Exclusive Program Guide Cover Art by Joe Corroney and Hi Fi Studios (Meet him at table 441) THE PHOENIX COMICON 2011 PROGRAMMING GUIDE Star Trek is a registered trademark of Paramount Pictures. Welcome to Phoenix Comicon, the signature pop-culture event of the southwest! If you are new to us, or have never been to a “comicon” before, we welcome you. We present the chance for fans like yourself to meet with your favorite actors and get their autograph (and have your photo taken with them!). We bring out the top comic book writers and artists in the industry, feature many genres from pop culture and present a full weekend of events and activities for you and your family. This weekend is the culmination of efforts by over five hundred volunteers over the past twelve months all with a singular vision of putting on the most fun convention you’ll attend. Festivities kick off Thursday afternoon and continue throughout the weekend. Spend the day checking out the exhibitor hall, meeting actors and writers, buying that hard to find geek item, then attend concerts and dances that last till 2 AM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night. For those who are visiting, even if you are indoors all day, please drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. As you can imagine, we’re stoked for this weekend and can’t wait to show you why the valley of the sun is the most fun place to be this Memorial Day Weekend.

Matt Solberg Convention Director

Table of contents Hours Welcome Letter...... 2 Exhibitor Hall: Hyatt Regency...... 4 (located in North Building Lower Level Halls 4-5) Exhibitor Hall...... 6,7 Thursday...... 4 PM - 9 PM Programming Rooms...... 8,9 Friday...... 10 AM - 7 PM Phoenix Comicon Convention Policies..... 10 Saturday...... 10 AM - 7 PM Exhibitor & Artist Alley Locations...... 12 Sunday...... 10 AM - 5 PM Guest Locations...... 14 Registration: Guests...... 16–18 (located in North Building Lower Level Halls 2-3) Exclusives...... 20 Thursday...... Noon - 9 PM Programming Schedule...... 22­–29 Friday...... 8 AM - 8 PM Film Festival Schedule...... 30–31 Saturday...... 8 AM - 8 PM Sunday...... 8 AM - 4 PM Gaming Schedule...... 32–37 Panel & Event Descriptions...... 38‑56 Programming Hours Phoenix Comicon Facts...... 56 North Building First and Second Floors: Gaming Descriptions...... 58–62 Thursday...... 6:30 PM -11:30 PM Friday...... 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM Saturday...... 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM Sunday...... 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM Hyatt Regency Programming: Thursday...... 6:30 PM - 2 AM Friday...... 10 AM - 2 AM Saturday...... 10 AM - 2 AM Sunday...... 10 AM - 4 PM

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Curfew Signs Daily curfew hours for the city of Phoenix are • The construction and display of signs by from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. for children 15 years attendees is not allowed. This includes but old and younger and midnight to 5 a.m. for 16 is not limited to such signs as “Free Hugs,” and 17 years old. Curfew hours apply seven “Will Yuri for Yaoi,” or “Glomps for Cash”. days a week year round. Children that are on Attendees carrying such signage will be legitimate business authorized by a parent warned and have the sign confiscated. or guardian, or in the care and custody of Phoenix Comicon staff reserves the right another adult, are not in violation of the curfew to revoke the badges of attendees carrying ordinance. Phoenix city ordinance code (pcc such signs. Signs that are a necessary part of 22-3) places responsibility on parents and a costume may be permitted with the guardians to supervise their juvenile children approval of convention staff. For questions Our policies are to ensure the safety and to take custody of them if they violate regarding acceptable signs, please contact: and enjoyment of all of our attendees, guests, curfew. [email protected] volunteers, and exhibitors while working in • The posting of signs is prohibited in all conjunction with federal, state, and local Belongings convention space. laws along with the policies of the Phoenix Phoenix Comicon is not liable for missing Convention Center and the Hyatt Regency. belongings. Lost and Found is located at the Photography Phoenix Comicon Information Desk at the • When taking pictures, please be conscious Phoenix Comicon reserves the right to North Building lower level lobby. of traffic around you and do not block revoke the membership badge of anyone walkways for extended periods. found in violation of these policies. Any Distribution of fliers and other • Please be considerate and ask before taking violation which involves activities prohibited materials pictures of other attendees, guests, or staff. by law will result in notification of the proper There will be no distribution or fliers or other authorities. materials without prior approval of Phoenix Costumes Comicon. Fliers and other materials left in • Above all, Phoenix Comicon is a family- Membership Fees/Badges convention space without approval will be friendly event. Please exercise modesty • Membership fees are non-refundable discarded. when wearing your costume. If Phoenix • Badges must be worn and visible at all Comicon staff feels your costume is too times. Individuals without badges will not be Convention Behavior revealing or offensive to other attendees, allowed in convention space. The following behaviors are not allowed at you may be asked to change. If you have • Acceptance of a Phoenix Comicon Phoenix Comicon: questions about what is acceptable, please membership badge and admission to the • Disruptive or unsafe behavior that disturbs contact: [email protected]. convention constitutes an agreement attendees, volunteers, guests, or exhibitors • All cosplayers must have a clear line of sight to allow Phoenix Comicon, its agents, or • Sleeping in convention space while wearing their costumes. assignees to use your image and/or likeness • Physical or verbal harassment of volunteers, • Shoes are required to be worn while in for advertising or promotion by the Phoenix guests, exhibitors, or other attendees convention space. You may remove your Comicon by any media now known or • Destruction or defacement of Convention shoes for photos if desired, but they must be hereafter devised. Center or hotel property replaced directly after the photo is taken. • It is unlawful to duplicate Phoenix Comicon • Sexual misconduct such as indecent • Roller Skates/Blades may not be worn inside membership badges. exposure, offensive touching, or sexual Convention Center or hotel. • Each badge admits one person to the harassment • Depictions of swastikas are not allowed and Phoenix Comicon. • Unwanted touching without permission of the will be asked to be removed. • Badges are non-transfereable and non- individual such as glomping, hugging, etc. • If your costume has pieces that extend replaceable. • Any activity prohibited by law from it (wings, spikes, armor, etc.) or you are carrying a large prop, please be aware of Animals Hotel Space your surroundings and of people around Service and assistance animals are permitted • Hotel elevators are for hotel guests and you. You may be asked to change your in all public areas and at all times. No other convention staff only. Please do not loiter in costume or remove your prop from animals will be permitted in convention space. hotel elevators. convention space if it is found to be • Please behave respectfully in the hotel space disruptive or dangerous. Firearms and take care not disturb non-convention • Please do not block doorways, walkways, As a licensed liquor establishment, the Phoenix hotel guests. Convention attendees who are or exits with your costume, props, or Convention Center is governed by Arizona law found disturbing other hotel guests on hotel costume pieces. which prohibits the possession of firearms at property are subject to disciplinary action, the Phoenix Convention Center by any person including revocation of membership badge. other than a law enforcement officer. Personal possession of firearms is therefore prohibited, Music including concealed and non-concealed Amplified music is prohibited in convention firearms and weapons. space.

Props/Weapons Dancing Please refer to the Phoenix Comicon Weapons Dancing is not permitted in the Exhibitor Policy on our website for complete information Hall at any time. Dancing is not permitted about props/weapons. in hallways or walkways. If you would like to dance, please do so outside in an open area Children that does not disrupt convention activity. All children age 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult (18+) at all times.

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Exhibitor & Artist Alley locations

'68 Comic...... 102, Combat Lightsaber Infinity Forge DBA Infinity Night Iguana Productions Templar, AZ/Something 104, 106 Specialists...... 812, Herbs...... 346 736 Positive/Girls with Slingshots 69Geist...... 827 713 Ink Fountain...... 330 Nik's Pix...... 353 702 A Collector's Menagerie Comic Wise...... 313, Terry Tibke...... 340 824 412 Japan Toy USA...... 501, Ocho Comics/ Thamee Lay LLC, AB Publishers...... 772, Craigmore Creations... 231 600 Skit Productions...... 311 Immarsh Art...... 251 774 Creeping Violet...... 216 Jar Factory/Bill Farmer Oddity Commodity..... 511 The Adventures of the 19XX Absolute Tyrant...... 754 Crucidel Productions, LLC Color...... 691 OGREshop.com...... 123 739 Adriano Carreon...... 337 121 Jason Jarava...... 257 Onigiri Amigurumi...... 521 The Bijou...... 912 Aesthetic Creations..... 307, Crypt, The Movie...... 833 Jason Palmer...... 122, Opera de Glace...... 354 The Book Rack...... 712 309, 406, 408 Cutie Craze...... 245 124 The Cinema...... 813 Alien Warrior Comedian Jason Pedersen...... 733 Paranoid Onion Laboratories The Desire 4 Freedom 841 D Eclectic Gifts...... 610 Jay Company Comics.... 317, 731 756 Ali-Kat's Curiosities...... 830 Daniela Parvanov...... 737 416 Pepe Melan...... 359 The Devastator...... 840 All 4 Anime...... 418, Dark Goddess Creations Jay's Junque...... 319 Phi3 Comics...... 352 The Grassroots Workshop 420 618 JEFBOT...... 800 Phour Nyne Studios..... 326 734 Allied Integrated Marketing Denae Frazier Studios.... 683 Jesse James Comics/ Planet Neo...... 207, The Konamis...... 856 218 Desert Wind Comics.... 920, Blast from the Past.... 806, 209, 211, 213, 306, 308, The Looking Glass Wars Alya Project...... 339 377 808, 810 310, 312 517 Amber Walkowiak...... 519 DESUDESU de Studio... 410 Jessica Feinberg...... 255 Pop! Goes the Icon...... 237 The Peculiar Magpie.... 728 Anarchy Squared Creations DEVASTATION...... 363, Jon Fischer/Ian O'Neal/ Project Epiphany...... 120 The Phoenix Airbrushing 855 365, 367, 369, 371, 373, Amanda Nedeski...... 685 350 Angeleyes Emporium.... 700 375 Jonathan Bolerjack...... 732 Ramona...... 358 Tim Sanders...... 722 Anti-Hero Brand Press... 681 Diablo Productions...... 741 JungArts...... 259 Ravenwild...... 520 Tiny Comics...... 239 Aqua Red Illus...... 755 Dirt Cheap LLC...... 816, Juniors...... 523, RCM Prod. LLC...... 757 Tiny Kitten Teeth...... 729 Arizona Theme Built.... 918 818, 820, 822 622 Red Comet...... 348 Todd Cook...... 687 Art Institute of Phoenix Draw Hard Studios...... 338 Jusscope.com...... 328 Red Hot Robot & Tonomura Bix & R.A.D. 110, 112 Sebastien Millon...... 222 Candy...... 738 Art Never Sleeps...... 334 Ed Robertson...... 409, Karaoke Fanboy Press... 826 Red Nebula Studios..... 229 Toy Anxiety...... 401, Artist vs Rogue...... 853 411, 413 Kay Rave/Strawberry Retro Outlaw...... 616 500 Artistic DOOM/L.A.W.L.S. Elvis Knievel Art ...... 518 Creme Shope...... 748 Reyna Art...... 535 Travis Hanson/ 341 Entity Eye Entertainment Khepri Comics...... 512 Rook Fabrication...... 118 Bean Leaf Press...... 117, Ashleigh M. Popplewell 859 Kid Domino...... 744 Ross Demma...... 735 119 247 Kids Need to Read...... 301, Trek Expo - Starbase21 Asymmetric Publications Forcewerks...... 332 303, 400, 402 Samurai Comics...... 111, 817, 819, 821, 823 LLC dba Kingdom of Framptastic...... 321 Kif's...... 710 113, 210, 212 Twenty To Six Books.... 351 Loathing.com...... 900 Fuzzy Balls Apparel...... 224 Kill!...... 857 Sarah Clemens...... 357 Two Tree Illustrations... 524 Atomic Comics...... 217, Kristin & Kyle Gresenz... 333 Scott P "Doc" Vaughn... 727 219, 316, 318 Gamadin Book Series... 423 Scott Wright...... 664 Urban Myth Studios..... 831 Austin Browncoats...... 609, Game Daze...... 721 Lady Death Universe/ Scottsdale Public Art... 758 611 Game Zone...... 922 Mischief Maker Studios Scrap Pictures...... 612 Vanquish Studio LLC.... 750 Avatar Press...... 201, Gangi Films, LLC...... 322 807, 906 Scruffy Puppies...... 858 Victor Moreno...... 851 203, 300, 302 Giddy Girlie...... 327 Laughing Moon Section 1138...... 510 Ginger Gypsy Design.... 832 Productions...... 602 Semantink Publishing.... 709 Wolfsisters Creations... 809, Ben Costa...... 349 Glitch Gaming Apparel Lightspeed Fine Art..... Shades of Shadow 811 Big Dog Ink...... 810 603 Located near Lego Display Concepts...... 509 World Famous Comics Binary Winter Press/ Graham Cracker Comics Little Vampires & Weregeek Shopdevious.com...... 908 801 Cody Vrosh...... 703 803, 902 601 Siracusa Creature Design Blackjack Inks...... 668 Greg Ham...... 716 Loli-pop Shop...... 335 623 Zach Reddy Art/ Bob Horbaczewski...... 233 Greg's Comics...... 718 Soundtrack Movie Paleocomics.com...... 759 Bookmans Ent. Exchange Mantecoza...... 723 Memorabilia...... 621 Zed's Zombie Ranch.... 608 403, 502 Handpainted Capes + Hats Mark Winters...... 253 Southern Arizona Gamers Zenescope...... 806, Brandon Dayton...... 320 916 McFarlane Companies Association (SAGA)...... 220 808 Brandon James...... 355 Harley Yee Rare Comics 103, 105, 202, 204, 206 Space Boy Robot...... 522 Zia Record Exchange... 506, Brick Cave Media...... 620 507, 606 Media Collectibles...... 516 Spaz Dog Comics/ 508 Heather Martin...... 550 meh productions...... 356 Spaz Dog Press...... 323, Zombie Milkshake...... 740 Candle Comics...... 752 Here There Be Monsters Michael Hayes...... 331 422 Zombie Pie Flies...... 617 Carnal Comics...... 513 Press...... 666 Michael Kessler...... 669 Specimen Design...... 613 Cazador Productions Hero Comics...... 749 Might Tees/Throwboy... 619 (Western X)...... 802 Heroic Fine Art Galley.... 720 Mike Debalfo...... 528 Spinadoodles/Garza Arte CGC (Certified Guaranty Hijinks Ensue/Sorcery.... 101 Mirror World...... 747 844 Co, LLC)...... 717, 241 Modern Evil Press...... 227 Splatez...... 701 719 HopiSheep Productions Monkey Minion Press.... 116 Steam Crow Press...... 607, China Apple & Royal Junkie 532 Mysterious Galaxy...... 627, 706 329 House of HaHa...... 751 629 Studio Fugazi...... 347 Chris Giarrusso...... 730 Mystic Pieces...... 235 Studios B3...... 345 Christian Comic Arts Society IDK Comics...... 336 Summer.amber...... 746 503 Image Comics...... 221, Nanamation...... 726 Super Stereo...... 711 Cine Images...... 910 223 Neal Tracey...... 689 T.R.I.B.E. Studio Comics Collector Haven LLC.... 417, Inch by Finch...... 745 Neko Press...... 421 344 419 Indie Aisle...... 829 Nerdtastic Designs...... 708

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Alex Albrecht...... C17 Kelly Ferguson...... 548 Paul McGillion...... C12 Arizona Avengers...... 762 Jay Fotos...... 102, 104, Mary Elizabeth McGlynn Arizona Browncoats..... 764 106 V1 Arizona Ghostbusters Mike McKone...... 451 Ghostbusters Area Morgan Gendel...... 577 Lisa McMann...... 639 Arizona Pop Culture Experience Chris Giarrusso...... 730 Robert Duncan McNeill 670 Aaron Ginn-Forsberg... 573 C8 Mike Tiny Army...... 565 Ben Glenddenning...... 549 Eric Mengel...... 311 McKone Erik Arreaga...... 326 Scott Godlewski...... 551 Midnite Movie Mamacita 451 Jean Arrow...... 532 Michael Golden...... 654 676 Mara Aum...... 438 Joel Gomez...... 574 Vic Mignogna...... V1 Avatar Press...... 201, 203, Raven Gregory...... 540 Justin Miller...... 533 300, 302 Rob Guillory...... 527 Albert Morales...... 567 Adam Baldwin...... C7 Danny Morales...... 576 Henry Barajas...... 649 PJ Haarsma...... 301, 303, Mos Eisley Base: Rebel Legion Eric "Ebas" Basaldua... 541 400, 402 Star Wars Galaxy Kristen Bauer...... C9 Larry Hama...... 429 Marat Mychaels...... 659 Dave Beaty...... 448 Jim Hanna...... 657 Million Dollar Man...... 474 Frank Beddor...... 517 Travis Hanson...... 117, 119 Mysterious Galaxy...... 627, 629 Robert J. Sawyer...... 626 Big Dog Ink...... 810 Kevin Hearne...... 632 Stuart Sayger...... 435 Caleb Bishop...... 473 Hero Initiative...... 468, 470 Dug Nation...... 572 John Scalzi...... 630 Blond...... 536 HiFi Colour Design...... 563 Todd Nauck...... 446 Patrick Scherberger..... 553 Andy Bohn...... 530 Tom Hodges...... 776 Yvonne Navarro...... 634 Brad Schneider...... 463 Bruce Boxleitner...... C10 Honky Tonk Man...... 476 Kris Neri...... 640 Brad Schneider...... 463 Timothy Boyer...... 772, 774 Jolene Houser...... 436 Lelund Slater Nielson... 465 Eric Schock...... 653 Nicholas Brendon...... C11 Matthew Zip Howard... 651 Leonard Nimoy...... V2 Steve Scott...... 658 Laurie Brooks...... 641 Ernie Hudson...... C5 Oliver Nome...... 568 Brooke Seguin...... C18 Max Brooks...... 201, 203, Tom Hutchison...... 810 Janni Lee Simner...... 639 300, 302 Weston Ochse...... 634 Desert Sleuths...... 640 Joe Brusha...... 806, 808 Sherry Jackson...... 824 Victor Olazaba...... 562 Michael Spradlin...... 708 Jacen Burrows...... 201, 203, Allyson James...... 636 James Owen...... 633 Si Spurrier...... 201, 203, 300, 302 Tony Janning...... C17 300, 302 Larry Jarrell Jr...... 770 Victoria Paege...... 766 Michael A. Stackpole... 635 Jim Calafiore...... 449 Nat Jones...... 102, 104, Brina Palencia...... V1 Arigon Starr...... 667 Aaron Campbell...... 456 106 Milen Paranov...... 539 Mike Stewart...... 552 J. Scott Campbell...... 526 Joe Jusko...... 656 Sandeep Parikh...... C16 Adam Street...... 467 Greg Capullo...... 445 Tony Parker...... 531 Poison Sugar...... 426 Keu Cha...... 554 Mike Kessler...... 669 Douglas Paszkiewicz.... 673 Jordan Summers...... 636 Mikey Chaney...... 671 Mark Kidwell...... 102, 104, Tara Perry...... C18 Sam Sykes...... 632 William Christensen..... 201, 203, 106 David Petersen...... 455, 457 300, 302 Gini Koch...... 638 Phoenix Paranormal..... 674 George Takei...... V3 Justin Chung...... 439 Scott Kolins...... 454 Aprilynne Pike...... 639 Mark Texiera...... 650 Scott Clark...... 450 Jeff Pina...... 547 Alfred Trujillo...... 534 Ryan Cody...... 555 David Lapham...... 201, 203, Whilce Portacio...... 444 Billy Tucci...... 462, 464, Comic Book Legal Defense Fund 300, 302 Clayborn Press...... 768 466 662 John Layman...... 529 Cherie Priest...... 628 Paul Cornell...... 645 Stan Lee...... V4 Jon Proudstar...... 665 Ethan Van Sciver...... 644 Joe Corroney...... 441 Wendee Lee...... V1 Brian Pulido...... 201, 203, Abri Van Straten...... 802 Kevin Coulston...... 575 Tom Leveen...... 641 300, 302 Scott P "Doc" Vaughn.727 Ace Cruz...... 566 J.S. Lewis...... 637 Tim Vigil...... 102, 104, Glen Curren...... 546 Jeff Lewis...... C15 R2-D2 Builders Club.... Star Wars 106 Joseph Michael Linsner Galaxy Christian Vilaire...... 471 Paul Davies...... 626 437 David Rabbitte...... 677 Armand Villavert...... 440 Daniel Davis...... 607, 706 Aaron Lopresti...... 646 Livio Ramondelli...... 570 Virgil...... 472 Mike Debalfo...... 528 Dean Lorey...... 637 Rodney Ramos...... 648 Kristen Denton...... 433 Norm Rapmund...... 459 Pink Weasels...... 428 Shannon Denton...... 431 Madame M...... 544 Johnny Redman...... 655 Joseph Weems...... 556 Desert Dolls Derby...... 672 Mandalorian Mercs Shonare April Reyna...... 535 Larry Welch...... 647 Dollars...... 430 Vhekadla Clan...... Star Wars Denny Riccelli...... 311 Vernon Wells...... 802 Mark Dos Santos...... 559 Galaxy Steven Riley...... 301, 303, Derrick West...... 557 David Doub...... 434 Greg Mannino...... 447 400, 402 Wil Wheaton...... C14 Aaron Douglas...... 813 Jeff Mariotte...... 631 Marsheila (Marcy) Rockwell Dan Wickline...... 537 Dun Sea Garrison 501st Legion Heather Martin...... 550 638 Billy Dee Williams...... C4 Star Wars Galaxy Allen Martinez...... 564 Nei Ruffino...... 538 Ryan Winn...... 558 Billy Martinez...... 452 Nick Runge...... 571 Renee Witterstaetter... 652 Gabe Eltaeb...... 569 Bruce McCorkindale.... 458 Mike Wolfer...... 201, 203, Elvira...... C6 Todd McFarlane...... 103, 105, Saboten-Con...... 432 300, 302 Eric Esquivel...... 545 202, 204, 206 Stan Sakai...... 427 Jason Worthington...... 469

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guests

501st Legion: Air Ship Kismet Alex Albrecht Arizona Avengers Mara Aum AZ Ghostbusters Adam Baldwin Eric “Ebas” Kristin Bauer Dune Sea Garrison Steampunk Actor, “Hammer Arizona Artist, “Sea Fan and charity Actor, “Jane,” Fire- Basaldua Actor, “Pam,” Star Wars fan and costuming group Improv,” costuming group Princess Azuri,” group fly/Serenity, “John Artist, “Witch- True Blood charity group “Diggnation” “Silky Pink” Casey,” Chuck blade,” “Beyond Wonderland”

Dave Beaty Frank Beddor Blond Andy Bohn Bruce Boxleitner Nicholas Brendon Laurie Brooks Max Brooks Joe Brusha Artist, “DCU Author, “The Colorist, “Do Creator, “Elvatron Actor, “Tron,” Tron; Actor, “Xander,” Author and play- Writer, “Zombie Zenescope Holiday Special Looking Glass Androids Dream of Chronicles” “John Sheridan,” Buffy the wright, “The Lies Survival Guide,” President & writer 2009” Wars” trilogy Electric Sheep?” Babylon 5 Vampire Slayer and Deceptions “World War Z” Quartet”

Jacen Burrows Jim Calafiore J. Scott Greg Capullo William Christensen Justin Chung Scott Clark Ryan Cody Comic Book Artist, Artist, “Aquaman,” Campbell Artist Publisher, Sketch card Artist, Artist, “Brightest Artist, “Villains” Legal Defense “Crossed,” “Exiles,” Artist, “Danger “Haunt,” Avatar Press “Star Wars,” Day,” “Hulk” Fund “Scars” “Secret Six” Girl,” “Gen 13,” “Spawn” “Star Trek” Non-profit “Spider-man” organization (Comic Book Legal Defense Fund continued) dedicated to the protection of the Cosplay First Amendment rights of the comics Zone art form

Paul Cornell Joe Corroney Cosplay Zone Paul Davies Daniel Davis Deadman’s Curse Mike DeBalfo Shannon Denton Writer, “Captain Artist, “True Phoenix based Director, ASU Creator Steam Band with a mixture Artist, “Return to Writer, producer Britain,” “Action Blood,” costuming and Beyond Center, Crow Press, of Horror, gothic, & Wonderland” animated Comics,” “Doctor “Star Wars,” cosplay group theoretical MonsterCommute. good ole’ spaghetti “World of Quest” Who” BBC TV “Star Trek” physicist, Author com western overtones

Dollars Mark Dos Santos David Doub Aaron Douglas Gabe Eltaeb Elvira Eric Esquivel Evil Come, Evil Go Arizona based Artist, “Grimm Writer & Actor, “Galen Artist, “Green Mistress Writer/Creator, Band with the sound of “horror rock” anime entertain- Fairy Tales” Creator, Tyrol,” Battlestar Lantern,” “The of the Dark “Horrible Little ,”punk rock” and the harmony melody ment troupe “Dusk Comics” Galactica Authority” People,” of “old school” heavy metal. “Awesomenaut”

Jay Fotos Morgan Gendel Giant Girlfriend Benjamin Michael Golden Joel Gomez Raven Gregory Rob Guillory PJ Haarsma Writer, Creator Writer Star Trek: Edgy trip hop Glendenning Artist, “Doctor Artist, “Tomb Creator, “The Gift,” Artist, Author, “’68,” “Death TNG episode sounds from Artist, Strange,” Raider,” Writer, “Grimm “Chew” “The Softwire” Dealer” “The Inner Light,” Oakland “Skulljammer” “The ‘Nam” “Wetworks” Fairy Tales” producer MTV’s “Spider-man”

16 Phoenix Comicon 2011 Programming Guide PhoenixComicon.com Halocene Larry Hama Hammer Improv Travis Hanson Kevin Hearne Tom Hodges Honky Tonk Man Jolene Houser Ernie Hudson Described as an Writer, “GI Joe,” LA based long and Creator, Author, “The Iron Artist “Star Wars” WWF Legend Artist, “Dusk” Actor, “Winston uppercut followed by “Nth Man,” short form improv “The Bean” Druid Chronicles” webcomic Zeddemore” Ghost- a french kiss; from the “Wolverine” comedy troupe busters, “Warden AZ music scene Glynn” OZ

Tom Hutchinson Sherry Jackson Allyson James Tony Janning Nat Jones Joe Jusko Kazha Michael Kessler Co-Creator Big Actor, “The Danny Author, Actor, “Hammer Artist, “’68,” Artist, “Marvel Kazuha Oda’s ethereal vocals & Writer, “Sonora” Dog Ink Thomas Show,” “Stormwalker,” Improv,” “Legend “Death Dealer” Masterpiece” guitarist Hideki Matsushige’s “Gunn” “Firewalker” of Neil” cards, covers melodic and aggressive groves

Mark Kidwell Kitcho Daiko Gini Koch Scott Kolins David Lapham John Layman Stan Lee Wendee Lee Tom Leveen Writer, Phoenix based Author, “Touched Artist/Writer, Writer, Artist, Writer, “Chew” Legend. Voice actor from Author, “Party” “Dark Kingdom,” taiko drummers by an Alien” “Flashpoint: Citizen “Crossed: ‘Nuff said. “Cowboy Bebop,” “Freedom” Cold,” “Flash” Family Values,” “Akira,” & “Vampire “Stray Bullets” Hunter D”

J.S. Lewis Jeff Lewis Joseph Michael Aaron Lopresti Dean Lorey Madame M Mandalorian Jeffrey J. Mariotte Billy Martinez Author, Actor, writer, Linsner Artist, “Wonder Author, Artist/Creator, Mercs Author, “City Under Artist, Neko Press “Grey Griffins” “The Guild,” Artist/Creator, Woman,” “Planet “Nightmare “Super Vamp,” Star Wars fan & the Sand,” “CSI,” series “Catscratch,” “Dawn” Hulk” Academy” “Creepy Little charity group “30 Days of “Toonsylvania” Bedtime Stories” Night” series

Todd McFarlane Paul McGillion Mary Elizabeth Mike McKone Lisa McMann Robert Duncan Mega Ran Tory Mell Vic Mignogna Artist/Creator, Actor, “Dr Carson McGlynn Artist, “Teen Author, “Wake,” McNeill 8 bit hip hop king Producer/Produc- Voice actorfrom “Spawn” Beckett,” Voice actor from Titans,” “Fantastic “Cryer’s Cross” Producer, “Chuck,” of AZ with the tion Supervisor “Fullmetal Alchemist,” Stargate Atlantis “Naruto,” “Code Four,” “Avengers Actor, “Lt Tom Paris,” smash single at Roddenberry “Ouran High School,” Geass” Academy” Star Trek: Voyager “Splash Girl” Productions & “Vampire Knight”

Minibosses Mos Eisley Base Marat Mychaels Todd Nauck Yvonne Navarro Kris Neri Leonard Nimoy Oliver Nome Eddie Nunez Phoenix based band Rebel Legion Artist, “Brigade” Artist, Author, “Highborn,” Author, “High Legendary Actor, Artist, Artist, Pencil Ink dedicated to playing Star Wars fan & “Spider-man,” “Wicked Willow” Crimes on the “Spock,” Star Trek “Deathblow” Color, Wildstorm NES music with two charity group “Young Justice” Magical Plane” guitars, a bass, & a drum set

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Weston Ochse James Owen Jaime Paglia Brina Palencia Jason Palmer Sandeep Parikh Tony Parker Anthony Pascale Tara Perry Author, Author, “The Co-Creator of Voice actor from Cover artist, Actor, writer, Artist, Founder of Actor, “Hammer “Empire of Salt” Chronicles of the SyFy show “Hetalia,” “Star Wars,” “The Guild,” “The “Do Androids Trekmovie.com Improv,” Imaginarium “Eureka” “Black Butler” “Star Trek” Legend of Neil” Dream of Electric “Big Bennessy” Geographica” series Sheep”

Pink Weasels

David Petersen Aprilynne Pike Pink Weasels Poison Sugar Whilce Portacio Avatar Press Cherie Priest Brian Pulido R2 D2 Creator, Author, “Wings,” Costuming Costuming, clothing, Artist, “Hulk,” Leading Author, Writer, Creator, Builders Club “Mouse Guard” “Spells,” “Illusions” group & accessories based “Spawn,” independent “Dreadnought,” “Lady Death” Star Wars fan & on Japanese gothic “Uncanny publisher “Boneshaker,” charity group & lolita fashion styles X-Men” “Clementine”

David Rabbitte Livio Ramondelli Norm Rapmund Rice and Haggis Marshiela Trevor Roth Nei Ruffino Stan Sakai Robert J. Sawyer Artist, “Star Wars” Artist, Pencil Ink Artist, “Booster Tucson based anime Rockwell COO/Head of Colorist, Creator, Author, “Flashfor- cards, “Muppet Color, Wildstorm Gold,” “52,” & multi-media Author, Developement Zenescope “Usagi Yojimbo” ward,” “Wake,” Peter Pan” “Wolverine” entertainment “The Shard Axe,” at Roddenberry Comics “Mindscan,” troupe “Legacy of Wolves” Productions “Hominids”

Stuart Sayger John Scalzi Patrick Scherberger Steve Scott Brooke Seguin Janni Lee Simner Michael Spradlin Si Spurrier Michael Stackpole Artist, Author, Artist, “Marvel Artist, “Batman Actor, “Hammer Author, “Bones Author, Writer Avatar Author, “Machete,” “Old Man’s War” Adventures: Confidential,” Improv,” of Faerie,” “The Youngest Press, “Judge “Star Wars,” “Bionicle,” Spider-man” “X-Men Forever” “The Guild” “Faerie Winter” Templar” trilogy Dredd” “Battletech” series “Deathship”

Jordan Summers Sam Sykes George Takei Mark Texeira Toy Box Billy Tucci Ethan Van Sciver Abri Van Straten Tim Vigil Author, “Red,” Author, “Tome of Actor, “Captain Artist, Japan-via-ASU Creator, “Shi,” Artist, “Green Soothing sounds Artist, “Faust,” “Paris After Dark” the Undergates” Sulu,” Star Trek; “Ghost Rider” rockers with album artist, “Heroes for Lantern,” to the ear & soul, “Dark Kingdom” “Kaito Nakamura,” “Stay Alive” Hire,” “Sgt Rock” “Blackest Night” from LA by way of Heroes South Africa

Armand Villavert Wil Wheaton Dan Wickline Billy Dee Williams David Williams Ryan Winn Renee Mike Wolfer Illustrator for Blogger, Actor, Writer, “Grimm Actor, “Lando Faculty Research Inker, “Batman,” Witterstaetter Artist, Tokyopop, Boom!, “Dr. Issac Parrish,” Fairy Tales,” Calrissian,” Empire Associate in the “Batman: Author, Editor, “Strange Kiss,” Nintendo Eureka, Wesley “30 Days of Night: Strikes Back School of Earth & The Return” EVA Ink “Widow” Crusher,” Star Trek: Dead Space” Space Exploration Next Generation at ASU

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1. Mecha Lincolnstein 9. Tyrannosaurus Rex Exclusive Print by Steam Crow Press. The Arizona Sky Patrol 11"x17", signed by all three creators: Mark is a GO with Mecha Lincolnstein. 12"x18", Kidwell, Jeff Zornow, and Jay Fotos. Limited limited to 150 pieces. Hand numbered and to 50. $10. Booth 102, 104, 106 signed by artist Daniel M. Davis. $20. Booth 607, 706 10. Haunt #16 Exclusive comic Limited to 1,000 with story by Robert Kirkman, 2. One Wild Ride art by Greg Capullo & Todd McFarlane. It’s the by Travis Hanson. Limited to 40 pieces, end for Haunt. The Apparition has won. $4. signed and numbered by artist Travis Hanson. Booth 103, 105, 202, 204, 206 $25. Booth 117, 119 11. Hel’s Diner By Steam Crow Press 3. Lady Death: Judgment War #1 Blue The Steam Crew is hungry and ready for the Edition 2011 Phoenix Comicon... at the famous Hel’s by Brian Pulido. Cover by Peter Vale. Diner. 12x18 inches, limited to 150 pieces. 12 13 Interior artwork by Ivan Reis. Limited to 113 Hand numbered and signed by artist Daniel serial numbered copies. $15. Booth 807, 906 M. Davis, $20. Booth 607, 706

4. Lady Death Phoenix Comicon 2011 12. Green Monk in the Pit of Monsters Collector’s Set Print by Brian Pulido. Booth 807, 906. Includes by Brandon Dayton. 13"x19", on cotton Lady Death: Judgment War #1 Blue Edition, rag paper. Limited to 20 pieces. Numbered Lady Death: War! Print & Lady Death: and signed by artist Brandon Dayton. $20. Apocalypse! Collectible Trading Card with Booth 320 matching serial numbers & world premiere Lady Death Min-Print, illustrated by Scott 13. “The Phoenix and the Dragon” Lewis. Limited to 50 sets. $40. Print by Sarrah Wilkinson. 11" x 17" print, limited 5. ’68 Exclusive Limited Edition Print to 100 copies. Signed and hand-numbered by 14 11"x17", signed by all three creators: Mark Sarrah. $20. Table 229 Kidwell, Nat Jones, and Jay Fotos. $10. Booth 102, 104, 106 14. ‘68 Novelty Grenades 15 (with *combat sound* pull the pin, squeeze 6. Lady Death: War! Print the handle and hear ticking down to a Print by Brian Pulido. Illustrated by Ivan explosion) are ONLY available in VERY Reis. 11"x17". Limited to 113 serial numbered LIMITED quantities at the ‘68 Comic Booth copies. $15. Booth 807, 906 for FREE when you purchase a ‘68 package of merchandise. Booth 102, 104, 106 7. Tyrannosaurus Rex Phoenix Comicon 2011 One Shot Exclusive 15. Che Bacca Black Spattered Cover Mini Bust Limited and numbered to 50 copies, signed by Retro Outlaw. Stands 6". Limited to 50 by all three creators: Mark Kidwell, Jeff Zornow, pieces. $40. Booth 616 and Jay Fotos. $10. Booth 102, 104, 106 16. “Zombie Apocalypse 1955” print 8. Lady Death: Apocalypse! by Scott P. ‘Doc’ Vaughn and William Collectible trading card* farmer. 11"x17", $10. Table 727 by Brian Pulido. Illustrated by Ivan Reis. Limited to 113 serial numbered copies. $5. 16 Booth 807, 906

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Sonoma Casual Dining 36. Alice Cooper’stown Phoenix P a. c. Brick 1130 PizzeriaThe Restaurant & Wine Bar – Sept.* 19. Starbucks – Phoenix Convention Center 43. Chase Tower 64. Copper Square Café 73. Acapulco Mexican Grill 44 22 23 78. Hungry Corner Civic Space d. Cold Stone Creamery 20. District50. Seamus American McCaffrey’s Kitchen and Irish Wine Pub Bar & Restaurant a. Coin Room Café 65. A Touch of Yogurt 74. Z Pizza Park TAYLOR a b c b. Mi Amigos Mexican Grill Call us, the Downtown Phoenix Ambassadors—the experts on downtown dining—at 37. Duck and Decanter e. Sam’s Café 21. Hsin51. GhostCafé Lounge b. Java City Coffee Bar 66. Tom’s Restaurant & Tavern 75. Courthouse Café 48 d c. 1130 The Restaurant 38. Hanny’s *Opening dates subject to change. N ASU e f. My Big Fat Greek Restaurant 602-495-1500.22. Starbucks – Taylor Place We’ll help44. you Sbarro pick a place and point67. City Scapeyou in the right direction.76. The Argyle Or Sax Café stop Downtown g. 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Oakville Grocery – Oct.* P 20 a. Fresh Gourmet To Go 28. Steve’s56. Café Greenhouse Roma on Grill Central 49. Sonoma Casual Dining f. Le Crepe Nanou – Oct.* 42. Dogs Gone Wild www.downtownphoenix.com h. b. Subway CRUST Italian – Arizona American Center Fusion 29. Matador Mexican Food Restaurant 50. Seamus McCaffrey’s Irish Pub & Restaurant g. Huey’s 24/7 Diner – Oct.* 57. Coney Island Sandwich Shop VAN BUREN VAN BUREN i. c. Hooters Bistro on 3rd 30. Cartel Coffee Lab 51. Ghost Lounge h. LGO Public House – Oct.* 49 43 d. Urban Wok 31. Burger58. Yasda King Bento 52. Bistro 202 i. Silk Sushi – Fall* P 7 j. Starbucks – Arizona Center P P ASU Mercado e. Tortilla’s Mexican Grill 32. First59. ThaiWatch Elephant 53. Subway on Central j. Sam Fox’s Chop House – Fall* Chase 9. Metro Marche 42 60. Silver Spoon Café 50 51 52 Tower a. Fresh Gourmet To Go MONROE MONROE 61. Baja Fresh Mexican Grill 74 53 b. CRUST Italian American Fusion US Bank 54 P 24 P P 62. Jacquee’s Espresso 75 73 Building 25 c. Bistro on 3rd 55 26 9 72 P 40 6 63. Papa Christo’s 56 d. Urban Wok 41 39 27 5 60 59 58 57 64. Copper Square Café ADAMS Downtown Information Center 19 e. Tortilla’s Mexican Grill 4 61 P 38 29 28 65. A Touch of Yogurt P 62 Convention Convention Heritage and f. City Central Coffee Center Center P 63 30 P Science Park 66. Tom’s Restaurant & Tavern 10. Karim’s Cobbler Shop & Deli 65 64 31 35 3 City Hall 67. City Scape 66 37 32 33 34 11. Coach & Willie's WASHINGTON WASHINGTON a. Lucky Strike Lanes – July* 12. Starbucks – US Airways Center 71 67 P b. Five Guys Burgers and Fries – July* 13. Hard Rock Café P a b c d e f g 16 c. Vitamin T – Opens Aug.* j m n o P 14. Downtown Sports Grill h i k l 15 17 18 Convention 77 Center d. Rasputin Vodka Bar – Aug.* JEFFERSON 15. Carmine’s Little Italy Pizza & Pasta JEFFERSON 14 e. Oakville Grocery – Oct.* 69 70 69 16. Maria’s Mexican Grill 13 P f. Le Crepe Nanou – Oct.* 12 17. Paradise Bakery & Café, Collier Center g. Huey’s 24/7 Diner – Oct.* E 7th AV P Superior Court Complex 18. Kincaid’s Fish, Chop & Steak House 10 2 h. LGO Public House – Oct.* MADISON US Airways Center 19. Starbucks – Phoenix Convention Center 68 i. Silk Sushi – Fall* 20. District American Kitchen and Wine Bar P P j. Sam Fox’s Chop House – Fall* 21. Hsin Café Chase Field k. Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery – Fall* 1 22. Starbucks – Taylor Place JACKSON l. The Breakfast Club – Fall* 36 23. Taylor Place Residential Dining Hall m. Blu Burger Grille – Winter* P P P P P 24. Einstein Bros. Café E d AV E 4th AV

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E 1st AV P 69. Ed the Hotdogger Since 1971 CENTRAL 28. Steve’s Greenhouse Grill 70. Change of Venue Café 29. Matador Mexican Food Restaurant 71. Suerena’s Wieners 30. Cartel Coffee Lab 72. The Hero Factory 31. Burger King You are never more than 10 minutes away from a fun dining experience! 73. Acapulco Mexican Grill 32. First Watch 74. Z Pizza 33. New York NY Fresh Deli 75. Courthouse Café 34. BKLYN’S NYC PIZZA 76. The Argyle Sax Café 35. Majerle’s Sports Grill 77. City Hall Grill Can’t decide where to eat? 36. Alice Cooper’stown Phoenix 78. Hungry Corner Call us, the Downtown Phoenix Ambassadors—the experts on downtown dining—at 37. Duck and Decanter 602-495-1500. We’ll help you pick a place and point you in the right direction. Or stop 38. Hanny’s *Opening dates subject to change. by our Downtown Information Center at Adams Street and 1st Avenue in the US Bank 39. Icon 40. Marston’s Café Building to review menus, hear about daily specials and print out coupons just for you! 41. Starbucks – Wyndham Phoenix 42. Dogs Gone Wild www.downtownphoenix.com Programming schedule

Thursday

120 North 121 Media & Ballroom Sci Fi 122 Sci Fi 123 Sci Fi 124A Sci Fi 124B Sci Fi 125 Comics 126A Comics

6pm - 6:30pm

6:30pm - 7pm Comic SF Tube Talk Book Trivia 7pm - 7:30pm Thursday

7:30pm - 8pm

8pm - 8:30pm 400 Years Meet and Author The Brass of Jupiter Greet Round Up Bells Society 8:30pm - 9pm Exploration Port”show”lio

9pm - 9:30pm

9:30pm - 10pm Geek Prep 10pm - 10:30pm

10:30pm - 11pm

11pm - 11:30pm

127 Art 128 Film 126B Comics 126C Comics Room Festival 129A Horror 129B 131B 221 Anime

6pm - 6:30pm

6:30pm - 7pm Brain Eating Contest 7pm - 7:30pm

7:30pm - 8pm

Phoenix 8pm - 8:30pm Meet the Ultimate Geek Miniskirt See complete Smackdown Army 8:30pm - 9pm schedule on (PUGS) pages 30–31

9pm - 9:30pm

9:30pm - 10pm 2011 Horror Codename: Film Trailer Raccoon City 10pm - 10:30pm Preview Ransom

10:30pm - 11pm

11pm - 11:30pm

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6pm - 6:30pm

6:30pm - 7pm

7pm - 7:30pm

7:30pm - 8pm

8pm - 8:30pm The Dos and Don’ts of Anime Open 8:30pm - 9pm Conventions Game Play

9pm - 9:30pm

9:30pm - 10pm How to Date an Asian 10pm - 10:30pm

10:30pm - 11pm

11pm - 11:30pm

228A 229A Hyatt Ballroom Hyatt Sundance Hyatt Atrium Hyatt Ellis Hyatt Phoenix Costuming Costuming 1st Floor 1st Floor 2nd Floor 2nd Floor Ballroom 2nd Floor

6pm - 6:30pm

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8pm - 8:30pm Open gaming, Vampire: The see Gaming 8:30pm - 9pm Requiem 18+ schedule on pages 32–37 9pm - 9:30pm Opening Night Mixer and Rock 9:30pm - 10pm Band Blowout!

10pm - 10:30pm

10:30pm - 11pm Anime Rave

11pm - 11:30pm

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Friday 120 121 North Media & 122 123 124A 124B 125 126A 126B 126C 127 128 129A 129B 131B Ballroom Sci Fi Sci Fi Sci Fi Sci Fi Sci Fi Comics Comics Comics Comics Art room Film Fest. Horror Lego 10:30am - Sci-Fi 11:00am Thinking Comic DC & Agent of Film School: Cactus Authors Book World Comic- D.A.N.G.E.R. A Guide for Beyond Brightest Brick & Social of Social tionary & the Cheap 11:00am - the Book Day Build-Off Media Networking Actionopolis Filmmaker 11:30am Friday

11:30am - 12:00pm

12:00pm - Global Fairy The Nuts Phoenix iPad Indie 12:30pm Sci-Fi & Fan to Women Climate Tales for & Bolts Comicon Influences Publishing Fantasy Pro- on the of Change the 21st of World Sketch for 12:30pm - on TV fessional Comic Book Comics 1:00pm Basics Century Building Off World E-Reading

1:00pm - 1:30pm Art Contests, 1:30pm - What You Mixing Women NASA Solar Nuts & Adapting Crafts & 2:00pm Spotlight Cherie Don't Para- Characters Tiny The System Bolts of Licensed on Paul Priest Know Can normal Who Own Army Activities Writers Exploration Comics Properties 2:00pm - McGillion Spotlight Kill Your with other the Comic Friday Room Update Creation to Comics 2:30pm Book Genres Book World

2:30pm - 3:00pm

Producing Transi- Bringing 3:00pm - Imperial 3:30pm & Writing Paul Adapting Being a Star Trek Writing tioning Your Meet Cadet Award- Cornell Myths & Newbie Lives Horror Comics Fantasy Jim Training 3:30pm - Winning Spotlight Folklore Writer Again! Comics to Visual World to Calafiore Friday 4:00pm Webisodes Media Reality Zombie 4:00pm - 4:30pm Walk Makeup Zombie TNG’s An 4:30pm - The Dos Digital Comic 5:00pm Creators The Inner Aprilynne Fans Afternoon & Don’ts Got Comic Book Reveal Light: Pike Giving with of Epic Portfolio? Tech- Collectors 5:00pm - Their Behind the Spotlight Back Ethan Red Fantasy niques Unite! 5:30pm Secrets Scenes Van Sciver See Cross complete Blood 5:30pm - Drive 6:00pm schedule on pages Friday Arrgh! Pirate 6:00pm - Just a Phoenix 30–31 D.I.Y. Sword- 6:30pm Minute Comicon Breaking Making Zombie fighting With Paul Sketchoff Into Comics at Dan Walk 6:30pm - Cornell & Friday Comics Home Step Wickline’s 7:00pm Friends Session 2 By Step Hero 7:00pm - Initiative 7:30pm Workshop, $20 Storytime 7:30pm - Sci Fi Comic registration 8:00pm with Wil Surplus Who- Book $10 Audio ctionary! Trivia 8:00pm - registra- Show Live Friday 8:30pm tion Creators 8:30pm - Insomnia 9:00pm Round Robin 9:00pm - Erotic 9:30pm Nerd Art Science Poetry Auction Fiction & 9:30pm - Slam Preview 10:00pm Fantasy

10:00pm - 10:30pm Hammer Improv 10:30pm - 11:00pm $20 registra- 11:00pm - tion 11:30pm

12:30am - 1:00am

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The Wonderful 10:30am - Beyblade 11:00am Improvised Open World of Making Tourna- Final Steam- Animee Game Asian Ball- Furry ment Fantasy punk 101 11:00am - Dating Play Jointed Heads (Kids) 11:30am Show Dolls

11:30am - 12:00pm

Ball Shooting 12:00pm - The Many 12:30pm Convention Jointed The & Voices Lolita Maid Confessions: Why You Vic! Doll Cultures Modeling of Brina Sewing Cafes 101 Fact or Do This? 12:30pm - Guilty Faceup of Cosplay for the Palencia Fiction 1:00pm Gear XX Basics Awkward Acent 1:00pm - Core Plus Open 1:30pm (PS2) Gaming, Lifeline, Cosplay see 1:30pm - Q&A: A How to 2:00pm A Survival Makeup Craft Gaming Mary Parent's Cosplay Costume Guide to Tips & Foam Schedule Sings! Guide to Roast a 2:00pm - Conven- Tricks on Unleashed on pages Otakus Superhero 2:30pm tions a Budget 32–37

2:30pm - 3:00pm Tekken 6 The (PS3) 3:00pm - Con- Ball African Masquer- 3:30pm Differences Steam- Full Lolita Relation- Raving Jointed Americans ades Between punk Metal! 101 ships 101 Doll in the Con De-Mysti- 3:30pm - Manga & Clothing 101 Gathering Scene fied 4:00pm Comics

4:00pm - 4:30pm

Deadlines Stage 4:30pm - Halo: Villains: 5:00pm Voice Panel of & Short- Know Your Fright & Reach Vocaloid Costume Basic Actor the North cuts in Japanese Help (360) Idol Basics Gore 5:00pm - Q&A Star! finishing Memes Over- till 7PM Makeup 5:30pm pages coming It

5:30pm - 6:00pm “Eureka Seven” Super Fan 6:00pm - Movie Zombie Host Club, 6:30pm Street Fiction: Kingdom Story Vocaloid Halocene Walk - $10 Fighter IV How to Hearts Telling 101 Concert outside registra- 6:30pm - (PS3) Do It “K-ON” Tell All Hyatt tion 7:00pm till 8PM Right Movie Unreal “Marvel”- Meet the 7:00pm - Dead- 7:30pm Tourna- ous Rebel man's J-Fashion ment Mystery! Legion How to Curse Texas Show 7:30pm - Cosplay- (PC) till How to 8:00pm Draw Concert Hold'em Zone 9PM Find a Sexy “Lucky Poker 8:00pm - AMV Unleashed Japanese Women Star” Tourna- 8:30pm Contest (18+) BF/GF (18+) movie ment Super Steam- 8:30pm - Street punk 9:00pm Zombie Fighter Ball Toybox Beauty Amateur II Turbo Remming- Concert 9:00pm - Voice Miniskirt Pageant 9:30pm HD Remix ton/ Acting Army (PS3) Russell 9:30pm - Fun! After “Hayate” room Amateur Hours Heinlein 10:00pm 18+ AMV Movie 2nd floor Night Whose Body Art Kazha Contest/ Hyatt, 10:00pm - Line! Anime by Mark Concert Adult $10 10:30pm After Karaoke Green- Viewing registration Hours! awalt Room The single, 10:30pm - “Haruhi (18+) Evil 11:00pm Happy $15 Suzumiya Come, Anime Fun Time couple S2” Evil Go Rave 11:00pm - Panel with Movie Concert 11:30pm Candy

12:30am - 1:00am Rocky Horror 1:00am - Picture 1:30am Show Perfor- 1:30am - mance 2:00am

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SATURDAY 120 121 North Media & 122 123 124A 124B 125 126A 126B 126C 127 128 129A 129B 131B Ballroom Sci Fi Sci Fi Sci Fi Sci Fi Sci Fi Comics Comics Comics Comics Art room Film Fest. Horror

10:30am - The Phoenix Lego Writing & 11:00am Spotlight Michael Meet the Pages! Comicon Alien Heathyr Cactus Vernon The Big Producing Web- on Bruce Spradlin Brown- According Sketchoff Heart Hoffman Brick Wells Idea in Holly- Comics 11:00am - Boxleitner Spotlight coats to the Saturday Bigfoot & ARMS Build-Off wood 11:30am Artist Session 1 Saturday

11:30am - 12:00pm

Demo: 12:00pm - Max Copyright Spotlight Young Getting The Inter- Writers Comic Building a Collabor- 12:30pm Brooks: John for writers, Pop Goes on Robert Adult Inside the section of vs. Artists Book Collection ative Zombie Scalzi comics, the Duncan Adventure Criminal Science & Battle Trivia for a Art With 12:30pm - Expert & Spotlight novels Classroom McNeill Stories Mind Fiction Royal! Saturday Lifetime Robots 1:00pm Historian & more! Saturday

1:00pm - 1:30pm Art Contests, 1:30pm - Aaron Girl Urban Own Your Rockstar Six The Pages Wonderful Crafts & Arizona Red Cross 2:00pm Douglas Movies Power Fantasy Own Animals in Leonard Degrees According Worlds Activities Para- Blood & of 2011 Young- Authors Comic the Comic Nimoy of Joss to the of Web- Saturday normal Drive 2:00pm - Battlestar to 2013 Adult Go To Book Book Whedon Writer comics Activities Saturday 2:30pm Galactica Style Town Store World!

2:30pm - 3:00pm

Writing A Real 3:00pm - True Rodden- for Tomor- Thematic Double The Story World Imperial 3:30pm Blood berry Getting It's All Hi-Fi Stan Lee: row’s Approach Dose of Stories Robotics Cadet With Pro- the Word About Colors for Excelsior! Young- to Science- Comic- & Then & Training 3:30pm - Kristin ductions Out "Chew" Comics Adult Fiction tionary Some Com- Saturday 4:00pm Bauer Preview Audience Writing puting

4:00pm - 4:30pm

Native Faked 4:30pm - Tie-In Using the Forming See How to Michael Americans or Fact: 5:00pm Jamie Talking Novels for Southwest an Art complete Western Build Golden in the Debunk- Paglia's Comics: Games, as a Team with schedule X a Time Story- Comic ing 5:00pm - Eureka! DC Movies Setting for Hex the on pages Machine. telling Book Internet 5:30pm and TV Stories Lost Tribe 30–31 World Videos

5:30pm - 6:00pm

6:00pm - Doctor Mante- The Legos, Innovation American 6:30pm Who: coza: Inkers, Toys & Panel: Brain Knockin Comic The Fan The film Colorists Custom Comics & Eating B****es Book Idols 6:30pm - Perspec- & it’s & Editors, Action Cultural Contest Down Cosplay 7:00pm tive magic Oh My! Figures History I Gotta Do What?! 7:00pm - 7:30pm Indie Film Dist- Masquer- ribution Arrgh! Pirate 7:30pm - ade Learn Sword- 8:00pm green Random How to fighting room Topics Dance the 8:00pm - 8:30pm "Thriller" UFP 8:30pm - Presents 9:00pm Sci Fi Jeopardy 9:00pm - Exclusive 9:30pm Phoenix 68 & the Masquer- Comicon Art of the 9:30pm - ade Art Zombie 10:00pm Costume Auction Contest 10:00pm - 10:30pm Hammer Improv Saturday 10:30pm - 11:00pm Night, $20 registra- 11:00pm - 11:30pm tion

26 Phoenix Comicon 2011 Programming Guide PhoenixComicon.com 227C 228A 229A Hyatt Hyatt 221 222 223 224 225 226B 226C Costum‑ Costum‑ Costum‑ Regency Hyatt Hyatt Hyatt Phoenix Anime Anime Anime Console Anime Anime Anime ing ing ing Ballroom Sundance Atrium Ellis 2nd Ballroom Gaming 1st Floor 1st Floor 2nd Floor Floor 2nd Floor

Achieve- 10:30am - The The Make ment Cosplay 11:00am Making Magical Your Own Asians in Unlocked: Cosplay Zone's Open of a Man: Girl Hour Pokemon America How To Q&A Character 11:00am - Game Makeup (Kids) (KIDS) Gamer- Auction! 11:30am play till for a Hero Japanese score 11:30PM Masquer- Cooking 11:30am - ade for the 12:00pm Judging American A Palette 12:00pm - Tips, The Many 12:30pm How Tricks &d Steam- Voices Anime Wingin' to Self- Etiquette punk of Vic Obscuro It 12:30pm - Publish for the Weapons Mignogna 1:00pm Arcana Cosplayer Heart 3 1:00pm - (PS3) 1:30pm Sound Masquer- How Not Makings Tattoos & Check 1:30pm - Cowboy What ade to Make of a How to Be Your 2:00pm Bebop, Kids' Makes Judging Maid Your Cosplay Keep Your Own Faye Graphic a Good B Café, Character Group w/ Cosplay Ghost- 2:00pm - Valentine Novels Anime Cowboy a Mary Soaring Makeup buster 2:30pm Style! Good room Sue Visions On! 2nd floor J-Fashion 2:30pm - Hyatt, Trunk Marvel 3:00pm $10 Show VS registra- Capcom 3 Take the 3:00pm - tion (PS3) Stage: Steam- 501st 3:30pm Women in How to Abridged Coloring Com- punk Star Wars the Anime Draw in Appre- Masquer- & Toning peting in Enter- Costume 3:30pm - Industry Any Style ciation ade Masquer- tainment Building Open 4:00pm Judging ades Gaming, C see 4:00pm - 4:30pm Gaming Mega Ran Schedule Concert on pages 4:30pm - Manda- Cosplay The How to Know Your 32–37 Ben's 5:00pm Voice That's lorian Photo- Interloper: Poké Be a Anime? RPG Pile: Actor Craft Armor graphy Alien University Bada$$ Think Iron GM, The Arc 5:00pm - Q&A Super Foam?! & Prop Done Warrior 101 Again! $20 GM of Souls 5:30pm Smash Building Cheap Giant Comedian registra- Steam- Bros Girlfriend tion, 5:30pm - punk Brawl Concert $10 6:00pm Fashion (Wii) player Show registra- 6:00pm - How Tos Abri Van Prop tion 6:30pm of Anime Cosplay Mini- Straten Beat the Building: Music Lolita 102 Drama bosses Musical Otakus R2-D2 6:30pm - Video “Durarara” 101 Concert Perfor- Replicas 7:00pm Production Movie mance

7:00pm - 7:30pm

7:30pm - Call of Dos & 8:00pm Duty: “The King Yaoi R'us Don'ts to Black Ops Girl Who of the (18+) Have in a 8:00pm - (360) Leapt Otakus Portfolio 8:30pm till 10PM Through Space” Gurren 8:30pm - Movie Lagann Ben’s 9:00pm Halocene the Movie RPG Pile: Acoustic The The Arc 9:00pm - Set Amateur of Souls 9:30pm Let's Play Voice Otaku Geek an Ero “My- Acting Jeopardy Prom 9:30pm - (18+) Otome Comp- $10 10:00pm Mortal S.ifr.” etition registra- Kombat Movie tion 10:00pm - (PS3) Anime 10:30pm Karaoke

10:30pm - Anime 11:00pm Anime Boys' Trolling “True Rave Singled Love 801 as an Art Tears” 11:00pm - Out (18+) Form Movie 11:30pm

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sunday

120 North 121 Media & Ballroom Sci Fi 122 Sci Fi 123 Sci Fi 124A Sci Fi 124B Sci Fi 125 Comics 126A Comics

10:30am - 11:00am Spotlight on Cool Things The Science of New Creations Multi-Media George Takei I'm Reading Consciousness Now 11:00am - 11:30am Writing Workshop - Barry Bard's 11:30am - 12:00pm 21 Days to a At the Movies Novel, $20 Todd 12:00pm - 12:30pm Spotlight on registration Alien Billy Dee McFarlane & Comics for Cassandra Encounters of Steampunk Williams Greg Capullo All Ages! 12:30pm - 1:00pm Peterson the Book Kind! How to Draw

1:00pm - 1:30pm

Chuck! Adam 1:30pm - 2:00pm Ghostbusting Robert J. Frank Beddor Monster Meet G.I. Baldwin & Theremin for with Sawyer Horror Metrics & the Looking Abduction Joe's Larry Robert Duncan Beginners 2:00pm - 2:30pm Ernie Hudson Spotlight Glass Wars is Real Hama McNeill

2:30pm - 3:00pm

3:00pm - 3:30pm Aaron Douglas Upcoming Advice for The British Creators Roving the & The Guild PC & Video Beginning The Buffyverse Comics Guide to Self- Solar System 3:30pm - 4:00pm Paul McGillion Games Writers Invasion Publishing

4:00pm - 4:30pm

4:30pm - 5:00pm Nicholas Lisa McMann The Rules of Getting to Brendon Wrap Up Spotlight Writing Magic Issue #2 5:00pm - 5:30pm Spotlight

127 Art 128 Film 126B Comics 126C Comics Room Festival 129A Horror 129B 131B 221 Anime

Webcomics, 10:30am - 11:00am Lego Cactus Comic Book Traditional How to Draw The Future's Brick Build-Off Trivia Sunday Books, & a Dragon Not So Bright 11:00am - 11:30am Sunday Innovation Extreme Dance 11:30am - 12:00pm Competition

12:00pm - 12:30pm Demo: Zenescope Avatar Press Painted Faces Collaborative Gang! Panel of Horror Art With 12:30pm - 1:00pm Robots Sunday Red Cross 1:00pm - 1:30pm Blood Drive Sunday It's the Comic 1:30pm - 2:00pm See complete Not Your Eva Ink Artist Book Feud! Art Contests, schedule on Mama's Anime Group Comics vs. Crafts & 2:00pm - 2:30pm pages 30–31 Roller Derby Music Video Cosplay! Activities Comedy Hour Sunday 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Tablet 3:00pm - 3:30pm AZ Imperial Interfaces & Sketch Cards! Ghostbusters Cadet Training the Production 3:30pm - 4:00pm Trivia Sunday of Comics Anime 4:00pm - 4:30pm Music Video Game Show 4:30pm - 5:00pm Comicon Brain Eating Wrap Up! Contest 5:00pm - 5:30pm

28 Phoenix Comicon 2011 Programming Guide PhoenixComicon.com 224 Console 222 Anime 223 Anime Gaming 225 Anime 226B Anime 226C Anime 227C Costuming

10:30am - 11:00am Origami Fun Masquerade Character Design BJD Photoshoot Boot Covers in (Kids) Open Game Play Recap Body & Fashion Show Cosplay 11:00am - 11:30am till 4PM

11:30am - 12:00pm

12:00pm - 12:30pm Candy Sushi Mass Effect Character Design Cosplay & Manga & Art Funtime! General Colors Wigs 101 12:30pm - 1:00pm BlazBlue: Continuum Shift 1:00pm - 1:30pm (PS3)

1:30pm - 2:00pm Little Otaku Anime From Voice Actor Q&A Bootcamp Video Games 2:00pm - 2:30pm (Kids)

Cosplay Fashion 2:30pm - 3:00pm Naruto: Clash of Show Ninja Revolution 3:00pm - 3:30pm 3 (Wii) Great Mecha Let's Play a VN Anime (All Ages) 3:30pm - 4:00pm

4:00pm - 4:30pm Karaoke Idol

4:30pm - 5:00pm Wiggin' Out: Poké University In Style! 5:00pm - 5:30pm

228A Costuming 229A Costuming Hyatt Ballroom Hyatt Sundance Hyatt Atrium Hyatt Ellis Hyatt Phoenix 1st Floor 1st Floor 2nd Floor 2nd Floor Ballroom 2nd Floor

10:30am - 11:00am Around the Who's Behind World for Seven the Curtain 11:00am - 11:30am Dollars

11:30am - 12:00pm

12:00pm - 12:30pm Makeup: Tea Party, Cosplay Cards Evolution of the $5 registration 12:30pm - 1:00pm Zombie

1:00pm - 1:30pm

1:30pm - 2:00pm Open Gaming, 1-On-1 with Cosplay Makeup see Gaming Cosplay Zone 101 Schedule on 2:00pm - 2:30pm pages 32–37

2:30pm - 3:00pm

3:00pm - 3:30pm Cosplay Chess Heroes 3:30pm - 4:00pm vs. Villains Cosplay 4:00pm - 4:30pm Skit Contest 4:30pm - 5:00pm Armor & Weapons 5:00pm - 5:30pm

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Thursday 6:30 PM to 11:30 6:30 PM Local Horror Block 7:50 PM Goodbye Light 6:30 PM Zombies Are My Neighbors 8:55 PM Feral Instinct 6:40 PM Sacrifice 10:30 PM Q&A with local filmmakers

Friday 10:30 AM to 11:30 PM 10:30 AM International Horror Sci Fi Film Fest 1 3:15 PM Feature Film 10:30 AM Zombiefication 3:15 PM Mutant Swingers from Mars 10:37 AM I Rot 5:00 PM Animation Block 10:54 AM Last Seen on Dolores Street 5:00 PM Without Wings 10:58 AM Cold Sore 5:05 PM Red 11:16 AM Bugbaby 5:15 PM The Black Angel 11:32 AM Red Umbrella (Payung Merah) 5:25 PM Chaisson: Rise of the Zerad 11:42 AM Cell Phone Psycho 6:00 PM Comedy Block 11:46 AM Escape 6:00 PM Cliquetastrophe 12:30 PM International Horror Sci Fi Film Fest 2 6:07 PM Change of Eddie / Hart of Gold 12:00 PM Earwigs 6:17 PM Cupid Corp. 12:04 PM Antedon 6:24 PM Comic-Kaze 12:08:PM The Hollow Men 6:34 PM SchizoFredric 12:22 PM S.N.A.F.U. 6:51 PM DungeonCrawl 12:49 PM The Turing Love Affair 8:30 PM Sci Fi Block 1:05 PM The Recipient 8:30 PM Star Trek Phase II- Enemy: Starfleet 1:16 PM Carry Tiger To The Mountain 9:30 PM Q&A with filmmakers

1:35 PM International Horror Sci Fi Film Fest 3 9:50 PM Maya 1:35 PM The Island 9:58 PM Catholic Robot 2:01 PM Earthship 10:04 PM Spleen of St. Louis 2:19 PM Picture Show at the End of the World 10:12 PM Time’s Up Eve 2:34 PM Roman's Ark 10:25 PM Android 413 10:42 PM The Chronicles of the Order: Bloodline

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Saturday 10:30 AM to 11:30 PM 10:30 AM Local Comedy Block 4:00 PM Peace, Love & Tacos 10:30 AM Ranger Rob the Movie 4:03 PM Paint-B-Que 11:08 AM Fashion Assassin 4:06 PM No Soliciting 11:11 AM Sweet Connections 4:09 PM Cafe Ole 11:20 AM Laptop's Revenge 4:12 PM Nick of Time 11:28 AM Vincent and Me (6eps) 4:15 PM Masterpiece 11:53 AM Vincent's Christmas Carol 4:18 PM Best Wishes 12:20 PM Q&A with Local Filmmakers 4:30 PM Break 12:45 PM Break 5:00 PM Phoenix Comicon Film Challenge 1:30 PM Citizen Jai Li 5:00 PM Mr. Knitty and the Cardboard House 3:00 PM IFP Film Challenge Block 5:07 PM Paranoid Onion Laboratories Training Video 3:00 PM Science Faction 5:21 PM Back From Hell 3:03 PM Helpless 5:29 PM Victor Victorious and the Naked Ambition 3:06 PM Mom's Gone 5:44 PM Devi-Vicious vs. the Fast-Food Thugs 3:09 PM Well Done 5:59 PM Devi-licious 3:12 PM Wild Blue Yonder 6:10 PM Children 3:15 PM Urine Trouble 6:15 PM Q&A with Local Filmmakers 3:18 PM The Recliner 6:30 PM Web Series Block 3:21 PM Wild Blue Yonder 6:30 PM Stronghold 3:24 PM Suiside the Musical 6:57 PM Cult Status 3:27 PM The Recliner 7:09 PM Western X 3:30 PM Something About Daphne 7:49 PM Mantecoza 3:33 PM The Recliner 8:15 PM Q&A with Local Filmmakers 3:36 PM Instructional Film One: American Guide to Dating 9:00 PM Horror Block 3:39 PM HOA Police Suburban Enforcers 9:00 PM Teppan Dead 3:42 PM Extraordinary Colleages 9:07 PM Fear Face 3:45 PM Cell Phone Kiosk Satan 9:18 PM Get Off My Porch 3:48 PM Ball in the Family 6:30 PM Stronghold 3:51 PM Smiley Co 9:31 PM Rigamortis: A Zombie Love Story 3:54 PM Somewhere (dot, dot, dot) 10:08 PM Dead On Site 3:57 PM Reality Check

Sunday 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM 10:30 AM Local Block (horror/sci fi mystery) 1:30 PM Encore Showcase 10:30 AM Deadpool: Death of Wade Wilson 1:30 PM Android 413 11:07 AM G-R2.0 1:47 PM Comic-Kaze 11:10 AM Moon Valley 1:57 PM SchizoFredric 11:15 AM Q&A with Local Filmmakers 2:14 PM Chaisson: Rise of the Zerad 11:30 AM Feature Film 2:41 PM Rigamortis: A Zombie Love Story 11:30 AM Browncoats: Redemption 3:18 PM DungeonCrawl 1:00 PM Awards Presentation

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Board Games

B-1 B-2 B-3 B-4 B-5 B-6 B-7

12:00 PM CLOSED 2:00 PM

4:00 PM Munchkin Zombies Zombie Dice Carcassonne Blokus Forbidden Island

6:00 PM The Stars Are Right Star Munchkin Fluxx Lord of the Fries Dixit Guillotine Nexus Ops Thursday 8:00 PM Revolution Munchkin Zombies SPANC Give Me the Brain Rumis Thunderstone 10:00 PM Zombie Dice Chez Geek Poo/Tsuro Drakon

12:00 AM

2:00 AM OPEN GAMING 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM Blokus

10:00 AM Zombie Dice Revolution Rumis Marvel Heroes Power Grid 12:00 PM Munchkin Zombies Revolution Give Me the Brain Dixit F RIDAY 2:00 PM Super Munchkin Munchkin Firefly Revolution Lord of the Fries Unspeakable

4:00 PM Munchkin Zombies Zombie Dice The Stars are Right Poo/Tsuro SORRY Thunderstone GURPS: Fantasy 6:00 PM Revolution Nanuk Guillotine

8:00 PM Burn In Hell Revolution Munchkin Quest Zendo Thunderstone

10:00 PM Werewolves DOOM 12:00 AM Wits & Wagers Power Grid

2:00 AM OPEN GAMING 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM Zombie Dice Carcassonne

10:00 AM Car Wars: TCG Munchkin Firefly Revolution The Stars are Right Hard Burn Thunderstone Marvel Heroes 12:00 PM T URDAY Greed Quest Burn In Hell Spooks Munchkin Fantasy Blokus

SA 2:00 PM Cthluhu Dice Munchkin Zombies Zombie Dice Give Me the Brain 7 Card Samurai

4:00 PM The Stars Are Right Lord of the Fries HexHexNext GURPS: Traveller GURPS: Fantasy Small World Death Angel 6:00 PM Munchkin Zombies Give Me the Brain Dixit

8:00 PM Revolution! Aye, Dark Overlord Ravenloft 10:00 PM Munchkin Fantasy

12:00 AM DOOM 2:00 AM OPEN GAMING 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM Revolution

SUNDAY 10:00 AM Cthulu Dice Super Munchkin Revolution Spooks Forbidden Island 7 Card Samurai

12:00 PM The Stars Are Right Munchkin Zombies Revolution Burn In Hell Ticket to Ride Pandemic Thunderstone 2:00 PM Munchkin Fantasy Zombie Dice Give Me the Brain Drakon

4:00 PM CLOSED

32 Phoenix Comicon 2011 Programming Guide PhoenixComicon.com Board Games B-13, B-14, B-15, B-16, B-8 B-9 B-10 B-11 B-12 B-17, B-18, B-19, B-20

12:00 PM CLOSED 2:00 PM

4:00 PM Trollhalla Asteroyds Nightfall 6:00 PM Unspeakable Castle Ravenloft Game Library

Thursday 8:00 PM Rush'n'Crush Dream Factory Black Friday 10:00 PM Inn Fighting Abandon Ship!

12:00 AM

2:00 AM Open Gaming 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM Fluxx Rush'n'Crush Black Friday 10:00 AM Forbidden Island Straw Death Angel Trollhalla 12:00 PM Drakon Famiglia Infinite City F RIDAY 2:00 PM Colossal Abandon Ship! Pandemic Furstenfeld Game Library 4:00 PM BANG! Bridge Troll Nightfall 6:00 PM Forbidden Island

8:00 PM The Isle of Dixit Dr. Necreaux Small World Cosmic Ecnounter Black Friday 10:00 PM Myth: Pantheons Aye, Dark Overlord 12:00 AM Apples to Apples

2:00 AM

4:00 AM Open Gaming

6:00 AM

8:00 AM The Isle of Rumis Dr. Necreaux Furstenfeld 10:00 AM Drakon Straw Nexus Ops Iconica 12:00 PM T URDAY Zendo Famiglia Abandon Ship!

SA 2:00 PM Fluxx Myth: Pantheons Terra Prime Asteroyds Game Library 4:00 PM Ticket to Ride Star Fleet Straw

6:00 PM SORRY Forbidden Island Illuminati Famiglia Infinite City

8:00 PM The Isle of Wasabi Dr. Necreaux Thunderstone Talisman Black Friday 10:00 PM Guillotine Rush'n'Crush

12:00 AM Apples to Apples

2:00 AM

4:00 AM Open Gaming

6:00 AM

8:00 AM Myth: Pantheons Cosmic Ecnounter Asteroyds

SUNDAY 10:00 AM Infinite City Small World 12:00 PM Game Library Ravenloft Kings and Things Furstenfeld Nightfall 2:00 PM Dixit

4:00 PM CLOSED

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ROLEPLAYING GAMES

R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 R-5 R-6 R-7 R-8 R-9 R-10

12:00 PM CLOSED 2:00 PM

4:00 PM 40k: Rogue Time Renegades Savage Trader 6:00 PM Last Night Time Renegades Thursday 8:00 PM on Earth

10:00 PM 40k: Dark

12:00 AM Heresy

2:00 AM

4:00 AM OPEN GAMING

6:00 AM

8:00 AM 40k: Rogue Gladiator Savage Designer Pathfinder Pathfinder 10:00 AM Trader Gladiator Time Renegades

12:00 PM Savage Gladiator F RIDAY

2:00 PM 40k: Dark Gladiator Time Renegades Designer Touch of Evil Pathfinder Pathfinder 4:00 PM Heresy Gladiator Savage 6:00 PM Gladiator Touch of Evil Time Renegades 8:00 PM 40k: Death Gladiator Designer Pathfinder Pathfinder 10:00 PM Watch

12:00 AM

2:00 AM

4:00 AM OPEN GAMING

6:00 AM

8:00 AM

10:00 AM

12:00 PM T URDAY Iron GM, $10 player, $20 GM registration SA 2:00 PM

4:00 PM

6:00 PM Invasion from Outer Time Renegades 8:00 PM Designer 40k: Dark Space Pathfinder Pathfinder 10:00 PM Heresy

12:00 AM

2:00 AM OPEN GAMING 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM Savage 40k: Rogue Pathfinder Pathfinder Trader SUNDAY 10:00 AM Toon Houses Time Renegades 12:00 PM 40k: Death Toon Savage 2:00 PM Watch Time Renegades

4:00 PM CLOSED

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R-11 R-12 R-13 R-14 R-15 R-16 R-17 R-18 R-19 R-20

12:00 PM CLOSED 2:00 PM

4:00 PM LFR LFR LFR 6:00 PM

Thursday 8:00 PM

10:00 PM

12:00 AM

2:00 AM OPEN GAMING 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM LFR LFR LFR LFR 10:00 AM Ben's RPG Laughing Laughing Iconica 12:00 PM Ben's RPG F RIDAY Gamma 2:00 PM Ben's RPG LFR LFR LFR LFR 4:00 PM Hero's Ben's RPG Laughing Laughing 6:00 PM Banner Ben's RPG

8:00 PM Ben's RPG LFR LFR LFR LFR 10:00 PM

12:00 AM

2:00 AM

4:00 AM OPEN GAMING

6:00 AM

8:00 AM

10:00 AM

12:00 PM T URDAY Iron GM, $10 player, $20 GM registration SA 2:00 PM

4:00 PM

6:00 PM

8:00 PM

10:00 PM

12:00 AM

2:00 AM OPEN GAMING 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM

SUNDAY 10:00 AM Laughing Laughing LFR LFR Iconica LFR LFR 12:00 PM Tunnels & Gamma 2:00 PM Trolls

4:00 PM CLOSED

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COLLECTIBLE CARD GAMES MINIATURE WAR GAMES C- C- C- C- C- C- C- C- C- C- C- C- M- M- M- M- M- M- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6

12:00 PM CLOSED CLOSED 2:00 PM

4:00 PM Yu-Gi-Oh: Learn to Play Naruto: Learn to Play

6:00 PM Yu-Gi-Oh: Tournament Dust Tactics

Thursday 8:00 PM Magic the Gathering: Learn to Play Warhammer 40k: Learn to Play 10:00 PM Magic the Gathering: Tournament

12:00 AM

2:00 AM OPEN GAMING OPEN GAMING 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM

10:00 AM Magic the Gathering: Learn to Play

12:00 PM F RIDAY Warmachine: Learn to Play 2:00 PM Yu-Gi-Oh: Learn to Play

4:00 PM Yu-Gi-Oh: Tournament Warmachine: Steamroller Tournament 6:00 PM Magic the Gathering: Learn to Play

8:00 PM Magic the Gathering: Tournament Mercs: Learn to Play

10:00 PM

12:00 AM

2:00 AM OPEN GAMING OPEN GAMING 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM Henchmen 10:00 AM Pokemon: Learn to Play

12:00 PM T URDAY Pokemon: Tournament Warhammer 40k: Learn to Play SA 2:00 PM Naruto: Tournament 4:00 PM Warhammer 40k: 1500pt Blood Bath Pokemon: Casual Play 6:00 PM Tournament

8:00 PM Mercs: Learn to Play 10:00 PM Malifaux Demo

12:00 AM

2:00 AM OPEN GAMING OPEN GAMING 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM Yu-Gi-Oh: Learn to Play Circus Maximus

SUNDAY 10:00 AM Pokemon: Learn to Play Yu-Gi-Oh: Tournament Circus Maximus

12:00 PM Pokemon: Tournament Magic the Gathering: Learn to Play Circus Maximus

2:00 PM Pokemon: Casual Play Magic the Gathering: Tournament Circus Maximus

4:00 PM CLOSED CLOSED

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E-1 E-2 E-3 E-4 E-5 E-6 E-7 E-8 E-9 E-10 LARP LARP

12:00 PM CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED 2:00 PM

4:00 PM

6:00 PM

Thursday 8:00 PM World of Darkness Camarilla

10:00 PM

12:00 AM

2:00 AM CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM

10:00 AM Better GMing Techniques

12:00 PM Subgenres in Roleplaying F RIDAY 2:00 PM Mature Topics in Roleplaying Camarilla

4:00 PM

6:00 PM Texas Hold'em Tournament 8:00 PM Camarilla

10:00 PM

12:00 AM

2:00 AM CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM Path- Path-

10:00 AM Ben's finder finder RPG Laughing Laughing 12:00 PM Ben’s T URDAY RPG

SA Ben’s 2:00 PM LFR: Battle Interactive RPG Path- Path- 4:00 PM Ben’s finder finder RPG Laughing Laughing 6:00 PM Ben’s RPG 8:00 PM Ben’s RPG Houses LARP World of Darkness 10:00 PM

12:00 AM

2:00 AM CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED 4:00 AM

6:00 AM

8:00 AM

SUNDAY 10:00 AM Indie RPGs and Storytelling

12:00 PM

2:00 PM

4:00 PM CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED

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1-On-1 with Cosplay Zone and some you’ve never heard of. alien artifact! Swing by and have a chat with the directors Panelists: The Renegades Panelists: PJ Haarsma from Cosplay Zone, Arizona’s own Cosplay When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 226B) When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 124A) theater group. Ask them questions and get up- Achievement Unlocked: How To Gamer- Alien Heart Bigfoot dates on all their newest projects or just listen score Last year’s hit Pirates Heart Ninja gets another to their war stories from the past. Have you always wondered how Mario got his crack at it with Fiction House Mafia’s new one- Panelists: Cosplay Zone Peach? Or how Ada snagged Leon? Put away shot Aliens Heart Bigfoot. Thomas Healy lead When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 228) those lame strategy guides and get a load of his band of creators into this fun, action packed 18+ AMV Contest/Adult Viewing Room The Dollars cheat codes on dating a gamer! and well-produced winner of the year. Come see AMV’s adult-only Hentai and Yaoi Panelists: Dollars Panelists: Thomas Healy screening room. This event is for 18+, so don’t When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 226B) When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 126C) forget to bring your ID, school ID or driver Adapting Licensed Properties to Comics The Amateur Voice Acting Competition license – we will be checking at the doors. When working with established characters, PCC’s first official voice acting competition! Panelists: AMV stories can be a challenge. Join creators Bruce Think you’ve got what it takes to be the best When: Fri, 9:00-11:30PM (Room 222) McCorkindale, Jeffery J. Mariotte, Tony Parker anime voice actor in Arizona? 2011 Horror Film Trailer Preview and Michael Kessler from some of today’s top Panelists: Rice & Haggis Check out trailers for horror films hitting the properties to discuss adding their twist to these When: Sat, 7:30-11:30PM (Room 221) big screen in 2011! Remakes, new titles, big popular universes. Amateur Voice Acting Fun! blockbusters and indie horror, they’re all here Panelists: Bruce McCorkindale, Amateur Night – Think you have what it takes in this exclusive hour-long preview! Jeffrey J. Mariotte, Michael Kessler, to be an anime voice actor? Well, come and Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff Tony Parker stand behind the condenser mic and see your When: Thu, 9:30-10:30PM (Room 129A) When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 126B) true talents shine as you become an anime 400 Years of Jupiter Exploration Adapting Myths & Folklore character on the big screen! ASU Planetary Geologist Dr. David A. Williams Myths and folklore have always played a part in Panelists: Rice & Haggis takes a look at the past history of Jupiter explo- storytelling. Hear from authors who have con- When: Fri, 7:30-11:30PM (Room 221) ration and discusses plans for the next major tinued that grand tradition, adapting mythol- American Comic Book Idols Cosplay Flagship-class mission to the outer solar system ogy and folklore into their own fictional work. This is your time to show off your costume, play – the Europa-Jupiter System Mission. Panelists: James A. Owen, Janni Lee Simner, out your character and win prizes at the same Panelists: Dr. David A. Williams Laurie Brooks time. You will have a star-studded Cosplay When: Thu, 8:00-9:00PM (Room 123) When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 123) panel who will judge you and also give you tips 501st Star Wars Costume Building Advice for Beginning Writers on how to better your act or costume. Find out the history of the legion, basic cos- You’ve decided to finally write that novel. But Panelists: Brieanna Brock, Lessa Michelle, tume building, 501st costuming standards and where do you start? Get sound advice from Victoria Paege information for costume references. authors who have been there, done that and When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 126B) Panelists: 501st Legion made successful writing careers for themselves. AMV Contest When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 229A) Panelists: Allyson James, Gini Koch, J.S. Lewis, Jordan Summers, Marcy Rockwell Come view AMV’s from across the world and 68 & the Art of the Zombie When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 124A) take part in voting for best AMV in our Audi- Join horror comic’s creators as they dissect the ence Choice Award. zombie comics genre and offer an exclusive African Americans in the Con Scene Panelists: AMV look at the creation of their gore-soaked Viet- Whether it’s in Cosplay or JFashion, people When: Fri, 7:30-9:00PM (Room 222) nam/Zombie series. They will explain how you of all types have joined the bandwagon. But Anime From Video Games raise an army of the hungry dead. there are hardships for some. Watch Amiko We’re all used to how films based on video Panelists: Jay Fotos, Mark Kidwell, Nat Jones and JouninK as they explain their hardships in games are lame cash grabs. Take a look at the When: Sat, 9:00-10:00PM (Room 129A) Cosplay and Lolita, and ask them questions good, the bad and the downright questionable that you were once afraid to ask. Aaron Douglas & Battlestar Galactica Panelists: Amiko Costuming Group in this overview of a few titles that might just Join Aaron “Chief Tyrol” Douglas for a look When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 227C) fit the bill. back at his years on Battlestar Galactica and his Panelists: Kyle O’Brien recent TV work on The Bridge and Hellcats. An Afternoon With Ethan Van Sciver When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 223) Panelists: Aaron Douglas Come hang out with one of the comic book Anime Karaoke When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 121) world’s extreme social networkers. Ethan is Come sing your heart out in the Anime never afraid to say what’s on his mind. Aaron Douglas & Paul McGillion Panelists: Ethan Van Sciver Karaoke Room! Panelists: AMV Join Aaron Douglas and Paul McGillion for When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 125) a fun hour of behind-the-scenes stories from When: Fri and Sat, 9:00-11:30PM Battlestar Galactica, Stargate, Star Trek and AGENT of D.A.N.G.E.R. & Actionopolis (Room 226C) other series. …a task force of AWARD WINNING CRE- Anime Music Video Comedy Hour Panelists: Aaron Douglas, Paul McGillion ATORS who’ve worked with well-known com- Behind every great Anime Music Video is a When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 120 North panies across many entertainment disciplines: hilarious story. Come for the epic LOLZ as Ballroom) Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Warner Bros, we present some of the funniest and most Scholastic, Little Brown, Marvel, DC Comics entertaining Anime Music Videos ever created. Abri Van Straten Musical Performance and more. Come listen to us talk about our Panelists: Rice & Haggis Soothing sounds to the ear and soul. Abri has books and other projects! When: Sun, 1:30-3:00PM (Room 221) recently moved to the U.S. from South Africa Panelists: J.S. Lewis, Jake Bell, and now lives in California with his actress wife, Shannon Eric Denton, Terry Tibke Anime Music Video Game Show Kristin Bauer, currently on True Blood. When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 126C) Are you a true Otaku? Have you seen every Panelists: Abri van Straten anime under the sun? Are you an expert at When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room Sundance – Alien Encounters of the Book Kind! everything anime related? Well prove it! Come 1st Floor Hyatt) Kids Need to Read presents the fun side of science fiction with PJ Haarsma, author of to the Anime Music Game Show and strut your Abridged Appreciation the Softwire series. Kids will get to audition anime-stuff brain for fame and prizes! Panelists: Rice & Haggis Come appreciate the best and worst of the for a movie, listen to his gripping childhood When: Sun, 3:00-5:30PM (Room 221) underground world of the abridged. Popular alien encounter and get a glimpse of an topics will include Team Four Star, Littlekuriboh

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Anime Obscuro Art Auction Preview own equipment to bust those pesky polter- With such a vast selection of anime available to Join us for an exclusive sneak peek at artwork that geists. The Arizona Ghostbusters showcase the us these days, it’s easy to miss or forget about will be up for bid in the Saturday night auction. Ghostbusting tools of the trade. titles that might be worth your time. We’ll take a Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff Panelists: AZ Ghostbusters look at a couple of shows of various genres and When: Fri, 9:00-10:00PM (Room 125) When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 229A) different eras, with clips and comments. Beat the Otakus Panelists: Kyle O’Brien Art Contests, Crafts & Activities Daily Are you a trivia nerd? Think you can overthrow When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 226B) Art Contests, Crafts and Activities Run from 10:00 to 5:00 Friday, Saturday and Sunday. the best? Want to test your skills against our Anime Raves Nightly When: Fri, Sat, Sun 10:30-5:00PM (Room 127) special array of Otakus? We will have a special Anime-themed raves every night featuring the theme just for you! Asians in America hottest DJs from Arizona. Panelists: Dollars When: Thu, 10:00-2:00AM; AfterCon’s Asians in America panel is always a When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 223) Fri, 10:30-2:00AM, Sat 10:00-2:00AM laugh. Whether it would be dispelling stereo- Being a Newbie Writer (Room Phoenix Ballroom – 2nd Floor Hyatt) types or even promoting them, the panelists and the audience are always having fun. Getting a novel published is a long journey. Anime Singled Out Panelists: AfterCon Meet several of our author guests who have Based on the MTV show, Anime Singled Out is When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 225) recently seen their novels published. They’ll an interactive dating panel where lucky random give you an idea what it takes to get where they Author Round Up chance can get you the date of your dreams. are and where to go from there. Come meet several of our author guests in an Well, not really. You get a hug and some prizes Panelists: Gini Koch, Jordan Summers, informal chat session to find out what they’ll be for winning. Kevin Hearne, Marcy Rockwell Panelists: AfterCon doing during the weekend. When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 124A) When: Thu, 8:00-9:00PM (Room 122) When: Sat, 10:30-11:30PM (Room 222) Ben’s RPG Pile: The Arc of Souls Aprilynne Pike Spotlight Avatar Press Panel Last year’s heroic adventurers are racing back for Meet #1 New York Times best-selling author Here’s your chance to meet the creative minds more as they seek to return the legendary Arc of Aprilynne Pike and learn about Illusions, the behind Avatar Press, theindustry’s most ground- Souls to its rightful resting place before agents latest book in her faerie series. She’ll also talk breaking, risk-taking publisher! Hosted by of evil unleash its raw, life-draining power on a about what’s happening with the possible editor-in-chief William Christensen, this panel strategic region’s innocent inhabitants. movie adaptation of Wings, and her other includes JacenBurrows, whose atmospheric Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff upcoming work. artwork terrified readers of Garth Ennis’ Crosse- When: Sat, 8:00-10:00PM (Room Ellis – 2nd Panelists: Aprilynne Pike dand Alan Moore’s Neonomicon; Mike Wolfer, Floor Hyatt) When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 123) themulti-talented writer/artist whose current projects include LadyDeath, War Goddess, and Ben’s RPG Pile: The Arc of Souls Arizona Paranormal Activities Night of theLiving Dead: Death Valley; and Si Arc of Souls is an exclusive D&D 4E Comicon Scared of things that go bump in the night? Spurrier whois announcing his first Crossed Delve, presented by BensRPGPile.com that These people make it their mission to uncover project! Find out what new terrors this rogue challenges four, second-level characters in Arizona’s hot spots for specter spotting! Join publisher will unleash in themonths ahead, and another heart-pumping race against time. Are Valley Paranormal Investigators as they dish on get your questions answered! you game? Hosted by Gamer’s Inn. techniques, trials and tribulations of hunting Panelists: Jacen Burrows, Mike Wolfer, Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff ghosts in Arizona. Si Spurrier, William Christensen When: Sat, 4:00-6:00PM (Room Ellis – 2nd Panelists: Miskatonic Paranormal, When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 126C Comics) Floor Hyatt) Phoenix Paranormal Beyblade Tournament (Kids) When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 129A) AZ Ghostbusters Trivia What was Dana Barretts apartment number? You’ve seen the game, now come to our arena Armor & Weapons How much did the Ecto-1 cost? The Arizona and win for glory as you compete in four arenas Tricks and tips for building armor, weapons and Ghostbusters will offer up trivia questions cover- and battle other contestants to see who comes accessories to make your costume really stand ing the movies, cartoons, games and comics. out on top. Be the first-ever crowned Beyblade out. We will discuss a variety of materials. Jason Panelists: AZ Ghostbusters Champion for Phoenix Comicon! Washburn is a theatrical props designer, graphic When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 129A) Panelists: Pink Weasels artist and scenic painter When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 222) Panelists: Sew Renee LLC Ball Jointed Doll Faceup Basics The Big Idea When: Sun, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 229A) We will go over each step of a basic bjd faceup. We will cover materials needed, resources to The Big Idea, a regular feature on “Whatever” Around the World for Seven Dollars get those materials, what not to do and will also (John Scalzi’s website), gives authors the chance This panel encourages Cosplayers to try their cover basic body blushing. to talk about the “big idea” that went into their hardest. It will discuss the absolute dos and Panelists: Pink Weasels novels. Join John and several of those authors don’ts of costuming. I will also talk about the When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 226C) for a look at their big ideas. contest I won through Cartoon Network that Panelists: Cherie Priest, James A Owen, Ball Jointed Doll Gathering earned me a trip around the world for seven John Scalzi, Jordan Summers, Kevin Hearne, Join other ball jointed doll owners to talk about dollars. Sam Sykes Panelists: Kelsey Kelleher your kids and just hang out with other dolls. When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 122) Panelists: Pink Weasels When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 229A) When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 226C) Billy Dee Williams Arrgh! Pirate Swordfighting Welcome this legendary performer and hear Friday & Saturday Barry Bard’s At The Movies about his experiences in the Star Wars universe. Avast ye scalawags! The Jolly Roger flys as This always popular panel let’s you get a sneak Panelists: Billy Dee Williams Pirates battle on the decks of H.M.S. Phoenix peak at upcoming genre films. After the trailers, When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 120 North Comicon. Don’t get too close to the swordplay a lottery for free movie promotional material Ballroom) ye may end up being fitted for a wooden leg will be held. Sponsored by CASFS.org (Central BJD Photoshoot & Fashion Show or find yerself walkin’ the plank down to Davy Arizona Speculative Fiction Society). Panelists: Craig Dyer, Len Berger, Richard We will have backgrounds and props set up for Jones’ Locker. people to bring their ball jointed dolls to take Panelists: Pirates of Ecstasy-AZ Corsairs Bolinski, Stephanie Bannon pictures. When: Fri, 6:00-6:30PM Sat, 7:30-8:00PM When: Sun, 10:30-1:00PM (Room 124B) Panelists: Pink Weasels (Room 129B) Be Your Own Ghostbuster When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 226C) Are you troubled by strange noises in the middle of the night? Learn how to build your

40 Phoenix Comicon 2011 Programming Guide PhoenixComicon.com Boot Covers in Cosplay Arizona Popular Culture Experience. Comic Book Trivia Daily Footwear is the finishing touch that many Panelists: Arizona Pop Culture Experience Knowledge is power in the comic book world! costumers overlook! Come to SunaCosu’s panel When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 126C) Challenge all who doubt your braniac-like and discover how to create accurate shoes for knowledge and be rewarded with awesome Candy Sushi Funtime! your costume. Learn to choose, paint and alter prizes and bragging rights! You like sushi right? And candy? Well what shoes, and even create your own custom boot Panelists: Bob Bretall,Greg Mannino about sushi made out of only candy and sweet covers. When: Thu, 6:30-7:30PM & Fri, 7:30-8:30PM foods? Sounds amazing right? Well come join Panelists: SunaCosu (Room 125) Sat, 12:00-1:00PM & Sun, 10:30- the Dollars resident sweet tooth as I teach you When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 227C) 11:30AM (Room 126B) how to make adorable snacks. Boys’ Love 801 (18+) Panelists: Dollars Comic Book World of Social Networking Exploration into what yaoi is and its impact to When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 222) Learn how Facebook, Twitter, blogs, forums and the Japanese culture and the U.S. Example of other forms of social networking are used by Character Design – Body topics will include popular yaoi themes and creators such as Eric M. Esquivel, Andy Bohn This is an interactive panel where we’ll explain comparing them with real life. This panel is 18+, and Michael Kessler to keep you informed. Find the basics of character design in anime and please bring ID. new ways to connect online with new creators manga, and what the body says about your Panelists: Lena Le and build a fan base for your creations. character. When: Sat, 10:30-11:30PM (Room 223) Panelists: Andy Bohn, Eric M Esquivel, Panelists: Laura Rivera Michael Kessler When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 226B) Brain Eating Contests Thu, Sat, Sun When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 125) Brains aren’t just for thinking; they’re for eating! Character Design – Colors Join us as we challenge the appetites of attend- Comicon Wrap Up! The color schemes in character design tells a ees to a Jell-O showdown as they vie for awe- Close out the Con with a bang. Our Comic lot about the character, their lives and even the some prizes by swallowing as much gelatinous Book Creator guests will come by to share their creator. In this panel, we will explain what color cerebrum as possible! favorite experiences of the Con. schemes work for different kinds of characters Panelists: AZ Ghostbusters When: Sun, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 126B) and which ones simply won’t work. When: Thu, 6:30-7:30PM, Sat, 6:00-7:00PM, Panelists: Laura Rivera Sun, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 129A) Comics for All Ages! When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 226B) David Petersen and Chris Giarrusso discuss why The Brass Bells Society comics are for any age to enjoy. Many kids make Cherie Priest Spotlight The Brass Bells Society is a live sketch comedy their goals at a young age to become writers or Join author guest Cherie Priest for a talk on her show from The Brothers Bell, Aaron and J. artists through reading comic books. Clockwork Century novels, including a preview Allen Bell. Specializing in irony and the absurd, Panelists: Chris Giarrusso, David Petersen of the next novel in the series, Ganymede. She The Brass Bells Society combines live, scripted When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 126a Comics will also share her other fictional pursuits cover- sketch comedy and pre-taped skits. The Brass ing gothic horror, urban fantasy and steampunk. Comictionary Time! Bells Society is produced and written by The Panelists: Cherie Priest Last year’s hit game show is back to give you Brothers Bell. When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 122) When: Thu, 8:00-9:00PM (Room 126A) a jump start for a day of fun and excitement. Hosted by Tessie Smith, participants will guess Chuck! Adam Baldwin & Robert Duncan Breaking Into Comics what their group is trying to draw from the McNeill Every creator starts somewhere. Learn from the comic book universe. Get ready to laugh your Producer and director Robert Duncan McNeill pros David Petersen, Tony Parker, Michael Kes- pages off! and actor Adam Baldwin will share behind-the- sler and Aaron Lopresti about how to showcase Panelists: Tessie Smith scene stories, answer questions about the show your portfolio and market yourself to get the When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 126A) and what it’s like to work with a computer geek next stage. who has government secrets downloaded into Panelists: Aaron Lopresti, David Petersen, Con-Relationships 101 his brain. Michael Kessler, Tony Parker You’re at your first convention – now what? Panelists: Adam Baldwin, When: Fri, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 126A) Many will agree the best part of going to Robbie Duncan McNeill conventions is meeting new friends, but what if Bringing Your Fantasy World to Reality When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 120 North you’re one of the many shy Otaku in the world? Travis Hanson, fantasy illustrator and indepen- Ballroom) Dollars gives you some tips and tricks for meet- dent comic creator of The Bean, talks about ing new people. Codename: Raccoon City Ransom taking your fantasy world and making it into a Panelists: Dollars Have you lost a loved one to the infamous published piece and career. When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 225) Progenitor Virus? Are you a sad soul seeking Panelists: Travis Hanson answers to life’s questions such as: “Why did When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 126B) Convention Confessions: Fact or Fiction this happen to us?” and “Why is grandma trying This panel will examine a bizarre collection of The British Comics Invasion to bite me?” Fear no more, Alpha Team is here strange and unusual stories taken from various Join Brits Paul Cornell and Mike McKone for a to play mother. anime conventions throughout the U.S. Audi- talk about the British comics industry and a look Panelists: Alpha Team ence members will have to determine which of at British superheroes, such as Captain Britain, When: Thu, 9:30-10:30PM (Room 221) these stories really happened. Judge Dredd and Knight Squire. Panelists: Tony Pineda Coloring & Toning Panelists: Mike McKone, Paul Cornell When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 226B) Come meet guest Mara Aum and learn how to When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 125) use those amazing computer programs to color Cool Things I’m Reading The Buffyverse and tone your drawings. Well-read authors and bibliophiles discuss what A look at the ongoing universe of Buffy The Panelists: Mara Aum they’ve been reading of late and recommend Vampire Slayer and Angel. This panel covers the When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 223) new works for you to read as well. original theatrical movie, the TV series, the com- Panelists: Cherie Priest, Maryelizabeth Hart, Comic Book Collectors Unite! ics and the upcoming reboot movie. Paul Cornell Don’t forget what we are all here for – the love of Panelists: Casey Shultz, Jeffrey J. Mariotte, When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 122) comic books! Join us as we discuss our best finds, Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff, Yvonne Navarro great stories of meeting artists and writers, how When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 124B) to create a lasting collection with its own personal Building a Collection for a Lifetime stories, and how to buy and grade your comics. This panel will help you find ways to enhance Panelists: Bob Bretall, Jesse James, Phoenix your collection. The panel features John W. Comicon Panel Staff Edwards – a 40-year collector and owner of the When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 126C)

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Copyright for Writers, Comics, Novels Cosplay Q&A Tom Hutchison & More! The award-winning Cosplayers of SunaCosu- When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 126A) Whether you are a writer or illustrator, and NyuNyu and Disposable Assassin tell all! Creators Insomnia Round Robin whether you write comics, graphic novels or sci Audience members should come with their Join top-tier comics artist Michael Kessler, fi/fantasy novels, you need to know the basics questions about costume construction, Cosplay Andy Bohn, Jean Arrow, Jeff Pina and Caleb about how to protect your work. Come hear culture or any other random questions! Bishop for a cool jam session. Each artist gets about your rights under copyright law from a Panelists: SunaCosu 10 minutes to add a character to the page and copyright attorney. When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 227C) then it’s on to the next easel to add to another Panelists: Connie Mabelson stunning piece of collaborative art. The unique When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 125) Cosplay Roast Ever see a Comedy Central Roast? This is just jam pieces will go into our Saturday night Art Cosplay and Wigs 101 like that, but with our own people roasting one Auction. This panel provides answers to commonly of our own as another character. Join us as we Panelists: Andy Bohn, Caleb Bishop, searched questions about Cosplay wigs and roast Ash Ketchum. Jean Arrow, Jeff Pina, Michael Kessler prop-making advice. Panelists: Dollars When: Fri, 7:30-10:00PM (Room 126A) Panelists: We are Otaku! When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 226B) The Cultures of Cosplay When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 227C) Cosplay Skit Contest Ever wonder what Cosplay is like in Japan, Cosplay Cards The Phoenix Comicon Skit Contest is for both, Russia or England? Why the Japanese are the Can you be a Pokemon master? Duelists may people who do not make their costumes and best Cosplayers out there? Or why Cosplay in bring their own Pokemon cards or use the pre- for people who do. This panel is for anyone America is so strict? Join us as we talk about made decks. In between the duelists will be looking to bring to life the characters and sto- how Cosplay is different everywhere. a large-scale version of the Pokemon trading ries we all know and love. Compete to put your Panelists: Aicosu card game field. acting and directing capabilities to the test. When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 227C) Panelists: Dollars Panelists: Lauren Grover D.I.Y. Making Comics at Home When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 228) When: Sun, 3:00-5:30PM (Room 228) Step By Step Cosplay Chess – Heroes vs. Villains Cosplay Zone’s Character Auction! Eric Mengel and Danny Ricelli show you step Have you ever wondered what it would be A real auction where you can buy your favorite by step how to make a comic book from your like if chess was like J.K. Rowling’s infamous anime, manga or video game character! Bids home. They will guide you with actual materi- Wizards Chess? What about with you being any start at $15 and covers one hour with your als, including allowing you to participate in hero, villain and character you could imagine? character and a lunch afterwards with them! folding and stapling of the comic book. Here is where you will find Cosplay Chess! Panelists: Cosplay Zone Panelists: Dennmann, Eric Mengel Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 228) When: Fri, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 126B) When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 229A) CosplayZone Unleashed (18+) Dan Wickline’s Hero Initiative Workshop Cosplay Drama 101 After hours with Cosplay Zone and anything $20 So you got the costume, the wig and the props can happen! Ask personal or embarrassing Do you want to write comic books? This – what’s next? Develop your character right by questions in this 18+ event or just have silly two-hour class will be taught by Dan Wickline learning Cosplay drama, stage combat and adult story time. Either way, you won’t want to (ShadowHawk, 30 Days of Night, Sinbad) and last, but not least, false romance. miss this party. No video or recording devices will focus on the information you need to cre- Panelists: VocaloidCentralPro and IDs checked at door. (18+) ate a professional-level script. There is a $20.00 When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 226C) Panelists: Cosplay Zone fee for attending and you must pre-register. All When: Fri, 7:30-8:30PM (Room 223) proceeds go to the Hero Initiative. Cosplay Fashion Show Panelists: Dan Wickline Just like the J-Fashion show ... but for Co- Costume Basics When: Fri, 6:00-8:30PM (Room 126C) splays! Come show off your Cosplays whether Find out how to choose the right pattern and they’re bought, friend-made or self-made. All fabric for your costume, including basic pattern DC & Brightest Day ages and genres are welcome to come and layout, sewing tricks, working with difficult fab- Join Dave Beaty, Joel Gomez and Scott Clark show off their favorite Cosplays. rics and more. Presented by resident costume as they discuss DC’s hottest new flagship title Panelists: Cosplay Zone designer Renee Brown and lead seamstress The Brightest Day. When: Sun, 1:30-4:00PM (Room 225) Shirley Sneddon at Theater Works Panelists: Dave Beaty, Joel Gomez, Panelists: Theater Works Scott Clark Cosplay Makeup 101 When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 227C) When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 126B) Come by and learn all about Cosplay makeup! From colored eyebrows, to foundations and Cowboy Bebop, Faye Valentine Style! Deadlines & Shortcuts in Finishing Pages wig care, we’ll teach you all the basics to help Come meet guest Wendee Lee and learn all Local guest Armand Villavert will talk about your Cosplay looks be beautiful! there is about Faye Valentine and Cowboy how to work under tight deadlines and how Panelists: Aicosu Bebop. you can use some shortcuts to help you finish When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 229A) Panelists: Wendee Lee your work on time. When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 221) Panelists: Armand Villavert Cosplay Makeup Tips & Tricks on a Budget When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 225) There are a number of people who spend a lot Craft Foam Unleashed of time and money on making their Cosplay Learn how to use craft foam for Cosplay and Deadman’s Curse Concert costumes. This event will show ways to create achieve professional results. Instructors will go Fronted by lead singer Missi Mayhemm, makeup ideas with every day, inexpensive over what thickness you should use for each Deadman’s Curse was founded in January products and where to get them. project, how to cut, heat form, glue, and seal 2011. Together they are a psychobilly freight Panelists: Nina Darguzis your foam and use various paint effects. train rollin’ full speed ahead, and getting When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 228) Panelists: Pink Weasels ready to dominate stages all over Arizona. When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 229A) With a mixture of horror, gothic, and good Cosplay Photography Done Cheap ole-fashion spaghetti western overtones and Learn simple do-it-yourself Cosplay photogra- Creators Guide to Self-Publishing tightness that rivals most metal bands, Dead- phy using common household items and your You want to create your own comic and you man’s Curse is primed and ready to turn this own digital camera. Great looking pictures at have the writing and artwork done. Our panel place upside down. zero cost. Optional: bring in your camera for of professionals provide the steps to help get Panelists: Deadman’s Curse tips on the best settings to use. your comic stapled. When: Fri, 7:00-8:00PM (Room Regency Panelists: AZ Browncoats Panelists: Brian Pulido, Jacques La Grange, Ballroom – 1st Floor Hyatt) When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 229A) Matt Goodall, Shawn Demumbrum,

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Demo: Collaborative Art With Robots “Durarara” Movie right! This panel will discuss topics in fan fiction Saturday Anive viewing of Durarara you should stay away from, and how to write a Using crowd responses and interaction, three Panelists: AMV fanfic you can be proud of. robots create a unique piece of art before your When: Sat, 6:00-7:30PM (Room 226B) Panelists: Froggyfran eyes. We’ll look at the design, construction and When: Fri, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 225) Erotic Science Fiction & Fantasy programming of the robots, and talk about the Some mainstream fantasy and science fiction Fan to Professional challenges of designing real robotics. Ever wondered how it would feel to go from Panelists: University of Advancing Technology can get pretty steamy at times. Our panelists fanboy to pro overnight? David Petersen, Dave Robotics Team take a look at some of their work and that of Beaty, Tony Parker, and Michael Kessler talk When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 129B) others who take it to the next level. Panelists: Allyson James, Gini Koch, about the leap from fan to professional creator. Demo: Collaborative Art With Robots Jordan Summers How did they do it? What is it like working for a Sunday When: Fri, 9:00-10:00PM (Room 123) major publisher? Using crowd responses and interaction, three Panelists: Dave Beaty, David Petersen, “Eureka Seven” Movie robots create a unique piece of art before your Michael Kessler, Tony Parker Eureka Seven good night, sleep tight, young eyes. We’ll look at the design, construction and When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 125) lovers. programming of the robots, and talk about the Panelists: AMV Fans Giving Back challenges of designing real robotics. When: Fri, 4:30-7:30PM (Room 221) From Can’t Stop the Serenity screenings to Panelists: University of Advancing Technology Stormtrooper Toy Drives, find out how various Robotics Team Eva Ink Artist Group fan groups give back to the community and how When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 129B) Meet Eva Ink Artist Group members Joe Jusko, you can help. The Differences Between Manga & Comics Mark Texiera, Renee Witterstaetter, Steve Scott. Panelists: AZ Browncoats, AZ Ghostbusters Panelists: Joe Jusko, Mark Texiera, Renee Ever wondered what the major differences are When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 124A) Witterstaetter, Steve Scott between manga and comics? Well, come talk to When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 126B) Film Festival Daily our amazing manga and comic guests to hear The Film Festival runs from open to close every the subtle differences between the two and get Evil Come, Evil Go Concert day in room 128. Please see pages 30-31 for full your questions answered. Originally started by Don Domino and Kire schedule and list of films . Panelists: Armand Villavert, David Doub, Lestat in 2008, ECEG has opened up for acts When: Thu, 6:30-11:30PM; Fri & Sat 10:30- Jolene Houser, Mara Aum such as The Misfits, TSOL, Mad Sin, and many 11:30PM; Sun, 10:30-4:30PM (Room 128) When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 222) more punk rock/psychobilly acts from all over Film School: A Guide for the Cheap Digital Comic Techniques the globe! Panelists: Evil Come, Evil Go Filmmaker Join Michael Kessler, Dave Beaty and Greg When: Fri, 10:30-11:30PM (Room Regency A seminar on how to make movies on a low Mannino as they explain how digital art was cre- Ballroom – 1st Floor Hyatt) budget. An informal session initially built as a ated with the goal of bringing industry-proven Q/A session while providing tips and advice for and professional art techniques to the masses. Exclusive Phoenix Comicon Art Auction those looking to make movies without breaking Panelists: Dave Beaty, Greg Mannino, Our Art Auction features unique one-of-a-kind the bank. Michael Kessler creations by Phoenix Comicon creators past, Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 126B) present and future. Pieces will include single art- When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 129A) Doctor Who: The Fan Perspective ists and multi-artist jam pieces. The Auction helps Final Fantasy Join our panelists for a discussion of Doctor support our offical charity Kids Need to Read. Panelists: Dave Beaty, Jeff Nieman Are you worthy of the title of King? Based on Who, past, present and future! the Scene-It board game, compete in our own Panelists: Chris Swanson, John Wheeler, When: Sat, 7:30-11:30PM (Room 125) game of trivia and earn a shot at the big prize. Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff Extreme Dance Competition Everyone gets a chance to answer questions! When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 122) Competitors will have the chance to show off Come join us on our quest to find out who is the The Dos & Don’ts of Anime Conventions their dancing skills for the chance to win the true “King of the Otaku’s!” A presentation followed by a discussion about first-ever dance competition. Groups or single Panelists: Project Nailbait the do’s and don’ts of anime conventions. competitors will have a chance to complete one When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 223) Panelists: The Renegades full dance routine that fits their level of difficulty. Forming an Art Team with Hex the When: Thu, 8:00-9:00PM (Room 222) Panelists: Spence When: Sun, 10:30-1:00PM (Room 221) Lost Tribe The Dos & Don’ts of Epic Fantasy Keu Cha,Harry Cha and Micheal Stewart discuss Fairy Tales for the 21st Century Our panel of authors discuss the clichés and their new book Hex the Lost Tribe and how they With Wing’s, Bones of Faerie and Red[JY3], our tropes inherent in epic fantasy, and how they formed a great creative team to make this proj- panelists have crafted their own modern-day avoid or change them in their own work. ect ready for the stands and the consumer. Panelists: James A. Owen, fairy tales. Find out how they approach their Panelists: Keu Cha Michael A. Stackpole, Sam Sykes work and how they put their marks on ancient When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 126A) When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 124B) ideas. Panelists: Aprilynne Pike, Janni Lee Simner, Frank Beddor & The Looking Glass Wars Dos & Don’ts to Have in a Portfolio Jordan Summers Frank Beddor knows the truth about what really Ever wondered what you should and shouldn’t When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 124A) happened to Alyss in Wonderland, as chronicled have in your art portfolio? Local guest Armand in The Looking Glass Wars series of novels, Faked or Fact: Debunking Internet Videos Villavert will talk about all the dos and don’ts of cards, graphic novels and possible movie. We’ve all seen paranormal videos on YouTube creating a draw dropping portfolio. Panelists: Frank Beddor Panelists: Armand Villavert that were just too good to be true, but were When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 124B) When: Sat, 7:30-8:30PM (Room 225) they actually hoaxes? Bill Bailey, co-founder of Phoenix Paranormal, will show you some of Full Metal! Double Dose Comictionary the most popular paranormal videos on the Have a burning question about Full Metal Time to team up again and beat the heck out Internet, and what to look for to tell if they were Alchemist? Come meet Vic Mignogna, voice of the other team. Use your artistic abilities to faked. of Edward Elric, and listen to all the behind the draw out the item on your card and have your Panelists: Phoenix Paranormal scenes information about the amazing anime. teammates guess what it is. Big Prizes! When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 129A) Panelists: Vic Mignogna Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 221) When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 126B) Fan Fiction: How To Do It Right Fan fiction has a reputation for being awful, but it doesn’t have to be if you know how to do it

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The Future’s Not So Bright buster Winston Zeddemore. As a Ghostbuster Halocene Concert Dystopian fiction has long been a staple of and as an actor, Ernie Hudson has seen stuff Overflowing at the seams of a city where science fiction in novels and films. Our panelists that will turn you pale! Join us in welcoming him droughts outshine the rain, Phoenix, Arizona’s look at the current use of a dystopian setting in and hearing about his many experiences. self-professed do-it-yourself artists, Halocene, their work and that of others. Panelists: Ernie Hudson are bringing their own reign of modern-rock Panelists: Janni Lee Simner, Jordan Summers, When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 121) music to the thirsty scene. Lisa McMann, Weston Ochse Panelists: Halocene Giant Girlfriend Concert When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 129A) When: Fri, 6:00-7:00PM (Room Regency Giant Girlfriend is alternative trip-hop music Ballroom – 1st Floor Hyatt) Game Design Workshop inspired by everything we watch on TV, hear Learn the basics of game design in this hands- on the radio and see in the real world. Giant Hammer Improv Fri & Sat Night $20 on tutorial session taught by game design Girlfriend was established in Oakland in 2010. Los Angeles-based Hammer Improv, aka Ham- faculty from the University of Advancing Panelists: Giant Girlfriend mer Don’t Hurt ‘Em, serves up improv comedy Technology. Participants will work in small teams When: Sat, 5:00-6:00PM (Room Regency from the nerdy, oft-irreverent, creative minds to create an original tabletop game. Prizes will Ballroom – 1st Floor Hyatt) behind The Guild, Legend of Neil, Diggnation, be awarded for the best games. Sessions at the and The Jeff Lewis 5-Minute Comedy Hour. $20 Girl Power Young-Adult Style Hyatt on Thursday and Friday check at the gam- admission Join young adult authors Aprilynne Pike, ing area information desk for times Panelists: Hammer Improv, Jeff Lewis, Laurie Brooks and Janni Lee Simner as they When: Thu, Fri (2nd Floor Hyatt) Sandeep Parikh discuss their work and their empowered When: Fri & Sat, 10:00-11:30PM (Room 121) Geek Prep female characters. Join Ryan Cleveland as he tells stories about his Panelists: Aprilynne Pike, Janni Lee Simner, The Happy Fun Time Panel with Candy life in the pop culture world and learn from his Laurie Brooks Silliness contained in one panel room with lots mistakes. When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 123) and lots of sugar to be given out! Panelists: Ryan Cleveland Panelists: Cosplay Zone The Girl Who Leapt Through Space When: Thu, 9:30-10:30PM (Room 126A) When: Fri, 10:30-11:30PM (Room 223) Movie – The Spacefaring Girl and also trans- Geek Prom lated as The Girl Who Leapt Through Space, is “Haruhi Suzumiya S2” Movie Phoenix Comicon and Bookmans have teamed a Japanese anime television series, created and Haruhi Suzumiya S2 Anime Viewing up to support Kids Need To Read and now you produced by Sunrise. Panelists: AMV can too! Our Geek Prom is a charity fundrais- Panelists: AMV When: Fri, 10:30-11:30PM (Room 226B) ing event on behalf of KNTR. The Geek Prom When: Sat, 7:30-9:00PM (Room 226B) “Hayate” Movie is bringing in terrific DJs and amazing guests Global Climate Change Basics Hayate Anime Viewing in support of this celebration of all things Geek Join Glendale Community College Professor Dr. Panelists: AMV $10 admission with all proceeds going to KNTR. Kimberly Smith for a PowerPoint presentation When: Fri, 9:00-10:30PM (Room 226B) When: Sat, 8:00-12:00AM (Room Regency discussing global climate change: what it is, Ballroom – 1st Floor Hyatt) what is real, what is unknown and what you can Heathyr Hoffman & ARMS Getting a Game Education do about it! Join Heathyr Hoffman from the Syfy Channel Do you want to make games professionally? Panelists: Dr. Kimberly Smith series Ghost Hunters Academy and the Arizona This panel session discusses what it takes to get When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 123) Research Mediumship Society (ARMS) for a spir- into the game industry today. It begins with a ited discussion on balancing the metaphysical Got Portfolio? well-rounded education. Here to talk about the with the scientific in paranormal investigation. Tony Parker and Jolene Houser will help you Panelists: Arizona Research & Mediumship specific areas of study are UAT game degree prepare your portfolio and get it ready for the Society, Heathyr Hoffman professors Ehgner, Selgrad, Eilers, and Wess- first big day of the show. When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 129A) man. Check at gaming area information desk for Panelists: Jolene Houser,Tony Parker time and location When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 126A) Heinlein Body Art by Mark Greenawalt Getting Inside the Criminal Mind (18+) Great Mecha Anime Whether it’s a horror story, comic or fantasy Artist Mark Greenawalt transforms a live model Giant robots are in anime. They’re in a lot of epic, you need to have a good antagonist for into a character from the works of Robert A. anime – a lot of anime that’s nurtured many your hero. From serial killers to super villains, Heinlein using body paints. Greenawalt appears of the industry’s biggest and brightest talents. our panelists take a look at what goes into the in support of the Heinlein Society and the Blood They’ve created a genre that’s spawned so creation of a good bad guy. Drive, a cause that was very important to the many different titles over the years. Panelists: Jeffrey J. Mariotte, Paul Cornell, late Heinlein. 18+ only IDs checked at door. Panelists: Kyle O’Brien Weston Ochse Panelists: Mark Greenawalt When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 223) When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 124A) When: Fri, 9:00-11:30PM (Room 229A) The Guild Getting the Word Out Hi-Fi Colors for Comics The Guild may just be the most popular web Learn from the pros the best ways to promote Every month your favorite comic books must be series of all time. Join members of the cast as and market your novel. colored before going to press, but just how are they talk about what it’s like to break ground in Panelists: Gini Koch, James A Owen, Jordan comic books colored? Learn about the creative a new medium and create iconic characters that Summers, Weston Ochse art of comic book coloring from Hi-Fi Designs. resonate with the geek in all of us. When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 124A) Panelists: Hi-Fi Colour Designs Panelists: Jeff Lewis,Sandeep Parikh When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 126A) Getting to Issue #2 When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 121) Horror Metrics Join Mike Kessler in an interactive review of the “Gurren Lagann” the Movie When things get scary in a story, how do you obstacles that cause delays in the creative pro- The Lights in the Sky Are Stars. decide how intense and graphic your story cess for comic book creators. Analyze the cause Panelists: AMV should be? Join our panel of authors for a look for delays of creators in the audience and work When: Sat, 7:30-10:00PM (Room 222) at how far you can take horror. through solutions. It’s also a great networking Panelists: Jeffrey J. Mariotte, Weston Ochse, opportunity. Halocene Acoustic Set Yvonne Navarro Panelists: Michael Kessler An Acoustic set by Halocene When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 124A) When: Sun, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 126A) Panelists: Halocene Ghostbusting with Ernie Hudson When: Sat, 8:30-9:30PM (Room Sundance – 1st Floor Hyatt) Ernie Hudson is a prolific actor with credits in many films, but he is most recognized as Ghost-

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Host Club How to Self-Publish with Albert Morales about the Hero Initia- Host Club at the Terrace Cafe on the 2nd Floor Come talk to our guests and learn how to self- tive and the need for the comics industry to Panelists: Sanguine Snacks publish your own work. Ask questions and find continue to preserve and celebrate its cultural When: Fri, 5:00-8:00PM (Room Atrium – 2nd answers to avoid the hidden pitfalls that are out history. Floor Hyatt) there. Panelists: Albert Morales, Jacques La Grange, Panelists: Armand Villavert, David Doub, Kathleen Dunley, Phoenix Comicon Panel How Not to Make Your Character a Jolene Houser, Mara Aum Staff Mary Sue When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 225) When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 126C Comics) Learn the basics of how to make a good balanced character that your public can identify with. How Tos of Anime Music Video Production The Interloper: Alien Warrior Comedian Panelists: Laura Rivera Anime + music = awesome! Thinking about From Planet Satiri IV, the Inteloper is one of the When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 226B) getting into the hobby of making anime music most remarkable acts emerging in the stand-up videos? Come on in, and we’ll show you the circuit. Since his appearance on Last Comic How to Be a Bada$$ 101 basics and some helpful techniques that will Standing, he has traveled across the country, Learn what it takes to be a bada$$ in anime. We make your anime music video shine! performing at comedy clubs, film festivals, and will examine characters such as Vegeta, Seto Panelists: Rice & Haggis sci-fi and comic book conventions. Kaiba, Itachi, Dante and many more. Panelists: When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 221) Panelists: The Interloper: Alien Warrior The Renegades Comedian When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 225) Hwa Rang Do: Korean Martial Art of When: Sat, 4:00-6:00PM (Room Phoenix Nobility How to Build a Time Machine Ballroom – 2nd Floor Hyatt) As a student of this Martial and Healing Art, you Time travel makes great science fiction, but will gain a better understanding of your self and The Intersection of Science & Fiction can it really be done? Travel into the future is a how to use the practice and study of the Martial Join award-winning author and scientist Robert reality, but going back in time is problematic. Arts to your full potential. Presented by Master J. Sawyer, and theoretical physicist, cosmolo- Wormholes in space look to be the best bet Tim Elliott and the students of the Hwa Rang Do gist, astrobiologist and best-selling author Paul to achieve time travel. This lecture will explain Phoenix Academy Davies for an informal and enlightening discus- it all! When: Sat, 1:00-2:30PM (Room 2nd Floor sion on how best to meld science with fiction. Panelists: Paul Davies Anime Hall – Convention Center) Panelists: Paul Davies, Robert J Sawyer When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 124B) When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 124B) I Gotta Do What?! Indie Film Distribution How to Costume a Superhero Indie filmmaker and distribution professional, iPad Influences on the Comic Book World What is a superhero without a super costume? Jon Bonnell, shares his practical, no-nonsense How are tablet devices changing comics? New This panel will discuss creating or recreating approach to getting your film sold. This work- digital comics will feature interactive functions your own superhero or heroine costume. If you shop is presented courtesy of Infinite Spectrum and navigation. Adoption of “ePub” will allow want help with a specific superhero, please Productions. indies to deliver content via multiple devices. bring a picture or comic. Panelists: Infinite Spectrum Productions Learn what the pros think about this new Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff When: Sat, 6:00-8:30PM (Room 124B) frontier. When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 227C) Panelists: Jacques La Grange, Imperial Cadet Training Fri,Sat,Sun How to Date an Asian Shawn Demumbrum Lord Vader commanded the 501st to prepare You’ve seen them around, but you’re too afraid When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 126B) the next generation of recruits to serve the to talk to them. Well, now’s your chance to learn Empire. Kids will be trained by experts and Iron GM how to snag an Asian male or female love inter- use their new skills to fight their way through Game Masters are given three secret story ele- est and keep them reeled in. Phoenix Comicon’s special combat course. ments on which to base adventures using the Panelists: Amiko Panelists: 501st Legion 3.5 System Reference Document (SRD). Decide When: Thu, 9:30-10:30PM (Room 222) When: Fri, Sat, Sun 2:00-5:00PM (Room 129B) who will be crowned the Iron Contender, and How to Draw a Dragon sent to Gen Con. *Please note that this event The Improvised Anime Dating Show requires a separate admission fee to participate. Get a lesson in dragon drawing from author/art- Three contestants are pulled directly from the ist James A. Owen, creator of The Chronicles of When: Sat, 10:30-5:00PM (Room Atrium – audience to compete for the love of their lives 2nd Floor Hyatt) the Imaginarium Geographica. on a game show featuring a lucky bachelor (or Panelists: James A. Owen bachelorette) and the Renegades. Any number It’s All About “Chew” When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 127) of questions could arise depending on the 2010’s Eisner and Harvey award-winning team How to Draw in Any Style imagination. of John Layman and Rob Guillory, creators of Local guest Armand Villavert will talk about Panelists: The Renegades Chew, show you how an idea went from the general artistic style that crosses all genres, so When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 221) drawing board to one of the biggest hits of the year! don’t miss out. Indie Publishing for E-Reading Panelists: Armand Villavert, Jolene Houser Panelists: John Layman, Rob Guillory Learn how eBooks are changing the publishing When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 225) When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 125) world, and how you can publish your own books How to Draw Sexy Women (18+) and comics for mobile eReader devices like the It’s the Comic Book Feud! Come meet local manga artist Armand Villavert Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPhone and Android. Comics vs. Cosplay! and learn how he draws those sexy women you Panelists: Ovi Demetrian Jr Come watch the comic books against Cosplay always see in mangas. This is an adult-themed, When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 129A) as they play the Comic Book Feud. Have fun, 18+ panel. Nudity in drawing will be shown. win prizes and take part in crowning this year’s The Inkers, Colorists & Editors, Oh My! Feud winners! 18+ and over, unless accompanied by an adult. It takes more than just an artist and writer to put Panelists: Armand Villavert Panelists: Andy Bohn together a comic book. Our panel takes a comic When: Fri, 7:30-8:30PM (Room 225) When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 126C) from raw material to finished product. Learn How to Find a Japanese BF/GF about these important elements of comic book J-Fashion Show Have you ever wanted your own Japanese publishing from the pros who make it happen. Is your favorite outfit from Angelic Pretty? boyfriend or girlfriend but don’t know where to Panelists: Blond, Dave Beaty, Greg Mannino, Bodyline? H. Naoto? Moi Meme Motie? Or look or how to talk to them? This is the panel for Joe Weems, Larry Hama maybe you made it yourself? Whatever your you! Learn the secrets of Japanese people from When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 125) style, come rock the runway with your favorite a native Japanese male! Japanese-inspired fashion! Innovation Panel: Comics & Cultural Panelists: Pink Weasels, Poison Sugar Panelists: Naomi Suzuki History When: Fri, 7:30-8:30PM (Room 226C) When: Fri, 7:00-8:00PM (Room Phoenix Ball- Kathleen Dunley of Rio Salado College speaks room – 2nd Floor Hyatt)

46 Phoenix Comicon 2011 Programming Guide PhoenixComicon.com J-Fashion Trunk Show Panelists: Project Nailbait five special ladies. This panel is family friendly. Come see local Japanese fashion artists show off When: Sat, 7:30-8:30PM (Room 226C) Panelists: Dollars When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 226B) their clothing lines. Then get a chance to purchase Kingdom Hearts Tell All some of their clothing you just saw on the runway. This is a panel about the Kingdom Hearts series Let’s Play an Ero (18+) Panelists: Pink Weasels with discussions ranging from game play, plot, Ever dreamed of having a sensual relationship When: Sat, 1:30-4:00PM (Room 222) fandom and future of the series. with your childhood friend, the quiet girl in the Jamie Paglia’s Eureka! Panelists: Rob Wilkinson library or the class rep? Or maybe had dreams SyFy’s hit show Eureka is full of quirky genius When: Fri, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 226C) of making everyone happy with a harem? Join the Dollars in the adventure called Let’s Play an as well as quirky geniuses. Meet series creator Knockin B****es Down Jamie Paglia and get the latest news on what’s Ero for 18+. Come listen to hot derby chicks talk about roller happening with your favorite characters. Panelists: Dollars derby, skating and, you guessed it, knockin’ Panelists: Jaime Paglia, Wil Wheaton When: Sat, 9:00-10:00PM (Room 223) b****es down! When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 120 North Panelists: Desert Dolls Roller Derby Lifeline, A Survival Guide to Conventions Ballroom) When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 129B) We discuss all the important and obvious things Japanese Cooking for the American every attendee should know. Then we discuss Know Your Anime? Think Again! Palette safety and proper behavior at conventions as You think you know anime? Let the Dollars test We’ve all heard and seen them in Japanese well as discuss weapons policies and answer your knowledge to see how well you know the culture, whether it be in anime, magazines or in why certain things are enforced. difference in mainstream and not mainstream real life. But have you ever wanted to make rice Panelists: Cosplay Zone anime. balls, sweet dumplings and takoyaki yourself? When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 223) Panelists: Dollars It’s much easier than you think, and we’ll show When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 226B) Lisa McMann Spotlight you how! Join New York Times bestselling young-adult Panelists: Rice & Haggis Know Your Japanese Memes author Lisa McMann for a look at her “Wake” When: Sat, 10:30-1:00PM (Room 223) Nothing is more funny than seeing the Internet trilogy, Cryer’s Cross and a preview of her new spawn some hilarious inside jokes. Come and John Scalzi Spotlight series starting this fall, “The Unwanteds.” see what everyone is laughing about as we Phoenix Comicon welcomes back Hugo award- Panelists: Lisa McMann present stories and origins behind the Internet’s winning author John Scalzi! He’ll be reading When: Sun, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 123) most beloved Japanese Memes. from something new and answering questions Panelists: Rice & Haggis Little Otaku Bootcamp (Kids) about his work, life, pets and his plans to take When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 226B) This panel introduces kids to the animes and over the world. games their parents grew up with. It also helps Panelists: John Scalzi Learn How to Dance the “Thriller” teach kids and parents the appropriate animes When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 122) Learn the Thriller Dance from Michael Jackson’s to watch. Age group will be from five-years-old #1 hit! The Thrill the World Dance event is in Just a Minute with Paul Cornell & Friends to 10-years-old. Parents are welcome to stay October 2011, where worldwide participants Join Paul Cornell and special guests for a fun and participate. dance simultaneously in an effort to break round of the British radio game show Just a Panelists: Bariah Steiner a world record and raise money for Phoenix Minute. When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 226B) Children’s Hospital. Panelists: Paul Cornell Panelists: Thrill the World – Phoenix Lolita 101 When: Fri, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 121) When: Sat, 7:30-8:30PM (Room 129A) This panel will go over the basics of the Lolita “K-ON” Movie style, the guidelines and how-tos of Lolita, and Lego Cactus Brick Build-Off Fri, Sat, Sun K-ON Anime Viewing. its history. Join members of the Arizona Cactus Brick Panelists: AMV Panelists: Pink Weasels, Poison Sugar Lego Builders Club as they show off cool Lego When: Fri, 6:00-7:30PM (Room 226B) When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 223) creations and host an interactive Lego build-off. Karaoke Idol Build towers, a race car, a mini set or really chal- Lolita 102 Want to have fame and fortune! Come enter the lenge yourself in the blind build-off. Not for the beginner Lolita, this panel goes fur- very first PCC Karaoke Idol competition and see Panelists: Arizona CactusBrick Lego ther into the more obscure styles of Lolita, such if you walk away with ultimate fame! Builders Club as what makes the difference between a good Panelists: AMV When: Fri, Sat, Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room outfit and a great outfit, where to shop and how When: Sun, 3:00-5:30PM (Room 222) 129B) to accessorize. Panelists: Pink Weasels, Poison Sugar Kazha Concert Legos, Toys & Custom Action Figures When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 225) Lead singer Kazuha Oda, which the band gets its Action figures and Legos are a huge part of name, decided to start the band after her success- comic book culture. Learn some history, check Lolita Sewing ful solo career. She released several albums in Ja- out some amazing custom figure work and get a This panel will go over commercial patterns for pan and worked with the wide variety of different sneak peak at some of the new cool toys coming Lolita Fashions, simple altering techniques for artists. Kazha’s musical style ranges from soulful, out in 2011 from David Oakes and Mark Larracas. already-made clothing, pattern techniques like jazz-tinged pop to the verge of Goth metal. Panelists: David Oakes, Mark Larracas, rectangle and circle skirts, as well as what kind Panelists: Kazha Pat Billings of material and lace should be used. When: Fri, 9:30-10:30PM (Room Phoenix When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 126A) Panelists: Pink Weasels, Poison Sugar Ballroom – 2nd Floor Hyatt) When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 223) Leonard Nimoy Kids’ Graphic Novels Legendary actor, author and artist Leonard “Lucky Star” Movie This panel looks into the vast amounts of manga Nimoy talks about his long and distinguished Luck Star Anime Viewing directed toward younger audiences. career, and about portraying one of the most Panelists: AMV Panelists: Remnant Ninjas well-known and iconic characters in sci fi. When: Fri, 7:30-9:00PM (Room 226B) When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 223) Panelists: Anthony Pascale, Leonard Nimoy When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 120 North The Magical Girl Hour (Kids) King of the Otakus Ballroom) Ever dream of saving the day just like in Magical Are you worthy of the title King? Based on the Girl anime? Join Twilight Sparkle and friends in a Scene-It board game, compete in our own Let’s Play a VN (All Ages) fun-filled activity panel for your little girl! Come game of trivia and earn a shot at the big prize Did you ever want to be the hero of a story, or and make crowns, color and experience the Everyone gets a chance to answer questions! live the life of someone in a harem? Well now magic! (Aimed for ages 3 to 10 years of age.) Come join us on our quest to find out who is the you can with the Dollars help. If you make all the Panelists: Spence true King of the Otakus! right choices, you could end up with one out of When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 221)

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Maid Cafe Mantecoza: The film & It’s Magic Masquerade Recap Maid Cafe at the Terrace Cafe on the 2nd Floor See Exclusive footage of steampunk fantasy Ever wanted to talk to the winners of the mas- of the Hyatt. film Mantecoza, hear about the film and get querade and find out how the heck they made Panelists: At Your Service Maid & Butler Cafe something FREE! Meet animatronics expert those outfits? Now’s your chance to talk to When: Sat, 1:00-4:00PM (Room Cowboy – Lon Muckey, director Joel K, writer-art director some of the winners from this year’s masquer- 2nd Floor Hyatt) Sue Kaff, costume designer Thomas Moyer and ade. Don’t miss this chance! actors Katherine Stewart, James Leatherman Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff Maid Cafes 101 and Aaron Ginn-Forsberg When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 225) This is an introduction to the world of Maid When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 124A) Cafes and what to expect when attending one Masquerades De-Mystified at a convention or even in Akiba. We’ll show The Many Voices of Brina Palencia Want to know the inner workings of masquer- the history of how they started in the Japanese Come meet our guest Brina Palencia and learn ade judging and why the winners won? Hear Otaku culture and spread into the American about all the amazing voices she’s done, rang- tips to better prepare you for winning those convention scene. ing from Rei Ayanami in the Evangelion movies best-in-show prizes. Hosted by The Cosplay Panelists: At Your Service Maid & Butler Cafe to Ciel Phantomhive in the Anime Black Butler. Zone, a multi-award winning best-in-show When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 225) Panelists: Brina Palencia group and Cosplay theater troupe. When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 221) Panelists: Cosplay Zone Make Your Own Pokemon (KIDS) When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 228) Ever wanted to make your own Pokemon? The Many Voices of Vic Mignogna Now’s your chance! You can decide the type of Come meet our guest Vic Mignogna and learn Mass Effect General Pokemon (ground, water, etc.), make up attacks about all the amazing characters he has voiced Discuss all things Mass Effect. Ask questions or special abilities, and draw a picture of it to throughout his career. Ask your questions and about various things about the game. Each take home. learn more about Vic and the industry. play-through of the game is unique, so every- Panelists: Pink Weasels Panelists: Vic Mignogna one will have a different experience to share When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 222) When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 221) and speculate what will happen once Mass Effect 3 comes out. Makeup: Evolution of the Zombie “Marvel”ous Mystery! Panelists: Project Nailbait This panel will feature make-up demonstrations The cosmic cube is missing! Join the Arizona When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 223) centered around the perception of a zombie as Avengers in their search for the Cosmic Cube. evolved through time from the mummies of the Training will be provided to all those attend Max Brooks: Zombie Expert & Historian initial Egyptian days to more modern creations, as well as prizes rewarded to those who can The zombies are coming. What better place to such as those featured in The Walking Dead. answer trivia questions asked by the Avengers. make a stand than here with best-selling author Panelists: Amanda Susnjara In addition to your training, you will have the Max Brooks, writer of World War Z and The When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 229A) opportunity to become an honorary member Zombie Survival Guide? of the Avengers as well as learn what it takes Panelists: Max Brooks Making Furry Heads to become a real hero in your local community. When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 120 North Join an informative panel on how to make Panelists: Arizona Avengers Ballroom) lightweight, furry mascot heads with a move- When: Fri, 6:00-8:30PM (Room 228A able jaw and follow-me eyes. Costuming) Meet & Greet Port”show”lio Panelists: Cosplay Zone Port”show”lio is an open session with profes- When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 229A) Mary Sings! sional creators. If you are an aspiring creator Ever wondered who sings those amazing intro and want to get feedback from established The Making of a Man: Makeup for a Hero and ending songs on anime series? Well, come pros, this event is for you. Many creators with Beginning with Superman and the psychology talk to Mary Elizabeth McGlynn and hear her different backgrounds will review and critique surrounding the mid-20th century, this panel stories of being not only an amazing voice portfolios. will draw comparisons with modern creations actress, but also an amazing singer. Panelists: Tony Parker and defines a man’s man. Panelists: Mary Elizabeth McGlynn When: Thu, 8:00-9:00PM (Room 125) Panelists: Amanda Susnjara When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 221) When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 229A) Meet G.I. Joe’s Larry Hama Masquerade Costume Contest He is best known to American comic book Makings of a Cosplay Group with The Masquerade Costume Contest is back and readers as a writer and editor for Marvel Com- Soaring Visions bigger and better than ever before. The event ics where he wrote the licensed comic book New to the Cosplay scene and are interested runs from 8:00 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. series G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero. Come in what makes a group? Come find out what Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff meet Larry Hama and find out about his comics it takes to form an active Cosplay group with When: Sat, 8:00-11:30PM (Room 120 North career. Soaring Visions Cosplay, a new, but large group Ballroom) Panelists: Larry Hama of Cosplayers. Hear their story, get Cosplay tips When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 126A) and find out what their future plans. Masquerade Green Room Panelists: Soaring Visions Cosplay Space for Masquerade contests to prepare Meet Jim Calafiore When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 227C) before going on stage. Meet Jim Calafiore who has spent extended When: Sat, 7:00-8:30PM (Room 126C) time at both DC and Marvel, notably on Mandalorian Armor & Prop Building Aquaman and Exiles. He is currently adding his Join the Mandalorian Mercs as they impart Masquerade Judging A talent to Gail Simone’s run on Secret Six. Ask their secrets for making Beskar’gam (armor), Masquerade Judging (A Block). him any questions about what is going on in helmets and various other weapons and items. Panelists: AMV his universe. When: Sat, 11:00-12:30PM (Room 226C) We will be explaining what it takes to become Panelists: Jim Calafiore an official member and answer any questions Masquerade Judging B When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 126C) on how we make our gear. Panelists: Mandalorian Mercs Masquerade Judging (B Block). Meet the Browncoats Panelists: AMV When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 228) There are a lot of Browncoats out there. When: Sat, 1:00-2:30PM (Room 226C) Here’s your chance to meet some of them. Manga and Art Masquerade Judging C Representatives of the AZ Browncoats, Austin Come meet our guest in the manga and art Masquerade Judging (C Block). Browncoats and the Browncoats: Redemption industry and ask them all the questions you Panelists: AMV fan film will be on hand. ever wanted to get answered. When: Sat, 3:00-4:30PM (Room 226C) Panelists: AZ Browncoats Panelists: Armand Villavert, David Doub, When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 124B) Jolene Houser, Mara Aum When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 225)

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Meet the Miniskirt Army When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 125) Nuts & Bolts of Comics Creation When I am Fuhrer there will be changes. From Movies of 2011 to 2013 Learn how to take a comic book concept from that day, all female officers will be required to idea to reality from pros Stan Sakai, Shawn A lively look at what Hollywood will be bringing wear tiny miniskirts. Come meet the fan club Demumbrum, Ben Glendenning, Jeff Pina and to cinemas over the next two years with syndi- of Travis Willingham – The Few. The Tall. The Lin Workman, who know how it’s done. cated film critic and radio personality Gareth Miniskirt Army. Panelists: Benjamin Glendenning, Von Kallenbach. Panelists: Miniskirt Army Jeff Pina, Shawn Demumbrum, Stan Sakai Panelists: Gareth Von Kallenbach When: Thu, 8:00-9:00PM (Room 221) When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 126A) When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 122) Meet the Rebel Legion The Nuts & Bolts of World Building Multi-Media The Rebel Legion is a worldwide Star Wars You’ve heard it said, “Write what you know.” Want to know how to get you comic out there costuming organization. Mos Eisley Base, the But how do you write a world that exists only for everybody to see? Creators John Layman Arizona branch of the Rebel Legion, will present in your imagination? Learn from the pros how and Andy Bohn tell you the tricks of the trade an introduction to what the Rebel Legion is. to build a world that pulls the reader in and and more! Mos Eisley Base will also present a Star Wars convinces them it is real. Panelists: Andy Bohn, John Layman fashion show. Panelists: James A Owen, When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 126A) Panelists: Mos Eisley Base: Rebel Legion Michael A. Stackpole, Sam Sykes When: Fri, 6:00-8:30PM (Room 229A) My-Otome S.ifr. movie When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 124B) Mega Ran Concert This is an anime OVA produced by Sunrise and Opening Night Mixer & Rock Band directed by Hisayuki Hirokazu, the former My- Officially licensed by multi-national video game Blowout! Otome character designer. It is a prequel to the developer Capcom for the Mega Ran album Kick of Phoenix Comicon by rocking out with My-Otome TV series. series Random (aka Mega Ran), it features a hip- your fellow fans! This is your big chance to show Panelists: AMV hop set to 8-bit samples with lyrics inspired by off your costumes and be a rockstar on a big When: Sat, 9:00-10:30PM (Room 226B) your favorite video games. rock stage. No celebrity guests are planned at Panelists: Mega Ran NASA Solar System Exploration Update this time. When: Sat, 4:00-5:00PM (Room Regency Join Planetary Geologist Dr. David A. Williams When: Thu, 8:00-11:00PM (Room Regency Ballroom – 1st Floor Hyatt) for a talk on the latest results from NASA mis- Ballroom – 1st Floor Hyatt) Michael Golden Storytelling sions exploring the Solar System, and a look Origami Fun (Kids) ahead at the exciting missions launching over Meet Michael Golden as he takes you into the This panel will instruct kids on how to make the next year. world of storytelling. some simple origami structures and explain the Panelists: Dr. David A. Williams Panelists: Michael Golden history of origami. When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 123) When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 126C) Panelists: Pink Weasels Native Americans in the Comic Book When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 223) Michael Spradlin Spotlight World Meet Michael Spradlin, author of The Youngest Otaku Jeopardy Join Jacques La Grange, Jon Proudstar, Ryan Templar novels, the New York Times bestselling Come join our game where you compete Huna and actress Arigon Starr as they discuss book of zombie Christmas carols, It’s Beginning against other players in a Jeopardy-style game how they adapt the Native American heritage to Look a Lot Like Zombies, and the forthcom- show. Test your knowledge of anime, comics into their comic book and movie creations. ing steampunk novel, Blood Riders. and video games where you could win prizes. Panelists: Jacques La Grange, Ryan Huna Panelists: Michael Spradlin Audience members also have a chance to win When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 126B) When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 123) prizes as well. Nerd Poetry Slam Panelists: Project Nailbait Minibosses Concert Anthology, Inc. brings you this tremendous When: Sat, 9:00-10:00PM (Room 225) Minibosses started playing Nintendo music in mix of pop culture, poetry and no holds barred Boston back in 1999. Since then they’ve toured Own Your Own Comic Book Store competition. The event is hosted by The Klute, all over the continent, shared the stage with Get some advice from store owners who are veteran host of the Nerd Slam side event at the bands such as Queens of the Stone Age and on the frontline. They will show you how to get National Poetry Slam each year. Jimmy Eat World. This is their first appearance your inventory, sell it and order more. Budgets Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff at Phoenix Comicon. and marketing are explained in simple terms to When: Fri, 9:00-10:00PM (Room 122) Panelists: Minibosses get your store on the map. When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room Regency New Creations Now Panelists: Cory Bushnell, Jesse James Ballroom – 1st Floor Hyatt) Eric M. Esquivel, Ralph Miley, Don Ensign, Clint Criscione, Marco Regalado When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 125) Miniskirt Army After Hours Johnson and Kevin Yong are creators that dis- cuss how their personal spiritual values impact The good. The bad. The hilarious. See what The Pages According to the Writer the work they do in creating a comic. happens behind the scenes at cons with the How does a writer go from a blank page to pub- Panelists: Clint Johnson, Don Ensign, MSA. There is to be no recordings of any kind. lished words? Learn from Tom Hutchison, Eric Eric M. Esquivel, Kevin Yong, Ralph Miley Panelists: Miniskirt Army M. Esquivel, Michael Kessler and Paul Cornell When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 125) When: Fri, 9:00-10:00PM (Room 223) how to transform ideas into comic books. Nicholas Brendon Spotlight Panelists: Eric M. Esquivel, Michael Kessler, Mixing Paranormal with Other Genres Join Nicholas Brendon from TV’s Buffy The Paul Cornell, Tom Hutchison Authors are weaving the paranormal and fantas- Vampire Slayer and hear about his experiences When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 126A) tic into romance, mystery and historical fiction. as part of the beloved long-running series. Our panelists take a look at how they blend the The Pages! According to the Artist Panelists: Nicholas Brendon different genres together. Ever wonder how artists arrange the images When: Sun, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 120 North Panelists: Allyson James, Gini Koch, Jordan on the page to make a coherent story? Scott Ballroom) Summers, Kris Neri Godlewski, Tony Parker, April Reyna and Aaron When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 124B) Not Your Mama’s Roller Derby Lopresti explain how to visualize a story and get it to press. Monster Abduction is Real Come join the sexy gals of Desert Dolls Roller Derby as they talk about skating, derby and Panelists: Aaron Lopresti, April Reyna, Monsterologist Daniel M. Davis takes you on a the fun of one of the fastest-growing sports in Michael Kessler, Scott Godlewski, Tony Parker guided tour of monsters and the facts behind the country. A good time for the whole family. When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 125) real-life monster abduction. Mr. Davis has been Panelists: Desert Dolls Roller Derby abducted 218 times and he wants to make sure Painted Faces of Horror When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 129A) you avoid his fate. From killer clowns to the undead, many effects Panelists: Daniel M. Davis are achieved with simple face painting. This

50 Phoenix Comicon 2011 Programming Guide PhoenixComicon.com panel will present some of the most memorable Pop Goes the Classroom Rockstar Animals in the Comic Book cinematic moments along with a brief live demo Mythbusters, Avatar and Watchmen are being World! of some face painting and SPFX make-up tech- used in classrooms all over the country. This Stan Sakai and David Petersen tell you about niques by artist Mark Greenawalt. workshop explores how pop culture can make the great adventure of creating a genre for Panelists: Mark Greenawalt learning meaningful in today’s world. This work- animals in the lead role in a comic book. They When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 129A) shop is presented courtesy of Infinite Spectrum walk you through the steps of picking a creature Productions. and making them a superstar! Panel of the North Star! Panelists: Infinite Spectrum Productions Panelists: David Petersen,Stan Sakai Come journey with the Dollars through the end When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 129A) When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 126B) of the century to learn and discus the classic story and history behind Hokuto no ken (Fist Producing & Writing Award-Winning Rocky Horror Picture Show Performance of the North Star). A story that is drenched in Webisodes Join the longest-running Arizona shadowcast heroic tales, bloodshed and tragedy. You are Join Sandeep Parikh and Jeff Lewis for a look of the Rocky Picture Horror Show as they pay already dead. behind the scenes on producing and writing tribute to the greatest of midnight movies with a Panelists: Dollars webisodes of The Legend of Neil and other web full performance of the show. Come in costume When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 223) series. and do the Time Warp! Panelists: Jeff Lewis, Sandeep Parikh Panelists: AZ Rocky Paul Cornell Spotlight When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 121) When: Fri, 12:30-2:00AM (Room Regency Join writer-guest Paul Cornell for a freewheeling Ballroom – 1st Floor Hyatt) chat on all his various works, including his “Doc- Prop Building: R2-D2 Replicas tor Who” (and other British television work), DC, Join members of the R2-D2 Builders Club as Roddenberry Productions Preview Marvel and Boom! Comic’s work, and his award- they show you what it takes to build your own Trevor Roth and Tory Mell of Roddenberry nominated original fiction. replica of everyone’s favorite droid! Productions have a number of awesome and Panelists: Paul Cornell Panelists: R2-D2 Builders Club informative things to share regarding old, new When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 122) When: Sat, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 229A) and original properties in development with Eugene Roddenberry, Gene Roddenberry’s son. Phoenix Comicon Sketchoff Q&A: A Parent’s Guide to Otakus Panelists: Tory Mell, Trevor Roth And so it begins. We bring you the best the Did you get dragged to this con by your kid? When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 122) Con can offer! Top artists will draw your sugges- This panel is a guide for parents on how to tions! When the ink settles, some lucky fans will handle children who love anime. This is a Q&A Roving the Solar System walk away with free sketches. The best of the discussion, so please come with any questions ASU Planetary Geologist Dr. David Williams takes best will go into our Saturday night art auction. you may have. a look at the Russian Lunakhod and the U.S. Panelists: Andy Bohn, Christian Vilaire, Greg Panelists: Froggyfran rovers of Mars, including the upcoming Mars Sci- Mannino, Jeff Pina, Joe Jusko, Jolene Houser, When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 225) ence Laboratory rover launching in November. Mark Texiera, Scott Godlewski, Steve Scott, Panelists: Dr. David A. Williams Travis Hanson Random Topics When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 123) When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 126A) Are you bored and waiting for your favorite panel with nothing to do? Then Random Topics The Rules of Writing Magic Phoenix Comicon Sketchoff Friday is for you. Raise your hand, give us a topic and Everyone knows you can lose an arm apparat- Session 2 we discuss it. We will include everyone and their ing without proper focus. And that you’ll get And so it begins. We bring you the best the Con interests in the conversations. yourself killed seeking beyond the Outer Gates. can offer! Top artist guests will draw your sug- When: Sat, 7:30-8:30PM (Room 126B) Explore how the rules of magic established gestions! When the ink settles some lucky fans years ago affect how authors will write magic for Raving 101 will walk away with free sketches. The best of the years to come. best will go into our Saturday night Art Auction. Come learn how to shake, pop, lock and roll Panelists: Allyson James, James A. Owen, Panelists: Andy Bohn, April Reyna, like a seasoned dancer before you hit the floor. Sam Sykes Dave Beaty, Greg Mannino, Scott Godlewski Also, learn the basics about glow sticks and When: Sun, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 124A) When: Fri, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 125) light shows. Panelists: The Renegades Sci Fi Surplus Audio Show Live Phoenix Comicon Sketchoff Saturday When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 226B) Sci Fi Surplus is a weekly audio assault at SciFi- Session 1 Surplus.com. The disorderly discussions range Real World Robotics and Computing We bring you the best the Con can offer! Top from what’s on TV and in theaters, to interviews Sometimes reality is stranger than fiction. In this artist guests will draw your suggestions! When with fascinating people. Casey and Vince put panel, robotics and computer science professors the ink settles, some lucky fans will walk away their geek cred on the line every time they from the University of Advancing Technology with free sketches. The best of the best will go board the orbiting jalopy-saucer. into our Saturday night Art Auction. discuss the challenges and limitations of real- Panelists: Casey Shultz, Vincent Marcus Panelists: Christian Vilaire, Greg Mannino, world robots and computers, and speculate on When: Fri, 7:30-8:30PM (Room 122) Joe Jusko, Mark Texiera, Steve Scott, the future of these technologies. Todd Nauck, Travis Hanson Panelists: University of Advancing Technology Sci-Fi and Fantasy on TV When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 126A) Robotics Team With such shows as FlashForward, Stargate When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 129A) Universe, The Dresden Files, and Star Trek: TNG Phoenix Ultimate Geek Smackdown under their belts, panelists look at their series’ Red Cross Blood Drive Fri, Sat, Sun (PUGS) work and discuss how their efforts worked (or The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Think you know the most about geek culture? didn’t) with the realities of TV production. Brave enough to debate in public to prove it? Give Blood. Panelists: John Scalzi, Morgan Gendel, When: Fri, 3:00-8:00PM; Sat, 11:00-5:00PM; Eight participants will face off in an improvised Robert J. Sawyer Sun, 10:00-4:00PM (Room 131B) debate on a variety of pop culture topics. When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 122) Register online or through select Valley retailers. Robert J. Sawyer Spotlight Sci-Fi Authors & Social Media Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff Join Hugo and Nebula Award-winner Robert J. When: Thu, 8:00-9:00PM (Room 129A) Authors today spend a lot of time online Sawyer for a talk about his many hard science conversing with fans about their work and Poke`University fiction novels, the FlashForward TV series based everything under the sun. How do they keep Hello there! This panel is inhabited by creatures on his novel, his current WWW Trilogy and what social media from taking over their lives, while called Pokeacutemon! Let our professors teach he’s got in the works for the future. making their online presence a good experience Panelists: Robert J. Sawyer you anything you would need to know about for them and their fans? the pocket-sized monsters that roam the land. When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 122) Panelists: Cherie Priest, Jack Mangan, Panelists: Dollars John Scalzi, Paul Cornell, Sam Sykes When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 223) When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 122)

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The Science of Consciousness Spotlight on Paul McGillion Steampunk Clothing In his current WWW Trilogy, Robert J. Sawyer Best known for his role as Dr. Carson Beckett Interested in steampunk fashion? Learn where looks at what is consciousness and how to on Stargate Atlantis, join us in welcoming actor to get clothing, jewelry and accessories. define it. Join him for a talk on what he’s found Paul McGillion as he talks about his experi- Panelists: Amanda Tucker in his research for the novels. ences in the Stargate universe and the other When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 229A) Panelists: Robert J. Sawyer projects he’s involved with. When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 124A) Panelists: Paul McGillion Steampunk Entertainment When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 121) Hear about music, movies, theater, books in SF Tube Talk the steampunk genre. Get the scoop on current and upcoming science Spotlight on Robert Duncan McNeill Panelists: Ben and Samantha Hill, fiction and fantasy TV, such as Torchwood: Mira- Robert Duncan McNeill took the helm on Star Cherie Priest cle Day, Falling Skies, Doctor Who and more. Trek Voyager for seven years as Lieutenant Tom When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 228) Panelists: Chris Swanson, Lee Whiteside, Paris. These days he spends most of his time Steampunk Fashion Show Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff on the other side of the camera as a director Come and see some of the amazing steampunk When: Thu, 6:30-7:30PM (Room 123) and producer. Join Robert for this discussion on outfits in our steampunk fashion show. the process of making an episodic TV series. Panelists: The Air Ship Kismet Shooting & Modeling for the Awkward Panelists: Robbie Duncan McNeill When: Sat, 5:00-6:30PM (Room 222) Always feeling awkward in front of the camera When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 121) and not knowing how to pose, especially when Steampunk Weapons someone asks for your picture during cons? Stage Fright & Help Overcoming It This panel will explore steampunk weapon We’re here to help you be confident in your Do you suffer from a case of stage fright? Are styles, how to make them and the materials poses and help you find poses that are pleas- you naturally a shy or quiet person but feel it’s needed. ing to everyone’s eyes! time to break out of your shell but don’t know Panelists: Ryan Lunt Panelists: Larxy how? Then this is the panel for you! When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 228) When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 229A) Panelists: Cosplay Zone When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 228) Six Degrees of Joss Whedon The Story of Stories & Then Some Joss Whedon’s influence has spread through- Stan Lee: Excelsior! Kids Need to Read presents this wildly fun out the entertainment industry via the writers, Stan Lee’s legendary career spans 60 years. He storytelling session with children’s author and il- actors and others he’s worked with. Our panel- co-created many of the best known and loved lustrator Steven Riley (Little Ty Cooney National ists take a look at works influenced by Joss as superheroes: Iron Man, Spider-Man, X-Men, Wonders series). Kids will be swept away by well as what those who have worked with him Hulk, Thor, Fantastic Four and numerous oth- this true, death-defying story about an adven- have accomplished since. ers. He has the most extensive body of work in ture through one of our national parks. It will Panelists: AZ Browncoats the history of comic books. blow your mind and that is just the beginning. When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 124B) Panelists: Jaime Paglia, Stan Lee Panelists: Steven Riley When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 120 North When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 126C) Sketch Cards! Ballroom) Story Telling The newest little craze in comics just keeps Come meet our manga guests and learn how getting bigger. Little cards but big names and Star Trek Lives Again! storyboards are put together and how that big art! Join Andy Bohn, Jason Wothington, The next Star Trek movie is in the works and turns into one amazing manga. Benjamin Glendenning, Dave Beaty and Steven should be filming soon. Join our panelists Panelists: Armand Villavert, David Doub, L. Frank as they talk big about the little items. for a discussion about the rumors and facts Jolene Houser, Mara Aum Panelists: Andy Bohn, Benjamin Glendenning, surrounding the new movie and the latest Star When: Fri, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 222) Jason Worthington, Steven L. Frank, Trek news. Dave Beaty Panelists: Anthony Pascale, Storytime with Wil $10 registration When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 126B Comics Dr. David A. Williams Be entertained with “Storytime with Wil”, When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 124B) Spotlight on Bruce Boxleitner featuring a performance from “Memories of the Actor Bruce Boxleitner has portrayed some of Steampunk Future Volume 1” that Wil promises will be un- the most iconic and enduring characters in Sci The steampunk craze is now mainstream. like anything he has done before. “Storytime Fi – from charismatic Captain John Sheridan Creators from comics, writing and film-making with Wil” requires a special registration of $10 Panelists: Wil Wheaton on Babylon 5 to the legendary TRON. Join us explain the mind-set it takes to make this awe- When: Fri, 7:30-8:30PM (Room 121) in welcoming Bruce and hear about his experi- some jouney! ence working on these and other shows. Panelists: Aaron Ginn-Forsberg, Tablet Interfaces & the Production of Panelists: Bruce Boxleitner Daniel M. Davis, Michael Spradlin Comics When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 120 North When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 125) Multi-touch tablets like the iPad open a new Ballroom) Steampunk 101 world of possibilities for comic books. This Spotlight on Cassandra Peterson What is steampunk? Learn the background and discussion is based on the research by Arnaud Cassandra Peterson has been portraying the details about this fascinating subgenre and Ehgner (University of Advancing Technology) legendary Mistress of the Dark Elvira for 26 subculture. on tablet multi-touch technology and its ap- years. She is the undisputed Queen of Hal- Panelists: The Air Ship Kismet plication for comic books. Panelists: Arnaud Ehgner, Kathleen Dunley loween. Join us in welcoming Cassandra as When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 228) When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 126C) she talks about her exciting life and amazing Steampunk Ball experiences. Take the Stage: Competing in Come one, come all to the Old World Ste- Panelists: Elvira Masquerades ampunk Ball. Meet , greet and be marry to When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 122) SunaCosu presents how to prepare yourself the music styling of DJ Kronos Jump. Also, for a masquerade, including what costumes Spotlight on George Takei come and feast your eyes on the lovely ladies are best for competition or hall, how to have Star Trek’s legendary helmsman Hikaru Sulu of Osiris and Shahrinaz. Costume, weapons a successful skit or walk-on performance, what beams down to Phoenix Comicon! George contests and more fun await. $!0 per person or to do during judging, and what to expect and Takei portrayed the iconic character for three $15 per couple. seasons and six feature films. Join us in wel- Panelists: The Air Ship Kismet prepare. Panelists: SunaCosu coming George and hear about his long and When: Fri, 8:00-11:30PM (Room Curtis – 2nd When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 227C) exciting career. Floor Hyatt) Panelists: Anthony Pascale, George Takei When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 120 North Ballroom)

52 Phoenix Comicon 2011 Programming Guide PhoenixComicon.com Free Exhibit What: Come explore the genesis of cultural icons. Where: TheGallery@TheLibrary, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ When: May 21 - September 2, 2011 Info: 480.425.5356 | ScottsdalePublicArt.org visit us at Table 758 Organized by the Breman Museum; Atlanta, GA Panel & Event Descriptions

Talking Comics: DC Tie-In Novels for Games, Movies & TV “True Tears” Movie Join our comics guests to find out about their Media tie-in novels for games, TV and movies Anime viewing of True Tears. recent and current work on DC comics and what are a sometimes harder and more concentrated Panelists: AMV they can tell you about what’s coming up. work than original fiction. Find out what our When: Sat, 10:30-11:30PM (Room 226B) Panelists: Dave Beaty, Ethan Van Sciver, panelists have learned from doing work for hire. Jim Calafiore, Joel Gomez, Paul Cornell, Panelists: Jeffrey J. Mariotte, Marcy Rockwell, UFP Presents Sci Fi Jeopardy Scott Clark Michael A. Stackpole, Yvonne Navarro Join in the fun as the entire audience partici- When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 121) When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 123) pates in three teams as the United Federation of Phoenix presents Sci Fi Jeopardy. Test your Tattoos & How to Keep Your Cosplay Tiny Army knowledge on a wide range of genre topics with Makeup On! Tiny Army is an informal illustrator/designer/ the best prizes going to the victorious team. A lot of anime characters sport tattoos and com- comic artist/writer group. We help each other Panelists: United Federation of Phoenix plicated blood spatters. This panel will discuss by sharing information about how to succeed When: Sat, 7:30-10:00PM (Room 122) and demonstrate different ways to apply tattoos in the business of creativity. We’re more of a Upcoming PC & Video Games as well as keep any Cosplay makeup on for movement than a club. Join Gareth Von Kallenbach for a look at up- long-term Con wear. Panelists: Daniel M. Davis, Dennmann, Panelists: Nina Darguzis Eric Mengel, Glen Curren, Madame M coming games for the PC and the various video When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 228) When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 126C) game systems. Stick around afterward for video game swag! Tea Party Tips, Tricks & Etiquette for the Cosplayer Panelists: Gareth Von Kallenbach Come join us for some devilishly sweet twists Come join us as we talk about how to survive When: Sun, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 122) and turns in our Battle in Candy Land Lolita Tea the convention space, and watch us act out Urban Fantasy Authors Go To Town Party. We will be having delicious treats along what to do and what not to do ... humorously. Our panel of urban fantasy authors take a look with an ever-evolving storyline that is sure to be Panelists: Banzai! Productions at the current trends in this popular fantasy sub- both entertaining and visually decadent. When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 227C) Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff genre, and discuss how they keep their stories When: Sun, 11:00-2:00PM (Room Phoenix TNG’s The Inner Light: Behind the Scenes original and unique. Panelists: Allyson James, Cherie Priest, Jordan Ballroom – 2nd Floor Hyatt) Hugo-winner Morgan Gendel tells a lively tale of his outsider’s journey into the TNG world. Hear Summers, Kevin Hearne, Yvonne Navarro Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament scene-by-scene commentary, the long-buried When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 124A) Get dealt into our free-to-play No-Limit Texas Kataan Wedding March, plus the experience of Using the Southwest as a Setting for Hold’em Poker Tournament and see if you working with William Shatner (TekWar) and Stan Stories have what it takes to raise the stakes. Good Lee (MTV’s Spider-Man). From the Salton Sea to the New Mexico desert, luck all in! Panelists: Morgan Gendel Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 122) our panel of authors discusses making use of When: Fri, 6:00-10:00PM (Room Ellis – 2nd familiar locations in Arizona and the Southwest Floor Hyatt) Todd McFarlane & Greg Capullo as settings or inspiration for their fiction. How to Draw Panelists: Allyson James, Gini Koch, Janni Lee That’s Craft Foam?! Todd McFarlane and Greg Capullo present this Simner, Kevin Hearne, Weston Ochse Welcome to how to use craft foam 101, where I workshop on drawing. Todd and Greg will show When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 124A) give you some fun tips on how to make armor, you how they use current technology in their Vampire: The Requiem 18+ weapons and more! From the green foam to artwork. In a valley of sun, drift the deep tones of a make mascot heads to the thin stuff kids use to Panelists: Greg Capullo, Todd McFarlane melody, a sweet refrain to our Danse Macabre. make wacky craft projects out of! Hope to see When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 121) Tonight, the Prince holds Court. Relish in an you there! Panelists: Spence Toybox Concert ages 18+ live-action, role-playing event present- When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 227C) Toybox is a three-piece rock band based in ed by the Camarilla. Tempe, Arizona, consisting of members Yo on Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff A Thematic Approach to Science-Fiction vocals and bass guitar, Naoto on guitar, and When: Thu, 6:00-11:30PM (Room Sundance – Writing Celica on drums. Though the three hail from 1st Floor Hyatt) Robert J. Sawyer says that science fiction is the different parts of Japan, they met and formed Vernon Wells literature of ideas – such as the high concept of their band at ASU. Join character actor Vernon Wells for a look at fate vs. freewill found in his novel, FlashForward. Panelists: Toybox his varied acting career from The Road Warrior In this session, he’ll teach you how to build When: Fri, 8:30-9:30PM (Room Phoenix Ball- to his latest project, Western X. big central ideas for your SF novels and media room – 2nd Floor Hyatt) Panelists: Vernon Wells projects. When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 121) Panelists: Robert J Sawyer Transitioning Comics to Visual Media How do our comic book heroes leap off the When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 124B) Vic! page and onto our TV and movie screens? Come talk to our Anime guest Vic Mignogna Theremin for Beginners Come sit with John Layman and listen as he and ask him anything you ever wanted an- You’ve heard music made by a Theremin in clas- explains how it’s done. sic Sci Fi movies. Join artist Sarah Clemens as Panelists: John Layman swered about his career, characters or future she takes you on a musical trip with a Theremin. When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 126A) endeavors. Panelists: Vic Mignogna Afterwards, you’ll get a chance to give it a try. Panelists: Sarah Clemens Trolling as an Art Form When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 222) Does it seem like no matter what you do on the When: Sun, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 123) Villains: Basic Gore Makeup Internet there is always that one person who always This panel will cover the basics of gore makeup. Thinking Beyond the Book intentionally gets on your nerves? Guess what? Beginning with bruises, we transition to basic Many authors are using the changes in the pub- You just got trolled. The Dollars will teach you cuts, subdural hematoma and, finally, an ex- lishing industry as an opportunity to branch out about how to avoid trolls and the art of trolling. beyond the printed page. Find out how media Panelists: Dollars ample of stitching lips closed. Panelists: Amanda Susnjara and technology are impacting writing, and how When: Sat, 10:30-11:30PM (Room 225) When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 229A) authors are breaking the bounds of tradition. True Blood with Kristin Bauer Panelists: James A. Owen, Vocaloid 101 Come on down to Fangtasia and hang out with Michael A. Stackpole, Weston Ochse Everyone knows Miku, Kaito and the Kagamine When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 124A) Kristin Bauer (aka Pam) from HBO’s True Blood. Panelists: Kristin Bauer twins, but do you know how vocaloid got When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 121) started, or the lesser-known characters like Big Al and Sweet Ann? We’ll also go over the use

54 Phoenix Comicon 2011 Programming Guide PhoenixComicon.com of the song banks and watch some of Miku’s 3D audience teams about who’s hiding behind the Wonderful World of Asian Ball-Jointed concert! curtain. Score points for correct guesses and the Dolls Panelists: Dollars highest scoring team gets candy! Ever wonder why some con-goers are carrying When: Fri, 6:00-7:00PM (Room 223) Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff dolls? Come and hear from the owners as they When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 228) explain the wonderful world of the BJDs. Vocaloid Idol Panelists: Miranda Riojas A fun way to show your dedication to vocaloid Whoctionary! When: Fri, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 225) is to sing and dance to bring out your true stage The same folks who brought you Comictionary presence of vocaloid. bring you something out of this world. Test your Wonderful Worlds of Webcomics Panelists: VCFL knowledge of “Who” with the new Whoction- Join Spike Trotman of Templar AZ, Randy When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 226C) ary. Presented by Tessie Smith and The Doctor! Milholland of Something Positive and Danielle Panelists: Tessie Smith Corsetto of Girls with Slingshots as they talk Voice Actor Q&A Friday & Sunday When: Fri, 7:30-8:30PM (Room 123) about their experiences creating and producing Come talk with all our voice actor guests and webcomics. hear some inside stories about your favorite Whose Line! After Hours! Panelists: C. Spike Trotman, animes. Like improv? Well then you’ll love this! Whose Danielle Corsetto, Randy Milholland Panelists: Brina Palencia, Line After Hours brings together a wonderful When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 126C) Mary Elizabeth McGlynn, Vic Mignogna cast to let you sit back and enjoy what Whose When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM Sun, 1:30-2:30PM Line is all about. Wrap Up (Room 222) Panelists: Dollars Join Phoenix Comicon volunteer Ryan Cleve- When: Fri, 9:00-11:30PM (Room 225) land one more time as he recaps the weekend. Voice Actor Q&A Saturday Panelists: Ryan Cleveland Come talk with all our voice actor guests and Why You Do This? When: Sun, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 124B) hear some inside stories about your favorite This is a laugh-out-loud panel with lots of com- animes. edy around basic trivia and answers about the The Writers Room Panelists: Brina Palencia, Mary Elizabeth Cosplay world. Emmy-nominated Dean Lorey (writer/producer McGlynn, Vic Mignogna, Wendee Lee Panelists: NVGZ of Arrested Development, My Wife and Kids When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 221) When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 228) and many more) takes you inside the television writer’s room. This briskly paced session – full WebComics Wiggin’ Out: In Style! of fun anecdotes – will bring you behind the No we don’t mean Spider-man! We mean Wiggin’ out over wigs? Scared to style and scenes where you’ll discover how TV shows get online comics. The comic book world is always spike? Let SunaCosu answer all your Cosplay written, the unspoken rules for navigating a changing and the Internet is home to a new wig questions at this panel. Topics include writer’s room and the best ways to break in. generations of fans and creators. Meet creators where to buy, tools and products, as well as Panelists: Dean Lorey and learn how they bring their creations to life real-life demos on cutting, styling and wearing When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 129A) via the Internet. wigs correctly. Panelists: Daniel M. Davis, Emma Lysyk, Panelists: SunaCosu Writers vs. Artists Battle Royal! Kevin Coulston, Madame M When: Sun, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 227C) Is it the story or the art that makes a comic book When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 126B) great? Grab a ringside seat as Michael Kessler, Wingin’ it Tony Parker, Raven Gregory, John Layman and Webcomics, Traditional Books, & This panel will focus on making wings of various Greg Mannino throw down and find out who re- Innovation types, from full giant wings that need a harness ally makes your favorite comic books awesome. This panel discussion will feature Dr. Kathleen to wings with feathers to vinyl wings to small Panelists: Greg Mannino, John Layman, Dunley (Rio Salado College) and Red Nebula feather/craft foam wings. Michael Kessler, Raven Gregory, Tony Parker Studio’s Sarrah Wilkinson, author and illustrator Panelists: Pink Weasels When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 126A) of the Planes of Eldlor webcomic. The focus will When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 229A) be on the need for change and innovation in Writing and Producing in Hollywood Women Characters Who Own the the comics form. Morgan Gendel, producer of The Dresden Files, Comic Book World Panelists: Sarah Wilkinson, Kathleen Dunley VIP and other series, and Dean Lorey, writer and Join Dawn creator Joseph Linsner and Tom When: Sun, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 126C producer of Arrested Development and other Hutchison of Big Dog Ink as they discuss the Comics) network series, discuss what it takes to get a power of creating an all-mighty woman warrior or production going in Hollywood. Western X hero. They explain how to maximize strengths and Panelists: Dean Lorey, Morgan Gendel Join the cast and crew from the supernatural beauty while maintaining the overall storyline. When: Sat, 10:30-11:30AM (Room 124A) western web series Western X for a behind-the- Panelists: Joseph Michael Linsner, scenes look at the show. Panelists: Vernon Wells Tom Hutchison, J. Scott Campbell, Billy Tucci Writing for Tomorrow’s Young-Adult When: Sat, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 122) When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 125) Audience Teens today face enormous challenges and What Makes a Good Anime Good Women in the Anime Industry pressures, and no one knows what tomor- Looking for new anime to get into, but don’t Come meet our guests as they talk about being row will bring. Listen as some of today’s top know what’s good? This panel discusses what a woman in the anime industry. Learn how they authors share insights on how to write stories good anime is and isn’t. This is an opinionated broke into the industry and what pitfalls they that resonate with tomorrow’s teens and future panel, so please bring your own opinions, too! had to overcome during their rise to being so generations. Panelists: Froggyfran amazing! Panelists: Aprilynne Pike, J.S. Lewis, Janni Lee When: Sat, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 225) Panelists: Brina Palencia, Simner, Michael Spradlin, Tom Leveen Mary Elizabeth McGlynn, Wendee Lee When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 123) What You Don’t Know Can Kill Your Book When: Sat, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 221) How much research is too much? How much is Writing Horror Comics not enough? What pitfalls await the writer set- Women of Comics It’s scary stuff , so join Christian Vilaire, Jeffery ting out to research an idea for a novel? Listen Women of comics unite! Jolene Houser, Ma- Mariotte, Brian Puulido, Dan Wickline and to the wisdom of this panel before you spend dame M, Jean Arrow, April Reyna, Nei Ruffino Michael Kessler as they discuss the creative another minute Googling. and Caleb Bishop show you how they create process behind horror comics. Panelists: Aprilynne Pike, Janni Lee Simner, both artwork and story lines, and then put it all Panelists: Brian Pulido, Christian Vilaire, Dan Robert J. Sawyer in comic-ready format for the shelves at your Wickline, Jeffrey J. Mariotte, Michael Kessler When: Fri, 1:30-2:30PM (Room 124A) local comic book store. When: Fri, 3:00-4:00PM (Room 125) Panelists: April Reyna, Caleb Bishop, Who’s Behind the Curtain Heather Martin, Jean Arrow, Jolene Houser, Multiple characters are hidden behind a curtain Madame M, Nei Ruffino and only certain information will be given to When: Fri, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 126C)

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Writing Workshop – 21 Days to a Novel Zenescope Gang! Zombie Walk $20 fee The whole Zenescope team discusses the hot Bring out your dead to the 4th Annual Phoenix New York Times bestselling author Michael new books of 2011. Learn how they work togeth- Comicon Zombie Walk! Join us as we lurch A. Stackpole presents a 21-day program for er to bring you the hottest covers and stories. through the streets. The Zombie Beauty preparing yourself to write a novel. He covers Panelists: Blond, Dan Wickline, Eric ‘Ebas’ Pageant Walk begins outside the Convention character creation, world building, dialogue Basaldua, Mike DeBalfo, Nei Ruffino, Center and finishes at the Hyatt as the prequel development and character voice creation Raven Gregory to the Zombie Beauty Pageant. Look for the AZ tools. There is an extra fee of $20. When: Sun, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 126B) Ghostbusters and the Ecto 1. Panelists: Michael A. Stackpole Panelists: AZ Ghostbusters, When: Sun, 10:30-1:00PM (Room 123) Zombie Beauty Pageant Desert Dolls Roller Derby Back from the dead and looking for a new When: Fri, 6:00-7:00PM (Room Activities) Yaoi R’us (18+) Queen to crown, it’s horror nights premier Ever wanted to talk about your favorite yaoi event – the Zombie Beauty Pageant! All zom- Zombie Walk Makeup couples or crack pairs? Do you have any ques- bies 16 years and over are invited to compete Need help getting gory for the Zombie Walk tions? Or just want to talk about the wonderful to win fabulous prizes and, above all, the honor Pageant? We will zombify you just in time to yaoi hotness? Fun times are almost guaranteed of the Pageant Queen. lurch through the streets of Phoenix. You will with this 18+ event. And bring your ID. Panelists: Danny Marianino, Department of get grubby, so make sure that you are in your Panelists: Lena Le Zombie Defense, Elvira, Nat Jones, zombie clothes and ready to get gorified! When: Sat, 7:30-8:30PM (Room 223) Strange Family Circus, Weston Ochse Panelists: Phoenix Comicon Panel Staff When: Fri, 8:00-10:00PM (Room Regency When: Fri, 3:00-5:30PM (Room 129A) Young Adult Adventure Stories Ballroom – 1st Floor Hyatt) Chronicles of the Imaginarium Geographica, The Grey Griffins, and The Youngest Templar Zombie Creators Reveal Their Secrets are all great adventure stories for young Join authors Cherie Priest, Weston Ochse and readers and adults. Join the authors for a fun Jeff Mariotte as they discuss and compare discussion about their series. notes on how to create zombies for use in their Panelists: Dean Lorey, J.S. Lewis, fictional worlds. James A. Owen, Michael Spradlin Panelists: Cherie Priest, Jeffrey J. Mariotte, When: Sat, 12:00-1:00PM (Room 123) Weston Ochse When: Fri, 4:30-5:30PM (Room 121)

Fun facts about Phoenix Comicon (that you probably didn’t know): work on country to different events, and the travel product, of full booths two have or two books to promote and sell. our show (2006) he and his wife When had logo. our only designed one Local artist Registration of attendees started with rubber ink stamps on The very first programming hands (2002-2005), followed by wristbands (2006-2007), and then event we held? Art finally badges (2008+). The first year we accepted credit cards at Contest. We still feature registration, we accidentally credited everyone’s accounts, so we

were paying attendees to come to our show! S team Crow Press full time. art contests at the D aniel convention and a badge art contest prior to our event. Speaking of badges, This year’s event was originally the art on your contracted to be at the South Building

badge comes from (our location last year). We grew so D avis of local artists who fast though we needed more space entered our contest and thus moved to the North Building.

and were voted on attended first D aniel

by fellow attendees. S team Crow Press Phoenix Comicon for seven years was not even held in Phoenix, taking place in Glendale (2003-2005)

and Mesa (2006-2009). N ow they

Chaos Comics and McFarlane Toys were the first industry sup- porters we received, back at our very first show in 2002. Chaos Comics founder Brian Pulido Remember the year at Mesa where half of those and McFarlane Toys founder waiting in line didn’t get into the Masquerade Todd McFarlane are both attending this year’s show, as Contest? Yeah, we forgot about it too. they have done for years now. Geek Prom was an idea that came to us We used to place artist from one of our guests. She was asked Our first invited guest who alley in a hallway outside “What have you always wanted to do at travelled out-of-state to our a convention?” and she replied, “I’d love show was Marvel and DC Artist the exhibitor hall. to go to prom at a convention.” It is now Todd Nauck, who returns this Boy did we ever a signature event supporting Kids Need year for his fifth appearance. By to Read and sponsored by Bookmans.

2012 will mark our tenth anniversary. now, he and his wife are family. hear about that. The guest? Felicia Day.

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7 Card Samurai Black it. But watch out for Cthulhu – when he comes Samurai and Ronin defend the rice tokens, as ev- When you invest in the stock exchange you want up, he takes sanity from everyone! eryone is trying to steal the rice with bandit cards to buy low and sell high! To keep the stocks you Death to Ability Scores as well as eliminating your Samurai with Ninjas. have acquired on the rise, you must convince Designer Dungeons is proud to present Death Play a few rounds and see if you can acquire the other players they have value so they will buy to Ability Scores, the new and exciting way to most rice and lay down the Seven Samurai cards. those stocks and keep your profits soaring. play Dungeons and Dragons. Allowing you to Abandon Ship! Blokus more fully realize both your character vision and The S.S. Nvrsnks is going down, and who is In this abstract strategy game, try to get rid your roleplaying potential, DTAS allows you always first off a sinking ship? The rats! Move of all of your pieces by placing them onto the to concentrate on your character concept not your group of rats off the ship before the rising board. Block your opponents, but be careful not a set of numeric values. Part discussion, part water drowns your furry friends. The Nvrsnks is to cut yourself off at the same time! character building session, DTAS introduces you also loaded with valuable points-earning cheese to this fun new concept. Bridge Troll but the water is rising, get to the boats! You and your friends are hideous trolls who each Death to Ability Scores: Capture the Beer Adventures Under the Laughing Moon guard a troll bridge. As travelers come to your A coalition of orcs, goblins, hobgoblins, Enter the fantasy world of Mythren where bridge, you use them to collect tolls. But watch bugbears, and other ne’er do wells have raided ancient prophecy and forbidden magic has out! Knights, bandits, dragons, and vicious Billy the town and stolen the entire stock of beer darkened the light of day. Players will seek items Goats Gruff prowl the countryside. kegs. The party has finally cornered the filthy of power, battle creatures of darkness, and beasts in their lair and it’s up to them to get the Burn in Hell uncover the mysteries beneath the Laughing beer back. Play in multiple Designer Dungeons Collect the souls of the damned! Trade souls with Moon in this tabletop role-playing game. games for special bonuses to your character your rivals or just steal the ones you need. Burn and secret prizes! Apples to Apples in Hell will keep you on your toes – can you see Each turn, the current referee selects a Descrip- the sets that fit together for the most points? Death to Ability Scores: Heckblazer tion and players try to pick the Things that It seems the king made a deal with a demon Car Wars TCG best match that Description. The referee then to heal the king’s son if it could walk upon the In the near future, combat between armed and chooses the Thing that appeals most and earth in physical form. Now the king’s advisors armored cars will be an arena sport. You shoot awards the card to the player who played it. The have turned to the party to help. Prizes will be at the other cars, trying to destroy their tires and unusual combinations of Things and Descrip- awarded to survivors as well as for Achieve- armor. The last player with an operating car is tions are humorous to the extreme! ments throughout the course of the event. the winner! Asteroyds Death to Ability Scores: The Light Crystal Carcassonne A tiny inhospitable planet and an erratic asteroid Ever since the fabled Light Crystal was dam- The southern French city of Carcassonne is famous field orbit a deadly red star. The most dangerous, aged, the evil Kenku race has ruled dominant for its unique Roman and Medieval fortifications. ferocious and prestigious race against death of over the elven kingdoms. Now the heroeshave The players develop the area around Carcassonne the Independents Circuit is born. Six of the thirty traveled long and hard to restore the Light Crys- and deploy their followers on the roads, in the top pilots are ready to partake to this intense and tal! Play in multiple Designer Dungeons games cities, in the cloisters, and in the fields. ruthless race with just one goal: win at all costs! for secret prizes. A Touch of Evil Castle Ravenloft Dixit Take on the role of a unique monster-hunting Evil lurks in the towers and dungeons of Castle What story do your images tell? The storyteller Hero, racing against time to stop the forces of Ravenloft, and only heroes of exceptional says a sentence or a word connected to his darkness from claiming another foothold in the bravery can survive the horrors within. Based picture, then each player chooses one of his world of man. Only by investigating the town can on D&D 4th edition, this boardgame features pictures to bet upon. All pictures are showed you hope to hunt down the Supernatural Villain multiple scenarios, challenging quests, and face up, and every player has to bet upon what to his Lair and defeat him in an epic Showdown. cooperative game play. picture was the storyteller’s. Aye, Dark Overlord Chez Geek DOOM! the Boardgame The dark plot was foiled, and the Overlord is Beer. Nookie. mates. It’s another night at Chez There has been a code red security breach in looking straight at you for an answer. Can you talk Geek. Set up house with your friends – for as the research facility here at the Union Aerospace yourself out of this one? Someone has to take the long as you can stand them. Get a job – they’re Corporation’s Mars base. Explore the claustro- blame, and unless you can make up the best cover all bad. Spend money and your precious spare phobics and corridors of the Mars base, attack story, your service may no longer be needed! time to accumulate Slack points. What other monsters, pick-up new weapons and equip- game gives you points for sleeping? ment, and work together to complete missions. BANG! Circus Maximus The Outlaws hunt the Sheriff. The Sheriff hunts Drakon The classic strategy game Tournament with a the Outlaws. The Renegade plots secretly, The old dragon Drakon has captured a brave new twist. This Roman chariot racing game will ready to take one side or the other. Bullets fly. band of adventurers who have sneaked into her be played with 50mm scale miniature chariots in Who among the gunmen is a Deputy, ready to lair to steal her gold. She sends the adventurers a massive scale model Hippodrome measuring sacrifice himself for the Sheriff? And who is a into her magical, mad, vaulted chambers, and 22’ long and 7’ wide! merciless Outlaw, willing to kill him? If you want the first one to collect ten gold from Drakon’s to find out, just draw (your cards)! Colossal Arena maze gets to go free. The rest get to be lunch! Ben’s RPG Pile: The Arc of Souls In a theater of titanic battles, fantastic creatures Dream Factory Last year’s heroic adventurers are racing back for clash to the sounds of thunderous applause. In four rounds, players bid on chips representing more as they seek to return the legendary Arc of Bet early and bet often, and don’t be afraid to genuine directors, actors, camera, effects, music, Souls to its rightful resting place before agents sabotage your opponent’s wager! guest stars and agents. These all get placed on of evil unleash its raw, life-draining power on a Cosmic Encounters film-strips, to complete the movie production. strategic region’s innocent inhabitants. Arc of Welcome to the Cosmic Age, where the sky Dust Tactics Souls is an exclusive D&D 4E Comicon Delve, isn’t studied for its beauty, but instead watched Dust Tactics is a tactical miniature board game presented by BensRPGPile.com that challenges against invasion. Players become the leaders set in an alternate 1940’s reality, where alien four second-level characters in another heart- of various alien races, struggling against each technology fuels gigantic machines of war. pumping race against time. Are you game? other for ultimate sovereignty. Choose your side as the Axis and Allied powers Better GMing Techniques Cthulhu Dice clash over rare mineral deposits that could Explore ways to hone your skills as a GM in a Serving Cthulhu is fun except for all those ultimately decide the outcome of the war! roundtable discussion. Find out what works well other cultists out to get you. So get them first! for others, and share a few tips of your own. Destroy your opponents’ sanity! Better yet, steal

58 Phoenix Comicon 2011 Programming Guide PhoenixComicon.com Famiglia characters stay the same, change, and grow as never before! Even though many corporations Control rival gangs and recruit additional gang the adventure progresses. This module is for scramble to stake a claim in the exploding pros- members from the four families on the Street. beginner to intermediate players. Characters perity, only one can claim ownership! The player who uses the abilities of the families will be provided. Inn Fighting better than his opponent will get the most GURPS: Traveler With a roll of the dice, you determine whether influential gang and win the game. A vast empire of over 11,000 systems with a to hurl a mug of ale at the warbling bard or Fluxx turbulent history dating back thousands of years. smash a chair over the drunken barbarian’s back. The card game with ever changing rules! Even Characters can be merchant princes, diplomats, Treachery and chaos abound, as every game the object of the game will often change as soldiers, politicians, nobles, criminals, or all of them promises a new and hilarious tavern brawl. you play, as players swap out one Goal card for at once. This module is geared towards Intermedi- Invasion from Outer Space another. Can you get the Rocket to the Moon ate level players. Characters will be provided. Take on the role of either the Carnival Heroes, before someone plays Death by Chocolate? Hard Burn using their special talents and working together Forbidden Island Well, you’ve just pulled of a heist of valuable to fight off the Martian Invasion; or as the invad- Dare to discover Forbidden Island! Join a team medications from St. Lucy’s Hospital in Ariel ers themselves, blasting Humans with Ray Guns of fearless adventurers on a do-or-die mission City on the planet Ariel. In order to escape the and unleashing their vile alien technologies to capture four sacred treasures from the ruins Hands of Blue, you must fly through the Black upon the Earth. of this perilous paradise. Race to collect the and avoid all the hazards that will slow you Iron GM treasures and make a triumphant escape before down and get you pinched by them. Iron GM turns adventure roleplaying into a com- you are swallowed into the watery abyss! Henchmen: The Tabletop Battle Simulator petitive sport. Game Masters are given three Fürstenfeld With simplified rules, Henchmen: The Tabletop secret story elements on which to base adven- You are cultivating your small Fürstenfeld to Battle Simulator is designed for gamers new and tures. In the end, it’s up to the players to decide supply goods to the local breweries. But you still old to miniature wargaming allowing anything from who will be crowned the Iron Contender! *This miss your greatest dream: your palace. Your sta- quick 5 minute games to massive strategy games. event requires a separate ticket to participate. tus will finally rise high enough to leave farming Hero’s Banner Kings & Things behind and demand taxes from the surrounding Grim fantasy meets the angst of indecision. Will It is your aim to expand your barony and to population, so you can finally live in peace. you choose love, power, religion, allegiance, convince the land’s more than 200 inhabitants Game Library war, or betrayal? Hero’s Banner: The Fury of Free to fight for your cause. If you manage to pile up Have some time to spare between events? Will is a fantasy roleplaying game with a razor sufficient gold to build the only true symbol of Missed that game because of all the other awe- sharp premise and elegant mechanics to match. power, a citadel, you will be the new ruler! some programming going on? Don’t panic! Grab Hex Hex Next Last Night on Earth some friends, a game, and a table, courtesy of Players hurl Hex after Hex around the table, Last Night on Earth, The Zombie Game is a the Southern Arizona Gamers Association. constantly redirecting, deflecting and altering fast-paced game of brain-eating Zombies, small Gamma World the Hex’s power until finally someone runs out town Heroes, and horror movie action. Players The D&D Gamma World Roleplaying Game of options and becomes HEXED. In the end, the take on the role of either the Heroes, working offers hours of rollicking entertainment in a winner alone will command enough Voice to together to make it through the night; or the savage land of adventure, where the survivors of control the group and lay down the law. Zombies, unending waves of undead spreading some mythical future disaster must contend with over the town like a plague. Houses of the Blooded LARP radioactive wastes and ravaged cities Houses of the Blooded is a fantastic RPG of Living Forgotten Realms: A Mourning of Give Me the Brain a decadent culture of ambition, romance, re- Ravens H1 (MINI 2-1) You think working in a fast-food restaurant is venge, art and politics, in which the players take A new group of heroes are about to get their hell? This place is worse. All the employees are on the roles of nobility engaging in a deadly chance, when dangers from the city’s past col- zombies (that includes you). The jobs are re- game of espionage, sabotage and assassination. lide with the intrigue, greed, and pride of the petitive and gross. And all the zombies have to No prior experience is needed and characters present. A Living Forgotten Realms adventure share a single brain and they keep dropping it. will be provided. set in Ravens Bluff for characters levels 1-4. This is the first part of the three-part “Return to Iconica Gladiator Ravens Bluff” mini-campaign. The classic strategy game Tournament with a Will you join the Legion, an expanding alien new twist. This Gladiatorial combat game will be empire with a secret agenda? Will you support Living Forgotten Realms: Blue Wounds played with 90mm scale gladiators in a 5’ wide the Protectorate, a coalition of native races (ELTU 3-2) scale model arena! Pit your sword arm and shield committed to protecting each other? Or will you The paladins of Elturel find themselves and their against your opponents. Be forewarned that remain Independent, in search of fortune and city pushed to the breaking point. Hero and there is a surprise in the mix, so you may want to the next great adventure? villain alike must seek ways to work together stand back when the arena gates are opened! for the common good. An adventure set in Illuminati Elturgard for characters of the Heroic tier (levels The phone company is controlled by creatures Greed Quest 1-10). This adventure is the first part of the from outer space. The Boy Sprouts are cashing Greed is good and there’s treasure to be won, Controlling Chaos Major Quest. so what are you waiting for? Race to the bottom in their secret Swiss bank account to smash the of the dungeon to grab The Hoard. Now all you IRS! Take control of groups ranging from the FBI Living Forgotten Realms: Fury of the have to do is get out with it but everyone else is and CIA to the Dentists, increasing their wealth Queen of Thorns P3 (CORM 2-4) between you and the exit! and power until one rules supreme. Prophecy warns that the Queen of Thorns will end the reign of the Obarskyr family and seize Indie RPGs and Storytelling Guillotine the throne for her own. Dare you stand with This panel discussion will cover the growing As executioners pandering to the masses, the King Foril in his attempt to defy this terrible popularity of indie RPGs and their tendency to players are trying to behead the least popular fate? An adventure set in Cormyr for characters focus on a non-traditional approach to subject nobles. Each day the nobles are lined up and levels 17-20. This concludes the Major Quest and system. We’ll talk about the phenomenon players take turns killing the ones at the front of that began in Curse of the Queen of Thorns (P1) of Narrative play and why these games are so the line until all the nobles are gone. However, and continued in Secret of the Queen of Thorns important to a struggling industry. players are given cards which will manipulate (P2). the line order right before ‘harvesting’. Infinite City GURPS: Fantasy A rich new world has opened up. Resources “Finder’s Fee” is an ongoing campaign run are plentiful, the economy is booming, and the only at conventions and gaming events. The capitol city of this new world is expanding like

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Living Forgotten Realms: Goblins Strike Living Forgotten Realms: Ravens Under Marvel Heroes Back P3 (IMPI 2-4) the Midday Sun H1 (MINI 2-2) Players take control of a group of Super Heroes With the aid of Morthak and his powerful allies, The tale of the Ravens Bluff continues as a new (X-Men, Fantastic Four, Marvel Knights or the the goblins are preparing to launch a decisive generation of heroes finds themselves caught in Avengers) as well as the Nemesis of one of the attack against the people of Impiltur. Will heroes the whirl of intrigue and menace. An adventure other player’s group. Each player will find allies, rise up to stop the impending invasion? A Living set in Ravens Bluff for characters levels 1-4. This enemies and power-ups, and face the menacing Forgotten Realms adventure set in Impiltur for is the second part of the Return to Ravens Bluff Super Villains controlled by the other players. characters levels 17-20. mini-campaign. Mature Topics in Roleplaying Living Forgotten Realms: Good Intentions Living Forgotten Realms: Roots of Corrup- Join us for a roundtable discussion about (ELTU 3-1) tion - Dark Seeds (SPEC 3-2) incorporating topics such as religion, romance, Word on the street is that insanity grips the The Coronal of Myth Drannor is deeply con- violence, and other mature themes into your ro- townspeople and a new cult is to blame. Are cerned by the spread of a toxic fungus in the leplaying games. How can GMs directly address these just whispers in the dark or is there some- wilds of Cormanthor. Can you eliminate the these topics in-game without offending players, thing more sinister behind it all? An adventure source of this unnatural corruption before it is and how can they elevate a story? set in Elturgard for characters of the Heroic tier too late? An adventure set in Myth Drannor for Mercs: Learn to Play (levels 1-10). This adventure is the first part of characters of the Paragon tier (levels 11-20). MERCS is a fantastic near future Sci-Fi tabletop the Sinister Intentions Major Quest. Living Forgotten Realms: Roots of Corrup- skirmish game. Fast moving, with a strong em- Living Forgotten Realms: Illsyldra P1 tion - Infestation (SPEC 3-1 ) phasis on good tactics, and supported by ultra (DALE 2-4) Two years ago the city of Myth Drannor was dynamic miniatures, MERCS teaches inexperi- Something in the forests of Deepingdale drives overrun with vermin. Now an awfully familiar enced players solid fundamental gaming skills the elves from their ancestral home. A black fungi spreads its tendrils through the ancient and rewards good players with realistic combat tree spews out disease and spawns shadow woodlands of Cormanthor and this time it’s action. creatures bent on taking over the woods. An proving harder to kill. A special adventure set in Munchkin adventure set in the Dalelands for characters Myth Drannor for level 1 - 10. Compete to kill monsters and grab magic items. levels 11-14. This adventure is the second part Living Forgotten Realms: Swarm of Chaos Don the Horny Helmet and the Boots of Butt- of the Major Quest that began in Swords from (ADCP 3-1) Kicking. Wield the Staff of Napalm or maybe the Plowshares (H2). Demon cultists have infiltrated Myth Drannor and Chainsaw of Bloody Dismemberment. Slaughter Living Forgotten Realms: Into the Mael- the ancient land needs your help to stop their ne- the Potted Plant and the Drooling Slime and strom H3 (DRAG 2-4) farious plot. This is a two-round continuous-play take on the Plutonium Dragon! When adventurers have the opportunity to LFR Battle Interactive set in Myth Drannor for Munchkin Firefly set right an ancient curse and help a tortured characters of the Heroic and Paragon tiers (levels Come play in the home grown custom built nymph find true love, nothing can stand in their 1-20). This adventure takes place following the Munchkin game that pays honor to the much way. Or can it? An adventure set in the Dragon events of SPEC3-1 and SPEC3-2, and concludes loved and missed Firefly. Blending elements Coast for characters levels 7-10. This adventure the Roots of Corruption. of Star Munchkin; The Good, the Bad, and is the third and final part of the Treacherous Wa- Living Forgotten Realms: The Spiral Gate the Munchkin; Munchkin Booty; and plenty ters trilogy, which includes This Gathering Storm P2 - Part 1 (ADAP 2-2) of custom cards, the whole Serenity crew is (H1) and Of Wild and Darkened Waters (H2). All Faerûn’s fate is being shaped in Netheril. You represented. Brought to you by the AZ MiB and Living Forgotten Realms: Lost on the can hide behind your belief that this is all about Munchkin Mistress, Cindy DeVault. Golden Way H1 (CORE 2-4) other lands, other people, other lives; but in the Munchkin Quest The Golden Way is one of the longest and most end, your lands and your people will be caught Cooperate with the whole group, adventure famous trade routes in Faerun. Many caravans up in this struggle like all the rest. An adventure with a partner, or strike out on your own. You stop at the fortified outpost of Uzbeg, near the set in Hillsfar for characters levels 14-17. This is don’t know what’s behind a door until you open Lake of Mists. Uzbeg has a reputation for safety part one of a two-part module. it and another is added to the dungeon. Battle and security -- so why did all of your wagons Lord of the Fries monsters for power and treasure, or send them disappear last night? An adventure set in the Welcome to Friedey’s, the Fast Food Restaurant after your friends. Reach Level 10, and then get Hordelands for characters levels 1-4. of the Damned! Our whole staff is dead, and out alive if you can! Living Forgotten Realms: Monument of the we’re really short on brains. But we’ll do our Munchkin Zombies Ancients P1 (ADAP 2-1) best to fill your order! Poised to shatter the ancient monument keep- You are zombies, kicking down doors and eating Mage: The Awakening LARP ing him from Faerun, a lost god from Toril’s past brains. The “monsters” you’re attacking are We see the world with open eyes, while the sends an agent from the Elemental Chaos to people, some helpless and some hazardous, masses slumber in ignorance. We unravel the herald his long-prophesized return. An adven- with a few rogue zombies thrown in. So bravely mysteries long occluded. We are the Awakened, ture set in Phlan for characters levels 11-14. you’ll go forth, with mousetraps on your feet and we work our will upon this world. But, the and a bowling trophy protecting your poor rot- Living Forgotten Realms: Of Wild and Fallen World is not without a will of its own, and ting head to level up, or to die. Again. Darkened Waters H2 (DRAG 2-3) it has begun to lash back. Myth: Pantheons A slew of unprovoked attacks on vessels has Magic the Gathering In the age of myth, gods and goddesses vie for disrupted maritime trade on the Dragon Coast. Players take on the role of Planeswalkers - pow- domain over the mortal world. The arenas of Scrambling to neutralize this hidden threat, the erful mages who battle others for glory, knowl- these great struggles are the mighty cities of the Nine Golden Swords, Fire Knives and Westgate edge, and conquest. Their weapons include ancients. Can you sway mankind to your cause merchants have forged an uncomfortable alli- spells, creatures, and artifacts gathered from a with an awesome display of your divine power? ance. An adventure set on the Dragon Coast for vast multiverse of unique fantasy worlds. Or will you be just another forgotten myth? characters levels 4-7. Living Forgotten Realms: Raven Knights Malifaux: Learn to Play Nanuk H1 (MINI 2-3) Based in an alternate Earth, Malifaux uses In Nanuk, each player bids for how long he can An ancient threat has returned, and the fate gothic, steam-punk, victorian horror with a stay on the trail and how much he will bring home. of Ravens Bluff hangs in the balance. Only a dose of the wild west to inject fun and depth Each boast must be greater than the one before, handful of heroes know the truth. An adventure into the magical lawlessness of a world rife with until one hunter refuses to raise the bid, saying set in Ravens Bluff for characters levels 1-4. This monsters, necropunks, manmachine hybrids, “You’re doomed!” Will the hunt leader make adventure is the third and final part of the three- gunslingers, and power-hungry politicos. Seek good on his boast, or will the doomers be right? part Return to Ravens Bluff mini-campaign. your fortune in this fast paced 32mm tabletop miniature skirmish game.

60 Phoenix Comicon 2011 Programming Guide PhoenixComicon.com Naruto Exiles of Winter is part two of the three-part Savage Worlds: Jail Break To become Hokage, one must master patience, Shades of Ice campaign arc. It follows Pathfinder A super-powered adventure using the Savage training, discipline. But above all, one must Society Scenario #2-15: Shades of Ice—Part I: Worlds system. Pregenerated characters will be possess unearthly talent. Only a few have been Written in Blood and will be followed by a future provided. bestowed this title through the ages. Do you scenario. Designed for 1st to 5th level charac- Savage Worlds: The Grand Finale have what it takes? ters (Tiers: 1-2 and 4-5). A pulp adventure using the Savage Worlds sys- Nexus Ops Pathfinder: Shades of Ice, Part 3 tem. Pregenerated characters will be provided. In the year 2315, space explorers reach a moon Keep of the Huskarl King (PSS#2-19) Savage Worlds: The Killer Shrews in a remote planetary system. The explorers sell Keep of the Huskarl King is part three of the While transporting cargo to the small island of the moon’s location to competing Galaxy corpo- three-part Shades of Ice campaign arc. It follows Los Loco Luna, a freak hurricane forces the crew rations, who each send a strike force to seize the Pathfinder Society Scenario #2-15: Shades of to take shelter in the islands cover and ride out moon. Will you be able to gain control? Ice—Part I: Written in Blood and Pathfinder Society Scenario #2-17: Shades of Ice—Part II: the storm there. But why do the scientists seem Nightfall Exiles of Winter. Designed for 1st to 5th level so nervous about the crew spending the night? Never hiding from the public, werewolves, vam- characters (Tiers: 1-2 and 4-5). Pregenerated characters will be provided. pires, ghouls, and those who fight them wage Savage Worlds: The Mutator their war directly in the open streets. Featuring Pathfinder: The Penumbral Accords After a struggling against your bonds for a head-to-head game play, card drafting, and the (PSS#2-11) moment the rotted old leather straps finally unique “chain” mechanic, Nightfall is unlike any The daughters of Absalom’s mysterious Blakros break, freeing your hand and letting you undo other deckbuilding game on the market. family have long been among the most pursued maidens in the Inner Sea. Now the family’s the reaming straps holding you. What will you Open Gaming matriarch approaches the Pathfinder Society do? If the mad laughter just outside the is any Gonna be a while between your next events? to help her break a centuries-old pact with the indication, you don’t have much time to choose. Have a homemade game and want to show it denizens of the Plane of Shadow to save her Pregenerated characters will be provided. off? Whatever your reason, if you want to play twin daughters from a life of servitude at the Small World a game that is not listed in our program guide, hands of the Onyx Alliance. Designed for 1st to you can! Check with our Information Desk for 5th level characters (Tiers: 1–2, 4–5). Picking the right combination of fantasy races available tables. and unique special powers, players must rush Pokemon to expand their empires - often at the expense Pandemic Do you need to catch them all? Train all your Give it everything you’ve got to cure four deadly of weaker neighbors. Yet they must also know favorite pokemon, then unleash them against when to push their own over-extended civiliza- diseases before mankind is wiped out! Players your opponent in the classic trading card game. must work together, using their characters’ tion into decline and ride a new one to victory. Whether you’re just learning to play for the first Sorry! Sliders strengths and planning their strategy of contain- time or you’re already super effective, test your Sorry! Sliders has put a fun, new twist on the ment before the diseases overwhelm the world. skills in our stadium! all-time favorite game by turning it into a shuffle Pathfinder: Before the Dawn, Part 1 Power Grid board game of sorts--where players slide their The Bloodcove Disguise (PSS#2-01) Acquire the raw materials to power your plants, pawns to home, or slide their opponents pawns You are sent to the Aspis Consortium-infested and bid against other players to purchase the into the Sorry! spaces and off the board to win. Bloodcove to gather supplies for a nearly power plants that you use to supply the power. Space Hulk: Death Angel doomed Pathfinder mission nearby. The Blood- Can you supply the most cities with power? Purge the Xenos Threat!The Space Hulk Sin cove Disguise is the first scenario in the two-part of Damnation has succumbed to a vicious Before the Dawn campaign arc. Designed for 1st Revolution Genestealer infestation. It will take strategic to 7th level characters (Tiers: 1–2, 3–4, and 6–7). Secretly bid against your opponents to gain the support of the people, win territory and teamwork to make it out alive. Pick your combat Pathfinder: Before the Dawn, Part 2 gather more Gold, Blackmail, and Force for the group, fall into formation, and prepare for the The Azlant Ridge (PSS#2-02) next round of bidding! Will you try to control Genestealer swarms! Up to the last minute, you rush from Bloodcove the tavern or the fortress? The harbor or the SPANC to the Pathfinder expedition site at Azlant Ridge plantation? Knowing where to push for support Life is good when you’re a Space Pirate Amazon only to find it under siege. You must brave the and where to back away and let your opponents Ninja Catgirl. Enjoy a life of larceny and mayhem newly discovered halls beneath the ridge in fight is the key to victory. It’s a game of bluff, as you embark on one Caper after another. order to find the key that might save everyone. counter-bluff, and surprise. Defeat every challenge the galaxy throws at you, Rescue at Azlant Ridge is the second and final from the Friendly Guard Puppies all the way to scenario in the Before the Dawn campaign arc. Rumis the Fiendish Death Trap. Designed for 1st to 7th level characters (Tiers: Inspired by the architecture of the Inca, Rumis 1–2, 3–4, and 6–7). sharpens spatial awareness and critical thinking Spooks skills as players strategize to outwit their op- Pathfinder: Murder on the Throaty You don’t have to outrun the monsters if you can ponents while reconstructing historical Incan outrun your friends. In this fast-moving game, Mermaid (PSS#2-13) pyramids, towers, stairs and walls. While on a routine mission to escort a dignitary you play your cards by matching numbers and to the mysterious Mordant Spire aboard a Rush’n’Crush suits. The first player to empty his hand wins... disreputable smuggler’s ship, the PCs find them- A race where anything goes and with for only and the spooks get everybody else! selves embroiled in a murder mystery that could one on the podium. Break-neck speed and Star Fleet Battles jeopardize the Pathfinder Society’s relationship road-rage are not only encouraged, they are Ever wanted to command the Starship Enter- with the elves who call the citadel home. De- required! The only ways to finish Rush N’ Crush prise and beat up some Klingons? Ever wanted signed for 1st to 5th level characters (Tiers: 1-2 are as the winner, or as one of many losers. The to beat up the Starship Enterprise? Well now and 4-5). first driver across the finish line wins, the rest you can do those things and more with the Star clearly haven’t got what it takes to be on the Fleet Battles Beginner’s Battle Hour. Pathfinder: Shades of Ice, Part 1 Rush N’ Crush track. Written in Blood (PSS#2-15) Star Munchkin Written in Blood is part one of the three-part Savage Worlds: Chickens in the Mist Kill the monsters, steal the treasure, and Shades of Ice campaign arc. Pathfinder Society Dirty politicians, stolen genetics material, and backstab your buddies in space! The Munchkins Scenario #2-17: Shades of Ice—Part II: Exiles illegal cock fighting all add up to one thing; have left the dungeon and now they’re in orbit, of Winter is the sequel. Designed for 1st to 5th Trouble. Cause as you know, everything’s bigger rampaging through the Space Station, killing the level characters (Tiers: 1-2 and 4-5). in Texas. A modern horror adventure using the monsters and taking their stuff! Savage Worlds system. 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Straw alien beings. Master the timeline in various Warhammer 40k: Deathwatch RPG Will you be the one who breaks the camel’s missions spanning multiple universes. Only the most exceptional candidates from back? It’s been a bountiful day at the bazaar. the fighting forces of the Adeptus Astartes are Toon The caravan is leaving, and you must pack your invited to join the mysterious Deathwatch; to Toon is the Cartoon Roleplaying Game. Play items onto the back of the Camel. But beware, take on a new oath to safeguard the Imperium out the zaniest adventures you can imagine even beasts of burden have their breaking from the darkest of threats. Pregenerated - but even if you get blown up with dynamite point! characters will be provided. or squashed under a steamroller, nobody ever Sub-genres in Roleplaying dies! Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader RPG Join us as we discuss alternate approaches to Vast fortunes await on the edges of the galaxy, Trollhalla roleplaying beyond the traditional Hack/Slash/ if you and your fellow Explorers can muster the Join forces with your fellow trolls to sail the Reward/Repeat model. Topics will include courage to find and claim them. Renown and seas. Crunchy livestock, nervous monks, comedy, horror, romance and angst and how riches reward the bold, but the unwary find panicked princesses, piles of gold, and casks those can be implemented into a game. only anonymous deaths. Pregenerated charac- of grog await you! But watch out for Billy Goats ters will be provided. Super Munchkin - if you’re not careful they will knock parts of Fly through the city. Smash the villains. Back- your precious stolen cargo out of your boat! Warmachine stab your teammates and grab their gadgets. The very earth shakes during fierce confronta- Tsuro & Poo Be a Mutant, an Exotic, a Mystic, or a Techno. tions where six-ton constructs of iron and steel Where is the true meaning of life written? Will Battle dastardly masterminds, devastating slam into each other with the devastating force you find it within the order of the Way of the monsters, and invading aliens from the next of a locomotive, and where bold heroes set Path as you trace your destiny through twists dimension – and TAKE THEIR STUFF! the battlefield ablaze with a tempest of arcane and turns? Or can it only be found amidst the magic as they forge the fates of their unyield- Talisman howling chaos and fury of nature that is a zoo ing nations. Enter a mythic world of dragons and sorcery! full of poo-flinging monkeys? Embark on a perilous quest for the ultimate Wasabi! Tunnels & Trolls treasure, the legendary Crown of Command. You must compete against the other hopeful Have you ever dreamed of being a bold and Choose the warrior, priest, wizard, or one of chefs, all working in the same confined area to fearless adventurer, a warrior-king, or a cunning eleven other heroes with powers both magical produce sushi recipes of varying complexity. and powerful magician? You can be all these and mighty, and race your opponents through Only one of you will earn the respect of your when you play TUNNELS & TROLLS - the a perilous realm. teacher, and the revered title of Itamae-San! worlds you explore and great quests you pur- Terra Prime sue are limited only by your imagination! Werewolves of Miller Hollow The Terran Federation has commissioned this At night, the Werewolves secretly choose a Unspeakable Words space station, at the farthest reaches of the Villager to kill. The remaining Villagers then Decode the ancient secrets of R’lyeh by known universe, because they believe there are deliberate and vote on a player they suspect is forming words with the letters you find in this habitable planets here. I know you are young a Werewolf, helped (or hindered) by the clues sanity-sapping letter game. But beware - for fledgling captains and you have your doubts, the special characters add. each word that is created, you must roll a sanity but know this - You must complete Terra! check to see if the word’s power drives you Wits & Wagers Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament mad! Wits and Wagers is a fast-paced game that Get dealt in to our free-to-play No Limit Texas combines the most interesting elements of Vampire: The Masquerade LARP Hold’em Poker Tournament and see if you trivia with the excitement of gambling. Players We held them at our door step for decades, have what it takes to raise the stakes. Good can win by making educated guesses or by but they were relentless, mindless and unfor- luck all in! having the guts to bet on the high-payout giving monsters. But we persevered, through answers of their friends. The Isle of Dr. Necreaux plague and war we stood strong, and our You are part of an elite rescue-and-recovery enemy was driven back. Since that night we Yu-Gi-Oh! espionage team in the world of the future. The have been as we should be, the strong and Two players duel each other using a variety of nefarious Doctor Necreaux has kidnapped the righteous Tower of Ivory, its walls unbreakable, Monster, Spell, and Trap Cards to defeat their world’s top scientists and forced them to build its strength revered. opponent’s monsters and be the first to drop a doomsday device that threatens the planet. the other’s Life Points to 0. Vampire: The Requiem LARP He must be stopped, and time is running out! In a valley of sun, hidden from its light, drift Zendo The Stars are Right the deep tones of a melody, a sweet refrain to Zendo is a game of inductive logic in which the When the stars are right, the Great Old Ones our Danse Macabre. All dress their best this Master creates a rule and the Students attempt will return. If the stars aren’t right, it’s up to you evening, decorated with polished shoes and to discover it by building and studying arrange- to move them around! Change the skies, sum- diamonds or milky white skin like polished ments of plastic pyramid-shaped pieces. mon a Great Old One, and win! marble and pursed lips still blood red and wet with the night’s meal. Tonight, the Prince holds Zombie Dice Thunderstone: Tournament Court. You are a zombie. You want braaains. More Thunderstone is a fantasy deck-building game. brains than any of your zombie buddies. The Fight the evils of the dungeon to prove your Warhammer 40k 13 custom dice are your victims. Push your luck worth. Gain powerful weaponry and level into Humanity teeters on the brink of extinction, to eat their brains, but stop before the shotgun new and mighty hero classes. Claim the best assailed on all sides by aliens, traitors and Dae- blasts end your turn! cards and survive to take the Thunderstone. mons, and only the superhuman strength of the Space Marines stands between the slavering Ticket to Ride alien hordes and total annihilation. Join your friends in a race to claim railway Learn to Play routes across North America! As miniature Learn to Play Blood Bowl (1500 pts) trains begin to populate the board map of North America, secret city-to-city rail connec- Warhammer 40k: Dark Heresy RPG tions are completed or hopelessly blocked by You are an Acolyte in the service of the Emper- merciless competitors. ors’ Inquisition. You stand in the front line of a great and secret war where your duty is to hunt Time Renegades out the foul stench of heresy, the vile alien, and Bring your character to life and jump through the twisted influence of Chaos. Pregenerated time to complete missions in a way that is characters will be provided. exhilarating and gratuitously violent. Fight dinosaurs, werewolves, zombies, militants, and

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