Necronomicon (role-playing convention)

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Necronomicon, a role playing convention, is run by Shadow Games Inc. It is a "role playing convention that specialises in horror and cathartic games". The convention has been running since 1989, with convention details since 1998 available on the Internet.

The convention has been run at Newtown High School since its inception, however in 2007, Newtown High School changed its mind about hiring the venue to Shadow Games Inc. Necronomicon is looking for a new home.

[edit] Short Sharp Shocks

Necronomicon is famous in the Sydney roleplaying community for its "Short Sharp Shocks". "Short Sharp Shocks were originally created as vehicles for designers to present unusual ideas in a dark fantasy or horror setting". Most conventions accept any game that is offered to them to be run, but the 3 "Short Sharp Shocks" games are invitational only. Any game designer that has proven their consistency, quality and ability could be invited to write one of these games.

Teams who play each of the three games have the chance to win the coveted "Short Sharp Shocks" trophy, which is decided by the three game designers.

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