2 2014: Gem of the Heartland TABLE OF CONTENTS Convention Info.........................4 Cosplay......................................17 Registration...............................5 Program Schedule.....................22 Sponsors...................................6 Panel Descriptions.....................25 Volunteers.................................7 Family Programming..................30 Guests of Honor........................8 Video Gaming............................32 Charity Auction.........................12 Tabletop Gaming.......................33 Attractions.................................12 Video Room Schedule..............35 Amenities..................................13 Show Summaries......................39 Cafe Ai......................................14 Staff & Thanks..........................43 Photoshoot...............................16 Autographs...............................44 HOURS OF OPERATION Convention Hours Registration 8AM FRI- 7PM SUN FRI: 9AM -10PM Opening Ceremonies SAT: 10AM-6PM FRI: 5-6PM SUN: 10AM-4PM Closing Ceremonies Pre-registration for 2015: SUN: 5-6PM SUN: 3PM-6PM Anime Marketplace Cosplay Central FRI: 4PM-8PM FRI: 12PM-10PM SAT: 10AM-6PM SAT: 9AM-3PM SUN: 10AM-4PM SUN: 10AM-2PM **Room opens ½ hour earlier each day for our AnimeIowa Sponsors! Masquerade SAT: 6:30PM-8:30PM Maid Cafe Ai FRI: 12PM-4PM Consweet Sign-up: 8AM - 11AM FRI: 2PM - Con Closing **Session info: see page 14 (While supplies last!) 1 Convention Rules & Info Hotel: 1. Don’t Litter: Trash bins are all around the convention center and hotel. Keep it clean! 2. Signs and Adhesives: Bring your signs and posters to the BRIDGE before you hang them. Tape and adhesives are not to be used on hotel walls, doors, or any other surface. See the INFO DESK for more information. 3. Sleeping in Convention Spaces: Sleeping is not allowed in public spaces (ie: hallways, stairways, elevators, video rooms, tables, restrooms, etc). If you are found doing so, you will be asked to move. If found again, we will ask you to leave the convention. 4. Pets: Aside from service animals, pets and animals are NOT allowed at AnimeIowa. 5. Wheeled Transportation: For the safety of all attendees, roller-skates, roller-blades, heelies, skateboards , etc., are not allowed at AnimeIowa or the hotel. Non-recreational items such as strollers and wheelchairs are permitted with responsible use. General Behavior: 1. Don’t be a DINK: Please do not intentionally irritate your fellow attendees or do things that are inappropriate or dangerous. If you see a dink, please report them at the BRIDGE! 2. City, State and Federal Laws: If it’s a law outside the convention, it’s a law within the convention as well. This means NO underage drinking, theft, fighting, drug abuse or anything else that lands you in court. Seriously. 3. Badges: You MUST have your badge to participate in convention activities. AnimeIowa reserves the right to revoke the membership of any participant who breaks our house rules or acts in a manner that is unsafe or otherwise unacceptable. 4. Weapons and Props: All weapons and large props must be brought to the WEAPONS TABLES by the VOLUNTEER BOOTH to be inspected and peace-marked by Operations Staff. Be respectful of other attendees, and do not allow the prop to damage hotel property. 5. Solicitation: Unless you are a registered dealer or registered artist, you are NOT allowed to sell anything. However, you are allowed to give out FREE tokens of love and respect to your fellow attendees. Shuttle Bus: The shuttle runs between the Marriott and the hotels on the west side of First Ave. Attendees staying at the Baymont will have to walk to the Best Western if they wish to catch the bus. There are to be absolutely NO live (metal) weapons on the bus. Hourly Schedule FRI 12PM - 4AM :00 - Leaves the Marriott SAT 9AM - 4AM :07 - Leaves the Hampton/Holiday Inn SUN 10AM - 4PM :15 - Leaves the Marriott :22 - Leaves the Comfort/Fairfield :30 - Leaves the Marriott :38 - Leaves the Super 7 :45 - Leaves the Marriott :52 - Leaves the Best Western :00 - [cycle continues hourly] The 3:00, :15, :30, and :45 will be the final shuttle service for each stop, meaning the lat- est shuttle to leave the Marriott will be at 3:45 AM on Saturday and Sunday mornings and 3:45 PM on Sunday afternoon, departing to the Best Western. Please plan accordingly. 2 Registration Pre-Registration Express Hours Registration Hours Thursday 4-9PM (Coral B) Friday 8AM-10PM Friday 8AM-12PM (Coral B) Saturday from 8AM-10PM Sunday from 8AM-12PM 2015 Registration: Saturday 6PM-10PM Sunday 8AM-4PM What should I know about this badge? • Your badge must be worn on you and visible at all times – you may not carry it or have it inside any pockets where it cannot be readily seen. • Badges should be worn above your belt, below your neck, and be on the front of your body in plain view.” • The only exception is detailed below in the Masquerade section. • You are free to put your badge in any holder. There will be holders provided by AnimeIowa. • Costumes must not cover up your badge. • You must present your badge if asked by a staff member or on duty ranger. • By wearing our badge, you give AnimeIowa permission to use your image or likeness for promotion of the convention. How do I know who is staff or security? • Staff members are required to present their badge upon request of any attendee. If there is any doubt in your mind that someone is a staff member, ask to see their badge. • There are also volunteers called Rangers, Rangers are there for your safety and to help make sure the convention runs smoothly. • Rangers are not always staff members, but they will have an identifying badge or uniform. • On-duty rangers, have the same authority of staff members. What if I need a replacement badge? • Replacement badges can be purchased at the registration desk for a $10 fee. • We will require your ID again, and additional information to confirm your identity. We will also issue the same badge number. • If you find your badge please turn it in, if someone else if found wearing your badge, both parties will be escorted to the Convention Bridge and dealt with accordingly How old do I have to be for...? • All attendees ages under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a registered adult at all times. • Unescorted minors will be taken to the Bridge until they can be picked up by an authorized adult • Minors must provide emergency contact information for a person at or near the convention, and that contact must be available to be reached at all times during the convention. What if I can’t get a badge? • Only persons with a badge are permitted within con space, which includes the hallways, the patio (under the tent), dealers hall, and all programming rooms. • If you have not purchased a badge, you may not wander the halls. • Persons without badges will be escorted to Registration to purchase one. • Volunteer hours may only be earned or turned in with a badge. What are the rules concerning badges and the Masquerade? • Participants in the Masquerade are not required to wear their badge while on stage or while costumes are being judged. But outside the green room or main stage, you MUST put your badge back on. 3 Sponsors As an AnimeIowa Sponsor, you are about to live an enhanced convention experience. You have contributed to the convention over and above a regular convention member- ship, and in return will receive convention perks reserved for only Sponsors. • No waiting in line AnimeIowa Sponsors are taken to the front of the registration line to receive prompt, courteous attention from our registration staff. In minutes you have your convention badge and are ready to have a weekend of fun. • Cosplay VIP Sit in the Reserved section at the Masquerade on Saturday. No waiting in long lines, although you must arrive when seating begins to be assured your seating in that section. • Convention T-Shirt Sponsors each receive a glorious full color AnimeIowa convention T-Shirt at no ad- ditional charge. And unlike a regular convention t-shirt, your shirt proudly states you are a Sponsor. • Meet and Greet This casual hour with our AnimeIowa Guests of honor is just for you our Sponsors. Meet the Guests and get to know them a little while enjoying a late night snack and a cool beverage. • Early entrance to the Anime Marketplace Sponsors shop in relaxed atmosphere of the AnimeIowa Anime Marketplace (Formerly the Dealers room) for a full thirty minutes each day before it is open to the general convention crowed. You will have the best ‘Pick of the Con’ at the Merchants' tables, the Artisans' tables, and of course at our very own AnimeIowa FanMarket. Yes – you our AnimeIowa Sponsor will have the best shopping experience of the con! • Recharge Room Are you ready to relax? Don’t fight the crowds to grab a handful of chips and candy at the convention’s Consweet; you have a full con pass to our exclusive AnimeIowa Recharge Room. The room is a sanctuary away from the loud, busy convention floor. Only Staff, Guests of Honor, Sponsors, and our “we can’t run the con without them” volunteers who have earned the privilege are allowed entrance to Recharge Room. So Relax and Recharge. • Sponsor Gifts The coveted AnimeIowa Sponsor bag of goodies; you never know what goodies we have for our Sponsors. There is always something new and unique in AnimeIowa swag, and it is yours as a Sponsor. • Sponsor Brunch Enjoy a mid-convention pick-me-up on Saturday with the Marriott’s Famous Brunch menu. Bacon, eggs, sausage, and waffles are just a few of the delicious food choices available during the buffet held away from the crowds at the Marriott’s restaurant. You and your fellow Sponsors will be mingling and dining with our own special Guests of Honor, the Conventions Executive committee and members of our staff.