Xadune Attendance SurveyAttendance SurveyThis survey is anonymous and confidential, unless you provide personal identifying information.The results of this survey will be used to inform improvements at Xadune. Results will only be visible to Xadune Staff. Aggregation of results may be discussed with Xadune players at large as explanations (e.g., based on the responses from the Xadune Attendance Survey, we are moving forward with a solution), but no identifying information will be divulged. If you are willing to discuss your answers with Xadune Staff, there is an option to provide contact information at the end of the survey. This is completely voluntary and will not impact the weight of your answers. What best describes your experience with Xadune? *Currently attend regularlyCurrently attend occasionallyAttended previously but no longer attendConsidered attending but have never attendedOtherHow did you first hear about Xadune? *Friend or FamilyGoogle/Web SearchSocial Media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)DiscordConvention (MomoCon, DragonCon)Physical Advertisement (Flyer)OtherApproximately when did you first hear about Xadune? *What is your age group? *Younger than 1717-2223-2728-3334-3940-4647-5050+What is your gender? *GenderFemaleMaleAgender/Non-BinaryOtherPrefer not to sayWhat is your highest level of formal education? *EducationSome High SchoolHigh School or Equivalent DiplomaSome CollegeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeDoctoratePrefer not to sayPrior to LARPing, which of the following hobbies or communities were you involved in? *Tabletop RPGs (D&D, Pathfinder, etc.) or online roleplayingBoard gamesCollectible card gamesVideo gamesCosplayRenaissance FairesHistorical reenactmentCrafting/SewingWoodworking/MetalworkingWriting/creative writingFitness or Martial artsPaintball/AirsoftConventionsFiction LiteratureNon-Fiction LiteratureCamping/hiking/outdoor recreationAnime/Manga/ComicsGoth/alternative/steampunk communitiesOtherFormer PlayersWhat factors contributed to not attending Xadune again/more recently? Select all that apply. *Friends weren't attendingDid not enjoy XaduneDidn't have appropriate costume/gearWeatherHealthDidn't like accommodationsAnother event took priorityTravel distance/costWorkScheduling conflictFood/other costsDidn't feel connected to current storyTicket costSocial/interpersonal concernsFamily responsibilitiesDidn't have a character I wanted to playOtherWas there anything Xadune could have reasonably changed or done differently which would have made you more likely to return? *Would you consider attending Xadune again in the future? *DefinitelyProbablyMaybeProbably NotDefinitely NotCurrent PlayersBefore Xadune, how much LARP experience did you have? *None1-2 EventsRegular Boffer LARPerRegular Boffer Sport LARPer (Belegarth, Amtgard, etc.)Regular Parlor LARPer (Vampire the Masquerade, etc.)Organizer/Staff at another gameWhat were the biggest factors in your decision to try Xadune? *Setting/themeStory/plotFriend already attendedSomeone personally invited meCombat/game mechanicsRoleplayCostLocationScheduleCommunity/reputationCostumingSaw it at a convention/eventOnline content/photosOtherBefore attending Xadune, which factors - if any - made you hesitate? *Not knowing anyoneCostTravelAccommodations/CabinsCostume requirementsCharacter creationRules complexityAmount of loreCombatRoleplaying/improvPhysical accessibilitySocial anxietySafety concernsTime commitmentDidn't know what would actually happenOtherThink about the most recent Xadune event you considered attending but didn't. What contributed to that decision? *Scheduling conflictWorkFamily responsibilitiesHealthTicket costFood/other costsTravel distance/costWeatherDidn't have appropriate costume/gearDidn't have a character I wanted to playDidn't feel connected to current storyFriends weren't attendingSocial/interpersonal concernsAnother event took priorityJust didn't feel like LARPingOtherWas there anything Xadune could realistically have changed that would have made you attend that event? *YesNoOtherHow many Xadune events would you ideally attend in a typical calendar year? *1-34-67-910+How long have you been playing Xadune?0-1 Years1-3 Years3-6 Years6-10 Years10-15 Years15+ YearsFirst Event ExperienceHow did you arrive at your first event? *I traveled with a current Xadune playerI traveled with another new Xadune playerI traveled by myselfI traveled with another person who did not attend the eventOtherDid you know anyone at your first Xadune event prior to attending? *Yes, I was friends with Xadune players or Staff prior to attendingYes, I met Xadune players or Staff in-person at a convention or social eventYes, I talked with Xadune players or Staff online on Discord or social media and met them for the first time on siteNoDid you speak with Xadune Staff prior to attending your first event? *Yes, on DiscordYes, via emailYes, in personYes, otherNoThinking back to your first Xadune event, how would you rate the following?1 = Strongly Disagree; 5 = Strongly AgreeI understood enough of the rules to participate. *012345I felt comfortable asking questions. *012345I felt safe. *012345I felt included in the story. *012345Other players engaged with me. *012345My character had meaningful things to do. *012345I felt included socially. *012345Staff engaged with me. *012345I had fun. *012345After my first event, I wanted to attend another. *012345Potential PlayersDo you have prior LARP experience? *Yes, other boffer LARPsYes, boffer sport LARPs (Belegarth, Amtgard, etc.)Yes, parlour/salon LARPs (Vampire the Masquerade, etc.)Yes, as an organizer/staff at another LARPNoWhat has inhibited you from attending your first Xadune event? *Not knowing anyoneCostTravelCabins/accommodationsCostume requirementsCharacter creationRules complexityAmount of loreCombatRoleplaying/improvPhysical accessibilitySocial anxietySafety concernsTime commitmentDon't know what would actually happenOtherOPTIONALProviding your name and/or email address will negate the anonymity of the survey. This is completely optional and will not impact the weight of your previous answers. Would you be willing to discuss your answers with Xadune Staff confidentially?This is completely optional.YesNoYour NameYour Email AddressSubmitSave as Draft
