First time at Ropecon?

Ropecon is suitable for everyone interested in role-playing games as a hobby, from first-timers to long-time experts in the field. The event is an easy gateway to get to know this hobby’s different formats. Do not hesitate to join! First of all, there is no need to panic. Should you have any questions regarding the event, the Info Desk is there for you. Info Desk operates in the Southern entrance lobby. If you are wondering where to leave your sleeping bag, where the accommodation is or how to find the Experience Point, Info staff is there to help you!

There are plenty of programmes available for first-timers at the event. You can check the entire selection from Ropecon’s programme guide that is published in the summer. We warmly welcome you to Ropecon!

Tabletop role-playing games

Ropecon offers a huge selection of role-playing games. If role-playing is completely new to you, you can try it out in beginner-friendly games. You can immerse yourself in pre-created fantasy world adventures for a few hours, and experienced game masters will help first-timers if needed. Many beginner-friendly games feature pre-made characters or very simple character creation, so you can start playing as quickly as possible. The rules are also often quite simple, so first-timers don’t need to worry about the game being too complicated. Many role-playing games require advance registration through registration system called Konsti, but some beginner-friendly games are organized so that anyone interested in playing can arrive at any time.

Experience Point 

Ropecon’s Experience Point offers a low-threshold opportunity to play, try out, and discover new games. The Experience Point has several guided and low-threshold games for many different tastes, which you can join alone or with a larger group. In addition, game group meetings are organized there, making it easy to find other interested players and join different games. The Experience Point’s game helpers can also give you tips on finding suitable games and teach you the rules and basics of playing if necessary. Experience point is an excellent place to get acquainted with games, practice new games, and find gaming companions at Ropecon, making it the perfect place for first-timers to discover the joy of gaming!

LARPs

If you want to immerse yourself in LARPs instead of rolling dice, you can step into someone else’s shoes for a moment. In LARPs, you play with your whole body, immersing yourself in the characters, while in tabletop role-playing games, you play by discussing the game at the table. Ask for more information about beginner-friendly games at the LARP desk.

Board games, card games and miniature wargames

Tabletop role-playing games and larps are not the only playable things at Ropecon, one can also play card games and board games. There is, for example, the Finnish Board Game Society’s game library at your disposal, where you can borrow different games in exchange for a deposit. In addition to these games one can also get advice and tips on suitable games to play. The Board Game Society has nearly 1000 games you can borrow from the library, so you can surely find a suitable game no matter the age or the size of your gaming group.

There are also often spontaneous gaming opportunities at Ropecon. If you notice a game you find interesting being played it is worth asking if you could possibly be included in the next round.