Dragoncon 2011

Meetup most definitly!! I have been for the last 10 years and seem to have missed any that were held b4. Ill be arriving thursday, noonish or so to try to beat the crowd for the badge pick up. Anything else worthwhile going on on Thursday?
 
^ Unfortunately, coming on Thursday won't beat the crowd. The past 2 years, I got my badge on Thursday and I waited over 2 and a half hours both years. But at least there should be a faster barcode system this year...

But it's still very worthwhile. I feel like Thursday is the third best day now, after Saturday and Friday, at least if you want to costume watch. Plus it's not super packed yet, and there's a buzzing energy in the air with all the excitement. Not much official programming though; just maybe a band or two performing and the drum circle. It's also a good time to just chill by the pool or something at your hotel.
 
Last year was my first opportunity to attend (that is, the first time I could pay for the whole trip), and loved it. I'll be there in Daft Punk tuxedos, Monarch Henchman, and assisting my friend who will be in his massive Subject Delta costume. Anyone know if there is a Venture Brothers group in the parade this year?
 
As an update on the guest thing, I e-mailed one of the handlers I regularly see at D*C every year and I got a quick response. This is what she said:

"It depends on the actor. The newer the show the better the deal they can get. When the show is new, DragonCon pays all their expenses and they earn money at the table with autographs and photo ops.....BUT a percentage has to go back to the convention in addition to the percentage the actor pays their agent.

Older shows and actors........they have to pay their own way and hope they cover their own expenses by earning monies selling autographs and photo ops. Because DragonCon pays nothing but giving them a table, they do not have to pay a percentage back to the convention, but they still have to pay their agent for getting them into the show. "

Interesting. Thanks for the insight.
 
Last year was my first opportunity to attend (that is, the first time I could pay for the whole trip), and loved it. I'll be there in Daft Punk tuxedos, Monarch Henchman, and assisting my friend who will be in his massive Subject Delta costume. Anyone know if there is a Venture Brothers group in the parade this year?

I would be that friend. I'll be showing off Subject Delta (hopefully with a Little Sister), wearing the other Daft Punk tuxedo, and showing off my Portal Gun as an Apature Scientist (I have another outfit idea for the Portal Gun that I'll show off when the prop is ready) Depending on car space and parade options the Video Game Proton Pack or the ODST suit may make an appearance as well.

Last year was my first year as well and it has been a long year waiting to go back to the convention. I cant wait!
 
Anyone want to place bets on most common costume? There will surely be a ton of Tron, Iron Man, and the rest of the usual suspects. But I think it might be a breakout year for Axe Cop
You mean something like this? :lol

I've been going to D*C since 1994 and the line-up of guests is constantly in flux due to the actor's work schedules et al so I would recommend not hyping yourself up to meet a particular person as things can change at the last moment.

According to the rumor mill, hotel security will be checking for both convention badges and room keys to cut down on folks crashing our party (i.e., the NASCAR and football fans) for the after-hours events to help thin out the crowds. Dunno if it's true or not but I'm kind of hoping it is. It's our party, our "Nerdy Gras," let the sports fans go and find their own conventions... hopefully far the hell away from us.

*steps down off of soapbox*
 
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The count down continues!

I'll propose a meetup on Saturday, after the parade, in the super crowded food court. Any objections / better ideas?
 
We're in August, so only a month stands in the way!! I hope anyone who's bringing a costume is making good progress or done!
 
So, a meetup in the food courts after the parade on Saturday seems like a good idea. How will we know each other? Should we make it "Official RPF Shirt Day" as well? :)
 
So, a meetup in the food courts after the parade on Saturday seems like a good idea. How will we know each other? Should we make it "Official RPF Shirt Day" as well? :)

Over in my post, Delmustator has made a badge that can be printed out, written on and laminated (if you happen to have a laminator). Since I don't own a RPF shirt, I've considered making one, or to use this badge so that I can spot other RPFers. :D
 
Here is the badge I created for this or any other event. Just take it to Walmart, Target, or similar photo shop and do the instant print photo for 50 cents. Punch a couple of holes in it and hang it from the neck.. It will be in full color and you can sharpie your forum username on the line. All done.. LOL

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We'll be there. I'm thinking Tron, BSG Flightsuits and the old standard Xena for me. I haven't been to one in ... 7 years, I've heard it's grown since I went (2 hotels back then!)
 
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