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Francene--Blog. Year 2014

Out of imagination comes a parody.

12/17/2014

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Once, a woman had the idea for a book. J.K.Rowling wrote and wrote, never giving up on her effort despite every rejection from the literary world. Nobody thought young teenagers would provide a big enough demand for her books. The rest is part of modern culture. Rowling achieved what every writer longs for—recognition.

In the latest enterprise, Harry Potter fans have the opportunity to attend a different wizardry school early next year.

Rather than creating an exact replica of Hogwarts, organisers decided to invent a new school based on the famous wizarding school at the Polish castle of Czocha. In November, a Polish company Liveform and Rollespilsfabrikken staged their first Live Action Role Play event based on the Harry Potter book series and movie franchise with around 190 participants from 11 countries.


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The fans donned wizard robes and cast spells at the Czocha College of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Places sold out in just two days. But fear not if you missed out, sign-ups for the next event in April 2015 open on the 11 of December, which can be booked here. 

The four day event costs approximately £220 (US$ 345.700) which includes food and accommodation. You are also provided with a wizard robe, a study book and a house tie during your stay and these can be purchased if you’d like to keep them as souvenirs.

Right. What would I do with similar circumstances—with a popular series of novels, and the public clamoring for more?

What about allowing fans to experience a vision? Unfortunately, by whispering advice to another being (in this scenario it would be an automaton within a controlled room) the participant's suggestions could work for good or evil. That might bring out the worst in humankind. But what about grading each player, like a gamer? Those who suggest evil actions could go to the lowest level, and rise until they reach the highest rank. Edgar Cayce, the renown psychic healer from the 40s, suggested heaven is divided into different planes in just such a way. If you would like to read the first of Liliha's visions in the Moonstone series, click here. 


What do you think about turning a book plot into reality?

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Agata Pokutycka link
12/16/2014 06:56:53 pm

I think it is a great idea, especially that movies are already out so the imagination is lost already.

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Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes link
12/16/2014 07:06:06 pm

This is such a wonderful idea. I always wonder though if the movie will live up to the book.

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Alana link
12/16/2014 07:18:18 pm

I think it is a great idea - an idea which will continue to grow with our advances in technology. It's a logical advancement in role playing games. One day, the experience could become fully virtual. It would make a good plot for a novel (which I realize is not an original thought) - what would happen if these people like their virtual worlds so much, they end up never wanting to leave?

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Sophie Bowns link
12/16/2014 07:41:42 pm

Jk Rowling is an inspiration. Her books are excellent, and appeal to all ages. The films are great too!

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Laurel Regan link
12/17/2014 06:32:47 am

It's a fun idea! I'm not a Harry Potter reader/fan myself, but I know a lot of people who would love to have such an experience. Thanks for sharing!

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elly stornebrink link
12/17/2014 04:07:20 pm

I find it a fascinating idea; however, I think I would use it only on certain books - I think it would not work or be appropriate. ;) <3

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