Larp Noobs podcast.

    • @ChefEarthenware
      @ChefEarthenware 3 місяці тому

      @@AdamMclardy I never knew that existed. Thanks.

  • @HikikomoriFemcel
    @HikikomoriFemcel 3 місяці тому +25

    ive been wanting to go to Bicolline since i first discovered it in 2018, now that im finally an adult i hope some day i can go. It's really interesting to see how far its come since those days.

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  3 місяці тому +4

      GOOOOOOO

    • @ItsOnPaper
      @ItsOnPaper 2 місяці тому +1

      Acting like 2018 was 45 years ago 💀

  • @zackdreamcast
    @zackdreamcast Місяць тому +3

    3:40 how did you record with no technology?

  • @RipMinner
    @RipMinner 3 місяці тому +5

    It sounds like a lot of fun. As a guy that is raising 4 kids in working class America I'm never going to be able to go. But it looks supper cool.

  • @redwoodeagle15
    @redwoodeagle15 Місяць тому +1

    Hearing your heartbeat after the battle was crazy. I definetly want to larp one day as well

  • @LB_adventurer
    @LB_adventurer 3 місяці тому +1

    great vid and i'm super jealous. merci, mon ami. I'm a Canadian (Nova Scotia) and I've wanted to go to Bicolline for years. Joining a combat guild/house sounds exciting and exhausting

  • @nikkineverwithoutpolish4930
    @nikkineverwithoutpolish4930 3 місяці тому +2

    🤯 absolutely had no idea this was a thing... and I'm here for it. Looking forward to more videos - I am super intrigued! ^_^

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  3 місяці тому

      Crazy right!!! It’s an incredible event

    • @nikkineverwithoutpolish4930
      @nikkineverwithoutpolish4930 3 місяці тому

      It looks like it! I have been watching only videos about Bicolline on UA-cam since I watched this one lol Any ren faire is my happy place. I often say that I'd live at one.... and until I saw this video, I thought working a season at my local (MN Ren Faire) was a top tier/life goal lol Bicolline is that times 100.

  • @kodywolf12
    @kodywolf12 3 місяці тому

    Very nice video! I had no idea it was an advertisement for the voyage north, but it was very well done. Good job! Every time I see someone make a video for Bico - I definitely want to go! But... it's much more difficult for me - I'm disabled... getting better tho! So hopefully one day! Looks like a lot of fun! I used to boffer LARP for over 20+ years.

    • @Wirmish
      @Wirmish 3 місяці тому

      Only the last 10 minutes.

  • @HighOnTacos
    @HighOnTacos 3 місяці тому +3

    29:18 I recognize that cup! Or at least the engraving pattern. Indian brass, couldn't be more fitting though.

  • @Sanctum1972
    @Sanctum1972 3 місяці тому +1

    That's pretty cool! I think a friend who's in the SCA/HEMA scene in Vermont mentioned this event very briefly even though it's in Quebec, further up north from this state. I don't LARP but used to play TTRPGs in the past and currently do epee fencing. It looks like great fun, though.

  • @WillEatForFood
    @WillEatForFood Місяць тому

    Thank you so much for this video. This experience sounds absolutely amazing and so immersive. I will definitely be going someday now!

  • @TheSwedishRanger
    @TheSwedishRanger 2 місяці тому

    Great video! I've never seen any of your other videos, I just randomly stumbled here after going on a binge on medieval towns and villages in France. I've seen a lot of videos on Bicolline, and I think this is one of the best I've seen so far! I've wanted to go myself for so long, but the farthest I've been from my home country is Denmark and Norway. Pretty damn far to go to Canada. Not to mention, I'm terrified of flying.
    And of course, true to my username, I'd wanna go as a Ranger; a bow, two knives.. and maybe a longsword for bigger battles. Sort of a mix between an Araluen Ranger and a Ranger from Middle-Earth.

  • @briarroseella7142
    @briarroseella7142 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for this video, this was great - I've been wanting to go for year now, and gotta wait a bit longer to save up, but your video solidified it for me even more, I just have to go at least once!!

  • @MNSweet
    @MNSweet 3 місяці тому +9

    So I saw Jess's video first, (Trix - Nova Veta). Between the 2 videos, it really shows how a person can go to the same even with the same group, and judging by your BRoll be on the same bus, but have completely different experiences. I've been a follower of both your channels for some time. Was there anyone else there on a media pass that you can point me too to see different views? Ideally family related but not required.

    • @TallianAdventures
      @TallianAdventures 3 місяці тому +4

      I am with the Marchwarden guild and i make videos on Bicolline if you are interested! I do a lot of battle videos but i also have other videos on random things at bicolline and walks through the towns. I had a ton of good footage this year but it got stolen at the event!

    • @MNSweet
      @MNSweet 3 місяці тому +2

      @@TallianAdventures in game stolen or file a police report not getting it back stolen

    • @TallianAdventures
      @TallianAdventures 3 місяці тому +1

      @@MNSweet If only it was just in game stolen! No unfortunately It was real life thief! I literally think it was a real life cutpurse! they cut pouches off of my belt while i had it hanging up.

    • @MNSweet
      @MNSweet 3 місяці тому

      @@TallianAdventures good to know.

    • @Laimeryn
      @Laimeryn 3 місяці тому

      ​​@@MNSweet Ex staff here, no police there. It has been years since the St-Boniface police said they wanted to help, but since nobody call them for anything (r*pe, physical aggression, r-drug problem), they cannot do anything to help, sadly.
      The duché de Bicolline prefer dealing with it the good old way, talking it out.
      I miss Bico, but damn... I hate how they deal with their volunteer/employees/victims. No wonder why they had two sex offender in their management team for over 10 years.

  • @nephicus339
    @nephicus339 2 місяці тому +1

    29:30 - Good point; if you attend, it's recommended to bring your own drinking vessel. The general store has some, but they're kind of pricey.

  • @kirkwagner461
    @kirkwagner461 3 місяці тому +1

    Here in the US I've participated in a group called Dagorhir since the late 1970's. Most of it is not as large as this, but its still the same kind of fun. If you are interesting, look around. There is likely a similar group near you.

  • @Nixon665
    @Nixon665 3 місяці тому

    Great video. Saw you and yours being amazing, tho long week and full schedule prevented me from visiting all parts of your group this year.
    Hard to believe it was your first larp based on your fighting in the video!
    If you return come visit your neighbors, and play in 'Duel Alley' if you want to test your fighting prowess! :)
    -your neighbors, GenAsher Fells, Lys Noir.
    Great job on your video showing Bico, how to get involved, and how accessible that game can be. Kudos.

  • @tinini13
    @tinini13 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi! I like you video! I did go to Bicolline this years for the 3th time. And i like your point of views! I'm with a french viking guild, on the "côte Norse" so we are not in the same spot. And I would like to point an error, BicoZoo is friday, it's the decouvert day and the Grande Bataille is saturday. I would like to see the others videos that you'll do on the subject!

  • @JRRedDawg
    @JRRedDawg 2 місяці тому +1

    I will be back to watch this! Im in a rush. But i had to stop and drop and like because, honestly, this is the coolest title ever! Great concept 🤘 wonderful idea! Life is an adventure!!! Blessings Pal!

  • @coconut7263
    @coconut7263 3 місяці тому +1

    "Jviens deeeee terrebonne" is so Québecois. Its always refreshing to hear my accent in video I wouldn't expect. although I knew of bicoline, I didn't want to assume on the get-go that the french part would be shown :3

    • @coconut7263
      @coconut7263 3 місяці тому

      Thank you for showing it btw!

  • @MrBrandonBlades
    @MrBrandonBlades 3 місяці тому +1

    Well I am so glad to have stumbled upon this! 😁 You have sold me on this. I will be sourcing and making my costumes over the winter. I shall make it here

  • @TallianAdventures
    @TallianAdventures 3 місяці тому +1

    Great video!! I love how so many people think the Marchwardens are mercenaries! And pirates! They always think we are pirates lol! Im sad I didnt get to meet you this year! hopefully if you come next year i can say hi.

  • @CaptianInternet
    @CaptianInternet Місяць тому

    3-4 hour fights?!?!?! I pass out after I walked up some stairs. XD Anyway, this looks amazing and I will get some clothing and visit a larp event nearby soon. Thank you for this content!

  • @woolybear
    @woolybear 3 місяці тому +1

    Bicolline à St-Mathieu!! Place fantastique! I went a few times in earlier days, j'ai adoré le Bal, Trollball et la Grande Bataille!

  • @lnstall_Wizard
    @lnstall_Wizard Місяць тому +2

    20:45 I CAN HEAR YOUR HEART BEAT LOL

  • @upotheke
    @upotheke 3 місяці тому

    Dang, I was right there in that Ordo procession to the fort and at the skirmishes Monday. Great footage and such good times. Such a great video!

  • @codycenters3391
    @codycenters3391 3 місяці тому +3

    19:22 I may have bailed on you at the start of the merc battle, but I killed one of the guards and got the bag halfway back before being stabbed in the back by a "teammate" :(
    I'm glad you were able to avenge my effort and secure the bag for the Emperor!

  • @ptastydactyl
    @ptastydactyl 3 місяці тому +1

    This looks amazing! I'm not even into larp. Great video thanks!

  • @deaddocreallydeaddoc5244
    @deaddocreallydeaddoc5244 Місяць тому

    As an American with Quebecois ancestry, this is really interesting to me. It is also because I taught fencing and performed at the original Renaissance Faire (north one) for 20 years until 1995. We always had some medieval presence from the SCA. However, from what I see online, these faires have mostly become Cosplay fairs. What I see of your costume and the people in the video is a very mixed medieval to 17th century with a lot of "Pirates of the Caribbean: junk injected. But mixed-up time periods and fantasy is better than no cultural expression of these periods at all. In the realm of fantasy, I'd say that Tolkien was the largest influence when it occurred, mostly in fairegoes. There was a delightful guy for a few years who would show up as King Arthur with Patsy, banking coconut shells together as he pranced through the faire. Everyone injected Monty Python humor into things here and there. Those who took themselves too seriously had the tendency to become a-holes. There was a kind of underground occultism and Wicca at the faires which were based on the Harvest Festivals, which were full of pagan rituals and holidays. During that period I lived with two women who professed to be Wiccans. I am familiar with it all. (I was the head of a chivalric order for seven years). My fencing group was the first to develop rapier and dagger fencing which became the so-called "Historical Fencing." BTW; the individuals I see in the melees are holding their swords in the modern way, taking the modern (17c on) leading leg style rather than the period squared pose, using their points in the modern fashion (smart if you don't want to get hit, but the modern on guard came from dueling, which is one on one, not a melee). However, the sponsoring Living History Center had guidelines for historical accuracy among the participants. This one looks more authentic, but some Cosplay is involved because, for example, female warriors are a stretch, historically speaking.

  • @rickallen8767
    @rickallen8767 3 місяці тому +8

    Her friend started the Great Pirate Wars 💀

  • @Incandescentkiki
    @Incandescentkiki 3 місяці тому +10

    Had so much fun hanging with you! Can’t wait for next year 👀 💕

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  3 місяці тому +2

      I sure hope I’ll be there!!!! 🥰🥰

  • @PsychesFlora
    @PsychesFlora 3 місяці тому +27

    I'm curious if technology isn't allowed, how can one film? Looks super fun!

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  3 місяці тому +18

      I had permission!!

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  3 місяці тому +14

      It was still super hard though

    • @PsychesFlora
      @PsychesFlora 3 місяці тому +3

      @@justlanchen Ahhh ok that makes sense! Thx :)

    • @BreandanOCiarrai
      @BreandanOCiarrai 3 місяці тому +10

      A lot of people use hidden GoPros mounted in helmets or pouch rigs that allow the lens to poke out. It's doable so long as the camera is not obvious.

    • @Nixon665
      @Nixon665 3 місяці тому +8

      It's not "openly allowed". If you pull out your phone to take a picture, no one minds. If you were walking down the street taking selfies... people... still might not say anything... but they might say "ne pas decorum!" (not decorum!) No one really wants to, and during the GB we know there are a lot of folks making content and that is just... its cool, it's fine. That is how Bico is. The CHILDREN heckle non-decorum more than the adults do, lol.
      With all things, including french, and staying in character - "trying" is valued over everything. Greet folks in the Morning with "Bon matin!". Say "merci" when you can. If you understand something, say "weh" (or way, or quack like a duck). It means "yeah". No one says "oui"(wee).
      Most folks will switch into english and there... you tried.
      That is Bico. Just try. Our game blows up from 600 to 5,500 for a week... 8 of 9 people you see will be new, or once-a-year...
      We are zen with it. Even my core group of 16 blows up to 30ish. It happens. But that also includes our kids... and friends... and wonderful visitors.
      It's fine. We invited you. Just "try", and everyone is cool. :)

  • @TheStratoBarb
    @TheStratoBarb 3 місяці тому +8

    Im sooo glad i clicked on this video.. i should have listened to my friend that was inviting me to get there over 10 years ago when we were teenagers, but its never too late to go!!

  • @DNHRobot
    @DNHRobot 3 місяці тому +1

    Just wondering if there's no technology how do you have the footage of the event or is camera allow?

  • @JayPlazma
    @JayPlazma 3 місяці тому +1

    I was worried about combat but having a tea party with the fae and being a combat healer sounds awesome. I’d definitely love to experience this someday!

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  Місяць тому

      The tea party was such a vibe

  • @isaacthornton8167
    @isaacthornton8167 Місяць тому

    You have just blew my mind! I am starting to plan my trip for next years vacation already

  • @JasonMeyer
    @JasonMeyer 3 місяці тому +2

    Great video! Bicolline is definitely on the list to get to!

  • @robertkjellander8738
    @robertkjellander8738 3 місяці тому +1

    I've never tried this but it looks really fun, thanks for sharing in an interesting way!

  • @cmbart1
    @cmbart1 9 днів тому

    The sound of bagpipes is magical any time but there definitely is something otherworldly and yet invigorating about hearing them in battle. Fun fact: bagpipes were actually considered a weapon of war for a time due to their real psychological effects.

  • @jasonbritnell42
    @jasonbritnell42 Місяць тому

    The no phones thing is a huge life changer for alot of people.. I didn't have a phone for two years cause I was constantly online, had to know where i was at or have me on socials to contact me, changed how i saw phones forever.. you owe noone your immediate attention

  • @procrasy
    @procrasy 3 місяці тому +2

    That looks absolutely awesome. Just out of curiosity, how did you do the filming? I saw kiki cool mossy phone stick camouflage. Did you do something similar or where you just sneaky?

    • @ssshark_bait
      @ssshark_bait Місяць тому +1

      In another comment she said she got permission

  • @enniearden
    @enniearden 12 днів тому

    Loving your channel - thanks algorithm. This one hundred percents interests me. I have some kinda dumb questions based on the video but I’m generally curious - since tech is a no-no, how did you end up filming? (maybe you’ve answered in a different video but curious how video coverage works for these videos). Also things like you tracking your steps and tracking time, do they allow fitness watches etc?

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  12 днів тому +1

      I had permission to film but I did keep my camera hidden and my phone was hidden in an axe if I needed to use it to film. I kept my phone in my pouch for filming purposes which is how my steps were tracked. Guests can have phones, but they can't be out in plain sight for others to see. If you do this, people will say something instantly. You can have Apple Watches too as long as you can't see it

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  12 днів тому

      hope that answers your questions!

  • @rulinggodsidly2941
    @rulinggodsidly2941 Місяць тому

    This was refreshing and entertaining, i laughed a few times, thanks for sharing.

  • @FazartOrganization
    @FazartOrganization Місяць тому

    This is a banger of a video, LARPing is too much fun and everyone needs to try it.

  • @mlgproop7
    @mlgproop7 Місяць тому

    After you won the Skirmish, we can hear your heart beat going like crazy in the video :) damm 20:42

  • @asgerhyer5325
    @asgerhyer5325 2 місяці тому

    I play fantasy tabletop with my friends, but i love videoes like this :) This place looks amazing

  • @leaf16nut
    @leaf16nut Місяць тому +1

    WOW, just realized I'm like an 8 hours drive from it, have driven past numerous times and had no clue it was a thing... Will definitely be checking it out next time I'm that way!

  • @bararobberbaron859
    @bararobberbaron859 Місяць тому

    I fully don't understand why this is in my recommended but hey, I like learning stuff! Thanks for this glimpse into this cool event.

  • @supernorry3847
    @supernorry3847 2 місяці тому +1

    if there were no phones and technology allowed how do you charge your camera? Or is it allowed in the tents? I kinda missed that in your video. Can you charge your electronic devices in your tent?

  • @shaggyholmes1150
    @shaggyholmes1150 13 днів тому +1

    Role models made me wanna larp, good movie

  • @Ryker2608
    @Ryker2608 Місяць тому +1

    maturing is realizing that movies are just larps with REALLY big budgets

  • @AntiqueMenswear
    @AntiqueMenswear Місяць тому

    I don't see lots of creased shirts, how do people pack all their stuff and not get it all creased up? They can't iron or steam there, right?

  • @adrien_chauvet
    @adrien_chauvet Місяць тому

    Looks like you had fun, we don't have LARP that big here. cheers from France!

  • @rixxy9204
    @rixxy9204 7 днів тому +1

    To be honest this kind of event has totally exploded with interest in the last 5 years. Not really sure why... maybe shows like Harry Potter, Witcher and GoT have made it far more mainstream than ever before.
    The fact that you're stunningly beautiful probably helped their marketing too!

  • @BrettLowrie
    @BrettLowrie Місяць тому

    The more I watch these videos about LARPING, the more I want to go to one. But what I find surprising is that a lot of people are going by themselves to these events. I've been finding it hard to find people to go to a LARP event and a lot of people are going by themselves. I'm thinking that might be the move I make. Bicolline looks like a blast!!

  • @davidjj33
    @davidjj33 14 днів тому

    I love this and it looks awesome. I'd love to look into getting into something like this next year.

  • @DrizztRPG
    @DrizztRPG Місяць тому +1

    Great stuff! Got me thinking that "The Elder Scrolls" LARP would be cool 🖤

    • @justlanchen
      @justlanchen  Місяць тому

      What is this?!?

    • @DrizztRPG
      @DrizztRPG Місяць тому

      @@justlanchen "The Elder Scrolls is a series of primarily open-world role-playing video games developed by Bethesda Softworks and set on the continent of Tamriel, a magic-infused universe with a complex history, politics, and environment." Bet there will be someone who will create LARP of it ^^

  • @ryanandrus144
    @ryanandrus144 3 місяці тому +1

    Question, if you character is a ranged weapon wielder how does that work in battles?