Figured since I'm going to Otakon, I'd run a bit of a journal of sorts for you guys, heh. Nothing too major, like most announcements you'd find on ANN and other such sites, but little tidbits, gossip, what-have-you that happens there.
Otakon this year runs from Friday, July 29th through the 31st. I'm attending all three days, got a hotel closer by so I don't have as far a drive as I would otherwise. I'm taking my camera with me, plan to attend as many panels as I can (well, as many, plus autograph sessions, plus shopping there...my poor wallet). We'll see what I get, eh? Expect pictures, at least :)
Now I do have a question. I did attend Otakon last year but the way I did it was rather unorganized (didn't think until the day before to try and reason out the schedule). I'm determined to be more prepared this year, trying ot set up a schedule and whatnot. I'm bringing some snacks in a backpack, some water too (going to be near 100 again, joy. Though at least I'm not cosplaying), a few things to have autographed, poster tube (for any posters I may get, don't want to fold it up). Anyone with any experience, or even non-experience but good advice, can you think of stuff?
I'll let you guys know how it goes :)
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You seem far better prepared than I ever was at a con.
Have sharpies with you for autographs...they usually have them, but if you run into VAs randomly and they're willing to sign, they may not be prepared. And make sure you eat and drink enough, sounds like you're ready for that, but no sense feeling ill because of it and ruining your experience. Oh, and plan in waiting in line for signings and panels, otherwise you may not get into them at all.
I don't have any suggestions, having never gone to one of these, but you already seem to know what you're doing. I think there's something in Phoenix once in a while that is close enough that I could go to, but I think I would feel so intimidated by the hardcore fans. I hope you have fun. You're a brave brave person.
If you see anything cool related to Clannad or Tsubasa (manga only on that one, though), let me know. I'll reimburse you. hee hee
Otakon is one of the largest conventions in the country, isn't it? I really only have limited experience going to a few small to mid-sized conventions myself, where I'll generally make time to go to a few panels that look interesting and spend the rest of my time either hitting up the dealers' room or playing Rock Band or something with fellow otaku.
Also, sorry I've kind of been neglecting this blog. Unfortunately, I don't have easy access to Wolf's Rain, which makes it hard for me to follow along with the discussions. I saw Kate's post down there about Usagi Drop and how we could post about other random things we've seen lately, and I did just finish Outlaw Star, so perhaps that would be worth a post on my part.
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