Event Reviews

I cant wait for G-Fest 2010 next july because the special guest will be famed Japanese actor Akira Takarada who was in 6 Godzilla movies including the original 1954 Godzilla movie. There will also be 6 movies that will be shown at the Pickwick theatre 1 Son of Godzilla 1967 Godzilla vs. Mothra 1992 Godzilla 2000 1999 Godzilla x Megagirus 2000 Godzilla vs. the Sea Monster 1966 Godzilla 1954. Of those 6 movies Akira Takarada is in 3 of them. The convention will be friday the 9th and saturday the 10th and sunday the 11th. However 4 of the 6 movies will be showing on the 8th thursday july 2010. I cant wait to go to the dealers room and buy lots of memorabilia!

Airship Isabella had the honor of being guests at Comicpalooza 2010. Our crew had a great experience and were impressed by the caliber of the guests and the professionalism of the staff. The participants were wonderful and the atmosphere was really friendly. Ray Parks pulled out a participants light saber and decided to give impromptu lessons to the crowd in the middle of the dealers room! You don't get better than that!

I look to see a lot more of these guys in the future.

I cannot say enough about Gencon. I have been going to Gencon for 7 years now and I have to say this is the event I look forward to.

It is Huge! Taking over the Indianapolis Convention center, as well as several hotels, this is the biggest Convention I go to.

Pro: Games Games everywhere! True Dungeon; Huge Dealers room (Event hall); Killer Panels (I have spent entire conventions going to their panels); Sky walk Air conditioned walkways to just about all parts of the convention.

Cons: It is so huge you will never be able to do it all; pricey ($65+ to get in, plus you have to buy tickets to get into the various games and other activities, Panels are mostly all free though); Parking (Expect to pay like $20 a day for parking, unless you don't mind walking several blocks)

The Pros on this one very out weigh the cons. It is a very fun experience. Also there are plenty of places to eat within walking distance of the convention, including a Mall food court.

I highly recommend Gencon.

Stephen "Shmoo"

As an attendee since Year 2, CoastCon is my fannish hometown and part of my annual must-do list. It's a broad-spectrum convention with a little something for everyone, a wonderful variety of guests and the best darned folks I know.

Although it was rocked back on its heels by Hurricane Katrina back in 2005, CoastCon has not only survived but continues to build once more even as its Gulf Coast surroundings likewise do. It's the warm, wonderful fannish community that wouldn't let it die that keep me coming back. They put the life in this party.

While the present venue does have a pricey food-service with an exclusive contract, I wouldn't hold that against CoastCon. After all, there's plenty of off-site affordable eats to be found. :)

Come on and join the fun!

I have been going to Mobicon for a few years now, and I must say it is a very fun little convention. Mobicon is not very large, but the people are very friendly and there is always something to do. It is one of my highlights each year.

I apologize for posting this twice... I'm a bit new to the site and didn't notice that the reviews and the comments were not the same :)

I have been going to CoastCon for a good 16+ years now, and it is a hell of a good time. The people are nice, the games are welcoming, and guests tend to be very approachable.

Pros: Fun atmosphere, Small but not confining, good People, Generally lots to do

Cons: The Venue is nice and spacious, but is subject to overpriced, not very tasty food. Most con goers jump out for food to save money.

Over all a great con though. I have enjoyed it so much that I have been volunteering the last few years to help make the con even better.

I hope to see you next year.

Stephen "Shmoo"

This event had a great artist area which included Ben Templesmith (Choker, wormwood), Larry Elmore (Dungeons and Dragons), David Mack (Kabuki) and Rob Liefeld (Deadpool, Cable) among others.

Additionally there were some great celebrities there including James Hampton (Slingblade), Bruce Campbell (Army of Darkness) and Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca), as well as others. It was great getting to see a few of theses folks up close.

The dealer room was large and good deals were there to be found. I had a great time for the few hours I able to attend.

Best Moment:
Ben Templesmith signing my books and posing for a picture.

this con was very pleasing lots of books not many toys but lots of artist and very well organized...i enjoyed myself and got lots of great deals

Overall this was a decent comic book convention. Loads of comic books, a few toys, good deals and great guests.

Pros:
The guests were pretty good. Having Rob Liefeld is never a bad thing.

Cons:
Small venue with little atmosphere.