Our annual charity auction supporting the Cyctic Fibrosis Foundation.

Are you a science fiction fan? A rock and roll fan? A 60's sci-fi TV fan? A David Bowie fan? Oh baby have we got a treat for you. Jason Seaux is debuting his newest masterpiece - MAJOR TOM AND THE SPIDERS FROM MARS. He'll have a break out session to answer all of your questions about the concept, the execution, the magnificant colorists involved - Christiano Cruz and Jeremy Ruby as well as all other WAM! Comics related questions.

Nick Davis is the creator of Night Guardians and an indie comic creator with over 15 years of experience in publishing comics books on a shoe-string budget. In this panel, Nick will talk about how to start making your comic book, some of the tools you need, some of the tools you should think about picking up, how to get your work printed and some of the avenues you can use to get the word out about your work.

Tara Sands has lent her voice to a cadre of unforgettable characters, from classic series like Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh! and Hunter X Hunter, and modern masterpieces like Jujutsu Kaisen, Tiger & Bunny, and My Hero Academia. Dive into her experiences at 4Kids Entertainment and discover her podcast, 4Kids Flashback. Don't miss your chance to ask Tara your burning questions in this engaging audience Q&A session!

The Cosplay contest will take place at 3:30 on Saturday April 27 in the Panel Room on the show floor (Master categories must be prejudged at 2:30pm). You MUST register for the contest by 2pm in Cosplay Alley. Trophies and Con cash awarded in the categories listed below. Con Cash is treated as a gift card at all of our vendors and can be used on April 27 & 28 2024 at this show only. There is no trade in cash value for Con-Cash.

Best in Show - $200 Con Cash
Team - $200 Con Cash
Masters - 1st- $100 Con Cash
Masters - 2nd- $50 Con Cash
Adult - 1st- $100 Con Cash
Adult - 2nd- $50 Con Cash
Kids - 1st- $100 Con Cash
Kids - 2nd- $50 Con Cash

Five Honorable Mentions - $20 Con Cash Each

Our annual charity auction supporting the Cyctic Fibrosis Foundation.

This panel addresses various reasons why people may be hesitant to cosplay (too expensive? too difficult? What if no one likes it?) and tires to encourage people to give this crazy hobby a try.

For novice and expert foamsmiths alike, Sharon Rose and Maiacat Cosplay explain practical EVA foam crafting tips to help you build realistic armor pieces, props, and accessories for cosplay. Learn the basics to successfully design, pattern, shape, assemble, seal, layer, detail and faux finish your own customized costumes using this versatile material.

What do cosplay, dungeons and dragons, RC cars, Nerf guns, and model trains have in common? They are just some of the hobbies that can benefit from 3D printing. If you’re thinking about getting started in 3D printing or just curious, come and learn some basics.