Are you a reckless D&D player or a long-suffering DM? Come share your stories of tabletop gaming - from utter, tragic failure to the most unexpected of triumphs, we want to hear them here!
Things you wouldn't expect a Transformer to turn into. Things Edward Elric should never transmute. Things a Pokémon Trainer should never shout out during a battle. Come check out all our Anime Things!
There's a wide variety of AMVs to choose from, from drama to comedy to action, and we'll be showcasing them throughout the con! You can watch as many as you like and you can stay as long as you want; a perfect opportunity to take a break in between panels and events.
Friday May 16, 2025 11:00am - 2:30pm MDT Macleod E1
A guide from convention veterans for convention rookies. Learn about convention etiquette, do's and don'ts, red flags to watch for and tips for staying safe while still having a great time.
Femboys vs. Tomboys? Is Smash Bros. a fighting game? Is it weird to own a dakimakura? Come watch our debaters argue the absurd, answering the most bizarre anime questions you wish you'd never asked!
The Gundam franchise has always come up with some odd names. Can you spell them correctly? Come and join us in being the best speller of the Universal Century!
Joe Carol Brain attempts to hire Dr. Black Jack on a breed of superhumans that have the strength, intellectual, athletic, and artistic skills with great excel in different fields, only to later find out that they start deteriorating after some period of time and causing an untimely death. Joe needs Dr. Black Jack's help on finding a cure.
Friday May 16, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT Macleod E3
Said to be humanity's natural enemy, formidable dragons that belong to an ancient bloodline roam the world. Many shun Ragna, considering him cursed because dragons always seem to attack him and slaughter those close to him, but his goal is simple; ‘Kill all the dragons.’
Friday May 16, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm MDT Macleod E2
These musical, fun to watch AMVs will keep you awake and tapping to the beat! These may feature very artistic and/or mind-candy content, so you'll be able to get your fill!
Friday May 16, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm MDT Macleod E1
Nuku-Nuku is the creation of Kyusaku Natsume's Mentor, Professor Higuchi . When Mishima Industries Brings about a nefarious plot to rule the world. Nuku-Nuku finds herself battling not only someone close to her, but also a past that comes back to haunt her and it may bring Maneki City to its knees.
Friday May 16, 2025 3:30pm - 5:30pm MDT Macleod E4
Hear about life as an Indigenous Artist, cosplay with cultural education, and Treaty 7 history in this panel by Kristicles AKA Kristy North Peigan, a fulltime Blackfoot artist from Piikani Nation!
For nearly two decades (2007 - 2024), Vlad helped with and later headed the Otafest AMV contest, always remaining impartial and keeping his opinion to himself. Join him as he shares highlights and favourites from 18 years of the AMV Contest.
If you've ever seen Game Changer, the only game show where the game changes every show, then you'll definitely understand what's gonna happen here! There will be moments of audience participation.
When will you wear wigs? When you learn how to style them! Join us as we share our most used, beginner-friendly wig styling techniques that are sure to elevate and enhance your next cosplay!
Join the cast of Dork Tales as we lead you through a fully interactive worldbuilding session! With the help of our audience, we'll create a unique world from scratch complete with history, conflicts,
Seiya has just been asked out by one of the girls in his class. He doesn’t particularly want to go on a date with her but she is making a pretty convincing argument for why he should; the barrel of her rifle is currently pressed against his head. What choice does he have?
Friday May 16, 2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm MDT Macleod E3
Have you ever watched Family Feud and thought "huh. that would be interesting if it was Anime"? What about participating in that idea? Well, now's your chance! We've got the crunch you've been craving
Hamaji is a strong and independent girl who lives alone in the mountains. One day she receives a letter from her brother living in Edo, he wants her help in hunting "fuse.” Reaching the big city, she immediately gets lost and ends up meeting Shino, a fuse.
Friday May 16, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm MDT Macleod E4
3rd time's the charm, welcome back to our panel, you will now be blessed with dancing skills~ Join us for a short tutorial and a K-pop random dance for everyone to enjoy.
Come and take a deep dive into an unhinged, frenetic, trippy, and wildly passionate world of experimental AMVs. Probed from AMV infamy as well as the depths of YouTube (and who knows where else), strap in for a journey into the unknown, the unconventional, and the unforgettable.
Friday May 16, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm MDT Macleod E1
Shuji and Chise are two Hokkaido high school students barely starting a relationship with each other. Then, with no warning, a squadron of bombers from an unknown country destroy the city of Sapporo. In the face of erupting war, can their love survive or even blossom?
Friday May 16, 2025 7:30pm - 9:30pm MDT Macleod E2
Do you want to make the GREATEST Shonen Battle Arc of ALL TIME?? Come to this amazing story creation panel, hosted by Chadimus and Jakob Dawson, and make PEAK FICTION with everyone in the audience!
It's Otafest's very own drag show! Headlined by Canada's Drag Race runner-up: Aurora Matrix and featuring local performers Mx Jendr, Valerie Hunt & Dogiichow! We are so pleased that members of Calgary's diverse Drag community will be kicking off the party with some electric lip sync performances! Bring some 5's and don't forget to tip your favourite performer!
Cless Alvein with his close friend Mint Adnade are sent back in time to defeat Dhaos, a sorcerer imprisoned decades ago. With the help of people they meet in their travels, they seek to right the wrongs of Dhaos and return peace to the land for the people in the future.
Friday May 16, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm MDT Macleod E3
Best anime of all time? The best waifus or husbands? In this panel we'll be debating these unanswered questions with our contestants and among the hosts and YOU will be the one to decide the outcome!
Everyone has a favourite waifu, but now you need to prove your worth to them through this challenging and fun game show style battle against players and their waifus to see who's waifu reigns supreme~
Looking for comedy, drama, or romance? Well, you won't find any of that here. But if non-stop, pulse-pounding, adrenaline pumping action is what you want, then you're in the right place. Hold on to your seat, we're going for a ride!
Friday May 16, 2025 9:00pm - 10:00pm MDT Macleod E1
There's a wide variety of AMVs to choose from, from drama to comedy to action, and we'll be showcasing them throughout the con! You can watch as many as you like and you can stay as long as you want; a perfect opportunity to take a break in between panels and events.
Friday May 16, 2025 10:00pm - 11:00pm MDT Macleod E1
What are the best and worst anime inspired video games of all time? Come be a participant in a podcast recorded discussion dedicated to all things in gaming and Anime! Come learn about podcasting!
Do you think you know anime more than your fellow weebs? Then welcome to our panel where we'll be describing YOUR favourite anime in the absolute worst ways possible.
Tired of high school power fantasies? Dive into seinen anime—gritty, surreal, and full of disillusioned businessmen. From Kaiji to Lain, explore the best of mature, thought-provoking anime.
