Hey Calico,
If you don't want to wait until August to meet up with folks, we actually have something coming up next Saturday, and also on two weekends in July that you might be interested in! Alliance is currently working through adopting rules revisions, and we're holding official playtests to help determine what works and what doesn't. All the information you need is on our Facebook group, and we'd absolutely love to have you there to help provide a brand new player's perspective. This upcoming playtest is in Santa Clara, in the South Bay, but the July ones may potentially be more on the peninsula. If you can make it, it'd be great to have you! These playtests are free, and no garb or costuming (aside from armor, if you're using any) is required.
Thank you
Chris Fernandez (Tevas)
Alliance San Francisco Playtest Coordinator
Alliance LARP Playtest Community Manager