| Medieval fantasy fiction | |
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 Medieval high fantasy in literature, film and games | |
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Authors |
Marion Zimmer Bradley, Terry Brooks, Michael Ende, Ken Follett, William Goldman, Grimm Brothers, Robin Hobb, Ursula K. LeGuin, C.S. Lewis, George R.R. Martin, Patricia A. McKillip, Robin McKinley, J.R.R. Tolkien |
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Films |
Cinderella, The Dark Crystal, Enchanted, Ladyhawke, Lord of the Rings, The Neverending Story, The Princess Bride, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs |
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Television |
Camelot, Game of Thrones, Gummi Bears, Merlin, The Mists of Avalon, Pillars of the Earth, The Smurfs, Xena: Warrior Princess |
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Live Action Role Play |
Amtgard, Belegarth, Dagorhir |
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Role-playing games |
Dungeons & Dragons |
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Video games |
Age of Empires, Assassin's Creed, Dragon Warrior, Final Fantasy, The Legend of Zelda, Medieval: Total War, Oblivion, Stronghold, World of Warcraft |
Live-Action Role-Play or LARP groups frequently engage in costumed mock combat using foam weapons based upon or influenced by medieval fantasy or science fiction literature. Unlike medieval societies, which emphasize historical authenticity, LARP groups freely engage in fantasy fiction scenarios and emphasize fun. Mock combat is often the central feature of LARP activities, and participants may be encouraged to develop characters with classes, skill levels and magical abilities (much like the characters of classic role-playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons). Notable LARP groups include Dagorhir, Amtgard and Belegarth.