Nathan Tremblett, 10, left, and his younger brother Kristofer Tremblett, six, pose together in their Mandelorian and Darth Vader costumes. They are huge fans of Star Wars: The Clone Wars.

You’re just wearing a funny costume while you’re doing it.” Tim Grulke, Tyson Shaw and Troy Luke from the Exodus LARP group. Simon Schluter ...

“LARP is not a cheap hobby and I personally have swords in the $200s and up range,” Kennedy said. “Add a costume and armor and your looking at a price tag of around $500 for a good set.

J.R. Berube cosplaying as Darth Maul from Star Wars. His makeup was done by Teresa Nuthall. (Rose Danen/CBC - image credit) Ptarmicon, known as the most northern gaming and pop culture event, was held ...