“It’s been ten years. I propose HPMOR Anniversary Parties.” by Screwtape
Feb 18, 2025
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Celebrating a decade since the conclusion of a beloved fan fiction, the discussion revolves around organizing global anniversary parties. Fans are encouraged to reconnect and share memories of how the story influenced their lives over the years. The excitement for new fans is palpable, with an invitation to join in the celebration. This gathering offers a chance for both long-time readers and newcomers to unite and explore the lasting legacy of this unique narrative.
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Quick takeaways
The proposed HPMOR Anniversary Parties aim to foster community connections among fans, celebrating shared experiences from the past decade.
The initiative will provide resources and support for organizing local gatherings, encouraging personal stories to highlight HPMOR's lasting impact within its community.
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Celebrating a Decade of HPMOR
The ten-year anniversary of 'Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality' (HPMOR) is being proposed as an opportunity for fans to come together and celebrate their shared experiences. Many fans have been encouraged to organize local gatherings to reminisce about the impact of the story and discuss how it has shaped their lives over the past decade. These anniversary parties serve not only as a celebration but also as a means for fans, both long-time and new, to connect with each other in person. The initiative highlights the significance of community-building among HPMOR followers, fostering relationships that can last for years.
Engagement and Community Support
The podcast outlines a plan for coordinating anniversary parties by providing resources for anyone interested in hosting an event. Fans can fill out a form to register their parties, which will be compiled and made accessible to help attendees find gatherings in their cities. Additionally, there is an offer of reimbursement for food and supplies to encourage participation and enhance the experience of these meetups. The creator of the proposal also expresses interest in collecting personal stories from those who have been touched by HPMOR, underscoring the lasting influence the work has had within its community.
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Celebrating a Decade of HPMOR: Anniversary Party Proposal
On March 14th, 2015, Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality made its final post. Wrap parties were held all across the world to read the ending and talk about the story, in some cases sparking groups that would continue to meet for years. It's been ten years, and think that's a good reason for a round of parties.
If you were there a decade ago, maybe gather your friends and talk about how things have changed. If you found HPMOR recently and you're excited about it (surveys suggest it's still the biggest on-ramp to the community, so you're not alone!) this is an excellent chance to meet some other fans in person for the first time!
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I’ll keep track of it and publish a collection of [...]
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