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« on: Aug 31, 2008, 10:44:16 AM » |
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This is my first time asking a question on the forums and I was just wondering, What size does everyone like in a con? Do you like Tsubasacon size or otakacon size? Somewhere in the middle?
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« Reply #1 on: Sep 01, 2008, 10:04:00 AM » |
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This is my first time asking a question on the forums and I was just wondering, What size does everyone like in a con? Do you like Tsubasacon size or otakacon size? Somewhere in the middle?
The only other convention I have been to is Ohayocon, which is an order of magnitude larger than Tsubasacon. There is a lot more stuff to do, but you have the same amount of time to fit it into. I couldn't help but feel that I was missing out on a whole lot. Regardless, I was pleased with the experience. I think the issue you run into is that you're overwhelmed by everything. All of the hallways are crowded, you're constantly figuring out ultimatums as to what you want to do, it's difficult to get from point A to point B (especially if point B is your hotel room), and your limited funds are spread even thinner in a large city. I am very partial to Tsubasacon; from a staffer's point of view, it's much easier to manage a small con, and the fewer things that go wrong, the less stress that's on the workers, and the better experience that is had across the board. We have always had compliments from con-goers that our staffers are extremely friendly, and that makes people want to come back. Obviously we're doing something right to get comments like that, and Ohayocon is doing something right to be sporting over 6,000 people at their convention. I'm a fan of Tsubasacon; it doesn't feel like you're spending the majority of your time "waiting"... that being said, you can fit more into your day, less downtime, etc. I guess it could be argued that having more options is worth the weight, but in either case, I feel you're getting your money's worth. |
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« Reply #2 on: Sep 01, 2008, 06:04:38 PM » |
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I prefer small to medium-size usually, but I think it all depends on why you go to cons and what you want to do there, combined with other factors stemming from the first two. I go to help with an Artists' Alley table and usually buy some merch and other people's AA stuff. Sometimes some anime screenings and AMV screenings. I don't know anyone in the fandom, and I'm older than almost all of it anyway, so socializing isn't a priority. It's like one of those diagrams in fighting games or artbooks etc. that lay out the various traits in a pentagon / hexagon.  |
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« Reply #3 on: Sep 02, 2008, 12:09:47 AM » |
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I prefer smaller cons. More chances to see all of the cosplayers and it just feels like a friendlier atmosphere.
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« Reply #4 on: Sep 03, 2008, 11:39:51 AM » |
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Really depends. I go to every con for a different reason, and something like Otakon for me is like my vacation, cause I can just wander everywhere and know I'll find something to do. Tsubasacon is a time to relax and help out with staffing/panels.
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« Reply #5 on: Sep 04, 2008, 09:54:04 PM » |
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You gotta like the size of Tsubasacon. Generally small...but who knows if someday we start creeping into Ohayocon size or even bigger...NAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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« Reply #6 on: Sep 20, 2008, 08:10:34 PM » |
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 I like larger cons personally - but that's only because they have bigger dealer rooms and I'm like a HUGE fan of buying stuff!! But at the larger cons it always seems like I never see anyone I know, or if I do, they're probably selling stuff or doing something else so I never get to hang out with them. But then you have smaller cons where you can hang out with your friends but it's not about buying stuff - actually at those I like to sell stuff myself (artist alley) but then there are other small cons that if I don't have any friends coming it's basically a yawn fest... So my advice to anyone - if you go to a small con, bring your friends!! It's like having a three-day weekend to hang out with them, watch anime and just goof off away from home. And if you dont' have anime friends...make some! Or talk to me...cuz I'm sorta in need of some new anime buds. ^__^
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« Reply #7 on: Sep 24, 2008, 07:06:47 PM » |
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hmm idk b/c this will be my first year going to a convention I can't wait until Saturday!!!
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« Reply #8 on: Sep 25, 2008, 01:18:39 PM » |
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The only real draw for me with bigger cons is usually dealers rooms for ultra rare gear and the occasional hard to get guest. Otherwise I find the crowds and people at smaller cons MUCH more friendly and fun to try to talk to.
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« Reply #9 on: Sep 25, 2008, 07:47:48 PM » |
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I've never actually been to a large con before...every time I plan to go, something gets in my way and I am letdown. But anyway, enough about that. I tend to prefer medium and big cons. The only medium con I've been to is Tekkoshocon in Pittsburgh, PA. That's an awesome con! ^^ Actually, for the past 3 years, I've been trying to attend a NY anime con....I've made 3 attempts and each time I've been letdown. This time I actually had the chance to go, but my parents said "no" despite the fact that I actually had a plane ticket and money for the con.  So yeah, I'm giving up on meeting my favorite VA, since it's impossible. I hate my fate and how I have so much bad luck with attending anime cons.... |
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« Reply #10 on: Nov 07, 2008, 05:02:20 PM » |
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never been to a con other than tsubasacon, plan on going to one in ohio, near where my cousin lives this summer, then tsubasacon oct. 9,10,11 of 09, so far, i perfer tsubasacon size.
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« Reply #11 on: Nov 10, 2008, 10:07:11 AM » |
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The only other con I've been to, other than Tsubasacon, is Ohayocon, which is roughly ten times larger. It was extremely crowded, and the hotel facilities had issues handling the crowds (well... there were idiots that abused the purpose of an elevator, but that's beside the point). It was frustrating to get around, and it seemed a bit claustrophobic at times. I don't think there's anything wrong with a "big con", but being able to handle the crowd is essential. It makes it seem less overwhelming. In short, it's not a matter of size, but rather "density". |
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« Reply #12 on: Nov 10, 2008, 06:13:14 PM » |
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Its not the size that matters it how you use it *wink* Take that anyway you please...lol
Anyway I like Tusbasacon more because Of meeting people and not missing out on things going on. I like larger con though for the shopping, Im a girl I cant help it.
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« Reply #13 on: Nov 13, 2008, 05:03:18 PM » |
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the only one i've teen to the Tsubasacon but i think its too small
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« Reply #14 on: Dec 23, 2008, 04:20:52 AM » |
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Im a girl I cant help it.
Sedatives and Small, Padded Rooms can fix that... I Prefer the smaller cons, Like Jerad, From a staffer's POV, its much easier on the mind and stress level when you're dealing with a smaller area and smaller numbers of people, you also get to know people better, easier to work with. |
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