Roles
It is adviseable to read the information on the main page before reviewing the roles.
27th Border Outpost – A Tale from the Fog features 32 characters – 16 borderguards and 16 civilians.
During sign-up, you will be asked to select the three roles you would most like to play, so take your time and explore them carefully. Your character is expected to know the others anyway.
Keep in mind that choosing a role is an important decision, but not the only one shaping your experience. Each player receives additional character information after sign-up, and your answers to the registration questions help us prepare the experience that fits you best.
If you have additional questions, we encourage you to reach out to our team. Please note, however, that it typically takes a couple of days for us to respond.
Table of Content
The Borderguards
A mismatched collection of conscripts and career soldiers assigned to a forgotten outpost and a job nobody expected to matter. Having a legitimate sevenhillean uniform is not a requirement to play a borderguard, but keeping to the general aesthetic is adviseable.
1. Sergeant Georg Zumwalt
Commanding officer of 27th Border Outpost and veteran of the Northern War. A disciplined professional and old-school instructor, he genuinely believes younger soldiers deserve better training than they are getting.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Character must be male.
Recommended: Familiarity with the Northern War and the broader Fog LARP setting.
Appearance:
A weathered military look — practical uniform pieces, signs of long service and little concern for appearance.
References:
Captain Miller (Saving Private Ryan)
Jean Rasczak (Starship Troopers)
Ser Barristan Selmy (Game of Thrones)
2. Corporal Yago Zverski / Yaga Zverska
Executive officer of 27th Border Outpost and a career soldier with retirement finally within sight. Bitter, irritable and convinced standards have collapsed, they rule through experience, shouting and the authority of someone who has survived longer than everyone else.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Player should provide age-appropriate makeup.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
An aging military look — tired posture, worn equipment and the energy of someone who stopped expecting competence from others years ago.
References:
Saul Tigh (Battlestar Galactica)
Sergeant Major Plumley (We Were Soldiers)
Bill Dauterive (King of the Hill)
3. Corporal Yavor “The Herb” Konarski / Yavora “The Herb” Konarska
Medic of 27th Border Outpost and a man who has seen too many people die for dramatic speeches. Cynical, blunt and rarely seen without a cigarette, Yavor has long since replaced optimism with competence.
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: Basic medical knowledge for improvisation purposes.
Appearance:
A tired military medic look — practical field clothing, rolled sleeves and ideally something that suggests nicotine dependency.
References:
Sherman Cottle (Battlestar Galactica)
Doc Roe (Band of Brothers)
Niko Bellic (Grand Theft Auto IV)
4. Cadet Belur / Belura
A military medical student completing field specialization at 27th Border Outpost. Belur believes medicine exists to preserve life — which makes military service feel like studying architecture inside a burning building.
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: Comfortable playing a compassionate character who avoids violence when possible.
Appearance:
Simple military or civilian clothing with practical additions. Satchel, notebooks, rolled sleeves, improvised medical details.
References:
Desmond Doss (Hacksaw Ridge)
John Watson (BBC Sherlock)
Mordin Solus (Mass Effect)
5. Private Grotog Hrutz / Grotoga Hrutz
The outpost’s only sapper. An orcish orphan raised in Sto Lipi, Grotog lacks education and refinement but makes up for both with strength, persistence and a practical approach to problems.
Requirements:
Recommended: Player should provide orc makeup suitable for extended wear.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
A sturdy orc built for work and battle — practical clothes, worn military pieces and armour that looks borrowed, repaired or repurposed over time.
References:
Nick Jakoby (Bright)
Drax (Guardians of the Galaxy)
Hodor (Game of Thrones)
6. Private Benedict Romski / Benedicta Romska
An ambitious career soldier who treats every assignment as a step toward acceptance into the First Elite Regiment. The 9th and smallest child of the Rom family perhaps takes all this slightly too seriously.
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: Comfortable portraying ambition and competitiveness.
Appearance:
Neat and deliberate. Clean lines, maintained equipment, someone trying noticeably harder.
References:
Cato (The Hunger Games)
Lenny (Shaman King)
7. Private Stravigor Bran / Stravigora Bran
Convinced luck has never been on his side, Bran has learned to expect disappointment and treat optimism with suspicion. They almost managed to avoid military service entirely, but now find themselves in the middle of a minefield…
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Practical clothing assembled without enthusiasm. Slightly untidy, slightly unlucky-looking — someone who never expected to still be here.
References:
Arthur Dent (The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy)
Samwise Gamgee (The Lord of the Rings)
Milo Minderbinder (Catch-22)
8. Private Arhel Elizandr’al / Arhela Elizandr’al
An elven soldier and self-proclaimed warrior-poet. Arhel considers most human habits crude, loud and unnecessarily temporary.
Requirements:
Recommended: Player must provide visible elven features (ears at minimum).
Recommended: Comfortable portraying arrogance and implementing rhymes in real-time.
Appearance:
An attempt at elegance within military limitations. Cleaner lines, deliberate choices and personal touches.
References:
Thranduil (Lord of the Rings)
Spock (Star Trek)
9. Private Radul Malik / Radula Malik
Officially a soldier. In practice – a bard who somehow ended up in uniform. Not especially competent as a fighter, but surprisingly difficult to dislike.
Requirements:
Recommended: Player should be able to play an appropriate musical instrument and/or sing.
Recommended: Be good at the above.
Appearance:
A military look softened by personality suggesting this person owned a songbook before they owned a weapon.
References:
Jaskier (The Witcher)
Samwell Tarly (A Song of Ice and Fire)
10. Private Varuk “The Grain” Zhitomirski / Varuka “The Grain” Zhitomirska
A historian and veteran of more wars than most people care to remember. Officially assigned to the outpost as a soldier, Varuk is just as interested in recording history as participating in it.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Should look old enough to be a seasoned historian.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Less active soldier and more experienced traveller who kept ending up in wars.
References:
Duiker (Malazan Book of the Fallen)
John Blackthorne (Shōgun)
11. Private Kerson Mundi / Kersona Mundi
A researcher studying ancient Seventh Path devices who entered military service for one simple reason – Sevenhillean citizenship.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Should be comfortable with playing a member of the Seventh Path.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Clothing with an academic feel – notebooks, small tools and details that suggest someone who expected a laboratory and ended up at a border outpost instead.
References:
Aziraphale (Good Omens)
Leonard (The Big Bang Theory)
12. Private Iskren Anadolski / Iskra Anadolska
The outpost’s assigned battle mage and one of the few career specialists in the unit. They’ve been stuck in mediocrity their entire lives and now seek to change that by joining the Sevenhillean Armed Forces.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Should be comfortable with playing a mage.
Recommended: None
Appearance:
Military with signs of specialization. Layered clothing, subtle magical details and equipment chosen for utility rather than spectacle.
References:
Anders (Dargon Age)
Moridin Solus (Mass Effect)
13. Private Gorast Belozemski / Goraya Belozemska
A wandering knight serving at 27th Border Outpost to repay a favor owed to the mayor of Skutare. A classic and lyrical idealist in armor.
Requirements:
Recommended: None.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Travel-worn scraps of knightly armor mixed with military gear.
References:
Dunk (A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms)
Siegfried of Denesle (The Witcher)
14. Private Radomir “Just Ratko” / Radomira “Just Ratka”
A refugee from Bdin who left the Empire in search of decent pay and an easier life. A practical and straightforward simpleton who does not seem especially interested in politics, philosophy and long-term plans.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Basic knowledge of the Bdin Empire’s history.
Recommended: Comfortable portraying a grounded simpleton.
Appearance:
Someone who owns few things and sees no reason to decorate them.
References:
Bronn (Game of Thrones)
Clever Peter (Bulgarian Folklore)
Hank Schrader (Breaking Bad)
15. Private Johann Mishovnurski / Johanna Mishovnurska
An educated young noble who somehow ended up in entirely the wrong company. They try to remain civilized while surrounded by people who seem deeply committed to being the opposite.
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Cleaner and more deliberate than most of the outpost. Someone trying to preserve habits from a different life.
References:
Simon Tam (Firefly)
Milo Minderbinder (Catch-22)
16. Private Johnny “The Ladle” / Jenny “The Ladle”
27th Border Outpost’s cook. Officially responsible for feeding the unit, unofficially responsible for listening to everyone’s complaints (and pretending not to hear them).
Requirements:
Mandatory: The player should have basic cooking skills.
Recommended: None
Appearance:
Military clothing with cooking elements added on top. Slightly stained, slightly improvised.
References:
Samwise Gamgee (The Lord of the Rings)
Sanji (One Piece)
The Civillian Auxiliaries
Volunteers mostly by paperwork rather than conviction — prisoners, opportunists and ordinary people sent to solve a military problem.
17. Randel Shlyaht / Randela Shlyaht
An ordinary villager whose younger brother Narin wandered into a minefield and never came back. They volunteered for the operation in his memory and in the hope of making at least a small part of a very unfair world slightly less unfair.
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Someone who dressed for work and ended up where nobody should have to work.
References:
Merry Brandybuck (The Lord of the Rings)
William Thatcher (A Knight’s Tale)
18. Gavrail Zerenski / Gavraila Zerenska
Former mayor of the village of Dedovo. Rumor has it that during a search of their home, authorities discovered documents linking them to resistance activities against Sevenhillean rule.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Simple aristocratic or municipal clothing.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Modest but respectable clothing that suggests local authority rather than wealth.
References:
Ned Stark (Game of Thrones)
Chorbadji Marko (Under the Yoke)
19. Kaillu Leonan
An elf from Plovdiv known to most as Leo. Kaillu claims to suffer from a condition that causes an uncontrollable urge to steal. Recently, they accidentally stole an Old Imperial device from a stranger. Unfortunately, the device turned out to be traceable. Kaillu joined the operation hoping to earn their freedom back.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Player should provide visible elven features (ears at minimum).
Recommended: Fast hands.
Appearance:
Practical layers, light accessories and the feeling that not every item was originally theirs.
References:
Han Solo (Star Wars)
Moist von Lipwig (Discworld)
20. Zelek Vilenski / Zeleka Vilenska
Municipal councillor of the village of Kozarsko with a strong ambition to become its next mayor. Upon hearing about the operation, they immediately volunteered in the hope of impressing voters and returning home as a local hero.
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: Good communication and public speaking skills.
Appearance:
Respectable but slightly overdressed for field work. Clothes chosen by someone expecting to be seen
References:
Gilderoy Lockhart (Harry Potter)
Donald Trump (Real World)
21. Ervil “Weasel” Flax / Ervila “Weasel” Flax
A deserter from the Northern War. Captured shortly after fleeing and spared the gallows after a suspiciously long legal process, participation in this operation became one of the conditions for staying alive.
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: Basic combat skills.
Appearance:
Someone trying not to look military anymore.
References:
Yossarian (Catch-22)
Bronn (Game of Thrones)
22. Savin Orvar / Savina Orvar
A citizen of Plovdiv and member of a wealthy Berenist family. Arrested during a protest against the Belitsa Operation after a small group of activists attempted to throw excrement at the gates of the General Headquarters. Savin agreed to join the operation in exchange for freedom.
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: Pay additional attention to the Kingdom’s history in the setting deep dive.
Appearance:
Well-kept clothing that suggests comfort rather than luxury.
References:
Sansa Stark (Game of Thrones)
Tom Wambsgans (Succession)
23. Alrig Vrenbold / Alrida Vrenbold
Former chairman of the Veterans’ Union and reserve officer of the Sevenhillean Armed Forces. Removed from office after being accused of attempted murder and causing grievous bodily harm. For them, this mission is both a sweet reminder of the Good Old Days and a chance to soften the sentence.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Appropriately aged look for a veteran.
Recommended: Familiarity with military themes for improvisation purposes.
Appearance:
An aging military look that has seen better days. Carrying the energy of someone who still behaves like rank should solve arguments.
References:
Walter Sobchak (The Big Lebowski)
Robert Baratheon (Game of Thrones)
24. Dorso “The Griffin” Sandler / Doris “The Griffin” Sandler
Dorso is the former coach of Plovdiv’s Green Griffins Blood Bowl team. After years of rumors involving corruption and financial schemes, the City Watch finally found enough evidence to arrest them. Joining the operation seemed preferable to staying in prison and significantly preferable to meeting disappointed fans.
Requirements:
Mandatory: General knowledge in sports for improvisation purposes.
Recommended: Familiarity with the LARP version of Blood Bowl.
Appearance:
Someone trying to preserve the image of a public figure under unfortunate circumstances.
References:
Ted Lasso (Ted Lasso)
Johnny Cage (Mortal Kombat)
25. Verdan Novogor / Verdana Novogor
Long-serving treasurer of the Royal Treasury and suspect in a series of financial irregularities that remain completely unproven. They joined the operation voluntarily in an attempt to clear their name and improve public reputation.
Requirements:
Mandatory: A “luxurious” wealthy outfit
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Clean fabrics, good materials and practical elegance that looks out of place at a military worksite.
References:
Littlefinger (Game of Thrones)
26. Renfrid Bjorn / Renfrida Bjorn
A Viking and helmsman of a racing drakkar from the northern districts. Their crew were arrested during an illegal race near the Citadel on Adata Island. Volunteering for the operation shortens the sentence. Although they do seem slightly too entertained by the idea of crossing a field full of explosives.
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Northern clothing with details suggesting movement, weather and a life spent outdoors.
References:
Ragnar Lothbrok (Vikings)
Eivor (Assassin’s Creed Valhalla)
27. Igor Bonk/ Greta Bonk
A homeless drifter from the capital. Honest drinking is among life’s remaining pleasures. One unfortunate evening, Igor relieved himself in front of the Royal Palace – an act the City Watch interprets as an insult to the Kingdom.
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Player should look like a homeless person.
References:
The Dude (The Big Lebowski)
Frank Gallagher (Shameless)
28. Keyrin Kavillaar
The youngest child of House Kavillaar. After their father was accused of petty theft during the Famine preceding the Belitsa Operation, Keyrin agreed to join the mission in his place in order to restore the family’s name.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Player should provide visible elven features (ears at minimum).
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Well-kept elven clothing with signs of recent compromise..
References:
Faramir (The Lord of the Rings)
Mulan (Mulan)
29. Boreg “The Hammer”
One of the most skilled weaponsmiths in Plovdiv. During the Belitsa Operation, borderguards intercepted a caravan of his weapons on its way to the lands of the Noldor. Rather than hanging him on the spot, the authorities decided his talents would be more useful on this mission.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Player must portray a male character.
Recommended: Some familiarity with weapons and metalworking for improvisation purposes.
Appearance:
Strong workwear
References:
Gendry Baratheon (Game of Thrones)
Hattori Hanzō (Kill Bill)
30. Salvador René
A renowned swordsman drawn to beauty in all its forms and with no regard to gender. Recently challenged to a duel by Baron Repritz of Plovdiv after sleeping with his wife, Salvador was moments away from winning when the City Watch arrived and arrested him.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Player must portray a male character and be a capable duelist.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
Elegant but practical.
References:
Inigo Montoya (The Princess Bride)
Oberyn Martell (Game of Thrones)
31. Krakas / Xerenia
A renegade mage raised in an orphanage in Plovdiv. After discovering a strong magical talent at an early age, they taught themselves magic instead of following the official path. Upon reaching adulthood, they refused mandatory registration in the Sevenhillean Armed Forces and were arrested.
Requirements:
Mandatory: Should be comforrable with playing a mage.
Recommended: None.
Appearance:
A sorcerer look, distinct from both military and academic mages.
References:
Morrigan (Dragon Age)
Yennefer of Vengerberg (The Witcher)
32. Maurice Fenkrana / Morisa Fenkrana
A professor at the Military Institute. During a lecture, Maurice openly criticized the Kingdom’s military doctrine. The remarks attracted enough attention that the Institute decided to send them on field research. Indefinitely.
Requirements:
Mandatory: None.
Recommended: Familiarity with military topics.
Appearance:
Academic first, field researcher second
References:
Robert Ford (Westworld)
Professor Farnsworth (Futurama)
