We have a mission. To figure out the best fictional dad in all of history. Join us in a bracket style competition to find a new father to adopt us all!
Jump into the world of music making and learn all about anime song writing & production! Get inspired and learn about the skills you need to make your own anime style song. Great for all ages.
Think you can beat all the trials from the show Squid Game? Well, prove it. Here's your chance to win that tasty, tasty grand prize, but you'll have to defeat all the other players first. Good luck.
The Amiibo tournament returns!, welcome one and all, bring your own amiibos or choose from a select group of amiibos as they battle it out to see who is number on in these tournament style matches~!
Whether it's to old classics, anime or video game music, come show off your skills at rhythm games to everyone or have some casual fun! (Please take off your shoes before your performance!)
A multi-sensory and interactive fund experience where participants must solve puzzles and challenges related to brain injury, to understand the difficulties that can arise from brain injuries.
So you know all your Pokémon, your type matchups, all the moves, items, and have a team. But how do you actually win a competitive Pokémon battle? Step aside Geeta, we've got humans to beat.
The Hunters association needs recruits to close the gates before gate breaks can occur. You have unlocked your power, the Hunter's association must test your power to properly rank and assign you.
Join us for a workshop where you create a mini doujinshi from one sheet of paper in less than 90 minutes! No art experience required, and materials are provided.
OtaFactor contestants take the stage once again for a fun and interactive street performance! Join us for an energizing afternoon of anime covers, jpop, idol/vocaloid, and everything in between.
Pacific Rim (2013) is set during the futuristic year of 2025, so what better way to prepare for Kaiju attacks than testing your drift compatibility with a tournament!
Dive into the secrets of Action Fantasy! Discover the pillars of storytelling, analyze popular tropes, and craft dynamic worlds and characters with this interactive panel for fans and writers alike.
Watch as contestants try to draw Pokémon from memory. The results may be a bit... interesting, but the most accurate drawing wins a sticker each round. Come join the fun and watch the chaos unfold!
Guided hand-in-hand by mentors, experience this immersive and fun guide for FFXIV! We'll prepare you for everything you need to know so you can be well-equipped to step foot into the world of Eorzea!
Use voice acting to enhance your TTRPG sessions! Learn techniques to create unique character voices, embody their personalities, and add depth to your RP. Great for Game Masters and players alike!
MILGRAM is an interactive music project created by DECO*27 and Takuya Yamanaka. We'll go over the 1st trial, then watch the music videos for the 2nd, so this panel is for fans and newcomers alike!
Do you want to work in game audio? Join local award winning game audio professional Dillan Schmitz as he covers all the necessary basics and insider tips to breaking into the game audio Industry!
Ever dreamed of moving to Japan? Join former Japanese Exchange & Teaching Programme (JET) alumni as we take you beyond the anime and show you what living and working in Japan as a foreigner is like.
Returning for a second year - Come test your knowledge for amazing prizes (both official and fan made)! Includes 2 cactpot lotto draws! Come early to increase your chances of playing.
Glean some budget-saving tips from the team at Red Kitten Productions. We talk about where your dollars are best spent, how to maximize your look and minimize the wallet drain! Tips on repurposing mat
Take a deep dive into the second-hand embarrassing, "classic," and un-proportional 90s yaoi manga look (those who know will know) with well-intended BL fans.
Are you thinking about how to sell your art like the amazing artists in artist alley? If so, check out this panel for start up / how to info, tips, tricks, and advice from an artist alley veteran!
Hailing from the Calgary area arrives Tozoku (tow-zoo-co). A young nerdcore artist with an infectious stage presence and bouncy delivery style blending together anime and pop culture references.
In this hidden identity game, two teams of players battle to help or hinder a presidential assassination. Who is the president? And who is the assassin? And can you trust who people say they are?
Are you wanting to step into the world of competitive cosplay but don't know where to start? Is it intimidating? Join Red Kitten Productions as we help you navigate the big world of cosplay contests!
Jump into the world of singing songs in Japanese and learn some tricks to get better at learning new songs and overcome even the toughest verses! Great for all ages.
What is Nerdlesque? It's Cosplay Burlesque! Learn all about this wonderful and wacky genre of Burlesque and where it came from, and use it to elevate cosplay performance and costumes.
Are feet or armpits sexier? Do tentacles feel guilt? Who is a better romantic partner: Wario or Waluigi? We have no idea. Seriously, this is hard. Come watch us debate anime's most perverted topics!
Have some laughs and some prizes as we come up with answers on the spot to a variety of whacky situations in the Pokémon universe! Would you drink the Squirtle water? Find out here!
Learn how to use design theory principles to create stunning costumes with examples, live demonstrations, and actionable insights to enhance your cosplay design.
Fanfiction is a fantastic creative medium, but it's even better when it's CURSED! Join us in creating our very worst masterpiece yet, and have your name in the credits on the big screen (that is, AO3)
Do you miss the look of retro anime? Do you still watch your worn-out bootleg tapes on a CRT? Are you just an old soul? Come join a bunch of like-minded weirdos for a celebration of the classics!
Hello and welcome back. I return once more to have a frank discussion about the portrayal of Queerness in Anime and Manga. Audience participation is encouraged and there will be cat photos at the end.
It's karaoke time! Have an anime song in mind you want to sing? Then come on in! We'll be using the official Joysound Karaoke app on the Nintendo Switch.
Come on in and learn about the most unhinged medium to grace the otaku sphere as we peruse through various visual novel scenes from a plethora of different genres. Steamy ones included. (・ω
"Guess that fandom" from a list of tags, ships, and other statistics from the popular fan fiction site, Archive Of Our Own (AO3). Bring your phone; we're playing KAHOOT!
