SUPERCON 2013! (Image Heavy Post!)

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What a weekend! So I finally got around to getting this year's Supercon post up and running. This was my first year at the event (I'm mostly a veteran MegaCon attendee in Orlando) and since I couldn't go there this year, decided I'd give this con a shot. Wow, it did not disappoint. 

early morning before the crowds arrived/all tables were set up

There were cosplayers, celebrities, artists, events, panels galore. I met TONS of great people, and learned about many great geek niche businesses trying to get off the ground (and a few others that are well established but always favorites). We got there nice and early right after doors were open, and immediately headed into the showroom. I will say, since I was there Sunday (the last day) things were considerably cleaned out (but what was left was good and cheap still, so whatever). There were collectible weapons, plushies, figurines, lanyards, pins, patches, miniatures (miniature TARDISes, lightsabers, fezzes, etc.)--literally all the things to make a hardcore fangirl;boy/geek/gamer go wild (and bankrupt). As I was on a hella tight budget, I only got a few things but had a feast of cosplays to photograph: 

Homestuckers

TF2 Scout

furries. 

Princess Bubblegum

Link

Human TARDIS

More Homestuck

Conventions: where you can find pretty girls in pretty kimonos even in the bathroom

John Stewart 

The Wreck-It-Ralph crew

Cutest Princess Peach and Toad!

Psylocke

Black Widow

MOTHERFUCKIN BEETLEJUICE

League of Legends' Vi

You can't see it but Storm's eyes were cloudy and white.

Some Alice in Wonderlanders

Shadow Sora

Final Fantasy cosplayers

Mad Hatter

CUTIE POO HATSUNE MIKU with LEEK!!

Darkstalkers' Felicia

Baby Hulk

Deadpool

Pregnant Daenerys

I know, I know! You want more Supercon goodness.

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Along with the cosplays, I had the pleasure of meeting tons of entrepreneurs that really immersed themselves into the things they loved:

This is Arielle Hill, creator of Drellie Garden at PeachSeas.com. They're basically dragons that take on the appearance of their favorite foods, becoming the cutest fucking little things you have ever seen. I tried to throw money at her but she stayed professional--I on the other hand, melted on the spot. 

This is Comic Nation, run by old friends of yours truly! Imagine my surprise to see them selling the best of the best in comic land? I ended up picking up some great issues with them (some new 52 Wonder Womans and a Green Lantern). Very, very cool. They're con-only at the moment, so keep an eye out!

This was the fantabulous Homestuck booth. Super nice guys, had TONS of great Homestuck merch--but alas, I was Brokesville by that point. Didn't have time for an interview since the Kevin Smith show ran late; what a shame. 

The lovely Sugarfueled art by Michael Banks (and his lovely wife Sarah to the left)! Check out his creepy/flippin' adorable art here.

For some excellent superhero art, check out Danny Haas--his infamous Iron Man piece has been blowing up on the web.

One of my personal favorites ever, Silvertales! She'll be providing art for my upcoming gaming store (updates coming soon on that front) in the next few months, so I'm hella excited for that.

Morgan Wilson, aka Lux Nova on Deviant Art! Another one of my absolute faves, her art is sexy and delightful.

I had originally thought I lost this artist's information but it turned up just as I was the most sad! Her name is Sasha Yosselani, and she has downright incredible work. Her stuff is highly detailed, and I fully recommend a look around her site.

This charming purple haired girl is the creator of Kawaii Universe--a company specializing in the creation of very long lasting, reapplicable kawaii stickers and adorable goods that can liven up any space. Every year I see them at cons and I'm always drawn to their booth. Purchases can be made here, if you're so inclined (their stuff is great quality)!

These gentlemen were representing Prototype PC, where they'll build you the best possible computer for the cheapest price. Here you can get machines to rival Alienware and Razer in performance, without the crazy prices associated with the brand. Here are a couple pics of their handiwork/booth:

These are the Cosplay Medics, a totally cute cosplay ensemble I met at Supercon. They take it upon themselves to help cosplayers with broken or damaged costumes and restore them the best they can! Like a group of Nurse Joys for cosplayers. 

These is our local Ghostbusters squad, the 305 Ghostbusters! They specialize in prop building for aspiring Ghostbuster cosplayers, as well as show up for fundraiser events in full Ghostbuster regalia! Very, very cool; although, apologies to the gent on the left, I wasn't aware he was a part of the 305ers until he approached me with a card after the shot! 

I also met some of my favorite stars:

Walter Emanuel Jones, (aka Zack Taylor from Power Rangers) who looks EXACTLY the same as he did during the show (and called me sexy! omg!).

David Yost (Billy Cranston, the Blue Ranger--and my personal favorite ranger). Super sweet guy.

Richard Horvitz, the voice of Zim from Invader Zim, Daggett from Angry Beavers, Raz from Psychonauts... I could go on all day! He was totally awesome!

I also met Jennifer Hale (and got a picture with her, but I look like flaming baboon ass so I will refrain from exposing you to that) and had a ridiculously long talk with her--almost 30 minutes!! My Mass Effect fangirl self exploded and came back to life (not by Cerberus means this time). I also met Traci Lords, my personal hair idol. Her agent was a douchebag though, so no photos.

There were tons of things to look at around the con, but some of my favorites were:

what i'd give to take home this TARDIS autographed by River Song...

And finally, my highlight of the day was seeing Kevin Smith and Jay Mewes live for their podcast, Why Bry? recorded right there at Supercon! I got to the main stage way earlier (almost three hours!) and caught the Power Rangers 20th Anniversary Panel: 

Only to have the show be delayed by a full hour! But the reason for the delay was Jay Mewes surprise appearance at the show (which, when he walked on stage I damn near freaked out) so I was totally and utterly okay with it. The place was PACKED: 

But, this was my view: 

So yeah, waiting most def paid off. I laughed my ass off listening to these guys, and had an amazing day in total. Will definitely go again next year! Let me know if any of you go and we'll chill at Supercon 2014!

Oh! I almost forgot: for those of you who want to laugh as hard as I did at Jay and Silent Bob's antics, you can listen to Why, Bry? at the SModcast page, listed here!